Idahotrophyhunter
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375 ruger with 260 partitions at 2800 fps for elk mule deer bear and wolves.
So what are you using this year???
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Richracer1
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Probably take out the 300RUM using 200ABs and the 375RUM using 260ABs for a nice bull elk to mount on the wall. I still have meat left from last year so I'll be very picky on the bull - if I don't see a decent (for me) bull, it isn't going to hurt my feelers if I don't shoot anything. I love to be out camping and seeing what shows up.
Oldtrader3
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A White Tail Slam is a 30 years undertaking for a guy like me. People that put down the slam need to realize that It does not have to be expensive. If you do it over 30 years, like I did, the Slam cost virtually nothing but resident licenses and time, a lot of time. So if some Canadian's who don't have easy access to the Slam want to minimize my accomplishment, have at it.
You are wrong though, I worked very hard to complete that Slam and it took me thirty years!!!! Think outside the box a little maybe? Don't criticize me. Get off your ass and earn your own Slam in Caribou, Moose, Bears?
I never shot a deer from a tree stand. I never shot a deer on a food plot. All of my deer were still hunted the old fashioned way and were killed because they made a mistake! I don't have to justify this. How many of you have killed a slam on foot, one on one with the deer? So make fun of my slam, go ahead?
My first slam deer and my largest took me three long hunting seasons to kill He was a close to 200 point 10 point with 12 inch points! By the time I killed him 3 years later, he was a 170 point, 9-point deer with no teeth and red hair. Don't tell me I did not earn that deer, I chased him for three years?
You are wrong though, I worked very hard to complete that Slam and it took me thirty years!!!! Think outside the box a little maybe? Don't criticize me. Get off your ass and earn your own Slam in Caribou, Moose, Bears?
I never shot a deer from a tree stand. I never shot a deer on a food plot. All of my deer were still hunted the old fashioned way and were killed because they made a mistake! I don't have to justify this. How many of you have killed a slam on foot, one on one with the deer? So make fun of my slam, go ahead?
My first slam deer and my largest took me three long hunting seasons to kill He was a close to 200 point 10 point with 12 inch points! By the time I killed him 3 years later, he was a 170 point, 9-point deer with no teeth and red hair. Don't tell me I did not earn that deer, I chased him for three years?
Charlie, I've also done my deer hunting the old fashioned way. Maine is very difficult deer hunting and any deer taken is an accomplishment. I've done far more than my fair share of walking in the Maine woods. I haven't taken a deer of your caliber but I'm still hoping (and walking).
Oldtrader3
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That is the thing, you have to out there and be learning all the time. The Benoit's did not invent that style of hunting? Many people in Maine have learned it the hard way. Killing a deer there is tough. I hunted there in Washington County while I was in High School every year.
salmonchaser
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I'll take mom's 257 Bob out for deer, also the 06. Oregon and Washington.
If we draw Montana antelope, the 06.
Elk, 338 Jarrett and the 375 # 1.
While in Alaska for the summer I'll be sporting the 450 bushmaster or the 45/70 guide gun, and the 454, but I'm not really hunting. Also OC. Love the bear spray.
Can't wait to learn what we draw.
If we draw Montana antelope, the 06.
Elk, 338 Jarrett and the 375 # 1.
While in Alaska for the summer I'll be sporting the 450 bushmaster or the 45/70 guide gun, and the 454, but I'm not really hunting. Also OC. Love the bear spray.
Can't wait to learn what we draw.
filmjunkie4ever
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- May 4, 2011
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My Winchester .30-06 with 165's for most everything just like usual...
Going to bust out the old .300 Savage if I draw that additional Doe tag.
Will probably use 150's in that old Model 99.
Going to bust out the old .300 Savage if I draw that additional Doe tag.
Will probably use 150's in that old Model 99.
