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  1. Lightforce

    in Guns & Equipment

    Posted

    Make sure you get the same form of filament(vertical or horizontal) as it will alter the shape of the beam !

     

    You can put either filament in, it depends if you prefer a tighter spot or a flood beam.

    The wattage however is critical depending upon the model of lamp you have.

    Deben genuine bulbs in my experience do not last any longer but cost far more, the choice is yours.

     

    Rgds D2D.

  2. Lamps...

    in General Shooting Matters

    Posted

    Hi Wookie if its not got to be state of the art and not break the bank I have a setup you can have that will lamp out to .22 sub ranges.

     

    Scope mountable 400.000CP Deben Blue eye, with red filter, battery and case.

     

    £50 the lot plus whatever the postie wants to bring it.

     

    PM me if you want it,

     

    Rgds D2D.

  3. NEW TOM TOM 720T

    in Other Sales

    Posted · Edited by dusk2dawn

    For sale brand new still boxed TOM TOM 720T bought from Halfords as a pressie but new Freelander2 has satnav.

     

    Comes with Euopean mapping, blutooth various other whistles and assorted bells.

     

    £225 posted........... may p/x Cobra Merlin /DSA /Dipol laser / cash adjustment.

     

    Please pm if interested and you can have it in time for Xmas. :good:

     

    Rgds D2D.

     

    NOW SOLD.........

  4. Feeling remorse after shooting

    in General Shooting Matters

    Posted

    Young man .

     

    your thougts of regret at shooting a pigeon is a good thing . You are showing compassion that is lacking in lots of people these days . I can clearly remember many years ago when i shot my first deer . I have never felt such regret in all my life as i did shooting my first buck . I have never enjoyed the actuall killing of deer although the thrill to me is the stalk . I still sometimes have regrets in making the kill and have on occasion deliberately not made the shot . Carry 0n with your shooting and i will bet that you will make a good hunter because you have compassion and you will learn to respect your quarry . Best of luck to you . Harnser .

     

    I can only echo Harsners words as he sets it out about right, most of us have deep feelings for whatever quarry we decide to shoot, on the other side of the coin are the numerous "videos" that appear regularly on you tube, and a few on here, boasting of long shots and creatures being blown to pieces accompanied by laughter and shouts of glee, these people sadden me.

    You carry on the way you are and over the years hopefully you in turn will pass on the respect to newcomers, our sport is all the richer for "thinking shooters".

     

    My ten pence worth :good:

     

    Rgds D2D.

  7. Lightforce

    in Guns & Equipment

    Posted · Edited by dusk2dawn

    What calibre are you shooting?

     

    Good lamp, the 170 Striker is better for foxing but the Lance will do the job as well. Just don't put a 100W bulb into the lance housing as it will scorch the reflector and ruin the performance.

     

     

    Evening chaps...

     

    Does anyone know the Osram (or similar) part number(s) for a replacement 100w 12v bulb for a LightForce Striker lamp?

     

    I know you can get them direct from Deben, but I'd like to try and source one localy before having to wait for online delivery! :rolleyes:

     

    Cheers :P

     

    Osram HLX 62138 100W Both Vertical filaments

    Philips402158xx 100W

    Hope this helps.

     

    Rgds D2D

  8. Snow coming in !!!

    in Pigeon Shooting Tips

    Posted

    We rarely get real snow in the SEast anymore, but back in the 60s/70s when we did, I have often used the same tactics as your friend, but with pieces of canvas tarp.

     

    Now, when there has been a slight fall, I always look for the lea side of woods and high hedges, anywhere sheltered and showing some greenery, thats where the pigeons will be.

     

    During heavy snow storms, I have had some excellent shooting in the woods.

    Most birds don't like flying in heavy snow, rain, or fog.

     

    Snowflakes falling very lightly but sun is shining brightly, so no chance of it laying.

     

    Rgds D2D.

  13. How to "finish" them

    in Airgunners

    Posted

    If you want a priest, look no further......

     

    >>> Priest for sale <<<

     

    Made to order and a variety of wood available, laburnam, Yew, Cherry, walnut and Rhododendron

     

    All made by me in my shed

     

    PM me if your interested

     

    The priest looks the business and quite well made, certainly as good as any commercial ones available, maybe a refinement would be a small hole drilled in the handle end and a lanyard fitted to attach it to a belt loop, it could then be carried in a pocket ready for use but not put down or lost.

     

    For many years I picked up on several large estates, where etiquette was important, despatching more Pheasants and Ducks than I care to remember and this arrangement served me well.

     

    Also the same priest can be used when Fly fishing etc during the summer months.

     

    Rgds D2D.

