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  1. DmacD

    Long haul seat selection

    Take a look at SeatGuru.com. They have seat maps of the different airlines and the configurations they use. Type in your airline, departure date, and flight #. Then, confirm from the list at the top left of the screen that the same plane as yours has been selected (eg; A350 .vs A380) It's kind...
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    Who hunts with O/U double rifles, especially Bergstutzen?

    I just picked up a Valmet 412s over/under with a set of .308/.308 barrels, and a 20ga/20ga barrel set as well. Not hunted it yet, but got the rifle barrels regulated quite nicely just last week.
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    Valmet 412s .308 Double Rifle

    The idea of the Brenneke slugs had not occurred to me. I've never tried them before. That might open up it's usefulness even more......
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    Valmet 412s .308 Double Rifle

    Thanks, yes those are 1" squares, at 100 meters. The Valmet has a pretty easy system for regulation. A wedge half-way down the barrels for vertical, and another at the muzzles for horizontal. I was pretty pleased to get that group out of it. The stock in rifle form fits me very well. In shotgun...
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    Valmet 412s .308 Double Rifle

    Some time ago I asked the Forum members if they had any knowledge of this double rifle system. The rifle in question was chambered in 9.3x74R. It was located across the country, and I just couldn't swing a deal with the owner. I've had a hankering for a double rifle for quite some time, but my...
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    MOZAMBIQUE: Fantastic Hunt With Legadema Hunting & Safaris

    I too, am interested in this outfitter, and in Mozambique in general. Has anyone hunted with Legadema, and has dealt with Mr. Botha? Please feel free to fill me in on your experiences, either here in the Forum, or in a PM. Thanks
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    What is a must-have for Christmas?

    Christmas at Fire Station #3 with my work family this year. The boys are in the kitchen, whipping up something undoubtedly bad for me, yet so good for the soul!! They like to take care of their Captain! We'll run a few calls, I'm sure, might even catch a house fire (seem to get one around...
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    Let’s play a game, shall we

    Bingo!
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    Let’s play a game, shall we

    This one is a Pig Oiler. Hogs would rub themselves against the roller to keep the flies at bay.
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    Let’s play a game, shall we

    Not quite, think livestock......
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    Let’s play a game, shall we

    They do indeed spin, but you put oil in the reservoir, nor water.
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    Let’s play a game, shall we

    I'll throw my entry into the ring.
  13. DmacD

    Zeiss V4 1X4 Illuminated

    Thanks BC Tal. I'll check them out.
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    Zeiss V4 1X4 Illuminated

    Christ, I wish they would ship to Canada.......
  15. Hunting Whitetail Deer Canada

    Hunting Whitetail Deer Canada

  16. Hunting Whitetail Deer Canada

    Hunting Whitetail Deer Canada

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    Kynoch 404 Jeffrey ammo

    12 minutes....... wow!
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    Whitetail deer season 2023-2024

    Nov. 10, 5pm, on the shores of Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada. This beauty came crashing through the hawthorn thicket right at me. He caught a whiff of my scent, snorted, then took off. I caught him mid-body while he was on the run, and the bullet exited just behind the opposite side front...
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    Wanted Premium 9.3 Bullets (For Reloading) In Canada

    Hey Just a Dude, You could try X-reload in Quebec
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    Best Sticks for Tall Guys?

    Do you happen to know if anyone imports these to North America? Canada would be great, but I'd settle for someone offering them in the U.S.
  21. DmacD

    Moose Hunting 101

    I second HankBuck and AimSmall suggestion on Newfoundland. There are more moose there than people on the Rock. Trophy quality does not match that of Alaska or the Yukon, but in terms of getting an authentic experience, Newfoundland is hard to beat. The locals are friendly, as in, give you the...
  22. DmacD

    .404 Jeffery bullets - What Have I Got?

    Bingo!
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    .404 Jeffery bullets - What Have I Got?

    I think we have a match...... Thanks!
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    .404 Jeffery bullets - What Have I Got?

    Thanks for that Mark R. I am a novice reloader, so still learning the ins and outs of each brand.
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    .404 Jeffery bullets - What Have I Got?

    Thanks Sootist43. They certainly look more Hornady than the other two do.
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    .404 Jeffery bullets - What Have I Got?

    Here are the other two types I received, the Trophy Bonded Sledgehammer, and the Woodleigh Weldcore. The diameter of each is .422, and they all weigh 400gr. Can't measure length right now, but they all look to be about the same. Was hoping someone could let me know what I have before I load them.
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    .404 Jeffery bullets - What Have I Got?

    The unknown projectiles also weigh 400gr. They most definitely are soft points though.
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    .404 Jeffery bullets - What Have I Got?

    Hello All, I have been scrounging around for anything .404 Jeffery up here in Canada. I bought an auction lot that included; 1 box-Trophy Bonded Sledgehammer Solids 1 box-woodleigh Weldcore SN Additionally, a bag of 50 or so mystery projectiles were included. They weigh 400gr, and measure .422...
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    Old School Buffalo Hunting With BAYLY SIPPEL SAFARIS In 2024

    I hunted with Dempsey, Michael and their team in 2022 for plains game. I had a fantastic time, and they made sure I had an authentic African experience. I learned so much from the team, (tracking specifically) I am really hoping to return to them in 2025 for a Buffalo of my own.
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    First Time Hunt Offer On AH! Free Range Mountain Hunting In The Soutpansberg!

