@NIGHTHAWK ... To be clear: I have no issue with the caliber. In fact, I am considering taking a single shot pistol in .243 on a Sitka blacktail hunt in a couple weeks. That was simply a pre-emptive shot on behalf of another forum member.
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My thing is and always will be shot selection, bullet construction, and being honest about one's own personal limits.
Oh, Bob? No offense taken. I like Bob, respect his opinions (most of them) , enjoy reading his posts or replies and appreciate his sense of humor. He’s a great contributor!
I’ve been a member at AH for some time, but in the beginning I was reluctant to post or reply because I really didn’t think I had much to offer… I just read what was interesting or topical and tried to apply what was helpful.
As a practice I try to post or reply in a way that is helpful. Primarily with firsthand experience.
I’ve taken my .243 on 2 Safaris and specifically at the request of my PH. Just about every PH or landowner who’s concession I’ve hunted, that sees my .243, tells me they have one. In most cases (I’m told) it was the first rifle or caliber they took an animal with… My PH probably just wants my ammo!
I don’t knock anyone for their rifle or caliber of choice -as long as they are ethically hunting with them. If my definition of ethically hunting is different than others, then that is likely a different discussion!
When I post, or reply, I try to encourage others based on my experience or their circumstance. Now, if I read an unusually story that doesn’t add up, I’ll ask a few questions to help others understand. From time to time there are some magical yarns spun on here that seem far fetched. As a community dedicated to ethical hunting I believe it’s our collective duty to validate these claims - as politely as possible!
Rest assured, I’m certain my next Safari post will not be: .22-250 On Safari…
Don’t hold your breath on the .243!