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Thank you for your honest perspective.

Point taken and lesson learned. Show’s over. Enjoy the popcorn. Hooyah!

Point taken and lesson learned. Thanks

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Hi, I’m asking for a friend who won a donated hunt with this outfitter recently. I have hunted in the Limpopo area before, but I was not familiar with them. Any, and all information will be helpful and greatly appreciated. Many thanks! Cheers, Beech McConnell

Yes, it is a 1909 Argentine action. Satterlee Arms redid the bolt handle in the classic Oberndorf tear drop shape. I am excited to get it finished and ready to go.

Thank you, sir!! Being a fan of the classic rifles I’ve tried to duplicate the original stock lines and patterns in the rifles I’ve built.

If buffalo is the primary target carry the Lott, but keep the .375 in the cruiser just in case the kudu of a lifetime shows himself while driving around. Once the buff is in the salt go with the .375 I agree with IvW on ammo number. 20 rounds is plenty for buffalo and 40 is more than enough...

The .318 WR has held a special place in my heart for a good while now. So much so, that I am currently in the process of building one on a vintage Mauser 98 receiver. Stuart Satterlee did the chambering of the Lothar barrel, feed work, etc., and I am currently finishing the stock myself. For...

Apologize for not letting people know it has sold. SOLD PENDING FUNDS

Bought new in late 2022 with the intention of building a .416 Taylor Mauser bolt rifle. Plans have changed so don’t need the ammo. Have 5 boxes of 10 rounds each. 375 grain solids. $300 for all. Message me with any questions.

Welcome to AH!! All things in Africa bite, the safari bug worst of all!

You will love hunting in the Save!! My buddy and I hunted Cape buffalo and plains game there this past August/early September with the Duckworth family at Mokore. Beautiful area and full of game. African hunting at its finest! Planning a return trip soon.

Apologies for the ads from Graf & Sons!! I didn’t realize I attached them to the thread.

I’ve attached a few pictures of the 9x57 I mentioned earlier in this thread. The stock was soaked in oil and cracked, so putting some new wood on it. I do most of the stock finishing myself, save the checkering, who I leave to the experts! Love these old warhorse Mausers!

Nice to know! Thank you.

1 fixed, 1 folding rear sight. Front bead

Thanks for the information. It has a banded rear island sight paired with a front bead.

Thank you. I’ve been a fan of the Oberndorf Mauser for many years. One of the best platforms for a custom rifle or, if in good original shape, a true joy to hunt with and carry afield!

Agreed. I always comply with their laws and don’t want to take any chances. That’s usually why when I hunt in Africa, I take a rifle in a caliber that is common even over there. Good chance you’ll find a box of 30-06, .375 H&H, .458 Win mag, or .470NE lying around most safari camps in case your...

I have been to Africa many times and hunted in several countries. I have yet to have someone check for proper head stamped brass. On my recent trip to Zim, they counted the number quickly and verified it matched the number on the permit. Not to say they won't check, I'm just saying it has not...

Thank you! I reload for almost every caliber I shoot. It is a fun hobby.

I know Buffalo Arms loads .356 bullets, both RN and Spitzers for it on proper head stamped brass. It would be a neat gun for medium/short range in heavy bush. Might add a low power scope in quick detachable mounts, just in case.

I know Buffalo Arms loads some for the 9x57 when you can catch them in stock with 250 grain RN or Spitzers using proper headstamped cases.

Amen. I could not agree more. I just returned from Zimbabwe and carried a .470 double in the bush for several days. Like you said, hunting with the nostalgic calibers makes it all the more sweeter!

I have an original 1912 Oberndorf Mauser chambered in 9x57 that I am restoring. If it is a good shooter, I am thinking it would be a good option for plains game. If not, possibly rebore to 9.3x62? Any advice or thoughts are welcome! Many thanks!

Heck of a rifle! You definitely know when the trigger is pulled!

That’s awesome! I love the .470 Nitro. I’m in Anderson, SC

No, the .458 is a Model 70 and the .505 Gibbs is a Bauska.

I tried to get into position for a shot on a zebra but it didn’t happen. Used the .375 instead. I did take an old bull giraffe at about 85 yards with it. Turns out he had a badly damaged foot from a poachers snare. It is a Chapuis.470 NE. Go Tigers!

Thank you. I am already planning a return visit. Mokore is situated pretty much in the middle of the conservancy going North to South.

I was fortunate to have dinner one night in camp with Barry Duckworth who started Mokore many years ago. He is a legend in the PH community and has some incredible stories!

I’ve been to many safari camps in many countries but Mokore was very special. I’m already planning a return trip! Gary and his team are incredible. Best of luck!

It is a Bauska

It was my buddy’s .458 Win, which is in between my double and the PH’s .505 Gibbs. He wanted all three pictured with his buff!

Just returned from a great trip into the Save Valley Conservancy with Mokore Safaris. Incredible experience with plentiful game, great accommodations, and wonderful food and people. My buddy took an old Dagga boy, along with a few other animals. Look forward to getting back there very soon!

No, just hunting on this trip. I enjoy the quiet solitude of fly fishing on the small streams in NC not far from where I live.

Agreed! I have always given elephants a very wide berth when encountered, especially the cows. We had a close call in Mozambique a few years back with a small herd of cows which I will not soon forget!

Yes, looking forward to tracking down a nice Dagga boy!

Thank you! I recently replaced the thin, hard pad with this one. I agree, the bright orange Silvers pad makes the wood really stand out!

I’ve had it for a few months getting it ready for its maiden voyage to Africa.

Thanks! Has everything I want in a working double, and nothing I don’t need.

In the Save Valley Conservancy

Adding a couple more pictures of my first double rifle to accompany an earlier post. It is set and ready for dangerous game in Zimbabwe 2 weeks from now! Made for Africa! I really like the figure and contrast in the wood.

Sable from Coutada 9, Mozambique with PH Doug Duckworth.

A big rifle for a big man!

Great folks to buy from. Arguably, the most knowledgeable when it comes to double rifles along with Cal.