Thread: Easy goat hunt

Originally Posted by Makros

Nice one, a much under rated meat.

Completely agree. Growing up we always had lamb and never bothered butchering any of our goats but few years back gave one a go and tasted mint. Will always take the lamb first but definitely will do a goat more often after that

Just to finish the story off. Goat chops for dinners. Enjoyed by everyone, including the "vegetarian" wife

Originally Posted by MB

I bought it for exactly this purpose and the rifle itself has worked out great, but the subsonic side of things could be a lot better. Haven't decided whether I'm going to persist with them and limit myself to head or well placed neck shots, or switch to supersonic rounds. If I'd used my brain instead of my heart when buying and got a .308 instead of 300BLK, I would have sold my Tikka 7mm08 by now as I like the Bergara that much. To be honest, a BA-13 in .308 would cover most of my needs, even occasional deer hunting trips in the central North Island.

price out a rechambering........

or will there be too little meat in action???? advertise for a swap........

I was really surprised not to see goats around the native when I was on holiday up there a few months back. Lovely place. Hope to go back soon.

@MB what is the 2nd strap on your rifle ?

P.S. agree about 308, after the initial lockdown I ended up getting the 20 inch take down version, it is now my go anywhere, do most things rifle

Originally Posted by ebf

@MB what is the 2nd strap on your rifle ?

A lot of people ask that. Have a look at Z-Aim slings on YouTube and you will get the idea. My version cost a few pennies to make and it's awesome!

Nice one MB. I use the Winchester subs in 308 and have the same issues. As soon as my dog is ready for full speed rounds I'll ditch them and use the suppressed 243.

What weight do you have for that bergara?

Originally Posted by Cowboy

What weight do you have for that bergara?

I'll put it on some scales when I get a chance.

I need to take out a whole kid like that the next time I get one! Liking the look of that fridge of dreams.

Originally Posted by Cowboy

What weight do you have for that bergara?

Originally Posted by MB

I'll put it on some scales when I get a chance.

Rifle + scope + rings + suppressor + slings + ammo holder (empty) = 3.93kg

It's a solid little unit.

Cheers. I was thinking of changing but my cheap savage 308 is only a whisker over 6lb with everything on it. They look and feel cool tho, those rifles.