Well.... I have had a varied career.
I started & owned my own commercial sign shop from 1991 to 2018; sold but am now back part time.
I started a retail gun shop in 2003; sold it in 2019.
I am also heavily involved part time in ministry. I am an ordained ruling elder in the Presbyterian...
SO sorry to hear. I had looked into hunting with him 3 years ago thru a South African I had met thru the gun shop I used to own. Although we never met, he was a 1st Class gentleman to deal with. Thank you for the opportunity to help out his family.
I’m primarily in the states an upland bird hunter. I have been to Africa 2 times and brought khaki colored shirts and pants, similar to what I use in the states in mid fall. Be prepared to shed layers and it can be cool in the early morning. The lodges I stayed in didn’t have heat, but they...
I bought a pair of Meindl Perfekt Walkers at Cabelas in the bargain bin 6 years ago. Took them to Africa for a month in 2015. Worked fantastic. Bought a pair of their Light Hikers to take in 2017. All day comfort, great support, zero issues, held up well to the thorns. Light but very tough...
I have used Meindl boots on 2 safaris. I also wear them most days at work. On my feet about 1/2 a day and walk 2-5 miles every day. I got them at Cabelas. Super comfy, high quality, long lasting. $200....
I have owned both and sell both. personally, I prefer the Trijicon. I am just not a fan of the CDS system. Two reasons: a. it’s totally not needed on a low power scope intended for short range, and b. I’m a simple man; I detest complex stuff in the field or gear that needs (in this case) an...
I have used (domestically & internationally) the Tuffpak case. BIG advantage: It weighs little. Most gun cases themselves weigh a lot and are pretty bulky AND they scream: "GUN INSIDE". The model 1050 is the best for guns. Easily holds 2 rifles and LOTS of extra gear. Check the website &...
I have taken my iphone both times, 2015 & 2017.
In 2015 I bought a SIM card & made sure my carrier knew I was abroad. It was a BIG headache in Senegal. I went there 1st for 2 weeks & did not change my SIM card.... Generally frustrating.
I used a new SIM card for the next 2 weeks in South...
I LOVE the Hornet. Why:
1. ULTRA COOL name
2. no recoil
3. quiet - i can usually shoot it w/o ear defenders
4. it's my go to gun for my farm... I've put down alot of critters with it: skunks, pick-u-porks (porcupines), wounded critters, etc...
5. VERY accurate... I usually shoot 100 yds or...
It's UNDERWEAR - no need to get all squishy @ it.... put it on, go hunt, change it & wash it... Remember what your momma told you: make sure you have clean underwer in case you get in an accident...
Low budget: Sako 85 Kodiak in .375 H&H - handy length, GREAT open sights, rock solid optics mounting system, boringly accurate. We have sold alot & I love shooting them. Top it off with a Leupold VX6 1-6 scope...
High budget: Blaser R8 Professional Success with a Blaser scope....
I shot several plains game last year with my 9.3x62 using handloaded 250 Barnes TSX bullets. All 1 shot kills. EXCELLENT performance. Also, I downloaded the shot placement app on my iPhone - VERY handy...
Cheers!
I have a 527 American in 22 Hornet. LOVE it - Boringly accurate. Everyone of my friends who shoots it loves it... I just use "el cheapo" Winchester ammo in a Burris 3-9 scope. BUY ONE NOWWWWWWW!!!!!!!
If your wife is recoil sensitive, go 150's.
Federal Fusion was designed from the ground up as a deer cartridge.
What @ Norma??? Oryx (180's) Or Kalahari (150's)
Hard to go wrong with Nosler....
I LOVE mine - used it on 2 trips last year. One in US, one to SA. I LOVE how it just keeps gobbling up gear. I used mine to put hunting clothes around the gun slip. ONLY drawback - at JFK I had to pull everything out as the police wanted to se all inside... (they were polite, but firm)...
I forgot to ad: I alo took a Leica V-Lux. GREAT camera. I made a coffee table picture book after with 11"x14" photos - was awesome! I got it used at BH Photo supply for under $400! What a steal!
I have been 2 times & shot most of all the animals you wish to take. My 1st trip I used a 375. This year I went for a giraffe. I asked my PH for suggestions. I said I was thinking of either a 30-06 or 9.3x62. He said if I brought my '06 he would only allow a brain shot as the skin at the...
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