About Ranger 888

Basic Information


Date of Birth
September 9, 1946 (78)
About Ranger 888
Biography:
Born in Auckland. Hunter and shooter (professionally and recreationally) for 54 years. Was actively involved in SAR as a park ranger, and SAR Adviser and Search Coordinator for NZ Police (35 years). NZ Mountain Safety Council bushcraft and firearms safety instructor (22 years).
Location:
West Auckland
Interests:
target shooting, deerstalking, cartridge collecting, pistol shooting
Occupation:
Retired park ranger (35 years service)

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Last Activity
Yesterday 08:43 AM
Join Date
07-08-2015
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  1. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Ross Nolan On thread : New government will rewrite Arms Act
    73.98% of statistics quoted on the internet are made up by the poster. Including this one.....
    Liked On: 29-11-2023, 08:27 AM
  2. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Snoppernator On thread : Looking for a Rifle Range in Auckland - NZDA Riverhead Forest
    Hey Team Just a heads up to anyone who is looking to find a rifle range in Auckland. I wanted to post this so hopefully this helps someone new looking for safe, legal access to a range in our...
    Liked On: 27-11-2023, 04:08 PM
  3. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by akaroa1 On thread : Top end Binoculars with all the extras
    There's a small flat clip flies out from between the two parts of the diopter housing. So decided be extra careful taking the other side apart. Bloody clip flys out without warning and have no...
    Liked On: 26-11-2023, 05:44 AM
  4. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by imaca On thread : Top end Binoculars with all the extras
    akaroa1 You are a braver man than me taking a pair of Swarovskis apart!
    Liked On: 26-11-2023, 05:43 AM
  5. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by 6x47 On thread : Ministry for Hunting and Fishing confirmed
    I still cringe at the thought of Mahuta representing us on the international stage. I can just imagine foreign diplomats/pollies thinking WTF????
    Liked On: 26-11-2023, 05:26 AM
  6. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Micky Duck On thread : Ministry for Hunting and Fishing confirmed
    POST OF THE YEAR!!!!!!
    Liked On: 26-11-2023, 05:25 AM
  7. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Husky1600#2 On thread : Ministry for Hunting and Fishing confirmed
    Bloody hell, the guy hasnt even had a chance to sit behind his new office desk! The outcome of this coalition as a bloody sight better than we've had for years! I'd like to think it will work for all...
    Liked On: 26-11-2023, 05:25 AM
  8. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Fssprecision On thread : New government will rewrite Arms Act
    Actually a damn good point, many take the trouble to write to complain, no so may take the trouble to write to say thanks. Do you have an email address or postal address that you could share.
    Liked On: 25-11-2023, 12:47 PM
  9. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Fssprecision On thread : New government will rewrite Arms Act
    I am not usually one to comment on political based items but have felt for a long time (years) that there has been a relentless campaign waged against the firearm community, both private and...
    Liked On: 25-11-2023, 12:46 PM
  10. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by grandpamac On thread : New government will rewrite Arms Act
    Greetings All, We have mostly had a sleep on yesterdays news so what does it all mean? Here is my 2 cents worth. Centrefire semi autos. Not even mentioned. I think that these are gone for good....
    Liked On: 25-11-2023, 12:45 PM
  11. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by XR500 On thread : New government will rewrite Arms Act
    I don't believe that any other 'sports' or 'pastimes' got themselves written into a Govt Coalition agreement. We did well. And we have one very smart lady on our side that is now in Cabinet where...
    Liked On: 24-11-2023, 09:59 PM
  12. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by 40mm On thread : New government will rewrite Arms Act
    It is nice to read something positive about our government and our sport/hobby. Made me smile.
    Liked On: 24-11-2023, 09:59 PM
  13. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by no1_49er On thread : New government will rewrite Arms Act
    It's even better than that. "Immediately begin to repeal and replace Part 6 of the Arms Act 1983 relating to clubs and ranges, rewrite the Arms Act 1983 to provide greater protection of public...
    Liked On: 24-11-2023, 03:09 PM
  14. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Flyblown On thread : Large Sale On Now
    Bought a torch and headlamp from here this evening, to replace that which has been “lost” by my two teenagers... Seeing as how I control both of their bank accounts, they are paying for them from...
    Liked On: 20-11-2023, 04:49 AM
  15. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by sportco62 On thread : Found knife
    Im guessing the chick involved lost hers too - although she still had the box it came in afterwards
    Liked On: 17-11-2023, 02:23 AM

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