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I bought a Husky 146 from Simpsons. Had it rechambered from 9.3x57 to 9.3x62. Large ring 98 action. I bedded the action and added two Talley crossbolts. Put a 2-7x scope on it and took it to Africa. It's my favorite rifle.

I could not watch the whole video. Just too painful. I've shot double triggered sxs shotguns my whole life and I think anyone new to double rifles should buy a twin triggered sxs double and shoot a lot of clays. Shooting doubles at skeet and sporting clays will build muscle memory and make you a...

Nothing at all wrong with a sleeved double. You are basically getting a new set of barrels. Critics sometimes say that sleeving destroys the balance of a good gun but that has not been my experience. Sleeving is a costly endeavor that requires a lot of skill. The gunsmiths doing sleeving...

My mistake. I saw a photo of another model.

Thank you. Shoots very nicely too.

Front swivel no longer a barrel band and the stock is now a Monte carlo.

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My favorite is a Husqvarna Mauser in 9.3x62. Made about 1940. It is a Model 146 that was a 9.3x57 that I had rechambered to 9.3x62. It's a plain rifle but it sure looks old school cool.

Interesting that you describe it like being in a car accident. That's exactly what I told my wife about the recoil when my rifle was at its original weight. I told her that it felt like I'd been in a car crash. I too had headaches until I brought the weight of my gun to what worked for me. I...

My 416 RM weighed 9 lb 4 oz w/o scope and it beat me up. A little better with a scope at about 10 lbs 4 oz. I added weight to make it weigh 12 pounds with the scope and it was comfortable to shoot. I carried it without a sling for 10 days no problem. Add some weight.

I brought one home and gave it to my son. Now I wish that I'd bought myself one. I will on the next trip.

I have one. I think they were all full choke with 2 1/2 inch chambers. I've shot dove, barn pigeons and skeet with mine.

Beautiful rifle. Nice books too.

My wife and I split up our cash. We each have a money belt plus a pouch that we sling under our shirts. Since we also do side trips to Kruger and other tourist spots, I carry a "fake" wallet. I fill it with old gift cards and other official looking stuff and maybe fifty dollars in small bills...

Yes Riaan is a busy man.

Very nice hunt report. Your photography and writing are excellent! I have hunted the Waterberg with Riaan and Henk and you were in good hands. I especially like your attitude towards the hunting. That it's the totality of the experience and not just the killing. I'm quite sure that you will...

I'm glad you like your suppressed Model 70 but it's not for me. I like classic guns and rifles and wouldn't think of doing that to a rifle. I know the suppressors have some positive attributes but I enjoyed learning to handle the recoil of my 416 and did not find it terribly loud while hunting...

As others have pointed out, a good first shot and quickly reload and keep shooting as long as he is upright. Plan on shooting your gun until empty. Dry fire with dummies is great for this. Always practice as if it's the real thing. NO catching brass while practicing. If you do, you'll do it...

Totally worth it and cheap. Spend the money.

Of you decide to use Africa Sky, they will arrange your gun permit and meet you at the airport. You can even have them meet you at the gate. Their rep will handle getting the guns checked at the police station and then they will transport you to the guest house. On arrival they will secure your...

The problem we have is that we're at the mercy of guys like this to get the paperwork done. I was a public servant for over 30 years and wouldn't of dreamed of treating the public in a disrespectful manner. Some people do not have the temperament to work with the public and they get away with...

I had a bad experience at BWI three years ago. Called ahead and when I got there was told that they had never heard of a 4457 and did not have the form. Luckily I had brought my own. No one knew what to do so finally a supervisor showed up who was pretty belligerent. He very reluctantly filled...

The good news is that the Greener bolt is properly fitted and actually engaging the rib extension. I agree with others that the gun just needs breaking in. I do close my vintage doubles gently but I am sure you won't damage a modern double by closing the gun firmly and letting the top lever...

If the rifle has sling swivels I'd say it anchors the front swivel. Swivels fastened to the bottom rib put a big strain on the rib and perhaps the gunmaker was looking to prevent a rib separation. A picture from the side would clear this up. I'm also assuming that it doesn't interfere with sighting.

Once you're with your outfitter the logistics of having the toddlers along will be easy but, it's a very long flight. The stress level will be high already because it's your first trip. Since we all seem to go back again and again, consider waiting to take the kids. Take them when they're 10 or...

