nyslowhand

Looks like a very neat hobby. I'm too impatient for that. All 3 vids were interesting! What's with the snakes???? One thing that looked whacky was him sitting in the treestand, full camo & a flintlock. Somehow the old rifle looked way out of place. You do know if you get into this there are a couple of additional requirements. Gotta go to a rendezvous, reenactment or BP camp/shoot. Went to a few several years ago put on by a BP club and those guys go all out authentic. TeePees, clothing, couple of indians, traditional foods, trade blanket, shooting contests,... Very, Very cool!!! Also need a persona, do a search ( persona muzzleloader ) on the web - this is how far these guys go! Maybe primitive trekking?

Watched vids a couple times because I couldn't believe what I saw. Same guy was shooting left & right handed. Neat videos!

So if I'm reading this correctly; The DEC is not in agreement with the law and thinks it should be allowed during early Bow season also. Last bullet point.

If it wasn't for bad luck, wouldn't have any luck????? ???

Lets make lemonade out of this situation. Better now than opening morning!!!!!! ;D

"The Buck Pathfinder knife is a slightly smaller version of the venerable workhorse Buck Special. No question about it - the 105 has takin it's place as one of the best fixed blade knives on the market for the outdoors. Designed for tasks from field dressing game to cutting tent stakes - the Buck Pathfinder will get the job done. Measuring 9.125" overall with a 5" modified clip point blade made of 420 HC steel, the 105 has a black phenolic handle and aluminum butt and finger guard. The Buck Pathfinder makes a great engraved knife with our custom laser etching. Comes complete with a black leather sheath and is boxed. Proudly made in Post Falls, Idaho."

Saw those. Very neat & green with the recycled material handles. Was seriously thinking about those, but old traditions die hard! Got the wooden handled 110.

I pretty much agree with you. Think we both have different perspectives of where the gray line is between discussions and arguing.

Do it quick before Doc catches on! You know how he is about inventing something!!! Sorry Doc, no bashing intended!lol

Had a similiar situation with a Trophy Ridge. Eventually I realized when I snugged the sight pin down it would move slightly either up/down/left/right. Was never the same direction either. Got it set, hunted & replaced it the next year.

Agree with you 100%!!! I don't offer opinions for topics where I have none or ones that may not effect me!! Do look at them anyways in hopes of forming an opinion or learning something. Discussions or debates are great, love reading them all. Even if I am neutral! But when they digress to arguing, name calling, chest beating, etc. - individuals and the entire topic lose credibility. When this happens it is a non-productive, ineffective and ends up more of a gang brawl than a discussion. No I'm not going to stay home just because it's your ball and I'm not invited to play.

I believe the traditional hunting knives from Buck are still USA (110, 112). Other Buck specility, jack knives, etc, I saw listed as Made In China. burmjohn; Which one did you end up getting & where?

Exactly what I was eluding to !!!!!!!!!!!! Let's not put the noose around our neck with a bunch of ridiculous rules where the moderators become the "bad guys". Like; 10 things to know about discussions, forum etiquette or here's the white lines - stay between them. I AM an idiot, so I did not know previously there were forum rules of etiquette before I searched for such a thing. Seemed to be pretty common sense stuff, what I found. Interesting, did find out what a Troll was!!! LOL

Oh boy!! The guy is still smiling and totally unaware. Must be a timed shot. Can't be any cameraman dumb enough to stay.

Keep writing.. lol

Say it, but don't put in writing! ;D

Aren't those bow cams similiar to what you guys are talking about?

I'm not promoting Buck knives!!! Lotsa other brands that are great hunting knives. Just recently found out they have models made in China, which is disturbing!! Mine became a part of me after 40 years. Carried it for small game and got pretty good at skinning a deer with it. Have since also gotten a fixed blade with the gut hook. Love that feature, no fingers in the way! Carry the pocket knife when hunting my own property. If I hunted else where, I'd probably favor a fixed blade also.

That's a great photoshop cut/paste. If it's real - YIKES!

