Recently carrying my rifle for long days I got to thinking about scope weight. The scope definitely places a weight on the rifle that makes it a bit more awkward to carry. I currently have a Kahles Helia 1-5x illuminated that is 16.76 oz. When I looked at comparable scope to try and reduce weight I found the Swarovski 1-6 illuminated is 16.4 oz and the Leica Fortis 1-6 is 19.2 oz (wow, really!)

I doubt that going to the Swarovski would make much of a change to the awkwardness the scope...

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We have 2 elephant left for 2026 (18-22lbs)

Inclusive
Ph fees
Daily fees
Trophy fees
Daily fees
All government fees
Accommodation
Food and local drinks
Laundry done daily
Airport transfers

Does not include
Tips
Dip n pack
Taxidermy fees
Air tickets
Observer fee $300 per day.

This hunt is in the Mucheni conservancy in the Binga district
these are Zambezi valley elephants so they are not big elephants.

We also have hippo , croc tags left for this year
$5000 trophy fee...

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I am asking for prayer for a good friend who is having very serious health issues. Her name is Teresa and she does not have a clear diagnosis yet.
They have just started running a barrage of tests on her. They believe some kind of cancer but they have'nt found it yet. She is her families only source
of income and she is raising her grandchild. extrordinary lady! When I was diagnosed with cancer six years ago it was very comforting knowing people all
over the world were lifting me up! So I...

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Question Guys, we booked a 3 animal package hunt in August of 2024. We paid a deposit at the time. We are 40 days out and just received a notice that the package price went up 42%. To be fair it did say price subject to change. So i guess our fault for not asking more questions. 42% just seems a little steep. Is this common practice for South African Hunting industry?

So, have you used Hornady interlocks, what caliber, how many grains, and at what game?
Experiences?