Archive for January, 2008

Choosing the Most Suitable Duck Hunting Gun

Thursday, January 31st, 2008
duck hunting
Razvan Jr asked:


In order to choose the most suitable duck hunting gun hunters must take many aspects into consideration like: functionality, durability, technology and of course, price. In this article we will make brief reviews about 5 guns recommended for duck hunting, we will order them by popularity.

The most popular duck hunting gun is the Remington 870 Pump Shotgun. The reason why this gun is so popular among hunting enthusiasts all over the world is because its ability to withstand some of the most harsh weather conditions. This weapon is considered to be the workhorse of the shotguns compartment. We will offer you specifications about one of the 870 models available on the market, the 870 Wingmaster:

Designation: Model 870 Wingmaster

Type: Autoloading Shotgun

Manufacturer: Remington – USA

Country of Origin: United States

Operation: Autoloading Shotgun

Caliber: 12 / 16 / 20 gauge

Service Year: 1950

Weight (Empty): 7 lbs (3.2 kg)

Magazine: 5-Round Tubular Magazine

Second place: the Beretta 391 Shotgun which is one of the most reliable shotguns available on the market; it cycles very fast making it very recommended for duck hunting. All Beretta’s gas operated semi-automatic shotguns are based on the same action, the 391 model. Built in a wide variety of variations, including one that handles the blonky 12 gauge 3.5″ magnum shells, this action is remarkably versatile. Add to this the good looks and the reliability that Beretta weapons are famous for, you know have the almost perfect choice. We will offer you specifications about one of the 391 models available on the market, the AL 391:

Distributor: Beretta

Model: AL 391

Operation: Gas Operated Autoloader

Gauge: 12 or 20

Barrel Length: 24. 26. 28, 30, 32 in.

Overall Length: 51 in. (28-inch barrel)

Weight: 5.9 pounds (20 gauge); 7.8 (12 gauge Xtrema2

Safety: Crossbolt

Sights: Vent rib with TruGlo

Stock: Walnut, synthetic, or X-tra Wood

Length of Pull: 14.7 inches

Magazine Capacity: 2 (plugged), 3 (unplugged) rounds

Finish: Blued, matte black, camo metal; black, camo, semigloss, oil stock

Third place: the Browning Citori Shotgun, one of the most beautiful shotguns out there. This gun swings like no other gun can and based on what we have read about it but also practiced around with, is a wise choice for duck hunting the next year. If you have the possibility give it a try, we assure you that you won’t regret. We will offer you specifications about one of the Browning Citori models, the XT Trap:

Model: Citori XT Trap with Adjustable Comb

Gauge: 12

Barrel Length: 32”

Nominal Overall Length: 49”

Nominal Length of Pull: 14 3/8”

Nominal Drop at Comb: 1 11/16”

Nominal Drop at Heel: 1 15/16”Nominal Weight: 8lbs. 13 oz.

Chokes Included: Improved Modified, Full

Chamber Size: 2 3/4”

Rib Width: 1/4 – 3/8” Tapered

Wood Finish: Gloss Finish

Stock / Grip: Walnut

Additional Description: Adjustable Comb, Two Full Chokes

Fourth place: the Benelli Super Black Eagle II, according to Benelli the all new trademarked Comforttech system reduces recoil up to 48% better than other competitive systems. The Super Black Eagle II model uses the proven Benelli Inertia Driven bolt mechanism that allows the weapon to shoot 2 ¾”, 3″ and even 3½” magnum ammunition without adjustments. In addition, the Super Black Eagle II incorporates some basic improvements like a drilled and tapped receiver. We will offer you specifications about the standard Super Black Eagle II model:

Mechanics: Inertial semi-automatic Benelli with variable geometry trigger release unit

