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Re: What's up with the busy reticles? SDHNTR #18628894 07/31/23
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JGRaider Campfire Ranger J Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 28,310 Likes: 21 W. Texas	Originally Posted by SDHNTR You two just can’t help yourselves! So easily triggered. I don’t have to justify myself to anyone, least of which you two. Full freezers and packed trophy rooms tell my story to those I care about quite nicely. Taylor Swift is touring. You two should get together and go see her. She’ll probably play your song. LOL.......don't dare go near this thread, as it's for posters here who actually do something more than lip service. Keep trying though, you're doing great! https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbt...alls-invited-to-participate#Post17701874 It is irrelevant what you think. What matters is the TRUTH.

GB1

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? geedubya #18628905 07/31/23
Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,954 Likes: 5 Denton, TX G gsganzer OP Campfire Regular
OP gsganzer Campfire Regular G Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,954 Likes: 5 Denton, TX	Originally Posted by geedubya PS: As an aside, I have become a huge fan of RMR/red dot sights...... especially when the target it is on the move! I'd bet an RMR would work well on a Buff hunt. According to the PH's, the red dot's/RMR's have become pretty popular on DGR's. Almost all the PH's I was recently with were saving money to buy one. I've recently started using one on a little Sig 365 pistol for EDC. I've used it a bunch to finish-off or kill trapped pigs. They're pretty slick.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? geedubya #18628953 07/31/23
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rickt300 Campfire Outfitter R Joined: Oct 2002 Posts: 13,534 Likes: 4 Texas	Originally Posted by geedubya Originally Posted by Big Stick The AMAZINGLY long list of simplistic schit that Texans can’t do,never fails to amaze. Hint. Fhuqking LAUGHING!……….. I will be the first to admit that as a critter that operates "within a narrow band of mediocrity", there are a multitude of things I can't do. However, I typically can read and understand a straight forward question posed in American English print, even Cursive. So with that in mind, IIRC I've heard a fellow intone "Start at the Fcuking Start" or something to that effect. Originally Posted by gsganzer I've been searching for a good scope for a .375 H&H for a buff hunt and finally decided on a Swaro Z6i 1-6x24 w/4i reticle. However, in my search I couldn't help but note all the elaborate and busy reticles. Most seem better suited for benchrest target shooting, than actual hunting conditions. I also noted how big and blocky so many of the scope bodies have become, with huge ocular dimensions, that would surely make an issue with bolt handle lift on many rifles. I also noted that many scopes are getting short bodies, making mounting on long actions a challenge. It seems like most scopes (at least on the lower power models) are now designed for the AR tactical crowd and there are very few that are well suited for long action, bolt gun hunting rifles. Are true basic hunting scopes starting to fade away? Only for the unimagnintive, and willfully ignorant (meaning no disrespect to the OP).... Some Options I am using/persuing. Not the quality of the Swaro Z6i, but...... Top to bottom QR combo for the Sauer 404, Aimpoint H2 Micro 2MOA Red Dot Leupold 2.5 -7 x 33 VX-R w/ iIlluminated Dot. Trijicon RMR Dot Type 2, 3.25 MOA Red Dot Leupold Freedom 1.5-4 x 20, Pig Plex Reticle Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy! ya! GWB PS: As an aside, I have become a huge fan of RMR/red dot sights...... especially when the target it is on the move! I'd bet an RMR would work well on a Buff hunt. Man when you go on to the next level your relatives are going to have an epic Alamo style battle! Dog I rescued in January

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? rickt300 #18628969 07/31/23
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goalie Campfire Outfitter Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 12,584 Likes: 1 Minnesota	Originally Posted by rickt300 Man when you go on to the next level your relatives are going to have an epic Alamo style battle! Or he'll have been squared away and have it all taken care of and understood by the surviving relatives. 😉

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? gsganzer #18629025 07/31/23
Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 14,211 Likes: 29 Texas G geedubya Campfire Outfitter
geedubya Campfire Outfitter G Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 14,211 Likes: 29 Texas	Originally Posted by gsganzer According to the PH's, the red dot's/RMR's have become pretty popular on DGR's. Almost all the PH's I was recently with were saving money to buy one. I've recently started using one on a little Sig 365 pistol for EDC. I've used it a bunch to finish-off or kill trapped pigs. They're pretty slick. 10/4! As mentioned, I am a red dot fan! Since you mention it......... The P365 has been my daily carry almost since they came out. Prior to that the Glock 43 was my daily carry, but it is hard to argue with being accompanied by 12 to 16 friends. I sometimes carry 15 hours a day. Add to the fact that at 72 I have "old man's but and a full size 1911 or Glock drags my pants down no matter how tight I cinch my belt. A caveat, as I have an astigmatism, I am not fond of them at night I very seldom go to the stop and rob at night, but do hunt quite a bit at night..... prefer a light and laser.... ya! GWB A Kill Artist. When I draw, I draw blood.

