Author Topic: Is the 405 Win worthy? (Read 872 times)

sherppa · « **on:** March 17, 2006, 07:47:15 PM »

Would a 405 Winchester be worthy of taking large game?

Cecil · « **Reply #1 on:** March 19, 2006, 02:57:27 AM »

Looking at load data it out preform's the 450 marlin. which was supposed to out preform the 45-70 but of course that is loads for a trap door.

quickdtoo · « **Reply #2 on:** March 19, 2006, 05:09:25 AM »

Depends on how big!!

http://www.gunsandammomag.com/ammunition/bully_041805/index.html

http://www.gunblast.com/Ruger_No1_405.htm

sherppa · « **Reply #3 on:** March 19, 2006, 05:44:23 AM »

Thanks Quick!

K.K · « **Reply #4 on:** April 01, 2006, 01:28:26 PM »

Teddy Roosesvelt thought so! I'm reading one of his books tonight, and on the cover is T.R. standing with a 1895 Winchester (in 405), with one foot atop a black rhino. It wouldn't likely be my first choice, but it has been done!