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Ready for the hunt with HTK Safaris!

Ready for the hunt with HTK Safaris!

Did you manage to get a sanctions permit approved, or did you use a rental rifle?

The page also states the following: RGPs are not applicable for the export of firearms under any of the following circumstances: firearms going to a destination that is subject to Australian legislation that implements: a United Nations Security Council Sanction an Australian Autonomous...

Was there ever a definitive answer to the above? Can you temporarily export a rifle from Aus to Zim?

Mv Norseman up in Port Douglas is a well-run outfit. Could be worth a look. https://mvnorseman.com.au/

I have a .470 with a .375 H&H barrel set; as I've only just received it I can't really give you too much of a review. I would imagine that getting a rifle built for a .470 or .500, and also a second light barrel set would be something of a compromise in terms of handling. Have you considered...

Hogden list a reduced recoil load of 81.5 gr of H1000 (AR2217) with a 235 gr projectile at around 2400 fps. Has anyone tried this or a similar load, noting it's using a slower powder with a light projectile, rather than a lesser amount of faster burning powder?

Hmm you're right; now I look at their website, the 404 isn't listed at all. I think maybe the 505 has replaced it?

I'm a big fan of the stutzen style full stock as well. I've two CZs and a Mannlicher 1903 full stock. Ruger makes (or made) a full stock M77 and also Sauer make a 404 with a full stock.

Okay thanks for the info gents. I'll start with the RL-15 and see how I go.

I'm not familiar with Vithavuori but RL15 seems popular for the .470. Do you know what barrel length your buddys rifle had to produce that muzzle velocity?

Cheers Tintin, yes I do have a copy of Graemes book. No luck on the BCH trip thus far as I moved to QLD. Maybe sometime I'll make it back up there but unfortunately it's unlikely to be this year with my work schedule.

After 9 months of waiting, my Charles Lancaster boxlock double has finally arrived in the country. The rifle comes with two barrel sets chambered in .470 NE and .375 H&H, both regulated for modern Kynoch ammunition. As Kynamco has sadly gone into administration, I am left with the prospect of...

Between Woodleigh and Bertram we are pretty fortunate when it comes to reloading in Aus.