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  1. Shako Badhan

    275 Magnum?

    Does anyone have an experience with this round? I purchased this box of old Kynoch ammunition at a gun show recently for the princely sum of $2, purely out of curiosity. Despite being a self confessed caliber nerd I had never heard of or even seen a rifle in 275 magnum. From what I have...
  2. Shako Badhan

    Selecting a Scope for the Highland Stalker

    Really enjoying my Highland Stalker in 275. I did have a question that some might be able to help me with. I’m going to shoot it with irons for a bit but will be looking to get some glass. I’ve more or less decided on using the EAW mounts but I’m undecided on glass. Right now there are three...
  3. Shako Badhan

    Beretta SO6 for sale

    Up for sale Only on AH for now my Beretta SO6 Sporting model in 12 gauge. The SO6 is Beretta’s premium top of the line sidelock over and under. These are hand built in their custom shop by master gunsmiths on what is widely considered the best sidelock over and under action available. The...
  4. Shako Badhan

    Spring ammo clear out

    Doing a bit of ammo clear out to make a bit more room in my ammo safe. All prices include shipping CONUS. Lot 1. One full box of 9.3x26 286 grain Federal Premium Safari Woodleigh Hydro Solid. $110 Lot 2. 458 Lott partial box (16 rounds) Hornady 500 grain DGX bonded. $80 If there are any...
  5. Shako Badhan

    Nightforce SHV 3-10

    More spring cleaning. Selling a Nightforce SHV 3-10x42 with a illuminated MOAR reticle. It has light marks from being mounted but overall excellent condition. Includes everything it originally shipped with as well as a throw lever. Asking $700 shipped CONUS.
  6. Shako Badhan

    Blaser R8 scope mount for sale

    Doing a bit of spring cleaning and selling a very lightly used 30mm standard QD mount. Excellent condition in the original box. Asking $400 shipped.
  7. Shako Badhan

    Blaser R8 in 9.3x62 for sale

    Up for sale is my Blaser R8 with a green stock receiver and a 9.3x62 standard barrel. I purchased this a bit ago from another member with all components but the stock receiver new/unused. Since then less then 20 rounds fired. All is in excellent condition with light use, just zeroing. All...
  8. Shako Badhan

    Colt Shooting Master

    I decided to finally take the plunge and get a Rigby so clearing out the safe a bit. For sale is a Colt Shooting Master in 38 SPL. These were the finest most hand fitted revolvers Colt ever made, being produced in very lower numbers. Only 3,500 total were produced, with this example being one of...
  9. Shako Badhan

    UNITED KINGDOM: Roe Stalking In The Cotswolds & A visit To John Rigby & Co

    I had hoped my next hunt would be in African. However, a growing and chaotic schedule made that unlikely and so I planned a hunt to coincide with a trip to visit family in the UK. After a bit research I found Tusk and Antler who came highly recommended and I booked a Roe Deer hunt for the hight...
  10. Shako Badhan

    Help me pick my next R8 caliber

    Last year I bought an R8 with 9.3x62 barrel from another AH member. I have been enjoying greatly ever since, it’s just hard to beat. I think the time has come to add another barrel and would appreciate some input. My thinking is to go in one of two directions. Given I already have a medium...
  11. Shako Badhan

    416 Remington Trophy Bonded Bear Claw Ammo For Sale

    For sale two boxes of 416 Remington Magnum 400 grain Federal trophy bonded bear claw. $215 shipped COUNS. Sold my 416 and no longer have need of the ammunition.
  12. Shako Badhan

    Winchester Safari Express In 416 Remington With Schmidt & Bender For Sale

    For sale a great condition Winchester Safari Express in 416 Rem built in New Haven in 2001. The rifle has excellent fit and finish with extremely smooth action and (factory) ported barrel. The rifle has been hunted showing typical signs of use. The scope is a West German Schmidt & Bender 30MM...
  13. Shako Badhan

    Aimpoint T-1 Micro For Sale

    The spring cleaning continues. For sale a lightly used Aimpoint T-1 with the 2 MOA dot, night vision compatible version. Comes with its original low mount, box and papers. Great condition with some very light ware. My only reason for selling is I have a few of these. These are the best (in my...
  14. Shako Badhan

    Revic Stabilizer Hunter Tripod For Sale

    Up for sale REVIC Stabilizer Hunter Tripod. Great bit of kit I bought it planning on doing some long range competition and never used it. Excellent condition with all parts still in the packaging. $400 shipped. https://www.eurooptic.com/REVIC-Optics-Stabilizer-Hunter-Tripod-PD-G2050.aspx
  15. Shako Badhan

    Winchester Model 70 possible crack issue?

    Today I took delivery of a great looking New Haven built Safari Express in 416 Remington that I had been eyeing for over a year. As part of my normal routine with a new rifle I took it apart for a cleaning and inspection and noticed this. It is what appears to be a very faint hairline crack in...
  16. Shako Badhan

    Anyone else practicing with .22 trainers?

