I am toying with the acquisition of a hotrod 30 cal. Lots of options but my wants and needs do not require the latest, hottest cartridge. Only that it be short, lite, handy and out perform my old 24" Husqvarna 30-06 (a tall order). I get almost 2800fps (2775-2780) from my factory 30-06 loads with 180g Swift Sciroccos. So, to qualify, I would like to be able to clear 2950-3050fps from a similar cartridge with a 22" bbl. I am looking at the 300 WSM since it is a short action and a short...

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Hello everyone, I’m looking for some guidance and feedback on anyone that has experience in Zim in February.

I have an elephant/leopard hunt booked for the end of June 2027 but I’m needing to reschedule because my wife is due with our first born in early May.

February 27 would be the only time we could make the trip now but I’m getting some mixed feelings about it. I understand it’s the rainy season and humid but was wondering if anybody has personally experienced hunting in Zim in or...

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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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While posting on another thread earlier today I started wondering about this. How many of you out there are happy using factory ammunition for your rifle if it is readily available, and how many of you prefer custom hand loads whether you do it yourself or have them loaded by someone else.

This question is not just for dangerous game rifles, but throughout your arsenal.

Are you factory ammo for some and hand loads for others, and what is your reasoning for each.

For me personally I use...

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