For a plains game hunt in eastern Cape does it really matter what boots you wear as long and they are comfortable, broke in, and water proof? I understand that a quiet boot is needed for stalking dangerous game up close. Didn't figure it would be that important for a plains game hunt. I got an email today Jim Greene boots have a sale on some models for a time being. African rangers is the pair I've looked at. Are they a suitable boot for a plains game hunt?

Gday all,

Wondering how the Delta Point Pro has been going, reliability/durability wise, on bigger calibres?

Looking at putting one on a Win 70 .375 H&H.

I prefer to use leupold products because of good after sales back up. I have never has issues with any Leupold optic in the past.

Thanks…

The intent is to shoot the Tsavo 375H&H with lighter slugs and a high power variable on Warne QR rings for PG. Then, switch to a low power 1-6X on QR rings for DG and heavier slugs. So it begs the question: If I take the scope off and put it back on, does the POI shift?



Had the opportunity to do a quick test at the range a couple of weeks ago. First I sighted around 1.5” high at 100 yds with DoubleTap 250gr TTSX zipping along at about 2725 fps.



A respectable...

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I'm excited that this gun arrived in the mail today, back from some fine tuning by my gunsmith. After a quick range session it seems that it shoots as good as it looks. A Merkel 95S 12x12/9.3x74R fitted with a Krieghoff Semper insert barrel in .22 WMR, and with a Noblex 1-6x scope with illuminated dot #4 reticle in QD pivot mount. Thanks to Jacob Strasser of Alberta for the skilled fitting of scope and insert barrel.
I don't think there's much on earth that couldn't be hunted with this...

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I am selling a very special rifle, and absolute dream to handle. It is like it was just built.

So here it is, for sale an exceptional Winchester Model 70 Pre-64 chambered in .270 win (Serial #403911, manufactured in 1957) is a magnificent example of a Classic American Sporter, beautifully stocked by the legendary Jerry Fisher of the American Gun Maker's Guild as a lightweight alpine rifle weighing 6.5lbs. Though unsigned, which is a common occurrence for builders like Jerry...

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