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This should be an interesting hunt, the use of old style clothing has also intrigued me as opposed to the use of modern synthetic wears.

I think the there is typo error in you message. Didn't you mean "Please tell me I am an idiot if I stop looking at such things"

I hunted in Makuya in 2018, behind the red veterinarian fence. I posted a hunting report on it, Hunting with Motsomi in Makuya here on this forum, picture there. I can't get my laptop to transfer any more pictures for some unknown reason at this time. The old bull was all scarred up, heavy...

I wanted to enter my buffalo into this contest but I found out about it later and don't think I would still be eligible, good luck. Old bulls have so much character and IMHO are the real deal.

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It's commonly referred to as an addiction. The most frequent response is denial. It can be treated. But why?

I was told or read somewhere that Rigby designed the 416 case with the shoulder like it is so that it wouldn't require a belt for head spacing. And it gave Roy Weatherby an opportunity to add a propriatay belt.

If I was a betting man, I'll wager that you soon will be reloading

I'm reading this as a heads up to buy any 416 Rigby brass that i can find.

In 2018, I took an old cow, wouldn't wean her two year old calf and wouldn't come back into eustrus, so I guess it was a cull hunt. Because she was a dark as an old stink bull, many of the people that I showed the picture to thought it was bull. She had "canted in horns" so it was a specific...

A quick check on prices and availability in Chinada. Blaser R8 offers at approx 5200.00 Cdn$, basic model with one barrel, Beretta BRX1available at 2100.00 Cdn$. Two different buyer markets targeted. I haven't held or shot either one. FWIW.

Ontario Hunter: Just wondering how you found a responsible Member of Parliament (MP)? I had a similar issue with importation in to Canada. Some political genius thought that all hunting imports now have to go through Toronto only for inspection (Customs, CFIA , Ag Canada) when it used to be any...

I used a 1-4 x 24 Triicon Accupoint. I left it on 1 power for the buffalo at 70 yards. I never changed the power setting on royal sable at !00 yards and giraffe at 80 yards. I saw no need to change anything. The scope had a illuminated dot with a German #4 reticle. It was very easy to shoot with...

Lon: Keep on fighting, the road to recovery may be long but I have every confidence that it will be conquered. God's speed on your journey.

He has everything! That one goes on the wall. The stories he could tell if we could only hear them.

A proper mature bull cashed his last pension cheque

Low fence for Kudu is no fence for Kudu.

grand veneur: Also no mentoring because in my family or circle of friends nobody is interested in hunting. That is truly unfortunate, both for you and the possible ones who you could mentor. I guess it is all about choices.

Did you come up with those thesis all on your own? I think it is pure genius and it hits the nail "smack square on the head"!. Note: I'm at 4.5 to 5.0 right now.

416 Rigby CZ550 with DG scope, because I have one, enough reloading components for the rest of my hunting plans , tried, tested and true. And it works for me

So now, Northern Shooter, continue the journey and take your new love to Africa and enjoy her.

For comparison, that's about $2400. USD. I don't know how this is in current availability in the USA. Prophet River is a reputable gun shop. I have bought from them in the past and always been pleased when dealing with them. USED - WINCHESTER - 375H&H - MODEL 70 SAFARI EXPRESS - GRADE I WALNUT...

That is awesome

Lon: I always enjoy your posts, and see no reason that you won't continue so we at AH can continue enjoy. I don't know or need to know what version of the devil you're wresting with. but I have every confidence and reason to believe that you will beat it. I wrestled with the devil myself 8 years...

1. Yes, business debt (standard business practice) 2. No 3. 0% (fortunate and unexpected inheritance) 4. No 5.Yes 6. Yes (2nd and I had to have a Cape Buffalo) and No ( 3rd: contest winning prize) 7. Yes, health permitting.

Precisely, I personally know of a very experienced hunter and competitive target shooter who sheepishly admitted to me that he did short stroke his rifle on a cape buffalo hunt. That is a real as it can get my friend.

