About 30late

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Date of Birth
March 8, 1957 (68)
About 30late
Biography:
Keen hunter since the day I was born, originally from Taihape .
Location:
Back in the Manawatu
Interests:
Deer hunting/ just going bush
Occupation:
Truck Driver

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    30late liked post by Flyblown On thread : 90gr ELDX in my old 243
    The M77 .243 Win is a 1:9”. So the 90gr ELDX will stabilise fine (>1.8 Miller value). They can be a little fussy for optimal accuracy - you’ll need to fiddle around with seating depth to find...
    Liked On: 19-11-2023, 08:20 PM
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    30late liked post by Jaco Goosen On thread : 90gr ELDX in my old 243
    Your rifle should be a 1/10t and it should stabilize the 90gr ELDX just fine. According to my calculations at 1.1" in length and running a 2800 to 3000fps at the muzzle, your rifle will comfortably...
    Liked On: 19-11-2023, 08:19 PM
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    30late liked post by grandpamac On thread : 90gr ELDX in my old 243
    Best check the rifling twist requirements of the projectile and your barrel twist. I suspect they may not be stable. GPM.
    Liked On: 19-11-2023, 03:49 PM
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    30late liked post by grandpamac On thread : 90gr ELDX in my old 243
    Greetings, My Speer No 9 manual lists the Ruger 77 .243 twist at 1 in 10" which it may be in a 40 year old rifle. Barrel twists have tightened over the years with some now as fast as 1 in 8" so...
    Liked On: 19-11-2023, 03:47 PM
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    30late liked post by Micky Duck On thread : Double Down
    wash your mouth out,you Philistine.... some of the new tacticool jobbies are FAR worse. that BLR has been tastfully adapted to its end use. bet the dog appreciates the suppressor.
    Liked On: 01-10-2023, 08:27 AM
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    30late liked post by andyanimal31 On thread : Longrange day At taihape nzda range
    Just a heads up we are running an lr day for those that are interested. This Sunday the 24th at 10pm briefing. Pm for details Cheers Andy Sent from my SM-A226B using Tapatalk
    Liked On: 21-09-2023, 11:35 AM
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    30late liked post by Micky Duck On thread : i Phone rescue in NZ
    the same idiots who already now expect to be rescued because they can get on phone and ring up because they are tired and didnt wear right gear ....... dont get me started.
    Liked On: 09-09-2023, 02:50 PM
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    30late liked post by 11mms On thread : BLR Trigger tune
    Ball point pens and cigarette lighters...I can't even tell you how many things I've put those springs into...
    Liked On: 08-09-2023, 12:25 PM
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    30late liked post by XR500 On thread : Venison meat hunting in NZ in the past
    Ha! Good 'ol HLL We threw a lot of $$ for air time in HLL. (NZ Army) Its also had more than a couple of non notified prangs. There was an excellent VHS video of he and his shooter Bugs using...
    Liked On: 03-09-2023, 10:29 AM
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    30late liked post by 199p On thread : Backcountry Hut Research
    I sure am, never felt unsafe in a hut, and have always enjoyed them for what they are. I think some people expect a luxury stay in the bush not shelter from a storm. double edge sword because a lot...
    Liked On: 03-09-2023, 08:57 AM
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    30late liked post by Nick.m On thread : Pictures of live Game Animals..
    Just having look back at photos and thought I'd post a couple. All public land 231724 231725 231726 231727 231728 231729 231731
    Liked On: 03-09-2023, 08:55 AM
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    30late liked post by ElDax On thread : Javelin/Backlanz/Mtn gear bipod review
    Just thought I would make a bit of a write up/ review on the Javelin, Backlanz and Mtn gear bipods having used all 3, some pros and cons for anyone interested. The Javelin bipod pros: Technically...
    Liked On: 26-08-2023, 02:13 PM
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    30late liked post by Tahr On thread : Tatonka Pack Advice Needed
    A smaller pack is a good incentive to get rid of some of the crap we carry.
    Liked On: 11-08-2023, 10:30 AM
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    30late liked post by 30.06king On thread : Managing recoil for a rookie shooter
    If you worry about the "thump" of recoil as you are squeezing the trigger it's going to affect how well you shoot. You will end up losing focus or shifting your vision off target at the last second...
    Liked On: 11-08-2023, 10:17 AM
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    30late liked post by andyanimal31 On thread : Some useful statistics from Nicole McKee
    Heads up, Nicole is speaking at Taihape golf course today we'd at 12pm if any body is in the area and keen to have a look at ACT. Sent from my SM-A226B using Tapatalk
    Liked On: 09-08-2023, 10:04 AM

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