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Forum: Black Powder
12-03-2007, 01:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 715
Posted By River Rat

RE: 1st BP deer of the year

A new meaning for the word Golf:D sounds like a great morning congrats.

River Rat
Forum: Black Powder
12-03-2007, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,083
Posted By River Rat

RE: free floating barrel

I have an Apex also and have ran around 300 rounds threw mine this year trying to get it sighted in. The one thing I didn't try to do was shoot it with open sights and I am wondering if I would have...
Forum: Black Powder
11-28-2007, 12:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 422
Posted By River Rat

Sighting in my Apex

Well, I finally got the Apex sighted in the other day. After talking to a lot of you and a few gun shop owners she is sighted in. After firing close to or over 300 rounds threw this beast she is...
Forum: Black Powder
11-21-2007, 01:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 890
Posted By River Rat

RE: Shockwave: Looking for more consistency

do you find that the shockwave and the hornady sst bullets shoot the same (250 grain)?
Forum: Black Powder
11-19-2007, 03:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 431
Posted By River Rat

I filled my bow tag and now I am back on the ML

Well I filled my bow tag and decided I needed to make sure that my ML was sighted in. I had a lot of help from before and even got to talk to Sabotloader on the phone. I learned a lot and tried a lot...
Forum: Black Powder
11-10-2007, 07:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 443
Posted By River Rat

RE: bad opening day

You know I was reading this and was wondering if someone might have been delaying you so that you were safe. This is how I always look at a bad day like this, it could have been a lot worse. You...
Forum: Black Powder
10-30-2007, 05:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 562
Posted By River Rat

RE: Getting Close

I have the Winchester Apex.
Forum: Black Powder
10-29-2007, 11:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 562
Posted By River Rat

Getting Close

Okay after my chat with Sabotloader and following his instructions I am a lot closer to being happy with my muzzleloader. I took it out yesterday and shot, A LOT! I have a sore shoulder to prove it!...
Forum: Black Powder
10-27-2007, 12:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,543
Posted By River Rat

RE: whats the longest shot youve taken?

The best I have ever done was around 230 yards. I was using a range finder that day and ranged the deer at 233 yards before I pulled the trigger. You could hear the bullet hit the deer and by the way...
Forum: Black Powder
10-23-2007, 01:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 950
Posted By River Rat

RE: glitter in my powder

You know I think he is just using this as an excuse to use glitter because it is his life long dream. LOL! Just joking, just couldn't resist.

River Rat
Forum: Black Powder
10-23-2007, 01:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,129
Posted By River Rat

RE: Bullet Review

My biggest dream is to go elk hunting. I have a friend who lives in Colorado and I am hoping he gets in on a great place he can show me later. Otherwise I am looking into Idaho a friend from the...
Forum: Black Powder
10-22-2007, 03:29 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,129
Posted By River Rat

RE: Bullet Review

I haven't had a chance to completely clean and treat my barrel yet however when I complete this task and get out to shoot I will let everyone know how it went. I am pretty excited about it and it...
Forum: Black Powder
10-21-2007, 07:16 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,129
Posted By River Rat

RE: Bullet Review

Thanks Chap, I am looking for a bullet that preforms well. Just have been spending a lot of time trying to fine tune my ML. I have always like the SST 250 however I guess if my ML doesn't like it I...
Forum: Black Powder
10-21-2007, 06:48 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,129
Posted By River Rat

RE: Bullet Review

Okay, today I finally made it out to the range and got a chance to shoot. I was only getting to shoot the SST 250 and at first I was pretty excited. After my session I am about to give up on ML. I...
Forum: Black Powder
10-21-2007, 01:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,129
Posted By River Rat

RE: Bullet Review

There must be something different in the sabot or something but good info. I might have to get some of the SW because all I have right now are the SST. I guess they must not be exactly the same. Well...
Forum: Black Powder
10-21-2007, 04:20 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,129
Posted By River Rat

RE: Bullet Review

Chap,

Thanks for the info and I will be looking threw it. So far I have noticed that the Shockwave shot better then the SST however are they not the same bullet? Very interesting to see that...
Forum: Black Powder
10-20-2007, 02:54 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 16,083
Posted By River Rat

RE: recovered bullets

Nice shooting!! This would be exactly what I am trying to accomplish!!