Oh My God, Thank you for sharing:love:

One thing to consider but worth mentioning is that the 375 Ruger in a Ruger rifle has a shorter stroke on the eject reload cycle than the 375 H&H in a CZ550 or BRNO 602 Magnum action. Short stroking a rifle on reload can be a potential life threatening venture and the action on the Ruger is the...

A delicate flower aren't you:giggle:

The only significant difference that really is apparent is that if you shoot left-handed, the Ruger is available for that. A LH 375 H&H is like the Easter Bunny, or a nymphomaniac. I've heard about them, but never met one.

The UN is a complete waste of time and MONEY. All the trackers, skinners, cooks, camp staff and untold ancillary industries, taxidermists, vehicle suppliers, maintenance personnel etc will be left without work, their families will be deprived of the protein that trophy hunting provides for them...

-25 C (-13 F) last night, great for calving out cows, new born calves running around with ear warmers duct taped on, checking cows every three hours in that weather, supposed to be 4 C (39 F) Saturday. And snow for the last three days. It stopped today.

Congratulations on your new acquisition, Except for the grade of wood its identical.You have a true classic calibre in a fine rifle. I had mine glass bedded on the action and ensured that the barrel was free floated, then spent hours working the action while watching buff hunting videos. Mine...

No problem at all with the Ruger, I have a M77 original version and its fine but don't have a Hawkeye so I can't fairly judge, I think their RSM is a very fine action (wished I had one, or better yet, all 3). Actually its just about any 98 Mauser or variation that floats my boat. No issue with...

I followed a very similar script, good things come to those who can wait, Nice Buff

First 59 (2013) accompanied by wife as observer, Namibia PG Second 64 (2018) accompanied by youngest son(hunting PG) ( Makuya RSA (KNP)) DG& PG. Third 65 (2019) accompanied by wife as observer, PG, Eastern Cape. RSA Be prepared to become a repeat offender

CZ 550 BRNO ZKK 602 Ruger No. !

Now that's one fine impressive piggy

I've been a member of SCI since 2012. All three of my hunts in Africa were either directly or indirectly arranged during trips to their main show in either Las Vegas or Reno. A show of their magnitude allowed me to meet and interview PHs and Safari providers, first impressions are paramount to...

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Especially when the person I have in mind doesn't own a DG rifle and acquisition of one for a one time use is IMHO cost prohibitive

I've been to Africa three times and I guess I'm the local authority (LOL), but I have been approached by a fellow that is interested in hunting RSA. I see that you have firearms for rent to clients and I'm curious as to what models and calibre that you have for rent for DG. Reason for asking is...

Congratulations to your Mom, and kudos to you for your efforts to make all of this happen. As our parents get older it is so satisfying to see them to continue to enjoy life and all the great things that this world can offer. Memories for you and your family to enjoy for the rest of your lives...

I think that the only thing missing is the standard line added "BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE. BUY NOW IN THE NEXT 30 MINUTES AND WE WILL DOUBLE THE OFFER, TWO FOR THE PRICE OF ONE, PLUS FREE SHIPPING"

Unfortunately it was pre smartphone video features, would have been crowded in the frontend loader bucket.

Not just wild animals but domesticated can be as well. My first DG hunt A bit long winded but I thought I should share this About 20 years ago I had a very dramatic and eye opening experience that I would like to share with AH members. We run a cow calf beef operation and one of the tasks that...

Welcome back Tubby's Canteen

I've been to Namibia and into Botswana and Zimbabwe in June, adjacent to KNP in June, northern Limpopo in June, and at the Eastern Cape in late November. Mosquitos, what mosquitos. If hunting game was as plentiful as the mosquitos, on all three occasions, I would have come home empty handed. Try...

First off, Nobody got hurt . The PH fulfilled duties and his part of the contract. Yes IMHO the initial shot was a bit high. I don't think anyone can be certain on the PH's rifle calibre. The client got his moneys worth and more. And a story that will last him for a lifetime. I hope that the PH...

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