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    How has Everyone’s Hunting Season at Home been?

    We found some of that “white gold” in ID. So we packed a little out. About mile 8, we couldn’t remember why... It’s just too bad there wasn’t any meat attached to it.
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    How has Everyone’s Hunting Season at Home been?

    First year in a while that we were completely skunked. We had a half dozen tags going into the hunt, but didn’t fill any... and that’s hunting. It was an epic camping trip. Chartered a flight into a backcountry dirt airstrip for an ultralight backpack hunt. We landed in 4” of snow at 5k ft and...
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    The first two are odd ducks, but were added into the collection due to the era they were introduced and how they were used. You got the .500 Jeff. Last two are the .577 and .600 Nitro Express.
  6. Random Cartridges

    Random Cartridges

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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    Bumping the thread to keep the project alive. With some help, I've added a few random cartridges in no particular order. And finally grabbed some big thumpers. :)
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    What First Spurred Your Interest in Africa?

    We had Hatari recorded off cable TV on a VHS tape. Hatari was after The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance. The other side of the tape had The Longest Day, and True Grit. That sums up my childhood. Looney Toons on Saturday morning. John Wayne on Saturday night. The tape with Hatari on it was worn out...
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    USA: Wyoming Pronghorn Hunt With SNS Outfitters Sept 2018

    I hunted with SNS a few years back in unit 73 staying at the same lodge. I had the same experience as you did. Very nice buck and report!
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    Employing my son to sand on the salvaged wood. It's older than dirt and hard as a rock. I'm going to be putting a list together of cartridges I'd like to pick up. The hardest to find, might be the old brass Bores.
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    A very naive question about Winchester Model 70 Safari Express .375 H&H

    My Winchester Safari Express in .375 H&H is a humble rifle. But make no mistake, I’m very proud of it.
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    Comment by 'CLICKBANGBANG' in media 'Elephant Skin'

    It looks like you’ve found my plan. I’ll leave a link for others. ;) https://www.africahunting.com/threads/what-calibers-would-be-needed-for-a-proper-dangerous-game-cartridge-display.40865/
  13. Elephant Skin

    Elephant Skin

    .400 H&H for size comparison.
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    .400 H&H Bullet on Elephant Skin

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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    After many months of construction on the farmhouse, I'm finally back at a few of my projects. Like this DG cartridge display. While the construction nearly cost my sanity and well-being, punching the numbers said it was cheaper and easier to keep the wife happy than to put off the work any...
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    Recent Elephant Poaching in Botswana

    Because if you get a vasectomy, your neighbor will stop having kids. -Liberal Logic.
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    Shooting accuracy

    I'd add to this thought. Go to a dollar store or Walmart and get some bright colored party paper plates. I like the bright pink. Also easy to find in the crosshairs, and much cheaper than premium shooting targets. Most small plates are 7-8 inches in diameter. If you hit it at all anywhere on the...
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    Which dies for 416 Rigby?

    All of my dies are RCBS. They are semi local to me here in northern California. I've even worked for RCBS on their building. That's how I acquired my reloading setup. I snuck in a trade for some reloading stuff. I'll say that RCBS customer service is top shelf in every regard. Huntingtons next...
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    Show your Win Mod 70 Safari or Super Express

    Humble submission to the club. Safari Express in .375 H&H. Talley QDs, and a Sightron Stac 2–10.
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    My venture into the World of double rifles 470 NE and 9.3x74R

    Congratulations on the double guns! That .470 is beautiful. Good to hear your 9.3 seems to be shooting well. Is it the Big 5 or EDL? I’d love to see a picture if it’s not too much trouble. There aren’t many to see around, and I haven’t been able to find one to see in person either.
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    Winchester .375 question

    I looked at both the 550 and M70 side by side just to see if the CZ would stand out. I’m much more familiar with the Winchester control feed action. And I like the nostalgia behind the Winchester brand. I was already leaning that way mostly for the first reason . Both the CZ and the Win looked...
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    I've also contacted @gizmo to get elephant leather for a backdrop to the shelves I'm going to build.
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    I gifted myself a few more cartridges before the window to ship ammunition directly to oneself into this gun unfriendly state closes. It's unfortunate to live in such a beautiful state when your vote might as well be punched into toilet paper. Up here in the northern part of the state, we are...
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    Input wanted from owners of new production Model 70 Safari Express rifles

    I picked one up early in the year. I really like it and can’t wait to shoot it. That’s about all I can comment right now. The Win M70 is a great gun. I like the build and feel of this rifle. If it had been available in a Super Grade, maybe I would have gone that routd to get the gloss metal and...
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    My Daughters archery whitetail

    Wow! Congrats to your daughter. Awesome animal. That buck looks more alive mounted on the wall, then when he was “freshly not alive”. Nice work on the mount. I recently bought my first bow to try out in 2018. I doubt I’ll do very well with it. Because if it wasn’t for bad luck, I’d have no...
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    Trophy living room progress

    The mounts are amazing. Fine representation of what I’m sure were really amazing hunts. You’ve utilized the space really well and may need that larger room sooner than later if you keep having successful hunts like those. But why is your wine cooler so empty? This is serious cause for concern...
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    Spotting scope photos without Phoneskope

    Touch up your shots with a little. I ended up taking better shots with the phone through my binos than the phone scope was able to do through the spotter.
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    Sold! I might try to message you here in a bit. Thank you for the offering to my collection.
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    That’s a good idea. I’ll look into a club to see what connections I can make. Thanks.
  30. Aoudad European Skull Mount Taxidermy

