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    on a lighter note...

    It's the "average" looking woman that don't cheat on you and/or run off with half your stuff. That dude will probably have a better life than many.
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    on a lighter note...

    Distracted by this:
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    Death by Rattlesnake

    Im sure many people wonder the same thing when we tell them weve hunted dangerous game in Africa. Many people will simply shake their heads and ask "why?". Ive hunted dangerous game, spent time with dangerous people, kept dangerous pets, rode fast motorcycles, swam in dangerous water, camped...
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    Death by Rattlesnake

    I've spent my life around venomous critters. Show respect, give them space, wear protective gear in their territory. You will live long and so will they. I've even kept some of the most dangerous venomous critters in the world as pets. It creates an interesting relationship when the critter...
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    505 Gibbs — Favorite Powders & Presses

    Here is the data I have (use at your own risk): 505 Gibbs -570gr Swift A-frame over 134gr of RL-26 -525gr Barnes TSX over 145gr RL-25 (147gr for solids) -600gr Peregrine VRG2 over 121gr IMR 4350 -600gr Peregrine VRG2 over 113gr IMR 4350
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    505 Gibbs — Favorite Powders & Presses

    I used a Lee cast 50bmg press and it was perfect for the task. I will try to remember to come back later tonight to post my load data.
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    Explain this: 270 wins the poll

    A fine old cartridge! Perfect for the thick bush. It's North American cousin the 35 Whelen is no slouch either!
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    Explain this: 270 wins the poll

    All cartridges are inferior to the 8-bore! I took a vote and all people in the vote agreed. :A Tease:
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    life sized T-rex skull with ballistic gel

    Ever find yourself near me, you are welcome to try my 8-bore. Very few guns can compare to this 16.5lb behemoth firing 85 caliber 1200gr bullets. The recoil falls just within the realm of manageable... for a few shots.
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    life sized T-rex skull with ballistic gel

    Too heavy and not very sporting!
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    life sized T-rex skull with ballistic gel

    I'm not usually a big fan of this channel, but this was still a fun watch. Who hasn't dream of hunting a T-rex with their large bore rifle? As much as I love my 8-bore double rifle. I would likely use my Winchester Safari Express chambered in 416 RM. The gun is lighter and nimbler for dealing...
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    500 Nitro 570 grain A-frame load data

    I might have some data. Ill try to remember to look for it when i get home.
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    What caliber would you bring back from the dead?

    As long as ammunition or components are available, you could always have a custom rifle made in 303 British. Do you have a source for those 8g kiln hulls? What loads have you used in them? I use a 1200gr 0.849" bullet over 260gr of FFg black powder or 67gr of Blue Dot. I lucked out last year...
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    What caliber would you bring back from the dead?

    My 8-bore brass was made by Rocky Mountain Cartridge. The cases are well made but having another source of brass would be a good thing, so I'll send Bertram and email. 303 British is not even close to dead! PPU, Hornady, Remington, Winchester, Federal, and S&B all still produce the...
 
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