Guys, it was me that suggested Tim join up, contribute and ask for some advice. He is a friend of one of my old mates from Tassie back when I was working over there. I've got a few ideas for him...
Liked On: 07-06-2023, 01:12 PM
Here are three classics that are representative of my areas of interest: .451 Whitworth rifle - NZ Wars, .56 Spencer carbine - US Civil War, .41 Henry Deringer - Otago Gold Rush. 225972225973225974
Liked On: 07-06-2023, 11:07 AM
For the record 270 is gay
Liked On: 06-06-2023, 08:23 AM
I reckon the 6.5 caliber is the ideal choice for NZ hunting conditions with the possible exception of Wapiti in Fiordland or longer rage shooting in the Southern alps. I shot the 6.5x55 for many...
Liked On: 05-06-2023, 04:46 PM
I was given the opportunity to visit some new country, earlier this week. Thanks to everyone who gave me advice and those who don’t ask where it’s is. I saw a few deer and shot a hind. Its...
Liked On: 05-06-2023, 11:33 AM
225798 Marlin Original Golden 39a, scope is a Barris 4.75 fixed Grand Slam. This rifle was made in New Haven. But has no JM or Rem stamping marks on it. Also has palm swell on pistol grip.
Liked On: 05-06-2023, 09:59 AM
First post. Loving this 223 thread. Been using a suppressed Browning BLR in 223 for bush hunting over my indicating dog Kai. He's a viszla/gsp cross about 3 years old. Acquired the rifle late...
Liked On: 02-06-2023, 04:14 PM
My longer term redo.. brought this few years back, have been running with a 1-7weaver classic. Ultra light. Never let me down however with the 223 filling the light short void I decided to complete...
Liked On: 02-06-2023, 08:21 AM
Brian and I were asked to help knock some numbers back on a property that we hunt. 5 or 6 years ago the population was predominately Reds but slowly and surely the Fallow have been taking over. To...
Liked On: 01-06-2023, 04:05 PM
Assembled (put the rings and scope on) my new "project". A pretty standard NZ set up. 260 superlight t3, lopped to just over 20inch (just before the flutes), half cock mod, trigger at 1lb. Dpt off...
Liked On: 01-06-2023, 08:24 AM
It shoots really nicely Just getting it on the paper, testing loads and breaking in the Vulcan barrel 225481
Liked On: 31-05-2023, 04:06 PM
Checked trapline along Maratataha river, south block Pureora FP yesterday. Got 11 Rats 1Weasel 1 Stoat. Tally for the year 320 Rats 9 Weasels 3 Stoats 2 Hedgehogs 7 Mice. 12th year Te Awamutu...
Liked On: 30-05-2023, 08:26 AM
Hows it guys. I really like my 527 with 9 twist but not so keen on the hog back stock, A member on here gave me a good deal on a awesome walnut slab, so. Have been pecking away at this for a few...
Liked On: 30-05-2023, 08:17 AM
In all aspects of life we are beginners at some stage (whether it be hunting, driving a car or whatever). The important thing is to accept that, and operate within your skill/experience level. If you...
Liked On: 29-05-2023, 10:03 PM
I would like to take the opportunity to formally extend an apology to the general forum community. I have at times been a little pointed and abrupt about issues that could have been dealt with a...
Liked On: 29-05-2023, 04:14 PM