HuntingNet.com Forums - Search Results

Go Back  HuntingNet.com Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

 
Search: Posts Made By: cgturner7
Showing results 1 to 50 of 123
Search took 0.12 seconds.
08-30-2006, 12:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 493
Posted By cgturner7

Meat Grinder Recommendations

I'm thinking about getting started making my own venison burger, sausage, etc. I'd like to stay under $200. What can you tell me?
09-27-2005, 09:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,753
Posted By cgturner7

Full moon during the rut

Been looking at the moon phase chart for the upcoming season. I noticed that there will be a full moon at about the same time as peak rut where I hunt in TX. How will the full moon affect the rut?...
03-24-2005, 12:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 510
Posted By cgturner7

When do rubs occur?

Out at the lease last week, hiking around. I found a trail with at least six old rubs in a stretch of about 400 yards. I found a good spot to set up a ground blind for the upcoming season. My...
Forum: Guns
02-24-2005, 12:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,027
Posted By cgturner7

RE: NEF single-shot?

They are excellent rifles for the $. A great first rifle, lots of personality, too. I have a H&R Ultra in .308 that is my main hunting rifle. It's nice and light to carry all day long and shoots...
02-14-2005, 01:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,204
Posted By cgturner7

Mouth call secrets

Bought a mouth call this past weekend so I could practice for the upcoming season. So what's the secret? I can't get the darn thing to make much of any sorta sound. At least not one that a turkey...
Forum: Guns
01-07-2005, 03:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,251
Posted By cgturner7

17 HMR or 22 Mag?

Thinking of buying a plinking gun (cans, coons, rabbits, possums, etc). Which would be better and in what rifle? I'm leaning towards a Henry lever just because I've always wanted a lever gun since my...
Forum: Guns
12-10-2004, 02:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,519
Posted By cgturner7

RE: are swift scopes any good?

I like my Premier 3-9x40. I've been a Swift bino user for the past 12 years and have nothing but praise for the company. Since my Swift Audobon 8.5x44 binos have been so great I decided to try one...
Forum: Guns
12-10-2004, 02:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,519
Posted By cgturner7

RE: are swift scopes any good?

I like my Premier 3-9x40. I've been a Swift bino user for the past 12 years and have nothing but praise for the company. Since my Swift Audobon 8.5x44 binos have been so great I decided to try one...
Forum: Guns
12-08-2004, 12:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 735
Posted By cgturner7

RE: 7mm-08 my first gun?

Can't beat the NEF H&R rifles for cost. Great caliber selection for a new hunter, as well. In the "medium" calibers you'd have your choice of .243. 25-06, 7-08, .308, and others. Take a look at...
Forum: Guns
12-08-2004, 12:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,975
Posted By cgturner7

RE: 30.30 or 30.06

Lever action? .308? = Winchester Model 88
Forum: Guns
12-02-2004, 06:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,419
Posted By cgturner7

RE: NEF Handi Rifle

Buy it. You won't be sorry. It may earn it's way into being your primary hunting rifle.
Forum: Guns
11-30-2004, 03:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 652
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Shotgun...combo or not?

govtmule- I, too, have been looking at combos lately. I don't know that you'll find one for $350 unless you get a great deal on gunsamerica.com or auctionarms.com. The two least expensive combo...
Forum: Guns
11-22-2004, 12:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 694
Posted By cgturner7

RE: straight pull bolts?

I have not seen a Blaser in person, but all that I've read about them is positive. I too, am considering buying one. Besides the zero-throw bolt there is also the benefit of easy conversion to...
Forum: Guns
11-12-2004, 02:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,819
Posted By cgturner7

RE: New England Arms vs Rossi

NEF all the way. These are really great little guns. When my sons get old enough to hunt my H&R Ultra will be their first rifle- that is, if I don't buy another NEF before then. I currently own a...
Forum: Guns
11-12-2004, 02:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,542
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Best 308 factory load for deer?

