The 378 should be called the "evil" 378. I've got a .30-378 that seems to have tamed the recoil at the expense of noise. Not just ear ringing noise, its shatter the earth kind of noise. Its best to use ear plugs and muffs with it.
On the other hand, you can use it to annoy those who are tough and don't need ear protection. I once saw a non-believer stand there and watch a .50 BMG go off. No muffs, no covering the ears with his hands, just a stupid look. Then the concussion hit and he ran off screaming! Fun times.
Most magnums make a sound. The more powder the more sound.
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Dick Burg
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