Field & Stream shooting editor and 25 caliber aficionado Richard Mann joins me in this podcast episode to discuss the new, SAAMI standardized 257 Weatherby Rebated Precision Magnum. Richard discusses the origins of the 257 RPM, some of his experiences shooting and hunting with it, how it compares to the 25-06, 25 Creedmoor, and 257 Weatherby, and what the new Weatherby cartridge offers hunters.

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Resources

Rifle Cartridges for the Hunter – Richard Mann's book referenced in this podcast

Learn more about Richard by supporting him on Substack: Empty Cases Substack

Other Episodes Referenced In The Podcast

Ep 388: 25 Creedmoor-A Triple Threat Cartridge With Richard Mann

Ep 401: Best Cartridge For Hunting Darn Neary Anything By Richard Mann

Tyler Freel had a brush with death on a recent hunt in Idaho and he joined me on the podcast to discuss the incident, his injuries, and what his recovery has been like. We also finish with an in-depth discussion on his recent work with the 22 ARC, 22 Creedmoor, and 220 Swift and how they all stack up next to each other.

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Resources

Read Tyler's article on Outdoor Life about the 22 ARC & 22 Creedmoor here and watch the video on this subject on the Outdoor Life YouTube channel here

Subscribe to Tyler's Tundra Talk Podcast here.

Follow Tyler on Instagram @thetylerfreel.

Ep 282: Grizzly Bear Hunting With A 6.5 Creedmoor?!? – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 316: Dall Sheep Hunting With Tyler Freel – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 344: Moose Hunting With 22 ARC – Podcast referenced in episode

Ep 365: 338 Lapua Unleased With Tyler Freel – Podcast referenced in episode

Jeff Rann, one of Africa's most legendary professional hunters with nearly 50 years guiding dangerous game, joins me on the podcast to share his incredible stories of hunting elephant in Botswana. He takes us inside what it's really like to track big bulls, get in as close as 20–30 yards for precise brain shots, face down real charges, and judge trophy ivory on mature animals while navigating the country's massive and growing elephant population. We also finish with an in-depth discussion on the conservation realities in Botswana, why controlled hunting of bulls plays a vital role, and his favorite double rifles and cartridges—including why the .500 H&H and .577 Holland & Holland remain his go-to choices after decades in the African bush.

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Resources

Learn more about the Dangerous Game Symposium with Mark Sullivan and Dave Fulson in Las Vegas on 16 May 2026 that I'm attending here.

Subscribe to Jeff's YouTube channel here and his hunting operations in Africa here & at the 777 Ranch here.

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177: Elephant Hunting 101 With Kevin Robertson

176: Elephant Conservation With Kevin Robertson