Great idea for a subject, Dane. To parphrase Col. Whelen, only big bore rifles are interesting. :smile:
Tony, I don't know how much buffalo hunting you've done, but if I may express my opinion, take the Lang, assuming you acquire it. To me, hunting buffalo should be like stalking red stag...get as close as you possibly can before taking the shot.
That being the case, I suspect you will be happy to have the big double. They point more naturally, the second shot is immediately available, and if you have the misfortune to wound the bugger, you'll be bloody happy to have the extra knockdown power.
I don't claim to be an expert on the subject, but I've shot a few buff and been present at the downing of quite a few more. Additionally, most every African P.H. I've had the pleasure of knowing has carried a double. And most of the ones who didn't, wished they did. :grin:
My opinion, for what it's worth.
"Kwatala" Cosby
(Before someone asks, a kwatala is an old, sick bull that has left the herd and gone off by himself. They are generally ornery, foul tempered, and prone to charge with little or no provocation. :smile: