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I noticed a bunch of new brass from Norma for really odd calibers on the shelves here in SA, my 404J included. I immediately thought of Bertram. Your headline caught me out tho.

Reputation is everything. Case in point is I book my favorite places the minute booking opens, about 9 months before season starts. Risky because they only produce price lists a month before. But still, worth the effort. They never have a open week even though they've a bit of a farmer's bedside...

Wonderful buck. I've got a skin getting processed. Should be ready in a few months. The meat is excellent too, freezer is half empty, I'm going to have to go back out there soon.

Is there a list on this site of the best hunting experiences/locations in Africa/South Africa? I assume most of it is word of mouth.

Unbelievable. I've come across some difficult PHs but nothing like this. I've also had disputes on pricing after the fact, those are never nice. I know it's not always possible but having your own rifle is a massive win. Hired rifles, especially from a working farm is a 50/50 affair. You never...

My take on this is the cop snipers on the didn't see the shooter because the roof is pitched away from them and the only reason they're looking that way is because the crowds are shouting at them and waiving there arms. It explains why the cop snipers flinch when the first shot is fired and had...

They told me not to sharpen it. You can really punish the blade if you want to, very durable. Nice review here

That's quite a flex. Don't know what half of those are.

No harm done, it's all good. I was just happy to hear they had a good reputation. I have in the past *cough* "welded" a case to the inside of die. Wanted to know I had something good to work with here.

You may well be right. I found a domain name for them and a active website. https://chtoolanddie.com/

Fantastic to hear.

I managed to get a hold of Hornady cases, a bunch new and some once fired. They looked in good condition so i bought everything he had. Believe me I am relieved, started to thing I'd have to by rounds from the 70s.

Did a quick search, nothing came up. What's the quality like from C-H Tool & Die? 404J Dies are not sitting on the rack in gun stores here. Came across this one which I now have on loan, wondering if I should stick with the brand or not. I'm surprised at the inclusion of a flaring die. I...

I have VX5-HD on other rifles. It's an incredible product.

Looks like there's a trend towards red dot on big bore rifles. The shop recommended the Trijicon. Options are available with slight magnification if needed. No stock so I've got some time to make a decision. My general feeling my rifle is not an AR, not sure it's what i want, rather stick to...

I get this, really do. Quick release gives me options.

Just come back from gun shop, this was on the table.

Well, this South African right here, but that's not what you mean. There's a bunch of us here that look across the Atlantic and marvel at the National architecture, the founding if you like, that is America. And if I had to guess, Elon did exactly that. But my American friends have lost...

Yip, 55° throw.

Interesting. Something similar around dealing with problem elephants. Not broadcast but necessary.

I have an extremely impractical Lappland 70. I won't go anywhere without it.

At what distance did you take that shot? Do you remember the magnification? Forgive me, I'm a detailed kind of guy.

All of these look like great options.

There's a store down the road from me with an old'ish Leupold scope in the window. What are the odds it's a VX-R. I'll check with them tomorrow.

Greetings all. Been scratching around for a scope for my .404 Jeffrey. I like Leupold and would mind another. The VX-Freedom 1.5 - 4 or VX3-HD 1.5 - 5 looks worth while. If you think there's any other brand I should look at let me know. Do you think I'm 'under scope' for this caliber? My...

I was way off. You're not the first person to suggest Lee crimp die.

That makes a whole lot of sense.

Any opinions on crimping. 375 hand loads? Yes or no? I'm told often it isn't necessary, I figured I have your attention I may as well ask. Surprising to me that some people don't.

Sounds about right. I use Barnes 270gr. I was recommended to go 250gr for the slight advantage around 300 meters. The chance I'll need to take that shot is low.

I think they stopped making them in 2001 if I recall. It's got a few nicks. He might just make an offer.

.375. He's kind of bummed I got the Xbolt now he wants more toys. You know how it is.

It's worrying that I get no results from the search function for the term 'CZ 550'. Is there something I should know? (A buddy's been offered a deal on one.)

I knew joining this forum was going to cost me money. Which means I'll fit in just fine, I see.

Ah okay. Thank you very much @Tintin.

Forgive my ignorance, I'm a first time .375 owner. I have a .375 H&H but was given the Hornady Ruger die set as a gift. Is this actually incorrect or do i need to go out and get the H&H version? Thanks very much.