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Might just have to go with a Ruger Model 1. I hate to go with a single shot but economically it might make the best sense.

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I have been looking at that, their flights do look far more comfortable with better amenities. Just don't like the opportunity to have baggage lost and the extra day of travel on each side.

Thanks for the input, I have already contacted Jennifer and we are just waiting on that magic day when booking is available for the dates.

I will be booking for early June next year and this is good to hear, everything I am seeing is $3600 and above. I have heard June is a less expensive month to go over there for airline tickets.

What about Row 37, is there a bulkhead there. I am only concerned with legroom. If there is additional legroom in that row I will save the money. Also, I have been looking for the last week at about to depart flights and there are a lot of empty seats in the rear of the plane. I did a flight to...

I have been looking and the seat mapping does not show these seats you describe. This is on the direct flight on the airbus. I will keep checking because this seems to be the best option for the cost.

It looks like a very traveler friendly airline with great amenities but it also adds a day to our travel on each side and costs more.

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The flights from Miami to Dubai don't list a premium economy but the business class is amazing and cheaper than Delta. Just have a 5 hour layover in Dubai. How much of a hassle is it to have your firearms with you in your layover in Dubai?

Already spoke with her, just waiting for the time when we can get tickets. We leave early June next year so hopefully we will be able to book in the next month or so. I like to do my research

I am looking at the seat map and it doesn't show it as an exit row. Is this some super-secret squirle stuff that they don't let people know about.

This will be our honeymoon, Hunting won't be the only fun we have! We are fishing too!

Just checked Google flights and the prices are significantly higher than going to Delta directly. $3679 compared to Google at $4251. Is that normally the case?

Well come on ahead, bring beer, I work for that! Lol, just give me a date in advance so it doesn't conflict with a charter. I even have a cabin for you guys to stay in while you are here.

As the days roll by I am getting pretty close to when I need to purchase my airline tickets for next year. We are flying direct to Joberg from Atlanta. Question is what class ticket do I need to get to be comfortable. I am 6'6" tall and for 16 hours need some leg room. Anyone have any first hand...

They don't do left handed stocks, already checked

End of July come on out, I charter part time and will take you and MRS out and get a bunch. My treat, just be prepared to talk about Africa, our first trip is next year.

I dont hunt here. There are a lot of small deer, turkeys, and hogs but not my thing here. I like to head North to Ohio and looking at a lease out in Texas. I don't care much for trophy hunting for deer, like the does for the meat. Best thing about this place is the scalloping, free food in the...

Interesting, that 458 Ruger Wildcat is assume is a straight walled 300WM case?

Steinhatchee here, over on the West Coast

Where is South Georgia are you located, Northern Florida here.

That is what I thought too, until I noticed the grip didn't feel right. It did affect accuracy but I am replacing it as soon as I can. It will be my back up rifle for next years Africa trip. That brings up my next point, I love the feel and pointability of the scout, a 416 with a 20' barrel...

I lived up in the Pacnorwest for 20 years and the laminate stock in not suited to extreme weather. It swells and delaminates when rained on like we had up there. I will admit we were elk hunting and getting rained on for 3-4 days solid. That being said, it is still a god awful ugly stock. Lol.

Thanks for the input guys, I agree, putting a new barrel on is the way to go. Not concerned with the timeline as my trip with this gun isn't till 2026. As for the stock I am replacing the wood with an H&S precision. I spoke with them Monday and they will have their new left handed stocks for the...

Spoke with him today, he does not have the tooling for this caliber. I am researching other places now.

Thanks, just left a message with them to see if they can do it or what it entails.

Hey all, looking for some gunsmithing knowledge and advice. I am a lefty so getting rifles is somewhat of a challenge. I love my Ruger M77s and would like one in a 416 Ruger, which of course, they do not make. I am looking for info on what it would take to convert a 375 to a 416. From what I...

Thanks for sharing, this is probably my top animal to get.

Just looked at their rings on the site. Can't believe someone actually makes a QD for left handed shooters. About damn time!

