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    Where Were You When You Heard Your First Lion?

    Coutada 10 in Mozambique, September 26th, 2024 while hunting Nyala.
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    Rifle Sling Recommendation

    I have two slings from Slogan Outdoors. They are made from a similar (same?) rubber material. I like them, but there is a bounce to them when carrying. Some people don't like that. I use the Slogan sling in foul weather or wet/muddy conditions. I use the Murray Leather A-1 in good conditions.
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    Cape buffalo hide Brown (2 of 2) For Sale

    FYI: The current rate to have a buffalo backskin tanned and dyed in South Africa is $615.
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    Jane Goodall has died

    Hi RLD, I wish it hadn't passed, but it did. It was implemented in early 2024 through the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (known as WAPPRIITA) by the creation of sections 12.1, 12.2 and 12.3 of the Wild Animal and Plant...
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    Jane Goodall has died

    https://janegoodall.ca/our-stories/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-jane-goodall-act/ This effectively banned all imports of sport hunted elephant and rhino trophies into Canada, even from countries where elephant populations are well managed (and often over abundant). This was a...
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    What's your method for cleaning expanded bullets recovered from game?

    I'm just curious to find out how others do this. Thanks for sharing!
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    Namibian Firearms Import Permit

    I am flying to Namibia next week. I have followed the instructions appearing on SCI's website to apply for my Namibian Firearms Import Permit. I filled out and submitted form POL 573 (along with all the supporting documents) to the Namibian Police via email (firearmairport@nampol.na). I have...
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    Would you like a Cigar?

    I am a newbie cigar enthusiast. I am heading to Namibia next week on Emirates (via Joburg). Can you please recommend a few cigars that I will be able to find in Dubai's duty free shops? I usually like a smaller cigar (35-45 minute burn time), but I am open to any suggestions. Thanks in advance!
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    Ruger M77 guys, a recoil pad question

    Ruger started fitting their M77 MkI (tang safety) with a black recoil pad towards the end of their production (late 1980's). The Ruger logo will be embossed into the recoil pad. The black recoil pad has identical dimensions to the previously used red recoil pad.
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    Anyone use Talley extended base or double extended base?

    I know this thread is almost two years old, but I was just in touch with Talley Manufacturing over this same question. They advised that the "extended" front base allows the user to move the front ring rearward by 0.25", and their "double extended" front base adds another 0.25" of rearward...
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    IMPORTANT NOTICE: Temporary Firearms Movement Restriction

    Ethiopian Airlines flies directly from Addis Ababa to Mozambique (Maputo). Flights to Beira stop in Malawi (no plane change).
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    Let’s play a game, shall we

    The second item is a pocket sextant.
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    What binoculars do you use while on Safari?

    I use my 20 year old Leica Trinovid 8X32 BN on a Rick Young Ultralight Binocular Harness. My Trinovids are compact but heavy compared to today's offerings. I am tempted to upgrade to the new Leica Ultravids 8X32 HD Plus or to the Swarovski NL Pure 8X32, but I am really fond of my old...
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    Auction Hunt in Africa?

    My advice would be to carefully read and understand the auctioned item's decription before you commit. Some offers are almost all-inclusive, and the only thing you need to do is basically to fly to the closest airport wher you will be picked up and dropped off at the conclusion of your hunt...
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    ZPGA email/apology

    I didn't receive the apology email from ZPGA, but here is a picture of their advertisement on page 81 of the DSC Official Show Program.
 
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