    Some time ago I picked up a CZ 457 Jaguar to practice my offhand and off sticks shooting. I have definitely seen a marked improvement in my proficiency. It’s common knowledge that practice with these little guys helps, but I’m still impressed with the results. That fact that it tips the scale...
  17. Shako Badhan

    McMillan Winchester Model 70 Stock For Sale

    For sale McMillan super grade stock for Winchester Model 70 or Model 70 Safari Express. The stock has the standard LOP with a decelerator pad and is in green. It is in excellent condition, used little. Shipped to your door for $250. If you have any questions let me know.
  18. Shako Badhan

    Winchester Safari Express In 375 H&H

    Up for sale Winchester Safari Express in 375 H&H built in New Haven CT in 2004. Sitting in its original wood stock it comes with additional McMillan “super grade” stock in green. The rifle is in excellent condition, not hunted that I can see, and very accurate. Talley bases currently installed...
  19. Shako Badhan

    UK Stag or Roe deer hunt

    I have been finding myself in the UK more recently and was interested in doing some hunting. Can anyone recommend a good stag or roe hunting operation in the UK, preferably in Scotland?
  20. Shako Badhan

    Full Custom AHR 550 In 458 Lott

    Putting up for sale my full custom AHR 550 in 458 Lott. This is a ground up build by Wayne on a CZ 550 action completed in 2012. It is in excellent condition with few handling marks. It feeds and functions well, and will hold 5+1 with the Rigby style bottom metal. As can be seen in the photos it...
  21. Shako Badhan

    Any first hand CZ 600 experience?

    I recently got a chance to put my hands on the new CZ 600 Lux. I was actually impressed with how it felt in the hand an cycled. I’m not sure about the looks yet. It apparently has a semi CRF action which is interesting. I know it had a recall because of the quick change barrel system not...
  22. Shako Badhan

    416 Rem Safari Express input

    I recently found a rifle at a local shop that has peaked my interest. I came across an older (1990s) Winchester Safari Express in 416 Remington Mag. I do have some questions however and was hoping the AH community could help me out. Firstly it was Mag-na-ported, I’ve never owned or fired a...
  23. Shako Badhan

    New James Purdey Quail/ Clays Vest For sale

    New James Purdey quail or clays vest size large. I got it recently and it’s a very nice piece of kit with a removable rear game pocket. It is unused, only selling it because the cut is not right for me. Normally $350, yours shipped for $150. PM me if interested or if you have any questions.
  24. Shako Badhan

    Best 375 H&H factory ammunition for thin skinned game?

    I recently picked up a Safari Express in 375 H&H that came with a synthetic and wood stock. I want to make it my go to all round rifle for all but hunting DG. I was wondering what people’s thoughts were on what would be the best factory 375 H&H ammunition for thin skinned game that is currently...
  25. Shako Badhan

    Pre 64 Winchester Model 70 For Sale

    For sale a great condition pre 64 Winchester standard model 70 in 30-06 made in 1948. I had work performed on it by pre64win who also checked the rifle for any issues. This work included re-barreling from 270 with a better condition period barrel, action blueprint, stock pillar bedding re-bluing...
  26. Shako Badhan

    Blaser 30mm Mount For Sale

    Doing a bit of spring cleaning and found a Blaser mount I am no longer in need of. For sale is a Blaser 30mm high QD mount with all original accessories as well as a set of low rings. It saw little use. I did try and change the rings at one point, don’t know what they use as thread lock at the...
  27. Shako Badhan

    Winchester Mod 70 back from Pre-64

    I recently received my pre 64 model 70 back from Pre-64. I had always liked the pre 64 rifles but didn’t know how well a vintage rifle would hold up in an accuracy dependent. Last year I heard about Pre 64 and decided to find a rifle to send them. Luckily a local shop and just bought a large...
  28. Shako Badhan

    Webley WG Service Revolver For Sale

    For sale my Webley WG revolver. This example is the target model was sold my the well know Scottish gunmaker John Dickson in about 1912. The barrel was factory shortened from 7” to 6” to meet military standards, presumably so it could be carried in the First Word War. At this point in history...
  29. Shako Badhan

    Sources for 2 1/2” 12 gauge ammunition

    I recently decided to get back into shooting and hunting with vintage British shotguns. Since I have been away from this past time it seems the lighter loaded 2 1/2” 12 gauge ammunition has become very hard to come by in the US. A strange fact given they are wildly available in Canada and the...
  30. Shako Badhan

    For Sale Custom Marlin 1895 “Thumper”

    For the lever action fans offered up for sale my Marlin 1895 GBL in 45/70 turned into a Thumper by Mad Pig Customs. This rifle has not been fired and only function check since I got a back from Mag Pig Customs and includes all accessories it was shipped with as if you sent it out. Their current...
  31. Shako Badhan

    I just joined 458 Club

    Hello all, over the last few months I did some gun safe shuffling with the goal of picking up a double. That fell through and I’ve ended up joining the 458 Lott club. I saw this one listed online and pulled the trigger. It was also something of a deal so I couldn’t help myself. It’s a CZ 550...
  32. Shako Badhan

    Counter Poaching In East Africa

    I thought I would share an experience with you all. This past year when I was working in Kenya I had the opportunity to take part in a counter poaching training exercise/ patrol. As most of you will know hunting has been banned in Kenya since 1977. Between 1977 and 2016 wildlife populations...
  33. Shako Badhan

    Combat Optics on Hunting rifles

    Is anyone else using, or has tried using “combat” type lower power 1-6 or 1-4 optics on their medium to larger caliber rifles? I ran the vortex pictured below on my R8 this last deer season just to test the principal and it worked very well. There are a large number of these types of optics on...
  34. Shako Badhan

    Blaser R8 Kilombero For Sale

    Offering up for sale a Blaser R8 Kilombero full kit with two Safari Selous Barrels. This rifle is probably one of the best I have owned and has been extremely reliable and accurate. Very good condition and only shows light handling ware. Included in the kit. Kilombero stock receiver 375 H&H...
  35. Shako Badhan

    Hello and Introduction

    Hello all. I’m a new member posting for the first time. I’ve been an active hunter since I was young and been lucky enough to have some great experiences hunting in North American and Europe. Despite spending a good amount of time working and traveling in Africa I’ve yet to hunt there so I’ve...
 
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