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  1. Ironhorse375

    Curious why cape buffalo have the same minimum caliber requirement as Rhino, Hippo and Elephant?

    And that is exactly the way they are! And at 5 yards they look even more maniacal!
  2. Ironhorse375

    A Very Nice, Affordable Shotgun - Beretta Orvis Uplander Waterfowler

    I think the 686 is one of the best guns Beretta ever put out. IMHO. Hmm my 20 ga 686 might need a companion
  3. Ironhorse375

    For Sale 416 Rigby Ammo

    Are the Wooleighs still avail?
  4. Ironhorse375

    NAMIBIA: Bwabwata With KOU KUAS ADVENTURES

    Sir, That was excellent and exciting. Spoken like a true sportsman. Thanks for sharing your experience
  5. Ironhorse375

    Flying standby with firearms

    Just an update. Had a fantastic Safari/ fishing/ family trip. Flew Premium Select out to Johannesburg without a hitch buddy pass. Flew Lufthansa back. Paid ticket. Absolutely correct about loads coming back. Thanks for the tip! Buffalo 42 inched not as close as las time! 18 yards between the...
  6. Ironhorse375

    Flying standby with firearms

    Thanks for all your input. I have purchased " back up tickets " The reason for all this excess juggling, is I'm in a decent position to fly on a " buddy pass" and possibly be in Delta one. Of course the back up tickets are on a separate airlines " United " refundable.. Camp rifle probably...
  7. Ironhorse375

    Flying standby with firearms

    Thanks gentlemen. As it gets closer I'll check the loads and make a final decision. Jim, I'm back for round 2 on Buffalo, a croc, warthog, kudu, blesbuck and a impala for our grandson. Adding on 2 days deep sea fishing for the Mrs.
  8. Ironhorse375

    For Sale 416 Rigby Ammunition Package

    Sir I've been off the site for quite awhile. Not sure if your still interested in the TBBC
  9. Ironhorse375

    Flying standby with firearms

    I am flying Delta flight 200 on standby next month. My question is. When you have checked rifle with TSA and you don't get on plane due to standby status, what happens to your luggage and firearms? Do they get pulled of plane prior to takeoff, or do they sail on to Johannesburg waiting for me...
  10. Ironhorse375

    Dealing with wounded Cape buffalo

    The follow up, back up caliber/ bullet on my buffalo encounter was a 375 H&H with 300 grain barnes TSX. The killing shot at very close range was through the mouth into to cervical spine. It would have been great to have a larger caliber with heartier sized bullet. But it all came down to shot...
  11. Ironhorse375

    In memoriam - Professional Hunter Chris Bolton passes

    It is with profound sorrow to relay the information that Chris Bolton has died. Information is scant right now as his widow is asking for privacy for her and her young child Sage. Chris was a friend and my first PH in Africa. A few members here have hunted with him with Zungah safaris. As I...
  12. Ironhorse375

    Tag Draws 2021

    Tom My Moose tag is for areas 39 and 46 close to Bailey Colorado
  13. Ironhorse375

    August 13 Delta flight

    Any hunters leaving August 13 Atlanta to Johannesburg? Your in great hands! My brother will be your pilot!
  14. Ironhorse375

    For Sale 416 Rigby Ammunition Package

    Price drop! 775.00 takes it all
  15. Ironhorse375

    375 H&H TBBC For Sale

    Dsd3160 Dang autocorrect. I have zelle or venmo
  16. Ironhorse375

    375 H&H TBBC For Sale

    Did I have both venmo or zelle
  17. Ironhorse375

    375 H&H TBBC For Sale

    Two boxes left sir I'll put your next on them
  18. Ironhorse375

    375 H&H TBBC For Sale

    Looking like 2 boxes are available
  19. Ironhorse375

    Tag Draws 2021

    @LivingTheDream >I drew unit 39/46 for moose. And thanks Ridgewalker who is always an inspiration and equipment specialist for my hunts
  20. Ironhorse375

    Greetings from Eastern Washington

    Sir. First of all thanks for your service LEO. My grandfather was a officer/ detective in Spokane. Welcome aboard.
  21. Ironhorse375

    Hello from the Colorado flatlands

    Great to see another member from Colorado. Welcome.
  22. Ironhorse375

    Tag Draws 2021

    This year I was extremely fortunate to draw a bull moose tag in my home state of Colorado. I couldn't believe it.first day of season will be 9-11.
  23. Ironhorse375

