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Forum: Big Game Hunting
01-19-2017, 09:26 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 18,495
Posted By bdan68

Remember I was talking about the maps that the...

Remember I was talking about the maps that the county assessors produce. Where you'll see lines off by this much is in areas that have never been surveyed, at least not since the original government...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
01-18-2017, 11:16 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 18,495
Posted By bdan68

A GPS unit may be accurate to 12 feet but that...

A GPS unit may be accurate to 12 feet but that doesn't necessarily mean it can locate a property corner with that kind of accuracy. It would depend more so on the map that you're using, or the...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
12-26-2016, 06:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,803
Posted By bdan68

I would suggest a Leupold 3-9x40 and you might...

I would suggest a Leupold 3-9x40 and you might consider the Long Range Duplex reticle.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1362147251/leupold-vx-2-rifle-scope-3-9x-40mm
Forum: Optics
12-14-2016, 12:06 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 22,794
Posted By bdan68

I wouldn't put Rain X on any scope of mine,...

I wouldn't put Rain X on any scope of mine, especially one of my Leupolds. Can't be good for the lens coatings. You might email Leupold and ask.
Forum: Reloading
12-14-2016, 10:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,445
Posted By bdan68

Which Vortex scope is it? Curious because I have...

Which Vortex scope is it? Curious because I have a Viper HS Long Range 4-16x44 that I haven't mounted on a rifle yet.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
12-14-2016, 09:42 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 18,495
Posted By bdan68

If the corner isn't marked with a monument, the...

If the corner isn't marked with a monument, the hunter with a GPS can find that corner just as well as the landowner. So how are they going to prove you were trespassing? If you're using the GPS...
Forum: Optics
12-14-2016, 09:32 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 22,794
Posted By bdan68

How do I find the article you wrote? I'd like to...

How do I find the article you wrote? I'd like to read it. I'm also a Leupold fan like Topgun.
Forum: Guns
08-09-2016, 01:05 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,594
Posted By bdan68

I shoot on public state forest land only a few...

I shoot on public state forest land only a few miles from my house, and I use a plastic, folding table, and the plastic milk crate as my stool. I usually go with my brother and he brings his...
Forum: Guns
08-09-2016, 12:04 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,594
Posted By bdan68

I have a 270 and a 30/06, and recoil is pretty...

I have a 270 and a 30/06, and recoil is pretty much the same, if shooting the same weight bullets. If shooting 150 grain in both, the recoil should be about the same. However, you are shooting 130...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
12-30-2013, 03:59 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 16,692
Posted By bdan68

30/30 with 150 grain Barnes! Good elk medicine!

30/30 with 150 grain Barnes! Good elk medicine!
Forum: Scopes and Sights
12-28-2013, 06:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,449
Posted By bdan68

1 1/2 inches! Yeah that's what I meant!

1 1/2 inches! Yeah that's what I meant!
Forum: Scopes and Sights
12-27-2013, 05:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,449
Posted By bdan68

Did you really mean to say the scope is 2 inches...

Did you really mean to say the scope is 2 inches over the bore? Sounds pretty high to me. Isn't a half inch more typical?
Forum: Scopes and Sights
12-26-2013, 09:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,080
Posted By bdan68

In my opinion you really can't beat the Leupold...

In my opinion you really can't beat the Leupold VX-II in a 3-9x40, for the money. It's basically the same scope as the old Vari X-III, which is what I have on my rifle in a 3.5-10x40.

The new...
Forum: Optics
12-24-2013, 02:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,987
Posted By bdan68

With a variable scope, you'll get the most for...

With a variable scope, you'll get the most for your money if you go with a 3-9x40. Look at the Redfields. Not the cheapest one but the next step up. I can't recall the model but they're made by...
Forum: Midwest
12-18-2013, 07:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,304
Posted By bdan68

I wouldn't pay. No way. Just hope you get a judge...

I wouldn't pay. No way. Just hope you get a judge with some common sense and who isn't an anti-hunter. Your tag was notched, I see nothing wrong with attaching it to the animal when you're done...
Forum: Trail Cameras
12-10-2013, 09:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,506
Posted By bdan68

I got one a couple years ago, blacktail buck on...

