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Forum: Guns
12-17-2006, 02:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,177
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: 25-06 questions

salty:
You can't go wrong with the 25.06 for the purposes you want to use it for. I bought my first centerfire rifle over 20 years ago and it was a 25.06. It was a Ruger M77 (older tang safety)...
Forum: Guns
12-17-2006, 02:04 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 15,265
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: .270 max. range

lead poisoner:
Your missing the point. A bullet designed for big game in the .270 requires a certian speed to open up. This will be faster than other calibers. A 30 30 is a slower moving round from...
Forum: Hunting Dogs
11-12-2006, 11:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,154
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: catahula cur dogs

I have a catahoula/springer spaniel cross.
Fine pet.
Good pheasant flushing dog.
Excellent deer tracking dog. He will not run them though. Goes about 25-40 yards than waits for me to catch up....
Forum: Guns
11-10-2006, 07:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,778
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: sighting my rifle's scope

If you have a bolt action it is simple to bore sight yourself.

1. Remove bolt.
2. Place rifle on some sort of steady suport.
3. Looking thru barrel line up the barrel on some recognizable...
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
11-10-2006, 06:48 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,256
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Best eatin?

Yellow perch & walleye.
Forum: Guns
05-21-2006, 08:24 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,876
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Your feelings on the 25-06....

I have owned this Ruger M77 (25.06) for 24 years now.
http://www.MyOnlineImages.com/Members/woodsman/images/Rifle-M77.jpg
Over the years it has taken numerous deer some of which were quite large....
Forum: Guns
04-12-2006, 03:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,324
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Which levergun caliber?

A claim which is impossible. Gravity effects the round immediately after leaving the barrel. You can easily sight the 30-30 for a 200 yard zero but the round will be higher between the muzzle and 200...
Forum: Guns
04-09-2006, 06:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 645
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Ruger rifle question

I own a Ruger M77 (tang safety) in 25.06.
Weight of pull can be adjusted with out removing the action from the stock. The other two screws cannot but seldom require adjustment.
To adjust the...
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
04-04-2006, 02:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,215
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Anyone catfishing yet?

Caught a couple 12" bullheads on Sun.
If the weather improves as called for I may target them on Thurs.
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
02-25-2006, 03:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 824
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Need crash course on Ice Fishing...

Every icefisherman will probably give you different advice.
As for holes if the holes you are fishing are not producing try some more a little deeper or shallower. If you can find some green...
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
02-20-2006, 03:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,772
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Best lure for bedding bass

OK your fishing seasons must sure be different than ours in Canada. Up here our seasons do not generally open until the bass are off the beds. Too easy to catch at that time. Maybe we have fewer bass...
Forum: Guns
02-18-2006, 04:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,091
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: 44 Rem. Mag Winchester lever action...

The 44 mag out of a short barreled lever action will suit your purposes traileragainst black bears.
I own a Ruger 96/44 mag and know of black bears anddeer that can't argue the effectivness of the...
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
02-17-2006, 11:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 586
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Any Lake Trout fishermen?

Have only got out once this winter. Caught a small one in Lake Simcoe from 60' of water on bottom. Caught on a minnow.

http://www.MyOnlineImages.com/Members/woodsman/images/tmp00001.jpg
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
02-06-2006, 03:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,469
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Anyone ice fishing yet?

No safe ice in my part of Ont. yet. Only been out once so far and that was over a hour drive northeast just to be skunked.[:@]
This coming Sat. I will be driving 2 1/2 hrs north for a charity...
Forum: Guns
01-12-2006, 04:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 909
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: ruger model 77

You are correct the allen screw you reffered to is for trigger pull adjustment.Turning it counterclockwise will reduce the weight of pull to as light as 2 lbs.
Test with a weight & a fired spent...
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
12-29-2005, 10:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 441
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: need ice fishing tips

Pike can be anywhere in the water. A good place to start is if you can find a drop off near some form of cover (weeds or rocks). Drill holes at top, half way down & bottom. Fish at or near bottom or...
Forum: Camp Cooking and Game Processing
12-26-2005, 08:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,557
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Any pepper heads out there?

