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The ULTIMATE goal is to kill without the the animal ever knowing you we were even in the field. Nothing more satisfying than walking up to an animal and the grass is still in its mouth, or a sleeping animal stiffens and the head drops to the ground. If you're sure of your shot, take it and...

Hi Steve, SA is still largely the powerhouse in the region and with its fall southern Africa will fall further. The begging bowls will just become bigger and extended further. I think the game industry will survive for a time until the land invasions and expropriation begins. Then we will...

Unfortunately taking only the farmers from SA will result in SA imploding and communism and crime soaring to obscene levels. When hunger and unemployment skyrocket crime is going to be the order of the day. Then who do the masses turn to? The one that promises them bread even though that one...

I'm sure you know that is what I meant as well... Dumbass liberal/environMENTAL policies that either prevented dams etc being built for known issues as well as policies that turned the bush into powder kegs.

Difference is that hurricanes are NATURAL disasters while the extent and ferocity of these fires are largely due to HUMAN interventions. California should get zero relief from the Federal government. Like you said they have paid huge taxes so they should be rolling in the money. Plus they'll get...

For us lefties down under: Zastava 9,3 x 62 AU$1000 (around US$660) https://usedguns.com.au/gun/686865/

Don't you have a brazing rod or super glue? :A Stirring: To the OP it all depends on two things: Your age and your earning potential. If either are in short supply then sell the Ruger and go hunting. If you have an abundance of either then keep the rifle and go hunting.

i don't know where you work so can only speak to the shops here in Australia. The cashiers are now "assisting" shoppers at the auto checkouts. There are always 2-3 staff helping out and even one special individual standing at the entrance to the auto checkouts pointing to the next available...

Automation has it's place for sure. But not in all places. Take supermarket checkouts... not only are cashiers put out of work but the supermarkets now transfer legal liability onto the shopper. When you had a cashier you put your goods on the conveyor and paid the person. If they didn't scan...

missing the point much!? Real world Americans living in the real world, spending real world salaries are far worse off currently. They have no money to invest! Can't say it plainer than that. So what if the market is hitting an all-time high. If Joe Soap has to work two jobs instead of one...

100% correct. we should all instruct our butler to get our in-house handyman to rip out our solid gold toilets and sell it and invest the money in real estate, equities or even gold stocks and shares. Oh wait! 90% of Americans can't afford a butler, in-house handyman and they certainly don't...

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Zambezi (I won't charge royalties)

My uncle said many years ago: If you owe the bank a million dollars it's your problem. If you owe the bank 10 million dollars it's the banks problem... when you owe them 10 million they start kissing your ass and you get the service that should be afforded the loyal customers that have savings...

When I sold my house back in 2006 in the UK I ended up having to pay in GBP 1.71... they hounded me for a cheque for over a month! I had just completed a GBP 165 000.00 transaction but they needed that (less than $2) to complete the sale etc... their time and effort involved:rolleyes: ps... to...

I have not kept up with what Trump has actually said regarding ending the war. All I have heard is that it wouldn't have happened if he was in power and that he would end it within 24 hours if he is elected. What if his way of ending it (once elected) is to publicly announce that he is giving...

As a data driven argument that's all good and well. Except that the data is derived at the expense of animals we want to dispatch humanely and at the expense of ever increasing animosity towards the sport we participate in. Lets say, for the case of argument, that this idea now takes off. The...

Just the fact that there is a group of wannabe's sitting around agreeing that a .223 is good for all plains game tells me all I need to now. Average age: 19 (up to 40 and living in parent's basement) Favourite pastime: Xbox or Playstation Favourite argument: which of the above is better Best...

Give that lion a Bells. (If you've seen the adverts you'll understand) :cool:

Wise enough to never stop learning. Learning enough to become wise.

Fabulous hunt and video. My favourite place in the world the Zambezi valley. If you or anyone else reading this ever in the same area there is a large island just downstream from the Kafue/Zambezi confluence. The tail end of that island; cast a nice lure into the water at the very tip. There be...

Thatcher came into power mid 1979 and the Lancaster House agreement was signed in December 1979. It was her government that oversaw the agreements and the details therein. Furthermore, she was the leader of the Conservative party from the mid 1970's (Leader of the opposition). She ran the...

Both countries were playing virtue politics at the time. Thatcher (UK) as the leader of the Commonwealth were sinking the colonies left right and centre in the name political correctness. The USA was doing the same. A thriving country thrown onto the pyre of political correctness that led to...

Just don't ask a Rhodesian about Thatcher! She was awesome for the UK and give her a solid 9/10... As a Rhodesian I'd give her a 5 second head start to outrun 180gn travelling at 2700 fps

As Lon says, camera phone works well for trophy pics etc. If you're wanting scenery and zoom then I would go for a bridge camera. Something like the Nikon P600 I had. Great zoom, video and all the functions. I would advise against the DSLR as you usually have the wrong lens on when you need it...

