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  4. ff5 V's A1 Turbo Flapper

    in Pigeon Decoying Equipment

    Posted

    Hi guys

     

    I am considering buy a flapper. Either the FF5 or the A1’s Turbo Flapper.

     

    I am trying to compare the two.

     

    The A1 produced is described very well on their site and I know what I am getting.

     

    I have tried calling Flightlines over the last few days with no joy to ask about the FF5.

     

    Before I make my order, does anyone know what the difference is between:-

    1. FF5 Multi Bird Flapper priced at £64.99

     

    1. FF5 "Rapid" Multi Bird Flapper priced at £84.99

     

    1. FF5 "Rapid DC" (dual control) Multi Bird Flapper priced at £94,99

     

    I believe option 1 does not have a random timer/speed controller, but what is the difference between option 2 and 3?

     

    Also, is it necessary to order the Remote control key fob and receiver? What are the advantages?

     

    Does the FF5 come with a battery? If not, what are the best ones to buy?

     

    Also, how does this compare to A1 Turbo flapper? (This is my other option.) If the FF5 really worth the extra cash?

     

    What are the waiting times now on the FF5?

     

    Thanks for your help guys.

     

    POL

  8. Which gun for a junior

    in Guns & Equipment

    Posted

    Hi guys. My nine year old son is ready to start shooting. He has joint me in the field over the last 18 months and watch me pigeon shooting.

     

    He has also watched me on the clays and I now think he is mature enough and understands gun safety.

     

    I would like to get him shooting clays and joining me in the hide.

     

    I've looked on gun trader and the Yildiz 410 gauge SPZ M seams a good price and size. Are these a good starter gun. Are there other better in this range? I've read mostly good reviews but some not so good.

     

    Also, he is a big 9 year old, should I be looking at one of the larger gauges, or is this the best to start out on.

     

    Is there a gauge between the 410 and 20? Is this worth a look?

     

    Finally, I can only find the Yildiz in the game version. Should I be looking for a sporter, or does it not matter as much in the smaller gauges.

     

    Sorry for so many questions, I've only had experiences with 12 gauges.

     

    Thanks. Pol

  10. Gun Insurance Reply

    in General Shooting Matters

    Posted

    The recent post had been locked, so I have started another as I wanted to reply:-

     

     

    Be careful guys, some household insurance policies, even when the gun is specified, classify the gun as “Sport Equipment”.

     

    Below is an example of the wording provided by a “household name” Insurer:-

     

    Sports equipment

    Articles used for sports activities, including sports clothes specifically designed to be used for any sports activity and belonging to you.

     

    Cover is then given on an “All Risks basis” (covered in and away from the home) but and this is the BIG BUT then cover is restricted whilst the gun is in use:

     

    Another example wording:-

     

    We will pay for accidental loss of or damage to personal possessions and any other item specified in the Personal Possessions section of your schedule while that property is inside the British Isles.

    But not

    a) Loss of or damage to:

    i) property more specifically insured by any other policy;

    ii) property held or used for any business;

    iii) any sports equipment while it is in use

     

    Point iii) is the killer.

     

    The following may sound nerdie, but please please please all check how our guns are insured as if like mine, are our pride and joys.

     

    I am not proud to say, but I am an Insurance broker (hang my head in shame) and I did read my household insurance policy cover to cover, and did have several arguments with the provider to get the correct cover that i needed.

     

    Also, the cheapest quote is not always the best, so do flick though those policy wordings to make sure what you are buying. We do not mind spending thousands of pounds on our guns and hundreds on shells, but despise (like me too) spending a little more on insurance.

     

    The above wording was taken from a quote I received for my last household insurance renewal. When reviewing this I was really shocked at the policy that was being sold to me. It was a household name provider too!

     

    Sorry to waffle on!!

     

    Happy shooting and insurer those guns.

     

    PoL

  11. Head torch?

    in Off Topic

    Posted

    Check out this three tourch pack from Amazon.

     

    Rolson 61762 9-LED Torch and 3-LED Head Light Set (3 Pieces).

     

     

    http://www.amazon.co.uk/Rolson-61762-9-LED-Torch-Pieces/dp/B003VIW43O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410815464&sr=8-1&keywords=Rolson+head+torch

     

    £6.65.

     

    I bought a set for my son then on arrival I went and bought a set for me. Had it for over a year now. Great little kit, mini tourch are fantastice too. Have one in my top pocket for shooting. Great walking back to the truck and missing the piot holes.

  12. Do I need a magnet

    in Pigeon Decoying Equipment

    Posted

    I've been having some good days with my set up very similar every time I adventure out.

     

    Between 10 - 15 decoys flocked shells on spring sticks and or FUDs.

     

    As the above, do I need a magnet?

