Hunting Questions & Answers

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Q: What is a good shotgun for turkey hunting?
I’m new to the turkey hunting scene and having only upland shotguns, what is a good type of shotgun for tukeys? I know everyone will say something different, but I have no idea really. What should I look for, and what should I avoid?

A: I agree with sturno and bigd. The Remington 870 is one of the most versatile shotguns in the world. it does everything the fancy European shotguns can do, and it costs a lot less. I use my 12 guage Remington expressmag for everything from hunting turkeys to geese, ducks, quail, chuckars and pheasants. The most important thing for turkey hunting is to select a very tight choke. when its time to hunt turkeys i simply unscrew my modified choke and screw in my turkey choke. Load it up with some 3 inch heavyshot shotgun shells and you have yourself a lethal turkey killing machine! Good luck!

*another thing about turkey hunting: its really important that you learn to call properly. most of the time when you are turkey hunting you will want to call them to you. Box calls are great for beginers, but a mouth diaphram can be really effective once you get the hang of it. Buy yourself an instructional vidio that goes over the diffent calls that turkeys make. practice at home before turkey season starts and you will have a huge advantage.

Q: Looking to buy a shotgun for Turkey Hunting?
I’m looking to buy a Semi-auto shotgun for Turkey hunting . I recently started hunting again and I’ve falling in love with turkey hunting. I’m looking for something pretty cheap, but reliable. Any ideas on what type of calls I should get and any good web sites to buy from?

A: I would also have to say to go with a stoger 2000 in the camo. The gun has been voted as the best buy for semi auto shotguns. Made by benelli who is owned by Beretta. Both fine gun companies. As for the turkey call I would go on Cabellas website.

Q: I was just wondering whats the best shotgun for turkey hunting?
I am going on this springs turkey hunt in nothern michigan (first time turkey hunting) any sugesstions would be greatly appreciated.

A: A 12ga. shotgun with a tight choke is the best thing for turkey hunting. You should have at least a full choke. There are many specialty chokes for turkey hunting. You’ll need to shoot several different loads to see which one patterns best in you gun. Aim for the head since the feathers can slow or stop the pellets and a turkey shot in the body can run or fly off, possibly dying where you can’t find it. Even one pellet in the brain will drop him where he stands. They often flop around after being shot so be careful when you grab the bird since a tom can have sharp spurs on the back of his legs. All the major manufacturers make turkey loads which are usually copper plated and buffered which helps keep pellet deformation to a minimum. My gun, a Mossberg 500 with a 20″bbl and a ported choke (.675) shoots the best patterns with a Federal Premium Turkey load,( 2oz. of 7 1/2 shot, about 700 pellets). It puts about 110 to 115 pellets on a turkey target at 30 yards. Any shot size from 4 to 7 1/2 will work. Good luck and remember, a turkeys vision is his best defense so sit very still and have everything camoed you should do great.

Q: whats the best turkey hunting shotgun to buy? the most for your money..?
Hey everyone, im in the market for a new shotgun. whats the best turkey hunting shotgun for decent price. i was looking at a mossberg in walmart the other day. that looked nice. i want 12 guage and camo

A: Remington 870 will be a fine choice. It is known for it’s durability and dependability, as well as it’s low price. It also comes in a turkey camo. You can get one with a 3″ chamber or a 3 1/2″ chamber, however I have never found it necessary to use anything bigger than a 3″ magnum.

http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model_870/model_870_express_turkey_camo_specs.asp

Q: What is the best shotgun for turkey hunting?
whats the best turkey gun at $400 or less preferably but Im open to all price ranges so please feel free. I would definently like a 12ga or perhaps even a 10ga. single shot,pump and semi-auto acceptable.

A: Mossberg Field Model 500 in 12 gauge pump shotgun.* reasonably priced, light weight, rugged, dependable, smooth working action. Does what all the others do but for a lot less $$$$.*

Q: What is the best 12 gauge shotgun for turkey hunting?
I am looking to buy my first 12 gauge shotgun and i need some sugestions

A: While a pump is not necessary for turkey, it is more versatile. I recommend a Mossberg 500 (or 500 Bantam) for their features:

* Drilled and Tapped – All 12 and 20-gauge models feature a drilled and tapped receiver, factory-ready for scope base and optics installation.
* Quality ques – a combination of dual extractors, twin action bars, positive steel-to-steel lock-up, and anti-jam elevator combine for reliable, smooth operation.
* Ported barrels – select 12 and 20-gauge barrels are factory ported for reduced muzzle jump and felt recoil.
* Fiber optic sights – fully adjustable front and rear fiber optic sights standard on all turkey models – perfect for use in low light conditions.
* Choke tubes – Interchangeable Accu-Choke tube set and wrench and X-Full choke tubes included on select models.
* Turkey features – XX-Full extended choke offered on select turkey models.
* Free gun lock and a 10-year limited warranty
* Made in USA
* Affordable at under $338 MSRP

If money is no object, try a Beretta A391 Xtrema2 Camo KO (MSRP $1,700), a Browning NWTF GOLD Ultimate Turkey (MSRP $1,513), or a Winchester Super X3 NWTF Cantilever Extreme Turkey (MSRP $1,399).

Q: What choke should you use in your shotgun for turkey hunting?

A: Full, extra full, or Turkey (most constriction for dense patterns).

http://www.choketube.com/remington.html

Q: What is the best shotgun for turkey hunting under $400?
I am looking into a mossberg.
Can i have one that can take heavy loads

A: The mossburg 535 is a nice gun for the money ( about $325). Comes with a turkey ( 22inch) and a waterfowl ( 28 inch) barrels fiber optic sights, and mine even came with a tru-glo red dot. Shoots up to 3 1/2 inchers, although i found out that the 3 inch loads, which are not much lighter at all ( only 1/8 ounce shot) shoot much tighter patterns. I use it for turkey and coyotes at night. For the money, I don’t think you can find a better pump.

Q: what season is turkey hunting season in Oregon?
Title says it all. And if I could get specific locations of good hunting ( shotgun preferably) that would be great!

A: Fall turkey season runs Oct.
15-Dec. 31 in most of western
Oregon and you can take either
a hen or a tom. And don’t
forget the statewide spring
turkey hunting season, April 15-
May 31.

http://www.dfw.state.or.us/resources/hunting/upland_bird/species/docs/ThanksgivingTurkeyFlyer.pdf

The spring hunt is generally considered the premium time for turkey hunting. The essence of the hunt is to attract a big tom within shotgun range through concealment and skillful calling. Oregon’s best turkey habitat is in southwestern Oregon, but populations are increasing on the east side, particularly in the northeast part of the state.

http://www.dfw.state.or.us/resources/hunting/upland_bird/species/index.asp

Q: Do I really need to have a camouflage shotgun for turkey hunting?

A: I personally feel the camouflage shotguns look pretty silly. But, I guess I am a bit of a traditionalist.

Many years ago, when I was young and dumb, I used to go turkey hunting in full camouflage. I dunno, maybe I just wanted to look like “Rambo” or something. Nowadays, when I go turkey hunting, I wear traditional upland game hunting outfits (tan and orange barn coat) and it includes plenty of flourecent orange.

The thing with turkeys is that they DO have keen eyesight. But, what spooks them is movement. I’ve had turkeys walk up to within 10 feet of me (out of season) and look me in the eye. They could tell that something was out of place, but did not know that I was a human sitting at the base of a tree. They could obviously see my flourecent orange clothing, but again, as long as I stayed still, they didn’t run.

On the other hand, I have spotted turkeys in a field some 200 yards away when I was sitting in my truck. The moment I opened the door to get out, they flew away.

In summary. Don’t worry about camouflage guns or even camouflage clothing. If you want to hunt turkeys, the key is to stay very still, or try to hunt from behind a blind where they can not detect your movments.

Q: Turkey Hunting?
I live in Mississippi and I’ve never been turkey hunting. I go deer hunting all the time though. Can you give me the basics? I know you can buy blinds and stuff or hide in grass (maybe?) im not sure. but can’t you do it in a stand too? I have a 12ga. shotgun and a .243. i know you’re supposed to use a shotgun but isn’t it legal to use a rifle too? your preference? also where should you go. near water, fields, certain plants? any baits or calls you recommend? thanks for the help

A: first find a call you like then practice, practice, practice. turkeys are very smart and can see even better. i hunt those MS. long beards too just take your time.

Q: turkey hunting?
well i am going turkey hunting soon for the 1st time….what calls do i need? what are the best brands? i know dekoys[ or how ever you spell it] help a lot…so how many of each ’sex’? [ male and female]
how many of them is to many?
i have a 20 gage shotgun for it…i know its not the best but it well work.

any tips or hints well be thanked

ohhh i live in ga if that helps

A: oh man are you in for some fun. who is taking you out? take a hen decoy if on public land . safer that way. use a box call or a slate call easiest to master and sound good. get 3″ winchester supreme ammo in number 5 shot. put your full choke in unless you have a gun that offers an extra full or turkey choke. 2 hens and a Jake decoy are good when there are a lot of dominant gobblers you wont know til you try. if you see turkeys henned up put out 2 hens and a jake. anything more is scary to turkeys they wont approach big groups. set that jake deek out there about 25 yards facing towards you with his back to where you think the turkeys will come from. that way 2 longbeards will come to investigate and want to whoop ass out of your jake for tending hens. you face him towards you so when the toms face him down their back is too you allowing you to move your gun barrel up
welcome to the circus pal!

Q: 1980′S FRANCHI 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN?? TURKEY HUNTING?? BB PATTERN?
I HAVE A 1980′S FRANCHI 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN. I WILL BE USING IT FOR TURKEY AND GOOSE HUNTING. I WAS WONDERING IF I NEED TO ADD A CHOKE TO IT TO MAKE A BETTER PATTERN OR IS THERE ONE ALREADY INSIDE THE BARELL THAT I CANT SEE AND IS THAT GOOD ENOUGH. IF SO WHAT KIND OF BB PATTERN WOULD THERE BE WITH A HIGH DENSITY 4 SHOT SHELL (PHEASANT LOAD). ALSO IF I WOULD NEED A CHOKE WHAT KIND WOULD BE GOOD FOR THE TUKEY AND GOOSE TYPES OF HUNTING AND WOULD BE ABLE TO FIT THIS GUN. THANKS SO MUCH!!

A: If you can’t see the choke sticking out of the gun, then you are going to have to look if you have a screw in choke at the muzzle. MAKE SURE THE GUN IS UNLOADED. Peak down the muzzle. If you see a castle like nut tube inside the barrel then you have a screw in choke otherwise you have a fixed choke. The choke type might be indicated on the barrel. For turkey you need a full or extra full or “turkey choke” for those birds.

Q: what is the best shotgun for turkey and deer hunting?
I have been advised to use a remington 1187. I would just use the modified stock choke for turkey and buy a slug barrel for deer. Is that the best choice? I dont want anything crazy, just a good, reliable and versitile gun.

A: To me, you’re really asking four questions: 1) Remington vs. other brands/makers, 2) semi-auto vs. pump, 3) gas vs. inertia in semi-autos, 4) purpose-built vs. generalist.

1) Remington is a fine brand. If you’re looking a Wal-Mart or the gun store in a smaller community that only has parts for one shotgun, Remington will be it. You can always find a Remington shotgun in your price range and everyone will be familiar with the model nomenclature. Mossberg competes with it in the value (good quality, good price) category, but Remington’s can go up alot in price point too.

2) The 1187 is a semi-auto that has an action that’s been around for quite a while in gun terms. It cycles lighter rounds reliably (Guns, 9/2005), something that can be somewhat of a problem for semi-autos. By definition this action will be more difficult to keep clean, need more care and be more complex to completely disassemble than a pump. (I point this out since you seem to be rather new to shotguns–which is great.) I like pumps most for defensive shooting. There’s not only less to fail, nothing replaces the racking of a pump shotgun as a “Leave now!” invitation. The gas system in the Remington (please don’t call it a “Remmy”–ever) reduces recoil well. I think that can be an important part of your decision. That said, my thin daughters have handled my pump 12 gauges without any flinching since their teens.

3) You can have your semi-auto and still have a lower maintenance gun. There are non-gas, inertial systems such as the one make famous in the Benellis (http://www.chuckhawks.com/benelli_inertia_action.htm). I’m not knocking Remington when I say that I like the Benelli system as well. I have a Browning Gold that is like the Remington gas system and it’s my favorite all-around shotgun. I also have a Super Black Eagle (SBE II). It doesn’t seem to me that it absorbs as much as the direct gas system guns, but it’s easier to clear (gas tube!) and seems willing to run forever without signs of sticking due to fouling. And it costs more… much more. Then there’s the Beretta gas system… It’s supposed to be self-cleaning. You know there’s no free lunch, though. (If you only read one link I’ve given, read this on gas systems: http://www.chuckhawks.com/shotgun_gas_actions.htm. I love Chuck Hawks’ site.) If you hear about the dove hunts in Argentina then you will hear about Berettas and Benellis. I have a Benelli Nova (pump) in camo that goes for around $400 on sales at big gun stores when hunting season starts. I think its a good comparison model for a pump vs. the 1187.

4) There are several sub-models of the 1187. You can get it in a longer barrel for waterfowl. It comes in a mid-length sportsman’s model (good all-around choice) and one styled to be a tactical shotgun. You won’t need the longer smooth barrel for turkey–just a tight choke. (You can buy the gun this way or get an aftermarket turkey choke tube to install.) You can buy the turkey specialist (http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model-11-87/model-11-87-sportsman-super-mag-shurshot-turkey.aspx) and still swap out to a slug barrel (one here with links to others: http://www.cabelas.com/p-0005760212138a.shtml). The thumbhole stock on this sub-model is a personal preference (IMHO). You can get a barrel that is cantilever (scope mounting rail attached to the barrel itself; http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/99537-1.html).

