Redman

Are you talking about McCain? Sure sounds like it..... Redman

Hey Derek I am replying to your reply just as an FYI...... you have stated your setup works great for you...... But I believe with that setup the 200 pros would be a better spined arrow, the 300's are stiffer arrow and your draw weight is a little light for the 300. Take a look at the PSE spine chart. Plus since I have almost the exact setup and entered the bow specs into the Archer's Advantage program, it also lists the 200 as the optimum arrow. The 200's will weight about 29 grains lighter.... Redman

Generally speaking (in my opinion from the countless hours I have read on this same topic) its best to target a 400-450 grain arrow for elk. However, the spine an arrow will greatly affect the angle of flight and penetration. Like said in previous replies, shot placement is the most important factor to consider. A few pounds either way can make an arrow too stiff or too weak thus affecting flight. Now with that said, I shoot a PSE X Force, 28 draw and I have two setups. One for elk and one for deer. My arrows are cut to 27.5, Blazers vanes and I use a WacEm 3 blade 100 grain broadhead. My preferred elk arrow is a Easton FMJ 340, I crank up my draw weight to 72-73 lbs to be properly spined. This setup weighs in at 434 grains and at 265 ish FPS. FOC is 9 which is a little low. I killed on bull with a complete pass through with this setup. My deer arrow is a PSE Radial X Weave 200. I crank my bow down to 63-64 pounds and it has a speed of 286 ish FPS. FOC is 11.4 with this setup I have killed one cow and one elk, both did the trick, but did not get complete pass through, after tracking a bull for 12 hours, I went to a heavier arrow..... What is your current arrow shaft length, tip weight, draw weight, and bow speed . I can enter the data into the Archer's Advantage program and it will suggest the optimum arrows (ranging in all different manufactures and weights).. Redman

this here is what you call an ignorant post. Redman

One word "Colorado" Redman

Somebody get this man a TAG!!!! There are opportunities to hunt elk every year outside AZ, if not hunting is causing you so much pain, try another state, in just over 7 hours you could be hunting elk in Colorado (driving distance from FH) in an OTC area. Sure it will cost you about $400 (for bull) more and the size of elk are smaller....Idaho also has OTC..... Scratch that itch in another state...... Redman

I agree, but I may as well start with what has worked best for somebody else.....maybe I can get lucky! Redman

Anybody out there shoot a Tikka .25-06 with factory ammo? I am just staring and was wondering which factory ammo that shoots better (at least I can start with). Redman

Its not even close!! Mexico is a sh*t hole....comparing the murder rate in Mexico to the US is ridiculous! On a daily basis police and other law enforcement are found dismembered in garbage bags with notes in Mexico..... Redman

I am not hunting but cannot wait to get out with my son. The snow/road situation has got me concerned, can anybody suggest a unit that WILL be open for the junior hunt? Redman

Thanks for sharing. Redman

Go with Blackhorn, its more expensive, unless that extra 10-20 bucks will make you homeless......my friend shoots pellets and I shoot blackhorn, we got into a situation where multiple shots could be fired, he had to ram his sabot down the barrel by pushing his gun/ram rod against a rock (after two or three shots), I simply loaded mine as it was the first shot (not that it made a difference I still missed). Blackhorn is measured by volume. A small adjustable measurer can be purchased that allows you to measure powder in 5 grain increments. 5-10 grains can mean the difference between 8-10 groups to 2-4 inch groups. Never shot powerbelts, I shoot TC shockwave and with blackhorn I can shoot multiple times (5) without swabbing and groups hold tight. Redman

I use the regular peroxide and leave the skull in it for a few days until it gets really white. My last javillina I left in for about 4 days and its the whitest skull I have. I think I spent $7 dollars peroxide. I like the idea of using a trash bag to keep the volume down. I have also used brown shoe polish to color the antlers brown if the bottom gets bleached. Redman

Man that was awesome.....thanks a lot....now I got a new bright idea. Redman

Great story, sounds like a awesome time. Redman

This year was my first hunting with a muzzle loader. After getting drawn in New Mexico for mule deer I purchased a used Thompson Center Omega and began to shoot. Finally settled in on Blackhorn 209, Thompson Center Sabots and Remington Primers I felt pretty good shooting out to 200 yds. A buddy and I hunted in New Mexico and both were fortunate to take a couple of nice mule deer. I had missed a few times but finally connected on the last evening of my hunt. Felling pretty good I put in for HAM hunt in AZ. Come Jan 1, I found a herd about 30 minutes after sun up...... but with no tag in my pocket, I had to sit and watch. I probably found 5 more herds in January and just knew I was not going to find a herd during the HAM hunt. I got back into town late last night and with only one day to hunt, I went out. Deciding to go where I was on Jan 1, I was fortunate to find the herd no further than 500 yds from where I had seen them in Jan and it was on. Got within 50yds and put the hammer down on this gal. Pretty fun thanks for reading. Redman

Boil it.....that is what I just did with my Javillina skull.....and have done many deer heads that way also Redman

Please offer suggestions, I currently have a 300WSM and looking for a deer rifle with less kick and one that is a flat shooter (will use factory loads) I really do not enjoy shooting the 300WSM due to the kick and knocking me off my aim (plus I flinch....yeah I'm a [you add the adjective]). My 300WSM does not have a muzzlebreak...wondering if I should install one and go from there. Couple of questions to go with your suggestions 1. What does a muzzlebreak cost to get installed (this comes into consideration if I should purchase a new rifle), any suggestion on where to get one installed? 2. Does a 7mm have noticeibly "less" kick than a 300WSM? Thanks for the suggestions. Redman

D-Bomb, I do not know you from Adam, can you really say that you did not know about the new requirement? If you did not, then the G&F officer handled it perfectly.....if you did and CHOSE not to have a sticker, then you need to step up and take responsibility for YOUR actions..... Yeah the sticker is b.s....but to ignore it and flame somebody for doing their job (who cut you a break) is irresponsible. Redman

Nice, where did you purchase the ammo at? Redman

Hi All, Thanks for all the help, I went with a Tikka T3 .25-06 and the thing shoots like a dream, the adjustable trigger is sweet. The kick is so nice, I love watching the bullet hit the target threw the scope. Plus ammo costs are reasonable for "custom" factory loads. Redman

I am sorry....I take offense to this thread ....and their wonderful success....not only do they put the smack down on great bucks....but they are making me envious....with only 1 more day that I can hunt in Jan, I could only wish to arrow A buck and would give my left pinkey to shoot one like those bucks.... Great pictures and great job! But January 2011 is a long time away (I have to make myself feel better somehow ) Redman

Wow, absolutely great buck, I don't think I could hold it together with a deer like that in front of me....way to take the high road! Redman

Hey Bob.... How many times has this worked for you? Redman

Great Job, what an ugly pig....you did a good thing, its jeans should not be passed along...... Whisker Bisquit or full containment drop away rest...... Redman