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I'm planning to get an upper for varmint/predator hunting. I've been looking online at some of the options out there and wanted to see what some of you had to say. What about your current setup do you love and what would you like to change? Thanks.

Inciweb stated 7,000 acres as of this mornings briefing, with expected 20mph winds today. Type 1 IMT was supposed to be on site today as well. Not sure where it is at this afternoon, but I doubt it's gotten smaller.

Gear: Very true. And the less something weighs, the more expensive it gets.... & quickly too! There are several questions you need to ask yourself. Do you plan on going solo, w/a partner or as a small group? Do you want to pack in a spike camp, or carry camp with you each day? What will the elevation/weather be like where/when you hunt? What's the max duration you would want to be in the backcountry? As this can be quite an investment gear/cost wise, do you plan on or want the option to hunt in other states or out of the country? Are you looking to outfit yourself by the start of this season, or planning ahead a year or two? What is your budget? What gear do you have already? While much of the gear is easily interchangeable, there are several things, some costly, that would/could change depending on some of your answers. Take stoves for example. A small titanium pot/cup with some heat tabs is about the lightest you can go for a solo set up, with a jetboil my preferred choice when cooking for two. If you plan on hunting in very cold weather, with a group, or out of country, then the whisperlite(or international model) would be your best option. And of course do not forget about a small cooking fire, if you don't mind smelling like one while hunting. While any of these would/could work in any of the other situations, they are each uniquely suited to perform best in certain situations. Now with all that said, you do not need a 2nd mortgage to do this. If you are starting with nothing other than your current hunting gear, you could get into the backcountry for a 4 day hunt for about a $100. While it would likely be an enjoyable time, I doubt comfort would be a word you would ever associate with it. On the flip side, you could spend 100 times that, with too much comfort. It all depends on what you want to do, how much weight you want to carry and of course, and how much you want to spend. The difference between a 60lb pack w/o rifle and a 40lb pack w/rifle for a two week hunt is HUGE, both to your back & your wallet. Method: My method's do not alter drastically from day trip, walk in hunting. Do all your preseason scouting, starting with maps and phone calls to the WM. Then a trip or two in looking for sign. This is a great time to locate water sources and stash water if need be. Once you have your area selected, things are quite similar to how you hunt now, just your camp is smaller. Mistakes: I've had many over the years. Relying on inferior gear to get you through the toughest of times. Purchasing the wrong upgrade, weight wise. Packing too much. Packing too little. Not refilling my consumables(spices, matches, TP) before a trip. I know there's a bunch more, but it's getting late for me. Feel free to ask me any questions you have in regards to backpack hunting. There's still a lot I don't know, but I'll answer anything I can. Jerry

Soldier's Heart If you've ever deployed, you may want to watch this by yourself the first time. Several great videos in the series, wish I would have seen them before.

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Have any luck?

Sold some more and cleaned up the listing. If you see something you like, make an offer. Worst I can say is no. Thanks.

Post cleaned up, sold items removed, prices dropped.

Had the same problem with a similar savage made shotgun I picked up at the gun buy back a few weeks ago. I was able to free up the action by removing the trigger assembly and buttstock and sliding everything out the end of the receiver. Ended up finding the obstruction and was able to get it cycling again.

All pm's replied to. Sold items removed. Was a pleasure meeting you guys.

Exactly what I have been looking to do. Subsonic and suppressed is an awesome combo!

All pm's replied to. Added SKS and trade options.

Which route did you go for this, Corp, LLC or Trust? I've been researching the particulars of a trust but know nothing about corporaions or LLC's when it comes to NFA items.

Live in north phoenix, work in south chandler. Can mail for whatever cost is. She is pretty. Between being fully set up with my 660 in 308, my inability to find ammo for her and my desire to shoot this round from a much longer barrel, she will just continue to collect dust if I keep her. And I have to finish paying the taxman.

Cabelas has them in stock online right now.

Have some family in MO, and family friends in NE, but can't say I know anyone in IA. Think I am leaning towards the Omaha side at this point in time, but still need to research things some more. Thanks for the info on antelope, never even thought about that.

I was approached at work today about an opportunity to help run a 1-2 year job in the Omaha, NE/Council Bluffs, IA area. When it comes to outdoor opportunities(and fees), which of the two states would it be worth living in? As this will likely be my best chance at the other WT, that opportunity is high on my list. I would also like to get in some pheasant and waterfowl hunting, turkey come spring and of course get a line wet a time or two. Been looking at apartments all evening so have not had too much of a chance to check into this myself, but I do see NR Iowa deer tags are pricey. Thanks all.

Didn't even think about quail. MO would be over an hour away from the job site. With the hours I'll be working on this job, that would make for way too long of a day. My aunt & uncle live in MO so I know I will be making several trips that way anyways, with a standing invitation for his best tree stand come archery season. I've had a chance to look at the IA dnr website, but not the NE one yet. Thanks.

Found a of his elephant hunt. Man have times changed.

Good looking rig. What are you planning on shooting through her?

I run a Thulmer's with the SS media and I have not noticed any deforming. With that said, I only deprime prior to cleaning, and then resize afterwards. I know it's doing things twice, but the SS media gets the primer pockets nice and clean, so no need to do that step by hand.

Cindi and Corky's daughter did as well. There is also a video on youtube of and Corky's hunts.

See his new avatar? Now he's stacking trout too! Definitely way too much free time.