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    Sporting Clays - Caesar Guerini Summit Sporting

    I came close to getting a Caesar Guerini, but ended up staying with Beretta. In the price range you are looking at, you should consider the Beretta 694. They offer it in several clay gun options and barrel lengths and it has been very well reviewed by lots of folks on youtube. I will admit...
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    Model 70 Range Day

    Congratulations on a great set of Model 70's. I'm a big fan of the rifle and have the Safari Express 375H&H, 300 winmag Super Grade Maple, and 270Win Super Grade. I also use Leupold firedot scopes on all of them.
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    New and pristine or used with patina?

    Patina is cool, especially if you are the one who hunted with the rifle/shotgun and put the patina on it.
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    Favorite animal hunt

    In Africa, Cape Buffalo. There's something more intense about hunting an animal in its own territory that no only can kill you, but will if it gets a chance. However, I have to say that I look forward to opening day of dove season in Texas probably more than anything else. It's usually a...
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    Rifle Actions (Ranked)

    The question almost requires a mixture of apples and oranges. Doubles are designed for a specific purpose. Bolt actions are more versatile. But here are my humble opinions: Bolt Actions: Damn near any rifle with a Mauser 98, then the more affordable American copy, i.e. the Model 70--and I don't...
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    Like New Chapuis Elan Classic 470 NE

    Great price on a great double. Very tempting to a Chapuis fan like me.
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    Preparing for 1st Safari

    Welcome and best of luck on your upcoming trip. Unless you are grossly overweight or out of shape, you will be fine if you just do some walking--at least a few miles a couple of times a week before you leave. I've hunted Limpopo 4 times and you will be doing a lot of walking and carrying your...
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    .416 for plains game?

    Like some of the other posters above, I used my 416 Rigby Big Game on zebra, roan, buffalo, and even an impala ram that wandered close to a bush blind when we were looking for kudu. It works just fine if you don't have to shoot very far.
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    Good morning

    Welcome! Lots of us Texans on here.
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    AUSTRALIA: Just Returned From Aussie Buffalo Hunt

    I recommend Aaron Corbett at Australian Outback Buffalo Safaris. He was supposed to be at DSC in Dallas last week, but was in a wreck near Texarkana and ended up in hospital--but he's recovering and should be at Nashville for SCI. He will put you on a great bull. As I said in my report above...
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    Wanted 470 NE Factory Ammo

    If you want Federal, you will have to order from their website in the custom shop section. Last time I looked most, if not all, of the usual stuff shows as unavailable. Custom shop will make up what you want, but it's a bit pricy.
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    What do you think of the new Rigby Shikari?

    The Shikari is a smart move by Rigby. Priced at the market above a nice Heym or Chapuis double ($15,000 to $25,000) but below the $125,000+ for a Rigby rising bite or a Holland & Holland, or Westley Richards, etc.
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    Hunting wild cattle/bovines...

    I have taken 3 cape buffalo in South Africa, a water buffalo in the NT, Australia along with a scrub bull on that same trip.
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    Mounting a red dot/RMR on a new Chapuis Elan-anyone done it?

    I went to Ray's Sporting Goods on Singleton. Can't remember the name of the gunsmith upstairs.
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    Any Caeser Guerini guys out there?

    I have looked at the Guerinis and they are really beautiful shotguns. I don't own one, but I've seen shooters with them at the sporting clays range at Elm Fork range in Dallas. Haven't heard anything negative about them. FWIW, my sporting clay shotgun and my field/game gun are both Berettas...
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    Mid life crisis?

    I agree with the posts above about checking out the inventory on the champlinarms.com website. You should also check out William Larkin Moore in Phoenix. I purchased a second-hand Chapuis double in 375H&H from them five years ago and paid under $9000. I put a Trijicon RMR red dot sight on it...
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    3.5 12ga vs big bore rifle

    You will notice felt recoil on the practice range. When you are in the bush in Africa and shooting at a buffalo you won't feel a thing. Having said that, I agree with the other posters here. Felt recoil is a function of rifle design and weight and fit. An ill-fitting 12 gauge shotgun will...
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    Scopes & Ammunition for a .375H&H

    I put a Leupold 1-6X24 Firedot scope on my Model 70 375H&H and another of the same scope on my 416 Rigby Big Game. I agree with the other posters about 300 gr. Federal Swift A-Frame--or Trophy Bonded Bear Claw--if you can get it. It's showing "unavailable" on the Federal website, but you can...
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    My New Double Rifle - What Is of Value to Me That Fits My Wants

    Congratulations! It's a real beauty.
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    Rigby Mopani 450 Rigby Rifle

    Congratulations! Beartiful rifle. Rigbys are the real deal!
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    Let’s play a game, shall we

    Ice scraper???
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    Anyone else like red dots on long guns..?

    Big fan of red dot sights. I put one on my 375 H&H double and it can drive tacks. I've used in in Africa on 4 safaris on everything from buffalo to wart hog. I liked it so much I put one on my Beretta 9mm pistol. I'm sold on them. Makes shooting so much faster and instinctive. I also have...
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    New from TX

    Welcome! Lots of us Texans here.
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    My Take on Dangerous Game Scopes

    Phillip, Great video! Thanks for your insight. Interestingly, I have the Leupold 1-6X24 on my 416 Rigby and the VX6 2-12X42 on my 300 winmag. Both great scopes. I also am a big fan of the red dot scopes and RMR sights. All of my rifles have red dot scopes/sights.
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    Best source for a used double rifle?