What you most need to consider: fit. It’s amazing how one shotgun may “shoulder” (come up to a natural pointing position and seat well) for you than another. You need to go to a gun store and shoulder a few shotguns one right after the other to see what I mean. Here is where you get into gun geometry and hear terms like “comb” and “pitch” (http://www.gunnersden.com/index.htm.shotgun-stock-fitting.html). When I’ve helped a friend purchase a shotgun, this has almost always (OK, always) settled which one they purchased. If you have to adjust your face to the stock, you may miss a shot. This wastes shells and may lose the game you hunt. Advice is a good place to start, but don’t stop there. Handle some shotguns, listen to advice from someone who can talk to you about how a shotgun fits you. There are many good shotguns (I own six), but not one of them is a gun that won’t fit you.

Q: I am looking to mount a scope on my Mossberg 500 20ga. shotgun for deer/turkey hunting. Any suggestions?
I am looking for something reliable and ecconomical.

A: Walmart and www.natchezss,com economical an reliable.check the online.

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Q: What would be the best pump shotgun for deer hunting (using slugs) and home defense (using shot)?
I am looking for an affordable 12 gage pump shotgun for multiple uses; home defense and hunting deer and turkey. I want to use slugs for deer hunting but I know that slugs would not be a reasonable home defense ammunition. What should I look to purchase?

A: Take a look here…… Mossberg offers a 500 model 12 gauge pump that come with 2 barrels….. The long one is for hunting — When you get home put the short one on for home defense……

http://www.mossberg.com/images/Mossberg_Guns/930/NEW/54169.jpg

Mossberg makes excellent shotguns….. Don’t let the inexpensive price fool you. These are really nice shotguns……

Ammunition for home defense?…. Buckshot of course…. 8 or 9 pellet 2 3/4 inch is perfect…. Here is whats in my Mossberg shotgun……

http://www.wolfammo.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=18&Itemid=35

Q: Need a good shotgun for hunting deer?
Hey im new to gun hunting only have hunted with a bow but i recently decided to get into gun hunting. Ohio does not allow rifles so i was wondering what would be a good shotgun for deer hunting. Looking to stay in the 300-600 price range

A: A remington 870 or 887. If you get the combo you get a deer barrel and a bird barrel with removable chokes. The 870 or 887 would be my choice and you can put a scope on it too. Use some Remington bonded tip sabots for ammo.

http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model-870/model-870-express-slug.aspx

Q: shotgun deer hunting sights?
i have a smooth bore shotgun i use for rabbit/upland bird hunting. the sight on the gun is a tru glo bead. i’ve been hunting deer w/a scoped rifle + now i’d like to use my shotgun w/rifled slugs but keep the sight that i have. what max distance do you recommend for the shot/ any tips?

A: Practice…..

And forget practicing by shooting at paper targets…

Shoot at steel plates / gongs…. The problem with paper at long distance is you cant see if your hitting the paper… hence – you have ne “feel” for the shotgun….

When you hit steel plates you see them swing on there chains and hear a loud plink thru your earplugs…. This is a reactive target which immediately lets you know your getting it right… paper cant do that…

Have a machine shop cut some 10, 12 and 15 inch target plates… Set them up at 50, 75 and 100 yards…

next — Buy yourself some of those 15 packs of Remington Sluggers that Walmart carrys and get practicing….

I have no problems putting all shots on a 12 inch plates to 100 yards…. This is plenty accurate for deer…

Q: which is better for hunting deer a shotgun or a rifle?
i wanted to hunt deer and someone told me to use a rifle and another person told me to use a shotgun so which one is better.
if this helps any to answer my question: i am 13 and i live in indiana

A: Definitely a rifle!

Shotguns loaded with slugs have brutal recoil. As a 13 year old you will not enjoy it. With buckshot the recoil is more manageable depending on size and more importantly shooting technique. But buckshot shoots a random pattern at the target and is useful only at a maximum of handgun range or about 25 yds. Farther than that you can not guarantee lethal hits and you run the risk of wounding the deer, for it to suffer and die needlessly. Chances are it will run for some time and you will not find it.

With a rifle, powerful enough to kill, but with recoil that you can handle, and enough practice to guarantee hits at whatever your personal maximum range is. (Maximum distance you can maintain a 5″ group from a certain shooting position i.e. standing, sitting kneeling) You will kill quickly and humanely which is every hunter’s responsibility.

Good calibers are at the low end .243 with 100gn bullets, 7mm08, .308, and so on. Try some of these guns out and get used to shooting them before you buy. Remember a lighter gun kicks more than a heavier one.

Practice, practice practice! Shooting at the range is a lot different than aiming in on your first deer. You must only take a shot you know you can end the animal’s life quickly with a minimum of safety. It is better to pass it up then to screw it up.

Q: why do they never shotgun deer hunt on tv?
i notice when i watch my hunting shows that they deer hunt with just about every weapon – except for the shotgun. why is this?

A: Good question, I see the same thing. I think mainly because rifles can be much more accurate. Also depending on which state you can only hunt with a certian caliber gun

Q: Shotgun deer hunting scope!?!?!?!?!?!?
Hello, I just got a new Mossberg 500 12 gauge shotgun combo. It came with a fully rifled slug barrel and the all purpose barrel. For deer hunting with this gun, what scope would you recommend? I am looking for a nice high quality scope under $150. Also what ammo or other accessories should I get? Is a scope recommended for turkey hunting? Thanks, Please help!
I want a scope for deer hunting. How is a 2-7X32 Nikon, is that too much zoom power?

A: Don’t buy some cheap scope because the recoil from slugs can turn it into a paper weight.
For about 50 bucks more you can buy one of these;
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp?id=0038614712551a&type=product&cmCat=SEARCHFEAT_all&returnPage=search-results1.jsp&Ntt=shotgun+scope&Ntk=Products&sort=all&_D%3AhasJS=+&N=0&_D%3Asort=+&Nty=1&hasJS=true&_DARGS=%2Fcabelas%2Fen%2Fcommon%2Fsearch%2Fsearch-box.jsp.form1&_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1
I am sure you want a scope that will last the life of the gun that’s why I suggested the Leupold.
You could get some of the other cheap scopes like a Tasco, Bushnell or one of these;

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp?id=0044767712738a&type=product&cmCat=SEARCH_all&returnPage=search-results1.jsp&Ntt=shotgun+scope&Ntk=Products&sort=all&_D%3AhasJS=+&N=0&_D%3Asort=+&Nty=1&hasJS=true&_DARGS=%2Fcabelas%2Fen%2Fcommon%2Fsearch%2Fsearch-box.jsp.form1&_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp?id=0064065713115a&type=product&cmCat=SEARCH_all&returnPage=search-results1.jsp&Ntt=shotgun+scope&Ntk=Products&sort=all&_D%3AhasJS=+&N=0&_D%3Asort=+&Nty=1&hasJS=true&_DARGS=%2Fcabelas%2Fen%2Fcommon%2Fsearch%2Fsearch-box.jsp.form1&_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1

But just read all the reviews for them and you will see some had to buy another scope. A friend of mine is a penny pincher and I told him to by a quality scope. He went through 3 cheap scopes and finally bought a quality one. I pointed out for the cost of 3 cheap ones he could have bought the nice one. I made the same mistake years ago though, bought a cheap shotgun scope and it worked great. Went on a hunting trip in some fairly cold temps and when I shot the cross hairs started to move with each shot.

Don’t get a high magnafaction scope for it. With the short range of slugs you don’t need anything more than a fixed 4 power although a 2x to 6x would be fine. Its better to have a wide field of view with a slug gun than high magnafacation.

With a fully rifled barrel you can shoot sabot slugs with very good accuracy out to 150 yards.
Here is a good read explaining slugs;
http://www.chuckhawks.com/shotgun_slugs.htm
I use these;
http://www.smokewagongear.com/p-1243-12-gauge-bonded-sabot-slugs-remington-premier-accutip-12-ga-3-slug-pra12m.aspx
Or I handload my own.

I know some use a scope for turkey hunting but you don’t need one. Just pattern your shotgun on paper at different distances. And when you understand your pattern you just aim for its head and you should be fine. You want 80% of your shot in a 30 inch or less circle, if you can get 80% in a 24 inch circle even better! Buy an extra full turkey choke tube and use #4 or 5 lead shot, some use larger shot like #2.

Hope this helps you.
Merry Christmas!!!!

Q: I was wondering if anyone knew some low cost shotgun combos for hunting deer an upland game?
I live in maryland and I bowhunt and I have a muzzle loader but I am interested in a Shotgun. I don’t need anything really expensive since i will only be using it in the field a few weeks out of the year as well as at the range.

A: There are 2 fine choices available…..

The Remington 870 combo……..

http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/shotguns/model-870/model-870-express-combos.aspx

http://www.remington.com/product-families/firearms/shotgun-families/pump-action-model-870.aspx

and The Mossberg 500…….

http://www.mossberg.com/images/Mossberg_Guns/930/NEW/54243.jpg

http://www.mossberg.com/products/default.asp?id=3&section=products

Both are available for under $450….. Both are reliable, easy to use, easy to maintain, have been produced in the millions and are hugely popular with legions of fans…..

I happen to like the look and feel of the Mossbergs but you may find the Remington a better fit….

Stop by your dealer and look both over……

Q: What is the best 12 gauge semi automatic shotgun for deer hunting?
anywhere up to $600

A: remington 1100 or 1187

Q: whichy shotgun should i purchase for deer hunting?
i am getting a shotgun for deer hunting mostly and have a few question on the Mossberg 500-12 gauge shotgun
1- Does the 500 not have a removable choke like the 590?
*I just heard that the 590 does NOT have a removable choke witch is nice if it does have a removable choke for different types of hunting.. does the 500 have the same qualitity*
2- Should i get the Pistol grip or the full end one like a rifle(for your shoulder*
*I just am not sure if i should get the pistol grip one, or the one with the full end..like a rifle to rest in ur shoulder,here is some pics of each kind
Pics: 1. Shoulder Grip Shotgun- http://www.eastcoastfirearms.com/images/content/mossbergcruiserL.jpg 2. Rifle End Grip Shotgun- http://www.self-defender.net/images2/shotguns/mossberg500.jpg
I am using this shotgun for hunting deer,some birds(turkey), squrrel and rabbit
Is the 500 the better choice or should i get a better gun
Limit-275 – 300$
List Gun Here:

Should I go used(pawn)or new gun

A: The Mossberg 500 is a good gun…I actually looked at that and was ready to buy it until I inherited another gun from my father (saved me a few hundred bucks).

I’m not sure about the choke, but I think you can swap em out on the 500.

Also, for hunting, definitely go with the full stock…NOT the pistol grip. The pistol grip is only good for combat/home defense. You will have much better aim with the full stock.

I have heard very few complaints about the 500, and I think it is a beautiful and reliable gun, especially for the money.

Another gun to consider would be the Remington 870. It will be a bit more expensive, but it is probably the most reliable pump gun in the world. It has definitely been proven over time…it is a great gun.

Good luck!

Q: I am new to hunting and guns for the most part, I want to hunt deer with a shotgun. What should I look for?
I have to use a shotgun do to Illinois rules, I am looking to spend around 400 at the most. Everyone I have talked to has pointed to the Remington 870 express… Any opinions? Thanks

A: Ethaca Deer Slayer…it’s light weight, made well and a true killer in my hands. To each their own.

You need a rifled barrel. If you are not in the best of shape and plan to walk a lot then light weight. The stock should fit you well in heavy clothing. A gloved finger should be able to fit into the trigger guard with room to spare. Stay with a pump shot gun for reliability.

Gauge isn’t as important as some might swear-by. I know a guy with a 410 that has no problem bagging white tales. I like my 20 gauge because it is light and no recoil.

Don’t get an extended magazine as it only adds weight. The extra ammo under the barrel just weighs you down even more. Besides you only get one good shot. I never carry extra ammo as it only weighs me down.

You might also want to look at synthitic stocks. They are really light weight, almost indestructible, and water proof

Good luck with your hunting. Shoot one for every driver out there!.

Q: what is the best deer hunting shotgun that is under 700 dollars?

A: Remington 870 express smooth-bore, or the mossberg 500 both under 300 dollars and do a great job don’t be sold on a slug barrel it’s not needed, i get a deer with the 870 and it’s quite impressive with some of the shots i have got, some over 100 yds.

Q: What is the best shotgun for deer hunting?
I am looking for a really good shotgun for hunting deer (shooting slugs). I know I want a brand new one and a new model as well. I will spend up to about $1000 but prefer to spend about $700-800. I also want something that I can also use for turkey hunting (something that comes with different barrels or chokes). I was looking online (winchester, mossberg & Remiington) but there are so many different models on the websites I dont know which is the right one? Any help would be appreciated. Please include specific model #’s or links so I can find it.
for everyone that says mossberg 500 how about this one – do you think it is better than the 500??

http://www.mossberg.com/products/default.asp?id=11

A: I would get a Rem 870 with a rifled barrel and a separate smooth bore barrel that has removable choke tubes. You can get a turkey choke tube for it and be all set.

Q: What are some tips to ground deer hunting with a shotgun?
I’m hunting in unfamiliar woods, and I’m just looking for helpful hints.

-How to decide where a good place to sit is?
-How to read my surroundings?
-Are the trails leading into the woods or leaving the woods?
-etc. Etc. Etc.

