They seem to be pretty well thought of in the bushcraft community.
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- Tue Nov 08, 2011 9:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bark River Knives ?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1054
- Wed Feb 09, 2011 11:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Differences in Jeep Models
- Replies: 62
- Views: 7688
Re: OT: Differences in Jeep Models
Any reason it HAS to be a jeep? IIWM, I'd look at the Toyota 4runners or something similar and avoid jeep products altogether. Blasphemy! My Wrangler is doing great. It's got the 3.7 L engine but it's also a 6 speed manual. Stop and go meter reading is not something I'd want a Wrangler for... unles...
- Wed Feb 09, 2011 8:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Differences in Jeep Models
- Replies: 62
- Views: 7688
Re: OT: Differences in Jeep Models
Any reason it HAS to be a jeep? IIWM, I'd look at the Toyota 4runners or something similar and avoid jeep products altogether.
- Wed Feb 09, 2011 8:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Feral Pigs, a favorite target coming to an area near you...
- Replies: 30
- Views: 4231
Re: Feral Pigs, a favorite target coming to an area near you...
Don't worry, they will once the population gets large enough and they start destroying crops.Beaker wrote:I would love to hunt hogs here, with my 30 WCF, unfortunantly, I live in Kansas. Kansas has lots of feral hogs but as stated previously for dubious reasons does not allow a season on them.
- Wed Feb 09, 2011 3:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT-flashlights
- Replies: 40
- Views: 5157
- Wed Feb 09, 2011 2:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Feral Pigs, a favorite target coming to an area near you...
- Replies: 30
- Views: 4231
Re: Feral Pigs, a favorite target coming to an area near you...
I find myself enjoying hog hunting even more than deer hunting these days. Perhaps it's because there's no "season" and I can hunt year round. I try to go once a month. :D I had hogs disappear from my property for 18 months after a large grass fire swept through the area. They're back with...
- Tue Feb 01, 2011 7:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Winter Storm
- Replies: 33
- Views: 4851
Re: OT - Winter Storm
I slept in today and never left the house except to shovel off the back stoop so the dogs could go out. There wasn't anything at the office that needed doin' that bad.
- Mon Jan 31, 2011 10:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- fanny packs for CCW
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2707
Re: OT- fanny packs for CCW
Having had one for years, they're a pain in the...fanny. They are appropriate in some situations but I generally don't like them. I do agree that LEO's and other CCW's are the only ones that notice them tho.
- Thu Jan 20, 2011 12:44 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Ameristep.
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1797
Re: OT Ameristep.
I have one that I used for several years and liked it well. My only complaint is that it can partially collapse in then high winds (20mph +) that are common here in OK.
- Fri Dec 31, 2010 8:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Sig SHR 970 info for RKrodle
- Replies: 1
- Views: 825
Sig SHR 970 info for RKrodle
Here's a photo of mine and a couple of links to a review and a forum post with some interesting info. http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n47/cnjarvis/DSC01787.jpg Review Info I will say that my trigger isn't creepy at all but does break at 4-4.5#. Mine, as were production models, was coated with a t...
- Fri Dec 31, 2010 12:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Hunting Report - No lever though...
- Replies: 8
- Views: 781
Re: Hunting Report - No lever though...
Good shootin' and congratulations! I like your plan too. Startle it with a 270, and blind it with the setting sun's relection off the scope, have it run into something hard and die of traumatic brain injury! Great! (just kidding). Nobody likes a smart-arse Joe. :evil: :lol: :lol: Actually, it was t...
- Fri Dec 31, 2010 1:01 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Hunting Report - No lever though...
- Replies: 8
- Views: 781
Re: Hunting Report - No lever though...
Thanks Ricky. The pig is actually bigger than it looks in the photo. Snout to tail, she takes up most of the width of the bed of my Toyota. The rifle was my Sig SHR 970 in 270 Win. It's topped with a Leupold Vari-X II, 3-9x50mm. Load was a 130gr. Nosler Ballistic Tip over 60gr. of H4831SC with a COL...
- Fri Dec 31, 2010 12:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Hunting Report - No lever though...
- Replies: 8
- Views: 781
Hunting Report - No lever though...
