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T o p S he l f Proven Products COOPER MODEL 51 Cooper Firearms of Montana has introduced the Model 51, which is based on the 223 family of cartridges. Depending on its configuration, the 51 can be dressed up for varmint and predator hunting, or serve as a lightweight stalking rifle for deer and antelope. Based on the time-tested Model 21 single-shot action, the Model 51 features a beautiful hand-shaped and checkered walnut stock and all-steel action polished by hand. Tack-driving accuracy and failsafe reliability are the result of a simplistic "less is more" design that includes a push-feed action with three locking lugs, single stack detachable magazine, and Sako-style extractor complemented by a spring-loaded plunger-style ejector. Call (203) 488-7297 or visit www.cooperfirearms.com. AFRICAN HUNTER PACK African Sporting Creations can turn your game hides into a functional tribute to your safari with a Hunter Pack like the one shown here in zebra, elephant and Nile crocodile. If you don't have any skins, they can make one up for you using hand-selected African hides for the front parts and heavy supple leather for the back and bottom panels. The fully lined interior holds a surprisingly large amount of gear. Exotic wood clasps secure the compartments and are affixed using braided leather. The adjustable leather shoulder straps are made from wide, padded rifle slings that are sewn by a master seamstress and built to last a lifetime. Prices start at $549. Call (419) 529-5599 or visit www.africansc.com. SILVER STAG KNIVES At their shop in Washington State, the craftsmen at High Carbon Stag Knives use the best high carbon steel and authentic North American antlers in their knives. They also forge their own 200-layer, high-carbon Damascus steel and recently launched a new line of traditional Stag Pocket Knives. The company has partnered with Cabela's, Ruger and Gander Mountain to build limited edition knives and has also been awarded with NRA, NWTF and King Ranch Knife of the Year programs. The team at Silver Stag will even make knives using antlers supplied by their customers. For a video tour of their shop, visit www.silverstag.com. S P O R T I N G C 204 L A S S I C S