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First focal plane (FFP) means the reticle subtensions are accurate at any magnification. The reticle will enlarge as you increase magnification. Second focal plane (SFP), they will only be accurate at one magnification. The reticle will remain the same size throughout the mag range. Most folks...

Do you want first or second focal plane? That may help with recommendations as well. I'm in the minority here and don't care for leupold. Way too many reports of lost zero, etc with them.

Cool! Do you happen to have a chronograph? Curious what velocities you are seeing.

Why? Personal preference. I'm not too keen on the loud muzzle blast a 375 produces. I also don't care for messing with hearing protection while out hunting. This rifle in factory form is 24" correct? The hybrid suppressor that I intend to use is 8" so I'd be dealing with a net increase of 4"...

Awesome. I have plans to purchase a M70 and doing the same thing. Who did the threading? Would be interested in the velocities you get with a 20” if you get a chance.

I’m definitely interested in hyena but the trophy fee in SA is a bit of a turn off. I would rather do a combo hunt for them.

Tikka. I have one in 17 and it’s a shooter. Loves every type of ammo I’ve fed it. Had a bergara carbon in 22wmr and it was one of the worst rifles I’ve owned. Tried probably 8 different brands/weights of ammo and couldn’t find anything that it liked.

My choice for durability is Nightforce and S&B. Neither have let me down so far.

I've flown Delta from ATL twice now and will continue with this route despite the increased airfare cost. Buddy chose the Europe route and it ends up being significantly more travel time.

I’m not familiar with the area you will be hunting but, in the bush, 8x30 were more than enough for me. I’ve got maven b3 and they are great at their price point with Japan glass. Very light and compact. Hunting western US where I spend hours glassing vast country, I use swaro 10x42.

If the sole owner passed with no backup PH, it seems like you no longer have a hunt booked and need to book with another outfitter. Maybe I'm missing something here.

Skullmax I made this custom base but they have premade wooden ones if you prefer.

See you next week for this hunt! Hopefully see that fella in person too!

What's the weight on these? Does the 375 model also work with the quick change barrel system?

With those options, go Tikka. I've had experience with 2 bergara rifles and neither would shoot worth a flip.