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Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
07-07-2012, 08:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,324
Posted By bsteve

I use an ammo wallet or a slip on butt ammo...

I use an ammo wallet or a slip on butt ammo holder. I don't want rounds rattling around in my pocket.
Forum: Black Powder
10-29-2011, 07:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 826
Posted By bsteve

Mine likes 110 gr. T7, 250 gr. Shockwave, and...

Mine likes 110 gr. T7, 250 gr. Shockwave, and Win. T7 primer.
Forum: Bowhunting
10-20-2011, 05:22 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,360
Posted By bsteve

You may have the right to defend your property...

You may have the right to defend your property with lethal force but I doubt this covers a tree stand on someone elses land. The legal and civil results could be severe.
Forum: Guns
08-24-2011, 06:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,447
Posted By bsteve

You'll need medium rings. I have Leupold quick...

You'll need medium rings. I have Leupold quick release mount and low rings on my 7600. My scope is a 30 year old Redfield Widefield 1.75 X 5 with a straight tube.
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
08-13-2011, 07:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,504
Posted By bsteve

Something isn't right. The clip should install...

Something isn't right. The clip should install with no effort.
Forum: Bowhunting
07-02-2011, 10:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 756
Posted By bsteve

Nice bucks. What county ? I'm in the south east...

Nice bucks. What county ? I'm in the south east corner of New London county.
Forum: Black Powder
05-14-2011, 05:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 36,231
Posted By bsteve

I bought a Pursuit XLT 2 just before muzzle...

I bought a Pursuit XLT 2 just before muzzle loader season last year so I didn't have time to experiment. I used the same load I was using in my Omega. 110 gr. of loose T7, Win. T7 primer, and T/C 250...
Forum: Black Powder
03-24-2011, 08:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,569
Posted By bsteve

The ShockWaves shoot nice groups and put the...

The ShockWaves shoot nice groups and put the smack down on deer. I used to use the XTP's in my Knights and they did the trick. I don't think the Harvester Crush Rib sabots will be good in the...
Forum: Reloading
03-24-2011, 10:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,515
Posted By bsteve

With the die in your hand loosen the rod. Take a...

With the die in your hand loosen the rod. Take a resized brass and slide it into the die ,insert the rod/decapping pin into the die. Work it around so the pin goes into the flash hole of the brass....
Forum: Black Powder
03-24-2011, 07:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,569
Posted By bsteve

Nice shooting. The load I've been using in my...

Nice shooting. The load I've been using in my Pursuit is 110 gr. 777 FF,250 gr. Shockwave with the yellow sabots, and Win .777 primer. The Pursuit is a lot easier to load than my Omega. I use the...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
02-19-2011, 07:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,240
Posted By bsteve

I'm with bigbulls, as long as it's clean it...

I'm with bigbulls, as long as it's clean it should be fine. Today I shot some Winchester 300 Savage ammo from the 70's, shot just as good as new ammo.
Forum: Reloading
02-09-2011, 08:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,633
Posted By bsteve

Speer Deep Curl

Anyone tried them? I've been loading 160 gr. mag tips in my 280, they work great on deer. Now I can't find them anywhere so I'm looking for feed back on the deep curls.
Forum: Big Game Hunting
02-02-2011, 06:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,170
Posted By bsteve

My longest shot was right around 300 yards.

My longest shot was right around 300 yards.
Forum: Reloading
01-30-2011, 06:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,163
Posted By bsteve

I've used the same load in a M77 and Rem. 700....

I've used the same load in a M77 and Rem. 700. H4350, CCI primer, Rem. brass and 160 gr. Speer Mag Tip for deer or 160 gr. Nosler Partition for bigger critters.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
01-23-2011, 08:05 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,190
Posted By bsteve

For the last 5 years I've shot most of my deer...

For the last 5 years I've shot most of my deer with a Rem. 7600 in 35 Whelen, 225 gr. Sierra Game kings. And a few with my Rem. 700 Mountain Rifle in 280 with 160 gr. Speer Mag-Tips.
Forum: Scopes and Sights
01-20-2011, 08:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,263
Posted By bsteve

Go to the manufacturer's website. There should be...

Go to the manufacturer's website. There should be charts matching bases to rifles. If you don't find the info there contact the company.
Forum: Black Powder
01-19-2011, 08:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 655
Posted By bsteve

Have you bore sighted it? I have a Pursuit 2 XLT....

