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Ruger No 1 Scope options.

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I recently acquired a Ruger no 1 in 30-06 and need some recommendations for optics and scoping solutions. As the rifle sits I have picatinny bases on it but the rifle also has standard Ruger rings. I know Ruger makes offset rings if anyone happens to know the part number or after market manufactures for them I would be greatly appreciative of that information. If any one can let me know what set up you are running on a No.1 so i can get an idea, as I can already tell eye relief...

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Suggestions on things to take for first Cape buffalo hunt- Zimbabwe

Just a few weeks away from first my Cape buffalo and Africa hunt in Zimbabwe with CMS. Can't believe it's almost here. I know I have to buy a couple of light safari outfits, long pants I guess and short sleeve shirts. I think camo is not allowed. Any particular online stores sell these? I looked at Cabela and didn't see much. Would appreciate any other items you guys would suggest that I need to take. I'm not taking a firearm and will be renting there. I did get Jim Green boots...

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Picked Up Heym Martini Express 416 Rigby

Picked up my Heym Martini Express 416 Rigby a couple days ago. It does appear to be in new condition as described online. Having never handled one before, it is a very slim rifle and feels very lively in my hands compared to the CZ 550 and Brno’s I have. Really nicely put together rifle.

I went ahead and ordered some Talley QD 30mm 19mm rings and a Leupold Patrol 6HD 1-6x24mm 30mm Fire Dot Duplex scope from EuroOptic, they still have them on sale for $699, I’m shocked they still have...

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Elephant tusk weight- your goal for a “big” one

The 80# thread is exciting for big Tuskers, but not realistic for most!

This is NOT about a first elephant or “experience” hunt but trying to get at where a “Good” or “big” or “mature representative” may be-


For the Elephant hunters out there, where is the size that you feel is a good combo of price, size, and realistic expectations of killing one? What would you actually book a hunt for? For a second or third Ele….

A “trophy” elephant may be another level (and cost) and as suggested...

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