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09-19-2006, 07:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,423
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: best bear round?

35 Whelen with 250 gr Hornady Interlock handloads worked on this MI bear last Monday.:) 170# dressed. Shot at 40 yards, he went 30 after the shot (with 2 broken shoulders and some lung problems;))
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Forum: Reloading
08-28-2006, 12:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,063
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: 7mm Ultra mag, need help

Have your buddy reload some 154gr Hornady Interbonds. They group great in my 7RUM and are plenty of bullet for elk.

They are also selling 150 Scirrocco factory loads. I think that would also be...
Forum: Guns
08-02-2006, 07:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,050
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Speer Nitrex

Not made anymore. I have seen it on gunbroker and like others said, smaller sporting goods/gunshops.

Good stuff.
09-02-2005, 07:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 502
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Blacktails in SE Alaska

I did a self-guided blacktail hunt back in 2000,out ofSitka. We went around the middle of Sept if I remember correct. Two of three shot respectible bucks (I was the one who didn't). At that time they...
08-16-2005, 07:31 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,836
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: 2005 Bear contest signup

1. Bearlr
2. Western Ma Hunter
3. elkcrazy8
4. Mooshunter21
5. manuman
6. car
7. Jtm5473
8.mag338man
9. Porintree
10. WA Red Bear
08-16-2005, 07:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,093
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: 7mm Ultra Mag

Correct, they are totally different cartridges. There is only one factory load for the 7mm RUM, 140 grain Core Lokt Ultra from Remington. It's a good load though.

If you look around you can...
Forum: Reloading
08-02-2005, 02:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 635
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

Grand Slams in the 35 Whelen?

I just searched this topic and have looked on other sites, but haven't found what I've been looking for.

I would like to load my 35 Whelen with a 250gr Grand Slam. I think, based on other...
07-19-2005, 10:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,271
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: RNT Daisy Cutter?

If I could swing the money, I would own one. By hunting buddy has one and he can turn ducks with itwhen all other calls fail.

Just my $.02

Erik
Rusty Axe Camp
Forum: Reloading
06-15-2005, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 967
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: WSM wildcatting???

Why not just buy a 243 WSSM? Also, look into the 257 STW...

Unless you want a wildcat.;)

My opinion - ShortMags........ avoid the hype.


Erik

Rusty Axe Camp
Forum: Guns
06-15-2005, 07:02 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,836
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Deer tail end shot

Did it once. Last day of season, hadn't seen a buck all season, saw a decent buck (after he saw me), we locked eyes, my rifle was leaning against the blindin front of me (out of my hands). I slowly...
Forum: Reloading
06-13-2005, 06:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 671
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Hornady Interbonds??

I have a 7mmRUM that shoots <1"@100 yds with IBs in both 139 and 154 grain weights. My 300 WBY and 30-06 love the 165 grainers.

My brother shoots the Hornady factory IB loads in his 30-06...
Forum: Northeast
06-10-2005, 08:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,461
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

Honey Burns in Maine

Are Honey Burns legal for bear in Maine?

Thanks

Erik
Rusty Axe Camp
Forum: Guns
06-10-2005, 06:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,039
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: boyd's gunstocks

I just finished a Turk Mauser sporterization and I put it in a Boyds JRS stock. I bought the "Finished" model. It was not "drop in", but in less than a copule hours with a dremel tool, I had it in...
Forum: Guns
06-09-2005, 12:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,153
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: WSM on turkish Mauser action

Don't think it will work. I think (I'm no expert smith) the rails are too narrow and it won't fit the magazine.

Good Luck.

Erik

Rusty Axe Camp
Forum: Guns
06-09-2005, 07:52 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,665
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Searching for a new rifle/caliber

Well.......Thinking that the "big bears" hunts will be few and far between, I would go with a 300 WBY or RUM. Either of those (even the 300 Win, for that mattter) will easily fit the bill for 95%...
Forum: Guns
06-01-2005, 09:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 36,420
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Remington 721 vs 700 What are the major Differences?

I read once years ago that the 721 was "made better". All the articles since then just say how ugly and plain the 721 was and the 700 just modernized it.

