Just purchased a Tikka T3 in 7x 64. I could not resist. I may have also been compelled after the election to add somethings before the complete dissolution of the state of Georgia. What are some favorite loads worked up. Only a couple of commercial products available. Ive seen 173gr and 140 gr. I know it makes a great African caliber but was thinking about suppressing and changing the stock to a carbon fiber and making it a unique mountain rifle. Thoughts?

Experience the thrill of a Cape Buffalo hunt in the heart of South Africa.

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I think with the current state of the US and world markets, I thought I would make a thread so we can talk about what moves everyone is making.

The first thing out of the gate this morning, selling SQQQ, I bought this late on Friday.

I am looking at some bank stocks, Citi is going to open at 20% down today. There is no way I can not be buying back in on Citi at $40ish.

Also looking for entry points back into big tech. Apple, Amazon, Coupa, and Adobe.

Members, here are the components of a .500 Jeffery build:
1X Magnum heavy 24" inch barrel
1x Mauser 98 action ( receiver/bolt/magazine box/bottom metal)
1x American Black Wall Nut blank
Pacmyer recoil pad
V-express rear sight 50 meter , 100 meter and 150m flip up spring tension distance indicators
Buffalo Boss grip cap
Black Ivory forend
Alkenet root oil rifle stock finishing

This is my own component list....please take part in this discussion, WHAT WILL YOU WANT TO DO WITH SUCH A .500...

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I just got back from my first elephant safari, and what a great hunt it was!