A: find the trail that looks like it’s is traveled the most look for fresh tracks dropping scraped rubs and find you a downed tree about 20-40 yards from it with the wind in your favor and crawl in it and wait hopefully it will pay off just look for the signs that deer are present in the area bucks will follow the does they will most likely take the same trails frequently unless disturbed they might get skittish for a bit

good luck

Q: what is good shotgun for deer hunting?
what is a good shotgun that is kinda cheap? tell the price too thanks

A: The amazing Remington 870 pump action shotgun chambered in 12 gauge is versatile for all hunting purposes and can be used for defending your home too.

Q: shotgun hunting deer?
i have a Remington 870 12 gauge full choke, and im going to hunt deer with it very soon, but i have a bead sight and i want to use a slug but i dont want to buy a slug barrel, should i use buck-shot or should try to hunt with a slug using the bead sight?
o yea i found some slugs that were ment for full choke so dont worry about i getting damaged

A: The slug is definitely your best bet. My first three deer came with a 12ga slug gun in Minnesota, and I had bead sights on it. The great thing about shotgun hunting is that if you’re in heavy brush you probably won’t get a shot past 60 yards anyhow, and slugs are less likely to be diverted from their path by twigs and whatnot. I wouldn’t take a shot past 60 yards though. Get a box of shells and some paper targets and figure out how your gun shoots. But that’s a 50 cal slug that hits with over a ton of force, so usually you just put the bead on the animal and pull the trigger. If you hit it it’ll go down, at least long enough to fire again.

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Q: What are the most commonly used hunting rifles?
Are semi automatics more favored over non semis?
Any statistics on this?
please site your source
thank you

A: The Winchester model 70, and Remington model 700 are probably the most common rifles in use today. Bolt actions of any brand make up the majority of deer rifles commonly in use. Lever actions like the Winchester model 94 are probably the second most popular. Semi-autos and single shots would be the least common, probably similar numbers of each in use. As far as caliber goes- 30-06 would be most common, followed by .270, then 30-30.

Q: website that sells used guns mainly hunting rifles?
Anyone know a website that deals in used guns(hunting rifles)? CL and ebay dont do that so any help would be great thanks

A: In addition to GunBroker.Com, check out AuctionArms.Com, and GunsAmerica.com

There are others, but these are the Big 3.

Doc

Q: What websites sell used rifles in California?
I wanna try and find me a cheap used hunting rifle for my first trip, and their isn’t many stores in the Bay Area that sell used cheap rifles. Any websites?

A: Gunbroker.com
Forthehunt.com
Auctionarms.com

Hope that helps.

Q: Are there hunting rifles used today that only fire one bullet and must then be reloaded with another bullet?

A: You bet. There are many breakovers and other single shot jobs available in just about any caliber. Ruger, Browning, Winchester, New England Arms (H&R), Thompson, and Sharps all make single shot models. Plus there are a gagillion custom single shot designers. There is even the American Single Shot Rifle Association.

http://www.assra.com/

Q: What are some good military rifles that can be used for hunting?
What are some military rifles old or new, any country, bolt action or semi auto that are accurate and could be used for hunting.

A: 1903A3 springfield rifle, M1 Garand rifle, German mauser, british lee enfield,russian model 98/31 or m44, SKS, just to name a few right off the top of my head.
shoot safe

Q: Are there any legal issues involved if I sell my used hunting rifle directly to another private citizen?
Any paperwork? Must I use a gun dealer? Or is it just like selling someone a used freezer, for example?

A: Assuming your in the USA……

It is completely legal for you to sell your rifle to somebody…..

Of course do what I do — Write down from there drivers license, name, DOB and address…. That way if johnny law dropped by because the gun was used illegaly you can point them to where you sold it…..

Also if you dont like the person (maybe they look or are acting sketchy) you do not have to nor are you obligated to sell it to him…….

Otherwise it is quite legal……..

Q: High Power Rifles used for Hunting in Ohio???
i am doing a school projeict. i haft to write a bill and i just wanna get some opinions and peoples input on this.in ohio we are not allowed to use high powered rifles. i think that it will be a good idea if we were allowed to. i am looking for information that will help me write my bill. What is the hunting law in your state??? What is your opinion on this issue?? and anything anyone wants to say that will help me thanks………..

A: The main reason Ohio has those rules is because in the central and up north it’s too flat and the bullet can go too far. It’s just about safety. Down south though they should be allowed to use rifles i think. Here in Pa we can everything but a 22 for deer for obvious reasons.

Q: I have used hunting rifle and would like to sell it?
But there is a little problem with it, I ingraved some personal information into it a number of years ago and don’t know how to undo what I inscribed into the metal, anyone got any suggestions??

A: Take it to a gun shop with a gun smith. He can neatly eradicate the personal info, then refinish the area so it matches metal finish and protection. Heck, he will likely sell it for you too, at a nominal consignment charge.

Q: Is this what hunting rifles are used for in the American gun culture?
LITTLETON, Colo. – The gunman was walking through a middle school parking lot and taking shots at students with a hunting rifle as terrified teenagers ran for their lives. He had just wounded two students and seemed ready to unleash more violence when a math teacher named David Benke sprung into action.

Benke confronted the 32-year-old gunman, tackled him and pinned him to the ground with the help of another teacher, stopping what could have been a much more violent encounter in a city all too familiar with tragic school shootings. The shooting occurred less than three miles from where the Columbine High School massacre happened nearly 11 years ago.

“Unfortunately he got another round off before I could grab him,” Benke said. “He figured out that he wasn’t going to be able to get another round chambered before I got to him so he dropped the gun and then we were kind of struggling around trying to get him subdued.”

A: The majority of Americans own guns, a large part of the guns are rifles.
Do you see millions of people out shooting in schools?
No you do not. Try using logic, then you would not have to ask questions.

Q: What states outlaw using rifles for deer hunting? ?
I know that Connecticut only allows people to hunt with shot gun slugs or archery. Does anybody know any other states where they don’t allow rifle hunting?
They allow rifle hunting in the western United States (I don’t know about Hawaii).

A: Sometimes it isn’t a state regulation….. In some states its legal to use rifle but there may be counties in that state that wont allow it….. Here where I am there are about 6 counties that don’t allow rifle…. They are shotgun only…. But the rest of the state rifle is ok….

Q: What is the easiest and smallest rifle used for deer hunting?
I am new to whitetail hunting and would like to know the easiest
semi auto rifle for hunting or maybe a good all around semi auto and
bullet choices

A: “Semi-auto” and “easy” don’t often go in the same sentence….

Easiest rifles are single shot, then bolt action (w/magazine) then pump action and self-loading semi auto being the most complex (i.e. not at all easy).

Semi auto hunting rifles have sort of fallen out of popularity with hunters due to the expense, the difficult cleaning and maintenence and the fact that they just aren’t as accurate.

Minimum caliber is .243, then there’s a whole range of good choices.

.30-30, .270, .308 and .30-06 are by far the leading cartridges.

Q: What is a good beginner’s book/source of info for different guns/ammo used for hunting?
I’m getting into hunting, but I feel like I need to get more comfortable with all the rifles/pistols and ammunition that you can use. Anybody know of a good beginner’s book/video/anything where I can learn about different rifles/pistols used for hunting, ammunition for them, and their uses?

A: Field and Stream put together a large book called “The Complete Hunter”. It covers these topics and gives the advice of trusted professionals. The I was in your same position 2 yr ago when I started to take an interest in hunting. I bought the book in the gun department at my local Wal Mart.

D58 has a good point to research these questions online, like in different gun blogs ( thehighroad.com, packing.org, etc.)

I am a big research guy and read all I could. I would give a warning about the blogs. These people can be very convincing, but not always correct. Much of it comes down to personal preference.

If you email me, or edit to include what you are interested in, I would try to help you more.

Q: Where can I buy a good used Deer hunting rifle or a new one that isn’t expensive?

A: How much are you willing to spend and what caliber rifle are you looking for. try to find a gun exchange. Gander Mountain has the best prices on new guns around my area

Q: What is the most common rifle used for hunting whitetail in georgia.?
This will be my first hunt and i want a gun that my twelve year old can shoot also.I have a 12 gauge but its a little beefy for him

A: Get a carbine. It will fit a 12 year old, and you can use it, too. Google Ruger Firearms. They have some good carbines. Any of the calibers that Ruger offers in centerfire for their ‘range rifles’ will take a whitetail down. I was shooting my Dad’s Ruger .44 when I was 12. The recoil is not that bad with the semi-auto action. I think your 12 year old should be able to shoot it fine.

Q: Do you like lever action rifles for hunting?
How many of you like lever action rifles and use them for hunting?
If so why?
Great answers! I lov em 2!

A: I use lever-guns for everything.

My favorite hunting rifles are my old Browning BLR in .358 Winchester, my old Marlin Golden Model 39-A in .22 LR and the Marlin Model 1895 in .45-70 Gov’t.

My Social Rifle is a Rossi M-92 Saddle Ring Carbine in .357 Magnum.

Lever-guns are more accurate than folks give it credit for being. They are fast on follow up shots. They are damned handy in confined places, and you can reload a traditional styled lever-gun without removing it from your shoulder.

FWIW, my Browning BLR is the most accurate rifle I’ve ever owned, and one of the most accurate I’ve ever shot. And my Marlin Golden Model 39-A is almost as accurate.

Hell the only bolt-gun I own is an ancient Stevens .410 single-shot. And I don’t plan to add any to the gun cabinet.

Doc

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Q: what is the best hunting rifle to shoot bucks?
what’s the best hunting rifle to shoot bucks i want something with really good accuracy and a fairly big shot. just out of curiosity.

A: “Best” is about a subjective word as you can get. Ask 20 hunters, and you’ll get 20 answers. Maybe 30 if they can’t make up their mind. Some of the most popular are .30-30, .243, .257 Roberts, .270, .30-06, .308, 7mm Magnum, 8mm Mauser, 7.62×54R, .300 Magnum, and .338. Any of these can kill just about any deer in the US. Some are better in short ranges, some are better in long ranges.
The bottom line is that the “best” gun to use is one that you can consistently place your shot to kill the deer cleanly. The ability to place your shot well is more important than the size bullet you use. So my best advice is to find a gun you can shoot well, and practice, practice, practice!
Happy hunting.

PS, my favorite is the trusty old .30-30. It’s killed more deer than just about any other caliber, and it’s the first one I reach for on my way out to the lease.

Q: What is the best hunting rifle for the African plains?
I need a rifle that is new and that can take down Large to medium animals and what kind of cartridge is best used in it.

A: The .375H&H is considered to be the minimum caliber for dangerous game in africa and it works extremely well on the larger plains game such as Kudu, Gemsbok, wildabeast etc as well. Having said that, there are many choices depending on what you are after, and how well you shoot. The .270 winchester has been used to take leopard and many plains animals, but so has just about every other caliber out there. I would prefer to take two rifles to africa, one, my .270 and two, the .375H&H but not if I were going after the big 5. I’d want a lot More cartridge on my side than that.
shoot safe

Q: What is the best 30-06 hunting rifle I can get with a Scope under $600?
I am looking for the best rifle and scope under $600. Let me know what you think and why? I would like to find one with a camo stock but havent seen one in this price range. Is a realtree camo stock needed if I will be primarily hunting deer in NC? I want to go with the 30-06 because I want to hunt bigger game also.

A: Go with the Marlin for under $400 but buy a quality SCOPE like Nikon 3-9×40 Prostaff BDC reticle (bullet drop compensating) for less than $200.
I do not recommend a rifle scope that comes as a combo.
Most experts advise that your scope should cost almost as much as your rifle. It will do the job and last for a long time.

Q: What is the best hunting rifle caliber to buy?
Wondering what people think would be the most versatile rifle caliber to buy. 300 win mag, .308, 30-06, 7mm? pros and cons? Brand rifle? Need to stay under $1000.00

A: Web,

I am along time Alaskan hunter, trapper, certified Alaskan Hunter Safety Instructor – and rifle instructor.

They do not make one rifle that does it all. If they did, my wife would have bought me one 30 years ago and sold the other two dozen in the safe.

“Best” rifle depends on what your skills are. Example, I shoot NRA Highpower Rifle – this is 200, 300 and 600 yard competition with open sights – no scope. With a scope – I can put 4 rounds inside the same hole at 200 yards and easily hit coffee cup sized targets at 600. I use a 338 Win Mag when hunting ……… but I did not learn to shoot or train on that 338…….. it would have been way too expensive and put me in the hospital from recoil.

Likewise – if you are not an expert or master level shooter – buying a 300WinMag, 7mm Mag or 30-06 is not going to make you a better shot. You are not going to spend long afternoons at the range shooting box after box of ammo and watch your scores get better by the hour. About the only thing you will accomplish is give yourself a terrible case of flinch, damage your shoulder, and empty your wallet.

What you need is two rifles. Something lite like a 223 or 243 for practice, and, a 300 Win Mag for serious work. Just the money you save in 300Win Mag ammo will easily pay for the second rifle after 2 or 3 years. No doubt you can get a discount buying two identical rifles and scopes. This gives you one light rifle for long range practice – and this lighter rifle will allow you to learn to shoot long distance better because it is effected by wind more – and let you cheaply apply what you learn to the bigger rifle.

As to caliber. Depends where you plan on going the next 20 years. If you never, ever, going to visit Alaska – you will find the 7mm Mag is flat shooting and has all the power you will ever need. If you do plan to some day visit Alaska – then go for the 300 Win Mag. If you are never going to hunt brown bear in the lower 48 – the 308 is the most pefect caliber – but, you will want the added energy of the 30-06 for a lower 48 brown bear. (Alaskan brown bears are much, much bigger than lower 48 due to diet so you need a bigger gun)

Bottom line. You have a choice. Three years from now you can be an awesome shot and own two rifles. Or, you can be a lousy shot like most of your hunting buddies, own one rifle, and have 400-500 rounds of empty highpower rifle brass. (The up side to a 243 vs the 223 is the 243 is an exceptional back up deer rifle. Up side to the 223 over the 243 – the 223 is less expensive to shoot and provides you with an exceptional varmint rifle and a good deer rifle)

Hope this helps. I have owned all of the above rifle mentioned. They all have a place in the scheme of hunting. Feel free to email me if you have more questions.

