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15s are SPF.
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Original owner, bought new from Ross Outdoors in Phoenix at the beginning of 2012. Includes box, manual, case, tripod adaptor, case strap, neck strap, lens covers, blank registration card, and Outdoorsman’s stud.
These are registered in my name but will provide a signed bill of sale so you may re-register with Swarovski if you wish.
Binos are in overall excellent condition, lenses are perfect except for a small dent on inside edge of left eyepiece at about the 8:00 position. It is cosmetic and does not affect image quality or functionality. The image is sharp and clear, and easy on the eyes. The only reason I am selling is because I have switched to a used set of 15x56 HD to obtain a little longer eye relief, due to my thick glasses.
$1200. Will ship on buyer’s dime, or FTF in Vail, Safford, Douglas or Sierra Vista. Not interested in trades at this time.
Call or text with any questions, seven 0 two 37 eight 99 zero 7.
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The Sportsman's deal is pretty decent for new glass. I have this exact model (angled eyepiece), and would be willing to part with it for a more than fair price, but not located in greater Phx. If you don't find something get in touch.
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Too bad. Used to be a nice place to shoot. Same for the Rio Salado range.
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12 hours ago, az41mag said:For those of you purchasing out of state, is the price difference substantial enough to make the trip worth it?
The savings is there but not huge. With the two vehicles I bought, I was able to save approximately enough to cover plane fare, meals, hotels, plus, as chefb mentions, you get the added benefit of a great engine break in. With today's fuel costs, however, it may be a toss-up.
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14 hours ago, maximus said:get an llc in montana and buy there tax free, all the wealthy people in paradise valley do that.
Well . . . as my grade school teachers used to say, let your conscience be your guide. Also, make sure you are on solid legal footing, as you can be prosecuted for tax fraud, which is more serious apparently, than just tax avoidance. Many folks are wise to this, and have the toll free numbers and websites for reporting tax cheats.
Had a friend who was a Tucson PD sergeant, super nice guy, went way out of his way to buy a new tricked-out Ford pickup in Wisconsin, then kept the Wisconsin plates while living in Tucson. He was always sweating how to back in to parking places so no one would see the out of state plate.
The heartburn may not be worth it. Not to mention neighbor resentment for not paying your fair share. But if you are a rich Paradise Valley snowbird/attorney, or have friends who happen to be tax attorneys, then maybe that is what you should consider.
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55 minutes ago, Red Rabbit said:Yes, the lodge has burned. Mules were turned loose as there was not enough time to evac nor enough trailers. From what I have heard, many but not all NPS housing lost, backcountry office, general storee, campground, visitor center, cabins were lost. The NPS announcement seems to have some spin, imo.
Spin is on the right track I would say. Total shame and probably preventable. Those assets will be irreplaceable. And what they do rebuild will be at great cost.
This sounds like some of the same mindset that set a prescribed burn at Bandelier National Monument, which soon burned the town of Los Alamos.
Stay tuned for congressional hearing on C-SPAN.
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30 minutes ago, kimberx2 said:Is this true, Lodge burnt down? I can't find any articles confirming it. I only see water treatment plant burned. Link please..
Multiple articles now. Also, it was the N. Rim wastewater plant, not water treatment plant. Don't believe there's a WTP there.
I know there will be lots of second-guessing, but it sure hit me as world-class stupidity to try to manage the initial fire as a controlled burn. WHAT? With record high nighttime temps. low humidity, high winds, in the middle of July?
If it jumps over the rim and makes a run down the Transcept to Roaring Springs it will be historically ugly. It could go all the way to the river.
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On 1/18/2025 at 11:41 PM, Jasper17 said:Specifically want to know who or where you are buying new trucks. I'm looking for a new GMC Denali or AT4 2500 or 3500 SWB with diesel. I'm not opposed to going out of state if the deal is right. A good contact if you have one or anything else I might be missing, or maybe someone on here sells new trucks and treats people good. Thanks, any info is much appreciated.
Check pricing with Dave Smith Motors, Kellogg, ID. Fly in to Spokane, and their shuttle will pick you up and take you to the dealership, about 40 min. away. Conduct the transaction, then enjoy the beautiful scenery on the way back to AZ - either through Missoula, or through Lewiston. If you go through Lewiston, the Jack O'Connor Hunting Heritage and Education Center is a must-see for anyone who is remotely interested in hunting, fine guns, world-class taxidermy, and some of the memorabilia of the Dean of Outdoor Writers.
Last but not least, you can stop at the casinos on the way home (Jackpot, Wells, Ely, Las Vegas).
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2 minutes ago, yotebuster said:I thought you had to buy that before the draw happened?
Good point. Opportunity closed with the draw.
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The longer it goes without updating, the more chance they will sell a few more point guards.
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PM sent.
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Pretty nice. What scope is that.
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On 1/28/2025 at 8:46 PM, northAZarcher said:What hearing protection do you all use for quail hunting, if any? Went out a few times this year without it but really want to invest in something that will protect my ears but still allow me to hear birds flush and move around in brush. Looking into the electronic style but with great battery life.
Lots of good suggestions. One that has not been mentioned are the 3M Peltor EEP-100's. Affordable, rechargeable. Have had best luck with Skull Screw ear tips - an extra item but many have found these better than the included ear tips.
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1 hour ago, Tyler52710 said:Went out hunting today with a few others for archery javelina. Managed to get one, the person we usually give the carcass and meat to is no longer wanting them. I was just curious if anyone knows of any donation facilities around Phoenix area or if anyone wants to meet up who wants the meat, just let me know
Been awhile, but the last javi I got (sow) was good. I hung it up, rinsed with water/vinegar mix and let it chill overnight. Then I boned it, and ground coarse for chili using about 10% pork fat. Added some seasoning, and into the crock pot it went. Actually, made several crock pots, and froze some. You could tell it was game, but still good.
If you and you buds are dead set against eating them, I suggest you consider snooping around south of Patagonia. I understand there are feral hogs there, and those are not considered wildlife, so no tag needed. They might be pretty good eating, and they dam sure need to be shot. Just an idea.
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13 hours ago, RodinAZ said:Spf
The buyer got a great deal. These are underrated bows in my opinion. Even though they are entry level, if you add good sights and rest, and have someone tune who knows what they're doing, they really shoot. The draw cycle is decent, but wall tends to be a little mushy. For a backup or kids bow, this is a very decent piece of gear. Even if you add new string and cables and a heavier stabilizer, you are still under $500.
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38 minutes ago, L Cazador said:You're one of many that isn't affected by shoulder bump or setback. And with the results that you're getting great that it works for you. Just to confirm Lee neck sizing die does not bump or setback shoulder. It sizes neck portion of case so it will accept and hold a bullet when it's seated. The remainder of the case stays in it's dimensions as extracted from the chamber it was fired in. There is a small amount of brass spring back that does take place usually between .001-.002". This stretching as it's called will eventually lead to the brass being difficult to chamber. This where a body die will restore all dimensions back to SAMMI specs. The body die not only sets the shoulder back but also sizes the shoulder width, the neck diameter, and the body of the case from the .200'' line to the body shoulder junction. Body sizing each and every time a round is reloaded is an excess of work on the case and can result in reduced case life. This is where a bushing style full length die can be a compromise between the two. You can set the shoulder back just enough for a smooth chamber and then size the neck diameter to perfect bullet tension for your load. Like you say above you and your shooting discipline may not require all this precision but there will be other disciplines that will.
That is great info. I will print that and put it with my die sets as a reminder. I didn't think there was that much brass working going on with the body die. I have come pretty close to getting a couple sets of bushing-style dies, as they really look like the way to go. Once you have your basic dimensions, just order the bushing size you need. If you rebarrel, just order another bushing.
