Book Review: ‘The Wanderings of an Elephant Hunter’ by W.D.M. ‘Karamojo’ Bell

If John ‘Pondoro’ Taylor was the champion of the large-bore rifle for hunting African game, then W.D.M. ‘Karamojo’ Bell held the belt for the small-bore title. To quote Bell, For the style of killing which appeals to me most of the light calibres are undoubtedly superior to the heavy. In this style you keep perfectly … Read more

Book Review: ‘African Rifles and Cartridges’ by John ‘Pondoro’ Taylor

The first edition of John ‘Pondoro’ Taylor’s African Rifles and Cartridges appeared in 1948, but today’s gunwriters continue to reference his conclusions in support of their own findings. Craig Boddington, both in his books and articles, as well as in his videos, often refers to Taylor when discussing large calibers designed for dangerous game. In … Read more