.303 Brit - Status in Africa

[Hunter4752001]

This is more a question out of shear curiosity than of any pressing importance.

I've seen references that a number of African countries prohibit international hunters bringing rifles in "military" calibers. While recognizing the limitations of .303 Brit, I was wondering whether the caliber was old enough to no longer be regarded as a "military" caliber for the purpose of the import restriction?

 

[Bosbeer Bekker]

Hi Hunter
I am not sure about restrictions in African countries, but can only speak on my own experience. I own a dead standard military 303 British rifle, and to be quite onest I would not hesitate to take any African animal except for , elephant,rhino and buffalo.
I generally think alot of hunters me included get caught up way to much with this caliber is far better than another.That being said if you shoot any living animal with poor shot placement , guaranteed death will be far and the animal will suffer.
It seems the new fashion is to hunt at extreme distances...way beyond what I would describe as hunting as there's almost no stalk in the process.

That's just my 5c worth.

Keep safe and healthy.

Regards,

Bosbeer Bekker