Kevin

Q: What is the best hunting rifle on the market?
im going to hunt turkeys in Nomber and i wanted to know what kind of rifle is good for that

A: Shotguns are more suited to the job, but I have shot dozens with my deer rifles. .270win, 300sav, 25-06…I used all three effectively, but I was deer hunting and the turkeys came out often after I was about to give it up for the morning. When I am specifically hunting turkey I shoot my Remington 870 with specialized turkey shot.

Q: Whats the best deer hunting rifle for me?
I am aware that deer season is a ways away but i want to get a good start on things. I am a beginner hunter, and I mean as in ‘I have never hunted in my life’ beginner, and I do not know which rifle would be best for me. I hear the .30-06 is a great choice, but there are a few other people who tell me otherwise, and I would just like the opinion of the world to help me out, thanks!

A: It’s like asking what shoe size you wear. It’s mostly personal preference and what “fits” you. Try a few and see what you like. Get a feel for what’s on the market and do some shopping around. The more guns you look at, the better your chances will be of making a good choice.

Q: what is the best hunting rifle for elk?
I have hunted with .243 before and I am looking for a bigger gun to knock down elk with. I live in oregon and i have hunted many places for elk i have hunted in these units:walla walla, santiam, and chesnimus. i shot one bull in the neck and killed it. the bullets did not go all the way through. and i need a left handed gun because i shoot that way.

A: Remington 700 XCR chambered in 30-06…. They have a left handed model in it’s chambering… This rifle is a little expensive but its the only Remington 700 that is left handed and has a cartridge big enough for the job…..

http://www.remington.com/products/firearms/centerfire_rifles/model_700/model_700_XCR_specs.asp

Another good choice would be the Savage model 116FLSS left handed model in 30-06…. This rifle can be had at the gun counter for less than $600…

http://www.savagearms.com/116flss.htm

Q: What is the best deer hunting rifle?
Im looking at getting my first rifle. I was looking at a savage or benelli but I am not sure. What is the best, affordable rifle? Im looking for something with accuracy, durability, and preferably a lower recoil.

A: I like the Savage rifles not only for their accuracy and low price but for the many options and calibers they come in. I like 308, 7-08, 270, and 208. It will be up to you which one you can shoot the best. They all probably can out-shoot you but some have more recoil than others so you need to shoot one of each caliber to see which allows you to hit easily with the lest amount of recoil.
Sarge

Q: What is the best hunting rifle for deer hunting and boar?
7 mm

9mm

30-06

.243

270

etc…..

A: I have lots of rifles for deer and hog hunting, and I can tell you with confidence that the best rifle is the one I started to take, changed my mind, and put down just before I picked up the one I’m hunting with.
There are plenty of adequate calibers. None is perfect, and when you are familiar with them, you can make a good choice with little difficulty. A more difficult choice is the rifle to put it in. One of the best for hogs, and for deer in close cover, is one that an old classmate of mine has: a double rifle (side-by-side) in 8×57 JRS. It isn’t the best choice for deer in open areas where shots might be long, but if you have an extra five or six thousand dollars to spend, that’s a great rig to consider. Likewise, if you’re really mad at the hogs or badly need to thin them out, a lever gun will give you the firepower to drop several at once. I’ve dropped five in a matter of a few seconds with a Winchester model 71 (348 Winchester caliber). Again, it’s not a long-range shooter.
Bolt actions are most popular, and whether you want a full-size rifle or a shorter “mountain rifle” or carbine is going to be determined by where you hunt.
A few comments on your list: you should be careful about abbreviations. 7mm is a good bore, but what you’re thinking of and what I’m thinking of may be a lot different. There are lots of cartridges of that size. I wouldn’t normally consider 7mm Waters, for instance, but Ken Waters isn’t a fool, and I’m sure he’d disagree. I like 7mm08 and 7×57 Mauser very much for deer and hogs and don’t have much use for 280 Remington or any of the various 7mm Magnums, but I have buddies who swear by them, and I can see why the favorite “beanfield rifle” chambering in South Carolina is the 280 Ackley Improved. I don’t think you’re likely to find a rifle in any of the old 9mm chamberings, though a 9×57 would be a good short-to-medium-range chambering. Pistol calibers like 9mm Parabellum are grossly inadequate. 9.3×62 is a bit much, but is a popular European choice for boar (and 9.3×64 may loosen a few fillings but you won’t be accused of being undergunned!). 30-06 is also more than you need but there’s nothing wrong with that at all. 243 Winchester is a bit on the light side, and you’ll have to be picky with your shots, but if you’re up to the challenge it’ll certainly do, though it’s really better in its role as a varminter. 270 Winchester is a good choice, especially if you primarily hunt deer in open areas, and 270 WSM will do anything the older cartridge will, but its future is uncertain and might not be a good choice if you’re relying on factory cartridges, which may not always be available.

Q: What’s the Best hunting rifle to buy and why? ?
I’d like to use it for hunting deer/elk. I’m also 5 ft tall & female. If possible, I’d like a rifle with very little recoil. Thanks!

A: .30-06 is the best all around rifle you can buy.

You can get a wide range of shells that can be used for varmint hunting all the way up to Elk.

.30-06 was the original rifle used for Sniping so they are also very accurate right out of the box.

Recoil on the other hand is something you will have to get used to if you want a great all around gun. Try upgrading to a better recoil pad and possibly a muzzle break. Also a HB, Heavy Barrel, 30-06 will kick less as well as a heavier stock because of the overall weight of the gun.

Look at some Remington models, like the Model 7 or 700. They are well priced and out of the box Tac Drivers.

Q: What is the best LONG range hunting rifle?
please include,
-caliber
– what optics go best with it
– best hunting game

im going to get a hunting rifle but here is what i want
not an elephant killer aka a huge rifle
something i can go hiking with for days at a time
that has excenlent range and stopping power

A: Even with the details you provided, this is an impossible to question to answer, but we can still give you some things to look for. Since you don’t state a budget, we must assume you can afford the best!

Since you want to hike with it, you don’t want a heavy bull barrel, nor do you really need one for a hunting rifle, which only sees a couple of shots at a time, if even more than one. Many manufacturers offer suitable rifles in large calibers.

Look at .300 Winchester Short Magnum or .300 Winchester Magnum as a lower end for what you describe, but consider the .338 Winchester Magnum, .338 Ruger Compact Magnum, and maybe even the .338 Lapua Magnum if you REALLY want to reach out there and don’t mind the recoil.

For optics, Leupold would be the bottom end to mate with a rifle like this. But if you can afford it, go with Nightforce, which has the best glass designed for resolution at extremely long range. But a Leupold will still do everything you are likely to realistically need and are my favorite scopes for a very good reason. The VX-III and above models will do you even better.

Best game? Alaskan moose. Enjoy.

Q: What is the best hunting rifle and which size round would you use?

A: The best hunting rifle is the Thompson Center Encore because you can taylor the gun to the game you hunt. Thompson Center makes last I heard, 86 barrels of different calibers and sizes for this gun. However, there are hundreds of variations and odd calibers that are being made by custom shops. If there is something you want, call a custom shop and they will make it for you.

Q: What is the best hunting rifle for deer and elk for under 1000?

A: Remington model 700 30-06 hands down topped with a Nikon or Leupold scope.

Q: What would be the best hog hunting rifle/caliber?
I am a farmer in Central Louisiana and am having a hog problem down here. There tore my corn fields up this year and are now messing with my deer hunting season (that’s crossing the line)! What gun/caliber would be the best to take care of this bad problem?

A: Depending on the size of the hog, you can go with a .243, but I don’t feel comfortable using anything smaller than a .308. Also, aim for the ear canal.
Most center-fire rifles which are used to hunt deer with will suit you well.

Reason I say nothing smaller than a .308- I’ve seen it take 2+ shots from a .357 mag. to kill a hog. So shot placement is VERY important.

Q: Best hunting rifle for beginner?
Which hunting rifle is best for a beginner interested in a small game? Which caliber to go for and not expensive?

A: 22 in a rifle 20 gauge in a shotgun

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Q: how much do duck hunting guides make a year?

A: Yes, you can make enough to support your hunting habit. I often tell people that I work as a HR Manager so that I can live as a Maine Guide.

Q: Looking for Duck Hunting Guided hunt on Lake Superior. Any ideas who to contact for that?

A: poke around on the forums here…

http://www.refugeforums.com/refuge/index.php

Q: I am looking for a hunting guide in Maine?
Anyone know of one or one they have used, I am looking for a deer or duck hunting guide.

A: Contact the Maine DNR. All guides must be licensed and they will give you a list of those in the area you wish to hunt. Contact a few, ask for references, and do a little reasearch, and you’ll come up with good hunting experience.

Q: looking for duck hunting guide on lake guntersville Al.?

A: Not sure if you mean a booklet type guide or a personal guide, but here are a few websites to start with. You should be able to contact someone from these site for additional help.

http://www.alabamagameandfish.com/hunting/index2.html
www.alabamawaterfowl.org
www.thesportsmansjournal.com/duckhunting.html
www.outdooralabama.com

Q: Looking for Duck Huniting guide in Florida?
I’m looking for a recomendation on a duck hunting guide in South Florida. I’ll be visiting and want to do a morning hunt

A: Go to www.duck-hunting-florida-lake-okeechobee-guide-service.com and Email Rod at capon1943@aol.com

Q: What is duck hunting season in Pennsylvania?
Also, where can I get a guide that will tell me what game are allowed to be hunted in each season. I don’t know if anyone would know off the top of their head or not.

And one additional question… what is the fine for hunting small game out of season? Does it go per animal or what? Just curious. Really wanna get out duck hunting soon and if the fine is small enough, it maybe worth just paying it to go out for the day.

A: all we have left is
Feb 8-28 from roughly 6:30 am to 5:30 pm then again
March 1-7 from 7am – 6pm
then March 8-14 from 7am to 7pm

Go to gander mountain or where ever you got your license and ask for the “hunting and trapping digest.” It has the exact times and everything just to make sure you are within legal hunting hours and whatnot. Also, make sure you have your duck stamps! If you don’t, its a federal offense!

Q: Where is the cheapest place to go on a guided duck hunt in Arkansas?

A: well friend i know what your saying about the price. but if you pay for a cheap duck hunt that’s just what you will get!!! very bad guides that cant call, dont know where the ducks are feeding and so on and so on. just save yourself the bad experience and go to Stuttgart AR, the duck capital of the world and have a great time. if you cant afford it this year save for next year!!!!! you wont regret it

Q: Duck hunting in florida?
where can me and a friend (and adults) go duck hunting in the orlando area. also do i need a liscence under 16. Is it too hard to go out without a guide or can we do it without prior knowledge. Also any recipes and how to clean them. Also, where can i get hunting clothing in the area?

A: First, you’ve got a Bass Pro Shop in Orlando, and I’m sure they can outfit you for your hunting adventure and probably give you lots of info in answer to your other questions.

In addition, you can contact the local office of the Florida DNR for answers. They will be most happy to point you in the right direction.

Q: Where to look for field guide positions?
I have a friend that is really into hunting..duck hunting espcially. He is very experienced in what he does. How would you go about finding “field guide” positions in our local area? Any help would be appreciated

A: Look in the yellow pages for local hunting clubs.

Try contacting Ducks Unlimited.

Good luck.

Q: Can you help please?!?!?!?
Video game prices?
I just wanted to know how i can price these NES games on craigs list !!

BURN FIGHTER
PIN BOT
THE INCREDIBLE CRASH DUMMIES
ROAD BLASTERS
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES 2 THE ARCADE GAME
YO! NOID
DRAGON WARRIOR
DUCK HUNT
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

allso i have a nintendo gamecube with no wires what could i sell it for?

I have some gamecube games

FREESTYLE STREET SOCCER
ANIMAL CROSSING
DIE HARD VENDETTA

I have a nintendo deluxe set with rob the robot from 1985 its in ok condition and i think a couple things are missing

I have a Oblivion official game guide
i have a saints row guide too
and an NES game atlas from 1991

some atari games
pole position
asteroids
carnival by sega

any help would be much appreciated

A: just take it all to a pawn shop and they might be able to help you.
if its a nice pawn shop they wont rip you off.

