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Tip of the day
18 September 2011, 15:40
fairgameTip of the day
Early yesterday morning I was whisked to Bangweulu swamps where Lary Knowlton was hunting with fellow PH Richard Bell Cross. Seemingly I had no choice and Lary had requested that I spent a day with him. Lary is a friend and I have hunted many of his friends and trusted employees in the past so I did as I was instructed, packed my binos and some sunblock and jumped on the plane. Besides I fancied a day in the swamps and had very little to do at home.
On a dusty airstrip in the middle of no where Lary just wanted to thank me for my support and care extended to his loved ones and friends over the last ten years. I assured him that it was all part of the job and shook his hand. Lary informed me he had some small tokens of appreciation for me and presented me with two custom skinning knives engraved with my name and a pair of the new Leica GEOVID HD binoculars.
I was as pleased as punch.
Lary then presented me with a soft leather case, made in London, and in it a made to measure Verney Carron in .500NE
Good man that. Good day that.
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18 September 2011, 15:57
ScriptusReally magnificent gifts. Some more photos please and include the knives.
18 September 2011, 16:01
Karl SWhao Andrew, that is some gifts!!!
On another note, do you mind if I forward this post to a few of MY clients???? LOL!!!
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18 September 2011, 16:36
KMG Hunting Safarisquote:
Originally posted by Karl S:
Whao Andrew, that is some gifts!!!
On another note, do you mind if I forward this post to a few of MY clients???? LOL!!!
LOL Karl!,
You beat me to it!
18 September 2011, 16:37
David HulmeGood day and good man indeed
18 September 2011, 17:42
505 gibbs"tip of the
day"? You are gifted in the art of understatement.
18 September 2011, 17:46
fairgameMy man Lary and I with good Black Lechwe.
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18 September 2011, 17:55
ozhunterConsidering the bad luck you've had with Double rifles of recent, I'd say that breaks that spell of luck "proper".
18 September 2011, 18:05
CrazyhorseconsultingCongratulations Sir, that is what happens when people are honest, fair and do a repeatedly Great Job for folks. Enjoy your new toys, you earned them!
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18 September 2011, 18:21
Matt GrahamCongrats mate - Lary is an awesome guy and I am sure the gifts were well deserved mate!! I got myself a V-C double this year too, a 450, not a 500 but I really love it and Im sure you will too. Hopefully one day these two guns will come together for a buffalo hunt!! Nice thought that.
What's with the beard on the old man??
If Lary is still there and you see him again say hi from me!!
18 September 2011, 18:39
ledvmAndrew,
What a fine rifle and in the best DR caliber ever made!
Fellow Texan Mr. Lary Knowlton does the Great State of Texas proud with generosity, success, and humanity...as we say in Texas...he is a good feller!!!
That looks like some CEB Bastard Bullet Works #13 bullets hanging in those loops. Sam &/or Michael must have pitched in too.
Have fun shooting it and now you can forget about that K-gun and Peter in the same breath!
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18 September 2011, 18:51
Bwana NderoboThat is the nicest token of gratitude I've ever heard of. Beautiful rifle.
18 September 2011, 18:54
ddrhookit like like both parties involved are true gentlemen congratulations
18 September 2011, 19:42
RobinOLocksleyThat is such an outstandingly heartwarming gesture.It makes me feel good about humanity in general. Congratulations,Fairgame, on such a beautiful gift and for having such a thoughtful friend in your life.You are a lucky man.
Best-
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18 September 2011, 20:52
jjbullGood things happen to good people, Andrew.
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18 September 2011, 21:06
jwmWOW!
Congratulations!
Suddenly I don't think I'm tipping enough.
18 September 2011, 22:07
Use Enough GunOutstanding!
19 September 2011, 00:31
MARK H. YOUNGAndrew,
That's incredible! You do meet some of squirkiest and most wondeful people in this business. Can't wait to see the rifle next year. Hope it is not necessary to back me up with it on the waterbuck!
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Fjoldquote:
Originally posted by Karl S:
Whao Andrew, that is some gifts!!!
On another note, do you mind if I forward this post to a few of MY clients???? LOL!!!
Andrew, please tell Karl, "No".
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19 September 2011, 03:40
NakihunterGreat stuff. Awesome rifle and a very generous friend I am sure. Enjoy your well deserved reward!
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19 September 2011, 03:56
Sherrill Philip NeeseWow... That is outstanding!
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19 September 2011, 05:30
SBTLary is obviously a most generous man that appreciates quality in both people and tools.
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19 September 2011, 06:39
Skip NantzGood things happen to good people!!
Congrate to both true gentlemen!
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19 September 2011, 07:03
safari-lawyerLarry's generosity is extraordinary, no doubt.
However, I am certain that he would tell us that the cost of the VC rifle, the binos, and the knives are all insignificant compared to the debt of gratitude that he owes to his friend, the professional hunter, that helped turn his, his families, his friends, and his employees hunting dreams into hunting realities and memories of a lifetime.
Congratulations, Bwana Fairgame and well done. No doubt that these fine tools were well earned and well deserved.
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19 September 2011, 10:34
Kamo GariGreat news! Now, if I ever hunt with you and it comes to tip time, I can just say, 'you already got a lifetime's worth of tips!' Not from me, mind, but fair is fair mate!
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19 September 2011, 13:02
fairgamequote:
Have fun shooting it and now you can forget about that K-gun and Peter in the same breath!
J. Lane Easter, DVM
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Is that not the truth and to be honest I was just about done with double rifles.
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19 September 2011, 18:02
ozhunterI like the little charter plain he sent for you..
19 September 2011, 18:35
Thor KirchnerCongrats Andrew, that’s a bloody nice gun, you deserve it. I hope it came with a bunch of ammo so we can test it.
20 September 2011, 00:30
L. David KeithCongrats Andrew, that's awesome!
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