Who watch them Scotch bonnets(also called Caribean Red) their deadly.[:@]
Only handle with gloves.
Never bite into one. Chemical burns will send you to the hospital.

Jalapenos, 3000-6000...
Forum: Camp Cooking and Game Processing
12-26-2005, 07:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 717
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Flat-Iron Steak

Not sure if this is what you mean but heres a recipe.

1. Place a large cast iron frying pan on a rack over an open fire.
2. Heat pan to very hot. (add no oils)
3. Cover bottom of pan with...
Forum: Guns
12-16-2005, 03:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,232
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Hunting with Military surplus

From 35-50 years ago the most common rifle seen in Canadian deer & moose camps was a surplus Lee Enfield, in .303 British. Although not as common now there is not many larger camps that don't have at...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
12-16-2005, 03:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,830
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: 308, 270, etc?

For the game you mentioned the 25.06 would also be a good match. It is an excellent cartridge for long range small game up to deer/black bear sized animals.
If you expect to use it for larger game...
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
12-10-2005, 02:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,469
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Anyone ice fishing yet?

I'm quessing a week or two here also. But only if the below freezing temps. continue. Local lake is frooze over but not yet thick enough to go on.

Soon ??
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
12-05-2005, 04:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,382
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: .44 magnum rifle

My Ruger 96/44 mag delievers more felt recoil than than my bolt action 30.06. Light weight does not mean light recoil. Not a good choice for an unexperienced woman. Easy to carry doesn't = easy to...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
12-01-2005, 04:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,382
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: .44 magnum rifle

I have a Ruger 96/44 mag that i have used for deer & black bear. Excellent round out to 100-125 yards. if you are able to consistantlyhit a 6"-8" circle at this distance the game will not go far if...
Forum: Guns
11-30-2005, 04:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,156
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: 257 Roberts?

I have a Ruger M77 in 25.06. (older tang safety) As for deer the 25.06 is more than heavy enough & as the .257 is onlya littleslower it should also be an excelent deer round.
As for the Ruger rifle...
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
11-30-2005, 03:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,170
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Ice thickness?

Good idea.

Ps: If the first hole you cut thru is only thru 2" tread lightly - VERY LIGHTLY
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
11-27-2005, 09:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,170
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Ice thickness?

If it is solid blueice (clear, cold & no air bubbles)4" is safe for a single person on foot. If the ice has small air bubblesdouble it to at least 8".
Durring very cold times ice cracking sounds...
Forum: Guns
11-25-2005, 03:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 807
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Good lube for cold weather???

First completely clean the action than wipe off all cleaning solvents & oil.
Lubricate with spray graphite.
This works well at below freezing temps. where oils thicken up to the point of causing...
Forum: Camp Cooking and Game Processing
11-25-2005, 03:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,212
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: DEER HEART? what do I do with it?

A guy I used to hunt with would take all the hearts he could get.
He would boil them than pickle them simular to pickled eggs.
Not for me but he loved them.

Good Luck
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
11-24-2005, 05:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,439
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Hornady Leverolution Ammo

Sounds like a promising idea. No help to me as my lever action is a Ruger 96/44 mag. If bullet performance is good this might be a winner.

Best Wishes
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
11-24-2005, 05:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 682
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: How much can I get a used permanent ice shack for?

Sometimes you can be in the right place at the right time & get an excellent deal. Just keep looking.
Check out this link for an example.
http://fish-hawk.net/hawktalk/viewtopic.php?t=16207
Forum: Guns
11-22-2005, 04:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 871
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Browning A-Bolt 25wssm

I own a 25.06 an can say the 25 cal. can be an excellent deer round. The 25.06 is said to be over bored and the round of your choice hasarround the samepowder so make sure the barrrel is at least 24"...
Forum: Guns
11-16-2005, 04:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,376
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: 22-250,.223, 25-06?

With deer as part of your list the 25.06 is the only choice of the three. Will the other two kill a deer - yes - but only under the best conditions. The 25.06 is by far the most powerfull of your...
Forum: Guns
11-15-2005, 04:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,376
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Dominant left eye/right handed

I am left eye dominate & right handed. I shoot from the right shoulder and close the left eye. This is no problem for rifle shooting. I have beenvery sucessfull at military rifle competitions in the...
Forum: Camp Cooking and Game Processing
11-07-2005, 03:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,541
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: venison tenderloin

BBQ wholefresh on the evening of the kill. Season with salt, pepper & garlic salt & turn frequently until done. Don't over cook until dried out.