Have you bore sighted it? I have a Pursuit 2 XLT. My set up is a Leupold VX2 - 1X4 , Weaver base, and Millet medium rings. I bore sighted and then had it zeroed at 50 yards with 3 shots. It sounds...
Forum: Black Powder
01-17-2011, 11:00 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 41,975
Posted By bsteve

Are you using the same scope that was on the...

Are you using the same scope that was on the rifle when the stock broke ? If it is I'd try another scope. A 20 ga. brush works pretty good for removing plastic from the barrel.
Forum: Black Powder
01-14-2011, 08:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 526
Posted By bsteve

Which rifle do you have ?

Which rifle do you have ?
Forum: Black Powder
01-14-2011, 08:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,551
Posted By bsteve

I agree with cutting T/C some slack while they...

I agree with cutting T/C some slack while they make the move. However I'm a little p.o.' ed that they haven't answered my email from a month ago.
Forum: Black Powder
01-14-2011, 04:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,551
Posted By bsteve

i called them and sent an email mid December,...

i called them and sent an email mid December, still haven't heard from them. Need to get my Omega fixed, that's why I bought my Traditions.
Forum: Black Powder
01-12-2011, 04:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,345
Posted By bsteve

I have a Pursuit 2 XLT. I've only shot it about...

I have a Pursuit 2 XLT. I've only shot it about 10-12 times I hope the frame holds up. If not it's going back to Traditions, I live 25 miles from the head quarters. The Traditions breech plug takes...
Forum: Black Powder
12-29-2010, 01:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,065
Posted By bsteve

I've been shooting 50/45 cal. 250 gr. Shockwaves,...

I've been shooting 50/45 cal. 250 gr. Shockwaves, 110 gr. FFG 777., Win. 777 primer. I'm just thinking a shorter barrel would be handy.
Forum: Black Powder
12-27-2010, 09:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,065
Posted By bsteve

Barrel length ?

28" seems to be pretty standard barrel length for inlines. What, if any performance would be lost with a 24 or 26" barrel ? Would a max charge of powder be completely burned in a 24" tube ?
Forum: Black Powder
12-27-2010, 09:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 474
Posted By bsteve

I use the Traditions ram rod. I haven't checked...

I use the Traditions ram rod. I haven't checked but I don't think it will deform the tip of the SW. I know they shoot just fine and that plastic tip is pretty hard.
Forum: Guns
12-27-2010, 03:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,496
Posted By bsteve

O.K. Not my idea of primitive weapons, but if...

O.K. Not my idea of primitive weapons, but if it's legal then why not.
Forum: Guns
12-26-2010, 10:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,496
Posted By bsteve

I"m partial to the Whelen, but I handload. You...

I"m partial to the Whelen, but I handload. You can use modern center fire cartridges in the primitive weapon season, what are the restrictions ?
Forum: Blades
12-25-2010, 08:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,315
Posted By bsteve

I have 2, one I found 30 years ago and one I...

I have 2, one I found 30 years ago and one I bought last year. They both have U.S.A. stamped on the blade just in front of the hilt.
Forum: Gunsmithing
12-25-2010, 07:03 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,048
Posted By bsteve

I bought a new one from Grice's Gunshop 5-6 years...

I bought a new one from Grice's Gunshop 5-6 years ago, they get limited runs of 7600's in non standard calibers. You can find 35 Whelens at online used gun auctions.
Forum: Black Powder
12-25-2010, 06:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 584
Posted By bsteve

I called them a couple of weeks ago about an...

I called them a couple of weeks ago about an issue with my Omega, got a message saying they were closed for the day. I sent them an email and still haven't got a reply.Hopefully the situation will...
Forum: Blades
12-23-2010, 07:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,315
Posted By bsteve

I have a Case Big Finn. Great knife for field...

I have a Case Big Finn. Great knife for field dressing deer.
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
12-23-2010, 09:32 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,385
Posted By bsteve

I have a problem with my Omega. The firing pin...

I have a problem with my Omega. The firing pin won't retract into the breech block, puts a dent in the primers ( that's how I noticed it) almost deep enough to fire. Most likely caused by corrosion,...
Forum: Black Powder
12-22-2010, 11:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 988
Posted By bsteve

I'm shooting 250 gr. yellow tip Shockwaves with...

I'm shooting 250 gr. yellow tip Shockwaves with the yellow sabots, 110 gr. 777 ffg, Win. 777 primer. That's what I've been using in my Omega, except with a Harvester crush rib sabot. I haven't had...
Forum: Black Powder
12-22-2010, 06:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 988
Posted By bsteve

I just bought a Pursuit 2 XLT last week. I had an...

