Thanks for your comments Shakari. I like my 6.5 and I'm confident with it. I think it would out penetrate the 270 and 7x57/7mm08 class of calibres. If I ever make it out your way I'll take your advice on board. Another calibre I like is the 8x57, I use this in a Mauser Verguerio, don't go much on the factory loads however, a good handload would be just the thing for Africa what do you think?

Hey while I've got you chatting, whats an African name for Zebra?