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  1. double rifle newbie

    First Safari - I’ll hunt plains game - What caliber?

    usa as big and heavy a caliber as u can shoot effectively and accurately so u are spending more time hunting and not tracking.
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    Back country carry gun

    agreed, as i always have my 44mag with me even when i have my bolt gun.
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    Why did you buy a 6.5 Creedmoore?

    wanted a very light mountain gun specifically for goats/sheep. there was a gap in my gun collection between 223 and 30-06. additionally i am a lefty so this also makes it tougher to find exactly what i want. i used to be one of the guys at the range that wouldcroll their eyes when i see a...
  4. double rifle newbie

    Rolex- the stupidest, lamest company

    its like choosing between a blonde or brunette.
  5. double rifle newbie

    Trade 470 Double Rifle for a Rolex?

    totally agree
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    Trade 470 Double Rifle for a Rolex?

    Africa hunting should consider a “looking to trade” category
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    Hotel’s in Jberg

    aviator hotel. very close to the airport, very friendly.
  8. double rifle newbie

    Trade 470 Double Rifle for a Rolex?

    agreed! i own 4 rolexes, 2 double rifles, a toyota tundra, and love them all. guess which 6 items have appreciated, and the one that has depreciated.
  9. double rifle newbie

    For those Wanting To Try Cutting Edge Bullets

    Hi Daisy. I just ordered the 175gr to load for my 375 H&H. what load are u working up? thanks!
  10. double rifle newbie

    What Watch do you wear when you hunt?

    that is correct. To use as a compass you set both to the local time zone.
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    What Watch do you wear when you hunt?

    i just posted a link to a short video how it works. yep i like the black dial rolex explorer 2 on a leather strap. very low key rolex and what i wear daily. incidentally, my 24 hour hand is set on alaska time.
  12. double rifle newbie

    What Watch do you wear when you hunt?

    here is how a gmt watch can be used for navigation https://www.miltonsdiamonds.com/news/2015/03/how-to-use-your-rolex-gmt-master-ii-as-a-compass/
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    What Watch do you wear when you hunt?

    a watch with a gmt function (2nd time zone) like a rolex gmt or explorer can actually tell u the direction you are heading, or should be headed if the sun is out. a gmt watch is definitely workable as essential hunting gear particularly on alaska DIY hunts out in the middle of nowhere...
  14. double rifle newbie

    Wanted Left Hand .375 H&H

    Thanks for the info! I will reach out to him. I did buy the browning listed on Cabela’s. it would be nice to kerp one in Alaska and then have one with me here in Georgia.
  15. double rifle newbie

    375 H&H vs 416 Rem

    i have both. its like choosing between a blonde or a brunette. both are wonderful cartridges. if there is a lot of future DG hunting planned, then go with the 416. If looking for an all-around cartridge to take anywhere, with an occasional DG hunt, go 375.
  16. double rifle newbie

    First Safari - I’ll hunt plains game - What caliber?

    30-06, and practice shooting off sticks before u go. I never shot off sticks before my namibia plains game hunt. it took some getting used to.
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    Wanted Left Hand .375 H&H

    anyone know where i can find front and rear sights for a browning a-bolt? they were removed and did not come with the Cabelas gun i picked up.
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    Need help-i need front and rear sights for browning a-bolt

    Greetings all. I purchased a used Browning A-bolt from the cabelas gun library. It came scoped with no open sights. Anyone have any recommendation where I can pick up replacement sights for it?
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    Wanted Left Hand .375 H&H

    I ended up buying the browning left-handed 375 listed on Cabela’s. they shipped it free of charge to the Cabela’s nearby.
  20. double rifle newbie

    Purchasing 470 nitro Ammunition from members

    only deal with someone with a history. my humble 2 cents
  21. double rifle newbie

    LH Model 70 416 Listed On Cabelas Website Today

    I bought the browning listed on cabelas. its at the house lol. leupold based and rings. Gonna chop it to 21” and replace the bases to set up for qd, and install open sights. my alaska brush gun
  22. double rifle newbie

