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Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
01-08-2014, 06:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,133
Posted By Forbushman

Sorry I was getting the info from a caliber chart...

Sorry I was getting the info from a caliber chart and typed that in.
Cartridge would be correct.
The 270 is based on the 30-03. However 30-06 is considered the parent case. (Don't ask me why)...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
01-08-2014, 05:01 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,133
Posted By Forbushman

Both calibers are based on a necked down 30-06. ...

Both calibers are based on a necked down 30-06. A 25-06 115 gr. bullet has a sectional density of .249. A 270 130 gr. bullet has a sectional density of .242. .215 is considered a minimum for white...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
08-12-2013, 02:46 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,296
Posted By Forbushman

A Benelli R1 Comfortech 30-06 will be a great gun...

A Benelli R1 Comfortech 30-06 will be a great gun as a novice and one he can shoot at the age of 70.

150 gr would probably be a great starting round.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-23-2013, 04:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,470
Posted By Forbushman

Don't get me wrong... I'm not questioning you...

Don't get me wrong... I'm not questioning you wanting a new gun... just asking why you wouldn't buy a new rifle with the same caliber
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-23-2013, 03:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,470
Posted By Forbushman

After my first post, I went to the Winchester...

After my first post, I went to the Winchester Ballistics chart. With a Winchester Power Point bullet, 150 gr. (I know... bullets are a whole new discussion... but I wanted a constant) I compared the...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-23-2013, 02:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,470
Posted By Forbushman

Is there any particular reason you want to change...

Is there any particular reason you want to change calibers?
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-14-2013, 04:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 818
Posted By Forbushman

Tonight's Recipe

We enjoyed four small chops and a round steak divided between us.
The steaks thawed in the fridge over night.
This morning I mixed:
1/2 tsp. of garlic
1/2 tsp. of powder mustard
1/2 tsp. of...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-11-2013, 05:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 39,848
Posted By Forbushman

Let's rephrase the question. 0 to 75 yard...

Let's rephrase the question.

0 to 75 yard shot. Mostly hardwoods with cedar swamp mixed in. Weapon of choice, why... and are you dogging or on a stand
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-11-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 39,848
Posted By Forbushman

Mojo you were pretty clear to me. I was...

Mojo you were pretty clear to me. I was seriously considering doing exactly what you and your friend did. In theory practice should work. In practice... theory never works.
Your practice tells us...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-11-2013, 02:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 39,848
Posted By Forbushman

30 yds may be a more accurate distance, however...

30 yds may be a more accurate distance, however Mojo's experiment seems to confirm that there is no real such thing as a "bush gun". There appears to be no one giving a real hard and fast advantage...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-10-2013, 03:29 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 39,848
Posted By Forbushman

I'm just curious why you would suggest the 165...

I'm just curious why you would suggest the 165 grs

Thank
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-09-2013, 06:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 39,848
Posted By Forbushman

As the Ministry states on its website. " A buck...

As the Ministry states on its website. " A buck will weigh between 100 to 300 lbs."

As Topgun mentioned... I looking forward to trying 150 gr in my 30-06.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-08-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 39,848
Posted By Forbushman

Thank you all for taking the time to respond. ...

Thank you all for taking the time to respond.

I hunt in Northern Ontario.

If they weren't 120 gr. then they were 110. Definitely bigger than the factory100. You can buy 120 gr .243 bullets...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-07-2013, 04:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 39,848
Posted By Forbushman

... and if I questioned the quality of my shot......

... and if I questioned the quality of my shot... I would pass on it rather than risk wounding the deer and not find it later.

So let me rephrase the question. I have knocked down 1 deer in a run...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-07-2013, 01:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 39,848
Posted By Forbushman

I just bought a 30-06. I know it is a nice deer...

I just bought a 30-06. I know it is a nice deer gun and good for moose.

I've been under the impression or misconception that the 30 cal bullets have a bit better "plowing power".

I've found...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-07-2013, 01:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 39,848
Posted By Forbushman

Deer Hunting 30-06 vs 30/30 vs .243

This question is not about the kill shot. I've knocked down 7 deer all with my .243.

I'm after opinions and experience regarding the blood trail when wounded or the ability for the shot to cut...
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