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Some time ago I asked the Forum members if they had any knowledge of this double rifle system. The rifle in question was chambered in 9.3x74R. It was located across the country, and I just couldn't swing a deal with the owner. I've had a hankering for a double rifle for quite some time, but my...

Hello All, I have been scrounging around for anything .404 Jeffery up here in Canada. I bought an auction lot that included; 1 box-Trophy Bonded Sledgehammer Solids 1 box-woodleigh Weldcore SN Additionally, a bag of 50 or so mystery projectiles were included. They weigh 400gr, and measure .422...

Hi All, I'm trying to figure out if this scope might be suitable on a Dangerous Game rifle - specifically my BRNO ZKK 602 chambered in .404 Jeffery. My main concern would be durability. Would this scope stand up to the rigours of the .404 Jeffery recoil? The magnification seems about right...

Hello all, I am in need of some advice regarding my optics options for a BRNO 602 chambered in .404 Jeffery that I have acquired. I am preparing to hunt for Cape Buffalo, most likely in 2025, and would like to hear what those with experience have to say. I have no dangerous game experience...

Hello All, I came across this brand advertised in a magazine, had never heard of it before. After a quick look at their website, I am interested in some of their product. Their long sleeve hunting shirts look to be well made, and would seem to be at home on an African hunt as well. Additionally...

Hello All, A question on reloading manuals, websites, and the like - what would you all say is the definitive resource for your own reloading needs? I am a novice reloader, with a couple reloading manuals, but looking to expand my library. Specifically, I am reloading for .404 Jeffery...

Hello out there to all in Forum land, I am in need of some 400 gr Swift A-Frames to feed a .404 Jeffery. I have brass and a good supply of Hornady DGX bullets for practice, but I would really like to get started on a serious buffalo load. I have looked extensively throughout the web, but...

Hello all, I am new to reloading, and so I am neck deep in learning and tool collecting still. I recently picked up a Lyman power case trimmer, the Case Trim Express, and it has been a pretty easy learning curve so far. The included bushings work nicely with the calibers that I use (6.5x55...

Once again, I call upon the learned gentlemen (and ladies) of the Forum for their knowledge. I have the opportunity to purchase this over/under double chambered in 9.3x74R, purchased new back in 1993, and have some questions. First, what is the overall opinion of these Tikka over/unders? Does...

Hello All, I bought a couple boxes of these vintage bullets in an ammo lot at auction. They are still sealed, and look like new still. 293 gr., solid points. Has anyone ever seen or perhaps used these before? Any idea on age? Do we have anything today that compares to theses originals...

Hello all, A question for those in the know. I have the opportunity to purchase a New Old Stock BRNO ZKK-602 in .458 Win Mag. I also have the option of buying an excellent condition ZKK-602 in .416 Rigby. The Rigby has a barrel band sling swivel, but other than that, both rifles are...

Well, I have been home for a couple of weeks now, still processing the phenomenal experience I have just had with the good people at Bayly Sippel Safaris. It's time for me to put pen to paper, so to speak, and re-live what was my second hunting trip to Africa. My second "Once in a Lifetime"...

I have been looking into finally getting a pair of range finding binoculars, as I have been thinking that they would make an excellent gear addition to an African adventure. When I first started hunting, and had next to no money, I went without binoculars. Then, I bought myself a cheap pair...

Hello to those in the know, I am looking for some advice. I have the opportunity to make a private purchase of an Ithaca SKB model 280E in 12 gauge. This is a side by side shotgun with 28" barrels, choked full and modified, with ejectors, and an English style straight grip stock. Single...

Well, since it is a rainy day here, and the list of manufactured priorities my wife left for me is now completed, I thought I would take the opportunity to post a review of some new (to me) BRNO rifles and Meopta scopes that I have added to the fold. First, the rifles. I acquired this BRNO...

Hello to all the Texans out there, specifically those in and around Austin. Some work mates and I, 4 in total, are looking for a hog hunt around Austin this September. I am the only serious hunter/traveler in the bunch, the other 3 are near retirement, and more serious about eating BBQ and...

A question for those in the know who may be able to guide me along on this one. I have a CZ 550 Medium Lux chambered in 9.3x62, with a 23.6 inch (600mm) barrel, and the barrel is marked with a 1:14 twist rate. I took it to Namibia last year with factory Norma Oryx 286gr ammo, and was very...

Just a follow up to my hunt with Kowas in May of last year, the trophies have arrived and now hang in my home. I navigated through Canada Customs in Toronto myself, opting to not use a broker. Partly to keep the costs down, and partly to say that I did it myself. It was surprisingly painless...

Hello all, I am hoping to tap into some of the knowledge and experience of the forum once again. My wife and I will be travelling in Chile and Argentina next October. We will be passing through Cordoba, and then on to Mendoza on our way to Buenos Aires. I would kick myself if I were to pass...

I replied to an ad for a gentleman selling an over/under 20g shotgun near me. Went to his house, checked out the shotgun and it was in great shape, so we made a deal and I handed over the money. Making small talk, I asked if he had any other firearms for sale. He said there were a couple more...

NAMIBIA May 2 – May 9, Plains Game, Rifle, Kowas Hunting Safaris, PH – Matheus, Driver/Tracker – Michael or Backs, Depending on the day. Dordabis region of Namibia, 1.5 hours drive from Windhoek International I have been very fortunate in that I have just completed my first hunting trip on...