Enjoy
Forum: Guns
10-30-2005, 05:43 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 73,522
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Good long-range deer calibers.

Virginia7 summed it up pretty good. I am a 25.06 fan but when you stated "deer on up" the calibers listed by Virginia7 are abetter choice. Tough to beat the 25.06 on "deer and smaller sized game".
...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
10-30-2005, 05:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,500
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Ruger 25-06

I have a Ruger M77 in 25.06. This is an excellent round for up to deer sized game at a distance most could accuritly shoot. Mine shoots excellent groups and has never had any function problems.

...
Forum: Camp Cooking and Game Processing
10-12-2005, 04:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,796
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Lake Trout...

The recipe I listed in " Great Lakes Stealhead" not far belowis alsoexcellent for lake trout.

Good Luck & Enjoy
Forum: Guns
10-10-2005, 06:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,679
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Have any of ya'll shot watermelons before???

Try a 1 gallon can of stewed tomatoes.;)
Forum: Guns
09-23-2005, 03:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,201
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: a bushnell banner 6-18-50mm new is that good scope

I could not agree more. A low power varible is the best choice for big game. Much larger field of view for the close in shots (fast shooting)and still plenty of powerfor the longer shots (where you...
Forum: Guns
09-19-2005, 04:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,210
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Pistol Cartridges in Rifles for Deer

My Ruger 96/44 mag. has never failed me.
Forum: Guns
09-13-2005, 03:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,693
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: 25-06'?

I have a Ruger M77 in 25.06 & have never had a problem on deer sized game. In my area we also have large bodied deer.
The 25.06 is an excellent deer sized round. Just make sure you pick a big game...
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
09-09-2005, 02:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,582
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Everyone done fishin for the year?

Done are you kidding.
The salmon are just starting to run in the rivers & the trout that follow them. Heck I fish year arround as long as I can find open water to fish in or ice to...
Forum: Guns
09-08-2005, 04:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,918
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Ruger M77 Mark II all weather 25-06

I have an older M77 Ruger(tang safety not all weather)in 25.06 which I consider an excellent gun. Accurite and never a problem with it.

Best Wishes
Forum: Camp Cooking and Game Processing
09-06-2005, 04:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,024
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: GREAT LAKES STEELHEAD

Baked (grilled) with shimp stuffing.

-Gut & Scale trout.
-Reverse fillet (cut out backbone & ribs from the gut cavity but leave outside skin intact. Head& tail optional).
-Stuff with bread...
Forum: Other Areas
08-30-2005, 03:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,860
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Canada in the Rough

Have seen a few shows and also enjoyed it.
Now if an American network would pick it up our nieghbours to the south may alsoenjoy it and maybe more would venture up here for hunts.

Best Wishes
Forum: Camp Cooking and Game Processing
08-29-2005, 05:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,255
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: charcoal smokers

Excellent thread as I just bought a new Smoker/ BBQ. $60 (Can.) or just under $50 (US). Some assembly required.
Heres a pic. if it works.

...
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
08-26-2005, 08:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,192
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Any Catfish-erman?

I don't know about avid but I do enjoy fishing channels & bullheads.
Ok almost as good as eating them.;)
Forum: Freshwater Fishing
08-22-2005, 03:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,499
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Can you identify this catfish?

Brown bullhead. Looks the same as these ones on the stringer.

http://www.myonlineimages.com/Members/Woodsman/images/Bullheads.jpg
Forum: Camp Cooking and Game Processing
08-14-2005, 04:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,085
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: pickled deer meet?

Someone I use to hunt with kept all the deer hearts to pickle. Process simular to pickled sausages or eggs. He loved them.
Forum: Guns
08-02-2005, 03:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,395
Posted By CanWoodsman

RE: Steyr Mtn. Rifle 25-06

I have no experience with Steyr rifles but I do with the 25.06.
Yes the 25.06 is an excellent round for deer sized game & varmits.
As for the 20" barrel I suspect you would be happier with a...
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