    Aoudad European Skull Mount Taxidermy

  31. South West Texas Aoudad Hunt

    South West Texas Aoudad Hunt

    Not a hunt near my home, but it was stateside. South West Texas Aoudad. You can see Mexico in the far distance. The Rio Grand is in the valley direct behind the ram and I. Very challenging hunt, which made it very rewarding. Hiked 32 miles total in three days in 90 degree heat. I had a really...
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    Thank you for the offer! Very generous of you and I would take you up on this. Some of these cartridges are hard to come by, so I jump on the opportunities that present themselves. But I’m keeping this collection to live ammunition.
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    Very nice collection. Thanks for the picture. You have three that I’m missing. I’ve added them to my “big list” And will look around for them.
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    Holy Coke can Batman! I’ll have to look around for some bore cartridges. Very cool. Thanks for sharing. Added to my hit list. The .500 Nitro is a given and I’ve been on the lookout for one. But I hadn’t even thought of the .500/416 variant.
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    How has Everyone’s Hunting Season at Home been?

    They are a very cool critter. What a tough beast. Ever since I saw a picture of a Aoudad from a hunt and the scenery they live in (SW TX desert), I was conspiring to hunt the cliffside mountain for a sheep of my own. It took quite a while to make it happen. I feel privileged to have been able to...
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    How has Everyone’s Hunting Season at Home been?

    Not a hunt near my home, but it was stateside. South West Texas Aoudad. You can see Mexico in the far distance. The Rio Grand is in the valley direct behind the ram and I. Very challenging hunt, which made it very rewarding. Hiked 32 miles total in three days in 90 degree heat. I had a really...
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    With studying these calibers I seek them out, it is interesting what will push a specific grain bullet to its speed.
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    I’ve looked at these! They make some nice displays. But it lacks the ability to pick up and hold the cartridges. When you hold the 470 No2, you get a feel as to the size. Same with all of the large bores. The other biggest thing is to add to the kits. And I really think the backdrop of a...
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    I’ve already checked with my local sources about the 400 H&H and came up empty with no restock coming soon. I think the caliber in itself is very interesting. Good velocity with a 400 grain bullets. I bet that Woodleigh finds its target with authority. But finding singles of ammo in non common...
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    I thought about the 45-70, but just didn’t bring one out for the picture. I’m surprised to see so many new manufacturered double guns chambered in 45-70. At inexpensive prices too. I might look into finding the -90 and -110 as well. They’d make a nice looking trio. But I think the Model 1869 up...
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    What calibers would be needed for a proper dangerous game cartridge display?

    While waiting for my first trip to Africa, I’ve been collecting a few cartridges for a dangerous game caliber collection. But I think I’ve still got a few to chase down. So I’m asking here to see what might be missing. What is your favorite DG caliber? What odd cartridge would you put in a DG...
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    300 H+H 220 grain round nose loads wanted

    What bullet are you using? I’d always start with published load data by the bullet or powder manufactures. Alliant publishes R22 in the link below for Speer 180 and 200 grain bullets in 300 H&H...
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    Early October Hunt

    What state or states will you be in? How much time will you have to give to hunting? Will you be interested in using the services of a guide or outfitter? Anything particular that you have an interest in? There is a ton to do in October. I hope you are able to hunt. I believe the US still has...
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    Football... who needs it

    Just finished preparing the hardware for tomorrow's events. I'm heading to my range that I've built at my good friends farm near my property. I've been advised to be prepared for a quite long shot on my next hunt, and have worked the 7mm Rem Mag range data out to 300. Tomorrow we will work from...
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    Perugini & Visini DR, 458 Lott

    I hate seeing, "Reserve not met". I'm guessing the seller is motivated after not getting any inquiries on the GI listing. So it goes in GB for a slightly lower reserve. Same gun in link below for $48,200.00...
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    Professional Hunter Gun Safety

    I've seen more than anyones share of gsw's... It's a bloody subject topic... I will expect the fine members in the AFH community to take firearm safety seriously when it is heartedly advised. Thank you.
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    USA: Aoudad Hunt At The Rockin G Ranch

    Looks like you worked for your ram. Nice job. I'm sure you'll get a great looking mount. I wish we had an aoudad ram in the shot placement guide.
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    My next rifle, 35 Whelen?

    The 35 Whelen has more felt recoil than the -06 (in equal rifle weight). The Whelen hits more in both recoil energy and recoil velocity. Not much but it's there. If the .30-06 hits you hard, I wouldn't go up any more. Maybe install a mercury reducer in the stock Of the 30-06. And stop shooting...
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    Spotting scope photos without Phoneskope

    Good picture of a very nice ram. I've got an aoudad hunt coming up shortly. I'm very exited to go see some sheep and love looking at pictures of them. I've got the Swaro ATS 65 with the Phonescope for iPhone 6. The pictures were no better than yours. I'll be using a iPhone 7 this year in the...
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    Anyone have experience with a Sabatti BIG 5 EDL

    I made the mistake of acquiring a few dangerous game caliber cartridges for my son and I's small Cartridge collection... Shortly thereafter holding a .450 NE, I find myself on Guns International clicking links that say, "Merkel", and "Heym". Also running searches on Gun broker with similar...
 
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