Recent content by Smitty

I have only been to Africa 2X, both times with a Tikka 7mm RM. First trip, I used the exact same bullet you are shooting, Barnes 160s factory loads. The second time was using Barnes 168 LRX bullets. I shot 2 Kudu, Blue Wildebeest, Waterbuck, Sable, Zebra twice, and all the usual game...

Welcome aboard!

Thumbs up on the Tikka! I started with Tikka because they have a good selection of Left handed chamberings. I stayed with Tikka because they are accurate, actions are smooth, and the trigger is great. I have 4 or 5 Tikkas. My profile picture has a Tikka rifle in it. My Tikka 7 mag has been...

I would recommend Derian Koekemoer Safaris in Limpopo area. They are just outside the fence of Kruger National Park. I hunted with them this last spring, and I am 65. They can accomodate you. Their properties were fairly flat and you can spot and stalk from the vehicle if needed. Feel free...

@yukonspirit: I am glad things did eventually work out for you. It is very tough when you haven't been somewhere and are not familiar with the area, permits, etc. When I was dealing with the Florida partner, I did my best to reach out here on AH when I had concerns. I will say I was very...

I had a problem on BookYourHunt last year, with the same outfitter! It involved charging booking fees and the quoted price changing by several thousand dollars. I sent BYH( bookyourhunt) the whatsapp conversation and Elephant Trails was removed from the site..... less than a week later they were...

I am really enjoying your report so far! Especially the difference between your Father's attitude and yours! It makes me laugh because it is very similar to mine and my father's outlook. Keep it up! Great job with the report.

Good Idea.

I have had this problem with 2 rifles lately. First with a 6.5 creedmoor and also with a 6.5 x47 Lapua. Long story short, with today's tight chambers, it is more common to have dies that fail to re-size enough from mid case down to base. You can order a "small base die" from Redding or RCBS in...

Thank you for your report! I enjoyed it very much. I am glad you had such a fantastic trip.

I just went on a cow buffalo hunt about 3 months ago. I went with Derian Koekemoer Safaris near Kruger National Park. It was on properties that were mostly flat and would be well suited for people my age. :) Here is a link to the video of my hunt. The hunt report on AH as well...

Sorry, Sabre. I just found your post. The videographer is an independent company, Action&Wild Productions. Kristin Erasmus is her name. She is also a licensed PH and was fantastic at spotting game. I was the first client for her with DK Safaris. I believe she has filmed at least 2 more...

I am sure you will have a blast! Her name is Kristin. She is also a licensed PH and spotted game like crazy. She is the one who spotted my Waterbuck.

Thank you. And thank you for your time before my trip. You and your video were very helpful to me for making my decision.

This is a link to the video I received from DK Safaris from my hunt. I hope you all enjoy it!