Gauge: 12

Receiver Finish: Ergal, black anodised

Stock and Fore-End: Selected walnut

Stock Length Trigger Measured / Deviation: 360mm / rh and lh adjustable

Drop At Heel: 55 mm adjustable to 50, 60 and 64 on request

Drop At Comb: 36,5 mm

Recoil Pad: Rubber

Magazine Capacity: 3 Magnum cartr., 4 standard cartr., with 2-rounds plug on request

Safety: Larger, transversal with red “ arm ready for shooting “ signal

Weight: 3,000 gr approx

Last place: the Browning BPS Stalker which gets rid of those annoying spent shells in a way that make sense to all respectable water fowlers. This is a rugged machine created to shoot at any visible waterfowl. Some of the features of this shotgun include: receiver, forged and machined steel, barrel – ventilated rib, dual steel action bars, matte black finish and others as well. We will offer you specifications about the regular BPS Stalker:

Model: BPS Stalker

Gauge: 12

Magazine Capacity: 4

Barrel Length: 28”

Nominal Overall Length: 49 ¼”

Nominal Length of Pull: 14 ¼”

Nominal Drop at Comb: 1 ½”

Nominal Drop at Heel: 2 ½”

Nominal Weight: 8 lbs. 5 oz.

Chokes Included: Full, modified, improved cylinder

Chamber Size: 3 ½”

Wood Finish: Matte Black

Stock/Grip: Composite

We have offered you 5 weapon models that are recommended by both amateur and professional hunters all around the world. The choice is up to you, with a little bit of research you can find the most suitable duck hunting gun for you.

rabbit hunting

Tuesday, January 29th, 2008
transiciel asked:


coyote and rabbit hunting

Buying Real Estate - House Hunting Tips And Ideas

Monday, January 28th, 2008
hunting tips
Jim Johnson asked:


Moving is often regarded as one of the most stressful events in a persons life. And that may be true, but the process of house hunting need not be very stressful at all. If you approach house hunting in a logical and organized way, the process usually goes much smoother and easier. So here are some house hunting tips and ideas for you to consider.

The very first consideration to be made when you’re planning a move is the location or general area to which you’re going. Try to get to know as much as you possibly can about it in advance. If you either have a family or are planning one in the future, get to know the schools in the area and try to move into a school district that has a good reputation for education. Consider also how close and convenient your home would be to shopping centers, medical facilities and so on. And don’t forget about your job. How much time would it take for you to commute to your work from that location or area?

If you know someone in law enforcement, you can often find out a lot about the crime rate in a particular area by just asking them. Sometimes they can steer you away from certain parts of the area that tend to have more problems.

It’s also a good idea to just drive through the general area and get a good feel for the kind of houses that are available there. Quite often, you can tell a lot about the quality of the householders by just taking a good look at the condition of their homes and properties from the outside.

Now that you have a good idea of the location that you prefer, it’s time to start seriously thinking about what kind of home will work best for you. Here is where taking a little time to sit down and write out your needs and wants can help you focus in like a laser on the house that will fit you best. Make a list of all the important features including how many bedrooms you need, what size garage, how much square footage should be in the home, whether or not you will need a fenced in yard, and so on.

Before even starting to look for your dream home, now is the time to line up your financing arrangements. Shop around and find a lending institution that will give you your best mortgage deal. By getting pre-qualified for a home loan, you will be able to know exactly how much house you can afford, and will be in a better position to put in an offer when you find it.

Now it is time to actually get out and go find the home of your dreams. Expect that your house hunting adventure will take quite a bit of time, and don’t try to rush it or get impatient in the process. Here is where having a good real estate agent to represent you can be a big help. So ask around among your family and friends, and most likely you will get some good suggestions on reliable, trustworthy real estate agents that have good reputations.

As you arrange to visit various homes or open houses, another good idea is to take along with you a notepad and make careful notes about the important details of each home that you visit to help you recall the information later on. This is very important as you will no doubt visit quite a few homes in your house hunting endeavor, and they can get very confusing unless you have a way to keep it all straight.

