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Forum: Guns
09-30-2014, 04:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,455
Posted By Dixie Rebel

I'd choose a 30-06 over the heavy kicking 300...

I'd choose a 30-06 over the heavy kicking 300 Win. Mag. The 30-06 is cheaper and does soooo many things well. I just don't need a magnum for deer hunting.

My first choice: Tikka
second choice:...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
12-13-2012, 01:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,993
Posted By Dixie Rebel

280! :patriot:

280! :patriot:
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
12-13-2012, 01:13 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,991
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Wink Bolt action (stainless)! Brands: anyone of...

Bolt action (stainless)!

Brands: anyone of these
Remington 700 (stay away from 710s and 770s!)
Savage
Ruger 77 MK/II
Sako
Tikka T3
Weatherby
Howa
Forum: Guns
11-18-2010, 09:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,367
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Exclamation I absolutely agree! DEER DO NOT ALWAYS JUST...

I absolutely agree!

DEER DO NOT ALWAYS JUST HIT THE DIRT AND DIE!

I've killed more than my share of deer and I know without question that there is NO magic cartridge or bullet that will put...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
10-07-2010, 11:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 786
Posted By Dixie Rebel

GREAT ADVICE....man you are right! :party0005: ...

GREAT ADVICE....man you are right! :party0005:

I have one of those Coleman 115 lumens light from Walmart.

These are my favorite lights for both getting to my stand and for tracking!
...
Forum: Guns
10-07-2010, 05:41 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,793
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Excellent and true advice. ;)

Excellent and true advice. ;)
Forum: Guns
10-07-2010, 05:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,296
Posted By Dixie Rebel

This is absolutely NOT true! :lolabove:

This is absolutely NOT true! :lolabove:
Forum: Guns
02-17-2010, 08:50 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 22,291
Posted By Dixie Rebel

I have a Tikka T3 and a Marlin XL7. Both...

I have a Tikka T3 and a Marlin XL7.

Both shoot well; however, if given a choice between the two, I like the Tikka more.
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
02-02-2010, 07:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 12,955
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Thumbs up Definitely the 116FCSS

Definitely the 116FCSS
Forum: Scopes and Sights
02-01-2010, 08:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,772
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Thumbs up I've had OUTSTANDING service from Bushnell Elite...

I've had OUTSTANDING service from Bushnell Elite scopes!

Bushnell is GREAT company and the Elite Series are AWESOME scopes!
Forum: Reloading
01-10-2010, 08:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,111
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Exclamation I refuse to shoot moly coated bullets in my...

I refuse to shoot moly coated bullets in my rifles. I've heard far too many horror stories of how hard it is to remove the moly from the bores.

Also, I don't see ANY advantage to using moly in a...
Forum: Reloading
01-10-2010, 08:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,615
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Thumbs up Redding for me!

Redding for me!
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
01-10-2010, 08:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 12,517
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Wink I love Savage rifles! My son has a Savage...

I love Savage rifles!

My son has a Savage 16 Weather Warrior in 7mm-08 that seems to shoot everything well!

You won't go wrong with the Savage, or the 7mm-08.
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
01-10-2010, 08:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,063
Posted By Dixie Rebel

I've killed many, many, deer with the 7mm-08. It...

I've killed many, many, deer with the 7mm-08. It is an awesome deer cartridge that will never let you down when you do you part!
Forum: Guns
01-10-2010, 08:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,251
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Exclamation That dealer is absolutely clueless! I have...

That dealer is absolutely clueless!

I have owned rifles built by nearly every rifle maker; Savage rifles are EXCELLENT! Especially the ones with the Accutrigger and now the Accustock!

My...
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
01-10-2010, 07:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,134
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Thumbs up I have a Marlin XL7 (black stock) in 30-06 Spfd....

I have a Marlin XL7 (black stock) in 30-06 Spfd. that will put 3 Sierra 165gr BTHP Gamekings into less than 1" groups @ 100 yards, when loaded with 58.0 grains of IMR-4350!

