For a couple of seasons I hunted with a beautiful V.C Roundbody double in .500 N.E.
A stunning rifle that shot incredibly well and I managed to pull off some spectacular shots with it.
It really left an impression on buffalo.
Unfortunately for me I just couldn't come to terms with carrying that much weight around every day, a situation that was compounded when trophy capes and heads had to be recovered far from anywhere a vehicle could reach. In the end I sold it to someone who would appreciate it more than me.
For the last 5 years of my guiding career, and right up to current day, I hunt buffalo with a M70 chambered in .500mdm, the brainchild of our own forum member Michael458.
It's not .505 nor .510 but a true .50cal, necked up on the .375RUM case.
I've used this combo on many buffalo, and other bovines, in varying situations and it's absolutely stunning in performance.
Packaged in a relatively light, just over 8lbs, and short platform it's a pleasure to carry all day and performs like a champion in the heat of battle.
One day, after witnessing me sort out a couple of problem bulls that were giving the local community some issues, my Elder Traditional Owner, referencing my rifle, said "him make-em sit down real quick, Eh".
