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I’m curious on the comparison between a 180 gr version of an A-Frame vs Oryx with a 300 WSM on the larger PG. The side cut view of the bullets above really show a big difference in design, with the A-Frame’s partition looking like a significant advantage.

D-oh… I missed this deal as well.

KLM, not just got rid of their 747’s…me also!!! lol

lol sounds like fun & my style.

I’m all booked for late August with NKWE Safaris In Botswana for Kudu, Eland, Red Hartebeest, Zebra & whatever else presents itself. It’s my first trip to Africa, going solo & I’m looking forward to an exciting adventure. I hope everyone has a great season.

Great advice, thank you. The PH did recommend it. I’m going with your advice as well as his & retrace some of Capstick’s steps, I’m a fan.

Any experiences and recommendations on a place to stay after Safari in Maun, Botswana? I’ll fly out to JNB the next day. So, far I’ve been recommended the Crocodile Camp.

Cool, indeed…I like it!

Welcome fellow Texan…

Welcome fellow Texan! Lots of good folks, advice and stories…

Happy Easter to All…

When I go on my DG safari, perhaps ‘25 or ‘26…heck yeah, I will supplement with PG & hunt them with DGR.

Very true… I will add that I’d like to be disciplined to stay within a planned budget. That said and by only taking 1 dedicated PG rifle, would be an extra firewall to keep from going over budget by shooting an unplanned & expensive DG. The wife would perhaps be angry & threatening future...

No not yet. I’d like to be focused, but you make a great point!

One trusted gun per safari for me, .300 WSM for PG & .458 B&M for DG. I purposely plan my safari around the gun & ammo.

Very cool…I like it!

Congratulations on your first commitment to Safari in Africa. I hope you are able to deflect all the liabilities that threaten and discourages the trip of a lifetime…Go No Matter What. Looking forward to the report & pictures. Welcome to the Forum.

Congratulations! Very nice hunt report, glad you had a good hunt & I enjoyed reading it.

Great write up. I enjoyed reading it. Classic African Safari at its Best.

I have not made the trip yet, but will do so in 2024. I’ll do the same as you, correct/properly completed forms, by the book with the rules printed on hand & through a gun permit service. Good luck.

Fantastic report, glad y’all had a great time.

Very cool and interesting write up, glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing.

SAT is my home airport… No Thanks. { cringe } I prefer hub to hub method on bigger wide bodied jets with better carriers & nicer airports. SAT is not IAH or DFW. Condor is not Qatar Airways or Emirates, etc. A330 is not a 787 or 777 or 747 or 380. Why further crowd the already crowded runway...

What kind of shot distances are usually presented in that type terrain? I can imagine, if allowed, a long range setup would shorten the curve and get more zebra on the ground. Of course, after proven @ the range, are there limits to shot distances? I’m not one to stir up bs over ethics, just a...

Swaros has very good glass but lacking in electronics….these Leica have both, good glass and electronics out to 2500 yards or so. Magnification 10x vs 8x is not much different. Objective size 32 vs 42 is a big difference. I’m a swaro fan with binos only, but went Leica for rangefinder binos…you...

Man I wish that was 300 WSM!

I like the pretty kitty…they like to watch us pack, don’t they?

Congrats on an excellent hunt! That wide horned speed goat is exceptional!

That is an excellent and very fair price for a New Haven model…good luck with the sale. (I already have one)

I’ll be traveling to Africa with 2 suppressors next year…no worries, follow the rules, have copies of rules, relax and enjoy the trip. It does help to mitigate the risks by traveling through friendlier airports, POE, airlines & countries. I refuse to worry about what could go wrong, just be...

458 B&M…all I ever need for DG, all 7 of them! my choice for everything else: 243 AI 300 WSM LA

+1 for the 375H&H Win Mod 70 bolt gun, then move up from there, just as I did. I may post one for sale in the next week or so, New Haven CT model.

I didn’t know Tom personally, but also enjoyed his many posts over the years on many different sites. Friends of mine talk to him on a regular basis, helluva guy, so I’ve heard. I have shot a 600 overkill that was inspired by him through those same friends. My sincerest condolences to his...

I’ll take em

BTW the Nilgai in question did in fact drop at the 50 yard frontal boiler shot, got up again barely & 2nd shot spined him permanently to the ground…then a few more shots to get it to stop moaning and die. It was awful, I’ll never forget it. I have a buddy who dropped & killed his with one shot &...

@Jetjockey I appreciate your constructive criticism, that’s exactly why I started this thread. I live by the numbers, they don’t lie & can be trusted…unlike emotional human nature. Keep it coming.

I wouldn’t tell those numbnuts anything! I’d just know the rules, print them to back you up if you get questioned & go about your business with a smile.

I’ve had good results with 140 Accubonds in my former 270, all easy 1 shot kills out to 250 yards. I’m not much of Hornady fan for hunting, just for target shooting. This time around, I’d like to try something new…quite possibly the Hammers or the CEB & Terminal Ascent or Barnes TTSX. Just...

Thanks for the good responses so far, very good useful information. I have never considered going up to 200 gr bullets, however I might just have to try them, the gun will decide ultimately. Originally, I had thought of going from 165’s to 180’s with conventional bullets, but then this new...

I just picked up my semi-custom Tikka T3 Long Action 300 WSM w/ 20” carbon fiber barrel to be used with a dedicated 6.75” Diligent Defense suppressor. In the past and with my former 300WSM, I used the Barnes 165 TSX Federal Premium factory ammunition with great success EXCEPT for a poor old...

I was just outbid on GougeBroker on an Alaskan version 416 with green laminate stock. I am also interested in purchasing one at a more reasonable price. It’s unfortunate for Ruger to stop making such a popular item. This Ruger is a back up idea while I wait for a B&M opportunity to present...

I missed this, just what I was looking for…congrats on great sale & rifle. Excellent buy.

The wife stays away from dirty old men, whiskey, blood, dead animals & derogatory jokes. Fine by me, cheaper & I can focus on the objective…but, I do miss her.

Welcome to AH. Spain is my favorite European country. I’ve visited many times & will return many more times…fine people, wonderful culture, rich history & great food.

Welcome to AH, glad to have another Texan join. I’m in Midland.

Glad to hear a successful safari story & overcoming challenges. That impala is a Toad!

Great write up so far, I appreciate it…I’m about a year behind you with my first trip in ‘24. I’ve already picked up a few good ideas from your report that made its way to my notes. I also am chomping at the bit for more to this adventure…Enjoy!

Great report & inspiring…Down under is the 2nd “A” on my list. I also appreciate those unique horns.

Sold. Transaction Complete. RStein321 was honorable and punctual, great transaction.

Excellent…PM returned.