The trigger on this...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
01-10-2010, 07:42 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,317
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Wink I'd pass on the Remington and....

Get a Savage Weather Warrior with the Accutrigger!:happy0001:

Model 116 (Long Action) choices:
30-06
270
7mm Rem. Mag

Model 16 (Short Action) choices:
308
7mm-08
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
06-08-2009, 08:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,251
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: new 30 06

I absolutely HATE the matte finishes Ruger is now putting on their matte stainless and matte blued rifles!!!!!!!!

Subsequently, I would get one of these rifles instead:

1. Savage Weather...
Forum: Reloading
03-12-2009, 05:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,260
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Natchez....

I haveused Midsouth Shooters Supply and received good service.
Forum: Reloading
03-12-2009, 03:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,260
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Natchez....

You got that right and their attitude stinks!

I called yesterday and ordered primers from Natchez and was really ticked off at the attitude of the salesman. The salesman was very rude when I...
Forum: Reloading
02-26-2009, 09:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,403
Posted By Dixie Rebel

Who uses Barnes 130 TSX in 300 Win and 30-06?

Please tell me your experiences withthe Barnes 130 Triple Shocksin rifles like the 300 Winchester Magnum and 30-06.

Load data?

Thank you.
Forum: Reloading
09-24-2008, 10:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,127
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Sierra Gamekings hpbt

I've used Sierra Gameking 165 HPBTs in my 30-06 for deer and have been very pleased with their performance.

As a side note,they're extremely accurate!!!!!!
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
08-05-2008, 01:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,888
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Fresh Earth Scent A Bust??

To a point, you're right. Though if one scent is more prevelant, I believe it would reduce the risk of alarming a deer to some extent.
Forum: Guns
08-05-2008, 10:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,398
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Model 7....

If its in new or outstanding condition, that's a good price.
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
08-05-2008, 03:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,888
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Fresh Earth Scent A Bust??

Iuse Fresh Earth cover scent every year, with great results!

Ialwaysdrop a new Fresh Earth wafer into the bottom of my duffle bag at the beginning of each deer season. It lasts all year and...
Forum: Reloading
08-05-2008, 03:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,039
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: When is it clean?

I have to agree, this has been my experience as well.
Forum: Guns
08-05-2008, 03:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 26,663
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: .300 Win mag or 7MM STW

I'd go with the 300 Win. Magnum if it were me. You can't go wrong with a 300 Win. Mag.
Forum: Reloading
06-14-2008, 11:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,429
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: 270WSM

Sorry to hear your rifle is being stubborn. My Winchester 70 FTWT 270 WSM groups, both the 140 Accubond and 130 Ballistic Tipsextremely well using RL-19 powder.
Forum: Guns
06-14-2008, 11:12 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,653
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: 357 or 41 for deer????

I believe the minimum for deer should be the 41 magnum, or 44 magnum.

I don't believe the 357 magnum is adequate.
Forum: Guns
06-09-2008, 02:04 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 46,635
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: I'm pissed, brand new remington 700, and it sucks! (pics included)

I guess I'm spoiled. I want my guns to have quality fit and finish. Is that too much to ask for? I don't mind paying more, as long as the quality is there.

I hate the lousy finishes put on most...
Forum: Guns
06-09-2008, 01:34 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 46,635
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: I'm pissed, brand new remington 700, and it sucks! (pics included)

I absolutely hate the matte finishes found on most hunting rifles today. Its the factories' way of not providing a quality bluing.

We pay more and get less!!!
Forum: Reloading
06-05-2008, 12:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,442
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: SO I put some brass for sale on Flea-bay and they took it down

Everyone should boycott Flea-bay in myopinion!
Forum: Reloading
06-05-2008, 12:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,598
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Anyone have a good recipe for a .270.

