Hello folks,DaveO here. I am new to the 24 'fire and this is my 1st post on the Combo/Drillings forum page. Gotta question that I'm sure you guys can answer 27 ways from Sunday! I have always thought about getting a combo gun for Africa. I've been over there more than just a few times. I love all aspects of a safari,especially the hunting. Here's the problem. Lugging extra guns over there. I always take a 375 H&H because of ammo availability if needed and all around versatility. Next is either a double NE,lighter PG rifle such as a 257 Wby or a shotgun. But never more than 2. So I've always thought about taking a combo rifle/shotgun. Great for an afternoon of bird shooting and also for the jackals,impala or go with buckshot. Seems sensible? So what kind of a rig should I be looking into? Only wanna spend $2000 or so if possible. What caliber caliber/gauge choices for a combo. I'm sure 12ga. But what about the small rifle? 22lr? Is it legal? I'm liking a 22 Hornet. Or maybe a 223. I've seen 222 and euro calibers but I'm apprehensive on getting proper ammo here stateside as well as over there. And maybe if I found another one I could give it as a gift to a PH as a utilitarian all-round gun. What are the options? Am I sane for thinking this way? Can it be done? Thank you Gents.
