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What rifle??
I was wondering what everyone is using for their deer rifle/rifles this year. I posted a picture of my grandfather's deer rifle in another post. I figure I will use that and my Ruger 77 Hawkeye also in 270 Winchester. I reckon we'll through in the Elk rifles in for you fellas that live out west. What are y'all using and how is it "set up"?
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Re: What rifle??
It depends in what terrain Iam hunting usually a 99 in 300 with a 1-5 scope for close or medium shots for deer&elk and long range for predators. Ive never felt undergunned with a 30-30 and have dropped several deer&elk with one its my preferred gun when I go into the alder thickets looking for elk. I also have used a 348 but they are heavy for walking around the mtns. as a saddle gun, truck gun and work gun a 94 30-30 is hard to beat. danny
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I work 16 hrs a day, 5-6 days a week and am not eligible for vacation until 2014...
Like I get to go hunting...
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Hopefully this rifle gets back in time with it's 44-77 barrel.
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No Ted that's my #3 Shiloh, it was 45-70.
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Elk rifle = Remington 141 35 Rem.
Deer rifle = Marlin 336A 30/30
But that's a couple of months away and I have been known to change mind. Lots of options, all needing some field time.You do not have the required permissions to view the files attached to this post.
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Probably be a sporterized 1903 Springfield with a Leupold scope, either 4x or a 2-7x, and 180 gr loads.
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BigSky56 -- the .30 W.C.F. in a Winchester 94 is my rifle of choice too. I own two now, one made in 1978 and one made in 1979, both have Williams FP receiver sights. After experimenting with many different levers and calibers, and allot of great advice on this forum I landed on this combo... :)BigSky56 wrote:It depends in what terrain Iam hunting usually a 99 in 300 with a 1-5 scope for close or medium shots for deer&elk and long range for predators. Ive never felt undergunned with a 30-30 and have dropped several deer&elk with one its my preferred gun when I go into the alder thickets looking for elk. I also have used a 348 but they are heavy for walking around the mtns. as a saddle gun, truck gun and work gun a 94 30-30 is hard to beat. danny
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earlmck -- boy every time I see one of your 35 Remington's it really has me thinking. my buddy back-east bought a Marlin in 35-Rem and has been having allot of fun shooting it, he said it's one of the best kept secrets in hunting rifle/caliber, he is totally sold, even bought dies and bullets....aaaaarrrrrgggggghhhhhh.... :Oearlmck wrote:Elk rifle = Remington 141 35 Rem.
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This one for the start of the muzzleloader season
and this one for the regular season
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I don't hunt the local deer anymore. Not enough return on investment.
But If I were to change my mind, I'd most likely go with a .356 or .358 Winchester, depending on where I was hunting anf the animal I was after.
But If I were to change my mind, I'd most likely go with a .356 or .358 Winchester, depending on where I was hunting anf the animal I was after.
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In Indiana you really can't use "rifles" unless they are chambered in 'handgun' rounds.
That pretty much leaves us using lever-action 44 Mags or 45 Colts or 357 Mags. For me the 44 Mag my first handgun, so I just stuck with that.
Here's the "choices" our family generally picks from:
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My favorite - the Ruger 96/44 set up with a scope so I can see in dawn/dusk, and <gasp> a laser which actually helps confirm shot placement in dim light and helps pick up intervening saplings I might not be able to see well. I like the four shot detachable magazine for unloading quickly when coming in the house with frozen fumble-fingers. The 'recoil pad' is from a 10/22, and serves two purposes - it lengthens the pull a bit, and it keeps the butt from sliding on slick floors.
The "Rain Gun" - all-stainless/synthetic Ruger 77/44 bolt action with NECG clamp-on aperture sight that goes in the Ruger ring cut.
The Shiny Lever - NOT a true "rain gun" in my opinion because the forend is a pain in the butt to remove. Still I like it as 'handy' and good for daytime hunting with the Williams FP sights.
My Son's Marlin - set up with a scope also for twilight hunting.
My Daughter's Rossi - she likes the Marble's Bullseye sights on it for fast sight picture.
I like the Marlin with the Williams FP sights because they are so unobtrusive..
The 50 Beowulf IS legal here though, and I really thought about using it - just because I can...
That pretty much leaves us using lever-action 44 Mags or 45 Colts or 357 Mags. For me the 44 Mag my first handgun, so I just stuck with that.
Here's the "choices" our family generally picks from:
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My favorite - the Ruger 96/44 set up with a scope so I can see in dawn/dusk, and <gasp> a laser which actually helps confirm shot placement in dim light and helps pick up intervening saplings I might not be able to see well. I like the four shot detachable magazine for unloading quickly when coming in the house with frozen fumble-fingers. The 'recoil pad' is from a 10/22, and serves two purposes - it lengthens the pull a bit, and it keeps the butt from sliding on slick floors.
