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Looking for recommendations on a family safari package for 4. My wife and I have hunted Africa before, but this will be our kids’ first trip over. They’ll be 11 and 12 at the time of the hunt.

We’re pretty open on species and setup, but currently leaning toward South Africa or Namibia. We’re targeting summer 2027 so we have time to plan and book the right trip.

Priorities are a family-friendly operation, good accommodations, solid experience for younger hunters, and an outfitter that can...

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All three of these "members" are selling high end optics at rock bottom pricing at the same time. I asked MarcoPolo57 for references on his S&B scope, and he listed the other two as references. Huntingbiggun responded to my inquiry within 60 seconds. Hunter06FLKY contacted me out of the blue. Again, all three of them are selling high end optics at what I perceive to be below market pricing right now. They are all also lowering the prices on the optics quickly. If this is some crazy...

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I recently bought a Mauser Type B in 8mm for what I thought was a great price with what appears to be a shortened barrel. My plan in purchasing this rifle was to use this as a donor for a 318 WR. While I know some will try and steer me in the direction of another caliber (and I get it), let’s proceed as if this is a done deal in terms of my decision. Aside from Lothar Walther, I am not finding many options for blanks here in the U.S. My question, for those who may have gone before me, is...

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Hello all!
First time heading to RSA with the wife in May 2027 for some plains game!
I’m leaning towards using a travel agent, PWP or travel express. Recommendations on the two? Went to New Zealand two years ago and I handled everything but based off what I’ve been reading an agent might be worth it.
Plan on using rifle permits Or one of the guesthouse services not 100% sure yet for rifle permits.

Any other things you might think a firstimer needs to know??

Thank you!