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Post by markhampton on Aug 24, 2018 17:34:50 GMT -5
Roger that.....
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Post by markhampton on Aug 23, 2018 18:41:21 GMT -5
It is a standard AR grip.
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Post by markhampton on Aug 23, 2018 18:39:07 GMT -5
Congrats on two fine rams -- well done!
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Post by markhampton on Aug 18, 2018 17:32:49 GMT -5
Double-broomed is a term used by sheep hunters. The Alaskan Fish and Game define this as broken. On this 11 year old ram, he has broken both sides of his lamb tips. Some rams do this by rubbing against rocks. Some hunters speculate -- when the horns turn upward - with lamb tips, it can obstruct their vision. While rams with long horns and lamb tips are quite impressive looking -- many sheep hunters prefer to take the oldest ram possible. In this case, the ram was the oldest guy on the mountain -- like me.
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Post by markhampton on Aug 18, 2018 7:58:03 GMT -5
Thank You for the kind words gents. This ram was taken with Nosler's new handgun in 6.5 Creedmoor using 120 gr. BT. We were fortunate to get within 210 yards. One shot and the ram dropped stone dead. He was double-broomed, 11 years old. I am thankful I got to climb another mountain.
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Post by markhampton on Jun 18, 2018 9:09:26 GMT -5
Snyd, Thanks for the picture. I'd probably have a stroke if I saw a ram of this size! I hope you have a successful season as well.
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Post by markhampton on Jun 17, 2018 16:51:06 GMT -5
Snyd, Well, it's not getting any easier  but then again, I'm not getting any younger! Trying to get in five days a week. |
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Post by markhampton on Jun 14, 2018 11:12:14 GMT -5
Will be hunting with Mike Litzen - western Alaskan Range.
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Post by markhampton on Jun 10, 2018 18:36:52 GMT -5
Ken, I hope you are well. Never an AR fan - I was a bit concerned about the grip style. Once I got acclimated with it - everything is fine. The bolt cycles smooth as silk. But the accuracy -- with factory ammunition, is what impresses me the most. I'm going to start working up loads but if they are any better...…………….The muzzle brake eliminates most all of the recoil and I have mounted a Leupold 4.5-14x rifle scope with no issues. It's an enjoyable shooting rig for sure.
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Post by markhampton on Jun 10, 2018 7:55:59 GMT -5
2672 fps with Nosler factory 120 gr. BT
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Post by markhampton on Jun 10, 2018 6:50:34 GMT -5
There are certainly folks (right handed) who would prefer the bolt located on the left side - for obvious reasons. I'm probably one of those guys in the minority on this issue - I prefer working the bolt, loading and unloading with my right hand.
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Post by markhampton on Jun 9, 2018 19:48:56 GMT -5
Thanks for posting Darrell! I've been shooting the Nosler handgun since late last year. The first prototype was in 22 Nosler and it was a shooter. Killed a bobcat on the farm during the winter. The revised model showed up as a 6.5 Creedmoor. This single-shot handgun is extremely accurate. Getting ready for a dall sheep hunt in AK, I sighted-in at 200 yards. Three-shot group measured .810" using factory Nosler 120 gr. BT ammo. More info can be found on Nosler's website and articles in AMERICAN HANDGUNNER and GUNS magazines forthcoming. It's not every day handgun hunters have new products introduced -- especially from major companies. I'm thankful Nosler took the plunge...………..
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Post by markhampton on Apr 22, 2018 7:49:23 GMT -5
Dick, You're definitely having too much fun! Keep it up.............and those are two good looking handguns serving you well.
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Post by markhampton on Jan 12, 2018 21:19:12 GMT -5
Dick, Just for fun and giggles I'll take a wild stab. Judging from the photos -- 1st cat = 135 pounds, 2nd cat 145, 3rd cat 155.
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Post by markhampton on Jan 11, 2018 15:59:37 GMT -5
Trademark, That is a very big male mtn. lion!
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but then again, I'm not getting any younger! Trying to get in five days a week.