Home Forums Hunting & Shooting Africa Open sights on client DGR rifle- cosmetic or necessity?

I haven`t been to Africa yet, so I`m no expert. But I have seen alot of caped buff hunts on TV and article pics. Most of the rifles that I see used for caped buffs have scopes on them.

Also, any shots imo, say beyond 50-60 yards, you`d want a scope for the best possible and very important 1st shot placement.

I also notice the trackers carrying back up rifles without scopes just in case of a charging emergency. So on any guided hunt, there is usually plenty of back up.

I`d put a scope on your 416, periodically do some quick target acquisition freehand practicing, and have a good time in Africa.