Single Shot hunting rifles?

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What is out there for single shot hunting rifles? I am thinking either something in a falling block design or something like a Handi Rifle? Would need to be able to use a scope and dont need open sights?

I also remember seeing interesting ones as well as some home made ones here on the site but cant find them again.

Thanks
 
Thanks guys : I am really liking the rolling block setup like the Ruger No1 or Martini.

Wouldnt mind a Vault lock action either.
 
The Ruger is actually a take off of the Farquarson falling block action, the Martini is its own action style as well, it kinda hinges down in the front.
A roller actually rolls backwards .:>)
They are really neat rifles and are often seen on the black powder ranges.

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TrxR said:
What is out there for single shot hunting rifles? I am thinking either something in a falling block design or something like a Handi Rifle? Would need to be able to use a scope and dont need open sights?

I also remember seeing interesting ones as well as some home made ones here on the site but cant find them again.

Thanks
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Handis are tack drivers.... rugers are more refined (and more expensive)... handis take scopes easier.... but rugers are something to be really proud of...hopefully hoytcannon will chime in... he is a resident handi expert and knows them inside and out and has some I would be proud to own.... he also owns number 1's... (which I would also be proud to own)... I would consider him the res8dent expert here....
 
Rugers and B78/1885 etc are very elegant and anyone of them in the calibre you prefer would be a wonderful firearm to own!!... but I think the most practical single shot is the T/C Encore. They are strong, accurate and easily accept barrels for blackpowder, shotgun and most rifle calibres you might wish. Wood or Plastic stocks etc etc. And they shoot pretty good.
 
Thompson Center pro hunter, break action, switch barrel. Almost any calibre you want if you can find the barrels!

Personaly I own 204 ruger, 308, 7mm mag, 45-70 govt and 50 cal ml
 
I have a Handi-Rifle .223 Superlight as a coyote rifle and was lucky to find a second hand .308Win barrel that fit well. It has been good value and I like it. The nicer rifles cost more, but if you can afford it and you like them, go with that.
 
struff55 said:
Problems with the TC'S extraction and other issues the falling block design is the way to go
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"extraction and other issues" ?? well possibly but never heard of this before with T/C but have with Ruger and Browning (FWIW) ... my personal experience is I have had 3 centerfire barrels plus a shotgun barrel and a blackpowder barrel for my TC and never had an extraction problem - NOT EVER!. Including using the .223 in a timed moving target AND snap target match that some of the bolt guns on the line couldnt keep up to because they were "failing to feed or extract" But could it happen? I suppose so - but hasnt to me. If you want to be "bullet proof" I suppose a rimless cartridge is always your best choice in break action or a falling block.... but always well to remember that the classic African dangerous game rifle is a "break action" double.... not a "falling block"
 
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"extraction and other issues" ?? well possibly but never heard of this before with T/C but have with Ruger and Browning (FWIW) ... my personal experience is I have had 3 centerfire barrels plus a shotgun barrel and a blackpowder barrel for my TC and never had an extraction problem - NOT EVER!. Including using the .223 in a timed moving target AND snap target match that some of the bolt guns on the line couldnt keep up to because they were "failing to feed or extract" But could it happen? I suppose so - but hasnt to me. If you want to be "bullet proof" I suppose a rimless cartridge is always your best choice in break action or a falling block.... but always well to remember that the classic African dangerous game rifle is a "break action" double.... not a "falling block"
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I'm with you - TC Pro-Hunters have lots of critics, like any brand, but I have owned them for years and never had an issue. Currently have 22lr, 22 K Hornet, 204, 223, 25-06, 270, 7-08, 30TC, 405, 500 S&W, and 50Cal BP. They are fun and fairly easy to get barrels for. Nine35.com has a few and can import, so can Profit River. I am getting some TC barrels built with a "stub kit" imported from south of the border.

Its a matter of preference - single shots are not for everyone. Enjoy what ever you purchase but take your time doing so.....
 
Hunting with a single is a hoot all in it's own. I have owned many and sad I sold some. Ruger #1 in a few cal, 78 in 30-06, Hepburn, Werndel, many Martinis, and a couple brands I can not remember. I still own a Ruger #3 in hornet, 223, & 45-70. A Rem. rolling block in 50-70, a Martini in 577-450 and a Sharp in 50-110. A deer hunt with one of the old cal. with some friends doing the same would be a great time.
 
I have a No. 1 in .300 H&H. I would certainly recommend it, it's beautiful, carrys and balances well, is short for its barrel length and is accurate.

For a no nonsense rifle I still prefer a bolt. An experienced hunter and shooter is by no means handicapped by a single shot though.
 
cam1936 said:
I have a No. 1 in .300 H&H. I would certainly recommend it, it's beautiful, carrys and balances well, is short for its barrel length and is accurate.

For a no nonsense rifle I still prefer a bolt. An experienced hunter and shooter is by no means handicapped by a single shot though.
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Pics? :D I need an excuse to drool all over my keyboard this afternoon.
 
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