    Dempsey, Michael and the team put on one hell of a good hunt! This one sounds like a pretty good challenge as well!
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    I seek the advice of the brain trust - Of lefties

    I second the Zastava left hand action as well, for a budget friendly starting point. Perhaps a completed rifle in 9.3x62 or .300 Win Mag, that could be tweaked and polished to his liking at a reasonable cost. There are a few around on the Canadian gun auction sites ( Kidd, Ward's, Landsborough...
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    Leupold VX-4.5HD SERVICE RIFLE 1-4.5X24 CDS-ZL2 FireDot Bull-Ring

    Ah, I had not considered the exposed turrets. Maybe an issue, maybe not. Thanks for the heads-up on the possible lighted reticle as well Mike70560. I have two Leupold VX-R and one Meopta scope with lighted reticles, and neither of then cause me any issue, but the heaviest calibre is only a...
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    Leupold VX-4.5HD SERVICE RIFLE 1-4.5X24 CDS-ZL2 FireDot Bull-Ring

    I had to do the same with a magazine floor plate for a CZ 550. The only reasonable option was to have the father of a fried receive it at his vacation home in Arizona, and bring it back with him in the spring.
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    Leupold VX-4.5HD SERVICE RIFLE 1-4.5X24 CDS-ZL2 FireDot Bull-Ring

    The authorities in Canada don't care what gets mailed to me, as long as they get their taxes out of it first. The same scopes are sold here, but at a much inflated rate. It's the U.S. authorities that will stop a scope at the border. Something about a lighted reticle gets their panties in a...
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    Leupold VX-4.5HD SERVICE RIFLE 1-4.5X24 CDS-ZL2 FireDot Bull-Ring

    Yes, BeeMaa, I know what I want; 1-4, 1-5 or 1-6 magnification range, a simple set of crosshairs ( I really like the German #4) and a lighted reticle of some kind. I don't want junk, but cannot afford the top of the line either. Something mid range or better than mid range if on sale. This seems...
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    Leupold VX-4.5HD SERVICE RIFLE 1-4.5X24 CDS-ZL2 FireDot Bull-Ring

    Thanks for the reply, and your opinion mdwest. The simple answer of why I'm looking at the VX4.5 is availability and economics. The VX4.5 can be had for $1300-$1400 CDN, used, (depending on my negotiating skills) There is a VX5 1-5x new, available in Alberta, but will be $2200 CDN by the time...
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    Leupold VX-4.5HD SERVICE RIFLE 1-4.5X24 CDS-ZL2 FireDot Bull-Ring

    Hi All, I'm trying to figure out if this scope might be suitable on a Dangerous Game rifle - specifically my BRNO ZKK 602 chambered in .404 Jeffery. My main concern would be durability. Would this scope stand up to the rigours of the .404 Jeffery recoil? The magnification seems about right...
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    What's the next cartridge your looking to add to your collection and what role will it fill?

    I'm not stuck on any particular caliber, but it will for sure be a small bore double rifle of some kind. Maybe in 7 or 8mm, a 9.3, or if I could find one in .303 British, that would really get me to crack open my wallet.
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    Viper-Flex Shooting Sticks

    I used the Viper Flex sticks on my last safari, they belonged to my PH. This was the first time I had seem them, and had the choice of these or of using a traditional set. I opted to try the Viper Flex, as they seemed to work well during the sighting in process (borrowed rifle as well). It took...
  40. DmacD

    9,3 mm 258 gr RWS H-Mantel

    I'm going to give some of these a try this September hopefully, on northern Ontario Moose. I'll try and post some results (if successful, fingers crossed!)
  41. DmacD

    Am I being scammed? Import into Toronto

    I'll send you a PM.
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    Am I being scammed? Import into Toronto

    I did the same thing in 2018, Windhoek to Toronto, did it all myself. I too incurred additional storage fees because of CBSA issues. My trophies arrived on a Tuesday, I was aware of this, but did not get to the airport until Thursday (I'm only an hour away from Pearson, in Waterloo). Got there...
  43. DmacD

    Unusual find

    I use a modern version of that same bullet in my Swede, and yes, it does penetrate like crazy! 156 gr PPU soft point, accurate in my CZ 550, and hits nice and hard.
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    Best binos with rangefinder

    I have a pair of the Meopta MeoPro Optika 6 HD range finders in 10x42. I really like them, and for the price, hard to beat.
  45. DmacD

    .404 Jeffery - To Scope or Not to Scope?

    Yes, eye relief is going to be a consideration. Thanks!
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    .404 Jeffery - To Scope or Not to Scope?

    My rifle, a BRNO, sports the pop-up peep sight, but even though it is a good system, I don't believe that I could use it effectively against a black hide in a low light situation. If I do decide to add a low powered variable, it will definitively have an illuminated red dot!
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    TIA - THIS IS AFRICA

    The Toyota Land Cruiser Hearse. When you absolutely gotta get to the cemetery, no matter where it is.
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    .404 Jeffery - To Scope or Not to Scope?

    I have my eye on South Africa, looking at a 2025 date, but nothing carved in stone as of yet. Of course, I would consult any prospective PH regarding what to expect in regards to the terrain and shooting conditions.
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    .404 Jeffery - To Scope or Not to Scope?

    You paint a good picture zephyr, it gets my hunting juices flowing! Yes, this is exactly the kind of scenario that I can see would test our equipment choices.
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    .404 Jeffery - To Scope or Not to Scope?

    That was my thought too, irons, red dot, and low power variable. Redundancy = options I would think.
 
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