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I have the XOP stand and sticks. If if I’m being honest...it isn’t Lone Wolf (I have a Sit n Climb Wide)....that said, the sticks (I have the ones with three steps) are easy to use, and the stand is totally fine. The little block thing that allegedly can be mounted to the stand to hold the sticks on the stand didn’t work for me no matter how I tried to mount it. That said, I’m not remorseful of the purchase. I think with practice it could be a great tool. I won’t use it often, but I will use it. I bought the similar Hawk setup with two steps too... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks for the info. I must say, I made jump from VX3’s to VX5’s on a couple rifles. They are really nice. I still don’t ever find the VX3 lacking. I’m sure that VXR is a good one. Good luck with the sale! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

What’s the Leupold? Looks like a vx5hd... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

What smoker? Looks great! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Figured this is as good a spot as any, but apologies in advance if it’s a hijack. I am planning to make my first sausage ever and have purchased Backwoods (LEM) breakfast blend seasoning. For that I’m not planning on using casings, just ground. For this, I was planning about 80-20 venison to pork fat. Also was thinking I’d run some already ground in with the pork and grind it through a medium plate. Does that sound like a good plan? I also bought a summer sausage seasoning pack and some fibrous cases. I have meat that has not been ground yet and wanted advice on what to mix in with it. Was thinking pork and pork fat originally, but also wanted opinions on beef or a mix of pork and beef with the venison. I do not have a stuffer, just a grinder with a three plates and a tube. I also have a jerky shooter thing. Any input is appreciated. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I have a couple of the newer Browning BAR Shorttrac rifles in .308. I have always liked the idea of one in .243 as well. My .308’s are every bit as accurate as the Browning bolt guns I have in the same caliber. I can’t speak to other models or brands (besides the AR designs that also are very accurate) but I really like mine for hunting. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I like the idea of form fitting seat covers to protect my truck seats and to make easier to clean. Neoprene seems to be a popular option. Do any of you have them? Are they hot in the summer? How have they held up? Do they look cheap? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Just my opinion, but I’d spend money making habitat improvements on my own land before I paid for a lease if I had to choose one. If you can or are doing that already, then yeah more spots is great. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I will tell you I’ve done the live in a subdivision, go to the lease every weekend 100 miles away, the live in a subdivision and have my own hunting property, and now the house and the hunting property all in one. I don’t have a dog, but I can tell you I have a happier wife and kids since I’m “home” more now. Keep sanctuary areas on your property and you’ll be happy you can hunt out your back door. It is an amazing thing not having to get in your truck and drive to your hunting spot. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

102.5 grains of H4895?!? Holy smokes that’s awesome! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

How about draping a towel or something loosely over the breech (obviously being sure the hammer is free)? I bet you could muffle it to almost inaudible. Tuck under coat or hand muff thing or something... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Wives are cheaper to keep around than trucks. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Not to derail, but they do put a longer 2 qt range dipstick in as part of one service bulletin. The threshold is still 1qt in 3k miles. I have to run premium fuel in my or it detonated as well. 12:1 compression... Mine is getting new cylinder heads or a short block once they put a dye in the oil to see where it’s being consumed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Unless it’s a 2018...they are known for oil consumption issues. First time Ford truck owner here (bought it because of the aluminum body hopefully not rusting) and I hate how the 10speed tranny shifts and the oil consumption issue. Hoping it gets rectified under warranty soon. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I wear LL Bean wool as well. Wish they still made the camp pants without the wind stopper. I had a pair that wore through. They replaced them no questions asked. I wear the Jac shirt and have the parka. That parka is heavy, but warm. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I’ve always just used whatever powder solvent I’ve got around for BH209. Usually I have some Hoppes on hand. Seems to work well. I pretty much treat the barrel the way I do my centerfire rifles now. When I used to use Triple 7 pellets that was not the case. I too use Harvester sabots, and I shoot a Hornady FTX .452 250grain. TC Bone Collector with Leupold VX3i 1.5-5x20 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I see lots of almost new sub compacts with cabs for sale around the minute the weather warms up each year. I can tell you with confidence that you do not want a cab tractor that does not have air conditioning. The heat is awesome in winter, but they are incredibly hot inside that glass globe in anything above early spring or late fall temperatures. If you want a cab, AC is absolutely required. That said, I have a cab tractor and it is really nice having comfort and protection in the cab. I’ll never go back to open station on my main tractor. There aren’t any sub compacts that I’m aware of that you can get AC from the factory. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I just ordered a couple of these...too bad they’re made in China now. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I should probably clarify a bit as well. I have a stone and I’m decent with it. I have a chefs choice manual that seems “worn out” (if that can happen). My issue is not a sharp knife to field dress with, but instead I’m looking for a good way to get one back in good shape after hitting a bone or the like. Loving the info so far. Thanks! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I love the knife thread and feel like I haven’t found that perfect knife yet for gutting and for processing. The thing I struggle with is sharpening. What do you guys all use for a sharpener to keep your blades tuned up? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I used to haunt them very frequently. Been meaning to get back for some time. Dave and his guys are great. Dave has always been fair to me, even when I was a young whippersnapper. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Sweet rifle! I had one on a G2 Contender in rifle format and in pistol format. The rifle kicked hard, I think I had a 21” barrel, but the aftermarket walnut stock and thick recoil pad I had on it made it ok. The pistol was a lot of fun! You didn’t want to shoot it too many times though! The .45/70 is so versatile being able to be loaded from modest to quite crazy. Those TC’s are addicting! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I’ve been using 2.5-8X36 vari-x III’s, VXIII’s, VX3’s, and VX3i’s for a long time and they’ve all been great. I’ve only recently started using VX5hd’s when I’m not being as careful on weight. The VX3 line is awesome, rock solid, and lightweight. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The auto start thing drove me crazy in my 2018 f150. You can get a small wiring “harness” that plugs in behind the switch on the dash. Super simple to install and “remembers” if the button is on or off so you don’t have to touch it each time you start it up. The only drawback is it’s pricey at about $90. https://www.autostopeliminator.com/products/2015-ford-f-150-autostop-eliminator Absolutely totally worth it in my mind and is the only “real” fix with no drawbacks. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Beautiful buck! And...beautiful chestnut tree! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk