The 7 Types of Hunters You’ll Meet in the Bush
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The 7 Types of Hunters You’ll Meet in the Bush
Every hunting trip is an adventure, but let’s be honest — it’s not just the animals that make the weekend memorable. It’s the people you share the veld (and the fire) with. After years of hunting, visiting camps, and hearing stories around Sons of Guns’ counter, I’ve realised there are certain “types” of hunters that keep showing up like clockwork.
Let’s take a walk through camp and meet them…
1. The Storyteller
You know him. As soon as the fire is lit, he’s already halfway into a tale:
“Ja, back in ‘86, I dropped a kudu at 800 metres, uphill, in the wind, with open sights…”
The story gets longer each year, and the distance somehow doubles.
Lesson: Stories grow, but so does wisdom. Listen closely — hidden between the bragging is often a gem about shot placement, bushcraft, or patience.
2. The Over-Packer
The bakkie arrives sagging on its shocks. Out comes three rifles, a cooler big enough for a Springbok team, and a gadget for every possible scenario. He’s basically moving house for the weekend.
Lesson: Preparation is good — but you don’t need to carry Sons of Guns’ whole shop into the veld. The best hunters know their gear and use it well.
3. The Silent Sniper
While everyone else is fiddling with apps and double-checking ammo, this guy slips away quietly. One clean shot later, and he’s back dragging the biggest animal of the weekend. No fuss, no drama.
Lesson: Zero your rifle, trust your training, and remember — it’s usually the quiet guys who fill the skinning shed first.
4. The Bush Chef
You’ll find him guarding the potjie like it’s the crown jewels. He might not shoot the biggest buck, but when that venison stew hits the plates, nobody cares.
Lesson: Hunting isn’t just about the shot. It’s about food, stories, and laughter. And if you’re smart, you’ll bring him along every season.
5. The Tech Junkie
He’s got a rangefinder, a ballistics app, and a scope with more knobs than a mixing desk. By the time he’s set up, the animal has usually moved three farms over.
Lesson: Gear helps — and Sons of Guns has the good stuff — but remember: tech is no replacement for practice and bush sense.
6. The First-Timer
This oke is a walking memory of your own early days. He forgets ear protection, carries the ammo for the wrong rifle, and sometimes (no joke) looks through the scope backwards.
Lesson: Be patient. Teach him the basics of safety and ethics. After all, today’s rookie is tomorrow’s campfire legend.
7. The Campfire Philosopher
By the second brandy, he’s explaining conservation, bullet ballistics, and the ethics of hunting like a university professor. By the third brandy, he’s snoring in his camping chair.
Lesson: Hunting is about debate and camaraderie. Just make sure the fire doesn’t die while the philosopher is solving the mysteries of life.
Final Thoughts
The truth is, we’ve all played more than one of these roles. Some weekends you’re the Silent Sniper, other weekends you’re the Storyteller, and sometimes (if you’re lucky) you’re the Bush Chef.
That’s why we love hunting — not just for the meat in the freezer, but for the laughs, the lessons, and the friendships forged around the fire.
And whether you’re the Over-Packer or the First-Timer, remember: Sons of Guns is here to keep you kitted out for the veld. From rifles and ammo to scopes, cleaning gear, and even the bags to carry it all — we’ve got what you need, and maybe even a story or two to share while you shop.
So tell me — which type are you? Or better yet… which type is your hunting buddy? 😉