So what is the selling point on their rings compared to all the others on the market.

Thanks for posting this, I am purchasing this rifle in the future and have been looking into things like this. Really want a removable box mag but with no feeding issues this looks like a great option.

Let me throw this one out there. Does anyone have any opinion on Trijicon. They have a great reputation for their rugged and reliable performance. I was looking at getting the Night Force but as previously stated they are much too heavy. The Credo 2x10 x 36 FFP looks like a great option for up...

Thanks for the input, first hand experience is something that is hard to argue with. Appreciate you sharing.

Welcome, you are in the right place. I am in the same position as you, planning and getting ready for the first one. You will learn so much from everyone's experience and I promise you, no question is too dumb. I have asked a few and everyone has been very respectful. Good luck

I used to have one just like it, bought it 2nd hand when I turned 18 and hunted a lot of Doves with it and had some great memories. Then my ex-wife sold it to a pawn shop. I have been looking for one ever since. Where in Texas are you?

Using Barnes 180gr TTSX that should be a muzzle velocity of 2960fps out of a 24 inch barrel. Out of a 20 inch barrel it should be around 2850fps +/-25fps. A little more out of an 18'. Only big question I would have is what twist rate if I get a shorter barrel. Still a 1:10 or should it be more...

I will lose about 150 fps but still have the ability to shoot the larger bullet which is more important in energy than the velocity. I think the trajectory will suffer past 300 - 400 yds but the ft lbs of energy on target will be pretty close to the same or at least still greater than the 308 or...

Having not been there yet I can only comment on my interactions with him thus far. He responds quickly to every email I send. If I get up around 3 am for any reason I can usually get 3 or more emails with him before he has to go. He will get you whatever info you need, answer all your questions...

We will be with KMG on both my trips. First one with the fiance is specifically for her to get a Kudu. That is all she wants since she saw one (taxidermy) at a sportsman's show. After she gets that I get to play, looking for a couple of Wildebeest and a Hartebeest. Don't know what it is about...

Looks like I will be taking my own. As an archery guy I would never think of going in the field without one.

That is great info, my soon to be wife has her heart set on a Kudu. She currently has not shot a gun in her life. She had a medical procedure done today that will hopefully get her should fixed and we will be able to start training soon. Can't wait to teach her. Taught handgun before but not...

Damn, nice warthog. I would love 3 or 4 of him. With some good wood those tusks can make some very decorative hat and coat racks. Have you ever eaten the meat? Wondering how good a table fair they are.

Not worried about the looks, although, flagpole is fairly accurate. Avoiding brush, limbs, and keeping pointed in a safe direction is so much easier with a shorter barrel. I think I will stick with what Ontario Hunter said up top. No suppressor.

That is a beauty, unfortunately, as a lefty beggars can't be choosers. Getting a custom gun is out of my price range, would rather put the money in an outfitters hands than a gun maker. Gun makers don't provide many memories. To your point about recoil. I have shot the Ruger Guide gun in a 20"...

I don't think I will get to the point where I am comfortable shooting past 300yds. All my hunting in the past was in thick timber with rifle and all the rest was archery. Not many ranges where I can practice out past 300 around me. I always thought the fun was in the stalk, but I admit I have...

Thanks for the input, tough thinking about carrying that long rifle around all day. When I get my 375 I am going with a Ruger 375 with a 20" barrel. Can't see carrying a 24 to 26 inch barreled rifle when most all of the shots will be 50 to 100 yards or even less. But you are correct, having one...

Hey all, getting ready for next year and have a new 300wm. I am looking for some input on what your average shooting range on game in the East Cape area. I am considering shortening the 24 inch barrel to 18 or 19". I should lose about 150 fps but I usually don't shoot beyond 200yds. At that...

Thanks, I am interested, I will coming through your area next week on my way to Texas and back for business. Would like to take a look at it if possible. If I decide to purchase it will be a cash deal. Will PM with my contact info.

Thanks guys, I know it was probably a dumb question but seeing as I have 14 months to go before we leave I should be down to about 980 dumb questions to go!