I got one a couple years ago, blacktail buck on doe. Not quite as good as yours, a little further away and some brush in the way. But here it is:
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
12-10-2013, 09:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,307
Posted By bdan68

Have you considered a fleece jacket instead of...

Have you considered a fleece jacket instead of wool? Just as warm as wool, lighter, and dries faster.

Something like this one that Cabelas sells:...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
12-10-2013, 10:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,151
Posted By bdan68

TopGun, yes I guess I knew it wouldn't be going...

TopGun, yes I guess I knew it wouldn't be going up for 2014. What I should have said is I hope the price doesn't go up because I want to hunt cow elk in Wyoming next year, and hopefully make a...
Forum: Big Game Hunting
12-10-2013, 10:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,151
Posted By bdan68

I hope Wyoming doesn't follow suit. I am planning...

I hope Wyoming doesn't follow suit. I am planning a hunt in a Wyoming next year and I am going with the reduced price cow tag, since the bull tags are out of my budget. But if the cow tags were more...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
12-10-2013, 09:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,951
Posted By bdan68

I really like my Primos 35. I have lots of other...

I really like my Primos 35. I have lots of other cameras but for the money I don't think you can beat it. I got mine for $60 on sale, but you can get the refurbished ones from Natchez Shooters Supply...
Forum: Black Powder
08-25-2010, 10:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,168
Posted By bdan68

More confusion, from a seller of Lyman...

More confusion, from a seller of Lyman muzzleloaders:
Forum: Black Powder
08-25-2010, 10:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,168
Posted By bdan68

Barrel specifications for all Lyman muzzleloaders:

Barrel specifications for all Lyman muzzleloaders:
Forum: Black Powder
08-25-2010, 09:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,168
Posted By bdan68

Here is another quote from some other Lyman...

Here is another quote from some other Lyman literature available online:






Here is the other one so we can see them together:
Forum: Black Powder
08-25-2010, 08:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,168
Posted By bdan68

I do plan on trying to measure the twist myself,...

I do plan on trying to measure the twist myself, then there will be no doubt.

But yes, I did email them back and asked if the Deerstalker had EVER been made with a 1 in 32 twist, and I asked if...
Forum: Black Powder
08-25-2010, 07:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,168
Posted By bdan68

Lyman Deerstalker Twist

I have a stainless Lyman Deerstalker, in a 54 caliber (percussion) which I bought somewhere between 5 and 10 years ago, and chose it specifically because it was said to have a 1 in 32 twist while the...
Forum: Black Powder
08-25-2010, 07:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,068
Posted By bdan68

Thanks for all the advice cayugad. Very helpful,...

Thanks for all the advice cayugad. Very helpful, I appreciate it. I was swabbing with T/C black powder solvent every 3 or 4 shots, so that may have been the reason for the hangfires. Like I said, I...
Forum: Black Powder
08-24-2010, 12:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,068
Posted By bdan68

Thanks for that! You would think that Lyman, T/C,...

Thanks for that! You would think that Lyman, T/C, and others would stop putting that "rule" into print. I see it all the time. :bash:

By the way, my Deerstalker is not a flintlock.
Forum: Black Powder
08-24-2010, 11:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,068
Posted By bdan68

Thanks for the reply. So... have you had good...

Thanks for the reply. So... have you had good luck with 3F Triple 7? I'm a little leery of using it since they say 2F is for 50 cal. and larger, and 3F is for smaller than 50 caliber.

I would...
Forum: Black Powder
08-24-2010, 11:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,068
Posted By bdan68

Best powder for sidelock in the rain?

I'm hunting with my .54 Lyman Deerstalker (stainless, percussion) this year. I've had it for several years but haven't shot it a lot and haven't hunted with it for a few years. Never really have...
Forum: West
06-06-2008, 11:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 14,689
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington state elk tags

summitdawg, you're wondering why there are only three rifle permits and it's not getting any better? My guess is the indians are killing too many elk out of that area in the winter. It's pretty tough...
Forum: West
04-04-2007, 06:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,261
Posted By bdan68

RE: WA: LT Murray/Wenas Wildlife Area

Both reasons are good reasons. I looked at WDFW's website last night and they say it is for the elk, but I know if it wasn't for the elk, it would be for the roads. Many of the roads in there do not...
Forum: West
04-03-2007, 08:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,261
Posted By bdan68

RE: WA: LT Murray/Wenas Wildlife Area

Those roads are closed seasonally to protect them from damage that vehicles would cause. You can still walk in anywhere you want. I believe there is a map available from the WDFW that shows what...
Forum: West
01-30-2007, 08:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 827
Posted By bdan68

RE: Looking for summer work

If you're willing to move all the way across the country, there are some intern positions available with the Department of Natural Resources in Washington. These are great jobs for a forestry...
Forum: Reloading
11-25-2006, 01:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,677
Posted By bdan68

RE: I need some long range bullet schooling.