The other thing that might be mentioned for the other readers, is the subject of neck turning. This step is usually for precise match chambers, i.e. benchrest shooters, and if you neck turn brass with an ordinary factory chamber, even a SAAMI chamber, you might end up with sloppy neck fit, which will likely not help groups.
Thanks again.
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Thanks @10Turkeys for the UR vid. Good info and good explanation. And also good to see the equipment available if you want to tune your handloads to perfection (and can afford it). Possibly not needed however, for those of us with less demanding handloading needs.
In my case, and with respect to the two rifles with the highest round count, I don't pay any attention to shoulder bump. I neck size using Lee dies, then I body size using a Redding body die. Chambering is reliable and easy. Case life is long, and accuracy good. In one caliber, using Lapua brass, I am on the 21st firing, with easy chambering and no sign of incipient case head separation. Possibly, the Lee neck sizing die or the Redding die have built-in shoulder setback in the ideal dimension, but I have not been able to detect it. Possibly someone with more knowledge can confirm this.
I normally anneal (using the candle method) after every 5 firings, and probably should be more attentive to doing that, but burned fingers gets a little tedious.
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14 hours ago, Lucafu1 said:Thanks for the info. I need to research this, I am interested.
This match accommodates a variety of skill and equipment levels. It is family friendly. If you want to shoot a Mini-14, or Thompson Contender, that would be ok. If you prefer a heavy-barrel bolt gun, with rangefinder, Kestrel, and ballistic software, that is fine too. Chronographs and spotting scopes welcome. Ditto tripods, shooting sticks, you name it.
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17 minutes ago, MULEPACKHUNTER said:Sounds like a fun time thanks for the info.
The restrictions do get frustrating, a 125grn limit you just lost every 6.5 mm guy out there. Fix the target system and let the guys shoot
Not at all. I shoot 100 gr. 6.5 Nosler BT handloads at 2980 fps. Seems to work. But I think there have been some 6.5 shooters using 140 gr. Nobody seemed to care.
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10 hours ago, 10Turkeys said:Is the 125 grain bullet weight restriction correct?
Well . . . it is loosely correct. It was the old requirement, when the match was run by a different MD. I am not sure the new guys pay much attention to it. With less than full power handloads, heavier bullets would probably not damage the steel targets. The problem with heavy bullets is they impact with so much energy that sometimes both targets fall, since they are in sets of two. Then you have to stop shooting (I guess you could claim an alibi for lost time) while both targets are reset, then shoot your remaining target. Seems to happen every match to one of us. Calibers are mostly .22 CF, though there is an occasional .308s, 6.5x55, etc.
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For those who are interested in precision rifle shooting, the varmint silhouette match at the Sierra Vista Rod & Gun range has been reactivated, and is scheduled every 4th Sunday on range #6. (The February match will be the 3rd Sunday, since The Tactical Games will be held the 22nd and 23rd) The fee is $10 and the targets consist of two rows of 10 each from 200 to 420 yards. The targets are resettable via long cables, and this is handled by the match director and assistant.
There is a covered shooting area, concrete benches, restrooms, and plenty of parking. Safety briefing and random drawing for firing position starts at about 0830. You can shoot from bench or prone, bipod or rest. If you need someone to spot and score for you, one of the other shooters will give you a hand.
This match is informal, and new shooters are welcome. You can pretty much have as many sighters as you need, though the course of fire for record is timed at 10 minutes (10 targets), with a 2 minute prep. time. The only restrictions are no magnum calibers and no bullet weights over 125 gr. Generally there is time before and after the match to check zero, etc. When the match is over, you can do more shooting on the public range if you would like to do so.
The SVR&GC range is located on the south side of Hwy. 90 between mileposts 334 and 335. This is not long range shooting, but the targets are small and the wind can be a challenge. This match does not have any set up or take down to speak of, and is a good time to really check performance on deer and varmint caliber rifles.
Perfect scores are few and far between, but you might be surprised at how many you knock down. Come on out and give it a go!
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To My Fellow Vets
in The Campfire
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Thanks for posting. Not the most cheerful thing to think about, but 100% the right thing to do.