Originally Posted by
Doug100g
I have new friends entering BP sports. They have a ton of questions I never think about. Well, maybe I do. Just never posted.
1) How much do you spend in ammo, black powder and cleaning supplies to keep your shooting edge each week?
2) How many shots do you get out of Black horn 209 (10 ounce bottle)?
3) Who uses sandbags to sight in gun and how do you use them?
4) Do you shoot 200 yard targets regularly and effectively? Would you be confident taking a deer at that range with little wind?
5) Whats the best solvent for BH 209?
6) How fast can you load BP between shots hunting from a stand?
7) What kind of rest do you use when taking long shots Hunting?
Thanks in advance for answers.
D
Wow lots of questions.
1. I have no idea on the money its alot. I think its close to a buck a shot the last time I figured it out. W209, BH209, and XTPS or Deep Curl, Crushed Rib Sabots. I buy cleaning patches by 500. I just know its alot of money especially at first then it steadys out. Truthfully I probably don't want to know.
2. That will depend on what grains you are using. There are guys around here that can figure that out better than i can. I did it once and I thought it was between 50 or 60 but don't quote me.
3. I use sandbags. Actually just one. The caldwell tack driver. Its really nice.
4. I shoot at 200 yards its the third BDC circle for me. And yes I would take the shot. YOU just have to know YOUR gun and PRACTICE.
5. I use TC17 products. But other guys use different things.
6. I don't worry how fast. Just make the first shot count thats all. But in panic mode I did do it in 30 secs one time cause I wounded here and didn't want her to jump the fence. Didn't need the shot though, she bled out.
7. I use the VANGUARD BI-Pods. I think some other guys bought them two. Helped me get my antelope. Also if I can I try to shoot in a prone position.
I hope that helps.