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    160 gr AB verses a black bear

    It was nice Accubond expansion. No pictures. In the part of the Oregon coastal area I was in, there is no cell phone reception, so it was in the truck. Bear was only 150ish lbs. Little sow, but will make great bear sausage.
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    160 gr AB verses a black bear

    160 AB from a 280 Rem. Range was 185 yds. Hit the bear face on and found the bullet opposite side behind the ribs inside the cutaneous fat. Broke the jaw and a few ribs.
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    Hard works pays off

    Nice cartridge. It has impressed me 200 e-tip and 185 TSX have been bear slayers for me
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    Ranking the Levers

    I have a couple Marlin 375s and a W94 in 375. Really liking the 375, just hard to find components. Recently bought a nice older Marlin in 30/30 (pre-safety) would be great if it were a 35 Rem.
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    375 Winchester

    My favorite lever gun round. It looks just like a mini-45/70. I have a pair of Marlins and a Winchester. The 220s are rare to come across. If you want to try some 235 gr cast., i bought some from Carolina Cast that have shot well
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    6.5-284 Norma vs 6.5 Swede

    Thanks gents. I have had several really nice shooting Savage rifles over the years, they just are not as svelte as the Finnlights. Cheers
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    6.5-284 Norma vs 6.5 Swede

    As I look over the data, just does not seem to be much difference (150-200 FPS) difference. I have a Savage 6.5-285 Norma with a long action that I can seat the bullets long. I also have a Sako Finnlight in 6.5 Swede that also allows the bullets to be seated long. They both shoot well, just...
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    6.5 cal 129 gr LRAB

    Thanks Dr
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    6.5 cal 129 gr LRAB

    Wanting to try these in my 6.5-284 Norma. Do I use the same load data as the 130 gr AB? Thanks
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    High power binos - 15 X

    Found a pair of Minox 15 x that are coming my way.
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    High power binos - 15 X

    I am looking for these for spring bear which here is Oregon is lots of spotting on clear cuts. Here is my ride to the tops of the clear cuts. Upon seeing the right bear, the stalk begins. So, weight to carry himing is less of a concern as my Zeiss HD 10x cover that
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    High power binos - 15 X

    Going to keep checking CameralandNY looking for some Minox maybe
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    High power binos - 15 X

    Thinking a out trying some high power binos for spot and stalking bears. Put them on a tripod and glass for a while. Anyone with experience? I have a nicespotter already but mainly use it at the range. Also have good 10 X binos which are quite nice too Thanks
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    .264 120gr E-Tip. ?

    SPS has 129 gr LRAB on sale. Have a few bags coming.
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    Kodiak Canvas Truck Tent

    I have a 10 x 14 Kodiac tent. Had it a couple years. Lots of room and sturdy and dry. My has the end windows for summer ventolation. Kodiac seems to build a good product
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    .264 120gr E-Tip. ?

    Old thread....but thinking about the 120 gr E-tip for my 6.5-284 Norma. Anyone have experience with this bullet? My rifle is a Savage with a long chamber. Shoots 140 CC very well and starting to work up a hunting load for black bears. Either 140 AB or Partition, but then what about the 120...
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    Swarovski for Christmas !!

    Curious...after 2 years, do you still have the 243 Finnlight? The one caliber Finnlight I have not aquired Eric
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    30 cal e-tip. 180 and 182 grain?

    I saw some that the lower weight bullets were banded? Wonder if that is enough differenece in metal?
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    Coming - New to me Sako 30-06 - what light bullet to try

    Have a like new Sako Finnlight coming in next week. Already have one in 30-06 that I have dialed in for 180 gr Partitions. Was thinking about running lighter bullets in this one. Maybe 150 gr E-tips, old stand bye 165 Partitions or 165 gr AB? Primary purpose black bears, elk, maybe a pig...
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    Orchemo

    I just pulled out the wife's Visa card. Wonder if she will notice?
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