    I should have added stevebarnettfineguns.com to the list above. Also a great selection of pre-owned doubles. You should also consider coming to the Dallas Safari Club Convention in January 11-14, 2024. Always dozens of beautiful doubles to look at and buy.
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    Best source for a used double rifle?

    champlinarms.com in Oklahoma. George always has a nice selection of second hand doubles. JJ Perodeaux is the gunsmith in the same location and can work on getting it fitted perfectly for you. William Larkin Moore in Phoenix also has a few.
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    Winchester Model 70... new or pre-64?

    I have three new Model 70's and a pre-1964 Model 70 in 30.06. All four are great rifles. No noticeable difference in how the action operates--silky smooth in all of them. The new rifles have better wood and the finish on them is actually better than the pre-'64. Buy either with confidence.
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    What is the ultimate stopping rifle..?

    It's the rifle that you or your PH can shoot quickly and accurately, and probably in 470 NE or bigger.
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    First Dangerous game capable rifle

    Let's make this easy. Buy a Model 70 in 375H&H and be happy. Hunt anywhere in the world for the biggest, baddest game and do your thing.
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    SCI moves to Texas

    Interesting. Is there a courting scenario about to develop with DSC Atlanta while Dallas remodels the conventions center?
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    Greetings from Tennessee

    Welcome! Looking forward to your expertise in gunsmithing. I'm a fan of the Mauser 98 action as well, and it's descendants in Model 70 Winchester.
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    What is the future of the fine firearms market

    When I bought my fine shotguns or double rifle or 416 Rigby, I didn't give secondary market much thought--same way I look at art, as I collect contemporary painting and sculpture. I buy to enjoy it myself, not as an investment. If something in my collection happens to appreciate in value over...
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    Holland and Holland today

    I think it was a smart move for both H&H and Beretta, just as the purchase of Chapuis by Beretta. Win-Win for both companies.
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    First Hunt, Buffalo and Plains game

    If you can be in Dallas in January for the Dallas Safari Club Convention, you will be able to interview many African outfitters in person. In most cases you will be speaking with the PH you will hunt with. I recommend you do this to get comfortable with the folks who will manage your hunt. When...
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    Heym 470

    Congratulations! Nice rifle.
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    Inertia or Gas Drive Semi-Auto Shotgun?

    My bad. He did a review of the A400 Extreme Plus about 2 years ago. The comparison was the A400 vs. a Browing A5 I think.
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    Inertia or Gas Drive Semi-Auto Shotgun?

    Great topic! I agree with @PhillipGlass above. I'm a Beretta guy. I have 5 Beretta O/U shotguns and the A400 Extreme Plus semi-auto. I bought the semi-auto for the plastic stock for waterfowl hunting in cold, wet weather. Almost no recoil and it will cycle any ammo you put through it with no...
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    Am I an Africa snob? 1923 (Yellowstone) series

    I was wondering what rifle Spencer was carrying. Seems like he never lost it through ship sinking, etc. etc. What was he carrying???
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    Any hunts you wouldn’t do again?

    I did some donkey culling and shot a big scrub bull, but still not as much game as Africa. I agree that Aussies are great people and they seem to like us Texans, but the Australian regulations for bringing a rifle into the country and then getting the same rifle out of the country are absurd.
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    Any hunts you wouldn’t do again?

    I won't ever hunt in Australia again. The country is not hunter friendly and once you have your water buffalo, there isn't enough variety of other game that is interesting to hunt.
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    Current state of Dangerous Game optics?

    I have the Leupold VX6-HD 1-6X24 Firedot on my 416 Rigby Big Game and it works great. I especially like that the red dot reticle works like a RMR sight when the scope is cranked down to 1. Like shooting with iron sights.
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    Taxidermy & Shipping Costs Sept. 21 2023

    You did very well on taxidermy and shipping.
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    Buffalo charges

    There are a couple of great buffalo charge videos on Quagga Safaris youtube channel.
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    Which airlines are "Firearm Friendly"? And which airlines are not?

    I have had good experiences with Delta and United on four trips to Africa over the past several years. Qantas was a pain in the butt and not hunter/rifle friendly, likewise the Australian Border Police. Never again. Too much BS paperwork.
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    Just finished Green Hills of Africa

    I first read it in my teens and I take it with me every time I travel to Africa and read from it. It will get you in the mood for your safari.
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    SOUTH AFRICA: Recent Hunt With Kuche Safaris

    Great waterbuck! Congrats!
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    404 Jeffery Caliber

    I'm guessing it's simple demand and supply. Probably not as many 404j's as there are 416 Rigby's. However, as an owner of the Rigby, the ammo isn't all that easy to find either. I've ordered it from Federal's Custom Shop when I've needed it this year.
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    AUSTRALIA: Just Returned From Aussie Buffalo Hunt

    I agree. I didn't spend thousands of dollars on my Rigby to leave it at home in the safe when I go on safari.
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    AUSTRALIA: Just Returned From Aussie Buffalo Hunt

    That's what I thought would happen. Even my outfitter was surprised. The additional paperwork I had to do at Customs House at the Sydney Airport asked for the same information--name, passport, address, rifle, serial number, etc. etc. that was on the pre-approved rifle permit. In addition, my...
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    275 Rigby Highland Stalker Jim Corbett Series

    that is a great deal on a fantastic rifle!
 
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