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Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-19-2007, 01:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 583
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Question about gillotines

You can shoot the head into a layered target, but it does make a good hole equal to the size of the head.
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-19-2007, 09:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 523
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Any body own B-Moblie?

Killed an Osceola over one this past Saturday. One thing I experienced, if you get a shot when the bird gets to the decoy, take it. I passed on my first shot opportunity hoping the bird would buck up...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-19-2007, 09:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 583
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Question about gillotines

I would not shoot them through blind mesh. Definately get the arrow they recommend or a longer arrow so that the head clears everything on your bow. Sight in the arrow and the head without putting in...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-14-2007, 02:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 861
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: 3 New Calls and I mean WOW!!

I was also blown away by his calls, so much that I have become a field salesman for Wendell. Truly the best sounding friction call I've ever laid hands on. On 18 kills with his calls last year.
WM
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-09-2007, 02:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,426
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: 10ga choke constriction

Rhino .720 or JellyHead .690 are the recommended chokes for HeviShot in a 10ga. I shoot a Browning Gold Light 10 with a .720 Rhino and Nitro Company 4x5x7 HeviShot. Devastating is the only word to...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-09-2007, 06:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 620
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: One more week....and minus an Osceola

I'm headed to Florida a week from today for an Osceola as well. Then to Kansas for Easterns, Oklahoma for Rios, back home to Missouri for Easterns again and then to Nebraska for Merriams. Hopefully...
Forum: Guns
03-08-2007, 06:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 786
Posted By Widow_Maker

3 1/2" 870 SPS-T For Sale

I have a Mossy Oak Breakup Remington 870 SPS-T in 3 1/2" chamber with a Mad Supermax HeviShot choke tube for turkey. The gun has been shot less than 25 times and is in like new condition. I ran...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-07-2007, 12:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,171
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: How Close Is To Close ?

Good posts on this. I might add that the hen to gobbler ratio can complicate things as well. In some areas of MO where I hunt, the hen numbers are so high, I hate to set up too far away from a...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-06-2007, 12:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,334
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Shotgun

I have a Remington 3 1/2" 870 SPS-T (Non-Thumbhole) in Mossy Oak Breakup with MAD SuperMax Hevi Shot Choke Tube. The gun has been shot less than 25 times and is in like new condition. I ran across a...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-08-2007, 06:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,825
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Bob Dixon Turkey Vest

I got one as well. Without a doubt this vest is designed by a turkey hunter. The accessibility of calls and pockets and features like an expandable game bag, confined pockets for decoy stakes, a...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-31-2007, 11:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,819
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: how do I get my girlfriend to shoot a bird

I took my girlfriend one time and now she's hooked. The problem is she likes it so much I can't get away and hunt by myself. Every out of state trip I plan, I get a "I want to go." Ends up costing me...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-24-2007, 03:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,226
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Best Choke for SPS-T

The Jelly Head is approved and designed for Hevi-Shot. You can read about it at www.primos.com I would not shoot steel shot through any full choke tube.
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-24-2007, 01:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,226
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Best Choke for SPS-T

Guess you got one befoe I got back with you on a price. The Mad SuperMax in mine does well, as I shoot hevi-shot through it. I went to Rhino chokes in my other 3 turkey guns and absolutely love the...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-09-2007, 12:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,178
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Remington Model 870 SPS-T Super Magnum Camo, Any comments / experience?

I have one that I would sell. It's been shot less than 25 times and would come with a MADD Supermax Choke. I gota great deal on a Browning 10ga right after I bought the SPS-T. It'sa non-thumbhole...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-08-2007, 02:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 843
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Kansas or Oklahoma Rio's

Sorry, that's in Sayre, OK. About as far west as you can go before TX. Just past Elk City. 50-100 birds per roost area is common. I've watched over 20 longbeards fly down, strut, gobble and fight.
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-08-2007, 12:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 843
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Kansas or Oklahoma Rio's

You can contact Kent Howell @ 1-580-729-1928 or Roger Slife @ 1-580-729-0008. I've hunted with them for 4 or 5 years now. The hunts include lodging, but you provide your own meals and guide yourself....
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-05-2007, 10:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,595
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Guillotine vs Reg fixed Broadheads

