.257 Roberts

In my day to day Gunsmithing business, I happened across a Winchester .257 Roberts in remarkable condition, and at a bargain price of $400. cash. After looking at the rifling and bolt play, I'm not sure if it has ever been fired.
My questions: I have never had any experiences with this caliber, but had to buy it, and would like to hear from anyone with some experience. I bought it with plans for my 14 year old to hunt Whitetail this Fall. I appreciate any comments / information. Thanks, Nighthunter264winmag

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[Pahunter]

the .257 is a great caliber for deer [img]images/icons/smile.gif[/img] Its about perfect for a kid that age

[booger]

I agree with PAhunter. Have used one with handloads for years. Only difference is it's a M77.

[BLovell]

nighthunter264winmag,
I would highly recommend the .257. It is a great round. You can also increase its potential by reaming it out to the Ackley improved. My wife and I both shoot these guns and love them dearly. [img]images/icons/smile.gif[/img] This increases your velocity by about 10%. With the Ackley Improved and 100gr bullets you can have the velocity of most all .25-06 100gr loads and use less powder.

[MAX]

Bob works fine for grownups too, or so I've been told. Don't expect to grow up for another 30 years or so. [img]images/icons/rolleyes.gif[/img]

[jro45]

I own a Weatherby 257 mag. and I think it is a great gun for grownups too. I plan on doing some deer hunting with it next hunting trip.