Oregon 2013 Elk Hunt

[Elkman]

Gerry
Generally I would say so! I have eaten a few very old cows and one old bull, not nearly the table fare of the younger animals. I also think that how it's cared for, and how long it took to get the animal down is also part of the equation. Just my .02

 

[gerry]

Good info to know, thanks.

 

[Oldtrader3]

I bought my first .338 WM (a Browning High Power) in 1968. That rifle and the 210 gr Partition did the job for me. Later on I bought a Pre-64 Alaskan Model 70 but could not tell any difference in the ability to kill elk. I am really happy that rifle worked for you Scotty and Bill just keeps going with his Mod 70, .300 WM. Great rifles for hunting a great game animal.

 

[elkeater2]

Congratulations to a couple deserving fellas getting it done right! Great pics and write-up Scotty! I can relate to the fun details like the tank switchover and the 4wd not kicking in. With the best of prep those little gremlins still sneak in. Just a great story, I'm glad to be in the reading section (vs. the packing pics) :grin: :grin:

 

[runtohunt]

Thanks SJB. I really feel the need to try although my wife is not in the least bit wild about the idea of processing my own game. I already have a nice grinder from Cabela's and really need to put it to work.

 

[SJB358]

You'll never regret taking care of your own meat. Very rewarding as well when you pull some outta the freezer for supper!

 

[Elkman]

I can relate to the fun details like the tank switchover and the 4wd not kicking in.

Its a lot more fun when you read about it. I took the lines off of the vacuum assist yesterday, reconnected them and the 4 wheel drive worked. Tomorrow I start changing the two primary components. I will "not" have that happen again.

 

[Oldtrader3]

Thanks SJB. I really feel the need to try although my wife is not in the least bit wild about the idea of processing my own game. I already have a nice grinder from Cabela's and really need to put it to work.

I have one of those HD Cabela's meat grinders as well. It seems that we do not use it nearly often enough!

 

[efw]

Wow Scott what an awesome adventure! Great work and nice bulls... Dewd that is GORGEOUS country! I'm turning green here!

 

[efw]

You'll never regret taking care of your own meat. Very rewarding as well when you pull some outta the freezer for supper!

...all true but I'll add, if I may, that it is a whole lot easier than it appears at first blush.