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  1. Franco

    Hotchkiss Rifle

    I've noticed some of you referencing 45-70 caliber ammo and rifles. I was going through one of my dad's old gun safes and decided to see what was in the back row. There were some old Springfields, a couple Sharps, and a Winchester-Hotchkiss; I figure some of you might know something about this...
  2. Franco

    Trophy Room Question

    I have decided to build a trophy room and am in the basic layout/size calculation phase. Are there some basic numbers to calculate space requirements for typical mounts. Here's a list of what I have or have coming: Elephant - shoulder mount Rhino - 1/2 body mount Lion - full body Leopard -...
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    Delays Shipping From Namibia

    Is anyone else experiencing delays in shipments from Namibia? I have a consignment of trophies sitting, waiting to be shipped, and it seems the delays just keep increasing. For the past month it's been, "any day now". Thanks for any info
  4. Franco

    Exporting a Rifle to Africa

    Has anyone been successful, or know of a process to export a rifle from the USA to Zambia? The rifle will be a gift.
  5. Franco

    ZPGA email/apology

    I recently received an email from the Zimbabwe Prof Guides Assn apologizing for an advertisement which recently appeared in the DSC Show catelogue. Does anyone know what this is about? The email appeared to be directed to members of DSC.
  6. Franco

    Travel Thru Middle East and South Africa Question

    I hope this question finds it's way to the proper forum: My cousin and his wife, both MDs and eye surgeons are embarking on a pro bono stint in Africa, their first session will be at the eye clinic in Zimba, Zambia. Here are the question and concerns: They are planning to fly JoBerg to...
  7. Franco

    Avatar Change

    I just changed my avatar, but it looks like I may need to select a different photo. I am trying to use a photo of my Cape Buffalo Trophy. Some of you may be familiar with it, as it has been on display at both DSC and the DSC Foundation Gala. It currently resides at DSC. We donated the...
  8. Franco

    Just finishing my safari and joined yesterday

    Hello, I just found this site yesterday; I am packing up and heading home after almost 2 months of hunting in Zim and Zambia. This trip had a few disappointments, but was overall both exciting and rewarding. In Zim I got a baboon, kudu, waterbuck, a few impala, zebra, and a nice old bull...
 
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