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  1. Triathlete3

    Lets see some Kudu!

    2022 birthday kudu. 57"
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    Giraffe question from newbie

    Just shy of 8 feet with the base.
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    Giraffe question from newbie

    Having just had my giraffe neck mount, remaining rug, leg lamp, leg ashtray, bones, and skull shipped back, via boat, I was pleasantly surprised that the added cost was only about an extra $1100 in shipping. It was a very old bull, an uneventful hunt, but one that was important for conservation...
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    Age of first African hunting trip

    I turned 34 on my first safari. The next year, last year, my wife took her first trip at 33 and my son was 7 who shot 6 great animals.
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    Wanted Remington 700 LA BDL Synthetic Stock

    I am having a 25-06 built right now on a Remington 700 LA with BDL bottom metal. I am looking for a quality synthetic stock, i.e. Manners, McMillan, HS Precision, etc. I figured I would spread some money here before I look elsewhere.
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    Bullseye taxidermy received from 2021 hunt

    Here is a picture showing the face.
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    Bullseye taxidermy received from 2021 hunt

    I am extremely happy with how it turned out. It is 7'7" total with the base included. Make sure you send them a picture of what you envision.
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    Trophy Room Question

    Not a comment on size, but in materials. I am in the process of designing my house and trophy room and will be putting 3/4" plywood on all the walls of the trophy room. This will allow you to place a mount anywhere, not just a stud.
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    Anyone recently travel with scope in carry-on

    I have not had any issues with scopes and binos in my carryon.
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    Dismantle your rifles while putting them in travel case or keep them as one

    Get a good case and keep it all together. The risk of losing or have a bolt, scope, stock, etc goes way up if it is not a complete gun.
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    Jet lag- how do you handle if?

    Black label beer, cigars, and a sleep aid...
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    Leupoldt 1,5-5x20 For Sale

    I will take it if 62Flint decides not to.
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    458 Win Mag Ammo For Sale

    Where in Illinois are you located?
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    Something Small I picked up for "tipping"

    I read it exactly as you meant it. Clearly you're looking to give this in Addition to CASH.
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    Would you like a Cigar?

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    Winter Safari Yard Sale: Part 2

    Interested in a pair of Courtney Boots for my wife. Either 7 or 7.5 US. Also, interested in the Costas. PM inbound.
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    Winter Safari Yard Sale: Part 1

    I will take the womens TAG clothing. PM incoming.
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    Eland Cartridges for recoil sensitive shooter?

    7mm-08 with a suppressor purchased in Africa and left there for future safaris. My 7 year old shot several larger plains game with 120gr Barnes and it hit hard. Shot placement and ethical distance are the key ingredients. Have him shoot off a Bog death grip tripod. Another suggestion, albeit...
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    Travelers stranded at O. R. Tambo Airport due to luggage issues

    As mentioned, I always carry on my binoculars, personal essentials, and one complete hunting outfit including boots. The rest can be hired/rented. If my rifle shows up, but not my check bag with ammo, then I can find 300wm or 375h&h on the ground.
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    Bull's Eye Taxidermy in Vaalwater SA

    I just received my first of 3 safari shipments from them and was very happy with their work and communication. Trust them with confidence.
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    Suppressors in Africa

    We sent money to our PH so he could go buy several suppressors in SA and then just left them there for our future planned safaris; he sealed them up in a box along with the ammo we left there for next time as well.. I think we paid about $300 each and they worked great. For the cost its a cheap...
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    Remington 30S Express Action & All Parts

    I keep going back and forth on whether I keep this action to build a big 500 of some sort. The 30s is such a beautiful and clean action.
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    Remington 30S Express Action & All Parts

    Good question. When I get back to the action I will see if I can figure that out.
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    Remington 30S Express Action & All Parts

    I am selling a Remington 30S Express action and all the lower parts necessary. This action is in beautiful condition and has been modified to cock on open, bolt face opened to magnum bolt face, drilled and tapped for one piece base, and a custom straightened bolt handle. I bought this to...
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    Thoughts on the Leupold VX-5HD 3-15x44 Scope?

