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  1. IdaRam

    Granite Mountain Arms .404 Jeffery - Range Report

    A Plan/Dream Finally Realized... I’ve been saying for years that one of these days I’m going to have my ONE ultimate rifle for Africa to go anywhere and do everything. And for a while the “place holder” was a .375 H&H, which is pretty darn hard to beat as a “do everything” cartridge when loaded...
  2. IdaRam

    Ruger M77 Express .270 Win

    Rare and hard to find Ruger M77 Express in .270 Win. If you are looking for one of these for your collection it will be difficult to do better than this one. This rifle is 100% original and in “Like New” condition. Comes with scope rings and the Ruger box it shipped in from the factory. The...
  3. IdaRam

    Armed Mother Defends Kids/Moms - Pops Perp

    Another great example of you never know when you’ll need to be ready, willing and able. She seemed very ready, willing and able. Good job mom! https://watch.screencastify.com/v/IIIzMjLWBPD0y5Ch8aOc
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    GAOG Acquires Sportsman’s Warehouse

    https://www.marketwatch.com/story/sportsmans-warehouse-shares-soar-37-on-its-acquisition-by-great-american-outdoors-group-2020-12-21 Well this really blows. More Redhead crap coming to a store near you. Anyone care to wager how long it will take them to turn Sportsman’s into another...
  5. IdaRam

    2020 Hunting Bows: No Bad or Easy Choices

    I’ve spent the past several months reading & watching reviews, talking to friends and ultimately shooting bows. In the end the only absolute truth seems to be that there has never been a better time to be shopping for a hunting bow! They are all so damn good! One of the most helpful reviews I...
  6. IdaRam

    Simson Suhl Drilling 16x16 X 7x65R

    Just a short time back I saw an ad in the AH Free Classifieds for a Simson Drilling in 16ga X 7x65R and am now the proud owner of this fine gun :) https://www.africahunting.com/threads/for-sale-simson-suhl-drilling-7x65r-x-16-70-1-900-obo.47850/ First off, thanks to Mark for his patience in...
  7. IdaRam

    29 Firearms & 36 Suppressors Stolen - Thieves Released on Own Recognizance

    Men arrested for stealing machine guns and silencers from SHOT Show https://www.alloutdoor.com/2019/02/15/men-arrested-stealing-machine-guns-silencers-shot-heres-atf-affidavit/?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=2019-02-16&utm_campaign=Weekly+Newsletter Thank God the judge...
  8. IdaRam

    Africa Hunting and Wildlife Conservation Survey

    Please take a moment to complete this survey on “Trophy Hunting” and wildlife conservation. And make a point of adding comments at the end! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2XaA7SPyR5HrpBj2L6UsFKXgz-hbQU1xKTvuu6clG1KPfFg/viewform
  9. IdaRam

    ZIMBABWE: Mokore Safaris Sengwa Research Tuskless Elephant & Plains Game

    Fall is knocking at our door and with it comes excitement for bird and big game hunting seasons. Like most everyone else around here, I find myself short on time (and money) but long on enthusiasm :D I know if I don’t get this hunt report started now it will be long overdue by the time I get...
  10. IdaRam

    For Sale .375 H&H Ruger RSM

    Ruger RSM .375 H&H and 5 boxes of Federal 270 gr RNSP ammo (original scope rings are included). Rifle is in excellent condition and as close to “new” as a used gun can be. Wood is very nicely figured and in almost perfect condition. There is a small scratch (safe rash) on the left side near...
  11. IdaRam

    Antler Art

    Just received this today. A wonderful, talented lady who works for me is also an accomplished artist :) I found this moose shed while wolf hunting two years ago. Sadly, no luck finding the match to the pair. Many thanks to the beautiful bull that “donated” the “canvas” :D And many more thanks...
  12. IdaRam

    Floor Pedestals are Finally Done :-)

    Waterbuck and Gemsbok Pedestals done and home from the taxidermist :) Time to start saving for this years inbound animals. Just when I start thinking that double rifle may be within reach (n) My taxidermist really went the extra mile and included rocks in the sand that have actual...
  13. IdaRam

    The Future of Zimbabwe: U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations

    https://www.foreign.senate.gov/hearings/the-future-of-zimbabwe-121217p Video from Senate Committee discussing diplomacy, relations, China’s potential future involvement, etc with new regime in Zimbabwe Lion hunting in Zim at about minute 48
  14. IdaRam

    MOST RE-SELLABLE DOUBLE RIFLE?

