The 405 Winchester also known as the 405 WCF is a center-fire rifle cartridge introduced in 1904 for the Winchester 1895 lever-action rifle. It was the most powerful lever-action cartridge available until the 444 Marlin was introduced in 1964. The 405 Winchester was a favorite of U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt during his safari in East Africa. The original Winchester factory load consisted of a 300gr. soft point or metal patch (Full Metal Jacket) bullet at 2,200 ft/s. When the Winchester Model 1895 was discontinued in 1936, the cartridge became obsolete. The 405 Winchester was also chambered in Winchester's Model 1885 Single-Shot Rifle, the Remington-Lee bolt-action rifle, and many British and European double rifles. New rifles are being chambered in 405 Winchester by Ruger®, Winchester, Browning and Shiloh Sharps. Since its introduction, many hunters have used the 405 Winchester on African big game, to include Rhino and Buffalo; however it is generally considered best used against light skinned game.
All specifications represent maximum dimensions.
Specifications:
Rim Thickness 0.0730"
Rim Diameter 0.5430"
Extractor Groove 0.4470"
Wall Thickness 0.0130"
Case Length 2.5830"
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