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Both get high marks from an ambiance perspective, so I don't think you can go wrong either way, but I sure like the idea of stalking around the bushveld with that 7x57 and it's 175's, so that rig gets my vote. Regardless of decision, it's a no lose proposition in my book!

@62flint - There has been lots of good advice here with a very strong consensus towards the M70 (which would be a superb choice), but don't discount a CZ 550 in 375 H&H, especially if you can find one that has been worked over by AHR or Matrix - I promise you won't be disappointed!

Great pics - take any of those bulls all day long @Aussie hunter! Most of the Europeans in general and the Germans in particular value age above any headgear, which ties into @Green Chile's comments about a real trophy being a gnarly old bull that's been around the block and has evaded...

Truly the total package you have there - thanks for sharing!

Congrats @Aussie_Hunter! You're in for a real treat and as @Flipper Dude so aptly stated, a buffalo hunt is, well, all about the hunt! Any properly taken buffalo is a trophy in and of itself. I love the combo of your two rifle battery and the thought of taking an old dugga boy with open...

Just sent mine in Jerome - looking forward to it!

@PaulB quite the contrary - there is not much this group likes more than viewing a fine fire arm, especially a vintage one in a classic cartridge. Consequently, keep them coming. My curiosity is peaked now, so anxious to see what else you have in store for us!

Man, she's a real beauty!!! Congrats and thanks for sharing your journey. As you so aptly described your quest for such a fine firearm, it is not unlike the quest for a specific animal - it truly is all about the "hunt" and the source of great satisfaction! We will look forward to an encore...

@375 Ruger Fan - It may have already been mentioned (and apologies if so), but you might want to consider a combo platform of .224 Valkyrie and 6.8 SPC, which provides a ton of flexibility. I've killed everything from yodies to Aoudad/big hogs with that set up, all to great results. Can always...

Welcome to the Forum Chris! I'm certain you will add some new perspectives with a different kind of contribution and can't wait to see some of that art work! Cheers!

Hey there Macduff, I realize I’m a bit late to the game, but just checking to see if you still have either one of these AR’s? Thanks and hope you had an awesome Christmas! Craig aka Kuwinda

That's a badass weapon @Aussie_Hunter, congrats!!! I can't wait to hear how the 450R performs on a big buff!

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@TOBY458 is spot on in my book. All of my rifles are suppressed with the exception of the medium/big bores. When I'm at the range or under some kind of enclosure with any rifle (suppressed included) I always use hearing protection, just because it is easy and is that "belt and suspenders"...

Welcome @ret271! You’ve got some great countrymen on AHF that I always enjoy hearing from, so glad to have another Aussie in the mix as well! Look forward to hearing the story on that Banteng - he’s a toad for sure!!! Cheers Mate!

Quick update - I just got this rifle in from @Green Chile and while I knew it was gonna be nice, I was literally blown away when it came out of the packing! The stock is absolutley stunning and the action is like butter - as smooth as any I've ever seen or handled! Could not be more pleased...

Just did some business with @Proneshooter and @KCSafari - both guys are as about as solid as they come and I would welcome the opportunity to do business with each again!!! Thank you gentlemen!!!

Welcome WUD! You now have a wealth of knowledge at your disposal, so don't hesitate to use it. Good luck on planning you safari and please keep us apprised every step of the way.

Looks like one happy girl and a great goat! Congrats to all involved!

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.for stateside 224 Valkyrie .280 AI 300 PRC For Africa/Oz 300 H&H 375 H&H 404J

Add @Bonk to the list of good guys - a gentleman in the truest sense of the word and a pleasure to deal with! Thanks Bonk!

Great idea for a thread @Altitude sickness; I love seeing everyone’s pups and hearing the stories behind them. Just goes to show we have as diverse tastes in dogs as we do in guns - a great looking group for sure! This is my pup Yopi, a Rhodesian Ridgeback just shy of three years old. She is...

Welcome Mark!

Cheers from the Hill Country Papa72!

Fantastic story and outcome - congratulations to your daughter! Interestingly enough, daughters seem to be much better listeners and at following directions when they first start hunting than their brothers for some reason, at least in this household, lol!

I like what CBH Australia has in his battery - a couple of his favs in the .260 Rem or 7mm-08 would both be worthy of consideration for your contentment rifle, as they will do everything the .243 will and then some. They would still be good choices for your wife and kids and you would have lots...

Congrats on an unbelievable safari. It doesn't matter whether it was your first, last or anything in between - it will be the one by which all others are judged! I'm guessing you already have plans for an encore, as the addictive nature of Africa does not bode well for a "one and done". BTW...

Stunning!!! True works of art in two of the most practical (and functuonal) calibers you could have chosen!!! Thanks for sharing.

Welcome and sure glad you joined us and coreydb!

Fine looking rifle in an awesome caliber - I love it!!!

DW2003, Well done all the way around! A fantastic job of detailing the good, the bad and the ugly - in my book, the measure of a truly well written journal. The photos were a great visual of the narrative and integral to the story line. The only thing I found to be missing was any mention of...

Very nice Red Leg! love the blue bull too - is that an Aoudad to his right that we can barely see? Ruger 375 Fan, the funny thing about sable is the bigger they are, the harder it is to make them look natural on the wall - a first world problem for sure. Sound like y'all got some nice ones...

@Dirtdart and @ay2626 are aces, straights and flushes in my book!!!

Welcome to the rock Aaron! Always glad to have another Aussie join us - love the NT!

DW2003, What a fantastic, chronological journal of your adventures - you've got our attention now and we anxiously await the rest of the story. I could almost smell the hyptis and feel the adrenaline pumping as you described following up the wounded buff, nothing you ever take for granted...

Welcome Motorhead and Doubleplay is spot on with his advice - a trip to one of the conventions is well worth every penny. Would like to personally invite you to DSC in Dallas in January - you won't be disappointed!

Welcome aboard friend!!!

Wow, doesn't this bring back memories (which I will save for another time) - I can't wait to hear the rest of the story!!! Please carry on.

AY2626 brings up a great point - not everyone is a crook and there are sometimes legitimate reasons why sellers do certain things and we don't mean to paint everyone with that same broad brush. That said, it pays to be vigilant and as I indicated before, that sixth sense or gut feeling is...

Go with your gut -it is almost always correct and it sounds like there are enough redflags that you should stick to one of the routes Bullthrower338 and TTundra have suggested. If he is legit, he won't have a problem with it - if he is resistant, that probably answers your question. The...

Welcome Coreydb - glad to have you in the family!

Welcome Ace! Congrats on your hunt and be prepared for an addiction that has no cure!

Looks like we got the north covered too, thanks!

I’ve spent a good bit of time in San Saba with one of my best buddies, whose wife just happens to be from Goldthwaite - small world, eh?

Thanks to all and glad to see all those Texas towns represented that I've been to at one time or another.