lancetkenyon

Pull the bolt and look down the barrel for obvious signs of neglect. Check for smooth operation of bolt. Check for wear on bolt lugs. Check action to stock contact at rear for any signs of loose action bolts while firing. If the guy is honest, he will tell you approximate round count if he knows. Look up the serial # here... http://www.hotgunz.com/ to ensure it is not stolen.

If the match bullets hit where you want, why not use them for hunting? I use Sierra Match Kings and Berger Target or Hybrids in a lot of different guns for hunting, and will be next week for elk with my daughter shooting. They have taken everything from rabbits, to javelina, to deer to elk. They have all performed flawlessly. Putting the bullet in the engine room is what will get you game. A HPBT match bullet should work just fine on a .308 at reasonable distances. It doesn't matter what type of bullet you are using if you can't hit the game.

Thanks Tony, enjoy the bow. Bump, red/white/blue Parker still available. Would make a great Christmas gift.

I am cleaning out my reloading room a bit, and have a few bows I am getting rid of. 2nd=$30 Bear Koala 22" draw length 25# draw weight (+/- 5#) Archers Choice 3 pin fiber optic sight Timberdoodle rest Peep sight

Sorry Big or Bust. I am in N. central Phx area. Yes, scope is adjustable objective.

Sold. Thanks.

Sold pending funds.

I got a nibble, and maybe a bite.....

I think I would kick my own butt if I did that. Sorry to hear, but yeah, it happens. The Fever gets you.

Plus, PCR is super fast with builds.

With the Jr. hunts coming up, this is a GREAT pig/coues rifle. Light weight, and smoking fast and accurate. Coyotes drop like the hammer of Thor hit them, and jacks literally vaporize. It's a sight to see.

.257 Barnes stuff is sold. I have requests for the other stuff, but nothing firm yet. Waiting on a member (Couesdeer) to seal the deal. I will let you all know. If I don't hear by tomorrow, I will go to the next member request. 1. 40-year-AZ-hunter for the Partitions 2. Hoss50 for the remainder of the .257 stuff next. 3. Duxngeez third in line for the .257 stuff plus the .30-06 brass

Good job bud.

All .257 bullets and .30-06 brass spoken for. Still have the .308 175 LRX bullets available. They sell new for $39/box of 50.

North Central Phx. Near Sportsman's Warehouse. I-17 & 101 area.

^ This.

Here is my opinion. I am not sure how the wind got you, probably underestimation. But, it anchored the deer for you to be able to get another shot, and finish the job. The deer was found and dispatched. It looks like it would have been a lethal shot eventually, and I am glad you located it and completed the job as quickly as you could. I do not think a 700 yard shot is out of the question for those that practice routinely at those, and further, distances. But, we have a responsibility to the game we hunt to make the kill as quickly and humanely as possible. I have seen perfectly shot game go a long distance and a long time before expiring. I have also seen game hit poorly, which died quickly, due to shock to the system. I would not sweat the shot, use this as an example for the future and practice more for next year. When you are used to shooting at 1K+, it makes the 700s seem easy. Personally, I limit my long range shots to when the wind is very calm to still. If it is windy, I shorten the shots to no more than 500 yards, depending on the rifle and game I am shooting at. Nice bucks, and I see some good eating in your future.

There you go. From 4'10" & 70# to 6'6" & 285#. Fits 99.5% of everyone!!!

I have a new, unopened box of 50, plus an open box with about 40 (I will get exact count later today). In the open box, 20 are new, and 20 are pulled with no damage other than a shine around the base. $50 for all. Part #30807 .308 cal. 175 gr LRX BT (long range TTSX BT) 1.476" long .264 SD .508 BC 1 in 10" twist recommended New price $38.99/box of 50

Koala is SPF.

Thanks for the pack, Mike. I hope to put some elk in it next week!

I just picked one of these up from a fellow member here yesterday. I have another Eberlestock pack that I love, and wanted to pick one up for my 12 year old daughter. She now is the proud owner of an X2 pack. I will probably use it on occasion as well. They are VERY adjustable. she is on the petite side (about 4'10" and 70#), and it fits her with everything tightened down as far as it will go. I also tried it on (I am 5'7" and 155#). Plenty of growth available for a bigger guy than me. We dropped two gallon water jugs in it when she was trying it on to add a little weight (17+ #), and she was very comfortable. Combo internal frame with an aluminum additional exterior frame to help stiffen and spread weight. Lots of Molle straps for adding small packs of accessory holders. Thanks to Mike for the great deal he gave my daughter on hers.

I have the same frame pack. Works just fine for big loads. Packed out my deer last month with it, a big bodied muley. I have also used it for packing into the Black River on the San Carlos for a week of fishing. It goes with me on all big game hunts for packing out duty. I have packed out javelina, deer, quartered elk on many occasions over the past 15+ years. By itself, the frame pack is very light when empty. But can haul 80-100# when loaded with ease. More if you are up to it.

Welcome to the site. Browsing on here will lead you to some new hunting buddies. Good luck in the future. In all reality, I usually don't mind hunting solo for a short period of time (like 4-5 days). After that, I really start to miss my family. Luckily, I have a couple great friends for day trips, but none of them hunt big game like I prefer to, so those are the solo trips. My brother has started to show interest in deer hunting for next year, so time will tell.