    Some questions for all you double rifle aficionados. And anyone else who cares to give their 2 bits :D I'm not even close, financially, to being able to afford any of the double rifles I would ultimately like to own. So rather than just do without until that distant day when I can, I've been...
  15. IdaRam

    Question About Malarone

    For everyone who may have first hand experience with Malarone for Malaria prevention. Have any of you had negative side effects while or after taking Malarone? I have read about many bad experiences with Larium and I know that Doxycycline can cause intense sensitivity to sun as well as upset...
  16. IdaRam

    SOUTH AFRICA: BOTSWANA: Kruger N.P., Chobe N.P. & An Excellent Hunt With Numzaan Safaris

    There's a lot to say before even getting to the hunting part of the trip, but I will cut to the chase and try to keep it brief, starting with something of a review. Hopefully there's some helpful info for people planning their future trips. Starting with; TRAVEL WITH GUNS Steve and Fred were...
  17. IdaRam

    Headed Home - Happy and Depressed...

    Hi All, Posting from my phone so I'll keep it brief. Sitting in OR Tambo waiting to board flight. Spent 4 days in Kruger and that was awesome! 4 more days in Kasane, Botswana at Chobe N.P. Also awesome! Then 10 days hunting in Limpopo with Numzaan Safaris. A bit of an "off the beaten path"...
  18. IdaRam

    I Think My Dog's a Democrat!

    Thought this was "Hilarious"!
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    A Tale of Two Rifles

    Hi Folks, In many things in life someone else has already fought the battle and found a few tricks of the trade that can make it easier on your wallet and your patience! I hope that the following story and information may be of use to my fellow hand loaders (y) Over a period of almost 40 years...
  20. IdaRam

    Almost Ready for Africa

    The wheelgun is shooting great... I'm shooting it pretty well, although still looking forward to some more range time. Feeling really comfortable on the sticks and shooting as much as I can offhand. Dry fire practice nightly is paying dividends. I managed to ruin this perfectly good group on...
  21. IdaRam

    Emirates Air & Travel With Guns

    I've been wondering if any issues were going to arise with the cancelling and shuffling of Emirates flights. Looks like the answer is yes. I received the email below from Steve at Travel With Guns today. By the way, Steve and Fred at Travel with Guns have been very good to work with so far. I...
  22. IdaRam

    Meat! It's what's for dinner

    Grilled Whitetail Deer Backstraps - Harvested humanely with a 140gr Accubond from a .280 Rem. DRT... Grilled Potato Wedges - Ripped violently from the ground, slashed into quarters and burned in scalding butter on my bar-b-q Fresh Peas - Torn from the vine, gutted like a fish and scorched with...
  23. IdaRam

    BIll Clinton and the Genie

    Bill Clinton and the Genie Bill Clinton was driving past the White House when he accidentally ran over the Obamas new puppy, Sunny, crushing it flat as a fritter. He climbed out of his BMW and sat down on the grass totally distraught. He knew Michele would go friggin' ballistic. Then Bill...
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    LOOTERS

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    Cats & Dogs...In Trees. Awesome!

    https://m.youtube.com/watch?list=UUUA4xCGCfcY0Dsgt6Py_Nzw&v=0IrgyQR6lyY
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    "Vets are mentally ill"? REALLY???!!!

