[grayghost]

Thanks OSB.
bsterns:
I've been shooting the .280 around 27 years and love it. Elk, Bear, Deer, Antelope etc., plus most of the PG I take in Africa are no problem for it. Ammo is a problem outside of the US. That's why I take plenty with me. You won't find it on the shelf in Africa. Several of my PH's commented that the .280 will be their next rifle, but in RSA that takes two years to acquire.
Fortunately, Africa can be as affordable as any US hunt if you plan. The average Elk hunt in the US is pushing $6K and look at Brown Bear in AK: $16,500.00, Moose at $14,000.00 and so on. I'd love to hunt AK but for value Africa is the deal. Not every safari has to cost a fortune. Lots of good deals on package hunts.
As for your Taxidermy, the standard in RSA is 8-10 months, Namibia is 12 months but there have been some issues lately. It's just as important to research your Taxidermist as is your PH. Email me and I'll see if I can get you any information.
Good hunting,
grayghost