I weighed the situation last year and decided with a guillotine. Having never killed a turkey with a bow, I decided I would either cut his head off or miss completely. Fortunately, I was able to cut...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-04-2007, 03:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 516
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Merriams Info for my SLAM

Thanks bullmoose, I've already had them reply to an email. My only worry is that I'll be going the next to last or the last weekend. Are you hunting Merriams this year?
I see you also shoot your...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-04-2007, 11:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 516
Posted By Widow_Maker

Merriams Info for my SLAM

I've got everything lined up for my first Grand Slam this coming spring EXCEPT FOR A MERRIAMS. I definately want to make a trip to NE or SD to finish my slam. Anyone have experience with outfitters...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-22-2006, 08:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 701
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Anybody use a browning gold?

I've got a Light 10, not really light though! Rhino choke and Nitro Company Ammo. 240 pellets on a HS Strut turkey target @ 40 yards. 35 or so in the head and spine. Can't go wrong with the Rhino and...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-15-2006, 07:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 545
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Breeding Early Hurt Season???

While the above posts are sometimes true, early breeding made it tough for me last season. For some reason the turkeys around my house near Springfield, MO start gobbling in late Feb or early March....
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-08-2006, 03:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,570
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Turkey tips

Don't chase after and call at a gobbler that's headed away from you gobbling. You just about have to get in front ofhim to have a solid chance.Hoof it and circle around, as posted before. Scratching...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-28-2006, 07:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,675
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Seat Cushions

Doyou know what the custom cushions are made of huntress?
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-27-2006, 06:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 779
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Patterning help???

I get 30 to 35 in the kill zones (brain and spine) at 40 yards with 4x5x7 Nitro Company Hevi-Shot out of a Browning Gold 10ga with a Rhino Choke. Never had to shoot one over 40, but it's good to know...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-27-2006, 06:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,675
Posted By Widow_Maker

Seat Cushions

Anyone run across a great seat cushion? The new Super Elite 3 vest I bought has one about 3" thick made of different foam combinations. Should be a good one. I'm thinking about an Avery Turkey...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-27-2006, 06:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,420
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: championship turkey callin help

I'm also good at calling turkeys, but that doesn't even compare to contest calling. If you've never been to a professional contest as a spectator, I would recommend it before you sign up for the...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-22-2006, 07:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,003
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Late season gobblers

Be careful with setup locations and decoys late in season. Decoys generally don't work well in moderately hunted areas, and be sure you set up in shady spots so your movements can be hidden as much...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-15-2006, 12:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,176
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Beard Builder

I don't think this product actually grows longer beards, it just helps turkeys to avoid nutritional stress which does cause beards to become brittle and break. This is especially true in areas where...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-08-2006, 10:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,011
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Looking for a good March turkey hunt. Suggestions?

Yeah, I know Lance pretty well. Big turkey hunter too. My name is Justin McMillan but you guys were out of college before I started. I'm 25 and have been out almost 4 years. I sure miss all the time...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-08-2006, 07:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,272
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Rem. Hevi Shot vs. Win. HV Supreme

Without a doubt it's worth it. I actually use hand loaded hevi-shot by Nitro Company. They use a special buffer to help protect your barrel and load 4x5x7 shot. It throws a pattern that can't be...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-08-2006, 06:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,011
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Looking for a good March turkey hunt. Suggestions?

That's crazy! Iused to deer hunt right across from Mellwood at Jackson Point Hunting Club and duck hunt around Elaine and Marvell. I was through Gainesville and Mountain Home just yesterday! I'm in...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-07-2006, 06:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,011
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Looking for a good March turkey hunt. Suggestions?

Probably be stuck with FL. Guided hunts there are $$$, only state with Osceolas. Where do you hunt in AR and MO? I grew up in Helena, AR and now live in Springfield, MO. I may try to hunt around Bull...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-07-2006, 06:39 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,389
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Mossberg 500 vs. Remington 870

Boy, I can't imagine how many widows I could have made by shootinggobblers at 60 yards! The worst feeling in the world of hunting is to injure game and fail a recovery. 50 yards is pushing it. Not...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-07-2006, 06:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,888
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: What states will you be hunting?

oklahoma, south dakota, kansas, missouri, and any more i can!
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-26-2006, 02:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,229
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Which Hevi-shot?

