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Often during the late 70's, usually at Graf, while at MOPP 4, breaking track, I thought to myself; should've joined the United States Chair Force

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I'm thinking of flying from CT next year to this show and I'm curious what another member thinks of this show.

Caprivi

Has anyone ever brought ammo only? No rifle, just ammo...

Show me someone who's never made a bad shot and I'll show you someone who hasn't hunted much...

Breathtaking

Stack a truckload of log length firewood, shoot into the pile for a few years, and then cut and burn in fireplace etc. You'll always have seasoned firewood and the lead is not in the ground

Your ignorance regarding how the world works is breathtaking

Thanks very much much for this thorough and informative post. I have been looking at my stock with a critical eye. I really don't want a synthetic stock however it seems more likely after reading this.

Air Tags for your luggage

If you're going to hunt Africa for the first time, practice shooting from sticks. This skill, or lack of, is the most important factor regarding a successful hunt. No amount of luggage, binos, shoes, or good attitude can help with marksmanship. Only extensive practice will. Any hunter on the...

Wait, that's all wrong The 8 mm has the difficult bore diameter, not the 7mm

I have genuine rifle envy... Regarding the manufacture date, I'm assuming a .318 bore diameter? If it's the .318 bore, would you please share load data? I'm getting ready to begin loading for a commercial Mauser that I believe is around 1912 manufacture date. I'm a novice reloader and I'm going...

Yes, Namibia is hard to beat. South Africa is a tremendous destination and I try to go every year for visiting and hunting with first timers to Africa. However When I brought my wife and daughter to Africa for the first time, it was to Namibia for ALL the tourist activities available in a 10...

It seems that you are on the way to a storied career as a genuine keyboard warrior. In the unlikely event that you need any advice, about anything hunting, there is a wise sage regarding all things hunting residing in Canada also. Ontario I believe. We should be hearing from him soon....

Most people consider a knife as a tool. Others believe that there is a very large tool in Ontario.

I don't remember the actual measurements. I can tell you that the RCBS part number is 56658 for the full length die set, 8mmX57J .318 I was unable to find any bullets instock and available, however I bought some Fox copper and S&B cup and core from GrauWolf in Germany. Shipping is a challenge...

GAOS is a terrific show and I go every year.

I'm in the same situation. I purchased a pre WW1 Oberndorf Mauser that Mark at NECG chamber cast for me to determine the bore diameter, .318 Mark and I were discussing a barrel swap when I found a used set of RCBS dies 8x57 .318 on Guns International. The barrel swap has been cancelled and I'm...

I've hunted the Caprivi with Dagga Boy and it was first rate. David is the PH and he'll be at SCI.

I have always brought gifts for the staff and the PH and family. Once again gifts, in addition to cash tips.

Magnificent

I had to google .318 WR to discover what it was.... I've been on a quest of sorts to load 8x57j with the .318 diameter bore and got a little excited from the .318 heading.

I genuinely didn't know that foreigners could join the NRA...

Of all the outfitters, guides, farms and hunters in Africa, what is it about the Kuche operation that is so polarizing? The fervor displayed by some of the defenders of Kuche is out of place. This level of intensity was also on display in a previous thread regarding the Kuche experience. For...

Wow

Bought a rifle from @dailordasailor , smooth and honest transaction and looking forward to doing so again

I always bring surplus shirts and jackets for the trackers. The US fleece jackets seem to be the most liked item of anything I bring.

In my judgement, whatever problems United may or may not have, the genuine bad actor in this discussion is Newark airport..... Incredibly long waits for baggage check, gate boarding, security, customs and immigration, luggage return, food court etc are not the fault of United I believe. Twenty...

I've been many times, PM if you want to get a coffee in Old Saybrook and ask questions

Welcome to forum from Old Saybrook

Ball bag?

I don't know exactly what it is, but I want one....

Very well written report with great pictures. It's unfortunate but wise to avoid controversy in these hunt reports. One only need look at the recent mess regarding the Kuche hunt reports. Congrats on a great hunt!

In my limited experience, Tactical Navy Truck Drivers are indeed very disrespectful...

Lot's of love for Jennifer however, Darren is now my go-to guy. Darren, thanks for putting together a difficult airline package for my wife and myself to Namibia.

I recently purchased an Interarms Mark X chambered in .375 H&H. The rifle was as new. Bolt face clean and unmarked, deep blue finish and very nice wood. I attempted to mount a Zeiss using Tally mounts but could not align the rings using centers. I then brought it to a Mauser specialist at one of...

Welcome from sunny downtown Old Saybrook

You question the ethics? Are decoys not "bait"? Is a duck call not "enticing"? Done much jump shooting for leopard, coyotes, jackals, bear, hyenas? Done much duck hunting in a Wal Mart parking lot? This way, you're not hunting over a water hole, aka slough. Hunting is "Seek and Destroy"...

How is it possible for this thread to still be active?

Purchased some shoes from Mark Biggerstaff and I;m very pleased with the entire process and hope to do business with him again soon.

I have also done this and it's a good plan for hunters and PH

I spent a night in Afton House in June, rooms were clean and the food was excellent. Dinner and breakfast were included. It's apparently under newer ownership, I never stayed prior to that, so I cannot comment regarding changes. My wife and I will be staying at Afton in a few weeks enroute to...

Okay, here's some thoughts.... I've used 4 different taxidermy studios in Africa and 1 in the US. I've been happy with all of the work done by all 5. The African studios were recommended by the PH we were hunting with. I've recently used True Reflection Taxidermy in Grahamstown, SA and Nyati...

0W16 synthetic motor oil for AR types and auto shotguns.

Yes without reservation, Kevin Thomas is a terrific writer and all his books are worth your time. I will also recommend "Adrift on the Veldt" by Denys Reitz. Not a hunting book but a biography about an amazing life in South Africa and beyond.

I too thought the problem was at my end It's a bit frustrating

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