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Old 12-21-2010, 07:40 AM
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I'm thinking that it might have to do with the fact that most .303 chambered rifles are SMLE's which for the most part may suffer excessive head space issues, not all, but certainly a good number of them. The introduction of modern firearms with strong action such as the Ruger #1 may change this. But still, these were or are special order. Perhaps if they become a standard caliber offering, this may change. I don't think that the close proximity to the US is the factor, but moreso the fact that they manufacture the bulk of the firearms and components that we use and the .303 Brit is not a high demand item south of the 49th.
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