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11-07-2008, 06:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,351
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Fallow deer question.

Hi Scooter,

Deer hunting has really increased in popularity in Australia over the last 10+ years. There are seven species of Deer in Australia and I can assure you the venison from Fallow is up...
Forum: Reloading
01-05-2008, 09:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,799
Posted By Drew Jaeger

150gr TSXBT load for the 7mm-08

I'm currently in the process of developing a Sambar load (similar to Elk) for my Remington 700 in 7mm-08. The powder I'll be using is ADI AR2209 (which is H4350) and Federal 210 primers. COAL is...
01-27-2007, 10:34 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 31,393
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Lets see your Varmint rig

Thanks DoubleA,...I like your groups. That CZ has a lot of potential. :)
01-27-2007, 01:35 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 31,393
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Lets see your Varmint rig

Oh very nice.... :DHave you got any groups to show for that CZ527 Varmint?
01-13-2007, 04:43 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,510
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: 7mm-08

Although the 243is still the highest selling calibre in Australia, the 7mm-08 is quickly gaining in popularity. I understand that the 7mm-08 is the highest selling calibre in New Zealand.

A few...
Forum: Reloading
01-13-2007, 03:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,230
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: best 243 win powder

My Remington 700 SPS-S/S is a tack driver with the Sierra 85gr HPBR and 44grs ofH4350 (AR2209 in Oz)
08-01-2006, 05:12 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,549
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Problems with Remington Corelockt?

Yes the Remington CoreLokts are excellent killers. Unfortunately I cannot get the 100gr PSPCLsto group under 2" frommy Remington 700 SPS-S 243, nor the 150gr and 180gr PSPCLs to group under 2.5" from...
Forum: Reloading
04-30-2006, 02:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,231
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Which bullet for .243Win?

The rifle is a Remington 700SPS Stainless with a 24" barrel. The Sierra 85gr HPBT are seated 0.015" of the rifling for a COL of 2.651". Every rifle is slightly different, so the COL may vary. I...
Forum: Reloading
04-18-2006, 11:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,231
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Which bullet for .243Win?

Correct, it's the same powder. ADI produce AR2209 for the Australian market and Hodgdon H4350 for the American market.
Forum: Reloading
04-06-2006, 09:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,231
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Which bullet for .243Win?

I'm another vote for the Sierra 85gr HPBT GameKing too. With 44.0grs of AR2209 (=H4350), they consistently shoot sub 0.5" (usually a single ragged hole) and have taken all game from bunnies to boars...
Forum: Reloading
01-01-2006, 01:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,682
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: VV N165 used with 243 100gr HDY SP

Simo, I have foundAR2209 is "THE" powder for85-90gr projectiles. Is that what you use?
Forum: Reloading
01-01-2006, 01:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,331
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Need .243 & 7mm mag. reload info

Sorry, I can't help you with 7mm Reg Mag loads, but I can provide some information for the 243.

My old pet 243 load for everything (goats, pigs and small deer) was a Sierra 85gr HPBT GameKing...
12-31-2005, 11:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,456
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: what kind of bullets?

Speer Spitzer HotCors

Nosler AccuBonds
12-30-2005, 02:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,221
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Post Pics Of Small Game Here!

Brno 22LR

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a158/Bundypalms/BunnyBrnoSteiners-7Oct05.jpg


One mangy fox taken with a Speer 52gr HP (Ruger 223)

...
12-26-2005, 02:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 29,132
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: 22-250 vs 7mm-08

7mm-08
Just over amonth ago at the Canberra rifle range, I witnessed a 2.5" group shot at 500m with an "out of the box"Remington 700 SPS in 7mm-08. I'm so impressed, I've ordered a 700 SPS...
Forum: Guns
12-26-2005, 02:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,380
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Remington 700

I am currently in the process of consolidating funds to purchase anew Remington 700 SPS Stainless rifle in 7mm-08. Debating whether to mount another VX-II 3-9x40mm or a VX-III 2.5-8x36mm. That outfit...
Forum: Guns
12-09-2005, 04:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,839
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Ruger 77 Rifle Accuracy

Nick,

I have a pair of Ruger KM77 MkII all weather rifles;

223 with the old style of synthetic stock with a Leupold VariX-IIc 3-9x40mm,
30-06 with the laminated timber stock with a...
Forum: Reloading
12-04-2005, 01:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,893
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: 7.62X39 needs a new name

The 7.62x39mm M43 assault rifle cartridge is also referred to as 7.62mm Soviet, 7.62mm Short, 7.62mm Warsaw Pact, or 7.62mm ComBloc. The 7.62x39mm is also known in the USA as the 30 Short Russian to...
Forum: Reloading
12-03-2005, 02:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,893
Posted By Drew Jaeger

Forum: Reloading
12-03-2005, 02:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 17,398
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Is "Lee" reloading equipment any good?

Ted, I have a few Lee reloading products;

Classic Cast O-frame press. Solid, excellent value for money and replaced my old Lee Challenger press.

Collet Dies for the 223 and 30-06. The best...
11-22-2005, 04:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 592
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Do I smell things or what!

Yes, usually when I am within 100m.
11-22-2005, 04:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,824
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: 300 Win Mag Too Much for Whitetails?

Hey, if the 300 Win Mag works well for you,... go get some game with it!!!
11-22-2005, 04:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,535
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: my deer this year

Nice Buck, well done. :)

What did you drop him with and what range?
Forum: Guns
11-15-2005, 01:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,806
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Safety, safety, safety

Not exactly breakfast viewing. Imagine if that was a head!! Sorryit made you sick this morning, Red.

