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I’m starting to plan for a future hunt possibly for black tail in SE Alaska. My childhood buddy and I who I bear hunt with every fall in the UP of Michigan have been talking about a hunt to Alaska for black tail for a couple of years now. One common theme has been “plan on being wet”. I’ve...

How and why did it become the bastard child? I’ve been in law enforcement for 24 years now and was a USAF MP for almost five more so I’ve been packing a duty side arm since 91‘ Beretta 92F 9mm, Sigs 9 mm-40 cal , S&W 640 and a host of Glocks. I’ve owned a handful of other pistols in various...

Looking for the best bullet for vermin to shoot of my AR. Easy button is a 55 grain BT or Vmax. But I want something that will blow to heck when it strikes something as small as a raccoon. Rifle is a Colt M4 LE/military 5.56 1:7”. Wondering how light I can go with that twist that will shoot...

So, I haven’t broke out the muzzle loader in some time. I was talking with M1Garand about going on a late season muzzle loader hunt. I have a Hawken style made by Lyman. All I ever shot out of it was a patched ball ahead of 80 grains of 777. Looking for some advice on something a little better...

Subject of my issue is an older Taurus 607 seven shot 357 magnum. It has been very accurate and reliable for years. Issue has been just recently with a couple of light primer strikes that have barely marked the primers. I’m thinking it is likely due to the fact that I haven’t used it in years...

Looking for a good 375 Winchester load. I’m going to be loading for a Winchester 94 and it’s for a buddy who is a bear hunter(black bear) over hounds. So I need an accurate and good expanding bullet that will dump its energy fast. Obviously not shooting too far. And is there any tricks to...

I’ve had a couple of nuances or growing pains with the Whelen. Maybe it’s just me or my setup. First the rifle is a Ruger M77 with a Shilen 1:14 SS super premium match grade barrel and a match grade chamber. It’s accurate and seems to shoot all loads well so far. Every change of RL 15 with 250...

Not looking to start an argument or pissing match by any means and doubt you guys will resort to one because this isn’t the campfire. For starters this is a down the road a bit as far as coming to fruition. Lord knows my Whelen barrel took nine months to get done. I’m going to get a Remington...

I’m kicking around the idea of picking up a cheap 6.5 Creedmoor. I’m thinking of either a Ruger American or Savage something or another. I want an accurate,durabl, no frills 6.5 Creedmoor. Michigan allows a.269” bore or smaller centerfire for night time predator hunting and I have good luck...

I’m sure it’s been covered, beaten to death and the proverbial dead horse kicked. So, my apologies ahead of time. I’m getting fine results with RL22 right now with accuracy. However, in attempt to scale down, I’m wondering what you guys are getting accuracy and velocity-wise with RL26 in the...

Figured this was the best place to post this. I’m delving into refinishing the wood stock on my Remington 700 BDL It’s a 1980 vintage 270 that I got from my uncle and it’s getting that orange red hue to it. I’m going the rubbed linseed route. I’ve watched a ton of videos about it and it...

Thinking of getting Quick Load and was wondering what you guys think of it that have it. I have bummed data from friends (M1Garand) for some time and figured it’s high time to stop being a mooch. It seems like you get more honest data that isn’t watered down so much. I happen to love...

I finally have what I need to start my 35 Whelen project. I’ve off loaded a couple rifles (savage axis 6.5 Creed and Ruger carbine 243) to make room and get me some cash. It will be built on a Ruger M77 Hawkeye SS action. The action has been already smoothed out and trigger has been cleaned up...

This has been discussed before I am sure. I’m just getting to the 243 game so this is why I’m asking. I never had been drawn to the 243 for whatever reason but I recently inherited my dads Ruger M-77 Carbine SS in 243. It’s accurate and being so compact is a very handy package for still hunting...

I’m a huge fan of smart case design. I love the Creedmoor and truly appreciate the thought put into it. Completely understand that downrange numbers are basically the same as the 260 Remington but, the form and function of the Creedmoor kills the 260 Remington from COAL to twist. Flame away...

So, one more I’m doing research on. I’ve had a couple of AR 15 platform rifles before and I just can’t get terribly excited about them. I have carried a M4 before they were designated M4’s so I’m very familiar with the platform. I’m thinking that after I get the bolt guns I truly want in place...

I’ve been with Creed now for a year and yes I’m a fan. Not crazy like where I’ve sold everything else but it is very fun to shoot. Accurate, minimal recoil and, Michigan allows hunting coyotes at night with a center fire rifle.269” or less. I’ve loaded/shot 143’s,140’s and 129’s all in hunting...

I’ve always wanted but never had. About the time I was in my full swing gun buying years Winchester rifles were of sub par quality and were far behind Remington and others. I’m seeing some good things said about the current M70 and it’s a CRF that supposed to be pretty smooth. I’m itching for...

I’m settled on three calibers for my permanent stable. A 6.5 Creedmoor T3 superlite SS (on it’s way and replacing my Savage 6.5) This will be my primary deer hunting rifle and will handle my lighter duties as Michigan allows .269” and smaller for night hunting coyotes. I’m having an ‘81...

Just looking to see who has one and your experience with the pistol. I’m looking into a 1911 style 10 mm for a retirement gift for myself. I have just over three years to go to figure it out. My reasons for a 1911 10mm are simple. I like the way a 1911 packs. Even in a full size...