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Good price (I think?) on new Chapuis double in 450/400

$13,581. I've seen them listed elsewhere for up to $16,000.

I didn't recall that I had a reminder set up with Midway for when they get one of these in. I've now got a .404 and a 450/400 on order so I'm not a buyer, but the price seems good and I've always had good experiences with Midway going back nearly 50 years.

Politics

The USA has labelled both Canada and the EU as threats to their "National Security" in order to justify new duties declared by their military Commander-in-Chief on the international trade of steel and aluminum. So I suggest that USA made products such as firearms and ammunition should be sold exclusively within the USA so Canada and Europe can help our esteemed neighbour defend themselves and improve their national security. Sadly, I have come to the conclusion that Canadians and Europeans...

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Shooting Large Caliber Rifles (.375 H&H and Up) Following Shoulder Replacement Surgery

I need some advice from qualified people - othopedic surgeons or those who have had their shooting shoulder replaced - about the advisability of shooting large caliber rifles. I had my right shoulder replaced about a month ago, and am in physical therapy now. I have asked all of the orthopedic doctors about whether I would ever be able to shoot my large caliber rifles (.375 H&H Magnum, .416 Rigby, and .470 Nitro Express) again. I am meeting with the surgeon who performed the operation in...

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SOUTH AFRICA: Greater Kruger Umbabat Buffalo & Hyena Hunt With DERIAN KOEKEMOER SAFARIS Oct 20-30, 2026

@DERIAN KOEKEMOER SAFARIS - Umbabat Buffalo & Hyena 2026

Location

Greater Kruger, Umbabat APNR

South Africa | October 20–30, 2026

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Equipment

Hat: Dorfman Men’s Outback Hat ($55, Amazon). I really liked this hat. It’s an oiled canvas, bendable and crushable hat that can be reshaped and returned to its original form. I packed it in my checked duffel bag without needing a special hat carrier.

Footwear: Two pair. Colombia Newton Ridge Plus II Waterproof hiking boots...

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