The Perfect Shot - Africa

by Kevin Robertson
Photography by Catherine Robertson

Africa boasts more varieties of big game than any other continent. Almost all these animals have very different "kill zones", but knowing where to place a killing shot (the most important criterion in hunting) is bewildering to even an experienced African hunter. Kevin Robertson, a professional hunter and veterinarian from Zimbabwe, has created the most comprehensive work ever undertaken to show the anatomical features for all classes of African game--from the largest, thick-skinned elephant and buffalo, to large cats, to antelopes (eland, sable, etc.), and finally to the smallest game animals (duiker and warthog). Each animal is shown in a color field picture as well as a color "ghost view" that illustrates the shoulder bones, heart, lungs, and brain so you will know precisely where to place your shot.

The invaluable natural history section on each animal contains trophy assessment hints as well as how to determine the sex of an animal. Other chapters include caliber and bullet selection, rifle selection, trophy handling, and basic animal anatomy. This great reference work is a must-have for your next safari.

We met Dr. Robertson this past January at the Safari Club International show and arranged for him to autograph twenty-five copies of The Perfect Shot - Africa for our customers. The book is also available without autograph. Hardcover. 271 pages. Includes hundreds of color photographs by well-known wildlife photographer Catherine Phillips Robertson. 8-1/2" x 11".