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Congratulations! From someone that is green with envy! More photos and a lengthy story required by those that must live vicariously through others! 😁 memtb
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+1 on the envy! Congratulations on a nice Buff. I think the black and white is cool, adds a vintage or nostalgic look.
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Please don't tell your wife, but that B&W photo is the one I would frame. Very nice.
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Recovered weight 268 grains ![[Linked Image from i.postimg.cc]](https://i.postimg.cc/CLw4KWcZ/IMG-20210818-WA0002.jpg)
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I'm pretty sure the second trophy is not the one in the middle. ;-) Congratulations on a great Buff. As the African folk like to say "that a proper Bull."
Last edited by Labman95; 08/18/21.
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Would that 375 Improved happen to be a 375 Wby?? My FN/Sako in 375 Wby is a hammer. Very nice trophies! They rate a two-cool. 
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Contratulations on the nice bull.
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Congrats on a very nice bull! The pictures are great. I like both the B&W as well as the color.
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This is just FYI on Dipping and crating costs. I just got my invoice for my buffalo + 4 buffalo leg bones and 4 Giraffe leg bones ( for 2 knife maker friends) + documentation on the Giraffe and the total was $400.
This cost is not including shipping costs yet ( Badger Cargo ) , nor receiving, clearing US Customs and US Fish and Wildlife. To be done by Coppersmith.
This service is being done by Swift Dip ( dip and pack ) and will be handed off to Badger Cargo for shipping.
Everyone getting their cut but it is what it is.
Dipping and crating is supposed to be completed in 3-4 months
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Nice Bull for sure. Hard bossesand heavy to tips of horns.
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My PH sent me a few black and white pics he took. I kind of like them, ![[Linked Image from i.postimg.cc]](https://i.postimg.cc/Vs38C8rk/IMG-20210806-WA0052.jpg) I haven't had an opportunity to shoot a buffalo, but that one looks huge. I'd think that is a record book animal??
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Congratulations on a great hunt and getting to share the memories!
I like the black and white picture, it could be in a classic Africa hunting book!
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Congratulations on a great hunt.
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That is a very good bull! Congratulations.
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My PH sent me a few black and white pics he took. I kind of like them, That is classic! Thanks for sharing.
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Nice one! Love the B&W picture, too.
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Just an update on shipping cost quote. $2,175. Joberg to Seattle.
Cape, skull, 4 buffalo leg bones, and 4 giraffe leg bones for knife maker friends.
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congrats!
thanks for sharing
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Congratulations on a grant ol' buff. Good character in the bosses and well worn hooks and tips. Impressive turn time on getting your trophies ready. Curiosity question - did they tell you who the carrier was going to be from RSA to US? Always good to see the ladies going along. I've found life much easier with a willing accomplice! 
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