Q: can i make a deck out of these cards?
can i make a ok deck out of these cards?

monsters
quillbolt hedgehog
the creator incarnate
familiar-possessed-hiita
telekinetic shocker
familiar-possessed-aussa
exxod,master of the guard
kaiser sea horse
super conductor tyranno
guardian sphinx
psychic snail
harpie lady 1,2,3
dark erdicator warlock
red eyes b. dragon
the creator
elemental hero neos alius
gemini elf
skilled dark magician
harpie lady sisters
colossal fighter
dark magician
chaos command magician
black tyranno
familiar-possessed-wynn
herald of orange light
gilford the lightning
magician of black chaos
birdface
red eyes black metal dragon
felgrand dragon
elemental hero neos
magna-slash dragon
disciple of the forbidden spell
D.D.M different dimemsion master
white magician pikeru
mythical beast cerberus
king’s knight
cyber barrier dragon
majestic mech-senku
proto cyber dragon
jenis, lightsworn mender
neo-spacian glow moss
magician of fate
mind protector
royal magical libary
battery man c
infernal flame emperor
evil hero infernal sniper
blast magician
magna drago
darkblaze dragon
blazing hiita
ancient gear golem
ancient gear gadjiltron dragon
doom dozer
gilford the legend
elemental hero bladedge
evil hero malicious edge
gaia knight, the force of earth
ancient gear gadjiltron chimera
insect queen
ancient gear beast
steamroid
jerry beans man
crystal beats amber mammoth
nanobreaker
evil hero infernal gainer
elemental hero wild heart
karbonala warrior
cybernetic cyclopean
ancient gear soldier
crystal beast amethyst cat
sand moth
cyber tutu
fusionist
neo-spacian grand mole
cycroid
armor breaker
jutte fighter
beast of the pharaoh
card ejector
armed ninja
tyranno infinity
evil hero dark gaia
simorgh, bird of divinity
roc from the valley of haze
swift birdman joe
slate warrior
sonic duck
silpheed
gladiator beast equeste
flying kamakiri #1
crystal beast cobalt eagle
sonic shooter
dragoness the wicked knight
harpie’s pet baby dragon
lady ninja yae
neo-spacian air hummingbird
bladefly
whirlwind weasel
harpie girl
vampire genesis
grinder golem
zera the mant
caius the shadow monarch
chaos sorcerer
junk warrior
vampire lord
zure, knight of dark world
maiden of macabre
rapid fire magician
breaker the magicial warrior
darkfire
D.D guide
junk synchron
ebon magician curran
tsukuyomi
cyberdark dragon
flame ghost
destiny- hero captain tencious
red eyes b. chick
dharc the dark charmer
apprentice magician
evil hero infernal prodigy
evil hero blade master
destiny hero defender
chimeratech overdragon
ocean dragon lord- neo-daedalus
levia-dragon-daedalus
des frog
familiar-possessed-eria
aqua madoor
izanami
grass phantom
crystal-beast emerald tortoise

magic cards
harpies hunting ground
spell absorption
mage power
lighting vortex
junk barrage
triangle ecstast spark
black magic ritual
elegant egotist
swords of revealing light
magical dimension
heavy storm
mystic box
lightwave tuning
nobleman of crossout
ancient city- rainbow ruins
crystal promise
crystal blessing
psi-station
crystal beacon
recycling batteries
twister
magical blast
revoke fusion
convert contact
power bond
dark fusion
de-fusion
limiter removal
cyclone blade
H-heated heart
reverse of neos
magnet circle lv2
photon generator unit
boss rush
overload fusion
ojamuscle
future fusion
shien’s spy
card destruction
nightmare’s steelcage
swing of memories
misfortune
premature burial
dark magic attack
zera ritul
creature swap
diffusion wave motion
domino effect
mystical space typhoon
junk barrage
reload
orb of yasaka
different dimension capsule

traps
icarus attack
hysteric party
metalmorph
magic cyclinder
sakuretsu armor
psychic rejuvenation
rising energy
divine wrath
pitch-black power stone
spell shield type-8
dark coffin
judgment of thunder
call of the haunted
ninjitsu art of tranformation
crystal pair
aqua chorus
crystal raigeki
last resort
hero counterattack
destiny signal
destruction of destiny
over limit
hero’s rule 2
success probablity o%
D-shield
hero medal
super junior confrontation
mirrior gate
the forces of darkness
conscription
spiritual fire art – kurneai
D-time
spiritual earth art-kurogane
attack reflection unit
magic jammer
eradicator epidemic virus
a rival appears!
lightsworn barrier
dust tornado
trap jammer
remote revenge
telepathic power
reckless greed

thats all the cards i have plz help me with a stragy if u can i play with my little cousin and were going to a tournament together

A: Have a theme and strategy to follow to help you build a deck. Having monsters, spells and traps that cooperate with each other like your Harpie Lady 1 2 3 and Elegant Egotist is a good example. You have some good cards, good luck in building your deck. Creativity is a good tool to use.

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Q: Need some deer hunting tips can you help?
Need some tips on hunting whitetails in Ky.

A: When deer hunting always check which way the wind is blowing. The reason is so that the deer will not smell your scent on the air currents. If they do smell your scent they will turn around and leave or bed down. They might bed down and watch you for as long as you stay at your stand. Always place your stand down wind of the place where you expect to see deer.

If you hunt from a tree stand carry an empty plastic bottle with a good sealing type lid. When nature calls, just use the plastic bottle. It will save you a trip down the tree. You shouldn’t leave your scent around your stand area because the deer will smell it and they won’t come anywhere near your stand.

Other tips can be found accessing the links in the source section.

Hope this helps.

Q: Can anyone help me with some deer hunting tips in southeastern pennsylvania?
i’ve been going out to my treestand about 6 or 7 times. i go in the mornings and in the evenings i put food out and everything but i havnt even seen a deer. i just moved my stand so im hoping to see a buck with these last few days of archery season.

A: Baiting for Deer is illegal, and a violation of the Game Laws.* What is your address I am sure the area Wildlife Conservation Officer for your District would like to talk to you.* It is illegal in Pennsylvania.*

Q: Any body no hunting tips on deer.im looking for more serious tips?
any body got exellent tips on deer hunting.i no all the basics and dont tell me about moon phases cus i got my info on that.

A: Yeah — practice practice practice with your firearm…. Remember this. When an opportunity to shoot a deer arises will he be thru some brush? Up a hill? down a hill? across a ravine. Will you have to fire standing up? kneeling? leaning against a tree? over a big rock? Practice not just at a range under ideal conditions. Practice out in the field…….

Q: I need Deer Hunting tips about Peeing?
Deer Season for shotgun starts next weekend in indiana, and i am needing some tips on the best way to pee. Last year i went in a bottle but i think they can smell it. Does anyone have any other tips.

A: it’s best to take care of that be fore you leave camp,but if your setting all day.do the bottle trick.use a good cover scent.a real strong pine cover scent works well for me[be- a- tree pine].or fox urine coon etc..put your bottle in a zip lock bag..but hey my wife and her freind have pee’d under our condo[thats what we call our stand]read books texing going on ,laughing etc.. and have taken more deer than i have this season…so hey…

Q: can some one give me deer hunting tips?
i am going to hunt in bath county ky, a place called salt lick next saturday. any tips for that area and time of year would be helpful.

A: Like previously stated the ruts not in yet and the bucks may still be together. They should be feeling the rut and fighting a bit. You might want to keep an eye on the main trails, food and water sources, corners of fields. Rattling one in could work well so I’d try it, but gently not a full blown street brawl. They should be trying to sort out dominance pretty soon.

Good Luck

Q: Does anyone have any good general deer hunting tips?

A: Use a good scent control. The key is not to attract deer but rather not to scare them away by your stink. Also don’t over use calls. Deer will get very wary if you are constantly bleating and grunting.

Q: deer hunting tips needed?
tell me all your tips to hunt deer and anything related to deer and hunting

A: Lots of tips here.
1. If your hunting from a tree stand, make sure you practice the one shot your going to take. Only shoot the deer if its where you practiced. If you don’t, you risk injuring the animal, which is a terrible thing to do.
2. Shot placement is also a very big factor. If your hunting with a rifle, aim straight through the shoulder. With a bow, aim right behind the shoulder.
3. Luring the deer.
Take chopped apples and put in a bag. Add syrup. Close bag and shake. dump where you practiced to shoot.
4. Make sure your hunting legally.
5. Make sure you know how to field dress a deer.
6. Place a tree stand by a deer trail. If there arent any good trees around for one, cut a trail to the best tree there is for one in 50 feet or so, and the deer will use this trail. Trust me, it works from experience.

Have fun.

Q: Deer Hunting Tips In Iron River Wisconsin?
Im going hunting in a tree stand in iron river wisconsin does any one have tips for me im a beginner this will be my first year there and i need some tips thanks

A: If at all possible go with an experienced hunter for a few days before you venture off alone.

Dress in layers.

Safety harness.

Good Luck.

Q: Deer hunting tips needed?
whats alll ur deer hunting tips on deer in australia
tell me all ur tips on
-chital deer
-fallow deer
-red deer
-hog deer
-rusa deer
-sambar deer
and all your other tips on
-pigz
-foxes
-waterfowl

10 points to best answer and longest answer

A: This is an enormous question, which I have already sought to answer in a big series of articles as you describe, except it’s for the USA. I am assuming that most of it will cross over. It’s all downloadable, with a right click, etc. My website needs you to type into your browser’s cleared upper address register, http://www.oldhunterrumors.com/ , and hit enter. Or just click on the blue stuff. Give the points to someone who has tips specifically for Aussies. Regards, Larry.

Q: Deer hunting tips? Rainy weather and deer hunting? Tips?
I’ve just started to hunt, but unfortunately my grandfather (who was an avid hunter) died a decade ago. I was a little boy when I had the chance to go with him, but my parent were going through a divorce so something like that didn’t appeal to me I guess. Now I am 23 years old and trying to learn on my own because something about hunting really relaxes me and brings me joy.

Firstly, what are some good calls? Do deer calls even work? Scents? Which are the best? What websites can I order these things from where I can find them at a relatively cheap price? Weather tips would be real nice as well (is it ok to hunt in drizzle to light rian?)! As well as any deer behavior tips someone could help me with. I hunt with a .308 savage.

Thanks!

A: good calls: all will work some of the time; nothing works all the time when deer hunting. Personally, I like calls from Primos. And yes, they do work…sometimes

Scents: Stick with namebrands. Code Blue, Tinks and scents from Wildlife Research Center are some I have had success with. But again, nothing works all the time.

Cabela’s is not always cheapest, or even close sometimes, but they turn alot of merchandise so you don’t need to worry about getting scents that are 2-3 years old. And it does make a difference. They also will have a large assortment of calls.

Light rain and overcast is one of my favorite times to hunt. But I like to be out whenever possible.

Trial and error really comes into play with any deer hunting. Good luck and welcome to the ‘club’

Q: Your best deer hunting tips for a novice rifle hunting alone?
My second year hunting and still looking for my first deer. No one in my family hunts and my friends who hunt prefer drinking or video games, and both make it impossible to wake them up in the morning!

So I’ve been out every day this week in the vast clearcuts that are only a 25min drive from my home. I scouted in advance of the season and found many many tracks and well worn trails. It seems they are everywhere I could possibly look!

I’ve sat in the same spots all day long and not seen a single deer. I’ve been as quiet and still as possible, washed my clothes in baking soda, sprayed my boots with the scent remover, I always hunt into the wind, although it has been gusting and changing directions a lot this week.

Anyways, I’m willing to put the time in this season. Should I just keep doing what I’m doing? I thought I was on the right track, but 6 full days of hunting close to all those tracks and not a glimpse of a deer, and I’m starting to doubt myself. I have tags for a doe or a buck.

Any tips from those with experience would be greatly appreciated.

BTW I’m in Northwestern Ontario, and supposedly we have a deer problem!

A: You need to hunt smarter. Find rubs, where bucks rub the velvet off their antlers on trees. Mineral licks, where deer go for salt.

Find a natural path for them, where they are confined. A narrow stand of woods, connecting two larger wooded areas. A ravine, or stream bed.

Eventually you will have success. Don’t give up.

Wait for the right shot. If you wound the first animal you see, you will regret it for the rest of your life. There is a good article in this months ‘Field and Stream’. Subscribe, and your hunting will improve.

Q: What are some tips to ground deer hunting with a shotgun?
I’m hunting in unfamiliar woods, and I’m just looking for helpful hints.

-How to decide where a good place to sit is?
-How to read my surroundings?
-Are the trails leading into the woods or leaving the woods?
-etc. Etc. Etc.

A: find the trail that looks like it’s is traveled the most look for fresh tracks dropping scraped rubs and find you a downed tree about 20-40 yards from it with the wind in your favor and crawl in it and wait hopefully it will pay off just look for the signs that deer are present in the area bucks will follow the does they will most likely take the same trails frequently unless disturbed they might get skittish for a bit

good luck

Q: Deer hunting tips?
I have decided to go deer hunting for the first time in a few years since I have moved. The problem is, I don’t know the area I am hunting real well or where the deer will likely be like I did in the past. I thought about doing a push with a companion or going on my own in the middle of the day to look around and pick a spot until evening. Where are some good spots to wait or look?

A: Dont push the area until you have given it a chance . I would slowly still hunt the area, start at 9 am or so first, with the wind in your face. Look for runways, edges, creek crossings. Look for thick nasty cover. Stay out of the cover area. Scrapes and rubs wont tell you much now..The rut has slowed ( scrapes are not being used). Look for runways heading or coming out of the thick area, ( sit down wind from these travel routes) if there isnt a thick area, the deer probably arent bedding in there. Maybe the woodlot is a transitional area between food sources..Most importantly give it a chance before you push it. Good Luck, let me know how you do.
PS I would use a estrus doe bleat, some bucks are still desperate searching out does that have not been bred yet. But be still, bucks responding to that call, are on full alert.

