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Forum: Firearm Review Forum
12-01-2010, 05:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,482
Posted By hanks396

Where are you getting $50 barrels from? That's a...

Where are you getting $50 barrels from? That's a steal.
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
12-01-2010, 04:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,482
Posted By hanks396

What is the advantage to having a half dozen...

What is the advantage to having a half dozen barrels for your marlin? As cheap as the rifles are, it seems like it would make more sense to buy a half dozen rifles if you want to shoot all those...
Forum: Bowhunting Gear Review
11-22-2010, 04:45 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,905
Posted By hanks396

I've had poor penetration with Muzzy heads when...

I've had poor penetration with Muzzy heads when hitting the shoulder. So now you've heard a report of poor Muzzy penetration! ;) I'm not knocking Muzzy, I don't think any head is going to...
Forum: Guns
11-11-2010, 04:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 21,052
Posted By hanks396

I've shot 100 grain Rem. Core Locts, 100 grain...

I've shot 100 grain Rem. Core Locts, 100 grain Win. Power Points, and 95 (I think) grain Hornady SST Superformance rounds out of mine. All would do better than an inch at 100 yards. Can't really...
Forum: Guns
11-11-2010, 03:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 21,052
Posted By hanks396

I have a Venture in .243 and absolutely love it. ...

I have a Venture in .243 and absolutely love it. It has a great trigger and will shoot under 1 moa with all 3 factory loads I've shot through it. If you like the wood stocks better, the Icon can...
Forum: Guns
10-31-2010, 07:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,954
Posted By hanks396

Either gun would be adequate, but I would go with...

Either gun would be adequate, but I would go with the Savage myself. The accu-trigger puts those H&R triggers to shame. I'm not so sure you'll find a Savage in stock though. Good luck with your...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-21-2010, 05:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 554
Posted By hanks396

Here in Michigan, we often have a week or more of...

Here in Michigan, we often have a week or more of west winds at a time. If the deer only traveled west, into the wind, they'd all be drowned in Lake Michigan! I don't believe wind direction has any...
Forum: Guns
10-18-2010, 12:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 704
Posted By hanks396

I don't have any experience with that gun, as...

I don't have any experience with that gun, as I've always used pumps. A few buddies I used to waterfowl hunt with had various auto's. One thing I learned from their frustrations is to keep extra...
Forum: Guns
10-16-2010, 04:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,869
Posted By hanks396

I would pick the marlin over the Edge. However,...

I would pick the marlin over the Edge. However, I would pick the T/C Venture over the Marlin for about the same price. They're great shooters and have a lifetime warranty. After rebate, you can...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-15-2010, 02:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,578
Posted By hanks396

I have a Venture in .243 and it's just amazingly...

I have a Venture in .243 and it's just amazingly accurate. It'll shoot under an inch at 100 yards with all 3 factory loads I've tried so far.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-15-2010, 01:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,327
Posted By hanks396

Everybody knows that bigfoot bury their dead!!! ...

Everybody knows that bigfoot bury their dead!!! :biggrin:
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-15-2010, 01:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,168
Posted By hanks396

It has nothing to do with the crossbow. The...

It has nothing to do with the crossbow. The broadhead doesn't know the difference between being shot out of a xbow or compound. I switched over to the 2 blade Rages this year with my crossbow and...
Forum: Crossbows
10-11-2010, 06:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 25,126
Posted By hanks396

I would also add the Parker line to the mix. I...

I would also add the Parker line to the mix. I have the Buckbuster 175 and it's been an awesome bow for me. Accuracy is astounding and it's very fast.
Forum: Crossbows
10-10-2010, 05:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,041
Posted By hanks396

I question how he can be so certain of his shot...

I question how he can be so certain of his shot placement when shooting a crossbow. Whether I'm shooting a target or a deer, I can't watch the arrow fly through the scope like I could when I shot a...
Forum: Crossbows
10-09-2010, 05:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,041
Posted By hanks396

I've used Muzzy 100 grain 3 blades for many years...

I've used Muzzy 100 grain 3 blades for many years with both a compound and crossbow with great results. Every once in a great while, fat or something can clog a hole no matter what head you're...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-09-2010, 05:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 753
Posted By hanks396

Buds has that scope for $195 plus S/H.