By following this procedure, you can bring some organization and order to a process that can easily become very haphazard and difficult. But if you use the suggestions provided above, they can most likely help you find the home you want quickly and easily.

Can I use a.22 Hornet rifle to hunt Grouse and Rabbits?

Monday, January 28th, 2008
grouse hunting
Ivan G asked:


I would like to hunt small game with the hornet rather than a regular .22, but I don’t know if the hornet would be too powerful.

I deer hunt but along the way I always come upon grouse,?

Sunday, January 27th, 2008
grouse hunting
abc123 asked:


Is there a type of bee bee gun that’s like pistol form? Or something like that so I could tag grouse quietly while still deer hunting?
In washington grouse and deer seasons are the same.

Types of Free Deer Hunting Games Available as Downloads

Friday, January 25th, 2008
deer hunting
Muna wa Wanjiru asked:


There are many different free deer hunting games that avid hunters can try their hands on. These deer hunting games may be found as download game versions or you have the online versions. In both of these free hunting games you should make sure that your computer has the ability of playing the game.

Also you will need to find the instructions for the game otherwise you will have a hunting weapon and deer roaming in front of you, but you can’t shoot them. This is because you have either missed seeing the instructions or else there were no instructions to be found. Now this situation is perfectly fine if you don’t mind looking around for ways in which to shoot the deer.

Otherwise you will become frustrated with the free hunting game you have looked up. There are luckily other free deer hunting games which are available for you to try out. These many different games will feature a number of deer for you to hunt. The various deer species you will encounter on your hunting trip will include white-tail deer among others.

As you look at these different varieties of free deer hunting games you can decide if the arcade style or mission based hunting is to your style. In the arcade deer hunting games the deer will walk or run across your sights. You as the hunter will need to shoot the deer and earn points. Your choice of weapon can be a bow or that of a rifle.

In some of the free deer hunting games you will have the opportunity of traveling around the world. The different environments you will pass through will have their own dangers and other animals for you to bypass. Once you have found your way free of these animals you can shoot the deer in these terrains.

Of the many different deer types you will have the opportunity of shooting European Roe Deer and Axis deer too. You can choose from many different weapons to use in your hunting trip. Additionally there will be vehicles and transportation you can look into using to make certain that you catch your prize deer.

This type of free deer hunting game is also available as a download. Since you might want to see if these types of games are worthwhile having on your computer, you can try out a demo download first. With the demo you get to experience the many different ways of deer hunting and see if you like the game. Free deer hunting games can help you to experience the thrills and enjoyment of getting the ultimate trophy prize – a magnificent deer.

What is the best kind of broad-heads for Deer hunting?

Thursday, January 24th, 2008
deer hunting
boxer2626 asked:


I haven’t been deer hunting in many years and the technology has changed. Just looking for suggestions.

How do i start my beagle on rabbit hunting. he is 8 weeks old?

Monday, January 21st, 2008
rabbit hunting
kaycee asked:


i want details from experanced people. i want him to get into this rabbit hunting and i need advice myself.
NO ONE around here does rabbit hunting im just 17 year old girl. i like that kind of stuff and i only got one. maybe i’ll get some more

Is big game hunting a cost effective way to supplement my diet?

Sunday, January 20th, 2008
big game hunting
CLAUDIA B asked:


I love meat and organic meat seems healthier to me.

Will becoming a hunter be cost effective in the long run?

Are the permits expensive?
Are you allowed to shoot enough to live on?

Thanks!

How old should a person be before they start hunting deer?

Friday, January 18th, 2008
deer hunting
whenwillthelambsstopscreaming asked:


I’m having huge arguments with my in-laws about this topic. I was 6 years-old when my father bought me a cross-bow, but I didn’t get my first deer until I was 8. They think I’m full of it and told me that it’s way too young to be shooting a firearm. Where I came from (Ohio), most kids were out hunting with their fathers/brothers.