Q: white-tail deer hunting tips?
i been hunting for about 6 years but i am always looking for some new tips. you got any secrets you like, and want to share let me know

A: I have a few. Scent elimination is very important as said above. You’ve got to remember your entire wardrobe when doing this. Remember your socks, gloves, hats, masks, thermals, boots etc. I store my clothing in a rubbermaid bin away from kitchen and garage smells. I also add oak and cedar twigs, (use the twigs and leaves of the most abundant trees in your area) and leaves to the bin. Wash your clothes in at least scent free, non UV reflecting detergent. I start my clothes in the dryer and hang them outside to finish drying. I keep my boots outside until about 30 minutes before I put them on. Then for each layer of clothes, I use scent eliminator.
Way before season starts, I start scouting and watching the area that I plan to hunt. I use a camera to see what’s in there. Then way outside the area I sit and listen and try and pattern when the deer is there. I am not a horn hunter, in fact I prefer to harvest does. I watch to see if the bucks are with or running the does, the maturity level of the bucks to determine what stage of the rut they are in. Continue to watch all the way up to the hunt.
My favorite time to hunt is in the morning. I like to get to the place I have chosen to hunt very early. Sometimes up to 1 1/2 hours before sun up. The reason for this, to let any scent of me going to my stand or blind a chance to dissipate and also to listen for any activity.
I carry a cellphone with me, I keep it on vibrate, but just in case something goes wrong I have somewhat of a chance to call for help. I take water to drink but I don’t normally take anything to eat. But the Realtree gum helps with the stomach growls. I always try and get the best nights sleep I can whenever I go out so I’m not tired.
I keep a colapsable deer trolly in my truck in case I have to drag a deer out quite a distance. Save a lot on the back!
I always unload my firearm when entering or leaving my stand for safety. Then load it again once I get to the ground just in case.
I try and build several ground blinds from branches, etc. to accomodate shifting wind conditions and try to keep them free from leaves to eliminate noise from crunching when moving around. In a regular ground blind, I stuff the leaves around the bottom to help even more with odor elimination.
In tree stands, I put nylon fish netting around the bottom of it to keep my feet from making noise and keep my boots from freezing to the metal when it’s wet and cold and for extra traction. The netting doesn’t hold water like the felt ones they sell.
I thought of a couple of others. After the rut is over, rattling or using a mature buck grunt sometimes does more harm than good. Hormones are no longer raging and deep mature grunt calls tend to have deer scrabbling the other way, what I have found is more effective is trying a doe and fawn bleat. I have also had some success after the rut with “C’mere Deer” which in Missouri is not considered bait.
I do these things whether bow, muzzleloading or rifle hunting.
That’s a few I have, hope they help.

Q: deer hunting tips?
what r sum good websites that show hunting tips

A: www.deerhunting.com

Read and learn more about compound bows used. For more, visit the Hunting website Hunting FAQ – ICPDLeadersStatement.net

Q: Where can I buy good used compound bows in Washington DC. Hoping they are not tooo expensive. Any suggestions?
Trying to purchase a compund bow without trying to spend alot of money. I live in Washington DC, any suggestions?

A: look at the bass pro shop in hanover md. if they are too expensive look on ebay

Q: where can i sell two used compound bows in east tennessee. One PSE and one Pearson ZB2?
I have two compound bows, one PSE and one Pearson ZB2 compound bows. I would like to know where I could sell them for a fair price in a 50-60 mile radious of sweetwater or knoxville tenn.
looking for a place other than ebay to sell two used compound bows, one PSE and one Pearson ZB2 in east tennessee

A: If you don’t mind using the mail/UPS you can probable make more money on them, by selling them on line…The buyer pays shipping, so you should come out on top…It’s cheaper than advertising in the classifieds, and you get a much wider/targeted audience..

http://www.gunbroker.com
http://www.gunsamerica.com

Yes, you can sell your bows on those “gun” sites…

Q: Has anyone ever used a compound bow before?
I am getting back into archery again after many years and need to use a compound bow due to a previous back injury but have never used one. What are they like to shoot? Are they as easy and smooth as people say? Does anyone know of a good company to buy one from?

A: Have a look at the Oneida, they are super smooth. As for easy, that term is relative. It is a lot easier to start with a compound bow, at the beginning you can go from zero to hitting almost all golds from 20 yards within a few sessions. The mechanical release, peep sight and the let off(to a smaller extent) made this possible. But to get to the top of the world ranking, it’s just as hard if not harder than a recurve.

Many people pick a compound for hunting because they can set the bow down during the off season and pick it back up again next year without much of a problem. Do that with a recurve or longbow and you’d be pretty much starting from scratch.

As for bow companies, other than the Oneida I mentioned at the top, some of the other major players are Hoyt, Matthews and Bowtech. You didn’t mention a budget, but if the sky’s the limit, you really can’t go wrong with any of the big names in terms of quality and support. Post sale support is the big question, some of the brands don’t have enough dealers around, that when something happen you’d be hard pressed to get support. Best thing to do is find a local archery store and try out a bunch of them. The bow’s capability today is way beyond our shooting capability, so it boils down to how you like the feel of the bow and the looks.

Q: i recently bought a used compound bow. it came with a metal bar, 8-9 inches in length, with a cylindrical weig?
it came with a metal bar, 8-9 inches in length, with a cylindrical weight attached to the end of it. how does this attach to the bow, and why? im guessing it attached to the bottom, facing away from the shooter, used as some kind of balance weight?

A: You would probably be correct that it is a counter-weight. Such a device is usually attached to the bow by means of a threaded rod at the end of the weight, which threads into a “nut” set into the bow (just below the handle). The threaded end can sometimes be inserted through a hole in the bow, and a separate nut threaded onto the rod.

I don’t personally like to use counter-weights on my bow, because there isn’t always enough room out front for them — and having one sticking out in front of the bow just limits even more the opportunities to shoot when I’m in brushy areas. Imagine having to swing the bow to the side while at full draw, and that weight bar is *clack-clack-clacking* against the branches and brush…..

Q: Can you use compound bow mechanical broadhead in a crossbow bolt?
I just purchased a Horton Summit HD Crossbow and some additional bolts. I am wondering, can you use expandable broadheads that are designed for compound bows, such as the RAGE 2, in these bolts or do I need to purchase broadheads specifically for crossbow bolts?

A: Absolutely! I shoot a Horton 175 HD with mechanicals and they perform flawlessly. Definatly go with 125 gr at minimum. I prefer them over fixed blades since they fly like a field point at 325 fps.

Q: I have bought a used compound bow and it has a bad paint job what type of paint would u use.?
Its gonna be painted black

A: i would say a spray paint meant for metal.. go online and look that up and i am pretty sure you will find something useful

Q: does anyone know anything about “blue mountain archery” compound bows?I cant find any info. on this bowcompany?
my dad got me a used compound bow made by blue mountain archery ,it is bright purple which makes me think it may have been made for competition target shooting.I cant find any info. on this company.Thank you for any help!

A: they were really popular in the mid to late 90’s with the Wolverine model bow. It had a machined riser and dual hatchet cams. It was a 300fps+ bow for $350. Really a great bow and you will see one on ebay every once in a while. I had one with rollerbrink cams on it for 3-D and it was a shooter. They were great hunting and competition bows. Good luck.

Q: where is the best place I can sell a used compound Bow?

A: ebay

Q: SHIELD CUT FLETCHING USED ON COMPOUND BOW?
Im new to archery and I basically received a couple boxes of arrows for dirt cheap. They are shield cut and I have a compound bow… Is it still ok if I shoot them out of my bow? I don’t know if it makes a difference but I also have a whisker biscuit for an arrow rest.

A: They will shoot in your compound. But are the arrows spined right for your bow poundage?I have found the shield cut feathers to be a little more noisy in flight then the standard cut. The whisker biscuit will shoot them the same as any feather.

Q: Can you shoot a compound bow without using a sights?
I am a HUGE fan of archery, but have never shot a compound bow before. I think that release aids and sights completly kill the whole idea of archery, so I was wondering if you can use a compound bow without using sights, just sit the arrow on my finger?
Thanks.

A: You absolutely can. The only difference you’ll see is actually getting a let-off at full draw length and not tiring out as fast.

Q: Im buying a used Oneida compound bow?
At a local archery shop, I stumbled upon an older Oneida bow. Having never seen a compound set up like this one, I was very curious. I drew it back and was blown away by the smoothness of the draw. Im planning on trading in an old jennins for the Oneida. Does anyone have any opinions that could help me decide if this is wise. Thankyou

A: good choice ……don’t fall for the, I need to have greater than 300 FPS with that new Matthews bow…….make sure he puts on a new string and check the limbs for de-lamination….

Q: What is the best compound bow you have ever used?**?
**That isnt over $300.
**That is 40 – ^ lbs. draw.

A: I love my new Martin Bengal. All the features of a high price bow for hundreds less.

Q: what is a good used compound bow?
I am an advid hunter beginning to get into bow hunting. Please let me know what is a good bow with a draw weight that goes from 40-60 or 30-60 somewhere around that, tell me what is a good price and where I can get one. I prefer used
right now I’m borrowing a browning thing is though I don’t have but maybe $150 to spend on a bow right now the matthews dtx is my favorite but I don’t have that kind of money right now.

A: bowhunting is by the far the hardest kind of hunting there if for deer, i use a hoyt trykon, hoyt makes tons of bows for any draw lenght and weight

while mathews makes good bows, they are often way out of the average joes price range,

you cant go wrong with hoyt,

Q: what is a good compound bow for deer hunting?
ive never had a compound before, and i am getting bored with my crossbow. Im looking for models, draw weight reccomendations and just general size advice. Also prices for bows used would be nice, if i get one it probably wont be new

A: Buy a used one at your local archery shop that they took on a trade in. This way you will save money, and the shop can make sure it fits you,(draw length and draw weight ) and sell you the accessories that go with it that you may need. Plus, they will let you shoot the bow to see if you like it. Good luck!

Q: I hurt my collarbone using a compound bow, is this a result of bad form, how can I correct it?
I got a compound bow for my birthday, its a 55 pound draw, and I’m pretty new to archery. I went out and shot as many arrows as I could for a couple days. My right collarbone began hurting soon afterwards (I’m right handed) and I’m trying to figure out if its a result of bad form or if ‘m just sore from using different muscles to shoot the bow.

A: There is nothing wrong except you jumped into it and shot too much too soon. Lay off a while and just shoot a few arrows a day, and every few days add a few shots to your shooting session. The muscles you use in bowshooting are not normally used in the course of everyday life. You will have to gradually build up to the extended shooting sessions.

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Q: how to change draw length on a bear whitetail compound bow? I want to make it shorter?
It is fairly new and i want to know if it can be done. If so, please tell me how to make it shorter. thanks.

A: The tiller wheels of the bow has notches in the wheels for draw length adjustment. There should be three positions on each wheel for the draw length. On the newer bows, the adjustments are made on the lower wheel. You may need a bow press to help you make the draw adjustments. The axle bolts are used to adjust the draw weights. You can adjust the weight to a lesser poundage to make it easier for use in the bow press.

Q: are there any repair parts for a bear archery brown bear compound bow?

A: Go to the nearest archery shop that handles Bear equipment. They will have the answer to you query. They can call Bear and find out, if they don’t know. your question brings back memories. The Brown Bear was my first compound bow.I killed several deer with it.The bow has round wheels and a 50 lb pull.I still have it in my collection of bows. It taught me a lot about Bowhunting deer. I could get a good broadside hit in the lung-heart area and the arrow would get a total pass through and stick up in the ground. If I made a bad shot and hit bone, there were some deer that would take several jumps and shake like a dog, and the arrow would fall to the ground.No penetration, no blood, just a little meat on the broadhead, and the deer would live another day.Thanks for bringing back the memories. I hope you get it fixed.

Q: What kind of Compound Bow should I buy when I’m learning to shoot with a Bow I have shot a Fred Bear long bow?
in the past but want to get started shooting compound bows & want to know what a good bow to start with would be.

A: I would not sink a lot of money into the first bow justin case you don’t like it, I shoot a Mathews and would tell anyone it is the best bow on the market and I have shot PSE, Hoyt, Bear,ect, ect. I use them for both hunting and tournament. I own 7 or 8 bows and I guess the main thing I can tell you is how much do you wanna drop in one? The Mathews can run around 1200 by the time it is all set up.

Q: I just took a introductory archery class, and bought a compound bow online. How do I take care of it?
I just got a bow online since im thinking about getting into archery. I thought that it would be easy, but as Im reading theres more and more info. I also cant find what bow I have, and the weight tag is missing.

I have a bear compound bow, and says Black/Mag in small letters on the side. I looked on the website, and theres nothing similar. The serial is BM-15776. The weight pull is high, the guy said it was 50-60, but I would like to reduce it. Is it possible to reduce it down to 25 or less? My girlfriend will be using the bow also, so this draw is MUCH too heavy for her. We used a 10 pound draw during the intro class.

Im only looking to shoot it for fun at targets, no hunting at all. I also read that you need heavy enough arrows so the bow wont get damaged. How do I find out? What kind of bow do I have?

Thanks for any responses

A: my wife actualy shoots 50 lbs. there is no way to reduce this perticular bow beond that, because lower weight limbs are not made for it. you may want to look for your girlfriend a bow of her own, the draw length for you and her is probably different. most women/youth compounds run from about 30 -50 lb draw.most have adjustable draw lenght.so it can be fit perfectly to her.as far as arrows are concerend you are correct, too light of arrow can harm your bow. to heavy will cause preformance problems. with most carbon arrows they are labeled with draw weight now such as 55-75 which would work from 55 lb to 75 lbs. check out bass pro and cabelas. both websites have a shaft selection chart when ordering arrows that helps you choose the right shaft for you. if you are interested in a bow you can both shoot check out the mathews genesis bows the regular genesis goes from 10 to 20 lbs and 18 to 30 in draw lenght and allows anyone to shoot the same bow with no adjustment to lenght, i bought my daughter the genesis pro. it is 15 to 25 lb and has draw stop adjustment from 18 to 30 inches,, she is 8 yrs old and shoots it great.. or dad can pick it up and play a little.as far as care i use sting wax on my string. i wipe down metal parts with break free clp to protect from rust and keep it in a hard protective case to keep scratches off my bow. since you are a beginner you realy should visit an archery pro shop to let them help you with selection of bows arrows and accessories have fun with your new archery interest.

