single shot

[Africa Huntress]

I am in the process of deciding which single shot rifle I want to buy and give to someone. I have looked at a few and at the moment I am thinking it will be the Dakota 10. However someone has told me that the Ruger single shot rifles are just as good as the Dakota, but I have never owned a Ruger, so have zero knowledge about them. My mom has a bolt action 416 Rigby that was made by Ruger several years ago, "I think" it was something called a RSM, but not sure, I will ask her about it tomorrow.

Which single shot would you buy a Ruger or Dakota. Thank you

Best Regards

Jamila

p.s. Dr Mike, maybe I will contact that gentleman in B.C., I understand he makes very nice single shot rifles. I can ask mom tomorrow, but if you know of whom I speak, please pm me his name and number, I was told that you know the gentleman. He started making rifles in Germany and then moved to Canada and started making rifles with another fellow. Thank you Dr Mike

 

[SJB358]

J, I haven't owned either rifle either. I know they are both quality and robust rifles. Just my opinion, but being a Winchester sorta guy I really like the 1885 series of single shots as well.

What cartridge are you looking to get the rifle chambered in? Sounds like an impressive gift. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

 

[Africa Huntress]

Scotty, I started off thinking the 9.3 x 74R but will probably stay with the 375 H & H, as the 375 can do everything the 9.3 x 74 can do but not the other way around. I know you will think I am nuts but I am also thinking of getting the Mannlicher

I will look at the 1885,If it is Winchester, my dad will know that one. Thank you Scotty

 

[SJB358]

No worries. Weren't trying to dissuade you all, as the other two are beauty's as well, but again, being a rifle loony knows no bounds.

 

[IdahoCTD]

Doesn't Blaser make a single shot as well?

 

[salmonchaser]

Jamila, I own four number 1 rifles; .22/250; 243; 30-06 and a375 H&H. I really enjoy hunting with them. I've never owned a Dakota but have drooled over them many times. If I win the lottery first thing I'll do for myself will be to buy a complete battery of the Dakota # 10.
Just saying

 

[Africa Huntress]

Scotty, interesting, maybe the 405, I will talk to dad tomorrow about it

IdahoCTD, they do sir, we have a 9.3 x 74 R in the family. Holland and Holland also has one for sale but it is not a Mannlicher.

Salmonchaser, nice battery of Rugers, how accurate at 200 yards is the 375 and with what bullet, thank
you

Best Regards

Jamila

 

[DrMike]

Don't know that one is "better" than another. The Ruger No. 1 certainly has a following, and there is no doubting their value. The Winchester 1885 is a great rifle with a great history. Those who have shot a Dakota rifle recognize the value of the rifle. There are other single shot rifles available for discriminating shooters. I should imagine, however, that any of these mentioned will prove worth owning and shooting in the appropriate chambering.

 

[Rigbymauser]

Hi Jamila.

Have you ever considered a breakaction singleshot rifle?. There is imo. no sweeter to carry. A .375 H&H flanged?.

Merry Christmas to you.

 

[6mm Remington]

Merry Christmas Jamila to you and your family first off. Second, I own two Ruger #1B's in 30-06 and 6mm Remington. I am really impressed with them and I do enjoy hunting with the single shot. I don't quite know what it is, but there is something it seems that comes from hunting with just one in the pipe and that is it. Of course you have more on a shell holder on your pack or belt, but it adds something. I like how they handle and how they shoot.

I have drooled over a Dakota #10 but never shot one. They are a fine piece of equipment for sure. The Winchester that is discussed is a really neat one too. Fotis just purchased one I believe in 45-70. I think he might still be drooling on it as we speak!

Best of luck making your decision.

David

Cooper Arms of Montana builds a nice rifle and they have built a few single shots over the years. I do not know if they would build one for you or not, but you could google their site and shoot them a call. This single shot in the photograph is one they built.

 

[Guy Miner]

Only have one Ruger Number One now, a .375 H&H which has proven to be a wonderful hunting rifle for the past few years. Easy to carry and sub MOA accurate. I use it for spot and stalk bear hunting here in Washington, and had no trouble making a 306 yard one-shot kill on a black bear a few years ago. Excellent rifle & cartridge.

I sight mine in at 200 yards, using the 1.5-5x Leupold. Usually I hunt with the 260 grain Nosler AccuBond, loaded to a modest 2620 fps, but it's easy enough to load a 300 gr bullet to almost that same velocity if desired.

The Ruger has proven itself to be accurate, reliable, and easy to carry afield. A prior owner took this rifle to Africa and used it over there, including on cape buff and gemsbok.

The Dakota is very nice... But I'm happy with my Ruger.

Regards, Guy

 

[FOTIS]

Love the dakota and I would pick it over the ruger if I could afford it. And this is coming from an avid #1 fan

 

[Africa Huntress]

Rigbymauser, oh yeah, I agree sir. And they are part of my thought process, thank you

Fotis, Dr Mike, thank you and thank you Dr Mike for the web link as well

David, thank you and thank you for the new lead ( cooper) . Very nice display of rifles sir

Guy, that rifle needs to hunt Africa. Thank you for the reply, several people, yourself, Fotis, David, Dr Mike, Salmonchaser, have all spoken well of the Ruger, which certainly helps me feel more comfortable about their product.

Best Regards

Jamila

p.s. update----Scotty, dad says you have good taste ( winchester )---rigbymauser, mom agrees with you---too funny. Dr Mike mom thinks I should talk to the fellow in Canada before deciding, as she agrees with you about the gentlemen's workmanship

 

[Silent Sam]

The 416 Rigby Ruger was likely a RSM (Ruger Safari Magnum). They are out of production. You won't get more rifle for the money with the Ruger. The 1H in 375H&H is available through Lipsey's. Here is my big bore #1.

 

[salmonchaser]

Jamila,
I have not worked with the 375 all that much at 200. With the 1.5x5 and 300 grain partitions she shoots 11/2 groups at 100. I have on occasion messed with seating depth with no measurable affect on accuracy. I did kill a rock chuck at a touch over 400 yards with it some years ago. I might add I attempted to duplicate the shot with out success.

 

[Africa Huntress]

thank you salmonchaser

silent sam,
oh yeah the 450/400 will do. Beautiful rifle sir. It is one of my fathers favorite caliber's when hunting DG.
my great-grandfather, mom's grandfather thought it would be wise to buy double's from the English gun maker's before the prices went up. Looking at today's prices I think it was a wise decision (-:

 

[Guy Miner]

Indeed...

 

[Europe]

Jamila

If one buys a Martin rifle, they do not give it away, they ask to be buried with it.

I know your thinking a 375 but if you could bring yourself to the 9.3 x 74R level the Blaser has a breakopen stutzen. The breakopen is lighter and easier to handle IMHO

But to answer your question ---Ruger or Dakota----Dakota, unless I was buying this rifle as a gift then I would buy the Ruger. lol

 

[JD338]

Jamila

If one buys a Martin rifle, they do not give it away, they ask to be buried with it.

But to answer your question ---Ruger or Dakota----Dakota, unless I was buying this rifle as a gift then I would buy the Ruger. lol

I concur

JD338

 

[DrMike]

Jamila

If one buys a Martin rifle, they do not give it away, they ask to be buried with it.

I know your thinking a 375 but if you could bring yourself to the 9.3 x 74R level the Blaser has a breakopen stutzen. The breakopen is lighter and easier to handle IMHO

But to answer your question ---Ruger or Dakota----Dakota, unless I was buying this rifle as a gift then I would buy the Ruger. lol

Ah, a connoisseur of fine rifle--someone who recognizes craftsmanship. Excellent point, April.