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Tested on the tv show Mythbusters-

Congratulations on a proper trophy-something I have never hunted. Thanks for taking us along with you!

It varies country to country. Be sure to check with your ph or gun importer to be completely clear. South Africa was no problem but some of the other countries might be.

First was a nyala at around 200 yards with a .300wm and 200 gr tbbc handloads. Dropped in his tracks so most likely encountered the spine. Downward angle so makes sense. One of Africas most beautiful antelopes for sure-

First hunt was plains game In South Africa. My second trip my wife wanted to go so we went back to the same place. I knew what to expect and knew she would be happy/comfortable there. There were also animals I had not connected with or that I didn’t have time to hunt, so new species was a big...

I used a 7mm-08 with a bonded 150 gr bullet and I agree with your assessment. Put the bullet where it needs to be on the first shot and they do just fine. Will look forward to more details when you get caught up (y)

Finished taxidermy should breeze through-even “raw” products should be in and out in a day or two. I truly hope you aren’t paying storage for extra days. Good luck I am excited to see your finished products

In post #8 there was mention of a safari happening in July of this year. Did that safari happen and if so, how did the rifle and loads perform?

Several copies available on eBay as well for around $200.

Love Gunnies’ idea-Tiny Ten!

1. If you don’t like the context or question of a post-simply do not respond. 2. It’s always about the money. 3. I’ll never fly cattle class again in my life. I’ll wait another year to pay for the “luxuries!”

More than one of the early great Elephant hunters had ele skulls cut apart so they could answer and explore your same question-just on elephants rather than buffalo. The difficulty is that most of us aren’t willing to cut apart our prized skulls to gain the answer. Maybe a taxidermist that...

The only good thing that came From this entire post is that I used the “ignore” button for xpraetor . . .

When did we attach hairstyle to manliness and then to the 6.5 specifically?! What do balding men shoot? What about men turning grey? White hairs?! Wigs? Dyed hair? What about teenagers who haven’t determined their hairstyle yet and cannot grow a beard of any caliber? What should girls be...

I’ve hunted on “farms” where the owner allowed specific ph’s to hunt on the property with clients. The hunting was good, and I liked seeing the operation. The prices were the same as the ph’s price list but the ph may have given them some sort of kick back I am not aware of. This type...

There are already some great options, no need to switch or really even to bother experimenting. And for the record, my 7mm-08 and 150gr Accubond long range were awesome last summer in South Africa- They can reinvent the wheel, I don’t need to try it-

One of the classics!

Greetings from Utah-although I visit Montana for bird hunting once in awhile. Lots of folks just like you on here! Looking forward to your hunt report-

“The Hunting Game” by Kevin Thomas would scratch that itch for you. “21 Days in Africa” by Donarski is pretty entertaining. Sporting Classics publishing has a handful of good offerings-I would start with “Africa” Forty One adventures from the dark continent. I have gained a lot from...

I do not. I agree, standing far away, not Trying to get Close for a picture. Just too old to get up a tree maybe. Some people deserve what they get, I didn’t feel Like this guy had anything coming

there is a video you can look up as well but near as I can tell this was an un provoked attack on a man who was staying out of the way.

Only have shotguns in O/U configuration, single trigger and I keep an open choke in the top barrel. If I only fire one shot it is the easiest to reload. Left handed, don’t know if that makes a difference or not

And sorry to report that ups is not one dime better-

Reported and ignored your fealings-

Makes you wonder what goes on in the sorting room to create that kind of damage. Really unbelievable that they routinely do stuff like this

Haven’t read this one in awhile and am enjoying reading it again. It tends to fuel a fire to return and hunt!

There were a lot of guys who had trips planned and I think most of them need to do reports still. . .

Mr. Hober explains in the podcast that it is labor force from The small town in which they live that is the problem. Also cost and value of new equiptment. It is worth mentioning that Barnes also operates out of a very small town and Factory and constantly has staffing issues which have...

Your picture in post 26 is exactly what I would do-open mouth but not aggressive. “Panting” Also Phil is one of the greats as far as cat work goes-truly a master or masters

Glad you made it safely, even if some gear hasn’t yet. Excited to hear more details when you can post them. Good luck!

Today at work is Grilled chicken and pineapple and peppers and onions and turned it all into chicken tacos. Yesterday was a tri tip on the grill, turned out awesome!

I’ve not seen holes drilled for tags but it is common to drill holes to inject insecticide into horns that won’t detach from the skull-

Entertainment value is better when it is dressed up a bit

Congratulations on your first! I’ve had trouble with the blesboks for some reason. I missed the first one I ever saw then hit him poorly a couple times before I got him down. Then years later I missed a chip shot at one on camera. I just got the mount back last week and I like it much more...

Giant Sable are thought to be a geographically separate and of course larger horned species. Notably they are absent from that particular price list unless my reading glasses are lying to me. There weren’t a lot of them before the war and after the war there is much research going to gauge...

Check with mark biggerstaff-he is hunting right now and using the exact thing you are seeking, he often has some to share with those in need.

I was just about to ask about birds. . . ;)

End result when my 55 pound female lab argued with the male 110 pound chessie over ownership of a tennis ball-I believe. My daughter was caring for them while I was out of town. Surgery reqd to replace torn bottom lip and flush punctures through her nose and upper plate. Cone of recovery for...

Not just point creep but as people gain more points they jump to other units where they might get lucky to draw. That and many units offering less non resident tags the last two seasons can bite you! I don’t rely on an outfitter and just look forward to trying again next season-

Game4Africa is a supporter here and can offer greater kudu a couple hours drive from their main concession. Nathan Florian just posted a hunt with them and shot a nice bull there-you can find it in the hunt reports section-

I inherited grandpas pre 64 .30-06 and still use it occasionally. I took it with me in 2022 as a way to take him with me. I shot factory tbbc ammo and had a wonderful trip. Kudu down to steinbok. You will enjoy the metal buttplate:ROFLMAO: Best luck with yours!

His recent podcasts with Duckworths are very Entertaining as well-can find them on YouTube or your podcast provider on your phone

I kinda feel like you are pushing the cart ahead of the horse. Maybe do some checking into available hunts and places to do them then start working on ammunition. That said, the 300 gr A frame in your rifle will cover the bases nicely. The 350 if you can find it. . .

Your ph when you have one will also discuss bullet and caliber with you. Seems like solids are mostly being phased out in preference of modern, well constructed “soft” bullets. Your ph should have the final say on the issue. Those topics are also discussed in the perfect shot books-

He got gored by a water buffalo?! Change, adapt, overcome

And by that I mean you should practice extensively on shooting from sticks. . .

Mine is engraved for 1500 and I had zero issues with it. Elevation in South Africa is a much different factor than where I normally hunt. Don’t sweat the small stuff, just pet the sweaty stuff. . .

Just saw the e mail, my oldest daughter drew Wyoming non resident antelope. I pretend to be the “guide” and pretty sure we are required to let her husband attend. Will be a good time, looking forward to her hunt!-

Apparently you are not referring to the Safari Club International Blue Bag program-which is a very cool system. Speaking as someone who attends a lot of concerts and conferences (providing medical aid/part of my job) I can tell you honestly humans no matter the venue, are messy. (Nice way of...

I’ve wired money a dozen times and the only issue at any time was with my bank. It was easily resolved and only thing lost was a day or two of time. I am not nervous about wiring money but knowing the ph makes it much better. As previously stated, you can do it on line yourself and it isn’t too...