Q: How to make my compound bow better?
i have an old bear compound bow and want to improve it because i can’t afford a new bow and i tried to find a used one but couldn’t find one to meet my qualifications so what can i add to make make it better for hunting.

it has no sights, well nothing really except the bow and a quiver.

my limit is 100.00

links would be nice, too

A: I would think you need a few things. A good arrow rest to start you can get a good one pretty cheap. Sights would be next I use one with two pins on it, again prices vary and you want one that you can see good. A peep sight in the string is only a few bucks. I think a release is a good way to go also, this is most likely going to cost the most. I would look at any stores in the area. Bass pro, Cableas, Dicks sporting goods any place that has archery stuff. E-bay has some good deals on used archery stuff. I think you can get it done for 100.00 bucks but it might cost a little bit more.

Q: I am looking at compound bow for a cheap price but good quality. what is it?
I like every form of hunting and I have 2 bear compound bows one is a youth and the other is junk what should i buy that is good and around 300 dollars?

A: Mathews or Hoyt.
http://www.hoyt.com/compound_bows/

http://www.precisioncompoundbows.com/mathews/

Q: bear compound bow parts?
I am in need of the insert for my arrow rest. It is the same as for the stabilizer insert. fits most all bows. It has 5/16-24 threads. I can’t shoot the bow with out this piece. Any idea where i can get one?

HELP ME PLEASE SOMEONE. i can not find it local.
Thank you for reading this.
after call after call & allot of running around, i found it !! Doc’s archery and there where great.
thanks everyone..

A: Make some telephone calls to all the archery shops close to you. Any of them should have a few of these in drawer somewhere. And since it is an almost universal part, the shops you call doesn’t even have to carry bear bows in order to have one that will fit it. In a worst case scenario you may want to take out the stabilizer insert and use it for your arrow rest until you can locate another one. The rest is more important then the stabilizer. Good luck!

Q: how much is a (left-handed grip) Brown Bear double-compound bow worth?
It belonged to my father and want to know how much to sell it for, since I’m not left-handed.
It is in absolutly, mint condition with very little use. It also has adjustable sights on it.

A: Check EBAY.

Q: i have a fred bear lights out compound bow and i was wondering since I want a string tamer which i’d have to?
buy the front mount string tamer this means id have to get rid of the stablelizer and just use the tamer as a stablelizer and is that ok?

A: It should work ok. I have shot for years with out a stabilizer at all (I do have one now,can’t really tell that it helps). Just practice with your new set up and you should be ok.

Q: I am hesitating between buying a Bear Lights Out compound Bow or a Martin Saber. What should I choose?

A: Bear Lights Out is considered one of the best bows for the price that is available. I have not researched or heard anything about the Martin Saber.

Q: I would like any information on my Bear Blue Denim Compound Bow?
Specs ;draw weight and length ,original cost and current value,and When produced

A: Try http://www.fredbearoutdoors.com/

Q: I want to buy a compound bow and thinking of a Fred Bear Lights Out RTS. Good Choice?
I have a budget of about $600 for a ready to shoot bow!

A: yes fb

Q: Is the Bear Showdown a good compound bow?
if i bought it i would be shooting it alot. can you adjust the draw length? If the peak weight was 60, could it go down to 50?

A: Anything bear makes is good, the Showdown ia a model from last year so you could probably get it at a discount. The bow is similar to the bear element and is adjustable. If you already have it take it to a bow shop and they will adjust it properly for you and tune it. Draw length is only slightly adjustable as with the draw weight.

Q: Where could I get The instructions for a “Bear Archery Silvertip” compound bow?

A: You will find everything you need to know here…

http://www.fredbearoutdoors.com/customer-service/faq.tpl

Good luck

Q: what’s the best bear archery bow
whats the most powerful & fastest bear compound bow?
if you guys had any brains whatsoever, you would know im talking about fred bear, bear archery products!
if you guys had any brains whatsoever, you would know im talking about fred bear, bear archery products! not an actual bear

A: Any fred bear bow that shoots 70lbs or more, A bow is a bow it doesn’t matter!*

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Q: What should you do to prepare for bear hunting in Canada?
Im 14 and live in Ohio and I want to go black bear hunting with my dad but I was wondering what kind of permits you need and also the age you have to be?

A: you need a hunting licence, a non-resident black bear tag and a firearms licence if your using a rifle, shotgun, or muzzle-loader.

The type of firearms licence you need is a Possession Licence for minors sense your 14, but your not Canadian so I don’t think you can get one. Your dad would have to apply for a Temporary Licence (a) Non-residents’ 6 day possession licence (if borrowing a firearm) OR (b) file a declaration with Revenue Canada Customs (if approved good for 60 days)

Q: Did anyone watch the news about bear hunting in Canada?
Did anyone watch the news last night. It was about the bears in Canada being hunted for their fur. The fur is supplied to Buckingham Palace to make the Guard’s hats!
I am appalled that this is still allowed to continue. A spokes person for the queen say that many alternatives have been tried but nothing could beat the real thing!
What can we do to stop this evil trade in fur (The bears are starting to be hunted for fun!!! FUN?)
Something must be done but what?
Get bent blutone50

A: get in touch with P.E.T.A & Greenpeace

they will give u more info & a better platform

Q: A place to go bear hunting in Ontario Canada?
Hi looking for a good place to go bear hunting in Ontario next sept 2010. I plan on driving from Michigan, can any one recommend a outfitter,thanks.

A: I have used this outfit and was very happy

http://www.budsqueticocountryhunts.com/

I did the cabin bear hunt and the cabin was comfortable and well equipped

Q: Are Bears in Canada dangerous? (Ontario) and Bear Hunting?
Hi, will be in canada for 5 weeks starting August, and will probably be open air/tents sleeping wherever as will be hiring a car to get form forest to forest, just wondered if anyone whose been or is in canada can verify that the chances are I wont even see a bear, let alone get eaten. My friend here in England insists im going to die. Also has anyone been on a bear hunting trip? And is it true they let you keep the hide? ROOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAARR- cheers guys!

A: I live on a bear migratory trail in NW Ontario. Every year late summer we see bears ever day. I am still alive, never been attacked and I am the better person for learning to respect the beautiful animals in my area.

Are bears dangerous? Sure…and so are itty bitty squirrels and mice. They are wild animals and need to be treated with respect. If you are camping, do not keep food out in the open. Keep it away from where you are sleeping. Even if it is in a cooler, keep it in a car; sealed. Your hot dog to a bear is an easy meal. (fast food if you will)

If you encounter a bear, it depends on what type of attack it is to determine how your react. (any camping park in Canada will have brochures on what types of bears are in their area. Rule of thumb: a “hump” on the back is a grizzly) Don’t run. Give the bear space.

Defensive attack: (black bears)
If you surprise a bear and it responds to defend itself, its young or its food – and contact has been made or is imminent – play dead (lie on your stomach with your legs apart; protect your face, the back of your head and neck with your arms; remain silent; and if wearing a pack, leave it on for protection). Remember: such attacks are rare despite the much more common aggressive displays without contact by black bears. The bear will leave you alone once it believes the threat is passed.

Offensive attack: (black bears)
This is the most serious and potentially deadly attack a black bear might make! It occurs when a bear appears to stalk or follow you for a period of time and then chooses to attack; or the bear attacks you at night. In this situation, playing dead is not appropriate. Try to escape to a secure place such as a vehicle or hard-sided camper. You can climb a tree…but remember bears can climb too.

The two main types of serious attacks are defensive or predatory…

A defensive attack is when the bear is trying to remove a threat.
A predatory attack is when the bear is intent on eating you.
Your initial response to both should be the same… stand your ground!

If you are unable to deter the bear before it physically makes contact, your response to these two types of serious attacks are different…

Defensive attack… play dead!
Predatory attack… fight back!

The links I gave are really good. Just dont be an idiot and try and feed the bears. Some idiots up here did that 2 years ago and wondered why they bear was upset when they ran out food.

Bear spray is ok, but I dont’ think you can come into the country with it. It can also work against you if you are the wrong way in the wind!!

Hunting…there are very strict hunting rules up here. And…to be honest…some idiots have cause a LOT of people to not like hunters because of the lack of respect for everything. Keeping the hide depends on a lot of things. When you register your guns ask the people who can give your the right answers; Dept of Natural Resources in wherever you are. (and keep in mind there are times of year you aren’t able to hunt)

Edit: Incidently, since you are from England…it was a black bear cub named Winnie from Manitoba that started the story of Winnie the Pooh. (Winnie=Winnipeg) Just don’t treat the bears like the one in the story. If you are travelling this way, pop into the Assiniboine Zoo in Winnipeg.

Q: What forms do I need to take a gun into and out of Canada for the purpose of bear hunting? Where do I get?

A: Canadian Firearms Centre
http://www.cfc-cafc.gc.ca
This site has the info you need

Non-resident firearm declaration forms
1-800-731-4000
Form – CAFC 909 EF

Q: I want to go on a Koala bear hunt in Canada during February?
Can anyone recommend a good place, guide and estimate of the cost of such a trip? It’s no big deal if I have to climb over a wall or cut through some fence in a zoo at midnight I just want a guaranteed kill and someone who will skin it and wrap the meat.

Imagine suggested area: Travel > Canada > General – Canada

A: Koalas are retarded. They are slow, stupid and have genetically evolved a tiny brain that is powered by eucalyptus leaves. Sure they are furry, but if you cuddle them too tight they tend to die. There is no challenge there – look, I just reached out my window then and pushed one off a branch. He didn’t even TRY to hold on. He’s not getting up. Weak.

Q: whey is it that Canada approves grizzly + polar bear hunting, when this bears are on the endanger list -?
makes me sad — – my CANADA -

A: Actually Polar Bears are designated as a vulnerable species (Threatened, not endangered under the ESA)with only 5 of 19 subpopulations in actual, verified, decline. The IUCN lists global warming and not hunting as the primary threat to polar bear populations.

While it may be your Canada it is also the Inuit People’s Canada. The economy of many Native villages rests solely on money brought in by hunting guides.

As for Grizzly Bears, populations have been increasing steadily and it has been recomended that they be removed from ESA altogether.

Q: my boyfriend went to canada to go bear hunting 4 days ago and hes wont call me but will call my best friend?
normally he klingy and has to talk and hangout every day and now wont even text me back WHY??????
well hes not my boyfriend yet we’re talking but normally hes klingy and has to talk and hangout every day andnow he wont even text me back WHY????

A: Well you have to be patient with things like this. Ask your best friend what he has been telling her or him on the phone. If it’s a girl….something could be between them….if he IS cheating on you with your best friend if it’s a girl(i would get a new best friend and completeley forget you ever went out with him…Well hope you get through this well! GOOD LUCK!

Q: Have you hunted bears in Canada? Is there a guide you can recommend?
I’m looking into hunting bears in Manitoba with my dad. We are looking for a reasonably priced hunt (under $2000 US each). If you know of any outfitters in Manitoba or western Onterio that you would recommend or ones that you would avoid, please let me know. Thanks!

A: Larson’s resort in Nestor falls, ON, not far from the manitoba border. They have a bar in their lodge, and getting a bear is almost a sure thing in that neck of the woods. Great fishing too.

Q: Why does America protect the polar bear, while Canada hunts them?
Seems counter productive to me doesn’t it, what say you?

http://www.polarbearhunting.net/

A: because we’ve got more of them then you do…in some regions they are a serious problem

Q: Hunting season dates for Ontario Canada?
I require a list of open season dates on the following in Ont. Canada
Moose; bear; deer; muskrat; beaver. Just a general idea/date when these hunting seasons open. Your help will be greatly appreciated.

A: http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca/en/Business/FW/Publication/MNR_E001275P.html
go to the link and it will list the animals you wish to hunt and will give you all the details

Q: Do Inuit of Canada have a right to hunt Polar bears or let the Inuit be puppets to animal activist?
Should Inuit of Canada continue to hunt Polar Bears as in the past? Or, should Inuit bow to the animal rights activist and cease hunting Polar Bears and lose their cultural identity? Inuit cultural genocide or Polar Bear survival more important? This is not to demean the animal rights activists. Just a question or opinion on this sensitive issue.

A: THE LOCALS HAVE EVERY RIGHT TO HARVEST FOOD OK THANKS EDIE

Q: Need as many asnwers as possible!! Polar bear hunting?
I need to finish up this essay today and I need as many answers as you guys can give me because I’m writing an essay about the population of polar bears decreasing and my tweo reasons are 1) Global Warming and 2) Hunting. Global warming isn’t really something I can give my opinion about but hunting is. I think it’s wrong that Canada kills 500 polar bears each year. What do you guys think?
I’m really grateful to anyone who answers this question with their opinion.
THANK YOU!!

A: killing polar bears is awful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and its good that you think its wrong:-) i didn’t know they hunted them.:-( those darn canaidians!

Q: where can i get a polar bear tag / license?
i wanted to know where i could get polar bear tag/license? should I hunt them in canada or alaska? how much are polar bear tags/licenses? do you have any good tips for polar bear hunting? what kind of gun should i use for polar bear hunting? how about a .338 bolt-action?
it is legal to hunt polar bear even though they’re endagered.

A: Polar bears are NOT on the endangered species list. There are some provinces in Canada that have permits available to hunt them. The cost is extreme especially considering this little factoid: Under the Marine Mammal Protection Act, no part of a polar bear can be imported into the United States, even if the animal was legally harvested in an area with a huntable population.

Q: Should Canada make all bear and wolf killing illegal, except for extreme cases of self-defense?
Many hundreds of wolves and bears are killed each year by hunters and by the government. I find this immoral and disgusting. I say, let nature limit the numbers of these critters, and not hunters and Big Brother.
I find hunting other than for survival immoral and unworthy of enlightened human beings.

A: i agree

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Q: where can i find free hunting games on the net?
are there any free hunting games like deer bear..ect that i can play over the net???thanks..i have did the search engine thing and i havent found one yet..

