Two maybe stupid questions

[J Miller]

First; what is the formula to determine ft pds of muzzle energy? I've seen it before, but can't find it right now.

Second; is there a simple "how to" book, (with pics) on how to skin and gut game animals? I'm not a hunter, just a long time shooter, so my education for that is lacking.

Joe

[mikld]

http://www.airhog.com/convert.htm
Bullet weight X Muzzle velocity squared / 450411
I've also seen: 1/2 muzzle velocity squared = muzzle energy.

I haven't used these in mebbe 30 years, 'cause I just don't have any use for that info.

[J Miller]

http://www.airhog.com/convert.htm
Bullet weight X Muzzle velocity squared / 450411
I've also seen: 1/2 muzzle velocity squared = muzzle energy.

I haven't used these in mebbe 30 years, 'cause I just don't have any use for that info.

mikld,
Thanks for the formula. When you square something you multiply it by itself ... correct?
The reason I wanted that formula is because IL requires 500 ft pds of muzzle energy for handguns to be legal for deer. I've got a load I'm pretty sure is legal, but I want to make sure.

Joe

[J Miller]

Well, using the Airhog: Muzzle Energy Calculations site I just found out both my favorite loads are IL legal from my 7.5" Ruger BH, but only one from the 4.75" Uberti Cattleman.
Cool!

Joe

[Booger Bill]

Joe I dont know about your first question, but if you get ahold of sarah, she might let you know where she gets her info.

[AJMD429]

The 'game processing' videos are far better than books. Many on-line videos are good, as well.

[alnitak]

I have a great .pdf document called "Boning out your deer" by Oregon State University. It includes detailed instructions and pictures. Send me a PM with your email and I'll get it off to you (5 MB file).

[J Miller]

The 'game processing' videos are far better than books. Many on-line videos are good, as well.

AJ,
Problem with that is it takes nearly an hour to down load a 3 minute youtube video. That is .... if the modem stays connected.

I have a great .pdf document called "Boning out your deer" by Oregon State University. It includes detailed instructions and pictures. Send me a PM with your email and I'll get it off to you (5 MB file).

PM on the way.

Joe

[dr walker]

Joe, Sam Fadala wrote a book on game care and processing. "The complete Guide to Game care and Cookery"

Abe books has them starting at $1.00 with 2.62 shipping.

http://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchR ... &x=45&y=12

[gundownunder]

Joe, do a Google on "dressing and butchering game" and you will find plenty to get you started.
Here is one I found which gives a general overview, http://www.tn.gov/twra/pdfs/gamehandling.pdf

[Tycer]

Dress em Out by James A. Smith

http://www.amazon.com/Dress-Em-Out-Jame ... 0883171074

[AJMD429]

Problem with that is it takes nearly an hour to down load a 3 minute youtube video. That is .... if the modem stays connected.

Yeah - forgot about that.

The local library might have stuff, too. If nothing else, does them good to get a person in now and then requesting 'gun' or 'hunting' stuff - keeps 'em edjucated about those of us who aren't citified.