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cmk reacted to Schüler Jumbo's post in the thread What is your real hunting distance limit? with
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My longest shot on game in Africa is 272 paces. My longest shot on game in North America is 412 paces. I am qualified at 1,000 yards... -
For me, prone position around 400 yards. Shooting sticks with two points of contact 300 yards. Hunting is not target shooting. They...
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cmk reacted to K_P's post in the thread MOZAMBIQUE: Mozambique Cape Buffalo - Lifetime Dream Fulfilled with Like.
For 35 years, I dreamt of this hunt. I have read widely on the subject--Ruark, Capstick,, Hemmingway, Bell. I subscribed to Sports...
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On an old rifle, I’ll take my greasy hand in the shop and paw all over it. Then I’ll buff with vasoline. A few weeks later, I’ll use...
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cmk replied to the thread WIN a FREE KUDU HUNT for Two In South Africa Valued at US$9,000 from HTK Safaris for 2027 in a Random Drawing Giveaway.Ready for the hunt with HTK Safaris!
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cmk replied to the thread Red Recoil Pads.Interesting loopback to an old thread. 7 years ago I said that the Silvers orange pads looked "too orange". Well.. when I had stocks...
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The Midway ones are excellent in their own way but are not really the correct ones. The ‘Silvers’ pads are what you really need - they...
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cmk replied to the thread WIN a FREE KUDU HUNT for Two In South Africa Valued at US$9,000 from HTK Safaris for 2027 in a Random Drawing Giveaway.Ready for the hunt with HTK Safaris!
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I use a Swarovski z8i 1,7-13,3x42 on my custom rifle in .375 H&H, I have yet to shoot anything more dangerous then a brown bear with it...
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I agree with this, as I believe that 300yds/300m is arguably the max sporting range on unwounded game. (Yes, skill and technology allow...
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cmk reacted to Tanks's post in the thread The Cannon Myth: Why I'd Rather Hit Than Bruise with
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I submit that, for DG, my .500 NE Shikari has laser-like placement and very manageable. It is not "punishing" at all. Your mileage may... -
cmk reacted to Beck's post in the thread What rifles do you own that haven't seen Africa, but NEED to... with Haha.
This message will self-destruct in 15 seconds. If my wife ever hears anything about it, I will deny its existence. .416 Ruger Alaskan...
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cmk replied to the thread WIN a FREE KUDU HUNT for Two In South Africa Valued at US$9,000 from HTK Safaris for 2027 in a Random Drawing Giveaway.Ready for the hunt with HTK Safaris!
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cmk replied to the thread WIN a FREE KUDU HUNT for Two In South Africa Valued at US$9,000 from HTK Safaris for 2027 in a Random Drawing Giveaway.Ready for the hunt with HTK Safaris!
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cmk replied to the thread Leopard cartridge choice; Poll.I voted 35 Whelen for the same reason. With correct shot placement and soft enough bullet, it should work well, right?