    This woman is the poster child for why we need the Second Amendment now more than ever. And I dislike the LA Times less and less every day... Dianne Feinstein: "All vets are mentally ill in some way, and government should prevent them from owning firearms." Yep, - she really said it on...
  27. IdaRam

    Clearance Deals On Dies Bullets & Brass

    Hey All, Shopping for some bullets and browsing clearance stuff today, I came across a few things that might interest AH members. Items & links below... Hope this is helpful to someone :) RCBS 3 Die Set 450 NE 3 1/4" 44% OFF...
  28. IdaRam

    Impressive Archery Skills!!!

    This guy has some serious skills! Check out this YouTube video. A little corny, but impressive nonetheless.
  29. IdaRam

    Ruger RSM .416 Rigby

    Well, addiction got the best of me (n) I caved in and added a new in the box Ruger RSM .416 Rigby to the collection! A while back @Heym 88 parted with a pair of RSM's to make room for his new Searcy .470 NE double and happily, they ended up in my gun safe :) Both are great shooting rifles, the...
  30. IdaRam

    Small Bores for Small African Game?

    Have any of you taken a small caliber rifle to Africa (South Africa) for the purpose of hunting the smaller game species? Something like a .22 Hornet, .222 Rem or even .22 WMR or .17 HMR? By smaller game species I mean Genet, Civit, Caracal, Serval, Honey Badger, Porcupine, Tiny 10, etc. Are...
  31. IdaRam

    Political Humor

    These may be a little "dated" but still seem appropriate nonetheless... ~ Harry Reid said our border is secure. Did they legalize crack in Washington? ~ Criminals obey gun laws like politicians follow their oaths of office. ~ Guns are cheap compared to Obamacare and provide better coverage. ~ I...
  32. IdaRam

    New SOLID from Swift Bullets

    I spoke with Brad from Swift Bullets at SHOT Show today and here is a pic of their new solid. Available any time now... IIRC he said 80 inches of very straight penetration in wet newspaper from the .375 dia.
  33. IdaRam

    Let's Talk About Environmental Factors!

    So, y'all might be thinking I want to talk about the environment :sneaky: Nope, I'm talking about environmental factors that affect our ability to accurately put rounds on target! :D Sorry to disappoint you, but if we work at it we may still be able to start an argument ;) Just jokin' folks...
  34. IdaRam

    USA: Idaho Shiras Moose Hunt

    I just got back from three incredible weeks in the backcountry of Idaho and I thought you guys might enjoy some hunt pics and the story to go with. A very close friend of mine retired from the local Sheriffs department a few years ago after 31 years on the job which included many years on the...
  35. IdaRam

    FOUR FUNERALS

    God, I pray in this next go-round we get an administration that appreciates our military, our country and our honor :mad: Four Funerals By all accounts, Harold was a bright child. He grew up in America. He went to school and had a bright future ahead of him. His full life was cut short...
  36. IdaRam

    Leupold VX-R Scout Scope Project

    Hi All, Just finished up a Scout Scope project for my buddy's Ruger Alaskan in 416 Ruger. He and I are hunting plains game next year in SA, then he's heading to Zim for Cape Buffalo with me tagging along with a camera and this will be the rifle he uses for the Buff. Leupold has offered Scout...
  37. IdaRam

    3D Archery Targets Banned

    More insanity from the Peoples Republic. From the CBH Newsletter Last week I was informed by a local blog reader that the El Dorado Park (Long Beach, CA) archery range we know and love has disallowed use of 3D animal targets effective immediately. I was shocked as I have been using 3D animal...
  38. IdaRam

    .416 Rem Mag Ammo, Brass & Dies

    Hi All, I would like to sell the following .416 Rem Mag items: 100 Remington unprimed cases - new in unopened bag 1 set of new never used RCBS dies - 2 die set (FL size and seater) 1 partial box of Remington Safari Grade ammo. 16 rounds + 2 fired cases. 400 gr. Swift A-Frame $200 + shipping
  39. IdaRam

    Hello from Idaho

    Hi All. My name is Dan and I'm from Boise Idaho. So glad I found this site. What a wealth of information and a bunch of great people. I've enjoyed reading a number of posts and am proud to be amongst you. I'm heading to Africa for the first time in August and September of 2015 with a good...
 
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