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It will depend on what’s available. I would not set your heart on something they don’t have. My recommendation is to take what trophy animals they have and you get a shot at, instead of just shooting a lesser animal just because it’s on your “list”

Out of curiosity does anyone know if 375 Ruger ammo can be found in Zimbabwe?

The 5kg/11lbs limit, which also includes the case and locks, I am able to get combined 33 rounds of 9,3x62 and 45 rounds of 375 Ruger. Aluminum locks saves some weight. Went with 15 solids for the .375 and 10 for the 9,3X62 incase needed for buff and tiny 10 opportunities. If we need more than...

I live in AK and the others live in UT so no easy way to split the rifles etc. Maybe with prior planning months out and a way to cure my eternal procrastination I could have developed loads and reloaded everything and on a previous trip to visit them should dropped off a rifle or two.....

Yes the 11 pounds is the problem with how many rounds to bring.

They are using my 9,3x62 and my 375 ruger which I have loaded for plains game and buffalo to share. I will have the rifles and ammo with me. I am also bringing a couple bows for myself, so lots of luggage helping new hunters out!

I have an opportunity on a Zim safari for a non-trophy elephant add on to a leopard hunt. Elephant may be a tuskless, a cow, or a PAC. I have a 375 ruger and will be shooting CEB 300 gr safari solids, with either a brain shot if presented or a body shot. No I will not be taking a bigger rife...

As already mentioned it’s all about the twist rate. The new SAAMI spec 25 cal cartridges will have the requirement for probably a 1:7.5 twist barrel as opposed to the older calibers with something around 1:10. Then factory ammo can be loaded for the newer high BC 25 cal bullets

Yes I have found the 286 Hydro to be very long- in the 9,3x62 and where the throat is on my rifle I am unable to fit a max load of powder (59 grs varget) The 232 gr would fit better, and as already mentioned I think the increased velocity will help the concave nose create more wounding… I did...

I wonder if the Hydro works better with more velocity. The shockwave would be bigger. maybe thats why the 180s mentioned on Aus buff works well. I'm sure its going a lot faster than a big bore would push them.

No, I'm not worried about it, neither is the PH at this point. I have spoken to other PH's at this point who do favor following up with solids. I have killed a cape buffalo with a bow and arrow, as have many friends and know they die like anything else with proper placed shots. I am...

I already have the .366” bullets in 286gr in the PP and the green capped Hydro same weight loaded up to 2500 fps which meets the min energy and caliber requirements in Zimbabwe. Based on the responses I will have a PP in for the first shot then most likely try the Hydros. We have 3 hunters and...

That doesn’t look like a question but a statement… And of course I’m using hand loads “hot” above book loading data which is usually conservative for older rifles and lower safe pressures

I think the opposite is the case. The Protected point is to slow down the expansion and allow deeper penetration. The Round nose will expand quickly and transfer the energy quicker at the expense of deeper penetration.

For a buff hunt in Zim I have a 9,3x62 I would like to use. I have loads for both the Woodleigh 286 gr PP and the 286gr hydro capped bullets. What is your recommendation for first shot on a Buffalo? I have read that the Hydro does a lot more soft tissue damage than normal solid bullets, and...

Can you get any 375 Ruger brass? I can’t find it anywhere

I’m planning to hunt a baited leopard with my bow. I have heard a number of opinions on what color light to use- Green, Red, White? - here are some things I’ve read, heard- white light is the easiest to see the target animal, however the animals notice it the most. Red is hardest for predators...

A these legally be hunted with Archery gear? If so what are the requirements? Poundage and arrow weight?

Very tempted. What is the barrel length? And twist rate?

Sorry they were at a local garage sale. If desperate I may part with a box…

Do you know what the advice will be?

I found a deal on a bunch of these bullets. I know they will work great on plainsgame but am wondering about Buffalo? Anyone try them out on Buffalo? I could pair they with a nosler solid…

It would be quite obvious that you can get an arrow so heavy it barely shoots (2500 gr? 5000gr?) the speed would kill the KE to a none lethal level but the momentum would be great! The opposite is also obvious as well with too light. What one needs to find is the optimal performance window for...

