Outdoor Recreation - October 2007

Hi. I'd like to know what are the basic things, transcending personal taste, that one should look for in a big-bore hunting rifle (for using on African Safari, the Big 5, for example).

I do not know too much so please keep it simple. It seems that a telescopic sight is a must, as is a carefully fitted firearm.

I understand calibre and ammuntion types are personal taste to a certain degree but what are the main players? Also, what rifle brands are always heard of in these circles?

Bolt Action only? Magazine size? Stock type? Following an earlier question I have learned that I like a stock called 'Machlinner (sp)', where the whole barrel is encased in wood- could you have a rifle like this?

Please help a complete novice understand how it works. Thanks!

2007-10-26 01:56:42 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

the metal thing on the other side of the button that lets you take out the clip it fell off and i tryed to put it back but it wont let me take the clip out help me please!!

2007-10-26 01:42:46 · 5 answers · asked by pokemon freak231 2 in Hunting

Hi, I have long been interested in Africa having Rhodesian roots and read about the 'Big Five' hunting whenever I can. Whether or not I am pro-or-anti hunting is irrelevant.

I know that hunting some animals is beneficial to the local environment and may benefit the hunter's own community (if they're from foreign fields) in terms of research and education. But what about hunting the Big Five?

Any educated answers are welcome but please don't use this to rant about your own views surrounding the ethics of hunting in general. I am interested specifically in the results of hunting the Big Five. Incidentally, how easy is it for an American or European to go and hunt the 5 these days?

Also, as an aside, is it possible to get hunting rifles these days that have wooden flanks covering the whole barrel, as with the M1 and .303 infantry rifles of ww2? Can you provide a link or name, and what are the pro's/ con's of this design in terms of hunting, if still used?

Thanks!

2007-10-25 23:08:33 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

I just bought a new Desert Eagle XIX with a nickel finish. I am really proud of it and immediately thought that "it's a shame that it comes with these cheap crap grips" but all the manufacturer and other after market sellers seem to offer is rubber or dark colored wooden grips. For such a popular gun there is surprisingly little in the way of accessories. Does anyone know where I can pick up some nice grips for this gun. Pearl, Ivory, or anything else nice that I haven't thought of, I'm open to anything. Even feel free to plug your shop or site as long as you have my grips.

2007-10-25 21:35:52 · 4 answers · asked by BigKen 1 in Hunting

I want a handgun that loads easily with a clip. I don't know what brand or type i'm looking for or how much they cost. or what i need to do to get my first one.

2007-10-25 20:20:39 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

2007-10-25 19:14:03 · 4 answers · asked by coondawgtom 1 in Hunting

2007-10-25 17:39:03 · 7 answers · asked by jerry G 1 in Hunting

Im looking for a good holster for a Commander sized 1911. I not sure about iwb vs owb, j hook, Kydex vs leather...

2007-10-25 16:33:26 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

2007-10-25 15:54:45 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

2007-10-25 15:28:17 · 19 answers · asked by borndownsouth 1 in Hunting

I'm looking to buy a .22 rimfire for plinking as well as a handgun for self-defense (though not necessarily in the same day). I live in southern California, and as guns aren't sold in pawnshops, I want to know; would I would get a lower price going to a retail show (like Turners Outdoorsman), or going to a gun show? I am not currently an NRA member, and I do not currently have my handgun license

2007-10-25 15:15:14 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

2007-10-25 14:48:20 · 18 answers · asked by krsgolfgod01 2 in Hunting

what powder loads and bullets for a t/c encore

2007-10-25 14:38:39 · 6 answers · asked by redneck 1 in Hunting

Are you pleased with it?

2007-10-25 14:33:37 · 24 answers · asked by Hunter S 1 in Hunting

Hello, I have a question concerning caliber size. Why would anyone choose a .357 over a .44? Or would they? A .44 is bigger, so doesn't that mean it's automatically better?

2007-10-25 14:16:09 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

Im 20 years old i live in texas can i buy a handgun? Is it hard to get your concealed handgun liscense? Im buying a ruger mark 2 .22 is that a good gun??

2007-10-25 13:50:46 · 13 answers · asked by krsgolfgod01 2 in Hunting

2007-10-25 13:30:39 · 15 answers · asked by krsgolfgod01 2 in Hunting

If fish are underwater and can't really hear above the surface

2007-10-25 13:27:05 · 30 answers · asked by I hate Hillary Clinton 6 in Fishing

2007-10-25 13:16:13 · 6 answers · asked by krsgolfgod01 2 in Hunting

2007-10-25 13:15:55 · 6 answers · asked by krsgolfgod01 2 in Hunting

I'm looking at purchasing a silencer for my AR and was wondering, once the 4 months are up and everything, if i was to buy it off of a site like auctionarms.com, do i need to have it transfered to another class 3 dealer? I cant just transfer it to a normal ffl can I?

2007-10-25 13:00:38 · 11 answers · asked by notthenameiwanted 3 in Hunting

I was at the gun shop today and they have a brand new blued heritage arms single action revolver there for $190. I thought that was pretty cheap for a new gun. I own 8 guns already in various calibers but was thinking about buying this gun as a cheap means of target shooting since it is .22LR. Are there any heritage arms small caliber revolver owners out there who can weigh in? Does heritage arms make quality firearms? I don't know much about them. Are they solid or am I wasting $190 by buying one?

2007-10-25 12:42:01 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

What is the best shotgun for under $300. Preferably 20 Ga. but a good quality shotgun.

2007-10-25 11:44:16 · 9 answers · asked by kebahj1 2 in Hunting

Does Dick's sell Shotguns? I was looking at there website, and none was listed. Thanks.

2007-10-25 10:42:35 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

I am okay at spotting animals in the wilderness, but not the best. I have good vision, but I just want to get better at spotting animals. How do I get better at spotting animals besides practicing more?

2007-10-25 10:04:21 · 8 answers · asked by mountain_walrus 2 in Hunting

battery is charged,its a 150 johnson(cold natured).can i add rubbing alchohol to help?

2007-10-25 10:02:15 · 12 answers · asked by pez 1 in Fishing

how do i take my name off the federal form 4473 for guns because i bought a gun for a friend and the gun was just recenly in a shooting and i dont want to get into trouble in the future so i need lots of helping geting my name off

2007-10-25 10:01:16 · 13 answers · asked by cis1103shelleyneese 1 in Hunting

I live in NJ. So any in the NY or PA area.

2007-10-25 09:36:14 · 6 answers · asked by R 2 in Hunting

2007-10-25 09:23:13 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting

2007-10-25 09:02:08 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hunting