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  1. Firebird

    Let’s see your pup

    Got “little humper” neutered and hope that solves that particular issue!
  2. Firebird

    Whitetail Hunt 2024

    Nathan Askew-bullet safaris. He had a good deal on whitetails years ago I wish I could have taken advantage of. My memory is slow but I get there!
  3. Firebird

    Whitetail Hunt 2024

    There was a sponsor on here that did guided whitetail hunts when he wasn’t in Africa. He did some podcasts on this site during covid to keep us all going. Maybe someone else can remember who that was. . .
  4. Firebird

    Kudu mounts? Low-ish ceiling

    Most likely Research mannikins-sculpted by Bill Lancaster
  5. Firebird

    Kudu mounts? Low-ish ceiling

    Basically the same form as redleg but mounted on a burnt off cedar stump. Could have cut the stump taller or shorter to accommodate 7 foot 8 inch basement ceiling height. I have a second kudu being mounted that will sit lower than the first bull on the same stump. The beauty of pedestal...
  6. Firebird

    Leupold CDS Feedback

    I use them on several rifles for me and my daughters. I absolutely love them. It is still easier to make small adjustments for temp, elev, etc than on a regular scope. I’ve used them in Africa multiple times on multiple rifles with no issues. If it’s 200 or under I don’t touch it. If it’s...
  7. Firebird

    Gifts for hunting party

    Many ph’s have T shirts, hats or something similar to sell to clients. I bought my wife an embroidered fleece on our last trip and she wears it often on our outdoor trips. You could check ahead and see if that’s an option
  8. Firebird

    North Fork producer

    Pleased to have you on the site, eager to see more places to buy components in the USA!
  9. Firebird

    on a lighter note...

    -be very careful if you have to google “daddy kink” like I had to!
  10. Firebird

    DSC 2025 in Atlanta....are you going?

    I think Marius has been hanging out with my teenagers:LOL:
  11. Firebird

    DSC 2025 in Atlanta....are you going?

    The change in location is a non issue to me but I already have my next safari booked so no reason to go to this one.
  12. Firebird

    UK member

    Greetings Harry-welcome to the site! Very exciting to plan your first African safari, the anticipation surely part of the adventure. Good luck and enjoy!
  13. Firebird

    Greetings from Arizona!

    Welcome from Utah sir-glad you joined us
  14. Firebird

    Well boys, what's your temperature like now?

    Nothing like a sad little cactus in the snow! Spread fertilizer in a snowstorm this morning, will be close to 50 f when I pick up kids at school this afternoon. Must Love spring in the Rockies!
  15. Firebird

    Big Elephant Reportedly Taken in Tanzania

    Craig Boddington’s Tracks Across Africa page 324 hunting with Michel Mantheakis in the Lukwika hunting area explains the “sanitizing” of an elephant kill site by burning the entire area. I view this as respectful to the remaining population-
  16. Firebird

    Big Elephant Reportedly Taken in Tanzania

    Boddington has written about elephant kill sites being burned to keep the local elephant population calm. I’ve also seen it on tv hunting programs several times. But that only happens after the meat and “trophy parts” have been gleaned by ph/hunter and the locals. My guess is the author of the...
  17. Firebird

    found on gun broker Winchester Model 70 375 H&H

    I have a .30-06 pre 64. The original trigger was set at 11 pounds pull! A gunsmith was able to get It to almost 3. I finally conceded that I was never selling the rifle and needed to make it more pleasant to shoot and had a Timney put in. The gunsmith actually bought the original assembly...
  18. Firebird

    Snow Goose Guide Recommendations

    Eaglehead Outfitters-originally Arkansas but have moved to the dakotas following the migration. Can provide you a phone number if you need. I’ve done bunch of taxidermy for a guide that works for them.
  19. Firebird

    Financially ready for a Safari?

    The spouse part is interesting because even tho mine doesn’t hunt, she does want to come with me when I do. So I pay airfare and daily rates and she just enjoys the view. Maybe cheaper to go without her but maybe I am happier to have her along. College age kids are expensive even with some...
  20. Firebird

    on a lighter note...

    My mother would still wash his mouth out with soap. . .
  21. Firebird

    Financially ready for a Safari?

    1. Small or no credit card debt. Yes vehicle payment 2. Yes mortgage 3. 10-15 percent plus extra when it comes available 4. No 5. Yes 6. No-a safari every 4-5 is more likey 7. Yes but not indefinitely
  22. Firebird

    Hello from Nevada

    Welcome from Utah, glad you have a trip planned, will be looking forward to a report after you go
  23. Firebird

    Two Hearts, One Passion

    I finished it awhile ago. It starts off a bit slow then gets pretty interesting. I was fascinated that the Cabela family weren’t hardcore hunters when they started their business. Also read open mouthed about their first trip and the ph had them shooting sub par or non trophy animals just to...
  24. Firebird

    SOUTH AFRICA: Wild Wildebeest Lodge August 2023 Hunt Report

    Welcome to the site. I was in Greensboro when they were building the coliseum-loved that and the concord areas. Thanks for sharing your hunt with us, some fun taxidermy coming your way!
  25. Firebird

    Fire N the Hole 330 Broadhead Test

    Agree-I was thinking more about the head
  26. Firebird

    Sue Tidwell's book on audio

    The review is there, slightly edited to exclude the gun. . .
  27. Firebird

    Rifles for sale at my local gun store if you are looking 375HH or Ruger No 1s

    My good friend used to work for the forest service in Ennis-he had a neat little house near the lake (I assume there are more than one) but the one time I visited him I loved the area. Beautiful place for certain. Thanks for the heads up on the rifles-
  28. Firebird

    Fire N the Hole 330 Broadhead Test

    Failure was predictable and expected. Maybe turkeys or small game? I suspect this broadhead is marketed to the zombie hunter crowd. . .
  29. Firebird

    I will be going to Africa!!!