Is it wrong to sing "Hakuna Matata" while you're field dressing a pig? :oops: :lol: I took this gal 20 minutes after sunset from about 150 yards after spotting a bunch (15+) from around 600 yards off. After I spotted them I closed the distance by walking down a draw that parallels the whea...
- Thu Dec 30, 2010 9:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT-General Purpose Rifle
- Replies: 36
- Views: 4187
Re: OT-General Purpose Rifle
Guys, go have a look at michael bane's blog:
http://michaelbane.blogspot.com/2010/12 ... rifle.html
I hear that there may be something posted over at gunblast too.
http://www.gunblast.com/Ruger-Gunsite.htm
As for me, I'd rather have a carbine length AR-10 for that purpose.
http://michaelbane.blogspot.com/2010/12 ... rifle.html
I hear that there may be something posted over at gunblast too.
http://www.gunblast.com/Ruger-Gunsite.htm
As for me, I'd rather have a carbine length AR-10 for that purpose.
- Sat Dec 11, 2010 9:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Got my first elk
- Replies: 36
- Views: 4727
Re: OT - Got my first elk
Congrats Andy!
18 more years of waiting for me to get drawn...
18 more years of waiting for me to get drawn...
- Wed Nov 24, 2010 6:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Rather be Lucky than Good...
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2787
Re: Rather be Lucky than Good...
2 for 1 day!
Congrats Andy. Well done.
Congrats Andy. Well done.
- Fri Nov 19, 2010 12:05 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Need a photo of a grazing doe
- Replies: 7
- Views: 838
Re: Need a photo of a grazing doe
How big a file are you looking for? Too Small..? Holy Frijoles Batdude! :shock: I think that'll do. Caldwell makes a lifesize full color photo target on heavy cardboard for $12.94. It will work as a decoy That'll do too! Thanks guys, I knew someone here could help. I have no experience with decoys ...
- Thu Nov 18, 2010 12:21 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Need a photo of a grazing doe
- Replies: 7
- Views: 838
Need a photo of a grazing doe
As the title says, I need a high resolution broadside (quartering to might work as well) of a feeding doe for a decoy. I know it sounds odd but I have access to a large color printer at work (I think it will do 36x42") as well as some foam center poster board and I want to try to make my own 2-...
- Wed Nov 17, 2010 11:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: First lever-gun deer
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1561
Re: First lever-gun deer
Congrats!
- Mon Nov 15, 2010 5:55 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Somewhat OT-Tumnler Woes
- Replies: 3
- Views: 461
Re: Somewhat OT-Tumnler Woes
I had exactly the same thing happen to mine about 5-6 years ago. I fixed it myself an went on down the road. No problems since.
- Wed Nov 10, 2010 12:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Midway and "sales"
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3115
Re: Midway and "sales"
I had the same problem last year and was told that the birthday discount was randomly generated and that I wouldn't get it every year. Whatever...HEAD0001 wrote:I had a problem with them on my Birthday pricing. So I called them, and they basically did not fix the problem.
- Wed Oct 27, 2010 4:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bull breed???
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2931
Bull breed???
Can one of you guys help me identify the breed of this bull?
- Mon Oct 11, 2010 2:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New Levergunner
- Replies: 29
- Views: 2660
Re: New Levergunner
Congrats Ricky!
- Thu Oct 07, 2010 5:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - UV Killer....?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1185
Re: OT - UV Killer....?
I use Sport Wash and have for years. It's cheap and available at walmart and Academy Sports. Never seem to have any trouble.
Some manufacturers do have clothes that reflect UV. If you suspect yours does then the UV killer is worth a try.
Some manufacturers do have clothes that reflect UV. If you suspect yours does then the UV killer is worth a try.
- Tue Oct 05, 2010 6:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Tiger McKee on leverguns for defensive use
- Replies: 5
- Views: 801
Re: Tiger McKee on leverguns for defensive use
True but I know we all like seeing it in print nonetheless.Old Ironsights wrote:All things we've all known forever...
- Tue Oct 05, 2010 4:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Tiger McKee on leverguns for defensive use
- Replies: 5
- Views: 801
- Wed Sep 01, 2010 10:35 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Happy B/D deerwacker444, 45flattop, KSFlatheadhunter + me
- Replies: 22
- Views: 2365
Re: OT Happy B/D deerwacker444, 45flattop, KSFlatheadhunter + me
Happy birthday guys!!!!!!
