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Big bores are to men like four x four's!
The bigger the bore or the engine capacity, the better for the ego!
With that I'm not saying that you shouldn't use a big bore to shoot elephant, buffalo or any other big or dangerous game.
I am rather saying that most antelope species up to Eland size can easily and with great success be hunted with medium bore rifles - .264 up to well below .375 - more like .300 rather.
Obviously there are certain conditions that apply to achieve this, namely:
1. Shot placement - know where your target animal's vitals are situated:
2. Use a premium qaulity bullet to make sure the penetration is sufficient to reach these vitals; and
3. Always remember 'practice makes perfect'!
Trust the use of these basics will result in much more success with your hunting.
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Jagter
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