I'm with diyj98- my rifle likes Federal 150 gr. Nosler ballistic tips. They shoot better than I can.
Forum: Guns
11-11-2004, 03:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,288
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Drillings info

DM- Been doing some more research on the internet. Do you know anything about the Baikal IZH 94, Valmet 412, or Tikka 512? The one article I found on the Tikka wasn't positive. I sent you a PM,...
Forum: Guns
11-11-2004, 11:49 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,021
Posted By cgturner7

RE: What gun are you hunting with???

H&R Ultra in .308. Swift Premier 3x9x40. Federal 150 grain Nosler ballistic tips.
Forum: Guns
11-10-2004, 01:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,058
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Winchester Model 88

My brother in-law has one in .308 that he inherited from his grandfather. It's a very accurate rifle that has accounted for several whiteail. I wish I had one. They are becoming a collectors item...
Forum: Guns
11-10-2004, 07:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,288
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Drillings info

I have seen a write up on the Savage gun, but think a .223 is probably too light for deer (even our monster TX whitetail). What I'd really like to see is a o/u with 12 or 20 ga and a 6.5x55. Yep,...
Forum: Guns
11-09-2004, 03:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,288
Posted By cgturner7

Drillings info

While sitting in a blind opening weekend, I was pondering what would be the "ideal" rifle for my situation. I believe it might be a Drillings! On my lease in Edward County, TX you never know what...
Forum: Guns
10-19-2004, 04:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,377
Posted By cgturner7

6.5x55 or .257 Roberts?

I'm considering my next rifle purchase. I currently own a H&R Ultra in .308 and my grandfather's old Remington 30-06. I want a smaller caliber for Texas whitetail hunting. Which of these two...
Forum: Guns
10-19-2004, 04:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,995
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Single shot rifles

It seems there are two sides to the single-shot story. There are hunters who accept singles, even NEF, as serious deer getters. And then there are those that won't give them credit for anything. ...
10-19-2004, 03:28 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,266
Posted By cgturner7

RE: what did you kill your first deer with?

Three years ago, I was age 35. One shot with a borrowed .257 Roberts, about 120 yards. A nice 8-point that scored 99.
09-23-2004, 07:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 994
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Terlet

Outhouse- and make it a two-holer! Then you can swap strategies and stories while taking care of things. My grandfather constructed a two-holer before they had indoor plumbing in their cabin. ...
09-21-2004, 07:10 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,239
Posted By cgturner7

RE: whats your favorite camo and why?

ASAT for me too. Right now I just have the long sleeve T and BDU's. Saving my pennies for a 3D Leafy Suit. It's great stuff. Last season I had two does and a fawn come within 10 yards while I was...
09-17-2004, 03:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 865
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Need good inexpensive Binoculars

speyrjb had good advice. The Nikon Travelites are very good for their size and cost. However, mini-binos limit your viewing at dusk and dawn because they don't allow enough light to enter. Get...
Forum: Guns
09-17-2004, 07:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 648
Posted By cgturner7

RE: almost done with my first custom

jason.....First off, great looking rifle you have there. I have a couple of questions for you. Did you use an old Mauser for your action? How much work did you have to do to get the stock to fit...
09-16-2004, 07:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 655
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Moon Phases

I just did a bit of research on the same topic. I found this calendar that seems pretty good. It takes into account both sun and moon phases. I'm giving it a try this year to see if it really...
09-14-2004, 03:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 320
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Cross the Saddle?

This particular saddle is a low spot on a ridge- basically an easier way for deer to get to the other side. If I set up on the near side the prevailing winds will take my scent into their path. If...
09-14-2004, 02:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 320
Posted By cgturner7

Cross the Saddle?

I have scouted a good looking saddle that I'd like to hunt on our lease. The problem is that I need to set up on the far side. Will I ruin a good set up by crossing the trail that goes through the...
09-10-2004, 02:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,869
Posted By cgturner7

RE: which rifle will you be taking

H&R Ultra Hunter .308
Swift 3-9X40
Federal 150 gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip
Forum: Bowhunting
09-10-2004, 07:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,505
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Bicycles, Binocs, and glasses

About your binos.... I use the chest strap. It's made from elastic webbing and keeps the binos right in front. I wasn't too sure about it when I first started using it- thought it was another...
Forum: Guns
09-08-2004, 02:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,088
Posted By cgturner7