***warning graphic picture*** added.
Forum: Guns
11-15-2005, 04:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,806
Posted By Drew Jaeger

Safety, safety, safety - ***warning graphic picture***

Not sure if this is the correct forumto place this, but I am very particular and cautious of whom I go out hunting/shooting with. I have had a couple of scares in the past. As a consequence, I...
Forum: Guns
11-13-2005, 01:26 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,150
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Benefits of Hard Cast?

Thank you Charley.
Forum: Guns
11-13-2005, 02:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,150
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Benefits of Hard Cast?

Thank you for the sensible responses regarding my question on hard cast projectiles. Using hard cast projectiles in rifles is a new thing for me. My original intention was for plinking as the Marlin...
Forum: Guns
11-12-2005, 12:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,150
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Benefits of Hard Cast?

Gentlemen,

I have a Marlin 1895SS and have started tinkering around with 405gn FN hard lead cast projectiles. The load I am using is 31gns of AR2207 (=H4198) for 1300ft/s. The load produces...
11-12-2005, 12:11 AM
Forum: Guns
11-09-2005, 08:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,097
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Which caliber for me?

Hi Eric. From experience, you won't go wrong with either a 270 or 30-06. Both are excellent deer calibres.
Forum: Guns
11-09-2005, 04:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 11,365
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: how far can i sight my 30-30 in effectively

Aaron,

A 100yd zero for a 30-30 scrub rifle is what I would consider an ideal range. Good Luck
Forum: Reloading
11-08-2005, 03:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,525
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: long range hunting bullet?

The Speer 165gn SP HotCor performs well out past 200m on deer and wild pigs from my Ruger 30-06. Five group into 0.91” at 100m.

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a158/Bundypalms/speer165.jpg
...
11-08-2005, 03:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,285
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: The Best 30 Caliber Deer Bullet

In my experience, the Speer 165gn SP HotCor works well in my30-06 for deer and wild pigs. From the poll selection I voted, 165-grain Core-Lokt.

...
11-08-2005, 03:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,536
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: The dang hogs tore up my food plot!

Nick, the best time to nail pigs is at sunrise or sunset when they are on the move.

Good luck
Forum: Guns
11-07-2005, 03:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,295
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: RECOIL-RECOIL.....

Past are the days of hunting with a 300 Win Mag or a 375 H&H Mag for me. To be a competent shot in the field requires practice at the range. I did not find it a pleasant experience shooting the...
11-06-2005, 09:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,275
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: 375 H&H for Whitetails

3. Hornady 220gn FN with82gns AR2209 (=H4350) for 2860 ft/s.
11-06-2005, 08:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,987
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: shot a 9 pointer last week

Well done!!! Nice buck and good photos.
11-06-2005, 08:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,275
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: 375 H&H for Whitetails

Hi Jeff,

I had a couple of "soft" loads for my old Brno CZ502 375 H&H Mag that were used successfully on wild boars and goats. One with the Speer 235gn and the other a 310gn lead cast with gas...
11-05-2005, 05:37 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 10,148
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Problems with Wife!

I don't seem to have that problem.My missus is glad to get rid of me!!! Actually, she is quite relieved that I'm not the boozing type or spend all weekend playing golf.

My problem is TIME.
11-05-2005, 05:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,896
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Deer in Ireland

Bunratty Castle (and Pub), Ireland

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a158/Bundypalms/Ireland-BunrattyCastle.jpg


Red Stag in Bunratty Castle grounds.

...
11-03-2005, 08:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,115
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: what grain 30-06

Forhunting Fallow andChital (Axis) deer theSpeer 165gn SP HotCor performs well.

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a158/Bundypalms/speer165.jpg

A young Fallow Buck taken late afternoon in...
Forum: Reloading
11-03-2005, 07:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 36,064
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: The Amazing 85 gr. Sierra HPBT

Roskoe

The Sierra 85gn HPBT with 44gns of AR2209 (=H4350) was THE load for my old Ruger 243. They consistently grouped 0.5MOA with 5-shots and nailed everything from Bunnies to Boars, no...
11-03-2005, 07:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,703
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: What is your favorite time in the woods?

Anytime in the bush hunting is a good time. I especially like seeing the sunrise and the smell of the bush after a light rain shower overnight.

I have always wanted to stalk a stag in the...
11-03-2005, 07:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 27,096
Posted By Drew Jaeger

11-03-2005, 07:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 894
Posted By Drew Jaeger

11-02-2005, 07:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,896
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Deer in Ireland

Gentlemen,

In 1997 I visitedBunratty Castle and took a couple of photos of an Irish Red Stag too.There was a herd of Red Deerjust wonderingaround there. I'll have to dig out the old photos, from...
10-23-2005, 09:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,719
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: most hogs taken@1 time

.....I forgot to mention that of those 24 wild pigs shot in Oct 01 with my Marlin 45-70, five pigs were shot and killed within 7 seconds. Fast 'n' furious action,.... I fired, cranked the action and...
10-23-2005, 03:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,719
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: most hogs taken@1 time

Almost. Have you ever seen the end result of a 300gn JHP at 2150ft/sat close quarters? EXPLOSIVE!!! :D
10-20-2005, 06:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,719
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: most hogs taken@1 time

Usually, if the wild pigs are in the area, I'm able to get 2 to 4 pigs in a day. However, I have a couple of exceptions;

Trip A = 46

A mate and I nailed 46 wild pigs (50 – 80kg) in marsh...
10-16-2005, 02:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,018
Posted By Drew Jaeger

RE: Steiner Merlin

I purchased a pair of Steiner Nighthunter XP 8x30mm binoculars earlier this year. Exceptional clarity and excellent in low light conditions looking into dark places where critters hide. In my case,...
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