Buds has that scope for $195 plus S/H.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-09-2010, 04:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,926
Posted By hanks396

You mean there are open spaces in Kansas??? :s4:

You mean there are open spaces in Kansas??? :s4:
Forum: Guns
10-08-2010, 07:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 819
Posted By hanks396

I just bought the model 11GYXP3 for my son in...

I just bought the model 11GYXP3 for my son in .243 and it's a tack driver!!! Your son will be very happy. I believe the LOP is 12.5", but I'm not certain of it. I know their youth stocks are 1"...
Forum: Bowhunting Gear Review
10-08-2010, 11:44 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,905
Posted By hanks396

I just started shooting the 2 blade Rage this...

I just started shooting the 2 blade Rage this year and so far I'm extremely impressed. The holes are huge and the blood trails are insane! The first deer I shot only went 30 yards so trailing...
Forum: Bowhunting Gear Review
10-08-2010, 11:30 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 20,545
Posted By hanks396

I'll stick with the 2 blade Rages. The holes...

I'll stick with the 2 blade Rages. The holes they make and the blood trails they leave have to be seen to believe. I'm shooting them out of a crossbow and have gotten pass throughs on the 2 deer...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-08-2010, 11:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,634
Posted By hanks396

I don't have any drawings or plans, but for a 2...

I don't have any drawings or plans, but for a 2 man blind, I think a 4' x 6' blind is ideal. Have you tried a hub style pop up blind? They're much better than the older spring steel styled blinds.
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-08-2010, 10:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,555
Posted By hanks396

steelhead, how do you like your limbsaver pad? I...

steelhead, how do you like your limbsaver pad? I put one on my .308 and couldn't believe the difference it made. I was very impressed with it.
Forum: Guns
10-08-2010, 10:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,362
Posted By hanks396

The Venture is a great gun. I bought one in .243...

The Venture is a great gun. I bought one in .243 a couple months ago. The trigger is user adjustable and crisp with no creep. They're guaranteed to shoot 1 MOA and mine will do that with cheap...
Forum: Crossbows
10-08-2010, 09:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,251
Posted By hanks396

Just fyi, I shot the muzzy 100 grain 3 blades...

Just fyi, I shot the muzzy 100 grain 3 blades last year. They shot great out of my crossbow, but they did NOT shoot to the same POI as my field points. It was a simple matter of re-adjusting my...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-08-2010, 06:26 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,168
Posted By hanks396

Mr. Deer Hunter, if you're happy with your 30 yr...

Mr. Deer Hunter, if you're happy with your 30 yr old gamemasters, then good for you. I'm sure they're dependable guns and are plenty accurate to hunt with. But to say that the current synthetic...
Forum: Guns
10-08-2010, 06:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,307
Posted By hanks396

I would have to agree to disagree with mr. deer...

I would have to agree to disagree with mr. deer hunter. While you can get great guns at great prices on the used racks, you can also get someone else's problem. There are some really nice bolt guns...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-08-2010, 05:59 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,926
Posted By hanks396

I would dare to say that 99% of hunters in the...

I would dare to say that 99% of hunters in the woods have no business shooting 500 yards at an animal. I'm not saying the OP isn't in the 1%, although if it's been 5 years since he's shot a rifle,...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-08-2010, 05:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 694
Posted By hanks396

I've never seen wind direction play a role in...

I've never seen wind direction play a role in deer movement. It can certainly make a difference in how many deer you see if the wind direction is wrong for a particular stand. I think wind speed...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-07-2010, 06:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,168
Posted By hanks396

Congrats, you'll be glad you went with the...

Congrats, you'll be glad you went with the accu-trigger.
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-07-2010, 02:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,523
Posted By hanks396

I wouldn't blame the store at all, every gun shop...

I wouldn't blame the store at all, every gun shop I know of has a no return policy on guns. I would, however, be getting sideways with Mossberg for not covering shipping costs for the return.
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-07-2010, 02:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 26,636
Posted By hanks396

It really depends on how much you want to spend...

It really depends on how much you want to spend on ammo. Any 150 grain psp will do just fine on deer provided it shoots well from your gun. I've killed many deer with my .308 using Federal Premium...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-07-2010, 02:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,555
Posted By hanks396

I haven't heard any glowing reviews on the ATR's....