RE: New England 243 needed

Go to www.graybeardoutdoors.com and click on "GBO Forums." Scroll down the page a bit and there's a section related to NEF/H&R centerfires, rimfires, and a bit further down, NEF classifieds.
09-02-2004, 12:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 572
Posted By cgturner7

Tree stand rookie

I would like to try a tree stand this year but have never used one. I hunt in south Texas (Edwards County) and all of the trees on my lease are crooked or have major branches. How do you fix a...
Forum: Bowhunting
09-02-2004, 12:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,747
Posted By cgturner7

RE: What are you going to do different this year?

I'm going to hunt some of the good looking draws and try to get up a tree. How do you guys deal with trees that aren't straight? There isn't a single straight tree on my lease in south Texas.
Forum: Bowhunting
09-02-2004, 12:24 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,113
Posted By cgturner7

RE: To Pee or Not to Pee

I'd like to see the results of that study!
Forum: Bowhunting
09-02-2004, 12:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,484
Posted By cgturner7

RE: What Camo???

Another ASAT user. Now if I can just save up enough $ to get a 3-D Leafy Suit before season starts.
09-01-2004, 07:04 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,379
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Best rifle for my wife?

How about a NEF/H&R? They are short, easy handling and come in most of the calibers noted above- .243, 25-06, 30-30, and now in 7-08.
Forum: Guns
08-31-2004, 01:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,647
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Winchester 88 ?

My brother-in-law shoots one, he inherited it from his grandfather. Last season I asked him how often he shoots at the range. He said maybe once every 5 years. In the 20 or so years he's had the...
08-31-2004, 12:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 697
Posted By cgturner7

RE: new spoting scope

First of all, decide how big of a scope you want to carry. That will determine how big of objective lense to get. Bigger objective lense lets in more light and, hopefully, a better view. But...
Forum: Guns
08-26-2004, 03:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 402
Posted By cgturner7

.257 Roberts which case?

I know I've heard this here before but what case is the .257 Roberts based on?

Also, what are the rounds that are based on the .308?
08-25-2004, 03:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,706
Posted By cgturner7

RE: tips for a first-timer?

Moose- sounds like you are all set. When I shot my first Texas whitetail (Edwards County) I felt guilty about taking it at a feeder. But the more I discover about Texas hunting the more I learn...
Forum: Guns
08-25-2004, 07:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,766
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Best gun for kids!

I agree, etw. NEF/H&R would make a great kid rifle- not too bad for grown-ups, either. I plan to hand my H&R down to my sons when they get old enough to hunt. Then I have a built in excuse to buy...
08-24-2004, 01:02 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,681
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Where is everyone hunting this year?

Hey Charley, me too. Edwards Country, South Central Texas.
08-24-2004, 12:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,081
Posted By cgturner7

Solar/Lunar charts

Anyone using these? I was thinking about buying the Doug Hannon "Moon Clock." Then I started doing a little more research and found what seems to be a better deal. Does anyone have experience with...
Forum: Guns
08-23-2004, 02:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,766
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Best gun for kids!

Another vote for the .257 Roberts. I wish I had one for myself. Hornady makes factory ammo, so does Remington.
08-23-2004, 02:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,854
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Good affordable Binoculars

astronomics.com has the Swift Audobons at $269 or the Audobons with ED glass at $369. Great company and will give you objective advice.
08-20-2004, 02:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,854
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Good affordable Binoculars

I read a review at betterviewdesired.com that said the new Audobons are even better than the old ones. I have the old ones and they are very good, the new ones should be awesome. Incredible...
Forum: Guns
08-20-2004, 12:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,657
Posted By cgturner7

RE: 280 remington

For something a bit different, NEF makes the Handi-rifle in .280 with a 26" barrel. [8D]
08-20-2004, 12:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,854
Posted By cgturner7

RE: Good affordable Binoculars

Buy binos that are comfortable in your hands as well as hanging around your neck. Hunting binos need to have a WIDE field of view. Stay away from mini or compact models- too narrow field of view...
Showing results 1 to 50 of 123
 


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.