- Fri Jun 18, 2010 11:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Red Dot Scope needed for AR.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2101
Re: Red Dot Scope needed for AR.
BSA, $30 at Walmart. USe the rest of the 200 on more ammo Mine was no good. I never could keep it from flickering on/off when shooting. Try a Primary Arms M3 Aimpoint clone. It isn't and never will be an Aimpoint but it's a good optic and an exceptional value. They're $79 (with the high mount) + sh...
- Wed Jun 16, 2010 12:35 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Floods in OK City
- Replies: 5
- Views: 510
Re: OT Floods in OK City
I'm alive and dry, I've just been busy.
North central okc got 11.5" of rain Monday. I work downtown and saw a few stalled cars but that was all. I know that flooding was bad elsewhere in the city though. My house stayed dry.
North central okc got 11.5" of rain Monday. I work downtown and saw a few stalled cars but that was all. I know that flooding was bad elsewhere in the city though. My house stayed dry.
- Mon Apr 12, 2010 10:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Bicycling and My Health
- Replies: 32
- Views: 2192
Re: OT: Bicycling and My Health
Kewl and congrats.
I enjoy cycling too. When I had time, I hit the mountain bike trails or even the streets.
I enjoy cycling too. When I had time, I hit the mountain bike trails or even the streets.
- Mon Apr 12, 2010 2:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: $429 Garand arrived... pics
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1878
Re: OT: $429 Garand arrived... pics
I've wanted one of them for years and can't break the funds loose to get one.
Good find!
RANGE REPORT when it comes back!
- Thu Apr 08, 2010 12:06 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Went hunting today with just my knife...
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2023
Re: OT - Went hunting today with just my knife...
You've been "shrooming".
That explains a whoooollle lot Andy.
I've never eaten wild mushrooms. Don't think I'd trust myself to pick the "good" ones.
That explains a whoooollle lot Andy.
I've never eaten wild mushrooms. Don't think I'd trust myself to pick the "good" ones.
- Wed Apr 07, 2010 4:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Gun safes-Which to buy?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 4180
Re: Gun safes-Which to buy?
I went with a Liberty safe, partly because of the security, value, warranty and availability and partly because of THIS.
- Tue Apr 06, 2010 12:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Bath Remodels Bite!
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1469
Re: OT - Bath Remodels Bite!
next thing you need to do is block all the "Home Improvement" channels on your cable box. Those things make women go nuts with wild ideas. I'd rather be locked in a room with a meth addict going through withdrawals. I actually enjoy the work and the end result, I just wish there was an en...
- Tue Apr 06, 2010 9:24 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Bath Remodels Bite!
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1469
Re: OT - Bath Remodels Bite!
I hear ya LK. I've been remodeling our guest bath for a while now. New tub, new wall tile at the tub alcove, all new plumbing, remove and replace floor tile, relocate linen closet from hallway to bathroom, new light fixtures, new vanity, new counter-top and new linen closet face-frame and shelving. ...
- Wed Mar 31, 2010 11:29 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Went Shooting Monday..
- Replies: 6
- Views: 622
Re: Went Shooting Monday..
Good shootin' there Andy! I'm glad those "bullets" of yours worked out for you.
I wish I could've gone but that nasty 4-letter word called "work" prevented me from doing anything fun. Besides, I haven't finished remodeling the guest bathroom yet.
I wish I could've gone but that nasty 4-letter word called "work" prevented me from doing anything fun. Besides, I haven't finished remodeling the guest bathroom yet.
- Wed Mar 24, 2010 1:21 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Need help with wood stain
- Replies: 4
- Views: 538
Re: OT - Need help with wood stain
Looks like it will be a gel stain. They are apparently made for situations like this. I tried some on a scrap and it turned out pretty well. I also picked up a book titled "Understanding Wood Finishing" by Bob Flexner. Very informative and comprehensive. There's another book out there by J...
- Tue Mar 23, 2010 1:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Happy Birthday Hobie
- Replies: 38
- Views: 1900
Re: OT Happy Birthday Hobie
Happy birthday!!
And a hearty thanks for all that you do.
And a hearty thanks for all that you do.