    I own several of this exact same scope and believe it to be the all-around best hunting scope for the money. You will be very happy with the purchase.
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    Ruger No.1 458 Win

    Sold.
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    Ruger No.1 458 Win

    LOP is 13 5/8. Weight, according to my bathroom scale, is 9.0 pounds.
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    Ruger No.1 458 Win

    I have what appears to be an unfired Ruger No.1 in 458 Win. There is one wear spot on the side of the stock where it looks like some finish was scraped off; it is otherwise quite minty. 23" barrel and a beautiful stock. $1550 shipped. I am in SC Wisconsin. I have only bought one here, never...
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    .416 Rigby Dies, Bullets & Brass For Sale

    I'll take it.
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    Trophy shipping cost

    I just had 5 crates loaded onto the boat, one is bigger than your largest crate (giraffe) and the total was $3500. You definitely need to get another quote or 3.
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    What is the craziest lengths you have went to in order to pay for a hunt?

    Marry way out of your league...worked for me! Ha!
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    Wanted Thinking About A Very Nice O/U For Skeet (Details Below)

    I would also look for a used K80. With 26" barrels falling out of favor inwould think you could find a nice one for way under $10k. My .02 on barrel length....you just have to know your gun and be on target.
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    Safari & Shooting Accessories

    I will take 3 of the belt slides.
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    Rifle for my daughter

    Look into the Weatherby Vanguard Camilla. Various great calibers and you can have it shortened with spacers made to fit her as she grows. It already has the stock shape for a female shooter. My wife loves her Mark V Camilla.
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    Where to find eye glass paster "magic dot"

    +1 for a piece of scotch tape on the lens of your shooting glasses.
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    Any AH members in Wisconsin??

    Madison area here.
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    Douglas Premium barrels

    My gunsmith uses them almost exclusively and has yet to receive a complaint. They seem to be readily available and reasonably priced.
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    Remington 30s Stock Question

    I am debating building a 416 Rigby on a Remington 30s action and am curious about stock options. Does the 30s inlet match a P17? I know it's based off the P17, but wasn't sure if the inlet was exactly the same.
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    CZ 550 416 Rigby Project Rifle For Sale

    Where are you located? I am interested.
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    Would you like a Cigar?

    Really enjoyed this smoke.
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    ZAMBIA: Kantanta Safaris - 10 Days In The Luangwa Valley

    Thats what appealed to me about it the most, that dull pre-war look that exudes history.
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    ZAMBIA: Kantanta Safaris - 10 Days In The Luangwa Valley

    What make is that beautiful bolt rifle? Great hunt report.
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    Blaser R8 375 H&H...amazing wood

    Thats a beautiful gun!
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    Blaser R8 375 H&H...amazing wood

    I bought it used from a friend. He killed a rhino, buff, elephant, and many PG with it.
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    Bullseye taxidermy received from 2021 hunt

    Glad to see the quality work from them. They are doing my giraffe (rug, neck mount, and oddities), bushpig, and warthog from this summer. The rest of that safari's trophies will be done here in the USA.
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    Blaser R8 375 H&H...amazing wood

    I am not positive, but it has to be damn near the highest grade if it's not.
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    Blaser R8 375 H&H...amazing wood

    I lucked into this Blaser R8 375 H&H a few months ago and the Schmidt and Bender on top makes for a perfect match. Don't think I can do much better on the wood. Its an absolute dream to shoot. Looking forward to taking it to Africa next June.
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    Knife Maker Needed

    Thank you for the heads-up...I did not realize they were on the CITES list. I am going to have to figure that portion out. Your knives look beautiful and hope we can make something happen.
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    Knife Maker Needed

    Any recommendation on here or a supporter that can make me a couple knives or fit giraffe bone knife handles to a blades? I shot a giraffe on my safari in June and am having 4 leg bones sent back in my crate. What i would like to do is have a knife made for myself and the 2 other guys who went...
 
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