anyone read this ? And where would I find a copy ?

I have one of the first edition copies. You are welcome to have it if you like. Not my cup of tea at all.

Search for it on the Safari & Outdoor and Zimbi Books websites. Either are likely to have copies in stock.

I love my Type-A 9,3 but the contents of this particular journal leaves me a bit cold, especially the bit where the author tries to prove that the 9,3 is somehow more "relevant" than the .30-06 by custom loading the 9,3 with some of the most aerodynamic bullets available for the calibre but then saddling the .30-06 with shite PMP round-nose 180's doing maybe 2 550 fps. It is based on ballistic drivel, and the older I get the less tolerant I am of such things.

Thanks mate . I have read the advertising blurb for the book , but often the reality is a mite differant. I dont really have shelf space for a book that I may not finish reading ....

Having said that I have sent you a pm about your offer anyway ;-)

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Originally posted by jvw375:


I love my Type-A 9,3 but the contents of this particular journal leaves me a bit cold, especially the bit where the author tries to prove that the 9,3 is somehow more "relevant" than the .30-06 by custom loading the 9,3 with some of the most aerodynamic bullets available for the calibre but then saddling the .30-06 with shite PMP round-nose 180's doing maybe 2 550 fps. It is based on ballistic drivel, and the older I get the less tolerant I am of such things.

There is a lot of that garbage in our American gun rags. It drives me crazy!

Pierre van der Walt thinks it is the New(er) Testament.

Me too, where can I find a copy? I got a build in process on a gorgeous 1908 Brazilian Mauser in 9,3x62.

Rich

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Originally posted by Idaho Sharpshooter:
Pierre van der Walt thinks it is the New(er) Testament.

Me too, where can I find a copy? I got a build in process on a gorgeous 1908 Brazilian Mauser in 9,3x62.

Rich

The Newer Testament of WHAT? Hendrik van der Schyff is an idiot. Aside from that, you are not known for making the most intelligent of statements online, either. I have a 9,3 (a real one), love it to bits, and are not likely to sell it one day soon. On this subject, at least, I'm suitably qualified.


PIERRE VAN DER WALT?! OFFS, start thinking...

BTW Murray, It's on it's way!

jvw,

the New Testament is the part of the Bible starting with the fulfillment of prophecies regarding God's sending His Son to redeem the lost children of Israel and fulfill His covenant with Moses. Great book, you should read it sometime.

PVDW talks about it as a book written in 2005 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Otto Bock's design.

I am guessing you have not read South African ballistics expert Pierre van der Walt's excellent book "African Dangerous Game Cartridges" yet either?

It starts with the 9,3x62 Mauser cartridge, which PVDW considers the perfect transition bore rifle for everything, including dangerous game, in a pinch. He states in his book, that they (SA) held a centenary celebration in 2005 and that a book was written about the round. Nice photo of Ganyana dropping a young bull Elephant in full charge at 2 paces with a 9,3x62 in his book as well. He thinks a man with a good Mauser 9,3x62 and one in 404 Jeffery's is all a man needs to hunt the world. I would tend to agree with his assessment, other than that would be too limiting, and exclude double rifles. I would, however, take those two and a Searcy in .500 NE 3" and be happy. Funny thing, I have both in process as I type this.

Thanks for the compliment, I am guessing you are not a legendary intellect either, except perhaps in your own mind...

The good news, to be certain, is that your continued blissful existence is N-O-T dependent on my posts here.

regards,

Rich

Far be for me to wade into a private spat , so

The book arrived , I have read the English language articles - about half the book is in Afrikaans which I dont read , and I cant say that I am in awe of the information. Its a nice addition to my library but unlikely to be a book I reach for first when I am researching the 9.3 calibre. It does have a few nice pics though , and a nice article by Doctari......

No spat. All sorted out.