Exploring the Power and Precision of the Big Horn Armory 500S&W Magnum Scout Rifle
Are You Sure You Own A Scout Rifle?
There were many qualifications Colonel Cooper set for what he wanted in a Scout Rifle. I have chosen a few of those that are mainly spoken about. Most think slapping a Scout Scope on the front makes their rifle a Scout but it is much more complicated than that.
| Col. Cooper Main Specs | Big Horn Scout Concept | |
| Weight With Scope 6.6lbs or less | 8lbs 7oz | |
| Less Than 1Meter/3Feet/36in Long | 37 Inches | |
| 308 Generating 2427 Ft Pounds of Energy | See Chronograph Data Below | |
| 2 MOA Accuracy | Capable With The Right Ammo | |
| Ghost Ring backup Sights | Peep Skinner Sights | |
| Long Eye Relief Scope | Burris 2-7x Scout | |
| Hunt Any Animal On Earth Up To 1000lbs | Capable With The Right Ammo | |
| Quick and Maneuverable Snap Shooting | Can Be Just As Fast As A Bolt Action Rifle Or Faster – much more fun IMHO |
Chronograph Data
Though the Scout Rifle has traditionally been a bolt action rifle outside of the Springfield M1A Scout Squad.
Many have used the 45/70 Lever, the concept DM came up with was converting a Big Horn Armory 500S&W Magnum. Of all that I have shot, this was THE MOST FUN and less recoil than the 45/70. The 500gr Hornady carries even more energy down range at 100 yards than the 45/70.
There are not many rifles today that can meeting the standard Colonel Cooper originally published, though the closer you get the more of a do IT ALL general purpose rifle you will have.
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