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^^ I apologize. You'll note that I edited the post you quoted while you were replying.

And you realize that the Dems don't control Congress, right? And that there were many Dems who were against what the ATF proposed with the M855? It's not going to happen any time soon. I just found your comment about "educated" pricing to be completely ironic, because anyone who educates themselves on the reality of what's going on would know that it isn't worth any more than it was two months ago....unless the purchaser hasn't educated himself. That being said, 41 cents per round is not terribly unreasonable - still over market though. Some guys are asking 80 cents or more.

"Educated" based on what? The fact that the ban is not going to happen and likely never will happen in the foreseeable future? The fact that a bunch of guys drove up the price with fear buying that was all for naught? The fact that it doesn't pierce Level II armor any better than most FMJ you can buy anywhere? How about you just tell us all how much you'd like to get for it? Wouldn't that be easier?

ROFL!!!! Um...okay. I can see that there is no chance of having a sensible discourse on this. Who exactly is naïve here? You go on believing that someone who happens to work for government isn't entitled to a personal life or to pursue the same hobbies that led to him seeking out a career in the field in the first place. There is no conspiracy to "commercialize" hunting of your stupid little birds (what you have described is not "commercial" hunting, by the way...at most it is promotion of a resource and unique hunting opportunity....don't go throwing around terms like "commercial hunting" without thinking about what that really means), but if that belief keeps you warm at night, who am I to try to talk you back down with reason?

Did she give you a feel for how many more people are on her list?

Who is to say that the Department is commercializing the hunt? From your description, it sounds like a hunter, who happens to also work for Game and Fish, took some guys out hunting. Does he not have a right to do that on his private time?

This policy doesn't do either of those things. It would close private lands to hunting where the landowner does not allow Game and Fish to enter for enforcement purposes.

The policy doesn't aim to do what many of you think they are trying to do (and what might be the best thing to do). That is, it does NOT require that landowners allow the public to access their lands, it would only require that they landowners allow Department representatives on the land--presumably to ensure compliance with game laws and to confirm biological management of wildlife. It sounds like there are ranches who won't allow officers to check in on the hunting taking place there. Seeing as the wildlife being harvested is not part of a private herd, but instead state-managed and owned, I don't see how anyone could say that this would be a bad thing. Personally, I'd love to see something that went much farther. If you don't allow the public to access landlocked lands through your property, then the Department should be able to "remove" your property from the hunt unit. All such units would be considered part of the new "DB" hunt unit (you decide what DB should stand for), for which no tags would be issued.

Lance, I have read in several place that you should never anneal nickel plated brass. The same process that softens and restores brass will harden nickel....or so the articles said.

Sold. Thanks for looking.

A few years ago I purchased this 45 cal muzzleloader with plans to use it for javelina after watching the .50 tear them up too bad. I also thought it might be a bit more managble for lady hunters. I've never had time to get it worked up and it's taking up space in the safe that could be used for my planned rifle build. The Pro is the older style Optima (before the quick release breech plug). I don't believe they produce a .45 cal anymore. It is drilled and tapped for bases, but no bases are included. I also have an extra set of fiber optic sites. $150 I'm located in Gilbert. Send me a PM or text me at 480- four nine 5 - zero 134.

I used the 129 gr .277" on an elk at about 150 yards and a javelina at 100 yards out of a 270 WSM. On the elk it broke both shoulders and exited. The javelina's heart and lungs were liquefied, but the damage was contained to that area. Almost no meat was lost. I get awesome groups using RL-17. The primary difference between the LRX and the TTSX is a slight design change (not sure if it is mechanical or chemical) that allows it to expand at lower velocities. Whereas Barnes recommends impacts of at least 1900 for reliable expansion with the TTSX, they claim the LRX will expand at 1600 fps, allowing for slightly longer shots. I'm planning on using the 145gr LRX in my 7mm08 build with plans for shots out to 750 yards.

I'm looking for an gunsmith in the east valley to do some minor repair work to a 10/22. The guy I was using has closed up shop. He did good work for a great price...I'm hoping it wasn't his low prices that sent him under. Anyways, any recommendations based on actual experience would be appreciated. I don't see where there is as gunsmith listed as a sponsor of the site, so I thought I'd ask. Thanks in advance.

We registered my four year old son for tee ball today and my seven year old daughter for coach pitch softball. To this point we have been practicing with borrowed equipment, but that won't be available anymore. They have some basic gloves and a few balls, but we are on the lookout for more balls, a tee stand, small aluminum bats, and possibly upgraded gloves. If anyone out there has any old equipment that their kids have grown out of and you won't be needing anymore, then please let me know.

The reason they're playing in this particular league is because it doesn't interfere with any hunting seasons. If they get heavily involved in any sport, then I'm sure there are going to be conflicts at some point. When I was a teenager I made a conscious decision to stop playing organized sports because I liked hunting and fishing too much. I won't force that on them, but if they come to that conclusion on their own then that would be totally fine with me.

I'm in Gilbert.

We hunted 16A hard on Friday and Saturday. We found one herd on Friday evening that was really skiddish and didn't put up with much. One guy got a 70 yard shot with a patched roundball and was not able to connect. Saturday was a bust. It was really really hot and the moon was way too bright. At least that's what I'm chalking it up to. I'm going to see if I can make it out again next Friday.

Got any old 270 wsm brass you care to get rid of?

your right... I always forget.... is across closed or can you access the east side?...... closure goes almost to salome.... so that's open. A-Cross is open. The closure is only on the lake side of the road.

Congrats to Alex! Funny, we found ourselves in the same position on Saturday evening in 23. The only difference was we were so concerned about the light that we busted the herd out trying to get on top of them in time.

We will be bouncing back and forth between 22 and 23. May hunt Saturday near Punkin Center. Five tags.

I have a 4# Timney on my AR. I debated going lighter, but it's so crisp and clean that I don't feel that I need to. Even at 4#, I don't have any problem shooting half inch groups or less. That being said, my next AR trigger may be the trigger made by Quentin Defense in Gilbert. Slightly cheaper than the Timney, but feels just as good. Plus, they're good local guys to deal with.

21 is a draw unit for javelina, for all weapons.

You can buy as many leftover tags as you want. You just can't harvest more than 2. Right now I have a 22 archery, 16A HAM, and a 16A Rifle in my wallet. If the lady at the desk challenges you, have her call Phoenix and they will straighten her out.

There are a handful of limited opp hunts that can be drawn as a 3rd - 5th choice. Outside of that, its pretty slim pickens. The number of elk tags this year in AZ is 385 less than it was last year. With a record number of applicants last year, and a reduced number of tags this year, its going to be tougher than ever to get tags, but if, you want to hunt elk, there are plenty of options that provide you with that option every single year. Hey now, don't try to be an "elitist" and confuse people with things like facts and data. It gets in the way of complaining and good hearsay.