Nah we'll be ok, Walz is a hunter... :A Stirring:

Definitely! I was on a 4x4 forum for over a decade that I now hardly frequent at all. I think c-vid brought out the worst in people. Little Fascists that were quite happy to see people executed in the town square if they didn't conform. That was the start of less tolerance on social media...

I love the American members giving the "correct" pronunciations... :unsure: :ROFLMAO::ROFLMAO: The ACTUAL German pronunciation of Koch is: Cou (as in cough) and "g" as in Afrikaans "Gaan kak" or like you're clearing your throat (hawk tah in very recent modern social media parlance :ROFLMAO: )...

I suggest getting UP TO DATE info regarding the great whites. Last I heard (about 4 months ago) they were making a return to the area. The orca will not hang around if there is nothing to feed on. They successfully drove the great whites away a few years ago but last I heard the orca had moved...

On the back of Mtn Infantry's post (which has a lot of merit) and the OP's report which I "feel" is an accurate report of the hunt I think the following is pertinent: When you are in someone else's backyard they have the upper hand. One lone hunter and his girlfriend against 2 sullen and...

Sorry but I don't agree with you. I also do not believe Glen is 50. Sounds more like a gung-ho kid just out of boot camp. His grasp on the real world is tenuous at best and his understanding of the modern (dare I say it global) economy is virtually non-existent. And he knows bugger-all about...

I'd suggest searching the site for packing tips, there are several threads that give comprehensive lists and tips. Good luck with your hunt.:W Sharp Shooter:

The secret to sudza is making sure it is cooked long enough to break down the grain so it is smoother as opposed to grainy on the palate. You can let it steam on a low very low heat with the lid on the pot to get the desired results. Always add salt to the boiling water. The quantity of water...

I think you (and others) need to understand that African carry is not done when the game is encountered. It is done when LOOKING for game. Once the game is spotted and you're in hunting mode then one carries "at port arms" Port arms is also used when tracking or following up dangerous game...

I get what you are saying and in this case erring on the side of caution by not answering the question is better than having a biased answer (either way). It just smacks of censorship when the news is out there (all the truth and all the BS) and the AI / corporation won't let you access it. To...

I know nothing about copilot but isn't it just an AI source to gather information for me? Maybe I WANT to know what the current BS is that is being reported regarding the assassination attempt. If it told me that it was a hoax I would be able to determine that the current majority of posts or...

Unlike your other post that I quoted, THIS one shows taking responsibility and making choices that don't end in heartache and murder. Sometimes I want to smack you upside the head and sometimes I want to shake your hand. ;)

I'm pages behind but was equally surprised and incredulous at the irony! Your last line of your second paragraph: "People have personal responsibility and have to live with the consequences of their own choices and actions" So the consequences of falling pregnant will result in a baby IF one is...

I must ask my butler what he does. He has always seemed a bit lazy.

I think pinterest might be a good place to start. Search the site for best man caves. That should give you some good ideas and will link you to suppliers etc etc. as well as points to consider when building.

It's a toss up between those airlines (I think they both suck compared to the gulf state airlines) but not sure which other airlines fly direct LHR -JNB. It's an overnight flight so you'll be sleep for most of it and you land after a leisurely breakfast. As you will not be travelling with...

This. I'm sure your .375FL has had it's fair share of Africa and it's not needed for DG on this trip... just a thought.

Never been to one of those parties but if you are at one, when the great moment/reveal happens make sure to be the loudest with "Nooooooo! Better luck next time"

It's impossible for you to understand until you have been on the receiving end of these types of regimes. When you have seen first hand where they are not afraid to massacre tens of thousands in one operation, killing man, woman and child only then will you understand that the mere threat of...

Thanks guys, finally got rid of the three uglies from my harem.

Thanks for the heads up. I'll contact them and see what they say. Not sure how either they or I would prove the pre 1975 thing but will have a chat to them. There might be a makers stamp under the table top, I'm not sure... :unsure:

It reminds me of Bulawayo in the 70s/80s. Laid back and one can walk around day or night without having to take an arsenal with you. Great work opportunities, great people and perfect weather. Not much to not like about the place. And I might be able to to arrange a self hunt up north for a...

G'day All, I have finally made the move to Oz and will be shipping my goods over in the not too distant future. Does anyone know if I will be allowed / have hassles importing the following into Australia: Coffee table made from elephant ear and foot. Spear made from ivory/bone (not sure) and...

As for the legend of the BWB / zebra / etc... I have a theory... ;) The animal that has adrenaline in it's bloodstream will be tougher and run further. Secondly, I believe the moment of impact is telling. If the heart has just pumped a nice dose of oxygenated blood the brain and muscles will...

I shoot a 30.06 (180 gr usually) and when it comes down to it, it is just a .308 with an "extended warranty". You get a little piece of mind for having 5-10% more power but you pay for it in added recoil and weight. Your set up doesn't come close to being "under gunned" for your list at the...