CZ 550 Safari in .500 Jeffery | Jeff “Tank” Hoover

Jeff "Tank" Hoover is preparing for an upcoming trip to Africa by sighting in his CZ 550 Safari rifle chambered in .500 Jeffery. He emphasizes the importance of practice, especially in cold weather which accentuates recoil, to ensure readiness for dangerous game like buffalo. The rifle is set up to fire a 570-grain bullet at 2,150 feet per second.

Quick Summary

Jeff "Tank" Hoover is sighting in his CZ 550 Safari rifle in .500 Jeffery for an upcoming Africa trip. He is using a 570-grain bullet traveling at 2,150 ft/s and notes that cold weather accentuates recoil, making practice essential.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Africa Trip Prep
  2. 00:39CZ 550 Safari in .500 Jeffery
  3. 00:43.500 Jeffery Ballistics: 570 Grain Bullet
  4. 00:48Velocity: 2,150 ft/s
  5. 00:55Recoil in Cold Weather

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle is Jeff "Tank" Hoover using to prepare for his Africa trip?

Jeff "Tank" Hoover is preparing for his Africa trip by sighting in his CZ 550 Safari rifle. This rifle is chambered in the powerful .500 Jeffery caliber, known for its effectiveness on dangerous game.

What are the ballistics of the .500 Jeffery cartridge as used by Tank Hoover?

The .500 Jeffery cartridge, as used by Jeff "Tank" Hoover, is pushing a 570-grain bullet at a velocity of 2,150 feet per second. This combination provides substantial energy for hunting large game.

How does cold weather affect shooting a .500 Jeffery rifle?

According to Jeff "Tank" Hoover, cold weather significantly accentuates the recoil of heavy caliber firearms like the .500 Jeffery. This makes practicing in cold conditions important for acclimatization and shot control.

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