Charlton McCallum Safaris

27 January 2010, 02:57

Charles_Helm

You will find a lot of members here have hunted elephant with Buzz or Myles or have hunted with another PH for C-M.

I did a two-tuskless hunt with Myles in 2007 and had an excellent trip.

Here is my report.

There are more pictures at the link in my signature plus an extra elephant story from the end of the trip.

Do you have any particular questions?

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Some Pictures from Namibia

Some Pictures from Zimbabwe

An Elephant Story

JudgeG ... just counting time 'til I am again finding balm in Gilead chilled out somewhere in the Selous.

27 January 2010, 03:48

MJines

I will be going on my fourth hunt in as many years with them in June. I have shot ten elephant, two buffalo, a leopard, two zebra, a bushbuck, a hyena and multiple baboons with them over the last three years. This year I hope to add a lioness, another buffalo, a hippo and a croc. I know of no stronger endorsement of a company than repeat business over a long period of time. By that standard I am clearly a satisfied customer. Please feel free to email me (email address is in my profile) if you need additional information.

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27 January 2010, 04:53

KPete

Charlton McCallum Safaris has a sterling reputation: Despite searching, I haven't found a single critical client report on any of the hunting forums or in The Hunting Report's archives. Well-known and respected PHs like Mark DeWet readily acknowledge that Charlton McCallum Safaris is a much admired operation.

By the way, they have recently taken over the lease for Dande North, the well-known Zimbabwean concession previously held by Chifuti Safaris and Andrew Dawson (and frequently featured in the television program Tracks Across Africa). Buzz Charlton – co-owner of Charlton McCallum Safaris – hunted there for many years and knows Dande like the back of his hand. Past clients have told me that Buzz is indefatigable, working his ass off every hour of every day for his clients.

Of course, like Ivan Carter, Buzz holds 'rock star' status as one of the elite PHs in Africa. I have no doubt that Buzz will hold iconic status one day, like Ian Nyschens and Richard Harland. Pretty cool to be able to hunt with a legend-in-the-making! Just part of the reason I'm looking forward to a tuskless hunt with Buzz in late-2010.

Kim

Merkel Double .470 NE
Whitworth Express .375 H&H
Griffin & Howe .275 Rigby
Winchester M70 (pre-64) .30-06 & .270

"Cogito ergo venor" René Descartes on African Safari

OMG!-- my bow is "pull-push feed" - how dreadfully embarrasing!!!!!

27 January 2010, 05:10

MJines

quote:
Originally posted by KPete:
Of course, like Ivan Carter, Buzz holds 'rock star' status as one of the elite PHs in Africa. I have no doubt that Buzz will hold iconic status one day, like Ian Nyschens and Richard Harland. Pretty cool to be able to hunt with a legend-in-the-making!

. . . you forgot his greatest claim to fame, he taught Will everything he knows about elephant hunting.

Good Hunting,

Tim Herald
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27 January 2010, 05:16

KPete

quote:
Originally posted by MJines:
quote:
Originally posted by KPete:
Of course, like Ivan Carter, Buzz holds 'rock star' status as one of the elite PHs in Africa. I have no doubt that Buzz will hold iconic status one day, like Ian Nyschens and Richard Harland. Pretty cool to be able to hunt with a legend-in-the-making!

. . . you forgot his greatest claim to fame, he taught Will everything he knows about elephant hunting.

Mike:

Isn't that a work in progress?

Kim

Merkel Double .470 NE
Whitworth Express .375 H&H
Griffin & Howe .275 Rigby
Winchester M70 (pre-64) .30-06 & .270

"Cogito ergo venor" René Descartes on African Safari

27 January 2010, 08:13

AfricanHunter

quote:
Originally posted by clayman216:
Who has hunted elephant with Charltom McCallum Safaris? What was the experience like?

