Nice start, but you've barely scratched the surface. What fully experienced hunter doesn't have a .375 H&H in a classic controlled round feed, bolt action Mauser style rifle? Or at least one one other capable medium bore like the 9.3x62? Not to mention a proper double rifle. A Side by side, double trigger, box lock ejector .450-400 3" Nitro express with express sights for those traditional hunts, or when a black rhino is trampling your petunias or a Cape buffalo bull is eyeing you through the long grass. C'mon, you never know when a tiger may threaten your village. Thank goodness you already have a 45-70 for bear protection and plinking tin cans. And have kept tradition with your .30-30, (but only if it's a pre 64 Win. 94 or pre-Rem. Marlin 336) Well done. But of course you still need a 7x57 stalking rifle, with slim forend, barrel band swivel, and express sights! It also seems that you sadly lack any reasonable varmint / coyote rifle. A traditional choice would be a .222 Sako but any modern .223 or .204 would also do the trick. Even if its equipped with synthetic stock and stainless steel barrel. Or a heavy barrel if you like precision and don't mind the weight. Might need a ballistic reticle and twisty turrets on the scope for that one. And why no .25-06 or .257 Weatherby or .270 Win short mag??? If your game is smallish, and far away you can't just point and pray with your .303. Yes, I understand that the .303 is essential. UnCanadian otherwise. If you don't want a real long range hunting caliber you could follow the current target / precision crowd and use a 6.5 Creedmoor. But that cartridge makes you look like an inexperienced urban wannabe and is not generally recommended by more worldly hunters ;-) Once you have the rifle calibers covered you will also need a rifle in "mountain" configuration that weighs not more than three feathers and also a take down switch-barrel rifle for international travel. And a couple of scopes for each barrel. You have a 12 ga. pump gun and a semi for waterfowl or deer with slugs, good for you. But no classic upland bird gun. If you haven't already delved into the wonderful and perplexing world of fine double shotguns I suggest you purchase an over under 12 gauge. Browning or Beretta would be a good place to start. 12 ga guns are capable and versatile, but kinda gauche. You will of course need a fine 20 gauge so you're not embarrassed to be seen hunting grouse or pheasant with a plebeian shotgun. Side by sides, with double triggers, fitted straight grip stocks with cast off, 5 pin sidelocks and french fitted oak and leather cases with all the tools and accoutrements would be a fine aspiration. You can add 16 and 28 gauge guns as time, finances and inspiration permit. Did I mention European straight pull rifles, single shot stalking rifles or precision long range gear? No worries. We are here for the long term, to help. and advise. We are called Gun NUTZ for a good reason. Thank us later.
