Editorial {Bulletin – October 2013}

Oct 23, 2013 | Bulletin - October 2013

October is Suicide month.

I have often heard the expression and, aside from the crazy hot weather, I thought there was no better time of the year! Summer’s in full swing, the hunting season is nearing the finish line, and, after arguably the greatest game of rugby earlier in the month, everything seems to be good. Except… life keeps sending curved balls (googlies, or off-spinners for the cricketers). Whether it is the government, poaching, exchange rates or competition, there are challenges to face. This monthly newsletter is aimed at being simple, quick, and, hopefully, of some help as you face the weeks and months ahead. Enjoy.
– Richard Lendrum

 

Marketing tip of the Month {Bulletin – October 2013}

Oct 23, 2013 | Bulletin - October 2013

I am busy getting a pool built at my house, as we had to sell off the land in our garden where our old pool was. The supplier we’re going to use is not a brand name in the pool business, (although we did contact all the brand names to get a quote).

He is completely unknown to me and, you might ask, what’s this got to do with hunting? Well, it boiled down to who responded first to our general request off a pool-quoting website. He answered within an hour and was at the house showing more enthusiasm than anyone else. His quote was detailed and he broke down everything for me. The big brands said, ‘Oh the price would be about this!’

I have heard various hunters saying the reason they chose XYZ Outfitter was because he answered their e-mail first, and sometimes your marketing is distilled down to this one simple task. Nothing fancy, nothing lavish. No great display of what areas, how much experience or what trophies you have available – just a case of showing good old customer service, and simply answering your e-mail. And that is where I leave it for the month.

New Equipment & Accessories {Bulletin – October 2013}

Oct 23, 2013 | Bulletin - October 2013

Rudolph Optics

The South African company Rudolph Optics has been introducing a number of products over the past three months to expand its already extensive product range. The new introductions include:

  • Rudolph Varmint Series Riflescopes includes the V1 model 4-12x40mm and the V2 model 6-24x50mm
  • Rudolph Pivot Bipods. The features include robust and sturdy light-weight aluminium construction, adjustable spring loaded legs with height notches, sling swivel attachment and rifle protecting rubber pad.
  • Rudolph Ear Protectors. The specifications are: NRR 25dB, immediate impulse noise attenuation above over 85dB, 8x amplification, dual, stereo volume controls, fully adjustable for custom fit and it uses 4 1.5 V long life AAA batteries that provide 200+ hours of service.

 

Rifle of the Month {Bulletin – October 2013}

Oct 23, 2013 | Bulletin - October 2013

Kimber Model 84

Although African owners of USA-made Kimber rifles swear them to be the best production rifles ever manufactured, Kimber rifles actually are not well-known despite having given sterling sevice since 1982. Kimber M-84 rifles are based on the pre-64 Winchester M-70 design, but can be described as semi-custom rifles at production rifle prices. It really is a rifle to consider.

Kimber was founded with the sole purpose of building the finest classic sporting rifles ever offered in America. Knowledgeable riflemen were quick to try one, liked what they saw and spread the word. Today, Kimber rifles are favored by many of the world’s most accomplished hunters and shooters, and limited production keeps people standing in line to buy them.

Kimber rifles offer a combination of features that set them apart from all other production brands. Barrels, chambers and triggers hold critical match grade dimensions for accuracy. Pillar and glass bedding ensures both accuracy and strength. Walnut stocks are finished and checkered by hand, and Kevlar-carbon fiber stocks are the finest available on a production rifle.

Models available include the M-84L, M-84M, M-8400 WSM, M-8400 Magnum and the Specialty. Apart from the normal popular calibers, Kimber rifles are also available in .204 Ruger, .257 Roberts, .280 Ackley Improved, .270 WSM, .300 WSM and .325 WSM. The Specialty is available .375 H&H, .416 Rem Mag and the .458 Lott.