For a truly customized ammunition, look up Nitro Company in Mountain Grove, Missouri. Nitro Ray handloads some mean shot size combinations in lead and hevi-shot. I have shot them for 3 years now. You...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-20-2006, 07:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 889
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Gen X Turkey Hunters

There have been some good posts on this topic. The main thing being that we need to stick together and educate others about hunting and wildlife conservation. Taking newcomers and showing them how to...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-19-2006, 08:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 889
Posted By Widow_Maker

Gen X Turkey Hunters

I was wondering how many Generation "X"ers are turkey hunters. I'm talking about ages under 30. I'm 25 and killed my first gobbler some 12 years ago. But it's getting harder and harder to find...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-16-2006, 07:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,550
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: largest turkey you have killed

How many of you have done this? I called up one for my best friend, his first turkey weighing 26 pounds. And one for my girlfriend, her first turkey weighing 26 pounds.I still haven't killed a 26...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
01-16-2006, 07:31 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,469
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Whats is the best turkey hunting state?

I second that,Missouri has experienced unfavorable hatching conditions in the past couple of years. Although the turkey harvest has been close to the same, the number of adult birds taken is...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
03-09-2005, 12:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,431
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: nitro loads?

Best Loads You Can Buy Period. Just got a Browning Gold 10 ga and patterned with 3 1/2" Nitro 4x5x7, 2 1/4 oz 260 pellets 11x11 turkey sheet with 35 pellets IN VITALS OF HEAD AND NECK. 20 and 30...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-25-2005, 06:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 393
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: BroadHeads

bull moose,

since you are on the DB staff, you may be able to answer the question. can you shoot through the DB netting (T2) with the gobbler getter? i plan to shoot out of a window, but just...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-24-2005, 03:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,239
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Best aim point on a turkey for an arrow.

Well, I'm going to attempt to gig one in the head. Check out the Gobbler Guillotine. It has (4) 2" fixed blades, like having a 4" pattern. You may miss alot, but a miss is better than wounding. ...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-15-2005, 01:45 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 11,350
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: head shot vs body shot

I would agree that a body shot is fine at 10 yards or less. But let's define "body" a little. What I'm refering to is just a little bit lower than the wattles where the neck starts to broaden down...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-15-2005, 01:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,475
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Most Comfortable Boots

Guess I'll just have to bug the blonde in the boot dept. here at Bass Pro Springfield. Maybe she'll help me put them on! Sounds like I had better try a bunch on and go from there. Thanks again for...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-15-2005, 10:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,475
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Most Comfortable Boots

thanks for all the input. looked at the russell moccasin boots. $300 is a little pricey for my footwear. lacrosse alpha's it is!

WM
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-11-2005, 03:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,475
Posted By Widow_Maker

Most Comfortable Boots

I walk alot turkey hunting, many times crossing streams. Has anyone found boots cooler and/or more comfortable than LaCrosse Burley Rubber Boots. Thinking about getting some Muck Boots, but afraid...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-10-2005, 01:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,516
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: remington 870 shell and choke combo

Used a 870 SPS-T last season and took 8 gobblers in 4 states. Used a MAD SuperMax and Nitro 4x5x7 HeviShot. As I've previously posted, everyone should check out www.nitrocompany.com and read under...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-10-2005, 08:34 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,116
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: This season!

Plan to hunt Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. I like to get 'em close enough to watch their snood lengthen and contract!

WM
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-07-2005, 10:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 550
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Heavy and slow VS lighter and fast?

Check out www.nitrocompany.com There's some info on a page about energy and velocity required to cleanly kill a turkey. Great info and even better shells.

Click on "Proper Test Patterning"...
Forum: Turkey Hunting
02-07-2005, 09:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 834
Posted By Widow_Maker

RE: Trips this Spring---With friends not outfitters!!!

About 6 of us go to OK and hunt Rios with an outfitter. We have become friends and now the outfitter is going to TX to hunt with me a few days before the OK hunt. Then I'm off to Kansas the next...
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