Subjectivity is what opinions are made of! Every one has opinions on most things, some strong & others loosely formed! Debating & disagreeing with other member's opinions is why this forum is here! Secondary purpose of the forum is a learning tool. I've hunted ~45 years and have learned things from discussions on this forum. I am still seeking more knowledge to make me a better, more effective hunter. If an individual ever stops that quest, they'll wither mentally! If you think you already know it all, get over it or get help! All forum members have the right to participate or browse any topic they wish! I'm not real thrilled about some of the member's opinions, but I read them and accept that they have different views! Not a good fact of life, but opinions are formed of an individual's personality by the opinions they express. Be it good or bad. Not every one on the forum is going to be "best of buds"! I try to be civil to all and hope they return the decency. Sunday School 101 Ex: I had no opinion about AR. Was following the debate to see of I could form one. Got turned off by the whole 3-4 topics/70+ pages of arguing, name calling and constant brow beating. I have since formed an opinion from the arguing, name calling, etc. and it's not a good opinion. Still follow it to see if a member expresses an opinion that may sway me. We are all adults on this forum. Every one is responsible for their own actions. Parenting 101. If we act other than as an adult, what does that tell others about our opinions? If we're hung-up in a time warp other than adulthood, grow-up or get help. We are all in this together, we all establish a perception of hunting & we are all responsible for any negativity created upon an outsider. No offense to the moderators, but they should not be needed. No I don't want to meet behind the school and duke it out!! No, I don't want to meet you for coffee or a beer unless we have common opinions! Yeah, I'm crude, rude & PC incorrect, but I reserve those for the proper situation. No, I don't want to see more rules, regulations or by-laws restricting this forum! No, I'm not going to ignore topics when I could learn something or change/modify an opinion I have! YES, I want to see this forum flourish! Yes, all members have something to add to our beloved sport!! Are we writing our own destiny???

My opinion, take it or leave it! Think Cabin Fever is on to something with his intentions, maybe not the debate, woodshed or behind the barn scenario. Do not tell me I can not read topics that get too heated, I'm interested in all hunting related discussions and all the member's opinions. Expressing opinions and discussions are healthy and a way of life. Members want to listen, whether agreeing or not. Rule #1 should be that every one is entitled to their opinion and not every one's opinion is correct or appropriate for all members or all situations! Do not keep repeating your opinion; it doesn't get any more palatable with subsequent servings. If you don't agree with some one's opinion, simply respond why. Name calling gets you no where and shows your true colors. What's with the in your face, meet me on the street or holier than thou comments & attitudes - crazy! Any of you members realize there are female and younger hunters in the forum? Maybe the crude comments about condoms & "pecker checker" weren't really appropriate? We're not shooting the bull in a bar here. I can do that with the best of them, but there is a proper time and place. I’m far from a role model for PC, but I do try to be civilized. Look at the bottom of this forum's main page, there generally are more visitors than members viewing what we are saying. Whose reading and what are their thoughts about us? I've only seen the moderators intervene a couple of times when postings got heated. Other times when I thought they were needed, are the discussions being ignored or intentionally left to run their course? Couple of times I've even attempted to clear the air with my stupid comments about "Things I learned in kindergarten" or "Do onto others". I'm definitely not for censorship, but shouldn't we monitor appropriateness, aggressiveness, redundancy, etc? No thanks, I don't want to be a moderator! I think every member should think about the basic rules of engagement or etiquette when involved in any discussion forum. If the members were to follow a set of loose guidelines, the moderators could drink coffee & relax. Do a search for- discussion forum etiquette, you'll be surprised. Well worth the 15-20 minutes you invest. End of my 2¢ opinion!

Should include specifics about what you want done with branches/trimmings & filling in/leveling of equipment ruts.

Been there, done that with a rotator cuff 1 1/2 years ago. Same situation with bow, reduce draw & minimal practice.

Leupold 4X on my ML. Piece of crap Bushnell 3-9x on a used 22mag I bought. Leupold binos & Nikon rangefinder. Sterling Optical tri-focals. That's about all I can see............ ;D

A transporter - YEAH!!! Hope you don't have to do the vulcan salute, can not get fingers to do that.