I hunted with Buzz in I believe it was 2005 for two (2) tuskless cows. We had a great hunt and trip with him (Wifey was along to observe). I would have nothing but postive things to say. I would have gone with them in late 2008, but health wasn't up to hills, so had to look elsewhere for flatter country.

27 January 2010, 08:25

John Frederick

Although I have not hunted with Buzz, I know two fellows who have, none of whom have posted yet and both were absolutely glowing in their praise of his operation, 5 star plus.

A word of warning though, I am told that Buzz's stamina would rival my mother in law's propensity to talk, though I doubt that is possible.

Speaking of a legend in the making, check out the interviews that Buzz does with Harland and Nychens on his video about ele hunting, classic stuff. The old bolt action vs double arguement, from a couple of guys who actually do know what they are talking about.

27 January 2010, 15:32

R.Jolly

quote:
Originally posted by KPete:
Of course, like Ivan Carter, Buzz holds 'rock star' status as one of the elite PHs in Africa. I have no doubt that Buzz will hold iconic status one day, like Ian Nyschens and Richard Harland. Pretty cool to be able to hunt with a legend-in-the-making

KPete
Many thanks for posting that "priceless" comment. I hope that Myles and the girls in the CM office see it.
I am sure that none of us will ever refer to it in his presence in future!!.
Like Mike Jines, in May I will be on my fourth safari with CM in as many years. Whilst I will be hunting with "Elvis" himself - OOOPS sorry I said I wouldn't mention it ! My friend will be coming along who has never been to Africa before. When Buzz asked which PH I would prefer for him I told him I would be happy with anyone he had available. All the PHs that I have met at CM have been excellent and I would happily hunt with any of them. ( as long as they could sing of course)

27 January 2010, 15:41

Will

quote:
Originally posted by MJines:
quote:
Originally posted by KPete:
Of course, like Ivan Carter, Buzz holds 'rock star' status as one of the elite PHs in Africa. I have no doubt that Buzz will hold iconic status one day, like Ian Nyschens and Richard Harland. Pretty cool to be able to hunt with a legend-in-the-making!

. . . you forgot his greatest claim to fame, he taught Will everything he knows about elephant hunting.

Was it really necessary to drag me into this I-Love-Buzz Fest?

After being the greatest elephant shot that Buzz has ever known and providing the greatest elephant hunting footage ever filmed for his first DVD, which has funded most of his new Cruisers, and from which I didn't jack except for my international elephant hunting fame, I must admit that Buzz knows a thing or two about eles, but knowing Buzz I won't get jack credit for that either.

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27 January 2010, 16:43

Marty

A friend and I did a multiple tuskless hunt with CMS last July. Here's a link to my report.

http://forums.accuratereloadin...831080411#9831080411

I booked a trophy bull hunt for 2011 as soon as I got home. Need I say more? You will have a fine experience with them. Feel free to PM me if you have any questions.

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27 January 2010, 21:39

Navaluk

I have not hunted with them so I have the benefit of not being "in love".

I will say that I talked with them both at SCI and Myles filled out my 3 page outfitter questionare that I use at SCI since you can't take up a half hour gettting your questions answered. Buzz called me at the show when Myles had finished and when he had time to talk. My wife and I went and met with them.

I have Zero issues with hiring them and am working on timing a Croc/hippo hunt.

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27 January 2010, 23:51

L. David Keith

Hunting aside, they are both FINE gentlemen. If you haven't seen their "Hunting the African Elephant" and "Zambezi Extreme" I can highly recommend getting both DVD's. It will give you a visual experience of their operation and hunting styles. I would be in high spirits just sitting around a campfire with these two men.
Cheers,
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28 January 2010, 00:06

JPK

I have hunted with CMS Safaris and with Buzz (five elephants and lots of other game)and Rich Tabor (thirteen elephants, four buff and lots more other game), who is now hunting with them. I've shared a camp with Myles as well. All good company and top PH's. All straight shooters and entirely trustworthy as well.

You won't do better and they've earned my recomendation without reservation.

JPK