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One of my favorite hunting guns for casual small game hunting is my old Savage side button model 24 22LR/410 combination gun, as the old advertising states "there is no gun as useful as the famous Savage model 24" and there is a lot of truth to that statement. Over the years the 24 has gone through some changes and design along with a plethora of shotgun/rifle chamberings. As the old saying goes all good things come to an end and the model 24 was discontinued. A few years ago the gun was somewhat reincarnated with something vaguely similar called the model 42.I purchased one a short time ago for it's ability to be taken down into a compact package. Comparing the two side by side for me the old model wins hands down overall. That being said for me the newer 42 does have it's use, it works and shoots perfectly fine, it is just an aesthetic thing for me but will fulfill it's place under the seat of my scooter and any other reason for having a compact packable firearm. Al

You got that right, in fact I do not ride it in any city unless I have to, and I keep pretty much off the main highways, she is for the most part a back roads proposition. Al

They seem to be pretty much the same and a tossup density wise, the top one printed slightly lower, all would be killing shots I think. Al

Pictured below is my Honda ADV Scooter for getting off the beaten path. This little off road scooter is great for hitting gravel-dirt back roads, fire trails and logging roads to places holding out of the way hunting and fishing spots, the key with this scooter is storage. The under seat storage has enough room to hold pack rods-tackle and takedown firearms, my Diawa Mini Spin kit and Savage 42 takedown combination gun fit easily under the seat. I have did a bit of personal accessorizing, I added a rear rack and mounted a lockable top box on it for even more storage. A little bit bigger windshield for better cold weather riding and some good crash bars in case I dump it. Also I went with a custom seat that I like better than stock, like my firearms I am always doing things to make them mine. This is a great little bike that gets at least 80 MPG and is just plain fun to ride in itself, no shifting, just twist the throttle and go.

Thankfully Big John is pretty mellow, friendly and not aggressive, I have had Roosters that I categorize as man fighters that will not hesitate to attack, if they have longer sharp natural spurs they can be dangerous. I had a Rooster put a Pearl harbor hit on me once and his spur went right through my rubber boot and puncture my leg. Those kind I keep penned up and trim off their spurs until it is time for them to end up in the pot. Al

All is well with the poultry, I am getting eggs up the ying yang. My favorite is the giant Leige Fighter, I call him "Big John" he is broad in the shoulder and narrow at the hip and none of the other chickens give any lip to Big John. He got into a battle with an Asil Stag earlier in the spring and killed him so he is not anyone to mess with. He will weigh around 10 or 11 pounds and tall, I would say and still has a little growing to do as they do not fully mature until they are around 1 1/2 year old. I will take some more pics when I get a chance. Al

Congrats on the Tom, Bear looks to be a nice size. Al

Congratulations, you have had a heck of a spring!! Al

I threw away the box it came in and there are no markings on the target itself, I am pretty sure it was purchased at a Runnings store, they stock and sell a lot of steel targets. Al

Mounted a green dot on my Savage 42 and sighted it in, it is my first time messing around with this type of sight. I have a couple of compact scope type Sigs mounted on target guns but have always shied away from anything battery operated on a hunting gun. This one has been working good so far and what I like about it is if the battery and dot ever fails while in the field I can still see my front sight and use it to get a reasonably accurate shot off. Al

Gobbling up a storm around here, my Royal Palms are gobbling non stop and the wild birds in the woods answer them. Al

This afternoon I put together a new steel reactive target I got last Christmas, rated for 22 ammunition it is one of those spring loaded jobs that falls back on a hit and flips back up for the next shot. Got out the new Charter Arms Target Pathfinder and got it sighted in half way decent and then let a few fly at this new target, the standard velocity ammo I was using out of the four inch barrel did not have enough ass to knock the steel down, but a good audible clank and slight movement let me know when a good hit was made. I am pretty sure with high velocity ammo out of rifles the plate will tip back with a good hit. All in all it will add some interesting variety to my plinking. Al

My application is for being able to carry good gear on my Adventure Scooter easily. I purchased a Honda off road scooter a couple of years ago that will get me into some pretty good out of the way places that can offer some decent fishing and some hunting. I have been assembling some gear that will stow in the scooter's roomy storage compartment under the seat and in the top box. The first was getting a small lightweight trail revolver and that was accomplished with a Charter Arms Pathfinder. For a long gun I went with a Savage 42 22lr / 410 Takedown over and under, it breaks in half and fits into a compact 24 inch long soft case. I put a compact green dot on top which will work good for either barrel. For fishing gear I have some take down and telescoping rods of ultra light and light propositions that will stow nicely. So as far as I can see I have accomplished my mission and shall see what the Summer and Spring brings as far as action. Al

