Tiny Ten

[NoStepOnSnek]

My first safari is next year, and the tiny 10 already intrigue me. Not specifically targeting any on my first trip, but the idea of a hunt going after them with a 357 lever action sounds like fun to me

 

[Mtn_Infantry]

I've completed my Tiny 10 AND I used a single Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Super Grade in .375 H&H to do it. I'm now working on a Hippo & Croc to complete the Dangerous 7 with it as well.
I've used factory Federal 300gr Woodleigh Hydro Solids, factory Federal 250gr & 3000gr Trophy Bonded Bear Claws, and factory Federal 300gr A-Frames out of that rifle with almost zero cape damage. Additionally I've taken some duplicates using other firearms and in most instances the other calibers did more damage. I attribute this to the increase in velocity. The .375 bullet is so big, these little guys aren't thick enough to slow it down

1) Duiker - .375 using 250gr TBBC, 300gr AF & TBBC + .308Win 175gr TA & 150gr Solid + 300 H&H 180gr TBT - The .308 and 300H&H both had more damage than any .375's
2) Blue Duiker - .375 300gr WHS, Shotgun #6
3) Red Duiker- .375 300gr WHS
4) Klipspringer - .375 300gr AF + .308Win 175gr TA
5) Cape Grysbok - .375 300gr AF
6) Sharpes Grysbok - .375 250gr TBBC
7) Damara Dik-Dik - .375 300gr WHS
8) Steenbok - Same as #1 + .22LR, 30-06 165gr AB, & .275 Rigby 140gr AB
9) Oribi - .375 300gr AF & .375 300gr WHS
10) Suni - .375 300gr WHS


@Hunt anything I'd strongly suggest you reach out to Zambeze Delta Safaris and hunt Coutada 11. You'll see more of the Tiny's than you can fathom. Their game density is insane and even greater than Coutada 10's.

 

[Philip Glass]

I never understood the allure of the Tiny Ten until I set foot on the ground recently on my first trip to Africa. Now, after seeing Bush/Grey Duiker (No shot opportunity), Klipspringer (No quota) and Steenbuck (Photo attached), I am beginning to feel the love. Question for those with experience... What is your preferred caliber for these hunts?

I shot the Steenbuck with my 30-06. Not pretty. I have heard 375's with solids and I have heard 22 Hornets. I would like to hear some opinions.

My full hunt report is here: https://www.africahunting.com/threa...-safaris-greater-kruger-north-limpopo.104629/

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I so love to hear your familiar story! Africa changes everything. I too love the Tiny Ten and just need a Suni. The best way to take them is the large calibers with a solid or my preferred method is the .223/5.56 shooting 70g TSX. Perfecto on small game!

 

[uplander01]

I have 5 of 10, but I was never interested in full mounts, so whatever rifle I have in my hands it’s going behind the shoulder, and it’s usually a pretty bloody experience. LOL. Had a buddy lose a duiker using a 22 hornet.

Texas heart shot on a dikdik with a 375 270 gr solid, that was interesting.

 

[Rimshot]

I'll also add that my ideal 22 hornet load is a 50gr soft point with a case full of lilgun. This gives 2700-2800 fps and has the sectional density for up to ~50 lb animals. It retains as much energy at 250 yards as the 22 WMR has at the muzzle, since it has a decent BC compared to most typically loaded hornet bullets.

 

[farmer_john]

I've completed my Tiny 10 AND I used a single Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Super Grade in .375 H&H to do it. I'm now working on a Hippo & Croc to complete the Dangerous 7 with it as well.
I've used factory Federal 300gr Woodleigh Hydro Solids, factory Federal 250gr & 3000gr Trophy Bonded Bear Claws, and factory Federal 300gr A-Frames out of that rifle with almost zero cape damage. Additionally I've taken some duplicates using other firearms and in most instances the other calibers did more damage. I attribute this to the increase in velocity. The .375 bullet is so big, these little guys aren't thick enough to slow it down

1) Duiker - .375 using 250gr TBBC, 300gr AF & TBBC + .308Win 175gr TA & 150gr Solid + 300 H&H 180gr TBT - The .308 and 300H&H both had more damage than any .375's
2) Blue Duiker - .375 300gr WHS, Shotgun #6
3) Red Duiker- .375 300gr WHS
4) Klipspringer - .375 300gr AF + .308Win 175gr TA
5) Cape Grysbok - .375 300gr AF
6) Sharpes Grysbok - .375 250gr TBBC
7) Damara Dik-Dik - .375 300gr WHS
8) Steenbok - Same as #1 + .22LR, 30-06 165gr AB, & .275 Rigby 140gr AB
9) Oribi - .375 300gr AF & .375 300gr WHS
10) Suni - .375 300gr WHS


@Hunt anything I'd strongly suggest you reach out to Zambeze Delta Safaris and hunt Coutada 11. You'll see more of the Tiny's than you can fathom. Their game density is insane and even greater than Coutada 10's.

Where all did you get the tiny ten? Or were they all from that srea?