| Ripp |
| (.577 member) |
| 22/09/08 12:47 PM |
Re: Elephant brain shot placement (with pics)
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Hitting the brain will always knock the elephant out, permanently. You guys feel free to correct me if I'm wrong. Bell had much more than a trophy fee at stake!
Did read an article today where Bell was quoted in saying..for the less experienced hunter he might be better suited to have a larger caliber..as they would not have had the opportunity to shoot the large amount of game he has..
Having said that, I agree with BigMax--don't care if its 250 or 750 grains--if they hit the brain, its lights out...period....
I did find the article mentioned above..it was actually in GUNS & AMMO written by Boddington earlier this year..his buddy was under 20 yards to a bull ele shooting a .577 3" double..both barrels..the bull turned and ran..they did get him..but stated how Boddington was shocked in that the bull didn't drop on the spot...
Ripp