Visited the permit office this morning and had my permit amended so I can purchase semi auto rifles. That will be $25.00 and as for now, never have to go back for any rifle purchases. Al

In 1901, Edward Litchfield, an ultra-wealthy attorney and financier, released 13 wild boars in an enclosure at his sprawling preserve located just south of Tupper Lake. Because of the difficulty in maintaining the integrity of the fence around the more than one square mile tract of land in which the wild boars were placed, some, or all, of them escaped into the surrounding forest. Reports of wild boars from the many loggers that worked in the woods in that general area during that period persisted for more than two decades. At this time, the conservation era was still in its infancy, and many older backwoodsmen felt that it was still their right to shoot any game animal they happened to encounter. Eventually, this population disappeared, but it was able to sustain itself for over twenty years. In a similar type of event, a wild boar preserve was established in Central New Hampshire in 1899 by a wealthy landowner. Some of these animals were also able to escape and established a local population. These wild boars also provided hunters as far away as Vermont with an exotic species of game to pursue, and it was not until 1961 when the last wild boar was reported killed in the wilds of the Granite State. Both of these wild boar incidents occurred several generations ago, before our climate experienced noticeable moderations. While deep snow would seem to limit this rather short-legged animal’s ability to travel during winter, the toes of the wild boar are able to spread far apart, allowing it to move more easily than a white-tail in places with a substantial snow pack. Also the more compact body shape of the wild board, its thick hide, and layers of fat enable it to tolerate temperatures that are well below zero. In Europe, wild boars are able to flourish in areas that have just as severe a climate as the Central Adirondacks. Some people point out that both of these long ago incidents occurred prior to the introduction of the eastern coyote to our fauna. In Europe, centuries ago, wild boars were known to exist in the same stretches of forests in which packs of wolves roamed. It is doubtful that the Adirondack coyote, known for it ability to kill deer, would have much of an impact on any population of wild boars which are renowned for their aggressive temperament and ability to defend themselves with their sharp tusks when they feel threatened. It would not take much for a few of these wily creatures, which are presently just south of the Blue Line, to make their way into our forests and become an established part of our fauna. The Adirondack backcountry no longer contains lumber camps occupied by individuals that enjoy dining on wild game. Also, hunting is not as popular among the general public as it once was, and individuals toting firearms into the woods are a rarity. Should wild boars enter the Park, they would have few controls that would limit their numbers. The notion of the very elusive wild boar roaming the forests of the Adirondacks is becoming more real. It has been shown time and time again that once an invasive species enters an area, it becomes increasingly harder to eradicate with the passage of time. It is impossible to predict what impact a population of wild boars would have on the Adirondack environment, however, most individuals would just as soon spend their time contemplating the means to prevent their entrance into our wildlife community rather than their effect on the workings of nature here in Park.

That is right, as far as shotguns I think they get a pass for now at least, I will be going to my permit office to get the amendment this week and will buy one of the rifles mentioned above, Hochul would love for me to quit and say the Hell with it but it aint going to happen. Al

So headed out to the gun show this morning with a plan to buy a takedown 22 rifle that would fit in the compartment under my scooter's seat. The Henry AR7 and Ruger's takedown 10/22 were two serious contenders. Well come to find out I can no longer buy an autoloading rifle without an amendment on my handgun permit, a new law passed under my radar last September, I did not know about this horse's ass law. I was just in the permit office last week and had I known I would have had that amendment added for a fee of course. And I guess if one does not have a permit they are shit out of luck for and any autoloading rifle purchase. This state sucks more and more, every time you turn around more dumb ass laws. Al

Heading out tomorrow morning with a buddy and will meet my son there, always a good time. Al

Wife stopped at a garage sale and spotted these bowling pins, she remember I had a bunch of them set up on the backyard range until they were blasted to bits, so she got these for me, "good girl" These are a blast knocking off with big handguns. Al

The family that runs Dicks are big time players in the Democratic party. Kim Meyers ran for congress against Claudia Tenney a few years ago, a libtard woke Democrat through and through. The Democrat party members and platform is the bastion for groups that are anti hunting, animal rights and anti gun, it is pretty easy to read between the lines. Al

After 3 weeks of a personnel problem at the handgun permit office I finally got the Pathfinder on my permit and got it home. Pretty much the same feel as my Bulldog but I like the grips and sights more, soon as I get some decent weather I will hit the range and sight her in. Al

There is no doubt that rifle scope manufacturing even on lower priced scopes has improved tremendously in recent years. I am not a big fan of cheap scopes because in my mind they will fail in some way when exposed to something harsh like rain or heavy recoil. Ron Spomer recently purchased one of the cheapest scopes he could find and put it through a series of interesting tests to find out what kind of build quality it had and the tests were pretty severe. I have to admit I was surprised when the verdict came in. Al

Happy Birthday young fella, have a good one. Al