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  1. rcarpenter

    Scope and red dot mount questions

    So, I'm having a 404 Jeffery built on a Model 70 and I'm working on deciding on optics. I would like to have a scope in QD mounts as well as something like an rmr on a QD that could mount on the same base as the scope. I've always heard Talley for QD scope mounts, but they don't seem to have a...
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    Wanted 404 Jeffery Ammunition

    I'm in the process of building a 404 Jeffery and am needing to find some ammo. If anybody has any for sale I'd be interested in hearing about. Also would be interested in reloading supplies for it as well.
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    New 404J Build

    So, for the past few years I've been on the hunt for a 1951 Winchester Model 70 in a H&H caliber to build into a 404J. I finally found one today. I wanted a dangerous game caliber twin to my Great-Grandfather's rifle that I had inherited when I turned 18. I'm working on moving up to Alaska and...
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    Wanted .416 Rigby

    I'm looking to get my first big bore and have been looking for a CZ500 or similar in .416 Rigby. The end goal is to convert it to a 550 magnum. I know the timing is awful since they were recently discontinued.
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    Courteney Boot Question

    Hi all, So, I managed to find a pair of Courteney Selous boots in my size available here in the states. I got them today and they fit very well and seem very comfortable. The care instructions are missing from the box, so I was wondering if I should polish them before wearing them, and how...
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    SOUTH AFRICA: Has Anyone Hunted With Ngwarati Safaris?

    So, I've been looking into booking a safari for a friend and I and have been watching online auctions and deals. One name that's popped up for a good deal is Ngwarati Safaris in South Africa. I haven't been able to find anything as far as reviews or posts here or elsewhere online. Does...
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    Hi All!

    Hi everybody, I'm Ryan. I've been reading on the forum for a long time and even joined several years ago before my first trip but couldn't find my old info. I took a photo safari in Kenya almost 10 years ago now, and fell in love with Africa. I've been trying to find a way to make it back...
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    Went to the Masai Mara in January - Some Pictures

    Sorry if this is in the wrong section, but I though you all might like to see some pictures of my trip (with my University) to the Masai Mara.
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    Tanzania Question - Hunting time?

    Hey all, I'm new and will be in Africa in January and should have a few days of free time before or after my scheduled class time there and would love to hunt. I know that hunting in Kenya is off limits, but Tanzania is extremely close to where I will be and traveling between seems rather...
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    Hello!

    Hey all! I'm Ryan. I just found out I will be traveling Kenya in January. The least I can say is I'm more excited beyond words. I will be working with my University to study East African Raptors and other animal populations in Masai Mara and Lake Niavasha. I've always wanted to travel to...
 
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