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Re: What's up with the busy reticles? gsganzer #18629076 07/31/23
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OP gsganzer Campfire Regular G Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,954 Likes: 5 Denton, TX	I bought a Holosun 507K2 for my P365. Really cool sight. I upgraded to a Wilson Combat X frame with weights and it's an extremely manageable little 9mm. I was plinking a 6" plate easily at 25 yards. Not something you'd likely be able to do with a J-frame or some of the other small CCW pistols.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? SDHNTR #18629110 07/31/23
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 26,771 Likes: 28 Metairie, LA PaulBarnard Campfire Ranger
PaulBarnard Campfire Ranger Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 26,771 Likes: 28 Metairie, LA	Originally Posted by SDHNTR Originally Posted by PaulBarnard Originally Posted by JGRaider Originally Posted by PaulBarnard Originally Posted by SDHNTR Has absolutely nothing to do with figuring out how. It’s a personal and philosophical decision. I prefer to “hunt quietly” now. I see. He's another one of those who runs his mouth more than he should, and can't prove anything. Lot's of those types around here. "Hunt quietly" apparently means brag and blab about the results, but refuse to share pics. Think about that. In this thread alone, he has trashed the quality of the content here. He has bitched about how the site isn't photo friendly. He has bragged about his hunting skill and kills. He has called that "hunting quietly." He has implied that he can post pics, but has refused to post them. LOLOLOL You two just can’t help yourselves! So easily triggered. I don’t have to justify myself to anyone, least of which you two. Full freezers and packed trophy rooms tell my story to those I care about quite nicely. Taylor Swift is touring. You two should get together and go see her. She’ll probably play your song. Calling someone on their bullschidt = triggered.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? JGRaider #18629124 07/31/23
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 26,771 Likes: 28 Metairie, LA PaulBarnard Campfire Ranger
PaulBarnard Campfire Ranger Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 26,771 Likes: 28 Metairie, LA	Originally Posted by JGRaider Originally Posted by SDHNTR Full freezers and packed trophy rooms tell my story to those I care about quite nicely. . LOL.......don't dare go near this thread, as it's for posters here who actually do something more than lip service. Keep trying though, you're doing great! https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbt...alls-invited-to-participate#Post17701874 Not cool, he already told you that he likes to "hunt quietly." You need to respect that hunting quietly means bragging on the worldwide web about MOARing down moose, packing freezers and hanging Pope and Crockett trophies, but not sharing pictures. Picture would be tacky and fly in the face of his quiet hunting philosophy. I wonder if he's related to KSMITH.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? gsganzer #18629343 07/31/23
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SDHNTR Campfire Regular S Joined: Jan 2019 Posts: 2,169 Likes: 2	GWB has some way cool guns!

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? PaulBarnard #18629354 07/31/23
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SDHNTR Campfire Regular S Joined: Jan 2019 Posts: 2,169 Likes: 2	Originally Posted by PaulBarnard Originally Posted by JGRaider Originally Posted by SDHNTR Full freezers and packed trophy rooms tell my story to those I care about quite nicely. . LOL.......don't dare go near this thread, as it's for posters here who actually do something more than lip service. Keep trying though, you're doing great! https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbt...alls-invited-to-participate#Post17701874 Not cool, he already told you that he likes to "hunt quietly." You need to respect that hunting quietly means bragging on the worldwide web about MOARing down moose, packing freezers and hanging Pope and Crockett trophies, but not sharing pictures. Picture would be tacky and fly in the face of his quiet hunting philosophy. I wonder if he's related to KSMITH. Just curious, what would you two do if proven wrong?

