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Just a note to say I'll be out of action from 29th March to 18th April.
The Africa trip has come around already and we are off to the Okavango Delta. Michael has his 1926 Manton & Co .470 NE, built for an Indian prince and pretty much mint. I have my trusty 1870s J. Thompson 12-bore hammer gun for the birds and we have some kind of old drilling to shoot plains game (red lechwe and piggies) with.
Michael is hunting the elephant - my job is to shoot for the pot while we are in the bush trying to find it; and take lots of pictures. Just had to change the PH - something got the other one and he is in hospital for a while.
So, sorry for the loss of service but will be back in business April 21st (wildlife allowing).
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Hello Dig
"Some kind of old drilling" sparks my interest a lot; could you elaborate a bit, please.
Wishing you both 'good sight and straight barrels'!
Kind regards,
Jani
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Dig,
Have a great trip! Will you be doing an article for DGJ?
Phil
BTW - I really enjoyed your book.
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Good luck, good hunting, and, to quote a famous movie line, be careful out there 'mong them English --- wait, you are English. OK, quote from a famous TV series, "Hey, everybody!! Let's be careful out there!" Looking forward to photos,lots of photos, and stories.
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Dig,
Wishing you and Mike a fantastic and safe trip. I'm looking forward to going over someday.
Chris
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Savor every moment! Even the bumps in the road are part of the experience.
All the best, Mal
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Wow - sounds like fun.
Have a great trip.
Let us know how it goes when you return.
OWD
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Mmmmm.... Francolin & Warthog, yum!! Eat well, be well!
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In case you get eaten by a Lion would you leave instructions that this gun is to be inherited by me please? http://www.vintageguns.co.uk/index.php?p...t&Itemid=31Best, Mike
Last edited by AmarilloMike; 03/26/08 10:50 AM.
I am glad to be here.
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