The .405 Winchester has had more than its’ fair share of bad press. Almost every modern commentator, who has written about the .405 Winchester, has referred to the belief that the 300-grain projectile, which is the standard size for the…
2022 South African Combo Hunt Special
After two years of Covid19 travel restrictions, international travel has resumed around much of the world. International travel is now opening up for Australians and hunters from the Asia Pacific region, too. With this re-opening of the world comes new…
Sectional Density and Bullet Penetration
Introduction: The shooting sports have often been plagued by beliefs and myths that, through being repeated many times, have taken on the illusion of legitimacy. These myths are often repeated by gun writers and shooters, alike, and are simply accepted…
The Age of the Ugly Rifle
In today’s world, there has been a marked increase in the level of technology that is available to the average person. While that has been good, in many areas, one area where the benefits have been questionable is in the…
.475 3.25″ Nitro Express (.475NE)
History of the .475 Nitro Express: In 1907, the British banned all .450 calibre rifles and ammunition, for private use and ownership, in both India and the Sudan. The ban was intended to deny rebellious tribes access to surplus military…
Hunting Rifle Accuracy
Just how accurate should your hunting rifle be? Introduction It would seem that one of the least understood issues, when we buy and set-up a new hunting rifle, is the degree of accuracy that we should be looking for. For…
Animal Liberation; No1 Enemy of African Elephants
Introduction: The biggest threat to African elephants is not poaching, habitat loss, animal human conflict or hunting; it is the animal liberation movement that poses the greatest threat to elephants. Before you scoff and say that is impossible, or ridiculous,…
Managing Our Wildlife Heritage – Book Review
if you are you concerned about wildlife and conservation issues but would like to understand the issues clearly, as I most certainly do, then this book, ‘Managing our Wildlife Heritage’, is an excellent place to start. This book might be…
Rudyard Kipling Poster
This poster, based upon a quote by the famous English writer Rudyard Kipling, sums up my personal thoughts about some of the things that contribute to a full and happy life. Many people might say that those views are dated,…
The .375 H&H Magnum (.375H&H)
Introduction: The .375 Holland and Holland Magnum (.375H&H) has been with us for over a hundred years now and it is one of the most successful hunting cartridges of all time. Even today, it is acknowledged by most professional hunters…