Recent content by wildwilderness

I think there may be a paradox- if it’s going slow a stronger bullet will not expand as much but will penetrate deeper A really soft bullet will expand more but penetrate less. So which do you want? (Of course an ideal scenario is both good expansion and full penetration but that would need...

Exactly which bullet is this with? What weight? Hard to calculate KE without that info, or potential performance. As a guess, it will kill a buff, but the question is it ideal?

I’m not worried at all about theft. If they want the rifles they will just take the case. I’ve never seen a lock that can withstand a determined hammer, or a rock for that matter . I’m just looking for convenience and lighter weight to have the locks already there!

Any suggestions on a double rifle case that has a built in combo lock?

If the OP claims accuracy, then it’s all about Shot placement. If I am using a Barnes bullet, I aim at a different place than softer more frangible bullet. Bullet selection affects where to aim. Desired outcome also affects placement- bang flop requires a CNS shot to be predictable. If you...

Whoa, now that’s a snaggle toooth for sure! Congrats

dang

To clarify the 55# weight comes from the one biggest/heaviest tusk? Am I right that is how elephants are sized? That it is not the combination of 2 tusks.

Ken Owens likes IMR 3031 for the old NE cartridges. That’s what he worked up for my 470 and some Dacron filler. Others say backer rod is a bit easier and more consistent for case fill. At least you have a project to work on! Not sure about the LOP but I’m sure you are aware the recoil will be...

That would be a very good price. 450/400 would be a perfect caliber for a double as well. If you have any concerns with the rifle Ken Owen’s is sort of the Sabatti whisperer who can fix it. Also may need to check the LOP. I have one in 470 he regulated and added a recoil reducer and cut to...

I guess the next feat would be to take the Big 5 in each country that offers it

That’s a great price for sure

The Stars aligned and the hunting gods Smiled on you! Weidmannsheil!

Wow that looks like a proper Safari!

Need a RMR type 2 for my 470 NE and an Elephant and possible buffalo hunt in October- what dot size do you prefer?