The "Rain Gun" - all-stainless/synthetic Ruger 77/44 bolt action with NECG clamp-on aperture sight that goes in the Ruger ring cut.
The Shiny Lever - NOT a true "rain gun" in my opinion because the forend is a pain in the butt to remove. Still I like it as 'handy' and good for daytime hunting with the Williams FP sights.
My Son's Marlin - set up with a scope also for twilight hunting.
My Daughter's Rossi - she likes the Marble's Bullseye sights on it for fast sight picture.
I like the Marlin with the Williams FP sights because they are so unobtrusive..
The 50 Beowulf IS legal here though, and I really thought about using it - just because I can...
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Nothing fancy. I will be using my Guide Gun most likely, -----but possibly could take out my '47 vintage 32 SPL for a change of pace.
If I take a trip to CO with elk on my mind, I have a Weatherby on 300 WBY mag that will get the nod. I would love to use the Guide Gun here too, but the possibility of a 300 yard shot here is too great, and I Am better at figuring trajectory with a 300 mag than a 45/70
If I take a trip to CO with elk on my mind, I have a Weatherby on 300 WBY mag that will get the nod. I would love to use the Guide Gun here too, but the possibility of a 300 yard shot here is too great, and I Am better at figuring trajectory with a 300 mag than a 45/70
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With any luck I will let blood out with Model 99 TD in 300, 444 and 1894FG. I have other but I have not shot anything with these yet.
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35 Marlin 44 hennry and my hawkins 50 cal
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I will have my BSA majestic featherweight 30-06 toped with a Vortex scope. Light and handy. Seams to love 180 Gr bullets.
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I get to shoot from 3 to 5 deer in my home State and I travel to hunt too. I like to use a different rifle for each occasion, sticking with one until I shoot with it. I typically start with 50cal in-line and then go to a 50cal side lock. I've not used my 35-30 cal Henry so I want to try that. Then I will use something classic like a Rem 8 in 35 Rem or a Rem 141 same caliber. Mule deer will see my 7mm-08 semi custom bolt or my Sav 99 in 308 pointed at them. I like my Rem 7600 in 35 Whelen for elk. Then there is the trip for Columbia Blacktail, Antelope, Black bear, .... Good to have choices!
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I still need to hunt my 358 BLR takedown. The deer here are small so I may get out the 32-20s and harvest with them. 1913 Win 1892 and 1923 Rem Model 25.
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Just my (blood) thirsty (and trusty) .30-30 Winchester Model 94 Trapper..............
It's been long setup with a steel Lyman peep & a Williams FireSight fibre-optic front sight blade.
Just my (blood) thirsty (and trusty) .30-30 Winchester Model 94 Trapper..............
It's been long setup with a steel Lyman peep & a Williams FireSight fibre-optic front sight blade.
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I remember deer hunting... fondly, even.
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Freezer is empty so I am going for three deer this year, God willing. I will start the season with my longbow or recurve. in early BP season it will be my latest flintlock, a 16 bore smoothbore. I will hunt then with my sharps, using BP cartridges in the regular season, Then hopefully in late season will be back out with the smoothbore.
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Reckon I'll start in October with my old Long Rifle with .45 patched round ball and about 90 grains of 3f. Nov. rifle will be the Win. 94 38-55, then a 30wcf or the 1892 32wcf,or a Rossi Hartford 92 in .45 Colt, or Rossi 92 .357, or 1898 30-40 Krag, orrrrrrrrrr,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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If I could arrange it, I'd like to use My HK91 just to annoy the feebs...AJMD429 wrote:...
The 50 Beowulf IS legal here though, and I really thought about using it - just because I can...
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For me , the same old same old .
It will be a Marlin lever .
Caliber just depends on which one calls out the loudest on my way out the door in the morning .
Top to bottom 32 WS , 35 Rem , 44 Mag .
It will be a Marlin lever .
Caliber just depends on which one calls out the loudest on my way out the door in the morning .
Top to bottom 32 WS , 35 Rem , 44 Mag .
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My last four bucks were taken with my trusty Browning 1895 in .30-40 Krag. I'm thinking of using something different this year, but having difficulty making up my mind...
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Re: What rifle??
Ruger 77 in 270 or 308. Both guns are identical in set up and ready to go. Otherwise, it will be a Marlin in 35 Rem. All handloaded, of course.
