SHOT Show 2016: Rigby's "New" Big Game Rifle

Published on February 5, 2016
Duration: 2:59

This video showcases Rigby's Vintage Big Game Rifle, a modern interpretation of a classic design. It highlights features like color case hardening, flame bluing, hand checkering, and the patented Rigby 'Peak' peep sight, designed for shooting with open sights. The rifle's stock geometry is optimized for managing recoil from calibers like the .416 Rigby, facilitating accurate follow-up shots.

Quick Summary

The Rigby Vintage Big Game Rifle at SHOT Show 2016 offers a classic aesthetic with features like color case hardening, flame bluing, and hand checkering. It includes the patented Rigby 'Peak' peep sight, regulated for 100 meters, and a stock designed with a straight, low comb to manage recoil from calibers like the .416 Rigby for accurate follow-up shots.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction with Scott from American Hunter
  2. 00:12Interview with Simon Barr from John Rigby Company
  3. 00:19Introducing Rigby's Big Game Rifle Line
  4. 00:34The New Vintage Model Big Game Rifle
  5. 00:44Classic Slender Design Elements
  6. 00:58Vintage Model Features: Case Hardening, Bluing, Checkering
  7. 01:13Patented Rigby 'Peak' Peep Sight
  8. 01:46Stock Design: Straight and Low Comb for Open Sights
  9. 02:05Recoil Management for .416 Rigby
  10. 02:23Rifle Handling and Shooting Impression
  11. 02:45Where to Find Rigby Offerings

Frequently Asked Questions

What distinguishes the Rigby Vintage Big Game Rifle from its modern counterpart?

The Vintage Big Game Rifle emphasizes classic aesthetics with a more slender profile, a traditional stock without a cheek piece, and decorative elements like color case hardening and flame bluing, appealing to users who prefer a vintage look and feel.

What are the key features of the Rigby Vintage Big Game Rifle's sighting system?

It incorporates the patented Rigby 'Peak' peep sight, a design over a century old. This sight is regulated for 100 meters and is noted for its accuracy, making it a practical choice for open-sight shooting.

How does the stock design of the Rigby Vintage Big Game Rifle aid in shooting?

The stock features a straight comb and a lower comb, which are idealized for shooting with open sights. This design helps manage recoil, providing a push rather than a punch, and facilitates accurate follow-up shots.

What caliber is mentioned in relation to the Rigby Vintage Big Game Rifle's recoil management?

The video specifically mentions the .416 Rigby caliber. The rifle's design is intended to make shooting this caliber with classic 400-410 grain projectiles manageable, aiding in recoil control for follow-up shots.

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