SCULPTY

Hey pig slayer, Having tried many different boots over the years (Blundstone included) I have settled on Merrell. I have found these the most comfortable boots for hiking, hunting and general rugged ware whilst being very durable. In fact mine have lasted just over 5 years with wearing them 60%+ of the time, I would say they have approx two years left in them but would need to have the sole replaced within that time. Pos: - Water proof - Durable - Comfortable - Middle to high cut, so provides ankle support and protection - Made from good quality leather - Quality Soles also Neg: - Within 2 years the edge of the soles tend to open where they are glued to the leather (or this happened on the older model boots), easy fix with RTV rubber and they stay water proof and then outlast other boots. Hope this helps.

There are two sorts (at least) out now... one are advertised as wool blend - these are the thick ones we all have warn and loved. The others are the cheaper ones and, although they are also wool blend, they are much much thinner! They also bare the same packaging as the original ones. They charge like a wounded bull any way, you'd think they should be of quality still!!!

From what I understand no... but you can with a form from the police station. Don't know what form however.

Hey Krusty, Yeah, we sure are still shooting and especially hunting... after all when you live in such a great open country as Australia why not! So what part of the US are you from?

Same here for SA game that is

Hey paul, I can recommend the lightforce 240Blitz from personal experience... very bright, light to hold (only does catch the wind a bit due to its large diameter), and has adjustable focus. Are you using it from a vehicle or battery pack, 240 is only good from a solid power source. Expect to pay $136 for the very cheapest I think doubleRcustoms has them in SA, but probably more like $165. IMO: Even though I own a 240Blitz, the 170 is also a very good light and is only $108. Powerbeam are supposed to be a very good light too but are a bit heavier... note they are also tuffer.

After a fair bit of testing of the maps mentioned in this post I am happy with Shonky Maps and will keep them as my preference. Highly recommend it to anyone after quality maps for their Garmin. Cheers for all who commented.

Downloaded, that took a while... Cheers Rono! Will check it out tonight.

Interesting 700sps... That would be useful for finding likely water sources among other things hey.

G'day guys, Well many of us are seeing the light and purchasing a GPS... well that is often just part of the picture, there are all sorts of maps available which suit the differing needs of the user. Here's the thing - stating the area it is best for as well as the unit make and model, which maps have you found to be the best and which the worst??? Being a bit short of the dosh, I recently purchased a Garmin Etrex Legend and have tried a few of the free maps available: * SHONKY MAPS... Pretty good although doesn't have the very fine detail of many fine tracks - still the best I have found! * TRACKS4AUSTRALIA... OK, but missing the finer details. Would like to see how detailed Garmin's maps are but gee whiz they cost a bit! Cheers

Sounds great jock, am sure you'll be happy with that one! I just purchased a Garmin Etrex Legend new and it cost me $105 on eBay. Will see how it goes when it arrives but it should work well for my hunting/off road needs and it was within my budget! I also noted how to get free mapping software - 'shonky maps' and 'tracks 4 Australia' are both highly recommended but still require mapsource to upload it to the Garmin.

I had a look at there site for the first time and noted they can't post any dies and reloading gear overseas - or at least that is what I read. Is this true or have others had a different experience?

I've been thinking of the possibility of a motorbike battery adapted to be mobile... just a thought.

I use a wüsthof sharpening steel and am very happy with the German quality.

Heads up... was talking to my mate who sells light force spotties and he mentioned that the price is going up this month - might be worth getting them quick if you haven't already!!!

I greatly dislike being the person on the back of the ute... you're a cruel task master there Robbo

240 Lightforce x2 It is the best value I think - great spotty too!

I love my bipod and use it for whenever I hunt roo, goats and foxes... I have found it to be very reliable when stalking up to within 200 meters and then shooting prone, or a quick shot off the bonnet. If your 30-06 is bedded and floated there should be no reason why a harris bipod attached to the swivel stud would cause an alteration to the POI as it does not have any influence on the barrel/action.

Wouldn't the laser beam reflect into the scope, be magnified and then enter your eye causing possible damage? Perhaps white tape would be safer than reflective tape? I dunno, just a thought.

Hunting need not be all about the 'best everything that is tailored to suit hunting', but more about doing the very best with what you have. Some of the most successful hunters I know just hike in their work boots. We don't require all the very best gear; you have a firearm that suits a particular game, you have clothes and boots, don't worrie about getting some other shoes. This is my opinion but mate, my left boot makes a squeak sound - it adds to the challenge!

Also should add to the above... Take a light weight tomahawk/cleaver with you as this will make removing the head, feet and the poo from in the groin area of a rabbit much easier (I keep that in the vehicle or at camp & bring it out at the end when dressing the rabbit).

I agree with YABBIE - in that it wouldn't be my first choice either... for the game you are wanting it for I would suggest a single blade lock knife such as a Gerber... This last one is probably my pref. as it is basic, functional, well made (holds its edge) and easy to clean!

G'day all, I just recently bit the bullet and got my firearms licence - yeeha!!! I'm a city slicker by location only - a country bloke by heart. I prefer stalking rather than spotlighting as Australia is a great country and I intend to see as much of it as I can! Currently own a Winchester 69a .22 cal in immaculate condition, a Gamo .177 Air rifle, and am looking for that perfect center-fire to last me a lifetime! I hunt rabbits and foxes mostly BUT am looking for access to some properties with some larger game such as deer, goat and of course pig - once I get a larger cal. gun though. Cheers for reading, SCULPTY.