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Forum: Upland Bird Hunting
09-03-2011, 05:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,608
Posted By daddywpb

New dove gun

Picked up this 1940 vintage L.C. Smith last weekend. 12 gauge, 28" barrels, in very good original condition. It's going dove hunting in about a month, maybe for the first time. She's a pretty old...
Forum: Guns
09-03-2011, 10:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,215
Posted By daddywpb

Nice snag! Great rifle with exceptional wood.

Nice snag! Great rifle with exceptional wood.
Forum: Guns
08-24-2011, 03:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,395
Posted By daddywpb

PM sent. Waiting for reply.

PM sent. Waiting for reply.
Forum: Black Powder
09-21-2010, 01:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 801
Posted By daddywpb

Nice looking Renegade! They are great rifles.

Nice looking Renegade! They are great rifles.
Forum: Guns
08-22-2010, 08:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,024
Posted By daddywpb

Yea!!!!!!!

Yea!!!!!!!
Forum: Guns
08-22-2010, 06:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,170
Posted By daddywpb

The normal wear on a rifle or shotgun thats...

The normal wear on a rifle or shotgun thats hunted alot is attractive. There's a story behind each little ding or bump, at least thats the way mine are. But there's a big difference between normal...
Forum: Guns
08-22-2010, 05:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,901
Posted By daddywpb

My vote is for the Ruger #1. If you look around a...

My vote is for the Ruger #1. If you look around a bit, you can find one with some real nice wood. It's a classic, time proven, elegant rifle that will last for generations. And don't worry about it...
Forum: Guns
08-22-2010, 05:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,117
Posted By daddywpb

If I had to choose, I'd narrow it down to three....

If I had to choose, I'd narrow it down to three. A Stainless Ruger M77 MK2 in .350 Rem Mag topped with a Nikon Buckmaster, a Marlin Guide Gun in .45/70 with a Williams FireSight on the front and a...
Forum: Black Powder
08-19-2010, 01:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,371
Posted By daddywpb

rafsob - sent you a PM.

rafsob - sent you a PM.
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
04-10-2010, 01:09 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,881
Posted By daddywpb

There were manufacturing shortcuts taken on the...

There were manufacturing shortcuts taken on the Rem 770 to keep costs low. It is an introductory rifle that was built to compete with other introductory rifles like the Mossberg and Marlin bolt guns....
Forum: Hunting Gear
03-31-2010, 02:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 655
Posted By daddywpb

PM sent on rangefinder

PM sent on rangefinder
Forum: Hunting Gear
03-28-2010, 03:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 490
Posted By daddywpb

Talking For Sale: Shotgun Scope and Mount

I have a Bushnell 1x4x32 shotgun scope in a B-Square saddle mount to fit a Remington 870 Super Mag. Reticle is called Circle-X, and is very easy to pick up quickly. The scope includes Butler Creek...
Forum: Guns
03-28-2010, 01:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 581
Posted By daddywpb

If it's in good shape, buy it!

If it's in good shape, buy it!
Forum: Guns
03-27-2010, 03:21 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,524
Posted By daddywpb

I have heard and read both terms used, and both...

I have heard and read both terms used, and both are historically correct. It is the same cartridge. I have seen firearms so chambered roll stamped both ways.
Forum: Guns
03-27-2010, 03:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,524
Posted By daddywpb

Hillbillyhunter1 - You're going to continue to...

Hillbillyhunter1 - You're going to continue to get good and bad reports here. I think there have been enough negative responces to warrant some further research on your part before you plunk down the...
Forum: Guns
03-27-2010, 03:10 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,429
Posted By daddywpb

Boresnakes are the best things to hit the...

Boresnakes are the best things to hit the firearms market in a lot of years. A little Hoppes #9 on the bristles, and a couple squirts of WD-40 on the rest of it, and in a couple of passes you've got...
Forum: Guns
03-26-2010, 12:36 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,524
Posted By daddywpb

I agree that it is a GREAT idea. I just wish...

I agree that it is a GREAT idea. I just wish another manufacturer would run with it (S&W). I have had two bad experiances with Taurus revolvers, or I would have one myself.
Forum: Guns
03-26-2010, 12:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 601
Posted By daddywpb

Either will work just fine. A shot just under the...

