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    .223 for Steinbok, Duiker, Klipspringer?

    300 Blackout would be perfect for a dedicated T10 rifle IMO. You could even bring a suppressor along to keep it really quiet, if that makes any difference to you. Those Barnes 110gr TAC factory loads do around 2350 fps and are deadly on whitetail deer. I’ve taken several 200 plus pound bucks...
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    Article on heavier vs lighter for caliber bullet penetration

    @michael458 , one thing I did notice, and can’t believe you went along with. Some of the bullets you helped design are 375 grain. You couldn’t get them to go up another grain to 376? It amazes me that you had any part of any bullet that has 375 in the name! LOL! You’ve been a great help to me as...
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    Which Elephant Rifle and cartridge?

    While the 458 Win Mag may not be many people’s first choice anymore, I hardly see how anyone can argue against its effectiveness. With today’s ammo and components, it will do all that’s needed.
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    Which Elephant Rifle and cartridge?

    I have used a Blaser R8 in 375 H&H with a Nikon 1-4x20 scope to hunt tuskless elephant. It worked very well for the side brain shot. I used CEB 300gr solids at 2550 fps. I got complete penetration through the skull and out the neck on the far side. I’m going back after a bull ele in 2025. Will...
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    Talk me into Blaser R8

    I think a 400 Whelen would be even mightier!
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    Talk me into Blaser R8

    Figured you were going to say 35-06!
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    Talk me into Blaser R8

    @Bob Nelson 35Whelen I’ve found that even with my dainty little girl fingers, I can top load my R8 243 Win Barbie Rifle. But I bet anything bigger would just be too much! Lol!
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    Any 41 magnum shooters?

    I had a couple Ruger Blackhawks in 41 mag back in the day. I always liked the milder recoil of the 41. But in my younger days I had to have the biggest and the baddest, so I traded them for 44s of some sort I’m sure. Then came the obsession with the Freedom Arms 454, and all hope was lost. Now...
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    For Sale Blaser R8 Professional Safari, Steel Stock Receiver

    Well, it is in the kitchen. The other counters aren’t so lucky!
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    For Sale Blaser R8 Professional Safari, Steel Stock Receiver

    Price moved to $4500 plus shipping.
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    For Sale Blaser R8 416 Rem Mag, Safari Contour Barrel

    I’m moving this one to $2500 plus shipping. You won’t find a nicer barrel in this caliber for this price.
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    For Sale Blaser R8 Professional Safari, Steel Stock Receiver

    Reasonable offers considered.
 
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