The 150 grain weight is good out of a 308. A 165 would also be good for long range shooting and may give a little better penetration. Especially with the Nosler Ballistic Tips, the 165 could be a...
Forum: West
10-11-2006, 10:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,374
Posted By bdan68

RE: Help with Chiwawa unit, WA

Try going in on the Entiat River side. Try up Mad River. I was in there last year and there's lots of open and logged off country.
Forum: West
05-10-2006, 10:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

Good point, they could fund more wardens by writing more tickets. I really don't know why they don't get more agresssive and go after the guys who are commiting the serious violations rather than...
Forum: West
05-10-2006, 10:34 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

The lack of game wardens is directly related to the lack of money. I'd like to see them raise the price of deer and elk tags, and increase the number of game wardens, by a substantial amount. They...
Forum: West
05-10-2006, 10:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

Brush Hunter, you're right...I only remember the liberal hunt-any-season-you-want from hearing my uncle and others talk about it. It would be great if it was still that way, but there are too many...
Forum: West
05-10-2006, 03:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

Yes, it is a way to get money from hunters, but we are their customers and buying the product is voluntary, so I sure don't see a problem with that. And you're right, these forums are for voicing our...
Forum: West
05-10-2006, 08:07 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

I agree, it would be better if they would only manage wildlife and not listen to what the people want. But again, that's a hard thing to do. Being a state agency they are under a lot of pressure to...
Forum: West
05-09-2006, 10:27 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

How are the possibilities endless when they have anti-hunters to contend with on one side of the spectrum, and on the other side hunters who insist on over-the-counter tags? They're trying to please...
Forum: West
04-30-2006, 01:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

Nope, not kidding at all. Who do you think would do a better job at managing our wildlife? What would you do different if you were them? Would you have more liberal or more restricted seasons? You...
Forum: West
04-30-2006, 12:42 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

I would be hunting the muzzleloader and rifle seasons. Actually if I had the money I would buy a bow and hunt that season as well. But, just had a baby 4 months ago, and really can't justify the...
Forum: West
04-30-2006, 12:33 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

I don't have a problem donating money to the WDFW. They need all they can get, and they spend it on things I would want my money spent on. I'd rather they have my money than useless state agencies...
Forum: West
04-29-2006, 10:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

Yes, I was one of the stupid ones, and I drew the elk, but not the deer. I probably won't buy it though because I have a deer hunt planned in Oregon at the same time as the early muzzleloader elk...
Forum: West
04-23-2006, 02:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 962
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Regs Out

Actually isn't it 9 days? The Okanogan and Chelan county units they cut back from 14 days to 9 days, as the buck to doe ratio was getting too low. Can't blame them for that. Wildlife management...
Forum: Reloading
04-21-2006, 10:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,160
Posted By bdan68

RE: .300 Win Mag loads please

My brother has had excellent results with the Barnes 168 grain TSX and Hodgdon H1000.
Forum: West
03-27-2006, 09:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Washington Hunters...Multiple season permits.....

I would apply for it if I had the money. I would love to be able to hunt both the muzzleloader and rifle elk seasons. For those of you who think it's a bad idea, don't blame the Fish & Wildlife Dept....
Forum: Black Powder
09-04-2005, 04:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 724
Posted By bdan68

RE: Lube on Conicals???

Very impressive group! Do you have a scope on that rifle?
Forum: Black Powder
09-01-2005, 10:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 724
Posted By bdan68

Lube on Conicals???

This might be a stupid question, but what is the purpose of lube on bullets such as the Maxi-Ball and Buffalo Bullets? Is it simply to help in getting the bullet down the barrel? My brother has a box...
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