     

    Will it help?

     

    I've never been out and used one. The two chaps I go with also do not have one, so I do not have access to borrow one to test one out.

     

    What are your thoughts.

     

    If they are a help, where should you buy from? It's a bit of a mine field out there.

     

    Are they much of a muchness or are some better made?

     

    I look forward to your comments.

     

    Pol

  20. Musto Competition Skeet Vest & Musto Evolution Gunslip

    in Other Sales

    Posted · Edited by Pirate of Love

    Both Items have now been sold, pending payment.

     

    Regards,

     

     

    POL

     

     

    Hi guys

    Please see the attached notices, one for each item.

    Both brand new, with tags, skeet vest still in Musto original packaging. (No recoil pad, Musto sell them separately.)

    Bought for a friend at a Game Fair six months ago. After months of chasing for the money, he has decided that shooting is now not for him!!! (But the bill is for me lol).

    The prices quoted are what I paid for them, so please no offers, as I will include the price of postage and packaging within the UK.

    As they are good prices, I will try to sell here to another member to enjoy a bargain. If not sold in a couple of weeks I'll put them on an auction site that shall not be named lol.

    Please pm me if you have any questions.

    Both items are still on the official Musto web page, if you need to check sizes.

    Happy shopping I mean shooting.

    Pol.

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  22. Blazer F3 Super Sporter

    in Guns & Equipment

    Posted

    I've got the 'basic' F3, had it for about 6 years and I love it.

     

    Mines left-handed and fits me perfectly, I've put well over 5000 cartridges through it and never had a single problem. Friend of mine has one but had his properly fitted which took a fair bit of time but again he's not had any issues.

     

    They come in a lovely case with barrel and stock weights but I've not messed around with any of these.

     

    Shame you don't live a bit closer as I'd have no problem letting you have a few shots with it.

     

    Thanks mate, and thanks for the offer.

     

    The more I am thinking of this, the more I want one! Lol.

     

    I am glad you mentioned the weights, this puzzled me. I like a heavy feeling gun, so I was hoping the shop would help me fix this from collection, then, I would be set.

     

    Let’s hope I join the Blaser gang soon.

     

    Thanks for your comments and good to hear from another lefty.

    There are 5 left handed DT10's on guntrader right now and many more wrongly labelled at dealers if you look hard. as beretta keep work work similar you can pick up your own wood work and then sell on the right handed wood work.

     

    There are some dealers who are better for LH guns, simple answer is go and try some.

     

    http://www.guntrader.co.uk/Guns-For-Sale/Beretta_Shotgun_DT10_For-Sale_130617162310001

    Thanks mate

     

    Ill take another look

  23. Blazer F3 Super Sporter

    in Guns & Equipment

    Posted

    what about the Perazzi MX2000/3 thats fully adjustable and sweet to handle too.

    Thanks for your reply.

     

    Lovely gun. But three times the price. I like the look of the Blasers, just wanted to hear from someone who owns one to see what they think.

     

    I have read a few reports which are quite divided, but I have not read one yet by a f3 owner.

  24. Blazer F3 Super Sporter

    in Guns & Equipment

    Posted

    Pirate - just looked at the link - I now appreciate your point. I assumed you meant the whole rib. Blaser's rib is hinged and adjustable at the muzzle. Similar to Krieghoff's adjustable barrels.

     

    Personally, I have never seen the point of them. It just adds another unnecessary dimensions to shooting - adjustable rib, adjustable stock, adjustable trigger, chokes etc. I prefer to keep it simple. I have had a few guns with adjustable combs, more multi-chokes than you can point a stick at, but settled for fixed choke - 3/8 and 3/8 - with a standard trap stock.

     

    I have seen a few Guerinis with these ribs. It crossed my mind that they would be expensive to repair, if the worst happened.

    Thanks Gordon.

     

    I think it's me. Just trying to make one gun do two (three if I could get away with it) jobs.

     

    Thanks to you both for the great replies. It has really helped.

  25. Blazer F3 Super Sporter

    in Guns & Equipment

    Posted

    I was looking for the right DT10 for a fair while too, and in fact waited till the Dt11 came out thinking the market would be flooded with DT10's boys had traded in...this just never happened. In fact I know of a few guys that have gone for the 10 over the 11 in recent months. I'm just not struck on the 11's forends (I have noticed beretta have started a Schnabel forend- maybe because of demand and lack of sales?) nor the blue paint. It looks tacky to me!

    Have you considered getting a righty and getting it converted to your lefty needs? I know the palm swell will be a problem but it could be an option?

    I looked into buying a left handed stock. Called GMK and was put off buy the price.

     

    Like you highlighted the palm swell worried me.

     

    I too thought the market would be flodded with 10's, but like you said, they have only become more popular.

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