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That PH not only needed a kick in the balls but also a throat punch.

Just one in his right mind.

How many pieces do you have left?

A FMJ bullet. What design are you talking about? RN, RNFP? The fully jacketed bullets that I have seen are in the 350 grain range, designed for the 450 Socom. That bullet is a RNFP design, although they call it a round shoulder. Marketing idgits ugh. This bullet style is advertised by...

A left handed M77 MkIi African in 458 Win Mag with the Safari magnum barrel profile 416 Ruger would be nice. The did a limited run of LH 416 Rugers. 30-06 or 300 mag in an African. For Ruger No.1’s they have made them in a bunch of different calibers over the years and a bunch of...

I want my Zebra. The one that I shot. If your trophy doesn’t matter to you, then buy one in the airport and pass on shooting a Zebra.

Having shot a couple Holosuns a bunch over the years shooting competition, both have failed. They were replaced with C-More sights. On a dangerous game rifle, your life could depend on the sight system. The Holosun would be a no go for me. The C-Mores would be a no go. The RMR,SRO or a Delta...

I don’t see it as all that big a deal, but each to his own. If you don’t like the new fire dot buy a different model. The battery in my fire dot scope is at least a year old and still going strong. I am not sure what the battery life is but it probably several hundred hours. Not a major concern...

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Just finished a Buffalo hunt. My PH would not let me shoot with another Buffalo behind the target bull. He also made it very clear in the pre hunt talk that if I shoot a bull and it was pass through that hit another animal, I bought a second Buffalo.

Over is South Africa now. The lodge had Kudu skull cap. Saw a Gemsbok horn as a lamp post. Warthog Tusk bottle opener.

In South Africa I use permethrin on my socks, pants & shirts. I also use what ever bug spray they have in camp. State side I use Off. No special Shampoo and soap.

So… at breakfast this morning I asked my P H, and another PH what their thoughts on using solids was. Turns out it is a little different than the outfitters thoughts. They prefer a first shot with a quality expanding bullet, a follow up shot with a solid. One of them uses two different bullet...

Just finished a Buffalo hunt with a buddy. I used an ammo belt made buy Murray Leather. Very comfortable. Very easy to load from. My buddy used an ammo wallet. He dumped 3 rounds into his buff and started a reload that turned into a bit of a fiasco due the wallet being able to flop around. He...

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My PH for my upcoming Buffalo hunt recommended expanding bullets.

I would have to take a 375 Ruger if I was using a bolt gun. Would also take my 450-400 or the 458 win mag. Both of those are Ruger No.1’s Why the 375 Ruger? Well being left handed I am some what limited in available left bolt guns.

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My buddy was shooting his 375 Ruger and his groups were all over the place. The bases and rings had come loose. We torqued them back down and rezeroed. A week later and about 20 rounds later the bases needed to be re-torqued. My Ruger well over a 100 rounds through it no issues.

A left handed Hawkeye African in 30-06 Do another run of the left handed Hawkeye African in 416 Ruger. A left handed 458 Win Mag. Ruger No.1 C weight barrel chamber in 30-06 or 300 WM or even a 7X57 or 275 Rigby with the mid weight barrel.

That is very true. Don’t forget the big slithering 9’ long snake. The Black Mamba. Seems like I read somewhere that everything in Africa has teeth, fangs, claws and will kill you.

Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, Sudan, Ethiopia those are dangerous places in Africa. As many of us have stated you can find trouble anywhere. There are bad places in the townships that you should not goto or be in. Stick with your PH or guide if touring and have fun.

I am a believer in Darn Tough socks. I wear Darn Tough socks year round. Out last trip my buddy wore Cabela’s wool socks, his feet where hot and tired the whole trip. Good socks are a must for comfort. I used to wear Smart Wool, they changed the blend on the socks and they started pushing...

i use a Lee Classic press with breach lock. I load 243, 45-70, 375 Ruger and 450-400 NE on it with no problems. The breach lock makes it easy to switch dies. I have a station at my loading bench that has a half inch thick aluminum plate. It has the holes drilled and taped into it to accommodate...

In addition to the things listed above, I advised our group to use Permethrin on their clothing. Also to bring a bug spray. Follow the recommended packing guide. Two or three pairs of clothing. Don’t be like one of the guys on our last trip. He brought 3 pairs of boots, one pair was snake...