  15. Magazines

    in General Shooting Matters

    Posted

    I'm a subscriber to ST, Sporting Shooter, The Field and Sporting Rifle. I am also a BASC, CLA, NFU and CA member. For topical, accurate and well-written entertainment and news, ST leads by a country mile.

     

    The BASC mag is dull, in my opinion. I read it thoroughly, and on occasion (like the article on trespass in the current issue) it is damned useful. However a lot of the content is out of date by the time it lands on my doorstep.

     

    I agree the BASC mag is dull, it lacks useful articles of interest to us ordinary shooters and has too many highbrow ads, the quarterly Custodian mag from BASC is a competely different take on shooting and game management, its aimed at Keepers but imo the BASC should be including this with normal membership as part of the main mag.

     

    :yes: D2D

  16. Recommend me a .223 rifle & moderator setup

    in Guns & Equipment

    Posted

    Ok, slot opened up under the 30 day rule.

     

    So, any final words of advice before I go shopping?

     

    I want a light rifle, short but heavy barrel (something that will poke out the window of the truck and fire off plenty before getting hot).

     

    P.S. Steyr Scout Tactical Elite with heavy stainless barrel now deffo go to go and the clock will be running.

     

     

    "Something that will poke out of the truck and fire off plenty before getting hot"... now its either going to be a heist :lol: or your being attacked by a tribe of marauding foxes :lol: , how many .223 rounds are you thinking of firing in quick succession from a truck, or are you even going bunny bashing with .223 :yp:

     

    Mystified of Kent.

     

    :lol: D2D

  17. Clulite Sl2 Light and filters for sale

    in Other Sales

    Posted

    It does not say whether or not its 12volt.

     

    the battery measures 8"x4" so I would imagine its a 12 volt one

     

    as a 6volt battery I once had with another light was considerably smaller.

     

    Its very powerful beam that lasts forever.

     

    Doug

     

    My Clulite has a 6v battery and its the same size but narrower than the 12v by comparison, if thats any use to you.

     

    :good: d2d

  22. 12g Cartridges

    in Other Sales

    Posted

    Have sold the 12G to get a 20G which means I now have a surplus of 12G Cartridges.

     

    120 RC30 30Gram No6

    75 Express 21Gram No7.5 clay cartridges

    50 Gamebore pure gold 28Gram No6

    90 Mixed Game/Clay

     

    £35ono

     

    License holders only

     

    Have these been sold?, have pm,d but no reply as yet, I will have them please.

     

    Coming past your door on Saturday 18th, pm please to arrange collection.

     

    :) D2D

  23. Green laning/ Off roading

    in Country Sports

    Posted

    does anybody know where to go green laning in kent or east sussex

     

     

    We get seriously pi**ed off with a little convoy of 6 or so 4x4,s frequently out on our patch TN26/7, sat pm and/or sun am, who think its their god given right to deviate across any stubble, woodland track etc taking down or removing anything in the way, churning up organised toll rides meant for horses, forcing walkers into the hedge/ditch (which they think is hilarious). Most insurance policies do not cover offroad driving so it would not be goodnews if someone or their dog were to be injured.

     

    They, and I hope one of them is reading this, will despite the cit band radios, soon be sorted by the rural plod squad who have been tasked to end their regular sorties. Even to the extent of staking out the Ashford Tesco jet wash and nearby Mac D,s where they wash down and trough :hmm: ....... so be warned not everyone shares the same enthusiasm for "greenlaners".

     

    Im not a killjoy by any means, always had 4x4 and enjoy offroad driving, but by invitation and legally.

     

    :) D2D

  24. Jeans

    in Off Topic

    Posted · Edited by dusk2dawn

    :yes: Thats easy...when they are visibly soiled..................

     

     

     

     

    Ref EE Avatar

     

    Oh no.... I,ve gone blind again :) ... thanks "Dude" :P:lol:

     

    :/ D2D

  25. Rabbit Shooting

    in Airgunners

    Posted

    Anybody catch the Radio 4 Food Programme on rabbits today?

     

    http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00dqctd/

     

    It seemed reasonably sympathetic to shooters.

     

    Question though, not having done it myself yet, is the advice they offer on preparation of newly shot rabbits what you experienced blokes do?

     

    Is there a case for someone posting the definitive "How to do it" for rabbits on here?

     

     

    Second thing you do is push the piddle out of it, whats the first thing you do?? :hmm:

     

    :good: D2D

     

    do the double, check its dead!! neck cracker!

     

    THAT MAN WINS THE PRIZE.. out the other night with the team and eager to get on,was running my thumb down the belly of the umpteenth one, when I realised it was looking at me.... felt awful for all of 3 :yes: seconds, good job it doesnt happen very often.

     

    :yes: D2D

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