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  1. eaglemountainman

    Wrap for spotting scopes

    Has anyone used Gear Aid Camo Form nonadhesive camo tape, or something similar, to wrap and protect their spotter? I have a Kowa TSN-774 inbound and I'm looking for a way to protect it from light abuse and dirt. I have the Kowa stay-on cover on my TSN-554, but I'm not too crazy about it. I'll...
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    So, how light can a Kimber Hunter be? A build thread.

    Nice. My Montanas, in 7-08 and 257 Robts, both weight 6lb 0.7 oz with Lewey 2-7X33 and 3 rounds.
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    So, how light can a Kimber Hunter be? A build thread.

    @mtwarden I like the gray pebble paint! Looks great. So what's your final weight, all up, with 3 rounds and no sling?
  4. eaglemountainman

    Where would you aim?

    G5. Short out the Brachial Plexus and they fall in their shadows.
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    Colder weather boots

    To help with sweat, I spray my feet well with Sure unscented antiperspirant and wear full cushion Darn Tough merino wool socks.
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    New Howa Superlite rifle

    I was a bit intrigued, and ready to jump for a 7-08, at less than 1,000 bucks. After reading some of these reviews, I've decided that I'm quite happy with my Montanas.
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    Hornday Comparative

    This^^^^^^^^^^ To measure COAL, from headstamp to bullet tip, just a set of calipers is needed. But as stated above, measuring from headstamp to bullet ogive is the more accurate method. This is due to the inconsistencies in bullet tips. I recommend having both, the headspace comparator and...
  8. eaglemountainman

    Fixed Blade Knife for backcountry hunts

    A Grohmann #1 with stag scales (middle) has kept me happy for the last 5-6 years. It replaces a J A Henckels (top) that I used for over 40 years.
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    Food plot chemical prices!

    Whew! Glad I'm a stillhunter.
  10. eaglemountainman

    Antelope field care

    Field dress it immediately. Ideally, try to pull the hide and get it under refrigeration within an hour. Certainly no more than 2 hrs.
  11. eaglemountainman

    Elmer Fudd pants won in a Auction

    Yep. Wear em every year in the NE. They are warm...even when wet. They might be a bit heavy, but none of the new technologies have yet to equal wool. Might be too warm for Texas.
  12. eaglemountainman

    Leaf River and George River Herds

    Glad I went when I did in 2000. One of the best hunting adventures I've been on. I believe the cost was $3,400 Montreal to Montreal including airfares, overnite in Kuujjuaq and 2 tags. So sad what a major role greed played in this, though not surprising.
  13. eaglemountainman

    Wisconsin -> North Carolina?

    If I didn't love it and feel comfortable with the people there, I would never consider a move there. Live where you're happy....
  14. eaglemountainman

    Mystery Ranch fit

    If you can't get a good fit, no matter whose product it is, look outside the brand. A comfortable frame trumps brand badging and price everytime.
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    Best rechargeable headlamp

    Nitecore HC33
  16. eaglemountainman

    Anticosti Island Outfitters

    @iduckhunt Thank you! That's a very nice offer, but I've gone in another direction and my plans are set. Good luck on your hunt.
  17. eaglemountainman

    7mm-08 vs. 6.5 PRC for muleys

    I'm not a big fan of tracking either, unless there's snow. For that reason I favor a high shoulder shot, to short circuit the brachial plexus. When so hit with a 120 TTSX, every whitetail, muley or antelope has fallin in their shadow. Curious to know where you're hitting them.
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    Anticosti Island Outfitters

    Thanks. It's not that important to me. I was just looking for this year to fill a hole left by a lack of a western tag. Part of that was my own doing. I'll pull a tag next year. Good luck to you on the island.
  19. eaglemountainman

    Anticosti Island Outfitters

    @iduckhunt Unfortunately, I didn't make out very well. Like you said, they had no dates available for November.
  20. eaglemountainman

    7mm-08 vs. 6.5 PRC for muleys

    I'm also firmly in the 7-08 camp. A Montana so chambered, and pushing 120 TTSXs, is my preferred rifle for everything. At this point in the thread, I have nothing to add that wouldn't be redundant.
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