I haven't heard any glowing reviews on the ATR's. I would look at a Savage with accu-trigger, a Marlin XS-7, or a T/C Venture. I have both the Savage and the Venture in .243 and they're both great...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-07-2010, 02:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 53,331
Posted By hanks396

I have a rifle in .44 mag and wouldn't even...

I have a rifle in .44 mag and wouldn't even consider a 200 yard shot. That's just too far for that round. I would feel comfortable at 100, and that's about it. If you're going to try to stretch...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-07-2010, 02:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,168
Posted By hanks396

I would steer clear of that rifle and get...

I would steer clear of that rifle and get something with a better trigger. I think the stock triggers on Savages are junk. The accu-trigger is excellent. My .308 was a pre-accutrigger and I hated...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-07-2010, 01:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,482
Posted By hanks396

I have a Venture in .243 and it's a fabulous...

I have a Venture in .243 and it's a fabulous shooter. The trigger is excellent. I don't have a scale, but it's fairly light and crisp. They're user adjustable. I've heard great things about the...
Forum: Crossbows
10-07-2010, 01:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,251
Posted By hanks396

Is he drawing the string by hand? That can cause...

Is he drawing the string by hand? That can cause the string to be off center and can cause wild groups. Make sure he's using a ****ing aid, the correct size/weight arrows and start off with field...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-07-2010, 01:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,727
Posted By hanks396

I would not shoot that far with a .357 at a deer....

I would not shoot that far with a .357 at a deer. According to the ballistics listed above, your bullet is below 800ft/lbs shortly after 50 yards. I've often heard of 800 ft/lbs as being the...
Forum: Guns
10-07-2010, 06:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,748
Posted By hanks396

Neither I nor the millions of deer killed by...

Neither I nor the millions of deer killed by 30-30's were aware that the 30-30 was barely capable of killing deer at point blank ranges!!! :bash:
Forum: Guns
10-06-2010, 04:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,685
Posted By hanks396

I would by pass the Edge. To stay under $500 I...

I would by pass the Edge. To stay under $500 I would go with a Savage 110, Marlin XL7, or T/C Venture. I've never shot a Marlin, but have heard nothing but great things about them. The Savage with...
Forum: Guns
10-06-2010, 04:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,838
Posted By hanks396

I have a Nikon Buckmaster 4.5-14 X 40 on my .308...

I have a Nikon Buckmaster 4.5-14 X 40 on my .308 and absolutely love it. Low light transmission is very good as is clarity. I also have a Buckmaster 3-9x40 on my .243 that is also a great scope.
Forum: Guns
10-06-2010, 04:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,192
Posted By hanks396

If you expect to shoot 400 yards with any...

If you expect to shoot 400 yards with any regularity I would go with either a 22-250 or .243. I don't know how set you are on buying the Edge, but I think you can get more rifle for the money buy...
Forum: Guns
10-06-2010, 04:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,312
Posted By hanks396

I've been shooting Nosler Ballistic Tips out of...

I've been shooting Nosler Ballistic Tips out of my .308 ever since I bought it several years ago. This year I'm switching to the Hornady SST Superformance ammo. The reason being that the Hornady...
Forum: Guns
10-06-2010, 04:12 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,927
Posted By hanks396

Unless you reload, you'll be paying out the nose...

Unless you reload, you'll be paying out the nose for ammo, assuming you can even find any. I would personally look at a 30-06 or 300 win Mag for the distances you're expecting.
Forum: Crossbows
10-06-2010, 04:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 957
Posted By hanks396

Great to hear customer service is still alive and...

Great to hear customer service is still alive and well! I had the foot stirrup break on my Parker Buckbuster last year and Parker sent me a free replacement within a couple of days.
Forum: Crossbows
10-06-2010, 04:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,716
Posted By hanks396

I have a Parker Buckbuster 175 that I started...

I have a Parker Buckbuster 175 that I started hunting with last fall. I killed 2 last year using muzzy 100 grain 3 blade heads and they worked good. I did have to adjust my scope to shoot them...
Forum: Crossbows
10-06-2010, 04:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,614
Posted By hanks396

I have a Parker Buckbuster 175 and just started...

I have a Parker Buckbuster 175 and just started using the 2 blade Rage this year. I have killed two does so far and haven't had any problems with the blades opening up in flight (that i know of...
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