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Forum: Scopes and Sights
01-02-2017, 12:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,636
Posted By PigBrick

Leupold Customer Service

Probably won't surprise many, but I just have to give kudos to Leupold customer service (again). While hunting in late November, I took a fall on the rocks and the scope on my rifle (VX2 3-9 w/CDS)...
Forum: Guns
01-20-2016, 07:50 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 10,862
Posted By PigBrick

What I carry 70% of the time. Excellent little...

What I carry 70% of the time. Excellent little package.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
01-15-2016, 08:28 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 6,309
Posted By PigBrick

This. Or Remington .243 ADL or SPS.

This. Or Remington .243 ADL or SPS.
Forum: Guns
01-14-2016, 04:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,993
Posted By PigBrick

You got a great deal on the 06. Now you have a...

You got a great deal on the 06. Now you have a couple of elk rifles.
Forum: Guns
01-14-2016, 04:56 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,993
Posted By PigBrick

If the biggest thing you ever intend to shoot is...

If the biggest thing you ever intend to shoot is an elk, load up some 150 TTSXs, 165 NABs or partitions and go kill elk with your 308.

Use your "proceeds" to hunt rather than buy another rifle. ...
Forum: Guns
01-14-2016, 04:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,808
Posted By PigBrick

Fugg a stupid "break" (actually brake). I hate...

Fugg a stupid "break" (actually brake). I hate 'em.

Facts:
- Rifle stock design matters a bunch
- weight of the rifle matters a bunch
- 270 (my favorite) burns 10% more powder to drive a 150...
Forum: Guns
01-14-2016, 04:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,179
Posted By PigBrick

The action alone is worth what you paid. Shoot...

The action alone is worth what you paid. Shoot the dang thing. already!
Forum: Big Game Hunting
12-13-2015, 01:57 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,210
Posted By PigBrick

I agree. I'd use a 7mm-08 with a tough bullet on...

I agree. I'd use a 7mm-08 with a tough bullet on a moose with less worries than the same round on an elk. They both will die, but at times it seems elk cling to life with much more tenacity.
Forum: Guns
12-13-2015, 01:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,737
Posted By PigBrick

Never have seen a shooter or an animal that could...

Never have seen a shooter or an animal that could tell the difference in a .270 vs .280.

OP, at reasonable ranges, there is no appreciable difference in a .270 and 308, as far as performance on...
Forum: Guns
12-13-2015, 01:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,556
Posted By PigBrick

+1 on a nice bolt gun. 243, 7mm-08, 270, 308...

+1 on a nice bolt gun. 243, 7mm-08, 270, 308...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
11-27-2015, 12:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,929
Posted By PigBrick

True. For stand hunting, an HBS cannot be beat....

True. For stand hunting, an HBS cannot be beat. The "dress in layers" is for those of us who still hunt and may need to adjust to mid-day temps or other rapid weather developments.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-27-2015, 12:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,884
Posted By PigBrick

Cameron Co.

Cameron Co.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
11-27-2015, 11:13 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,763
Posted By PigBrick

4x for all situations until a possible longer...

4x for all situations until a possible longer shot is posible. If I'm hunting open areas, 6x. Never really needed more than 6x. If a planned, unhurried, long poke is in order, there is normally...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-27-2015, 11:01 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,210
Posted By PigBrick

Bullets placed in the correct spot mean much more...

Bullets placed in the correct spot mean much more than headstamps.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
11-27-2015, 10:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,884
Posted By PigBrick

Took some pics while bear hunting with friends...

Took some pics while bear hunting with friends earlier this week.

http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r295/BeNBadRacing/DSCN0662_zpskyfkrrec.jpg...
Forum: Reloading
07-08-2015, 01:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,320
Posted By PigBrick

Good job. I took a nice black bear in Canada...

Good job. I took a nice black bear in Canada with my own loads about a year after I first started. Vey satisfying feeling.
Forum: Reloading
07-08-2015, 01:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,953
Posted By PigBrick

Hornady Lock-n-load. RL550

Hornady Lock-n-load. RL550
Forum: Reloading
07-08-2015, 01:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,053
Posted By PigBrick

Agreed. I have a 243 that loves 100 Game Kings...

Agreed. I have a 243 that loves 100 Game Kings over 4064 or Varget. Deer die when hit with that combo.
Forum: Gunsmithing
07-05-2015, 09:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,431
Posted By PigBrick

There's no better stock made than a McMillan,...