DrMike
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Love seeing a dead thread resurrected. After a very painful season last year, I'm looking forward (cautiously) to some time afield this year. I was out of the country and missed the deadline for turning in LEH forms; so, no limited entry hunts this year. However, that means I'll have to content myself with moose, elk, whitetail, black bear and perhaps caribou. My wife is protesting that we don't need meat (I'm going on a high protein diet). I'm supposed to meet up with Sask Boy and Gerry for moose in August. Gerry is planning on staying over for a few days to see if we can tag an elk. It will be a bit disconcerting to hunt with two southpaws, but I imagine I'll somehow manage. Dan is insisting that we each carry a 35 Whelen. I may; and I may not. I may opt for my trusty old .280 (or even take the .338 Federal out again). I have a .358 Norma Magnum that is unblooded, and I still have hopes that an 8X58S will be available by then. My '06 has only accounted for one mule deer doe a few years ago, so that is always a possibility. And my 9.3X64 has taken only one head of game (a whitetail buck). It needs to drop something bigger. So, any of these (and several other rifles) are distinct possibilities for this year.
Bruce Mc
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Dr. Mike, I really feel for you, such a immense predicament to be in. Surrounded by Whelens with no where to go. How will you be successful with the use of mere .280s, .338s, or .358s. You could always go with a 6.9x64mm.
gerry
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DrMike":2g6f9g47 said:
Dan and I will try not to turn you over to our left leaning ways :shock:
This year it will be the 270 Win and 35 Whelen, there is a possibility of the 260 Rem getting out for a deer hunt too.
In the 270 Win the 160 gr Partition has quickly become a favorite, working with the Nosler AB's and BT's and they are showing promise.
In the 35 Whelen I may just stay with the 200 gr AB but am considering running the 200 gr TTSX or 225 gr AB for moose and elk this fall.
In the 260 Rem the 130 gr AB is ready to go and accurate but I hope to maybe use the 129 gr Hornady Spire Point too.
gerry
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Both excellent choices Vince, that TTSX will certainly dig deep on a moose.
DrMike
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I've taken more than a few moose with the 300WSM and a 180 grain TSX. Funnily enough, I have never used the TTSX, however.
I understand your apprehension Mike, but hopefully it will work for you. If you are doing any driving and scouting I would make one of them drive, and put the other in the backseat. A right handed person can exit a vehicle from the passenger side much faster than a lefty can from behind the wheel.
What am I using this year? For elk in Wyoming, it will be my trusty 300 WM, with the 180 gr. PT, ( unless I like the Swift Scirocco). For elk in Oregon, it will be my trusty 300 WM, with the 180 gr. PT, ( unless I like the Swift Scirocco). Backup for both hunts will be my 7 mm RM, with 160 Nosler AB, or Hornady 162 gr. PSP. For elk and deer in Washington it will be my trusty bow, (assuming my shoulder cooperates). Pretty similar to the previous years, I do not embracing changing things that work.
What am I using this year? For elk in Wyoming, it will be my trusty 300 WM, with the 180 gr. PT, ( unless I like the Swift Scirocco). For elk in Oregon, it will be my trusty 300 WM, with the 180 gr. PT, ( unless I like the Swift Scirocco). Backup for both hunts will be my 7 mm RM, with 160 Nosler AB, or Hornady 162 gr. PSP. For elk and deer in Washington it will be my trusty bow, (assuming my shoulder cooperates). Pretty similar to the previous years, I do not embracing changing things that work.
longrangehunter
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OMG, that is sooooooo funny!DrMike":88kdse46 said:
Oldtrader3
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Mike, this has been an extraordinary year for us as well. I have been in the hospital with MRSA and had two hernia operations last year. Donna on the other hand, has had two hip replacements, one in October one in March. She is finally getting to the point of being able to walk without a cane and do some gardening which is her favorite thing.
Because of this, and my own issues, I have not even been to the range this year. This is about to change hopefully and I can at least get back on a range schedule?
Because of this, and my own issues, I have not even been to the range this year. This is about to change hopefully and I can at least get back on a range schedule?
DrMike
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Elkman":twsk52nv said:
Good point, Bill. Don't know that I'd trust someone from Saskatchewan driving my vehicle. I'm not even certain they know how to drive over there. However, someone living on the wet coast (as does Gerry) may qualify as a driver. :lol:
I'm looking forward to some good times with these fellows. It should be a lot of fun for the three of us. Undoubtedly, there will be a lot of good-natured ribbing. Three rifle cranks together for a couple of weeks? Yeah, should be interesting.