We used Aftons last trip and had our permits a month or more in advance.

I am being told by Africa Sky that the police are delaying processing permits till right before departure.

I went on Safari in 23 then joined. While searching for my next Safari I found AH and then joined.

As others have stated it is safe. Is a chance that civil unrest could flare up? Sure that can happen anywhere. If you are only hunting, you will be in the hands of the PH’s and your escort at JNB.

Slip is sold pending funds.

I am offering a Zebra skin rifle slip. The slip is fully lined with chocolate cow hide. The slip is also cut from the spine area of the zebra. It fits my scoped Ruger African 44.88” with room to spare. There is also a bolt bag that is fully lined. It will fit a standard long action bolt with...

Our trip in 2023 J’Burg in general did not feel unsafe. Soweto Township, very touristy but danger was lurking. We hoped out of the Van near Mandelas home. Quick scan of the surroundings and people, saw a big cheeseburger eating dude eyeing us. Eye contact made and he gave us a nod. Off we went...

Single shot H&R .410. Bunch of: Armadillos Starlings Sparrows Squirels Pheasants Quail Doves Copperheaded Rattle Moccasins One cooler raiding Raccoon. Two Skunks that insisted on living under the house.

Just curious if the boots being Buffalo and hippo if you experience a proclivity to wander towards water and mud? Great boots at a great price. Free bump

Have any of you experienced a delay on your SAPS 520?

The 375 Ruger on 1 gallon jugs at 35 yards. The round penetrated 7 of the 8 jugs. It exited high on the 7th jug and I was unable to find the slug. I am speculating I should have used a sturdier jug holder. I also figure the TSX shed at least one pedal as the was a small exit hole on jug #6 aside...

Right now my preference is blued steel, walnut, barrel band sling point. I also have stainless steel, laminated wood with barrel band sling point. The composite stocked, aluminum bedded, cerakoted, Savage 110 timberline in 308 gets a bunch of compliments. Favorite rifle is usually the one in my...

If I was not booked already for A Buffalo hunt in 3 weeks I would be on this like a hobo on a ham sandwich. Hopefully this deal pops up again.

I gotta agree with Altitude Sickness if you ever had a concussion, you can be less tolerant of the recoil. The muzzle blast can cause headaches. Poor balance and shooting posture can also cause the headaches. Shooting off the bench is another culprit. A good recoil pad helps, you nigh have to...

I have one his culling belts. Most comfortable one I have had. Another route if you are not real set on selling is have a leather maker or saddle maker punch a hole or two in the belt. Some the good ones can also shorten the belt.

I also would go with the 303.

Congratulations on a successful hunt. Pretty awesome to be able to take the kids and have them want to participate. I used a 308 on my trip in 23, took Wildebeest, Warthog, Zebra and Impala with it. One Shot on all with the Barnes TTSX.

We are also flying out on Delta on the 27th.

Leaving on the 9th from ATL Just curious if everybody has received their SAPS520 paper work? I was told that the police are delaying paper work till closer to the arrival date.

I decided to break out the Buffalo Target and do some shooting on it. Set up at 75 yards. Verified POI on the target to the right of the Life Size Buff Target. Target is slightly uphill. Then got on the sticks. First shot was to verify I was hitting where I thought I should. First shot was a...

Yes I have a plan. As the saying goes “The best laid plans on mice and men often go awry. Could be the Gun ADD.

Rain is stupid juice for some people. Owning a shooting range has proven this time and time again. Put up no parking signs due to muddy ground and where do they park? Right in the muddiest area they can find because it is close to their destination. My only comfort is the $200 tow bill they...

The North American Eastern Grey Squirrel!!! It does not belong there, some idgit thought it was a great idea to introduce tree rats to the Cape Town area. "The eastern grey squirrel was introduced into South Africa in the late 1890sby Cecil John Rhodes. He released squirrels on his Groote...

Yes it was and to experience it would be bad ass. Well to experience it with out the trip and fall would be bad ass. Marty was a cool customer. He fired from the ground. His shot on the first charge was great. A lot of people would have been amped up and unable to to make a shot from the ground...

Also left handed. I have narrowed my search to either a Heym 88B or a Chapuis. Champlins thinks highly of the Chapuis. The Heym has an accuracy guarantee. I like the looks of Chapuis better. I all ready load the 450-400NE so the caliber will be 450-400 NE. Although I have been eyeing that 470...