There's no better stock made than a McMillan, IMO. I have several. The Hunter's Edge is the best hunting stock, bar none. They are expensive, however. For the value, they may not be the best, but...
Forum: Guns
07-05-2015, 08:49 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 6,034
Posted By PigBrick

Horrible thought. I would have to say that it...

Horrible thought. I would have to say that it would be the only '06 I own, a model 700 SS bedded in a Mickey Edge, wearing a Leupy VX2 3-9x CDS. Shoots a couple of loads very well and would be good...
Forum: Guns
05-14-2015, 05:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,136
Posted By PigBrick

Two things to check that are simple: 1: ...

Two things to check that are simple:

1: Check your front scope base screws. Sometimes if a screw is too long it will interfere with the lugs locking into the recess. It will be a fairly minute...
Forum: Guns
05-13-2015, 09:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,374
Posted By PigBrick

Yes, it is a classic action. The machine work on...

Yes, it is a classic action. The machine work on most of my rifles is done by my brother or a good friend of mine who has a machine shop. Both are machinists. My brother is an engineer who worked...
Forum: Guns
05-13-2015, 05:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,374
Posted By PigBrick

I like nice wood on a rifle. Here is one of my...

I like nice wood on a rifle. Here is one of my nicer stocks:
http://i147.photobucket.com/albums/r295/BeNBadRacing/7bc7d0fb-f01c-47b1-99d2-989ff2aeec37_zpscc619621.jpg
Forum: Guns
05-12-2015, 12:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,374
Posted By PigBrick

Thanks for the compliments, guys. I'm looking...

Thanks for the compliments, guys. I'm looking forward to running it through its paces and see how she shoots out to 1K.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
05-12-2015, 08:05 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,688
Posted By PigBrick

When stalking/still hunting in thickets, I carry...

When stalking/still hunting in thickets, I carry a Rem 788 in 308 topped with a 2-7 B&L or a Marlin 336 in 30-30 wearing a V3 (1-3) Weaver. Good bins in thickets are underrated. I use Leupold 8x32...
Forum: Guns
05-11-2015, 05:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,374
Posted By PigBrick

Thanks. 8lbs,10oz.

Thanks. 8lbs,10oz.
Forum: Guns
05-11-2015, 04:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,374
Posted By PigBrick

Just Finished First Build of 2015

Finished this up over the weekend.

Trued Model 70 action.
Kreiger #4 heavy sporter fluted and chmbered to 300 Win Mag.
Bedded in a McMillan Dark McWoody with Red pad.
Timney trigger.
Black...
Forum: Guns
05-06-2015, 02:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,246
Posted By PigBrick

Chicken little story or not, if you think it's...

Chicken little story or not, if you think it's going to get easier to own guns and buy ammo, you have your head in the sand. If you do not see storm clouds on the horizon with regard to our 2nd...
Forum: Guns
05-06-2015, 01:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,632
Posted By PigBrick

I have the exact rifle. Replaced the stock with...

I have the exact rifle. Replaced the stock with a B&C Medalists. I liked the Tikka so much that I purchased a T3 Hunter in 260 (8 twist 260 is the shizzle). I put the take-off stock from the 270...
Forum: Guns
05-06-2015, 01:29 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,572
Posted By PigBrick

I agree completely. If an animal is hit...

I agree completely. If an animal is hit marginally, I want an exit hole for a blood trail. I realize a marginal hit needs to be avoided through practice and shot judgment, but if you hunt long...
Forum: Guns
05-06-2015, 01:21 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,572
Posted By PigBrick

I've killed a lot of game and quite a few with...

I've killed a lot of game and quite a few with Barnes X, TSX, TTSX and LRX. Never an issue with any of them penetrating, expanding or killing. Quite frankly, the op's experience is totally out of...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-28-2015, 12:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,934
Posted By PigBrick

Turkey hunt, fish, scout new areas, set up trail...

Turkey hunt, fish, scout new areas, set up trail cams and check them periodically. Target practice, shoot the bow, five stand and sporting clays...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-28-2015, 12:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,753
Posted By PigBrick

+1. I've used several, and I have to say I have...

+1. I've used several, and I have to say I have used a Summit climber for the past 15 or so years exclusively.
Forum: Scopes and Sights
04-25-2015, 07:23 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 119,219
Posted By PigBrick

I somewhat agree. You usually get what you pay...

