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    Quiet Muzzle Break

    Was looking at muzzle breaks and this one came up on a forum as highly recommended, Quiet Muzzle Break from Gentry Custom. Anyone have any experience with this break? The poster said he had one on a couple of his rifles and that he can shoot without ear protection where he could never do that...
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    New Rifle(s) Day - Weatherby Mark V Royal Ultramark Custom

    Was looking for a nice 375 H&H and found one I really liked, a Weatherby Mark V Royal Ultramark Custom. Rifle came out of a private collection and has never been fired, outside of at the factory. Nicest shouldering rifle I've ever had my hands on. The only problem was that the collection...
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    Red Dot/Reflex or Low Power Scope for 416 Rem Mag?

    Have a new 416 Rem Mag and trying to decide whether to put a red dot/reflex site on it or a low power (1-6) scope with illuminated reticle. Leaning towards the scope, but would appreciate some feedback. First big bore rifle :)
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    What are the Ins and Outs of a Leopard Hunt

    Going to SA for my first Africa PG hunt in April but already thinking about a second trip for DG, in particular a leopard hunt, and have some questions. First, can you bring the leopard back into the US for a full body mount? Second, are leopard hunted via stocking or just over bait/blind...
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    Which Range Finding Binos to Buy?

    Going to buy a pair of the new Leica Geovid 3200.com range finding binos before I go to Africa in April but can't decide which version to go with. The options are 8x42, 10x42, and 8x56. Appreciate any advice on these options with reasons why one over the other....THANKS!! Weight on both the...
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    New Hog-Bear Rifle - 338 Federal

    Had it for a couple of months but been waiting for all the "pieces" I ordered to show up...all here and installed. Savage Hunter AR10 chambered in 338 Federal Magpul flip up front and rear sights Magpul Bipod Leopold VX6HD 1-6 scope on QD mount Fore grip handle 20 Round Magpul Magazines 50...
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    Africa Hunts and Relationship with Your Professional Hunter

    Looking to rebook my first Africa hunt that was supposed to be this past February for next summer, eight day PG hunt. Have read a number of threads about establishing the relationship with your PH, i.e. people’s opinions of do’s and do not’s, both client and PH view points. Many of the client...
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    Swarovski DS 5

    Looking at optics for a Blaser R8 purchase. For the 375 H&H barrel, going with the Swarovski Z8i 1.7-13 x42 SR. Second barrel is going to be a 7mm Rem Mag for longer range stuff. Was going to go with the Z8i 2.3-18x56 SR but then got to looking at the new all-in-one DS 5 5-25x52 SR with the...
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    Our Son Has Really Nice Parents

    Our son is in medical school and will be graduating in the not too distant future. He’s been working very hard towards becoming a surgeon, he’s hoping for cardio thoracic. When he started on this path I had no idea the commitment it takes to become a doctor, let alone a surgeon, and the...
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    Norma Onlne Ballistic Calculator is No More

    Been using Norma's excellent online ballistic calculator for the last year or so. Went in today only to find its been removed from their website. Big bummer as that was one of the best little ballistic calculators I could find. Norma, please put it back online!!!
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    Have to Cancel Our Africa Hunt-Vacation

    My wife and I are supposed to be leaving for Africa next month, a trip we’ve been planning for a year. Have been having a health issue lately and went in for an exploratory procedure yesterday to see what’s going on. While the results were much better than they could have been, they still came...
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    Dakota Firearms Ammunition

    Looking at a Dakota Firearms rifle and see they have their own chamberings and associated ammo all based off the 404 Jeffery case. Anyone have experience with these rounds, especially the 300 and 404 Dakota rounds?
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    CZ 550 - 300 Win Mag to 404 Jeffery?

    I’ve got a 1998 CZ 550 Magnum currently chambered in 300 win mag. Can this rifle be converted to a 404 Jeffery or would it be better to sell it and just buy a new rifle such as a Montana Rifle Company African? The CZ is in excellent shape and has a nice Monarch scope and rings. Thoughts...
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    Recommendations On Rifle For My Wife

    My wife has become interested in shooting, and "maybe" hunting. Thought I might buy her a nice rifle/scope combo for Christmas. I'm hoping she'll join me in hunting in Africa and other locals at some point. Debating what caliber would be best. My first thought was a 30-06 or 308 win, but have...
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    7x64 Brenneke - Opinions