No, not 4mm. They break so much easier than even the 5 mm arrows. The only theoretical advantage is less wind drift at long distances due to smaller cross section. Not applicable in most Africa situations. I personally like 5 mm axis arrows with a brass hit insert you could go 340 or 300...

If stopping over night in JNB with firearms I suppose they need to be cleared etc in JoBerg? Or can they be held for the AirLink flight without a SA permit?

Going to Zim in April. Which airlines are currently recommended to get to Harare with firearms from the US? we will be coming from AK and UT.

Works well, unless you need headstamped brass? I have heard some places require that?

Wow, congrats on a Bushbuck with a bow!

I had a cheaper folding chrony that was inconsistent and lighting sensitive. I went with a Magneto speed that work well most of the time. However it is frustrating not being able to sight in, or really test groups due to the POI shift. The MS will also move on my muzzle after shots so can’t...

Bertram Brass will have all the WSM variants for you. I was messing around with a short mag thumper but never moved forward with it (yet)

I am also going in January. Worked best for my schedule and the weather where I live. As mentioned the season is generally Jan-March

I had a Barrett Fieldcraft in my cart multiple times in .243 win for $1,100 clearance. Decided I didn’t really need another deer rifle…. A few months later Barrett announced they were discontinuing all Fieldcrafts and prices doubled! Would have been a perfect caliber in that light weight...

I would paint the black stock in a wetlands camo pattern. Spray paint job if it could be done. I have done a couple rifles I’m just seeing more black left handed shotguns at a better price than the camo ones

If they have black versions of any of these shotguns can you asses the ability to paint the stock?

I haven’t seen one in left. So far the true left hand semi auto ones available are- Fabarm XLR Benelli SBE3 and M2 (some have poi issues) Beretta A400 Win SX4 Franchi Affinity anyone have experience with these?

You can find some loaded ammo, but not component bullets only

I’ve heard good things about that bullet. The huge draw back is they haven’t had it available for reloading in years

I would go 165. I used a 168 ttsx in a 300 wsm for many elk and it did great. Very flat shooting at Africa hunting distances

Benelli is inertia, will have more recoil than a gas operated like Berreta, Remington etc

I just asked Randy Wakeman this exact question- this was his response for the Best semi auto - Fabarm xlr5 https://fabarmusa.com/xlr5-waterfowler-true-timber-viper/I'd call the best. It comes in left hand, I’m looking for a similar shotgun like you for my lefty shooting college son

I don’t think most will be so lucky to ever have the opportunity at a truly old scrum cap bull to worry about it . That’s said a well done Steak is just Wrong!

Which travel agent did your friend use? Who are you using? Thanks

Which agent did you use? Thanks

I had spoken with a hunting travel agent, and so far have not been impressed…. Lack of communication, appeared annoyance at my calls and questions etc. Doesn’t seem like a good fit for me. *update I just got “fired” by the agent because I asked why the same flight was $1200 cheaper on Deltas...

Flying from Anchorage always complicates a flight! I dislike multiple bookings on separate carriers especially if I need a change in the schedule. I almost always will leave earlier if tagged out. (Time=money and a happy wife)

Have not booked yet. Who do you recommend?

I’m looking at a 21 hour layover in Paris enroute to Cameroon. I have the best price on Delta. Does anyone know how how they handle baggage? Especially a rifle during that time? (the travel agent would cost me $1000 extra to use)

Heavier does NOT apply to mono metal bullets. (Limited exceptions apply) Barnes will be just about perfect for your hunt

30: only if I knew then what I know now! Anything younger your Brain isn’t fully developed. There were missed opportunities both business and relationship that I could have done better, and have been retired now at 45 with a happy family. Looks like I’m on track though to be there by 55

This does not explain the situation at all. I have lived in various countries, hunted in many, speak various languages and know a culture for what it’s worth. I have not been to Zim yet. We have a reputable PH Tokolshe saying he was informed that yes HE can get an archery permit for Hippo...