    Rolex- the stupidest, lamest company

    if u dont have a gmt, then i would go that direction. no wrong choice though
  23. double rifle newbie

    Rolex- the stupidest, lamest company

    yep. its an itch that is hard to scratch lol rolex: 1680 submariner gmt master 2 “batman” explorer 2 datejust 1601 IWC: classic pilots chronograph mark xvi gts stainless. its a slippery slope, my friend.
  24. double rifle newbie

    Wanted Left Hand .375 H&H

    i would buy it for my “boat paddle” alaska bush gun. where is it?
  25. double rifle newbie

    Alaskan Lady that loves to hunt and fish

    welcome to the website! I find it to be a great source of information. and there are lots of Alaska people on this forum so Alaska hunting has talked about a lot. I myself have hunted Africa and Alaska, but more so Alaska. my father owns a place in Anchorage so i go up several times a year.
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    LH Model 70 416 Listed On Cabelas Website Today

    i have a small rail on all my rifles, to attach a qd bipod in case i end up with a long shot. actually worked to perfection on a 470 yard prone shot on the noatak river (in Alaska) on a caribou. its the only time i used the bipod but im glad i had the option to use it.
  27. double rifle newbie

    Midway USA

    ive made dozens of orders and never had a problem
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    Is this Legit?

    his thumbnail is the width of the butt end of the stock. definitely a scam
  29. double rifle newbie

    Peregrine bullets. Can we please make available?!

    I purchased some peregrine 480 grain to load for my 450 nitro express. both the solid copper and bushmaster. it has been forever since these have been available for purchase in the USA. Does anyone have any info on the company? any time these will be available is the US? im about to quit...
  30. double rifle newbie

    Woodleigh Bullets - Feedback for Production Requested

    450NE 480gr, 416RM 400gr, 9.3x74r 286gr. all hydros, PLEASE!!!
  31. double rifle newbie

    Hey y’all from Georgia…

    i’m on Terrell Mill about a five minute walk from the Publx. you were right down the road from me.
  32. double rifle newbie

    Plains Game with iron sights?

    i have a couple doubles. one in 450NE and one in 9.3x74r. i am very comfortable out to 100 yards with both using open sights.
  33. double rifle newbie

    Hey y’all from Georgia…

    small world! im in the wheeler school district. didnt grow up here but moved here 6 years ago. i grew up on lake lanier, a little north of me.
  34. double rifle newbie

    Any Other Interests???

    blondes, brunettes, and redheads…
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    Rolex- the stupidest, lamest company

    i have: Datejust 1601 GMT Master 2 “batman” explorer 2 1680 submariner i wasnt a huge rolex fan when i got into watches, but grew into it. i wear the explorer 2 as my daily wearer. took the oyster bracelet off and put a leather strap on it. im also a huge IWC fan
  36. double rifle newbie

    Which Elephant Rifle and cartridge?

    i would feel comfortable with either my 450NE double, or my 416RM with a premium solid.
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    Rolex- the stupidest, lamest company

    ive got: mark xvi classic pilots chronograph gst stainless the brand has a loyal following, including myself
  38. double rifle newbie

    Hey y’all from Georgia…

    welcome! east cobb here. this is a great site which you will find out.
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    Rolex- the stupidest, lamest company

    someone knows their watches
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    Rolex- the stupidest, lamest company

    Jeez lots of Rolex bashing here, gentlemen. not really sure why. If u dont want one, great. but please dont bash people that do appreciate them. the rolex tool watch lines (sub, gmt, milgaus, explorer) are exceptional timepieces and are remarkably accurate. i used to be in the rolex bashing...
  41. double rifle newbie

    Back country carry gun

    id hate to have to shoot a bear with a handgun. they can cover 100 yards in 6 seconds. hitting a moving target which might be coming to chew on me isnt something i ever want to find out. that being said, i carry a ruger 44mag wheel gun when im hunting and have my 416 or 338.
  42. double rifle newbie

    Recommended Ammo for .416 Remington Magnum

    400 grain Barnes TSX
 
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