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Forum: Reloading
12-16-2004, 08:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 76,403
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: 130 grain vs. 150 grain (.270)

I've used a bunch of different weights from 130-150. My favorite is 140 accu-bond. Been most accurate and most consistant 1 shot bullet I've used JMHO!
Forum: Reloading
12-09-2004, 09:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 822
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Anyone shoot 55gr bullets in .243?

Cool, i ordered some brass on e-bay and will likely start in after the first of the year. Thanks for the advise!
Forum: Reloading
12-09-2004, 09:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 587
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: HORNADY LOCK-N-LOAD CLASSIC

I started with the Lee anniversery kit and moved up to the Hornaday this past fall. I really like the lock and load feature. All be it, I have not loaded alot with it yet, I really like it! Much...
Forum: Reloading
12-09-2004, 09:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,199
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Best Brass and Powder

I am down to loading 140gr nosler Accubonds exclusively. I really like them for accuracy and for performance. I load h4831sc. Use it for the 338 as well. have ywt to load the 06, but winter is...
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2004, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 546
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

BP Elk in Colorado???????????

Anyone have a link to regs? I am specifically wondering about scoping BP's for Elk. Also I believe Powerbelt bullets are legal, what about Sabot's? Any help would be great! Thanks!
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2004, 09:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 625
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

Anyone use American Poineer propellents?

I used some and really like it. It seems to work really well in my CVA. Better than the loose 777. I shot a much better group and the POI was much closer to my scopes boresighting! Anyone else...
Forum: Guns
12-02-2004, 08:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,300
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: looking at getting a rifle

I'm more of a .270 guy, but the 30-06 has VAST capabilities. I would look seriously at the savages! They are great guns!
Forum: Reloading
11-30-2004, 09:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 822
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

Anyone shoot 55gr bullets in .243?

Just acquired some 55gr Nosler BT's in a swap. Haven't yet loaded the .243, but thinking these should make for a very FAST coyote load. Anyone load this combo and have a pet load they might want to...
Forum: Black Powder
11-30-2004, 08:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,720
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: First Muzzleloader purchase. Need advice.

My choice was down to sending in my ultra rifle to have the BP barrel fitted or picking up the CVA Optima. I went with the optima after I say that the NEF had a disc system as well. I shot a 3"...
Forum: Guns
11-30-2004, 11:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,830
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Need some advice on 243 bullet

Cool. I just picked up a .243 and am starting to look for a load for next years deer season. I am going to be starting up loading w/ 55gr BT's for coyotes and other varmits. Looking forward to...
Forum: Reloading
11-30-2004, 11:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 485
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: ballistic jelly

I have never done it, but I know that you can take newsprint and tie it loosely and soak it in a tub. This allows for alot of expansion with water and has been reported to stop bullets pretty well, ...
Forum: Guns
11-24-2004, 07:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,150
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: ballistic tips or not

How does it shoot? If it shoots groups that you are satisfied with, then stick w the Remmy's. If it's not what you want it to be, Accuracy that is, then consider a switch. I'd think if you can hit...
Forum: Black Powder
11-24-2004, 07:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,526
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Newbie questions

I as well would Profoundly WARN YOU from carrying primers loose. I have a Optima as well. I'm currently using speed loaders and theones that I'm using have a place for the primer that holds it...
Forum: Sporting Dogs
11-24-2004, 07:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 555
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: E-collars

I don't have the book in front of me, but I did train pretty close to the book with Ace. Have basic obedience work going now with Sunny. I'll dig it out and get the author.
Forum: Sporting Dogs
11-23-2004, 07:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 555
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

E-collars

Greetings all, I have been around the huntingnet forums for some time, but have not been around this particular forum, so if this question is redundant, please forgive and advise. Thanks.