I somewhat agree. You usually get what you pay for.

I will say that my comparisons of a Leupold VX6 vs a Swarovski Z5 indicate the V6 to be on par or slightly better optically and ~$500 cheaper....
Forum: Scopes and Sights
04-25-2015, 07:13 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 119,219
Posted By PigBrick

Good post. I would take a Rifleman over any...

Good post.

I would take a Rifleman over any Jap scope save maybe a Bushy Elite. The VX1 (VXI, II, III are different from VX1, 2,3 etc.) is possibly the best value in riflescopes. They have the...
Forum: Scopes and Sights
04-25-2015, 07:07 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 119,219
Posted By PigBrick

This is BS. I say that based on ~30 years...

This is BS. I say that based on ~30 years experience with about every scope know to mankind. Leupold has the lowest failure rate IME; exactly one out of the several (probably 50+). It was an old...
Forum: Scopes and Sights
04-25-2015, 06:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,762
Posted By PigBrick

You will like 'em. Good choice.

You will like 'em. Good choice.
Forum: Scopes and Sights
04-25-2015, 06:54 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 13,762
Posted By PigBrick

I used Tally LW lows. If I did not use these, my...

I used Tally LW lows. If I did not use these, my second choice would be Warne's factory replacement.

I really do not like the factory rings, but some folks seem to have used them without issue....
Forum: Scopes and Sights
04-25-2015, 06:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,361
Posted By PigBrick

I have 7 sets of Talley LWs on 7 different...

I have 7 sets of Talley LWs on 7 different rifles, ranging from a 700 in 260 to a Mod 70 in 300 WM. Never had a problem and they save a few oz. (sometimes several oz). I highly recommend them. I...
Forum: Scopes and Sights
04-25-2015, 06:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,602
Posted By PigBrick

I would try my best to spend $50 bucks more and...

I would try my best to spend $50 bucks more and get a Leupold or a Redfield Revolution (excellent and made by Leupold with the same great CS. As a matter of fact, sent to the exact same address as...
Forum: Scopes and Sights
04-25-2015, 06:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,094
Posted By PigBrick

Natchez is a great retailer. I've purchased from...

Natchez is a great retailer. I've purchased from them for years with no issues. They have some real deals on scopes occasionally.

As far as Millet scopes go, I've owned a few. They are on par...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
04-24-2015, 06:27 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,975
Posted By PigBrick

I have not experienced this with either of mine. ...

I have not experienced this with either of mine. I do not keep the mags loaded when not in use. Not sure if that has anything to do with it. I'm old school, but I know that modern polymers are...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
04-24-2015, 06:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,147
Posted By PigBrick

Definitely a little hard to swallow. The 70 made...

Definitely a little hard to swallow. The 70 made in Portugal, most shotguns in Turkey, and the 1894 and its historical kin made in Japan...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
04-24-2015, 06:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,147
Posted By PigBrick

I have a FN Columbia, SC FW in 270 (2008LE). I...

I have a FN Columbia, SC FW in 270 (2008LE). I am very happy with it. The wood is pretty nice.

With that said, I have seen a few Portugal (since 2013) M70s shoot very well.

BU, let us know...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
04-24-2015, 06:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 11,143
Posted By PigBrick

For box-stock guns, I have a couple of Tikkas and...

For box-stock guns, I have a couple of Tikkas and really like (not love) them. I will say they both are superbly accurate with most handloads and factory loads I've run through them. I stuck one in...
Forum: Guns
04-24-2015, 05:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,992
Posted By PigBrick

My first CF rifle was an old Remington ADL in...

My first CF rifle was an old Remington ADL in 270. Killed an absolute mountain of game with that gun. Later carried a 788 in 308 (and still do). Kinda partial to a Montana in 308 these days when...
Forum: Guns
04-24-2015, 05:31 PM
Replies: 800
Sticky Which Gun
Views: 243,966
Posted By PigBrick

+1. Just one? Not even 1 rifle and 1...

+1.

Just one? Not even 1 rifle and 1 shotgun? Maybe I joined the wrong forum.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
04-24-2015, 05:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,008
Posted By PigBrick

Definitely get off the ground when possible. ...

Definitely get off the ground when possible. With your budget, you can get a nice climber for straight trees. Or if using a climber is not your thing, you can afford a set of climbing sticks and a...
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