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I may end years of non-hunting this year. I travel in awesome back country for my job in Alberta, a deer hunters paradise. I'm trying hard to get into sufficient fitness to actually hunt.
I will use my Win 94 32 Special as a carry rifle at work for unexpected oppurtunities. For dedicated hunting days it will be the 444. If I ever get any good with it the lefty .54 Lyman Deerstalker might get tried.
I will use my Win 94 32 Special as a carry rifle at work for unexpected oppurtunities. For dedicated hunting days it will be the 444. If I ever get any good with it the lefty .54 Lyman Deerstalker might get tried.
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I wish we could use rifles here. ML or shotguns only. There has been talk of pistol caliber rifles but the DNR has been opposing them. When you can use a modern inline ML that has the range and power of a 45/70 it is pretty stupid to not allow rifles or at least pistol caliber rifles. What do we know though. They are the smart ones in charge....
If I go out I will use my Encore .50 cal. It has been stellar for the last 10 years. The only time I use a shotgun anymore is if we are going to do a drive, which is not often.
If I go out I will use my Encore .50 cal. It has been stellar for the last 10 years. The only time I use a shotgun anymore is if we are going to do a drive, which is not often.
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Rusty, my latest build. A custom FN Mauser re-barreled into .270 for long-range mule deer/antelope/caribou work. It'll be topped with a 3x9 Redfield, and currently sits in a Hogue stock with a Timney trigger. Still getting this one dialed in for the season.RustyJr wrote:I was wondering what everyone is using for their deer rifle/rifles this year. I posted a picture of my grandfather's deer rifle in another post. I figure I will use that and my Ruger 77 Hawkeye also in 270 Winchester. I reckon we'll through in the Elk rifles in for you fellas that live out west. What are y'all using and how is it "set up"?
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And a Browning 95 in 30/40 Krag when I'm hunting the deep timber and oak foothills. Outfitted with a replica Lyman sight. Shoots 165gr Sierra handloads like a dream to 150 yds. My eyes can't go much beyond that with irons.
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State regs will keep my rifles put away so it will probably be the trusty 870 smoothbore again this year. Although I am seriously considering going handgun only this year, Ruger Security Six.
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As it has been for quite some time now:
'94 Timber Carbine chambered for the venerable .444 Marlin, as the go to gun.
'94 Black Shadow for wet/snow, again chambered for the venerable .444 Marlin.
Mid-day walk about gun...'94 Winchester Trapper chambered for the .44 Magnum, this little beauty has taken 13 whitetail, one black bear, and a large bull Elk up in the Bitteroots down by the Clarke Fork.
Then, when Don sends me some 44-77 brass, I will load (.446 sized 385 gr, 77 grs FFg) them for my 71-84 Mauser and attempt to carry that beast for a day or so.
Also would like to haul around one of my Trapdoors too.
For muzzleload'n season, will only bring out my Great Plains hunter.
'94 Timber Carbine chambered for the venerable .444 Marlin, as the go to gun.
'94 Black Shadow for wet/snow, again chambered for the venerable .444 Marlin.
Mid-day walk about gun...'94 Winchester Trapper chambered for the .44 Magnum, this little beauty has taken 13 whitetail, one black bear, and a large bull Elk up in the Bitteroots down by the Clarke Fork.
Then, when Don sends me some 44-77 brass, I will load (.446 sized 385 gr, 77 grs FFg) them for my 71-84 Mauser and attempt to carry that beast for a day or so.
Also would like to haul around one of my Trapdoors too.
For muzzleload'n season, will only bring out my Great Plains hunter.
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OTHunter, I saw on the news today theres a 6300 ac fire north of Superior called the West Mullen fire I remembered you have some property down in that area FYI. danny
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Ive been picking a different Lever gun & chamber size for some years now
This year for Deer & Antelope im down to 357 - 45 Colt or 32 WS
with any luck ill have to buy another Lever Gun for next year
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This year for Deer & Antelope im down to 357 - 45 Colt or 32 WS
with any luck ill have to buy another Lever Gun for next year
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Danny, little bit east of there, north of Frenchtown.BigSky56 wrote:OTHunter, I saw on the news today theres a 6300 ac fire north of Superior called the West Mullen fire I remembered you have some property down in that area FYI. danny
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OTH, theres one NW of Frenchtown too. danny
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Thanks Danny, would have to go right through there to get back to my property. I am up the feed river to the Clark Fork 'bout ten-eleven miles past the foot hills (where it is all saw grass that you can see in the pictures) half way up the canyon in the big timbers on relatively flat step.BigSky56 wrote:OTH, theres one NW of Frenchtown too. danny
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Most likely I'll take my Big Bore 94 in .375 Win.