I...
Forum: Guns
11-21-2004, 08:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 912
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Coyote gun

Buy two Savages! One in .243 and one in 300 Win Mag or larger. I personally am liking the .300 WSM, as a budy just got one. I'm not sure if Savage makes that chambering however. The Savage is a...
Forum: Reloading
11-21-2004, 08:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 723
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: new to this..........need your pet load for the /06

I have yet to load the 06, but the 270 and 338 both really like H4831. I like the SC version which is short cut. It meters great. I really like how it shoots in the .270. HAd a .63 group at 100...
Forum: Reloading
11-21-2004, 08:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 588
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Need information on a rifle

I just picked up a Savage .243 with the new accu-trigger. It has a Blued barrela dn is laminate. It is a work rifle and as such already is dinged up. This is one that I plan to give to the kids...
Forum: Reloading
11-21-2004, 08:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 879
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: .270 Accubond meats elk

:D
Forum: Reloading
11-17-2004, 07:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 666
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: want to start reloading

Hornaday or RCBS. I like either. I have yet to use any other brands in depth. I do like the Lee decapper. Some gut's swear by the Lee products. I just have had great luck with the Hornadays and...
Forum: Guns
11-17-2004, 07:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 520
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Accubond for deer?

Both deer I shot with my .270 dropped in their tracks. I used the 140's for my reloads!
Forum: Reloading
11-17-2004, 07:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 647
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

Calculations?

OK, now that most of deer hunting is over, I'll be looking to do a bunch of reloading. I am hoping to get out next spring to do some Prairie dog shooting. I have "best loads" from testing the...
Forum: Reloading
11-17-2004, 07:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 779
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: what starters kit for a new reloader?

I agree w/ James B on this one. I started witht he Lee kit. Infact, I believe that Midway has it on sale this month. I have loaded .22-250 up to .338 on it w/o a hitch. JMHO
Forum: Reloading
11-08-2004, 07:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,432
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Accubond review

Bigtime happy with this bullet! Took two cull deer at about 50 yards thru the brush and the bullet found it's mark each time. Total steps taken after the shots, 0! Both deer, both were whitetails,...
Forum: Reloading
11-03-2004, 09:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,340
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Is PMP brass any good??

My expereince with PMP was not really good. I shot up a couple of boxes of .22-250 and had all sorts of problems with the primer pockets. I culled it out of the batch and missed a couple. Every...
Forum: Reloading
11-03-2004, 08:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,432
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Accubond review

I have loaded .338 in 225gr and really liked the accuacy. Unfortunately, I didn't get to put one into an Elk last year. Did shoot a couple of whitetails and bullet performed flawlessly. I loaded...
Forum: Guns
06-01-2004, 09:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,575
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: mosin nagant

I have on that I put a aftermarket stock on. It is easily MOD (Minute of Deer). Accurate to one hole at 100 yards, NOT. Remember, the sites are graded up to 1000 yards for shooting PEOPLE. With...
Forum: Guns
06-01-2004, 09:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,702
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Savage in 7mm-08

I don't know my self about the caliber. I would however recomend that the rifle from savage that you get have the accu-trigger! It's a great innovation.
Forum: Guns
05-19-2004, 07:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,174
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Multiple shot accuracy

What about shooting compressed air from a can like you use to clean the computer, or an air compressor? I saw this in a magazine, either Rifle or Handloader, but had never thought about it!
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
05-12-2004, 08:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,273
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Springfield XD

I have had the XD 40 since just after they came out. I love it and can say in 2 years, I have never had a FTE or FTF. I even tried to "limp wrist" a couple rounds and it kicked them right out. It...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
05-12-2004, 08:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,196
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Quigley Down Under

I would love to own an original!!!!!!!!!!$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

I really don't have alot of desire to shoot a 45-110 however.

I really liked the movie, however.........the rapid fire on...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
05-12-2004, 08:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,294
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Benelli, Franchi, Beretta, Please Help????

I have a M-1 and a Franchi Alcione, Both are great. I had a Nova, never used it only b/c I had the other two. One of the few guns that I haven't regretted trading. Not to say that I wasn't happy...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
05-12-2004, 08:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,280
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Accu Trigger?