I just bought a Pursuit 2 XLT last week. I had an issue with my Omega and needed a rifle right now as the season was opening in a few days. I live 20 miles from Traditions head quarters so I drove...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
12-12-2010, 07:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,960
Posted By bsteve

I don't consider someone that destroys other...

I don't consider someone that destroys other peoples property "good people."
Forum: Reloading
04-03-2010, 07:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,013
Posted By bsteve

Good deal.

Good deal.
Forum: Reloading
04-02-2010, 07:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,013
Posted By bsteve

Like they say, every rifle is different. I load...

Like they say, every rifle is different. I load for my 7600 35 Whelen using standard RCBS full length dies.I start with new Rem. brass and haven't had any problems. Small base dies might help.
Forum: Scopes and Sights
04-02-2010, 07:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,854
Posted By bsteve

I had a 2 X 7 VX 1 on my Omega. I knocked it off...

I had a 2 X 7 VX 1 on my Omega. I knocked it off a shooting bench at the range. The rifle landed scope first on the concrete pad. Not surprisingly the scope wouldn't hold zero. Sent it back to...
Forum: Guns
03-15-2010, 08:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,382
Posted By bsteve

280 rem. synthetic/stainless 700 Mountain rifle....

280 rem. synthetic/stainless 700 Mountain rifle. Had it accurized by Carolina Precision. Wears a 2.5 X 8 Leupold VX III.
Forum: Guns
03-14-2010, 07:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,744
Posted By bsteve

I own both. I've had a few 870's, bought the...

I own both. I've had a few 870's, bought the first one in 1965. My current 870 is a dedicated turkey gun. I've had a BPS since the early-mid 80's, primarily use it for waterfowl. As far as reliabilty...
Forum: Reloading
03-07-2010, 06:15 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 11,798
Posted By bsteve

Being that every other shot was good I'd check to...

Being that every other shot was good I'd check to be sure nothing was loose in your scope mounting system. It doesn't take much to move your point of impact an inch or so.
Forum: Northeast
03-07-2010, 06:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 803
Posted By bsteve

Stonington is about an hour from Cabelas....

Stonington is about an hour from Cabelas. Natchaug State Forest is a lot closer to you and has plenty of deer.
Forum: Northeast
03-06-2010, 07:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 803
Posted By bsteve

I hunt southeastern Ct., Stonington and North...

I hunt southeastern Ct., Stonington and North Stonington. There's a healthy deer population. Private land permission is tough but there's a good amount of state land.
Forum: Reloading
03-06-2010, 07:48 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 11,798
Posted By bsteve

I bought my 35 Whelen 7600 from Grices, part of...

I bought my 35 Whelen 7600 from Grices, part of the 2005 run. I'm loading the 225 gr. Game Kings, Rem. brass, 57.5 gr. R 15 and CCI 250 primers. Had the trigger reworked by Barnes, big improvement. I...
Forum: Hunting Gear Discussion
12-28-2008, 09:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 514
Posted By bsteve

RE: Has anyone used one of these VHF's

I've had Standard Horizon VHF's on my boats for years, fixed models not the handhelds. They're very good quality, don't think you can go wrong. I have an Icom handheld which would also be a good...
Forum: Optics
06-05-2007, 10:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 945
Posted By bsteve

RE: widefield scopes

It sounds like you need higher rings.
Forum: Northeast
03-12-2007, 10:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,673
Posted By bsteve

RE: Avid sportsman/outdoorsman may be moving to CT; what activities exist?

I'm not sure , but the penalty for most hunting violations is 1 year license suspension and a fine. Sportsman's groups have been trying to get the law changed with no luck. Rhode Island is only 15...
Forum: Northeast
02-23-2007, 11:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,673
Posted By bsteve

RE: Avid sportsman/outdoorsman may be moving to CT; what activities exist?

That's right free land owner permits fior the whole family if you own 10 or more acres. The sunday hunting law is known as a "blue law",left over from the Puritans. Maine doesn't allow hunting on...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
02-23-2007, 10:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,926
Posted By bsteve

RE: Remington 280 Mountain Rifle-Thumbs up? or Down?

I've had a M 700280 Stainless Synthetic Mtn. Rifle for about 15 years. Great gun ,great cartridge.
Forum: Guns
02-22-2007, 10:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,947
Posted By bsteve

RE: .30 Carbine for short range deer hunting?

There's not much room for error, but a friend of mine has killed a lot of deer with a 30 carbine.
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