I have a 721 in 30-06 that my grandpa...
Forum: Guns
05-31-2005, 08:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,029
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Elk Gun from Ceck Mauser

I've never hunted elk, but I understand the 35 Whelen or Improved would be sufficent.

I just completed a Turk Mauser conversion into 35 Whelen, and it all worked pretty slick. I did 90% of it...
Forum: Guns
05-27-2005, 07:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,590
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: 7MM Ultramag..Is it going to survive?

If it dies, it dies... I am darn glad I have one. I reload, however, the factory load isn't bad, but load it with either 139 or 154gr Hornady IBs and it's a real shooter.

Michigan UP deer hate...
Forum: Reloading
05-18-2005, 03:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,776
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: 30-06 re-loading

The Lee Aniversary kit is decent for starting or if you aren't doing a million rounds at a time. The 30-06 is pretty easy to reload for, anymore factory loads are really pretty hard to beat, but you...
Forum: Northeast
05-18-2005, 03:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,472
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Abbott Brook Guide Service

Jamiebuck - check your pm, I would love some more info on the place.

Thanks,

Erik
Forum: Northeast
05-17-2005, 12:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,472
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

Abbott Brook Guide Service

Anyone ever heard or or used Abbott Brook Guide Servie in Maine?

I am planning on useing them for a bear hunt this fall.

They are a little west of Rangeley, Maine, how are the bear numbers...
Forum: Reloading
05-03-2005, 10:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,856
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: 7Mag--Hornady Interbond

I used 139 gr IBs in my 7mmRUM last year. I had them really revved up (around 3600fps), they shot great and worked better than expected on the buck I shot. I bought two more boxes (7mm 154gr and 30...
Forum: Guns
04-22-2005, 01:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,420
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Ammo for Whelen

Who makes factory loads with ballistic tips for the 35 Whelen?
03-04-2005, 12:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,251
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Advise on Knives

Check out this company.

http://www.wolverineknifeworks.com/index.htm

Custom knives, by guys who know what they are doing, lifetime guarantee on edge, and everything. Not too expensive. ...
03-01-2005, 11:13 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,524
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: die hard hunters (check this out)

Red - I agree to not "pose" deer on ATVs or trailers, but I see no problem in leaving them exposed while traveling home from hunting. In MI, I think most hunters enjoy the drive home from hunting...
03-01-2005, 11:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 886
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Northern Wet Food Plot

answerguy - Got it. I will give that site a look. Thanks!

Erik

Rusty Axe Camp
03-01-2005, 07:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 886
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Northern Wet Food Plot

Thanks.

The areas I am thinking of working on are never under water, and nearby spots where we have done some clearing/grading were planted with rye. More to establish a base of vegetation, and...
Forum: Bowhunting
02-25-2005, 02:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,218
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

Ammo for the Anti's

The paper today has a big picture of a dog with an arrow stuck in it's head, entering just above the eye stuck halfway through. A vet is holding the dog, looking helpless as ever at the camera. The...
Forum: Reloading
02-25-2005, 06:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,554
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: .44 for bear protection

Buffalo Bore has a "factory" load with a Lead Bullet Tech. 403gr cast bullet pretty stoked up... I going to pick up a box for my next adventure in big bear country.

Erik


Rusty Axe Camp
02-23-2005, 03:10 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,858
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Would you shoot a tresspassing dog?

Depends on the circumstances.

If I see a collar and the dog is just wandering, then no, I grab the dog and see who's he is, and contact them. If this happened several times, it would become a...
02-23-2005, 10:06 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 657
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

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Forum: Guns
02-23-2005, 07:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,083
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Reasons for a new rifle?

It seems I am a lucky man, my wife dosen't really care if I get a new gun, as long as it dosen't take food off the table. Plus she sees the whole investment side of it (not that I would ever...
Forum: Guns
02-22-2005, 10:53 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,654
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: brain teaser

Sorry, missed 'em. Here I was thinking to deeply in to it.:eek:

Erik

Rusty Axe Camp
Forum: Guns
02-22-2005, 10:46 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,145
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: What's your "go to gun"?

EKM - That's why I noted in the thread starter, that deer, in whatever your local region is, would be the species.