A: Guns and Ammo used to have a few. Try their web site. Also, try the site for Ammoman.com as they have some neat stuff on there.

Q: What is the best factory loaded bullet for 7mm rem mag deer/bear hunting?
The 150gr. Federal using Sierra Game King looks good, but what is a bullet that will not come apart at velocities of +3100fps? I heard Remington’s core lokts have that problem

A: I’d be very happy with loads using any of these:
Barnes TSX from 140-160gr or 150gr Tipped TSX(not sure if these are in factory loads yet)
Nosler Partition 150-175gr or E-Tip 150gr
Winchester XP3 160gr
Trophy Bonded Bearclaw or TB Tip. 160-175gr
Hornady’s Gilding Metal Expanding(GMX) would be alright in 139gr but it they have a 150gr or heavier one yet I’d pick it

The Federal Premium Vital-Shok line has most of these.
Winchester Supreme has the E-Tip and XP3

Just my opinion but I don’t much like light to medium weight plain cup & core bullets in the small and/or fast magnums. For any game animal larger or tougher then deer at least the HEAVY conventional bullets or good premium designs are a better choice.

Q: Bear Hunting Holiday Help?
what do you or the hunting place do after youve killed a big game like a bear or something big, like how do you get it out of the woods, and do you have to eat it all, beause out of all the game killed you cant eat it all, and do you take any of it home

A: ohhh boy this is where the real work begins.
you drag them out, yes i said drag. after the downed bear is found you field dress it. then you drag it out to the neaarest road or trail and hopfully set it in to your atv and drive it back to camp, where its butchered and eaten- bear will taste just fine you might like it more than beaf who knows ; )

Q: Which gun would be best for hunting a big game animal like a bear?

A: I would go with a remington 700 in .300 WSM it has a flat trajectory and a high velocity. And it has the knock down capabilities to handle grizzly if you hit vitals.

Q: What are the best hunting dogs(more info than yesterday)?
Ok, I am in the lower peninsula of Michigan, and I would be hunting big game(deer, bear) and MAYBE some birds.I would like a dog to be great at hunting but also a very nice dog(to me). Which is the best hunting dog for me and the terrain im on.
I was thinkin a lab or something, or maybe a bloodhound

A: Well you’re trying to get double and triple duty out of a single dog. Most are trained to do one thing and do it very well. When I used to use dogs on deer, when it was still legal in my state that is, I had several Weimerainer’s. They were quite good at circling deer and hogs. I wouldn’t know about bear. I found them to be very good with people, and focused on the hunt. As another reader said, they aren’t really bred to retrieve but will with a lot of work.

For retrieving, I have used Brittany Spaniels and Labs. The Britts were a little rambunctious and if not worked every day they tended to get a little rowdy.They also were very one person types as were the Weimers. The labs are what I settled on and I still train and raise them. Talk about a family dog, they will walk right up to a toddler and lick them in the face and if the kiddo falls they’ll pick him right back up. They are very bright and depending on what you get they can have quite a lot of character. I had a chocolate that would sneak birds away from my buddies and bring em to me when they weren’t looking. He was something. Everyone loved him, but learned to count their birds when he came around.

Good Hunting and good luck!

Q: Pitbull Fighting vs. Bear Hunting?
I’m asking this question on behalf of someone else.

In terms of killing animals unjustly, why is pitbull fighting illegal, and the killing of wild game such as bears legal? Why is turkey hunting legal, but bird fighting illegal?

A: Hunting animals by humans in the wild during sanctioned hunts (ie: not poaching) serves a decent purpose, it helps keep population levels in a range that allows them to be healthy. Over population can cause sickness, starvation and depletion of natural resources. In other words too much of a good thing can be just as bad as too little.
Animals in the wild have their wits about them and can evade hunting and even if spotted have a decent chance at getting away. While they may not ask to be hunted, they generally are not kept in a corral for you to shoot at whenever you want. (The exception to this are hunt farms- those I think should be outlawed!)
Pitbulls are bred to fight. They are given no opportunity to escape from the people fighting them. They are subjected to horrific training practices such as bite training where their jaws lock on a target attached to a spring and hung from a rafter in a garage, provoked into attacking weaker dogs and sometimes puppies, being starved, beaten -I could go on..but you get the idea.
There really is no comparison between hunting and pit fighting. I hope this helps.

Q: What’s the best Bow for hunting Bears or larger game?
The Ultimate Bow!?!
I just want to know, i love bears and im not going to hunt them. Bears are really big and well i cant go hunt Dinosaurs duh.

A: Each person has his or her own idea of the ultimate bow. Just use one that suits you, has enough draw weight to do the job, and you can shoot accurately. And be sure you have an adequate broadhead for bear on the end of the arrow.

Q: is there any hunting games out for the 360 that plays like tho old games did?
what i mean is i want a good hunting game like the ones for the ps2 where you picked you equipment and stuff then it put you in front of a lodge and said hunt it didnt say ok their is a dear right in front of you shoot it and it will open a cutscene where a bear will attack you and other gay crap. the first dangerous hunts was like this and i loved it but i cant find any for the 360 the new big game hunter is arcadey and tells you where to go all the time

A: I believe Cabelas has a game out. Comes with a gun.

Q: What brand of bolt action rifle is the best for hunting and what is the best for military?
Hunting large game like, deer, elk, buffalo, bear. Sako? watherby? Remington? Browning? Winchester? Ruger? Kimber? ect……

A: You dident list anything that wont work just your choice on slight difereces in function, looks (admit it guys it matters) fit, weight and any other criteria you chose oh, also pocket book. caliber is your choice in any of them. just pick a caliber that will ethicaly kill what you are hunting. militay the m24 (m700 rem) is an exelent gp rifle for snipers. in my day we carried m21 (accurised m14) it was not quite as accuate as the m24 but has its stringths. no mater what one guy chooses some other guy says his is better and can prove it with facts. but what matters most is the shooter. the snipers of ww11 used rifles that would hardly be considerd “snipers rifles” today but noone can say they werent effective. there is no such thing as a sniper rifle, there are snipers and the equipment they use.

Q: How dangerous is Black Bear hunting? ?
I recently took the NY state hunter education course as a refresher and the instructors described black bear hunting as dangerous, to the extent that I always thought grizzly bear hunting would be. For example they said that other bears can come in after a shot is fired and these bears will potentially stalk hunters that shot at them if they are not killed. Is hunting black bear often a dangerous experience? I know that all bears deserve respect but have any of you encountered dangerous black bears afield? I have little field experience but would like to hunt these animals with the appropriate caliber rifle and cartridge as well as plenty of “range practice” is it a bad choice of game animal to start with?
I appreciate all of the informative responses and personal experiences that you shared. In New York you are not allowed to bait game. Regarding bear meat how does it compare to venison?

A: I am glad I did not take a hunter ed course in NY. It sounds as though you were fed a lot of misinformation.
You have to respect an animal that can turn you into it’s dinner. But, they are not going to stalk you just because they were shot at.
You should use a rifle caliber as large as you can shoot accurately. Shot placement is more important than rifle caliber. Anything .270 and larger, with a well-placed and accurate shot, will kill a black bear. They have been taken with smaller calibers, but I would not recommend it.
If you do shoot a bear, wait a short time before you approach. Watch to see if it is breathing. Approach from behind before checking it physically. This will give you an advantage if it does get back up. If its eyes are closed, it IS NOT dead. Animals do not die with their eyes closed. I have always been of the mindset that another round into the vitals never hurts. Good luck and be safe.

Q: What hunting rifle should i buy? mossberg 100 atr or the marlin xl7/xs7?
i think im leaning towards the marlin because ive had a lot of good experience with them, but id still like the input. also what size round would you reccomend, 30-06, 308, or 7mm-08 i plan on hunting the larger game like bear, elk, caribou, moose, and buffalo.

A: Of these I would go with the marlin in 308. Less recoil so it is easier to shoot accurately. I agree with the guy who says to look at a savage, very accurate out of the box. Remember accuracy is what really counts, a miss with any caliber is a wasted shot.

Q: Lets Go Bear Hunting!Bear Fans .This is where it ends!GO COLTS!!!!!!!!!?
As A colts fan i am looking forward to this superbowl because the Patriots and Ravens are a heck of a lot better than Grossman and his pack of over rated bearcubs.And since the colts beat baltimore and New England this game should be like us playing the Raiders they seem to lose all their games .Any comments ?comments from all the above mentioned teams would be greatly appriciataed.

A: LOUD AND PROUD IN INDIANA!!

GO COLTS!!

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Q: Can you train hunting dogs to point/flush and retrieve birds and big game?
I was just wondering if it is possible to train a hunting dog to point/flush and retrieve birds such as waterfowl and upland birds and also train them to hunt big game possessing two skills in one dog? I am trying to get two Rhodesian Ridgebacks, but would like them to hunt birds and bay big game such as deer and bears. So, with that said, is it possible to have them learn both hunting skills or is it only one skill or the other?? Thanks!

A: Dogs usually cannot be trained to do both because once he comes across another scent like a deer while bird hunting he will run off on that trail….unless he is like a blood hound trained to chase one scent.

Get yourself 2-3 dogs……because deer hunting is about being quiet unless you use the dog to drive the deer like mine. My black lab is amazing…..he is a great water dog for ducks and he loves to chase deer and anything else you let him scent sniff. I let a buddy hold him until I get in position at the clearing south of a about 100acres of woods and then we let him lose on the North side and he tracks all deer in the woods and flushes them out to the clearing were I take them down. He also will flush quail,dove and retrieve them cause he has a super nose.
I could never find a bird in the tall grass or wheat without him……..He is just so damn smart. When I get my gun he gets excited and goes and gets my boots……..

Q: breeds that were originally bred to hunt bear and big game?
im writing a story and want to have some of those breeds in it could you give me a list of some and a general description of their temperament? oh and what it was they hunted?

doesnt have to be a breed still used for it. thanks

A: “The Karelian Bear Dog is skillful, tough, and energetic. A robust, persistent, and powerful dog, it is willing to take on virtually any game animal.”

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/karelianbeardog.htm

“The Ainu dog is intelligent and quickly trained. This large game hunter is extremely courageous for its size, willing to attack a 650 pound bear!”

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/ainudog.htm

“In the late 19th century, big game hunters needed a hunting dog that was tough, resistant to disease, and intelligent enough to avoid crocodiles and snakes, but brave and fast enough to face a lion.”

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhodesian_Ridgeback

Q: Why is it legal to “hunt” captive animals, while bear baiting and rooster fighting are illegal?
First of all, let’s clarify my position: I support traditional hunting and fishing, and champion the concept of sportsmanship and stewardship of natural resources. I enjoy eating meat, and appreciate ecology and the natural beauty of fauna. Traditional hunting has many beneficial aspects.

Private hunting reserves – game ranches – deer farms: these are commercial sites where “hunters” pay to kill captive animals. Presumably the outcome is guaranteed by the proprietors.

A fighting cock has a chance to survive. A captive bear has a chance to kill one of its attackers. These barbaric “sports” have been outlawed for centuries in most places.

What could be the motive to “hunt” captive animals, other than the joy of seeing something die? Do you think of someone as more manly who kills captive animals on hunting ranches? Am I missing some redeeming aspect of this activity?

Maybe by releasing their agression on an animal, they avoid doing so on a fellow human? Or does it stimulate it?
Sorry – Yahoo has chosen to edit my traditional term for the male rooster and replace it with askerisks. It wasn’t my choice to spell it this way.
Interesting point, “Mass brain”. Maybe we should start a discussion on the morality of the situation depicted in the movie “The Running Man”, with politicians or lawyers instead of criminals as the targets… There are some parallels.
Good answer there, “DamDawg”. I guess it all hinges on the definition of “shooting fish in a barrel” and how you define it.

I haven’t researched this too much, but my understanding is that most of these private reserves are pretty close to what you are describing here. Do you have any data to share?

I have seen some video footage of bow-and-arrow “hunters” shooting deer in a manner that looked very cruel and very much like “shooting fish in a barrel”.

I think that, if the proprietor guarantees the outcome, then it is more likely to be unsporting.
Hey There Wazant1 -

You too have some interesting points. If you are a traditional hunter, I respect that, as I previously stated.

You discussed the increasing efficiency of hunting techniques. I wonder how much something is a “sport” when the outcome is guaranteed.

Why is it fun to shoot an animal under controlled conditions but not at a slaughterhouse? How close do the two facilities need to become before we cross the line?

Have you heard about the internet game preserves, where you can kill an animal from the internet, via robotically controlled rifle? Has that crossed the line?

A: As space open to the public for hunting shrinks this will most likely become a bigger issue. The vast majority of pheasant hunted in America today are domestically reared. There are almost no wild pheasant left. Are these pheasant treated any less humanely than the millions of chickens consumed by Americans every year? I don’t think so. At least the pheasants enjoy a little freedom.

Also stocking trout is common everywhere—isn’t this a form of hunting?

Today there are more ducks than ever in history because “Ducks Unlimited” a private hunting club, has purchased important properties to protect the wild ducks’ flyways. Are they wrong to then hunt some of these ducks—I don’t think so.

I am not sure about hunting larger domestic/wild game. I suppose it depends on how they are treated and if they are humanely hunted in a relative free environment. If it’s shooting fish in a barrel I am against it.

As for Rooster fighting, bear baiting, dog fighting and such, I am against them because the animals are generally kept in awful conditions and the animals are allowed to maul each other and suffer great pain just for the thrill of it. It brings out the worst in man and beast. Hunting on the other hand is as old as man.

PS. I would tend to agree with you that a guaranteed outcome would indicate that the animal was not given enough free range. I am against any kind of caged hunting and I guess that might include small ranches with game-fences.