    Congratulations and. Add the kudu!
  30. Firebird

    New Grizzly 450 Cooler

    I have several coolers and the biggest will hold elk quarters lengthwise. It has rubber feet so it doesn’t slide in my truck bed but isn’t so tall that my lockable hard top bed cover still functions. A fresh quarter will melt ice so it still needs to get replaced once in awhile. Also if you...
  31. Firebird

    So I built a Book/gun case

    Beautiful work!
  32. Firebird

    Best practice vs good enough for hunting

    A primer pocket cleaning brush also clears the flash hole of metallic cleaning products or cob type cleaners. Gotta make sure your hole is clean after you tumble Your brass!
  33. Firebird

    How do you sharpen your knife?

    Ive started carrying the Havalon knife with replacement blades-lightweight, sharp enough for caping and cheap to replace blades. Several versions available. I do have a couple fixed blade knives for heavy work and a bone saw. I have my knives professionally sharpened when I get home.
  34. Firebird

    RSA - Flights for September 1st - 10 Day Hunt

    Have only used Gracy Travel and always been pleased with them. I take my own guns and they handle that very well. I’ve flown delta out of salt lake with a stop in Atlanta without issue. South African airlines out of New York but they are gone now. I do upgrade the seating to as much as I can...
  35. Firebird

    Leupold dove tail base loosening

    Second the move to Talley. I have never had trouble with leupold rings and bases but I have gotten away from the dovetail style as much as possible-good luck!
  36. Firebird

    on a lighter note...

    Yukon ridgeback?!
  37. Firebird

    The Story Of How The White Stag Came To Live In The Czech Republic, Where He Can Still Be Found Today

    Like a charolais bull with antlers! A beautiful animal, I hope they continue to maintain and improve these special animals
  38. Firebird

    Alternatives to wired transfers of money

    I use Wells Fargo and they also charge around $40 fee. But you can do wires through the Wells Fargo website for up to $50 thousand all by yourself for free.
  39. Firebird

    In memoriam - Tanzanian White Hunter & Game Ranger Terry Irwin Passes Away

    Thanks HH for bringing this to our attention and Ivw for the link. I secured a copy of his book on eBay just now and look forward to reading more about this man and his legacy.
  40. Firebird

    Buffalo & Kudu Hunt - $10,000 All Inclusive

    My wife is a non hunter ans doesn’t love animals the way I do BUT she wasn’t going to miss a vacation either. She hunted with us several days and did some of the stalks or hung out in the high rack on the truck with the tracker while we did harder/longer stalks. Some days she really did sit by...
  41. Firebird

    Buffalo & Kudu Hunt - $10,000 All Inclusive

    We are normally there during the rugby championships and ithat has rubbed off on me-now I watch them here at home as well. My wife is a baseball fan in the states and cricket held some fascination for her-I think she just Wik’s accent as he explained it to her. Cricket balls made great...
  42. Firebird

    Thank you from a new member

    Welcome sir, glad you joined the ranks and look forward to reading about your future exploits
  43. Firebird

    New toy

    I’ve only had mine awhile but the ease of set up and use is amazing. Can shoot at targets and measure velocity at the same time and without any hassle-wonderful tool
  44. Firebird

    Monster bushbuck

    The equivalent of a scrum cap buffalo?! That is one very impressive ram-congrats to the ph and Hunter
  45. Firebird

    Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

    Beyoncé is beautiful AND talented and looks great mostly naked. But country isn’t what it used to be and when did you have to be in your underwear (or less) to make a video?! And I’ll give lizzo props, wicked talented and creative, NOT what I want to look at or really listen to, but yes...
  46. Firebird

    First trip to Africa with partner

    ANY of the ph’s on here will be able To accommodate your desires. I recommend hunting with someone for afew days and having them give you a tour of one of the many animal viewing parks or Victoria falls or something similar. Hot air balloon rides. Bungee jumping, horseback trips, wine tours...
  47. Firebird

    Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

    Just goes to show how far down country music has slid- The videos tend to be like soft porn with some singing involved.
  48. Firebird

    Buffalo & Kudu Hunt - $10,000 All Inclusive

    Hi Herb, have you checked out their website? Under the “accommodation” tab there are lots of photos of their respective lodging areas. My wife went with me on the last trip there and felt very comfortable watching cricket in the lodge or soaking up some sun by the pool. . .
  49. Firebird

    Best options under $1500

    I’ve had more problems with beretta over under stocks than any other brand hands down. I won’t own another beretta. Currently I have a very old and well used citori 16 ga and a Franchi 20 in o/u. I have another Franchi 16 ga o/u on order. BUT go swing a half dozen and see how you like the...
 
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