River Rat
Forum: Black Powder
10-17-2007, 09:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,858
Posted By River Rat

RE: 777 Powder

Man this is awesome info and I really appreciate what you said. I have tried some of the stuff you said, however there is some good stuff in there I haven't tried. I will give it a try and see what...
Forum: Black Powder
10-16-2007, 12:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,858
Posted By River Rat

RE: 777 Powder

Thanks Dmurphy, that is great information.

River Rat
Forum: Black Powder
10-16-2007, 12:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,858
Posted By River Rat

RE: 777 Powder

Thanks for the boost in confidence I appreciate it. I do agree that the 200 yard shot is a difficult one with a ML and I have accomplished it once. I ended up having problems with the scope and after...
Forum: Black Powder
10-16-2007, 08:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,858
Posted By River Rat

RE: 777 Powder

Your right about the amount of powder just that i want to shoot around 200 yards and feel that if I get a little week on my charge I won't have enough energy. I have been shooting around 90 grains of...
Forum: Black Powder
10-16-2007, 08:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,858
Posted By River Rat

777 Powder

Alright I am really puzzled why I can't get good groups and other people just swear by it. I have used 777 for the past few years and have had problems with a lot of different things. First I thought...
Forum: Black Powder
10-16-2007, 08:03 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,129
Posted By River Rat

Bullet Review

I have been doing some serious reading and web surfing to find the best bullet to shoot out to 200 yards. I am big fan of the Hornady 250 SST just still always looking. I tried the Barnes TMZ 250 and...
Forum: Black Powder
10-15-2007, 09:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,560
Posted By River Rat

RE: Deer Bullet for New Englander

Try the maxiballs and if your groups are not that good use a wad between the powder and maxiball. I used to shoot a wad my grandafather made and man I tell you it was night and day how much more...
Forum: Black Powder
10-15-2007, 02:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,946
Posted By River Rat

RE: powerbelt bullet penetration

I used to hunt with a group who wouldn't let you hunt with them unless you shot a bullet 370 grains or larger. The told me that "We are hunting big bucks and need big bullets!" Well I happened to be...
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-14-2007, 05:10 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,088
Posted By River Rat

RE: what is the best trail cam???

Well you don't have stealth placed up there so really can't get a good idea who likes what but I will put my vote in as a stealth. Don't believe you have to spend a lot of money to get good quality...
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-13-2007, 02:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,038
Posted By River Rat

RE: Trail cameras to catch poachers?

Sorry to hear about your problem! Makes me upset to hear people are still doing this and causing a problem. I say you go to where their trails are and use a back hoe to dig a huge hole and fill it...
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-11-2007, 03:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 937
Posted By River Rat

RE: Leaf River -- What's your opinion?

I have one with the flash. I like it just that I started to run Stealths and like them better. Nothing wrong with the Leaf River just that the Stealth is easier to use and I guess I just like it...
Forum: Black Powder
10-09-2007, 05:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,421
Posted By River Rat

RE: Seating the action

That is interesting, anyone else that might know what this means.

River Rat
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-09-2007, 03:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,758
Posted By River Rat

RE: What is his age and score???

I feel he would be lucky that he is 4.5 and 130" tops on the score but this is only my opinion. Good luck getting him.

River Rat
Forum: Black Powder
10-09-2007, 02:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,421
Posted By River Rat

Seating the action

I am trying to tighten up my groups and read on a different forum that you can seat your action. Along with free floating your barrel. I already have an idea on how to free float my barrel however...
Forum: Black Powder
10-08-2007, 03:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,774
Posted By River Rat

RE: range report - traditions pursuit pro

Well I took the Apex out today and shot 50 yards to make sure I was still on. The first shot 2" high just like it is suppose to be. Then went ahead and moved out to 150 yards and it is all over the...
Forum: Black Powder
10-06-2007, 07:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,774
Posted By River Rat

RE: range report - traditions pursuit pro

When you use the tape, I take it that the primer blows a hole threw the tape to get to the powder? I guess I would worry about any of the tape burning onto the barrel or into the threads.