I've had good luck with 130 grain bullets loaded on top of 55.0 grains of IMR-4350!
Forum: Guns
05-21-2008, 09:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,305
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Browning X bolt

I held one at Bass Pro and was impressed. As for its looks, I really like the X-Bolt and think it looks great!

For the record, I still prefer Remington 700s.
Forum: Guns
04-18-2008, 11:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 779
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Sig 229 DAK

I've shot Sigs with DAK triggers and hated them!

I much prefer the traditional double/single trigger found on most other Sigs!!!!
Forum: Guns
04-10-2008, 10:10 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,219
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: If Democrats win in '08 will you stock up on new guns?

Anyone who doesn't think either Obama or Hillary would restrict gun rights if elected is totally dellusional and needs immediate psychiatric help!!!!!!!! [:'(]
Forum: Reloading
04-05-2008, 06:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,687
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: stainless brush

Listen to the great advice from the members here;

Neveruse a stainless brush in your bore!
Forum: Guns
04-05-2008, 05:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,928
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: help me choose a scope please.

BuyaBushnell Elite 3200 3-9x40; they're good scopes.

The OpticZoneis a great place to deal with and they have great prices.

By the way, I've usedBushnell Elites a lot over the years with...
Forum: Guns
03-17-2008, 09:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,684
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: New Federal load for the old 270 Win.

It says its a nickel plated bullet!!!!

Nickel is very hard, can you imagine the damage and effects it will have on the bore of your rifle!!!!!!

NO THANKS, not in my rifles!!!!!!!!!
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
02-27-2008, 06:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,055
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: 7600 remington

Remington 7600s are excellent rifles, very under rated and much better in my opinion than the semi-auto 7400s.

The 7600 is MUCH morereliable than the semi-auto 7400, is fast handling and offers...
Forum: Guns
12-16-2007, 11:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,866
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: .308 vs. .270

I own and love both, but if I could only have one I would pick the 270 Winchester!
Forum: Optics
12-16-2007, 11:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,307
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: scope for 336 marlin

1. Bushnell Elite 3200 3-9x40
2. Nikon Monarch 3-9x40

Both would be PERFECT for a Marlin 336 of any caliber!

By the way, I'm a firm beliver in scopes andALWAYS use one on Marlin 336s!
Forum: Optics
12-16-2007, 11:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,812
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Boresighter?

I think you should save your money and learn to boresight your rifles without a boresighter. It is NOT hard to do WITHOUT a boresighter.

I personally believe boresighters are one of the biggest...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
12-16-2007, 11:28 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,016
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Sunday Hunting ban

I'm a born-again Southern Baptist and I personally do NOT agree with any states ban on hunting on Sundays.

Sunday's are often the only time some families have to share the hunting experience...
Forum: Whitetail Deer Hunting
12-16-2007, 11:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,086
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Ruger m77 in a .243 or .25-06? ... Zeiss 3-9x40 Conquest?

Without question, I'd buy the 25-06!
Forum: Guns
12-16-2007, 11:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 12,642
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: .243 vs .243 WSSM - Which and why?

243 Win. all the way!!!!!!!!!!!!

I would never even consider the 243 WSSM.
Forum: Guns
12-05-2007, 09:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,610
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: regular barrel vs. stainless

Stainless all the way!!!!!!!!!!

Buy the stainless; I promise you'll be glad you did!!!!!!!!
Forum: Firearm Review Forum
11-27-2007, 06:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,954
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Ruger Deer Rifle

I love Ruger rifles!!!!

I suggest you get a new Ruger M-77 Hawkeye with a stainless action/synthetic stock.

As for cartridges, I suggest them in this order:

1. 30-06 Spfd
2.280 Rem...
Forum: Guns
11-26-2007, 08:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,552
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Trying to decide between 300 short mag or a 280

I would definitely get the 280 Rem.

I'd rather have it than the 300WSM.
Forum: Guns
11-25-2007, 09:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,763
Posted By Dixie Rebel

RE: Krieger barrels

Great advice!!!!!!!!!!!
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