Either will work just fine. A shot just under the ear will drop them in their tracks. No tracking, better eatin!
Forum: Guns
03-13-2010, 01:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,918
Posted By daddywpb

He's very fortunate that he didn't get hurt or...

He's very fortunate that he didn't get hurt or hurt someone else. Reloading is a great hobby by itself, but requires 110% focus. Check and recheck loading data before you start, and NEVER use data...
Forum: Reloading
03-07-2010, 02:29 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,997
Posted By daddywpb

Handgun: .380 auto .38 special .357 mag ...

Handgun:
.380 auto
.38 special
.357 mag
.44 sol
.44 mag
.45 acp
.45 long colt

Rifle:
Forum: Guns
03-07-2010, 02:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,277
Posted By daddywpb

Go to one of the big stores, Dicks, Bass Pro...

Go to one of the big stores, Dicks, Bass Pro Shop, Gander Mountain, etc., and hold and feel as many different kinds as you can. Close your eyes, shoulder the gun comfortably, hold your head in a...
Forum: Reloading
03-06-2010, 05:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 517
Posted By daddywpb

.375 Ruger

I'm about to start reloading this caliber. If anyone has any experiance with it, I'd appreciate some input on bullet weight and powders that work most consistantly. Available data seems to be very...
Forum: Guns
03-05-2010, 03:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 981
Posted By daddywpb

No, it was invented to offer African hunters, who...

No, it was invented to offer African hunters, who often have to track herds of elephant or cape buffalo for many miles in a single day, the use of a lighter, shorter, .30/06 length action that is the...
Forum: Guns
03-04-2010, 01:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 981
Posted By daddywpb

Couple of questions - Just wondering what...

Couple of questions -

Just wondering what you've got against Boddington. I met him when he was speaking at our local BPS, and he seems like a down to earth guy. Answered everyones questions...
Forum: Guns
03-03-2010, 11:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 981
Posted By daddywpb

The Limbsaver 10001 pre-fit pad is listed as...

The Limbsaver 10001 pre-fit pad is listed as fitting on the wood stocked #1's. I'm going to try that first. The last rifle of the set, the "Elephant", will be in .450 NE. They haven't been produced...
Forum: Guns
03-03-2010, 12:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 981
Posted By daddywpb

New rifle

Just picked up a Ruger #1 Boddington Lion edition in .375 Ruger. It has matte blue metal and a real nice, satin finished, straight grained circassion walnut stock. Just wondering if anyone else has...
Forum: Hunting Gear
01-29-2010, 12:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 399
Posted By daddywpb

Scope is sold

Scope is sold
Forum: Hunting Gear
01-27-2010, 05:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 399
Posted By daddywpb

Primos Predator Vest Is SOLD!

Primos Predator Vest Is SOLD!
Forum: Hunting Gear
01-27-2010, 04:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 399
Posted By daddywpb

Three hunting vests and scope FS

Scope is a Simmons 8 Point 3x9x40, crystal clear with no dings or dents. The factory scope covers and a set of low QD Weaver rings are included. No box or paperwork. I bought it new, mounted it on a...
Forum: Hunting Gear
12-29-2009, 12:30 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 390
Posted By daddywpb

Sold

This is the wired caller. I'm upgrading to the wireless. It is like NEW, with a Coyote #2 card. Thats the only card that will be a duplicate. It works perfectly, never had a problem, and has the...
Forum: Hogs and Exotics
12-21-2009, 03:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,440
Posted By daddywpb

Another subject altogeather, but since you...

Another subject altogeather, but since you brought it up, I'll agree with that statement also.
Forum: Hogs and Exotics
12-19-2009, 11:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,440
Posted By daddywpb

I agree. Personally, I'd never fork over money to...

I agree. Personally, I'd never fork over money to one of those places, but if works for you, then..........but don't call it hunting, it's not. What can you expect from high fence hunting? A kill,...
Forum: Hogs and Exotics
12-18-2009, 02:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,217
Posted By daddywpb

I've only had three incidents in 35+ years of hog...

