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I use their bullets, brass and powders for most of my reloading needs, and I am very satisfied with the results. So component-wise, I am a happy customer. Though I guess that you are asking about their African PH line of ammo, and more specifically in 375 H&H. I have not used any of those, but...

I think we're basically in agreement. This is what I meant with "Goldilocks". The 375 and the 'lower forties' have both reach and punch.

I voted 404 - because that's what I have (typical behaviour at these kinds of poll). But it is one of the 'Goldilocks' options of the ones to choose from. I also have a 9.3x62, which would probably work for buffalo in most cases, but there are better options. The 45+ stuff will work for...

I would support the guess that Recknagel is what you're thinking of. Also I believe that NECG would be (one of?) their US partner(s).

I've stopped using the bench altogether for my heavier rifles, even for basic sighting in (new scope/new load/etc). Quad sticks is what I use. They're stable enough for the purpose, are more similar to real-life situation shots, and it is far more pleasant shoot standing up.

Congratulations! That buffalo boss looks amazing! A very fine area to hunt (was there last year), and so few people.

Agree that this was a good resurrection. Very beautiful rifles. And you should take them to Africa. Perhaps even better - take them on a European hunt. Perfect for deer stalking and driven boar/stag. They have a that continental twist to them, without being overly germanic.

Personally I would; A) cut off the magna port, re-crown, get a barrel band front sight soldered on. This probably means re-blueing (re-bluing?) as well. B) Take a good long look at the fore end and be prepared to shorten it an inch or two to make it look proportional. Unfortunately, the...

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I did the same last year. The main, big purpose was buffalo, but I also had some PG "want-to's" on the list. I was accepting the fact that I would have to give up some of the reach of other calibres. So if that warthog/steenbok turned up 200 metres out, I'd have to tip my hat at it and say...

Have used the PP 400gn on fox and fallow deer. Also on impala. Worked very well, but (naturally) no bullets recovered.

Might be a typo? Never heard a Sako L961. A custom build for sure, as Sako never chambered the 404 in any factory rifle. Oh, the "L" in the model name does not mean LeftHanded.

No. Never. None. Neither. Your PH will have a stopper of the more permanent kind, if needed. If you are thinking of more "urban" threats - ask the locals if your planned nighttime walk is a good idea. Also, pepper spray and similar may be illegal to use/own/import in some countries.

Good to hear that production is up and running (again). I actually forgot about the 350gn bullet, but I guess that it is mainly aimed at the 10.75x68. Should still work fine in a 404, if impact velocity is kept correct. To stray off-topic for a moment; I'd really like to see a good quality...

Naah, but if you mention the 243 or 35 Whelen, @Bob Nelson 35Whelen will be around shortly to scold or praise you, respectively :)