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You can shoot as many elephants as your checkbook and licensing allows. You want a deal for 10? That said, I believe it’s USFWS has a 2 per year import policy but check with conservation force.

Little below the red dot

Awesome footage! Real question is when are you going back?

You need it …

TSS does a number on them ….

I’ve gotten 2 of the 3. Need a Lynx but never tried for them. I’ve gotten bobcats in 3 states by chance while turkey hunting, one in Texas in town, and 1 ea with hounds and in trap out west.

Great advice. You might also find an older used Vari-X III 1-4, 1.5-5, or 2-7 on eBay. If you’ve got a little more budget the Leupold VX5 1-5 & VX6 1-6 are even better options. @Mark Biggerstaff normally has some deals for AH members that will shock you if you call or PM him. Zeiss or Trijicon...

Personally, I’ve never seen a scrum while hunting but would 100% take him and hold out for him if I knew about him. I like broken or deformed stuff that gives an animal more character. Give me the old, worn, lion scarred, broken horned, blind in one eye animal every day and twice on Sunday.

If you’ve got the itemized quote/contract and the new pricing compare them. What’s costing more than quoted/contracted? I’d suggest a conversation with the outfitter. Not knowing where you’re hunting in Mozambique or with who, I’d start by looking at the Air Charter, Fuel, Daily Rates, and...

686 Silver Pigeon. If that’s too much budget wise, I’d look at one of the Stevens 555’s with ejectors for a knock around gun. I have one in 28ga for that purpose and as a loaner gun and it’s amazing how many people have taken to it

Knowing who the outfitter is, knowing they list the $180/day per hunter in their contract as a special “reduced rate” and it’s not an oversight or mistake. That they offer reductions on using their taxidermy, and “discounts” on printed trophy fees, etc my advice would be to forego the extra day...

I think you’d be fine with the .257wby for Kudu. I’ve used mine on elk without issue. When I draw a tag in an area known for truly big bodied bull (think Gila or parts of Arizona) I’d probably step up to my 280AI or 300 for the heavier bullet. To me, kudu are a little easier to kill than elk...

His right side is better than the left, Much deeper curl but I don’t think he’s over 60”. I’d say his left is around 54” and his right is around 57”, maybe 58”

Congratulations again. You always post great reviews and have been looking forward to this thread. Can’t wait for more stories and photos

I’ve seen that gun in person and she’s quite beatiful. They also have a pre-war Holland Dominion

Are you planning for a trip to Mozambique or one of the other areas known for Suni?

Congrats on an amazing Red Duiker. It's very apparent why you knew when you first saw him

Personally I’d look at the Leupold given your two options for now. If I was planning on hunting any sort of DG including Grizz/Browns I’d try to upgrade the scope as soon as I had the funds. Given the price of hunts these days, I believe the most important things we can spend our money on...

I’d use partitions on plains game up to and including eland but my rifle isn’t as fond of them as the other two options. My personal preference is Trophy Bonded Bear Claws first then A-Frames. I had an A-Frame pass through a buffalo last year in Zimbabwe. Slightly quartering away, heart/double...

Congratulations on your first African Animal and first of what I hope are many more safaris

Excellent buy. You could call it a wedding gift …

Beautiful Pre-War Rigby from a great member and trusted seller. The perfect rifle for Plains Game or someone’s upcoming leopard hunt

This is super cool and unique

Beautiful Waterbuck. I personally think they’re one of the most underrated Plains Game trophies and are often overlooked or not even considered by first or second time African Hunters

You should be fine if it shoots out of your rifle. I shoot the 62gr fusions, 60gr partitions, and 55gr TSX’s with wonderful success on hogs up to and exceeding 300lbs. It’s been used on whitetail along with the above projectiles with great success.

@cajunchefray There are 3 Holland Paradox’s in this next Holt’s Auction

I stand by my comments regarding the Sea Dweller from the day your son was born or another meaningful watch you won’t get rid of. You only get one first trip to Africa, and knowing you’re someone who uses watches to commemorate special occasions or events this is just another way to add more...

Haven’t used one personally but as you know, better than the 3-1/4” guns

I saw one for sale a few weeks ago at a shop here in Texas. It wasn’t a collector piece, but was fair priced for the condition it was in and would be a great one to use as intended. I just shot one of the guys at the shop a text and will PM you if they still have it. @Mark Biggerstaff I know...

Great first Kudu, looking forward to hearing more

Congratulations to all involved. I’m sure that filled a lifelong dream

Congratulations on a very memorable hunt. Glad yall were able to seal the deal on the same buffalo and your Grysbok. What’s the last one you need?

Welcome to AH and there’s not time like the present to experience another sunrise or sunset in the African bush

Mountain Caribou @ $30k is on the low side for 1:1 Sheep are north of $50K with some outfitters over $60K in NWT. The most affordable way to hunt a Mountain Caribou is a Combo Hunt with Sheep, Moose, or Grizzly. From the research I've done it adds about $10 to the other hunt, or it drops the...

I actually did recently see a cancellation Mountain Caribou hunt recently. If I remember right it was $26-28k, regular cost was $34 or $35k but I could be off a little. Having spoken to several different Yukon and NWT outfitters on their Sheep hunt options I can tell you $30k before travel is...

Yes sir, if you PM me I’ll forward you the email, or you can call Huntin Fool directly.

What year?

Beautiful rifle. I’ve always loved a CCH receiver finish over the more plain and coin finishes on a lot of doubles. The Elephant Top Lever is absolutely beautiful. Would love to know how long it took Chris to get you that rifle built.

I’ve had 2 come back next day recently when done as an individual. I’ve got several in the past on a Trust but being single, with no children, and all my family living in a PRC type state decided the trust wait time wasn’t worth it. If I die the cans are getting sold anyways. If I’m in a...

Congratulations on a beautiful Tom

Huntin Fool just emailed about 2 cancellation Stone Sheep Hunts for this year. One in BC the other in the Yukon. Both are priced at $55k which is about a $30k discount off each hunt ….

Shoot me a PM, I might be open to it depending on what you have.

Appreciate it! Would also love to hear about some of the less common tinnies on your list. I just need a Red Duiker and a Suni to complete my Tiny 10 and that area of Mozambique produces some of the best. Suni trophy fees in RSA are unfortunately nearing the price of the entire trip + trophy...

Wasn’t the point of my post. I’m sure your buddy is a great guy and hope he crushes it with Rigby, but my post was about there being certain shops with enough juice that they can sometimes get a gun made that’s not offered because of the volume they do with each manufacturer.

Grant is one of the 2 outfitters I mentioned to you in Mozambique that I’m looking hard at to finish my Tiny 10. With Suni being his goal, I’d think they’re hunting their Caputu area which is very close to Coutada 11. I too am looking forward to the rest of his post and seeing if he’s hunting...

Congratulations on a great first buffalo

You might want to try calling a shop like Gordy & Sons, that’ll have 20-50 different guns and options on hand from Rigby on any given day a call. There are a few others around the country that keep that level of inventory on hand from several different manufacturers like Purdey, Rigby, Holland...

That TSX load will work fine. A big eland can often weigh more than a buffalo. What works for one will do a number on the other. TSX, TBBC, Accubond, A-Frame, type bullets are all excellent choices. The lion is much thinner skinned and doesn’t have the same thick bone mass. Therefore is...

I’ve got a 1908 barreled action if you need another ….

Following this closely and looking forward to your hunt report. I’ve looked at Grants area several times and have narrowed it down to his or Marks area to finish my Tiny 10 (Suni and Red Duiker).