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BOTSWANA ELEPHANT - Sold - SUCCESS PICS ADDED
04 August 2010, 21:11
Greg BrownleeBOTSWANA ELEPHANT - Sold - SUCCESS PICS ADDED
I know you guys like to see the results of hunts posted here, so here they are. Both Hunters have taken great bulls on this hunt. Below is a picture of the first clients bull and I will let the other client post his pictures when he returns. He's a poster here, and I don't want to steal his thunder!
Agent: Jeff C. Neal, Inc.
Outfitter: Butler and Holbrow Safaris
Country: Botswana - Chobe area CH8
Animals: Elephant and plainsgame
Dates: September 2010
We have an outstanding price on a trophy elephant in the chobe for 2010. This is a 10 day hunt for trophy bull elephant in the chobe area ch8 with Butler and Holbrow Safaris. The permit was purchased at a recent auction and is available as the result of a client not sending a deposit when he booked the hunt. The hunts with this outfit in 2010 were $41,000 plus a trophy fee of $10,000 if the elephant was shot, but this hunt is priced as follows:
$25,000.00 - TOTAL PRICE INCLUDING DAILY RATES, TROPHY FEE AND LICENSE FOR ELEPHANT This hunt includes daily rates, trophy fee, government concession fees, VAT, license for 1 elephant, daily laundry, all meals and alcoholic drinks in moderation.
Excluded are flights to and from Kasane, Botswana, dipping and packing, shipment of trophies, gun import permits @$150/gun, ground transfer to and from area and gratuities if warranted.
These are the dates of the cancellation, we can do this hunt until November 30 of this year do to an extension of the season in CH8. Please check with us for other available dates: September 2, 2010 - Arrive Kasane Botswana and travel to camp
September 3-12, 2010 - Hunt 10 days for elephant
September 13, 2010 - Depart camp to Kasane and homeward bound
UPDATE: We now have 2 bulls, and they need to get them both sold. We can do 1 bull at $25,000, or a hunter can shoot both bulls for $39,500!
THAT'S 2 FULLY INCLUSIVE BOTSWANA ELEPHANTS FOR UNDER $40,000! FOLKS THAT IS ONE OF THE BEST DEALS WE HAVE HONESTLY EVER SEEN! HUNTERS CAN ALSO DO A 2X1 HUNT AND BRING A FRIEND, SPLITTING THE COST In the last month, we have sent 2 clients to this area and both shot bulls over 50 lbs, with the largest of the two bulls being over 60 lbs. One of the clients is a poster here on AR.
Here is a photo of one of the bulls taken on this hunt, the other member of AR can post his photo if he wants it on here, I just don't want to steal his thunder

. Please let me know if you have any additional questions.
Thanks guys!
Greg
04 August 2010, 21:57
7kongoniGuys, I returned from this hunt one week ago. I had the time of my life. The bull I took is estimated at just over 50 lbs. but I turned down three bulls with heavier ivory early in the hunt before taking mine on day seven. He was in a herd of 15 bulls that took exception to one of their own being shot. They surged toward us several times--only departing when the PH (Gareth Flemix) shot a noise making device over their heads. I can not recommend this hunt or Gareth highly enough to do it justice. Greg, feel free to post pictures.
04 August 2010, 22:30
Greg Brownleequote:
Originally posted by 7kongoni:
Guys, I returned from this hunt one week ago. I had the time of my life. The bull I took is estimated at just over 50 lbs. but I turned down three bulls with heavier ivory early in the hunt before taking mine on day seven. He was in a herd of 15 bulls that took exception to one of their own being shot. They surged toward us several times--only departing when the PH (Gareth Flemix) shot a noise making device over their heads. I can not recommend this hunt or Gareth highly enough to do it justice. Greg, feel free to post pictures.
Thanks Tom - below is the photo of the bull spoken about in his post, taken last week:
If you own a gun and you are not a member of the NRA and other pro 2nd amendment organizations then YOU are part of the problem.
04 August 2010, 23:16
bwanamrmErnest,
YOU CAN DO IT....
On the plains of hesitation lie the bleached bones of ten thousand, who on the dawn of victory lay down their weary heads resting, and there resting, died.
If you can talk with crowds and keep your virtue,
Or walk with Kings - nor lose the common touch...
Yours is the Earth and everything that's in it,
And - which is more - you'll be a Man, my son!
- Rudyard Kipling
Life grows grim without senseless indulgence.
no I can't