    For Sale 416 Rigby Ammunition Package

    Thank you sir
  24. Ironhorse375

    375 H&H TBBC For Sale

    All 375 ammo is SPF. Thank you gentlemen
  25. Ironhorse375

    375 H&H TBBC For Sale

    Didn't think of that one. Just rolling back prices
  26. Ironhorse375

    375 H&H TBBC For Sale

    4 boxes gone. 4 more left
  27. Ironhorse375

    375 H&H TBBC For Sale

    Cleaning out the ammo closet. Premium rounds for Africa. 90$ a box Or 700$ for the whole lot.
  28. Ironhorse375

    For Sale 416 Rigby Ammunition Package

    Ok guys. This is the combo ammo package. Includes 1 box 400 gr trophy bonded bear claws. Box sealed. 3 boxes of Winchester Supreme 400 grain solids 8 rounds of Federal premium 410 grain Woodleigh weldcore sp Double tap 416 Rigby 350 grain barnes tsx. They are 2 separate boxes one has 8...
  29. Ironhorse375

    Pay It Forward-Free

    Sorry I was referring to the holster from previous post. They are fantastic boots.
  30. Ironhorse375

    Pay It Forward-Free

    I'll take en if available
  31. Ironhorse375

    Prayers for my friend Tom

    Guys I'll pass on your well wishes to Jodi. You really are a bunch of class act gentlemen. Seems the hunting comunity always comes together when one of our own and or families pass. I'm truly honored to be a member on this forum. A real family here. I'm just not quite sure which of us is the "...
  32. Ironhorse375

    Prayers for my friend Tom

    Update Tom passed away yesterday. His wife and grandchildren were able to say their goodbyes. Very sad. But as his 12 year old grandauter said. " I'm sad granpa is gone and jealous he is with Jesus now" Words of wisdom out of the mouths of babies. He will be missed by his family, friends...
  33. Ironhorse375

    A Sad Day Yesterday. Had to Put My Old Dog Down!

    Phil, It was a real honor to hunt behind Roscoe. Thinking about you folks
  34. Ironhorse375

    Prayers for my friend Tom

    Luke, Tom sold his outfitters business in Alaska a Few years ago. He lives just outside of Denver Colorado
  35. Ironhorse375

    Prayers for my friend Tom

    Thank you Scott. I'll keep you posted. He is at University hospital in Aurora
  36. Ironhorse375

    Prayers for my friend Tom

    A good friend of mine Tom Shankster is in a neuro ICU in extremely critical condition. He has had both a hemorrhagic stroke/ bleed and another stroke in a second area of his brain. Currently on a ventilator with poor prognosis. He is a wonderful guide, guided my dall sheep hunt in Alaska some...
  37. Ironhorse375

    Ammunition For Sale

    Nice deal on the 416 rigby ammunition. Received Thanks
  38. Ironhorse375

    Draw Results coming in

    Mt Griz Awesome Ram
  39. Ironhorse375

    Ammunition For Sale

    The 416 rigby ill take
  40. Ironhorse375

    USA: Appalachian Boar Hunt

    What a very cool story
  41. Ironhorse375

    Tikka for hunting? Thoughts in general

    @Hearties The newly acquired Tika from a famous hunter on this site is responsible for cleanly harvesting my mountain goat. And yes the loads he worked up are extremely accurate and of course came with detailed information. " would you expect anything different from a retired engineer? I'm...
  42. Ironhorse375

    USA: The Goat Hunt Covid-19 Couldn’t Stop

    @AZDAVE You are more than welcome. The areas you spoke of are right there. This lake is called Abyss lake in the photo. I belive echo lake is just over one of the little hills in the pictures. Truly an amazing area.
  43. Ironhorse375

    USA: The Goat Hunt Covid-19 Couldn’t Stop

    @Shootist43 Thanks. And yes you are spot on about the mount! My taxidermist, who did work for the Denver museum is going to tackle this for me
  44. Ironhorse375

    USA: The Goat Hunt Covid-19 Couldn’t Stop

    Best of luck in BC next year. They really live on the edge.
  45. Ironhorse375

    USA: The Goat Hunt Covid-19 Couldn’t Stop

    @Wade J VanGinkel Be great to see you draw a tag. Best of luck.
  46. Ironhorse375

    USA: The Goat Hunt Covid-19 Couldn’t Stop

    @Trogon Part of a great hunt is how far it pushes the hunter not only physically but mentally and emotionally. My best hunting times involved these traits both harvest and non harvest
  47. Ironhorse375

    USA: The Goat Hunt Covid-19 Couldn’t Stop

    Thanks, I had invited my second oldest son Matt. He was unable To go. But it would have been nice to have a firefighter paramedic with me. Mostly I wanted to share my experiences with my son.
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  49. Mountain Goat Hunt Colorado USA

    Mountain Goat Hunt Colorado USA

 
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