- Mon Mar 22, 2010 11:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Need help with wood stain
- Replies: 4
- Views: 538
OT - Need help with wood stain
I'm building a new vanity and built-in linen closet for my wife and although I'm pretty decent with the woodwork, I'm having FITS with the stain. I've used red oak in the past and never had a problem with it but this maple is the debbil. I've tried sanding it with 150 grit, 220 grit, no wood conditi...
- Mon Mar 22, 2010 11:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Our Favorite Engraver Strikes Again
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2923
Re: Our Favorite Engraver Strikes Again
Like others have said, the scroll work is pretty good but the cartoon critters - not so much.
I say mash his fingers!
I say mash his fingers!
- Wed Mar 17, 2010 12:13 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- Timothy Oliphant
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2017
Re: OT- Timothy Oliphant
Watched it and liked it. Not as well as Deadwood but I'll tune in for another episode.
- Wed Mar 17, 2010 12:06 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Framing Nailers
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2336
Re: OT - Framing Nailers
Too late Doug... I picked it up a couple of hours ago at Whitton Supply. $159 for the gun, $24 for a box of 2500 3" nails. Cost me the same out the door that the schmucks in the orange smocks were asking for just the gun. let me guess --- you got a Porter Cable? :lol: --- so which way did you ...
- Tue Mar 16, 2010 2:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Homemade .44 Bullets - UPDATED 3/15/10
- Replies: 38
- Views: 3868
Re: Homemade .44 Bullets - UPDATED 3/15/10
Just be sure to warn us when you go to the range!
- Tue Mar 16, 2010 12:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Framing Nailers
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2336
Re: OT - Framing Nailers
Too late Doug...
I picked it up a couple of hours ago at Whitton Supply. $159 for the gun, $24 for a box of 2500 3" nails. Cost me the same out the door that the schmucks in the orange smocks were asking for just the gun.
I picked it up a couple of hours ago at Whitton Supply. $159 for the gun, $24 for a box of 2500 3" nails. Cost me the same out the door that the schmucks in the orange smocks were asking for just the gun.
- Tue Mar 16, 2010 9:55 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Framing Nailers
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2336
Re: OT - Framing Nailers
However the OP said he is looking for a framer, not a roofing gun, or a brad nailer. I AM the OP :wink: So normally when someone is looking for a framer they are going to build a house, or other large building. This is where the hoses and air compressor are a hassle. You can carry a Paslode up a la...
- Tue Mar 16, 2010 8:23 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Framing Nailers
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2336
Re: OT - Framing Nailers
Porter Cable makes some great tools. All the PC tools I have are 100% reliable, and powerful. As far as nailers are concerned. I would never buy another one that has a compressor and hose. Too much time is wasted with a compressor and hose. I really like our Paslode gas operated nailer. I only went...
- Tue Mar 16, 2010 12:17 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Framing Nailers
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2336
Re: OT - Framing Nailers
Thanks for the replies gents. I found some good information on Senco's website: Q: What are the pros and cons of clipped head and full round head nails? A: The clipped vs. full round head (FRH) nail question: 1) Clip heads were the original type of collated nail for air tools, and still remains popu...
- Mon Mar 15, 2010 3:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Framing Nailers
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2336
Re: OT - Framing Nailers
My only experience with a framing nailer is an Eastwing 20 oz manually operated nailer. A little hard on the nail holding hand if your sights are off. :lol: :lol: I have one of those and two Vaughn "California Framers" that are well used but I still can't figure out how to make them self-...
- Mon Mar 15, 2010 1:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Homemade .44 Bullets - UPDATED 3/15/10
- Replies: 38
- Views: 3868
Re: Homemade .44 Bullets
Since the brass is much softer than the barrel steel, I can't see it doing it any harm.
Those might make a pretty cool sabot load in a 45 or 50 cal muzzle loader. No idea what they'll do out of a 44 CF.
Those might make a pretty cool sabot load in a 45 or 50 cal muzzle loader. No idea what they'll do out of a 44 CF.
- Mon Mar 15, 2010 1:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Framing Nailers
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2336
Re: OT - Framing Nailers
Are you sure you're responsible enough to own a nail framer. For some reason I see this X-Ray with C.Jarvis on it.! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v644/engrtobe/x-ray.jpg It's okay Doc,..it only hurts when I think.! :shock: :wink: Nah, Ain't a nailer made that will drive one into my skull. :shoc...