If you own a gun and you are not a member of the NRA and other pro 2nd amendment organizations then YOU are part of the problem.
05 August 2010, 06:57
JudgeGNeither can this Ernest.... but with Ernie the Elephant, anything is possible! Unfortunately, he's in Northeast Alabama with Safari Lawyer after officiating on a buff/leopard hunt.
Dang, I'm going to be in Chete on the subject dates, or I'd be rearranging a schedule or two!
What a good deal!
JudgeG ... just counting time 'til I am again finding balm in Gilead chilled out somewhere in the Selous.
05 August 2010, 20:30
elk88101Judge G
Where did little Ernest elephant hair bracelet go???
Larry
05 August 2010, 21:37
Greg BrownleeI also thought I would mention to call me at the office or email if you are interested, it's much easier to get in touch with me that way than to PM me.
Thanks!
Greg
05 August 2010, 22:01
safari-lawyerquote:
Originally posted by JudgeG:
Neither can this Ernest.... but with Ernie the Elephant, anything is possible! Unfortunately, he's in Northeast Alabama with Safari Lawyer after officiating on a buff/leopard hunt.
Dang, I'm going to be in Chete on the subject dates, or I'd be rearranging a schedule or two!
What a good deal!
I've forwarded Ernie on to Jeff H who plans to introduce him to Zambia beginning on about August 14.
As for the deal . . . Wow.
Will J. Parks, III
05 August 2010, 23:52
Tim ViningWhat a great deal. Even though I had a great hunt in June, I would do this hunt in a New York Minute. Just need money and time...
Tim
06 August 2010, 04:55
Paul ReedGreg,
PM sent
Thanks,
Paul
"Diligentia - Vis - Celeritas"
NRA Benefactor Member
Member DRSS
06 August 2010, 08:31
Greg Brownleequote:
Originally posted by Paul Reed:
Greg,
PM sent
Thanks,
Paul
Thanks Paul, I just returned home from dinner with family. PM answered.
Greg
16 September 2010, 01:00
Greg BrownleePics added to the top post. The top pic was the first bull taken.
16 September 2010, 16:29
MississippianIs that Retreever in the above picture with the bolt trash? If so I reckon I could take the Famars off your hands now that it apprears you are not using it for its intended use!!

Congratulations on the hunt!!
Double Rifle Shooters Society
17 September 2010, 07:46
BwannaNo. I don't think that's Retreever - looks a bit like him though.
17 September 2010, 21:19
Greg Brownleequote:
Originally posted by Bwanna:
No. I don't think that's Retreever - looks a bit like him though.
Correct, not Retreever!
18 September 2010, 03:36
retreeverBe assured guys I only wish it was me. Yes, That Famars 450#2 would par take in the shooting. I still have another elephant bull in my bucket list.
Mike
Michael Podwika... DRSS bigbores and hunting
www.pvt.co.za " MAKE THE SHOT " 450#2 Famars
19 September 2010, 23:53
Paul ReedAR Colleagues,
I'm back from this hunt and we had a great time. I'm posting this photo as mentioned by Greg Brownlee but am working on my report over the next few days. I took a nice old bull up close and personal at 15 yards out of a group of 4...it was incredibly exciting. I did a classic side brain shot and he was dead before hitting the ground...which as you can imagine having an animal that weighs that much go down is something you will never forget. the tusks dress out to 42 and 43 pounds mostly due to "monster" nerves according to the skinner. I'll give some details and send you some photo links in the next week or so....meanwhile here is a teaser.
Thanks
Paul
"Diligentia - Vis - Celeritas"
NRA Benefactor Member
Member DRSS
20 September 2010, 00:30
7kongoniGreat Job, Paul. I'm looking forward to the full hunt report.
20 September 2010, 00:37
retreever'Elephant hunter' welcome home.
Mike
Michael Podwika... DRSS bigbores and hunting
www.pvt.co.za " MAKE THE SHOT " 450#2 Famars