River...
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-06-2007, 06:57 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,634
Posted By River Rat

RE: shooter or not?

This is the way I hunt, I try to shoot a deer bigger then the one I got last year. So if he is smaller then what I shot last year he would get passed up. For me this deer would be having a great day...
Forum: Black Powder
10-05-2007, 11:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 839
Posted By River Rat

RE: 25 ACP converstion

I use Tripple Seven Powder (FFF) and I was getting a pop (the primmer was firing). I was confused that it wasn't igniting the powder and I wasn't going to get one for my new muzzleloader if this was...
Forum: Black Powder
10-05-2007, 12:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 839
Posted By River Rat

25 ACP converstion

Was wondering what people thought of this converstion. For those who have done it what are the pros and cons. I got one for a New England Firearm and we had a lot of miss fires. I thought about...
Forum: Black Powder
10-04-2007, 01:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 990
Posted By River Rat

RE: shot my cva today

Thanks for the info!! I talked to the local gun shop this yesterday and they told me it all depends. It could be a couple days or a couple three months. I really don't want to risk it this year I...
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-04-2007, 01:54 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,737
Posted By River Rat

RE: cuddeback or moultrie

Hmm, Looks like Cuddeback isn't as what they hoped to be!?!?!?!?!

Option C---- STEALTH

They all work great just takes time to figure out how to set them up!! Good Luck!

River Rat
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-04-2007, 01:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,174
Posted By River Rat

RE: 6Pt. Rubbing & 10Pt Eating Apples

not nice - I mean the picture size stinks.

You need to learn how to post pics to a Free picture hosting site and link the IMG.

Sorry - they are probably pretty cool - but they look like...
Forum: Black Powder
10-02-2007, 11:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 990
Posted By River Rat

RE: shot my cva today

How long will it take to ship it off and recieve it back, any estimates will be nice. Thanks

River Rat
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-02-2007, 03:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,212
Posted By River Rat

RE: oklahoma deer

That is an awesome deer good luck

River Rat
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-02-2007, 02:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 885
Posted By River Rat

RE: Any Scrape pics yet this year? Post them here.

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t133/cdpurcell/10014.jpg
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-02-2007, 02:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 885
Posted By River Rat

RE: Any Scrape pics yet this year? Post them here.

I couldn't remember how to change the date and time on this one yet it is a 2007 picture.




http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t133/cdpurcell/466.jpg
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-02-2007, 02:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 885
Posted By River Rat

RE: Any Scrape pics yet this year? Post them here.

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t133/cdpurcell/409.jpg
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-02-2007, 02:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 885
Posted By River Rat

RE: Any Scrape pics yet this year? Post them here.

Here is a few from what I have so far. http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t133/cdpurcell/405.jpg
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-02-2007, 02:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,518
Posted By River Rat

RE: Do you leave trail cameras on public land?

I hang them out before season but the minute season opens up I pull them out. I will hang them up if I plan on hunting there while it is day light out. If I don't plan on checking them everyday I...
Forum: Trail Cameras
10-02-2007, 02:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 887
Posted By River Rat

RE: Three Different 8 Points?

I think that you have two different bucks the above pictures both look like the same deer to me. It is hard to tell when they are looking different ways the racks look bigger/smaller when they turn...
Forum: Black Powder
09-28-2007, 02:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 855
Posted By River Rat

Best Powder

What types of powders have people found to be the best type of powder to shoot? Why would you say that powder works the best for you?

I have found that I like 777 yet I am reading a lot...
Forum: Black Powder
09-28-2007, 02:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,690
Posted By River Rat

RE: Omega X7 with a Nikon Omega scope?

As long as you shoot 150 grains of powder it shouldn't make that big of a difference. However make sure you shoot before the season and make sure it is still on with the scope. Hate to see a few feet...
Forum: Black Powder
09-28-2007, 02:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,100
Posted By River Rat

RE: Getting the most out of my Wolverine

Using 777 powder and Hornady SST you can achieve ranges farther than you think. I shoot 90 grains and shoot out to 250 and a touch farther. To date I have shot two past 200 yards. When you hit the...
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