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Re: What's up with the busy reticles? SDHNTR #18629467 07/31/23
Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 28,310 Likes: 21 W. Texas J JGRaider Campfire Ranger
JGRaider Campfire Ranger J Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 28,310 Likes: 21 W. Texas	Originally Posted by SDHNTR Originally Posted by PaulBarnard Originally Posted by JGRaider Originally Posted by SDHNTR Full freezers and packed trophy rooms tell my story to those I care about quite nicely. . LOL.......don't dare go near this thread, as it's for posters here who actually do something more than lip service. Keep trying though, you're doing great! https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbt...alls-invited-to-participate#Post17701874 Not cool, he already told you that he likes to "hunt quietly." You need to respect that hunting quietly means bragging on the worldwide web about MOARing down moose, packing freezers and hanging Pope and Crockett trophies, but not sharing pictures. Picture would be tacky and fly in the face of his quiet hunting philosophy. I wonder if he's related to KSMITH. Just curious, what would you two do if proven wrong? Probably admit I was wrong. It's always good to be able to prove what you're arguing about as there are quite a few blowhards (Elkslayer, Old Toot, etc) that talk a good game but won't post up any pics. Go to the link and post 'em up. It is irrelevant what you think. What matters is the TRUTH.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? JGRaider #18629513 07/31/23
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JSTUART Campfire Ranger J Joined: Jun 2007 Posts: 29,810 Likes: 7 Land of milk and honey...for s...	Originally Posted by JGRaider Probably admit I was wrong. It's always good to be able to prove what you're arguing about as there are quite a few blowhards (Elkslayer, Old Toot, etc) that talk a good game but won't post up any pics. Go to the link and post 'em up. Well, not everyone you call out is full of shit. These are my opinions, feel free to disagree.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? JGRaider #18629669 07/31/23
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 26,771 Likes: 28 Metairie, LA PaulBarnard Campfire Ranger
PaulBarnard Campfire Ranger Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 26,771 Likes: 28 Metairie, LA	Originally Posted by JGRaider Originally Posted by SDHNTR Originally Posted by PaulBarnard Originally Posted by JGRaider Originally Posted by SDHNTR Full freezers and packed trophy rooms tell my story to those I care about quite nicely. . LOL.......don't dare go near this thread, as it's for posters here who actually do something more than lip service. Keep trying though, you're doing great! https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbt...alls-invited-to-participate#Post17701874 Not cool, he already told you that he likes to "hunt quietly." You need to respect that hunting quietly means bragging on the worldwide web about MOARing down moose, packing freezers and hanging Pope and Crockett trophies, but not sharing pictures. Picture would be tacky and fly in the face of his quiet hunting philosophy. I wonder if he's related to KSMITH. Just curious, what would you two do if proven wrong? Probably admit I was wrong. It's always good to be able to prove what you're arguing about as there are quite a few blowhards (Elkslayer, Old Toot, etc) that talk a good game but won't post up any pics. Go to the link and post 'em up. . I’d apologize and ask you why the reticence to post pics when you are willing tell the world what you have done. People enjoy pictures. More pics from more members might elevate the forum from its place of 20years ago.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? gsganzer #18629776 07/31/23
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SDHNTR Campfire Regular S Joined: Jan 2019 Posts: 2,169 Likes: 2	Tell you what, i’ll extend the olive branch. If you guys will honor your word, I will send plenty of pics via text message. I will not post pics publicly on the internet. Personal objection, end of story and it’s non negotiable. But if one of you are man enough to pm me your ph number, I will regale you with plenty of pics, just get ready to eat some crow.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? JSTUART #18629884 07/31/23
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JGRaider Campfire Ranger J Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 28,310 Likes: 21 W. Texas	Originally Posted by JSTUART Originally Posted by JGRaider Probably admit I was wrong. It's always good to be able to prove what you're arguing about as there are quite a few blowhards (Elkslayer, Old Toot, etc) that talk a good game but won't post up any pics. Go to the link and post 'em up. Well, not everyone you call out is full of shit. Most of 'em are easy.....really easy. I admit I get fooled every now and then though. In fact, IIRC you were one of them. It is irrelevant what you think. What matters is the TRUTH.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? SDHNTR #18630122 07/31/23
Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 26,771 Likes: 28 Metairie, LA PaulBarnard Campfire Ranger
PaulBarnard Campfire Ranger Joined: Oct 2004 Posts: 26,771 Likes: 28 Metairie, LA	Originally Posted by SDHNTR Tell you what, i’ll extend the olive branch. If you guys will honor your word, I will send plenty of pics via text message. I will not post pics publicly on the internet. Personal objection, end of story and it’s non negotiable. But if one of you are man enough to pm me your ph number, I will regale you with plenty of pics, just get ready to eat some crow. Let's do this. I'll spare you the trouble. I am sorry I called BS on you. If you ever find yourself in this God forsaken schidthole, hit me up. Viking food is on me and we can even sneak in a 50 mile bike ride and some kayak fishing. But be warned, I brag about my trophies. Hold into the Roundoaks.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? gsganzer #18630164 07/31/23
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JGRaider Campfire Ranger J Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 28,310 Likes: 21 W. Texas	Well.......I did man up and send SD my phone number, and he responded with quite a few beautiful trophies including blacktail, muleys, elk, a mtn goat, bear, caribou......most if not all bowkilled! Congrats SD, as I said in my text I was dead wrong, so please accept my apologies for giving you a healthy ration of BS. I stand corrected. It is irrelevant what you think. What matters is the TRUTH.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? JGRaider #18630238 07/31/23
Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 14,211 Likes: 29 Texas G geedubya Campfire Outfitter
geedubya Campfire Outfitter G Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 14,211 Likes: 29 Texas	Originally Posted by JGRaider Well.......I did man up and send SD my phone number, and he responded with quite a few beautiful trophies including blacktail, muleys, elk, a mtn goat, bear, caribou......most if not all bowkilled! Congrats SD, as I said in my text I was dead wrong, so please accept my apologies for giving you a healthy ration of BS. I stand corrected. +1 Good stuff! ya! GWB A Kill Artist. When I draw, I draw blood.

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? gsganzer #18630245 07/31/23
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SDHNTR Campfire Regular S Joined: Jan 2019 Posts: 2,169 Likes: 2	Ok, now that we got that out of the way… bygones are bygones and the hatchet’s buried. Apology accepted. Let’s move on. Not all of those critters were bow killed, a few of em were shot at 500+ too. I hunt with all kinds of weapons. But hey, let’s not forget the moose that got MOAR’d! LOL. I’m stealing that as a verb Paul! Quite funny. And what the hell is that fish? A tilapia? I’m going fishing tomorrow!

Re: What's up with the busy reticles? gsganzer #18630270 07/31/23
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goalie Campfire Outfitter Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 12,584 Likes: 1 Minnesota	I'll apologize for thinking you were full of it.

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