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I have the CTR in 7mm-08 and had a T3 Laminate in .308 long before that. I like both magazines no contest. The 10 round CTR took a lot of pests from the vehicle in follow up shots. The plastic magazines feed smoothly. When Im on foot I carry a spare loaded 3 or 5 round in my top pocket in...

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Hey everyone, Russ turns 50 today. I was fortunate to catch up with him yesterday in his hometown. We met his better half. Great bloke and I’m hoping he has a great day celebrating his 50th with family.

Just saw this on Facebook so I thought I would share. A foldable Fedora for Safari https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19sK1YXwzq/?mibextid=wwXIfr

On that note terrorists even choose Toyota Landcruiser and Hilux for desert warfare. I don’t think they are so fussy with car bombs where any sedan that make it to the target is loaded as a weapon

I rode in a few Land Rovers as a kid and had great memories of being in the bush. It had a lot to do with Land Cruiser Utes in employment driving them daily and at bushfires. Land rovers are admired by collectors and enthusiasts in Australia. Land cruisers are used by the mining industry...

@Kevin Peacocke calling Land Rover enthusiasts.

Nice offer

Warthogs are cool.

Russ, I bought a Redfield in ~2008 and I believe they were made by Leupold around that time. For whatever reason I think they bought the company to keep it alive and have a budget brand. I think the information around that time was that they were a Vx1 model with only cosmetic differences.

Here are some nice MKC offerings for anyone interested. A bit pricey on our exchange rate. https://beardedbutchers.com/collections/mkc-the-bearded-butchers-knives-collaboration

Enjoy the trip. Loving how members are counting down the days till they travel

It must be made of a material that won’t tarnish when spreading the Vegemite.

Sounds like blast, if I hunted the UK I think dressing for the part would be part of the experience. I have no desire to wear a kilt or to see anyone shooting prone wearing a Kilt.

My Zastava .308 was in a synthetic stock and the front action screw used to loosen and accuracy went out the door. But, it was just a matter of working it out and eliminating it. Might have been that one rifle. My M77 was in .300wm in a Ramline stock. It had an action screw that went through...

The article I can see online says he was guiding at the time. It says the handgun was waived to scare it off . Apparently he had been known to say he would rather be killed by an elephant than kill one himself.

C’mon Ma’ate, Vegemite is an Aussie staple. It’s recognised the world over. As @458JCE says Anchovies are best as a sauce ingredient. The South Africans had never seen anyone put Woochester, Worchestershire, you know Hot sauce on Bacon. Bacon and eggs for brekky, pass the Wooster sauce...

“Big Momma” sounds fitting

Sounds like a useful power range for versatility. Meopta are good glass but seem to be heavier than comparable spec scopes.

Pumba, On the safari ride in Pumba game reserve I had the other visitors cheering for Pumba every time we saw a Warthog.

No doubt, Just encouraging him to contribute more. I may have missed some of his reports but as I remember some comments Russ mentioning hunting with the .303 and maybe helping some new shooters with the .243 I’m keen to hear of his adventures. He is fortunate to have so many accessible...

Are you trying to to get his blood pressure up? I reckon he should buy a .243 and give it a go.

I reckon they are sought after in Australia too.

How are the sheep tails done?

Bob will be here soon. He puts .243 in his search bar he will find the comments

yeah, I can see your browser history in n that pic. Used guns is my other favourite site

G’day mate, I hunted with @GAME 4 AFRICA SAFARIS I didn’t mention the Rusks. Great stuff. When Lionel suggested I dip them in Coffee I was surprised. I’m terrible with biscuits and was already doing it. If everyone thinks our Chocolate coated Tim Tams are good they are. But our Arnotts...

Adding to this I don’t remember all I ate in New Zealand but the toasted sandwiches, Salami and hospitality at Von Gruffs home were well received and not forgotten.

I’m not a big foodie but I still like good food. At home Tacos or Nachos are good , cheap and easy. I have eaten in a Mexican restaurant that had more variety than the simple stuff. South Africa. They done an amazing job Roasting Lamb first night and Brai meals most evenings. Aussies like a...

I take it as “Chumming “ being throwing out Burley. Kinda like baiting. Knowing you I’m sure there is no motive here. But, being an Aussie we do like to stir our mates so, Maybe you need to post a hunt report with the .243

Of the game meats I think Gemsbok was the standout. The PH grilled several varieties of backstrap in our stay.

I don’t recall seeing Australian game in the image. Maybe it’s time to head Down-Under and get an Aussie hat as a memento. There are tons of Baseball caps available as souvenirs but Akubra make straw hats in western and dress styles.

Yes, and the image is from that hunt. It has the Carbon Fibre stock and C/F wrapped barrel. I got a few good deals and it came together for me. I recall your recent post about detachable magazines. There is a chance to lose them or even forget to pack them from home. In some instances on...

Is that a good or a bad thing? I like Tikkas because they work but I do appreciate a traditional looking rifle. Except this one, this one is Pretty.

I didn’t take a Zebra but I was able to hunt the others in my first safari. I could have, should have purchased a cheap Zebra rug at the airport. Should have listened to Bob, who would have thought.

I don’t like the embellishments but I’m sure they meant well when they done it

My Tikka CTR in 7mm-08. I bought this as a workhorse because I wanted a 7mm-08 and it was on clearance. I wanted a truck gun to use from the vehicle. I named it Ugly Betty and still do. I have done some good shooting and made memories with this rifle.

I understood the question and if a set of .308 dies is the only hurdle to you reloading for a .308 that’s not a huge expense. As for the other 2 one of them I have never owned. Potentially a property loaded .6.5cm would be better. As for recoil and suppressors the suppressor is said to...

The Boker has history and a story. As for the firearms live life your way. I wanna give my family a leg up but I want to have some memories to take with me.

If I had to choose from what I own I would probably take my .375H&H and .308. But I would like to use my wife’s 7x64 if it was for Africa.

Congratulations on a great hunt. Just clarifying Von Gruff is in New Zealand I’m in Australia I do like the covered sheath option. I considered the Tahr Hunter model with that.

Apparently there is a meaning behind pineapples when it comes to wives and girlfriends. I dunno what you are into but you made the comparison. Not my thing I will leave that one alone.

Most custom knives should be looked after and passed down. A lot of members have purchased custom knives from Garry at Von Gruff Knives in New Zealand. They are affordable custom knives and he can offer different materials and designs to suit your needs..

I hear the Pineapple on a Pizza is a problem, allegedly Italians don’t like it. Seriously, is this a first world problem? Have you tried a Hawaiian pizza in Australia. They are a favourite alongside Meatlovers. Yours truly. A.Curmudgeon

I can relate to that.

Snakes are protected here unless they pose a threat. Rural land occupants tend to like keep a .410 shotgun handy for those times they pose a threat.

I asked plenty of questions of Game 4 Africa before committing. Mine was a management hunt and they still answered questions promptly and professionally. It was my first international trip and safari. I can’t fault them. They took on board the information they asked me and tailored...

No Bob, those are anti inflammatory tablets. They will not prevent geriatric old fart problems Not just your cardiologist mate.