    Have an opportunity to pick up a 7x64 Brenneke barrel for a Merkel rifle at a very reasonable price. Been reading a bit about the round and it sounds like a nice caliber. Would like to hear what you all that have this caliber think about it and how you are using it. Thanks!
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    Blaser R8 375 H&H and Second Barrel Advice

    Sitting here specing out a new Blaser R8 with a magnum bolt, a 23” 375 H&H semi-weighted fluted barrel with sights, quick detach rings, scope, and breakdown gun case. This will be my DG rifle for Africa. Thinking I should just go ahead and add a second “long range” barrel to the package as the...
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    African Sporting Creations - Compact Shooting Sticks

    The ASC Compact Shooting Sticks I ordered arrived today. This is the set that breaks down into three pieces and is about 26" - 27" long when collapsed. Comes with a very nice carrying bag (embroidered logo, heavy duty, etc.). This set will fit in a duffel bag or breakdown gun case with no...
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    New Scope Day - Leupold VX-6HD

    Been eying some higher end glass for a while now to put on my Mauser M12 9.3x62 and, eventually, on my Daniel Defense Delta 308 win. Was looking at Swarovski, Zeiss, and Leica and all were very nice, but pricey. Then I ran into the Leupold's new(ish) VX-6HD line. The glass in these scopes is...
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    Norma American PH 9.3x62 Ammo - Good Choice?

    Am looking to standardize on a factory load for my Mauser 9.3x62. Shot a number of different rounds and all have been pretty good, though not stellar, on groupings. Have been debating on what grain to use and think I'm going to stick with the 286 which is the 9.3x62 default. Looking at the...
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    Zeiss R8 vs Swarovski V8 Scopes

    Looking at both the Zeiss R8 and Swarovski V8 scopes. Both higher end optics but never owned either brand. Any insights on these scopes would be greatly appreciated. Looking at their 1-8 options for a 375 H&H and higher range scope options for a 300 win mag, 338 win mag, 308 win, and 9.3x62...
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    Anyone Using Shepherd Scopes?

    Looking at the Shepherd DRS (Dual Reticle). Anyone have or tried one? Looking for some feedback. Thanks!!
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    Crossbow Hunting Legal in Africa?

    Just a curiosity question. I see folks bow hunting in Africa but can you crossbow hunt as well? Neighbor of ours bow and crossbow hunts and has been offering to show me the ropes for white tail...got me to wondering about Africa for the crossbow. Thanks!
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    404 J Twist Rate

    Starting to do my research for a 404J build. Would like your all's opinions on the twist rate for the barrel. The Montana Rifle Co. African lists their 404J with a 12 twist. Was thinking more along the lines of a 10 twist but have never had a big bore rifle, so maybe the 12 is more...
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    Vanguard VEO 2 AM Shooting Stick

    Been looking at shooting stick options and ran into the Vanguard VEO 2 AM shooting stick. Different approach than other offerings available. Not overly expensive at $78.00 so ordered one through Amazon knowing I can return it easily if it doesn’t pan out. Anyone else used one of these...
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    Open Sights vs Optics

    Have been reading threads on optics choices and it got me to thinking, does anyone use open sights any longer when hunting? My dad insisted I learn to hunt with open sights so to me that feels natural. Used a Marlin 30-30 and Browning 30-06 lever actions for years, open sights, never had a...
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    Silencer/Moderator Use

    This is really just a general opinion question as I don’t have a silencer/moderator and it’s a long wait in the States to get one, but for those that have them why do you use one and what would be the advantage for me if I bought one, outside of it’s just quieter when you shoot. My new 308 is...
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    308 Win or 9.3x62 Mauser for Plains Game Hunt

    Have two excellent rifles, a 308 win and a 9.3x62 Mauser. Both have the exact same 3.5-10x42 Sig Sauer scope, the Mauser does have iron sights as well where the 308 doesn’t, both carry five round mags, both are very accurate, the 9.3x62 is two pounds lighter than the 308, 20” barrel on the 308...
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    Anyone Used Hornady Precision Hunter 308 Win 178 Grain ELD-X Ammo?

    Looking at premium ammo for PG using my 308 win. Anyone used the Hornady Precision Hunter ELD-X 178 grain ammo? Thanks!
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    New Member from Texas

    Hi Everyone, New member from Bulverde, Texas (north of San Antonio). Going to the East Cape of Africa with my wife this coming February. Doing a short three-day Kudu hunt, wife hanging out doing her spa stuff, before we head off to do the tourist safari thing at one of the private reserves...
 
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