My second comment about being suprised, was because usually someone chimes up...
Forum: Guns
02-21-2005, 03:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,329
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: 7mmSTW

FYI - I think Sako makes the 30-378 in their TRG rifle.

Erik

Rusty Axe Camp
02-21-2005, 02:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,735
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: If you saw a bigfoot/sasquatch would you shoot it?

How would you know where you could shoot it and not kill it? What if you wounded it and it got mean?:D

Erik

Rusty Axe Camp
Forum: Guns
02-21-2005, 02:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,329
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: 7mmSTW

I hunted with my 7mmRUM (basically the same as a STW) this past fall, and loved it. The whitetail buck I shot, however, didn't love it so much. It hurt his shoulders and ribs. But he didn't have...
02-21-2005, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 886
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

Northern Wet Food Plot

I would really like to put a few food plots in at the property I hunt. I know basically nothing about food plots for deer. I am up to speed on the terminology, and soil science though.

The...
Forum: Guns
02-21-2005, 01:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,654
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: brain teaser

Well Green01, what's the answer?

Erik

Rusty Axe Camp
Forum: Guns
02-21-2005, 01:37 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,145
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: What's your "go to gun"?

I am amazed right now. No one named their trusty 338RUM, 375 H&H, or even many big .30 cal mags?

Kind of amazing how the old 30-06 or 270's still work pretty good;)

Erik

Rusty Axe Camp
Forum: Reloading
02-21-2005, 11:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 598
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Most xtreme wildcat?

I read about the Loudenboomer in P.O. Ackleys books, he designed it back in the sixtys. It looks like the most extreme in those books, and that was back when theywere really experimenting. ...
02-18-2005, 09:47 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,735
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: If you saw a bigfoot/sasquatch would you shoot it?

Some people think of the meaning of life while in the woods or see the beauty in a possum, whatever. It's good to know other hunters think of things like bigfoot and the methods involved in taking...
Forum: Guns
02-18-2005, 09:33 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,654
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: brain teaser

Is the answer the .22 Eargesplitten Loudenboomer?

Just kidding.:D

For those interested look up that cartridge, it is real, pretty impressive. It's from back in the days when P.O. Ackley...
Forum: Guns
02-18-2005, 09:23 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,145
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: What's your "go to gun"?

I'll go first. Please don't leave me hanging as the only poor SOB to respond to his own post.

Remington 721 in 30-06
Handloaded 150gr Nosler Ballistic Tips over 59.0gr of 4350

Deer hate...
Forum: Guns
02-18-2005, 09:19 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,145
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

What's your "go to gun"?

If you got a call tomorrow from a outfitter, saying you've won a full blown all expense paid hunt, but you need to leave tomorrow, what gun (that you currently own) would you grab, and what...
Forum: Reloading
02-18-2005, 06:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,206
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: 7mm RUM Loads

My buddys got a full blown custom rig in 7RUM, and his loves H1000. I will probably try it this year with the 154gr IBs.

Erik

Rusty Axe Camp
02-18-2005, 06:12 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,735
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: If you saw a bigfoot/sasquatch would you shoot it?

He'd hang on the Rusty Axe Camp Bigfoot Pole.

In MI, I think there is a law saying there is no closed season on "exotics", like if an Emu walked past you in deer season, I think you can touch...
Forum: Reloading
02-16-2005, 08:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,206
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: 7mm RUM Loads

This fall I hunted with a load of 92.0gr 7828, using 139gr Hornady SST Interbonds, never chrono'd it, but I would guess 3500-3600 fps mv. Grouped unbeliveable in my rifle (700 BDL bone stock), <0.5"...
02-09-2005, 11:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 763
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: Too Quick to Judge?

FYI

PSE Carrera @ 70#
29" draw
XX78s
100gr Spitfires

Should be ok to shoot mechanicals with.;)

That's why I posted, I want to decide what to do, go back to what I know works,...
02-09-2005, 09:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,356
Posted By Rustyaxecamp

RE: VANILLA FOR DEER!!!!

Depending on were in the world you are hunting, smells like vanilla can bring unwanted critters in (example: bear). In the U.P. and northen lower MI, bears will quickly come to smells like vanilla. ...
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