I've only had three incidents in 35+ years of hog hunting, but here they are:

When I was a kid, I was on a buggy hunting with my brother and his neighbors. One of the neighbors shot a big boar in...
Forum: Hunting Gear
12-11-2009, 12:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 670
Posted By daddywpb

pahunter105, I don't have a good camera, and...

pahunter105,

I don't have a good camera, and like i said they are in new condition, but if you want to see what they look like, this is the best I can do. Link is below.
...
Forum: Hunting Gear
12-10-2009, 11:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 670
Posted By daddywpb

Lowered price.

Lowered price.
Forum: Reloading
12-06-2009, 01:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 7,847
Posted By daddywpb

As long as it's been kept cool and dry, should be...

As long as it's been kept cool and dry, should be no problems. I've used 30 year old powder that worked just fine. As already stated, smell is the easiest way to tell.
Forum: Hunting Gear
12-06-2009, 01:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 670
Posted By daddywpb

Sold pending funds

SOLD PENDING FUNDS

Field of view at 1000 yards - 220 feet.
Weight 9.2 ounces.
Waterproof, fogproof, shockproof.
Rubber armored.
Clicking diopter for focusing stays where you put it.
Rubber...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-10-2009, 12:21 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,777
Posted By daddywpb

Thanks StillHunter90. I've heard stories exactly...

Thanks StillHunter90. I've heard stories exactly like that from a couple other people who stressed that I consider the .416 Rigby to be minimum. Better too much power than not enough!
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-06-2009, 11:32 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,777
Posted By daddywpb

[QUOTE=Ron Duval;3497188]Considering the field...

[QUOTE=Ron Duval;3497188]Considering the field positions that are probable, the recoil of a .40+ rifle may be uncomfortable. QUOTE]

Probably, but not as uncomfortable as being mauled by a...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-05-2009, 12:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,777
Posted By daddywpb

I don't think I'd call them a waste of money. The...

I don't think I'd call them a waste of money. The .338's have their place, as does everything else. Shot placement is always important, but, I believe an adrenaline charged bear that can hurt you...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-03-2009, 11:29 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,777
Posted By daddywpb

I think I've decided on a Ruger No.1 Tropical, or...

I think I've decided on a Ruger No.1 Tropical, or either the Ruger Safari Magnum chambered for the .458 Lott. I'd prefer the No.1, mostly because I've shot a Troical before in .375 H&H and I like the...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-28-2009, 02:40 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,777
Posted By daddywpb

Got off work early today and spent the afternoon...

Got off work early today and spent the afternoon reading the Speer loading manual. The .458 Lott beats all the cartridges discussed so far in the 300 - 350 grain velocity range, and also the 500...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-28-2009, 01:52 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,777
Posted By daddywpb

After further research, my mind is moving more...

After further research, my mind is moving more toward the .375's, not because of recoil, but in part because of the high cost of even reloading components for the 416 Rigby. Wow! Factory ammo with...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-27-2009, 12:29 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,777
Posted By daddywpb

Thanks for the info. I'm leaning more toward the...

Thanks for the info. I'm leaning more toward the 416 Rigby - that was my original thought, not sure about the 416 Ruger. The heaviest things I currently have are a Marlin 45/70 Guide Gun, and a Ruger...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-26-2009, 04:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,777
Posted By daddywpb

The 375 Ruger and 416 Rigby were on my short...

The 375 Ruger and 416 Rigby were on my short list. Thinking about a Ruger #1 Tropical. Thanks.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
10-26-2009, 03:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,777
Posted By daddywpb

Bear medicine

I am looking into a rifle to take on a guided Alaskan brown bear hunt - not over bait. Any advise from someone whos been there as to type of rifle or caliber would be appreciated. We don't have a lot...
Forum: Hunting Gear
10-26-2009, 12:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,361
Posted By daddywpb

Very nice! How much do you sell those for? Don't...

Very nice! How much do you sell those for? Don't need fancy leather.
Forum: Hogs and Exotics
10-26-2009, 12:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,115
Posted By daddywpb

Ummmmmmmm!! Pulled pork sammiches!

Ummmmmmmm!! Pulled pork sammiches!
Forum: Hogs and Exotics
10-26-2009, 12:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,973
Posted By daddywpb

Buckshot - NO. Slugs - YES!

Buckshot - NO.

Slugs - YES!
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