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Heym versus Rigby

My very good friend @Kevin Peacocke asked me today why I am not a Heym guy versus the Rigby guy that I am. I told him first which speaks well oh Heym there just are not Heym calibers in 275, 9.3x62 or 404J available in the US. They are rare as hens teeth. Second I just prefer Rigby given I am a classical and nostalgic person and appreciate their quality. Just me

500’s revisited

Good afternoon everyone,

I have been planning a new 416 Rem Mag build with a GMA action customized to my specs to replace my Win Model 70 Safari Express as my primary carry. This is in motion and going along GREAT….. however….. I’m left feeling the NEED for a 500 caliber of some kind to fill the gap.

I’ve had two different Hannibal 500 A-Square rifles. The p17 actions worked well, but not my favorite design/feel. The stocks worked well to absorb recoil, but much better ones can be...

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1st african animal

Just got my 1st african animal ever the evening of day 1, a blesbok at about 40 yards with my 30-378 wby shooting 199gr hammer stone hammers, the bull went straight down with the shot. Talk about a whirlwind of emotions as I had dreamed of this day ever since I learned to read.IMG_20260628_152336.jpg

Pay It Forward-Free

Hi guys and gals,
I saw this on another forum and really liked the idea.
In a nutshell here is how this works:
Members put up an item that they may no longer need, want or have upgraded and it is just sitting around taking up space. The rules are that the item must be given away at no charge to the first person that names the item and says they will take it. In turn, the person taking the item MUST put something up in its place. For example, I will start this thread off with a box of...

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Safari/ Cartridge Belt and Slide Options and Opinions

Looking into different options on a belt and slide or a culling belt, Is there any big difference between using a canvas belt rather than a full leather one? I know it’s probably a fraction lighter perhaps but I also want something that’s not gonna sag, thoughts I’ve looked at some prior post and see guys with all sorts of options, On the other hand I’m unsure of a elastic slide compared to full leather, using .375 HH and .458Lott. I also want to stay light (no more than 1 extra accessory...

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