Entirely correct BeeMaa. For really dense patterns it's important to keep velocity in the lower ranges. 1175-1225 is a good starting place.

High velocity shotshells are really a gimmick. The sphere shape of a pellet is terrible aerodynamically. Worse if it has the silly "belt" around it that some makers use. The drag on individual pellets increases dramatically with an increase in velocity. So much so that at longer ranges the high...

Good on you. I hunted Bushpig one evening with Riaan and did not shoot because I just couldn't see well enough to accurately place my shot. One half moon just didn't give enough light. Riaan understood but no time to try again. BTW, I shot a nice Bushbuck on that same property. Riaan and Henk...

Well done on the hippo. I've hunted with Riaan and Henk and hope to get back to Bosveld Jacobs soon and see the new lodge.

The Weatherby gives you 300 additional fps that you don't need and you pay the recoil penalty. The ph and trackers don't appreciate the muzzle brake. Get a 416 Rigby, Ruger or Remington that gives you 400 grains at 2400. With a rifle of appropriate weight, no brake needed.

My PH said he never worried about animals scenting us because we always hunted and stalked into the wind. We did not sit in any blinds. We got very close to some animals. No long range stuff.

I never wear hearing protection while hunting.

As a retired firefighter, large structures built of small dimension lumber make me very uncomfortable. While they may have a sprinkler system in the occupied spaces to allow people to escape, they rarely are designed to protect the structure. With steel and concrete it's a contents fire, with...

I've been to Limpopo twice and have taken Malarone both times. The travel Doc I saw was also a malaria researcher who had been to Limpopo. He said the maps are useless and it all depends on the local weather conditions. I hunted along the Limpopo on one trip and was in and near Kruger Park on...

I've used them for two safaris the last being in 2022. Wyatt is great. He handles everything and keeps you well informed.

Just take the 375. If it is a quality rifle, the chance of it failing is near zero. Simple is better.

You can make it as tough as you like if that's the issue. Hunt a very large property on foot. Walk and stalk. Wild self sustaining animals. If that's not good enough I don't get it.

Hemingway. He killed at least one rhino and a buff with his G&H ought six.

I used a 416 RM for Buffalo and plains game on my last hunt. Worked out fine. The Swift Aframes left little exit holes in Bushbuck and Warthog. No excess damage. I strongly advise lots of practice off the sticks. I shot just under 300 rounds of 416 in the year and a half before my trip. In...

Check that the crossbolts are tight. Do this by trying to slide them back and forth. I had one that was loose. I removed both and reinstalled with blue loctite.

Last year I took a 416 Rem and used it for Buffalo and plains game. I used the same ammunition for both. 400 grain a-frames. I took two scopes. A 1.5-4x for buff and a 2-7x for plains game. The detachable mounts made by Warne held zero. I knew they would because I'd been using them for about two...

My wife a I I have taken Malarone on two trips without any issues.

My wife and I went to a travel clinic at the University of Maryland. The doc there was a malaria researcher who often traveled to the Limpopo province and Kruger areas. He said malaria was definitely present and we needed to take medication.

Perfect room Red Leg!

I replied to this in 2020 but I'll add some more info. I went to South Africa in May of last year and had fired 295 rounds of practice shots through my Winchester Safari Express in 416 Rem and its two Leupold scopes. A 1.5-4x and a 2-7x. Both Freedoms. No change of zero during travel and no...

To beat the already dead horse: Keep it simple! 1. Zero for 200 yards and forget about worrying about drop. 2. Shoot as much as possible off the sticks and practice staying in the gun and working the bolt quickly for a second shot. 3. Practice making the shot within three seconds. 4. Dry fire...

I use Safari Specialty Importers. No worries, just write a check. I think the price is reasonable for the peace of mind. Excellent communication, Wyatt will get back to you promptly if you have questions or concerns.

Hello SikaMDhunter, I live in Dorchester County and have been to the RSA twice. Most recently in May of this year. If have any questions or concerns I'd be happy to help.

I suggest just one 404 and nothing else. If your rifle breaks, your PH will make a plan and get you a rifle to use. Not many rifles fail on what really are short hunts. If you memorize your holdovers, any shot within normal ranges are easy. Earlier this year I took a 416 with two scopes. A low...

That Baker is in amazing condition. It's very rare for a field grade gun to survive in that condition. I own three Bakers and think we'll of them. I'm sending a pm.