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  1. shawnhu
    You'll need another system. You can take a look at my FB page for reference. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  2. shawnhu
    Well, that certainly is good info to know. Funny how history repeats itself, now with the 17WSM. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  3. shawnhu
    You'll have them if and when they allow MZ in early season. After all, that's what you want to see happen right? Why else would you be posting such nonsense in this thread?X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  4. shawnhu
    Pretty sure those numbers would skyrocket if it's allowed early season. Typical for you to look at stats out of context though. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  5. shawnhu
    I've shot several thousand rounds of 17HMR, and never have ran into any cracked case necks. I have however, heard and seen pictures of 17 WSM ammo with said problems. What brand were these bad ammo from? X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  6. shawnhu
    Currently, airgun regulations are the same as any firearm, 500' from any structure or dwelling. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  7. shawnhu
    There's plenty of coverage for Airguns and hunting, and when it comes to big bore Airguns, hunting advocates like Jim Hockey have been using them for in some of his hunts. They are also in shot show every year. According to the DEC, for the purposes of hunting, Airguns are considered firearms. I would expect that it's treated as such in every aspect of the law according to the DEC. However, they do have several differences. They are not rifles, and can usually be used where rifles cannot. They are quieter, and produce much less energy than powder burners, and thus a lot quieter. These are all advantages, especially for bringing in new hunters into the sport. No matter the opposition, one cannot deny the lack of recoil, unnecessary need for hearing protection, and reduced lethal distance that the projectile will travel are all advancements in airgun technology. The Gamo commercial that you likely saw was a very old commercial. IIRC, it was with a Gamo break barrel airgun that shot a 1.77 extra light weight pellet straight into the skull. Most would not choose this setup given today's available options. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  8. shawnhu
    Helps when you have a chrono, ballistics software, and time at the range. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  9. shawnhu
    The lighting systems today are pretty advanced. CREE LED emitters housed in multi-mode drivers powered by 2500 mAh lithium-ion batteries all enclosed in aircraft grade aluminum. Total weight of approximately 16oz. Most lithium-ions you'll find are the 18650, laptop batteries. But be careful, not all are created equal and some are down right dangerous. Buy from a reputable source when it comes to Li-Ion. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  10. shawnhu
    I have my point blank range set from 12-47 yards for squirrel sized game, but anything outside of that I'll need to hold over. I generally like to shoot out to 70-80yards, so having a round that is precise is important to me. Either way, look forward to getting out for some squirrels if time allows. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  11. shawnhu
    Can't imagine shooting a round that slow. At close to 900fps, I find the arc difficult to manage with some level of precision already. I generally need to use my rangefinder for targets past 50 or so yards, as the drop is significant for small sized targets such as squirrels. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  12. shawnhu
    The VMAX and TNT Hollow Points are the most devastating out of that caliber. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  13. shawnhu
    That's quite a heavy setup with those lead-acid batteries. Lithium reduces the weight and length you can be out there by a huge amount. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  14. shawnhu
    It's quite loud, but it's also capable of sub-Moa so potentially could be a 100-150yrd gun for squirrel size targets. Great when you're in a situation where you can exercise its legs. But I agree, it's probably more of a groundhog type of gun. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  15. shawnhu
    Go with the CCI Small Game round, it's 20gr and holds together much better than the VMAX. The VMAX is more a varmint round not intended to preserve meat. There's also A CCI FMJ that would work well also. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  16. shawnhu
    http://huntingny.com/forums/index.php?/topic/30881-DEC-Announces-Proposed-Rule-Changes-to-Allow-Big-Bore-Air-Rifles-for-Big-Game-Hunting Here's the other thread. Easy to get lost as we don't have an airgun forum here. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  17. shawnhu
    I agree, the fighting amongst hunters is sickening, which is why I'm trying to stay away from those arguments, at least in this thread. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  18. shawnhu
    I don't think anyone mentioned "challenge". What makes you think those that shoot air guns are also not archers? Flash suppressors aren't designed to reduce noise, only flash concealment. I think there's many angles to this from the DEC, one being that it's currently allowed in other states and are gaining popularity faster than bows have. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  19. shawnhu
    There's also no mention of the airgun must be of a rifled type. The proposal is for any air gun capable of shooting a 30 cal or larger projectile at 650fps or more for big game in NYS. That will also include slugs from air shotguns. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  20. shawnhu
    I haven't seen a single airgunner that has complained or hinted at their own season. I wouldn't worry about them taking over "your" season. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  21. shawnhu
    For starters, a .410 is louder than a big bore, much louder. Debating head shots is not for this thread, but this is what I know some Airguns are capable of, and that was asked in an earlier post. If you have the skill for it, why not? For those that don't, please don't try this at home kids. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  22. shawnhu
    Shotguns are not allowed to be used to harvest deer in Westchester because it fires a single projectile bullet from a gun. The only reason why Airguns are allowed to be used is because it is not considered a gun powered by gunpowder. But if the statement is true about where big bore Airguns can be used, Westchester does not have precedence in using a rifle to take big game, so they may be out. It'll all come down to what the DEC says and public comments. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  23. shawnhu
    I don't believe crossbows are allowed for small game, and they are currently not allowed in Westchester or LI because it resembles a rifle more so than an airgun. I don't want to get into the discussion of crossbows and their place, since this thread is about Airguns. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  24. shawnhu
    So you are also against bows for hunting since they are quiet and can be used in urban areas? X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
  25. shawnhu
    I see no reason why they wouldn't if it passes. If I wanted to, I could carry a .50 cal + into the woods of Westchester today and hunt small game with it, no problem. X-Calibur Lighting Systems http://facebook.com/XCaliburLightingSystems
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