I have one on my 12bvss in .22-250. SWEET is the right word.. Awesome is another. I wish I could get one for my old .270 Savage, but it is old enough to have a non lawyered trigger that is set down...
Forum: Guns
05-09-2004, 02:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,062
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: FFL for encore

So, do you need to go thru an FFL for a complete encore when it's a BP gun? BP guns do not require a 4473 or FFL, do they???
Forum: Reloading
05-09-2004, 02:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 830
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Removing a stuck 22-250 case?

Tried the tap and die thing, stripped it out, Tried also to drop a punch into the die and knock it out, only thing that did was screw up the expander ball. Finally, I viced the die and used a stuck...
Forum: Reloading
05-08-2004, 09:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 830
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Removing a stuck 22-250 case?

Ya, Thought about sending it in, but, I'm stubborn and want to get my mistake fixed myself!
Forum: Reloading
05-06-2004, 08:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 830
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

Removing a stuck 22-250 case?

[:@]Stuck a case, Had it lubed, but evidently not enough. Anyway, I've got the decap pin out and have soaked it in penetrating oil. Any thoughts. Have not been able to tap it out yet. Thanks
Forum: Reloading
05-05-2004, 08:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,070
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Anybody have a RCBS GRAND reloader?

12ga. I will likely send it back this fall. I had some trouble with it right away. Got it last year for Christmas from the wife. It arived with the cam over piece at the bottom of the ram broken...
Forum: Reloading
05-04-2004, 07:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,070
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

Anybody have a RCBS GRAND reloader?

I'm having trouble with getting my reloader to load certain types of shells. Really compacts them and kinks the sides. Ruining the shells. Seems to be certain types of Win AA shells, not the new...
Forum: Guns
05-04-2004, 07:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 770
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: RECOIL PADS

I have not tried it, but their is a product called Goo-be-gone. IT works great on stuff like dried paint and old gum. Stickers on kids clothes that have went thru the dryer, anyone with kids know...
Forum: Guns
05-04-2004, 06:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,425
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Sears, Roebuck, and Co. Model 25

If you post the number, the BB of gun values lists a bunch of Sears guns and the original model that they represent. I would be glad to look it up for you. If you don't want to post here, e-mail me...
Forum: Reloading
04-23-2004, 07:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 511
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Trap load recomendations

All of my reloading for shotgun sports are the same. I shoot 1 1/8 oz of 7.5 shot at 1200fps. Shoot Hodgden clays @ 18.2gr with a WAA12 type wads with Win 209 in win AA's
Forum: Guns
04-18-2004, 08:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,117
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Savage Rifles..

Great guns! Get the accu-trigger though, it's a great feature. Enjoy!
Forum: Guns
04-18-2004, 07:17 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,257
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: TAMING A 338 WIN MAG HELP!

Admittedly, I didn't read all the other posts. That said, 2 things I did were........SVL Limbsaver recoil pad and Past shooting pad! Took at least 50% of the recoil from my Tikka .338!

Also,...
Forum: Guns
04-18-2004, 07:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,060
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Converting Savage 110 into a 22-250

Never done it, but seem fairly easy, IF YOU CAN FOLLOW DIRECTIONS!. Don't want to sound like an a$$, but their are some things that have to be done just so or else.

Think about getting a NEF...
Forum: Guns
03-31-2004, 02:06 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,738
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: ** Shooting a "Home Invader"?? **

Jst took the Minnesota Personal Pertection class this past weekend. As I understood it, in Minnesota, if someone is in your house, your are likely justified, much more so than out on the street. ...
Forum: Guns
03-29-2004, 08:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 821
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: New stoeger

I'd be quite happy with 23/25. Thats some good shootin':D
Forum: Reloading
03-21-2004, 07:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,730
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: .243 to .22-250?

Thanks! For the sake of time and expense, I'll problebly stick witht eh 22-250 stuff for now. Now, If it would just get a little warmer!
Forum: Guns
03-16-2004, 08:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 581
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: Another Benelli question????

:DRight on with those answers!:D
Forum: Guns
03-14-2004, 12:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 483
Posted By firsttimeelkhunter

RE: 5 shot en-blocs

I have 7 of the 8 rounders for sale on e-bay right now. As for 5 shot??????????
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