dave1992 Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 As the title says really, give me as much stick as you like if its not the done thing like ive seen someone say on another forum. Anyone do it or tried it? Just want some information really. Thanks, Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest cookoff013 Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 not this again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al4x Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 I've not shot them with slugs but with AAA's when we have been shooting muntjac in certain situations. Not done it for years but certainly its very effective and they do drop easily, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bi9johnny Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 boring going over old stuff.... nothing personal mate but it's subjects like this are just to start a reaction and realy as you requested "give me as much stick as you like" makes me think you know the reaction already Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave1992 Posted March 8, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 Well im sorry to bring it up, but when i reffered to 'give me as much stick as you want' i meant for the fact that people look down upon it, ive used the search thing loads of times it never works for me and im more than competant on a computer, dont want to rub people up the wrong way, just someone new wanting to know pretty short simple questions that when i google it i can only find americans firing at melons '300' yards away. Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegasus bridge Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 we could combine some common themes and re-title this thread ' what powder for reloading slugs for 600 mtr lamping of deer in trees?' :yp: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShooterTom Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 (edited) we could combine some common themes and re-title this thread ' what powder for reloading slugs for 600 mtr lamping of deer in trees?' :yp: Haha!! Edited March 8, 2012 by ShooterTom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpshooter.123 Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malkiserow Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 we could combine some common themes and re-title this thread ' what powder for reloading slugs for 600 mtr lamping of deer in trees?' :yp: Can you reload air guns? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kev56 Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 What are sglus :look: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
955i Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 How hard would you try to get a 10mm spanner to fit a 12mm nut? Use the right tool for the job, and if you don't have the right tool let someone who does do the job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieT Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 Nothing strange about the question really, it's good to broaden your knowledge. As with all things firearms, if you can demonstrate a need you will be granted slugs for use on deer. Although not a replacement for a suitable rifle, slugs at medium ranges are a very effective tool. They are useful in situations where you may be carrying a shotgun around in your vehicle and having access to slugs enables you to deal with the odd deer that presents itself. Also useful for farmers and crofters who do not have a rifle but have a need to cull marauding deer. I always carry a couple of slugs with me when working for the above reasons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redgum Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 Nothing strange about the question really, it's good to broaden your knowledge. As with all things firearms, if you can demonstrate a need you will be granted slugs for use on deer. Although not a replacement for a suitable rifle, slugs at medium ranges are a very effective tool. They are useful in situations where you may be carrying a shotgun around in your vehicle and having access to slugs enables you to deal with the odd deer that presents itself. Also useful for farmers and crofters who do not have a rifle but have a need to cull marauding deer. I always carry a couple of slugs with me when working for the above reasons. Totally agree, I normally carry a RPG laucher in the truck just incase of enemy invasion, you gotta be prepared. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Browning Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 At least al4x and CharlieT each gave sensible and knowledgeable replies, amongst the idiotic ones who really don't have a clue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandalf Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 Maybe it comes with age but I don't even put a shottie up to hares any more. Seen to many that were not killed outright. Yes, I know you could bring tigers down with No6 shot on occasions but I sure wouldn't want to rely on one for defence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al4x Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 (edited) Totally agree, I normally carry a RPG laucher in the truck just incase of enemy invasion, you gotta be prepared. should expect a cretinous reply occasionally but Charlie T is a farmer in red deer country I believe. Take an example of seeing a deer with a broken leg that is mobile after a road accident or getting it stuck in a fence. Go home for a rifle and it could well have made cover and be hard to find, or use said slug with the shotgun that is being carried as the range is far above a shotguns conventional range. In this country driven large game isn't the done thing thats why people go over to the continent to do it, a slightly strange scenario. In the fenced situation where I've shot muntjac which was something akin to trying to get them out of a 200 acre jungle you could be there for weeks on end with a rifle and not do the job or drive the lot over a few days. In the end it never worked as the fences kept being breached but the idea was there to start with Edited March 9, 2012 by al4x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave1992 Posted March 9, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 Id like to thank the people who have given me sensible replies, as i spent most of last night searching for laws and regulations on the matter. To my surprise it isnt an 'obivious' answer there are all manner of other things to take into account. If this is the way some members decide to answer newbies questions with daft comments makes me wonder why you even bothered to click on the post and actually post a reply, if its that much of pain why not just ignore my post? Simple enough really youd think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bi9johnny Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 as a means of humane dispatch , yes, as a general hunting round i don't agree........the two scenario's are very different Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosd Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 For those who want to give a sensible answer, firstly from a couple of the replies I'm guessing it isn't illegal to say shoot a muntjac with a slug, but my second question is at what distance could this be done? I'm not asking the absolute maximum range, but one where you know the range is definitely and absolutely effective. I'm asking because I've had a couple of situations where a munty has wondered into the decoy pattern just 25 yards out, I don't rifle shoot, I have no interest in it and I am not going to start stalking with my semi auto! And before I get attacked, you can save it, it's just a question; I know I'm a responsible shot and don't need to a mouth full for asking a question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al4x Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 it does have a legal side to it COSD best option is don't unless you have met the legal criteria but effectiveness 70 yards plus would be on the conservative side. this gives a quick run down of what can be done. S.7 of the Deer Act 1991 provides that it must not be less than a 12 bore. It may only be used by the occupier of the land and other specific categories of person when damage is being done by deer of the same species that are being shot. For example, it would not be legal to shoot roe with a shotgun if the serious damage was being inflicted by muntjac. As to ammunition for the shotgun, this must either be rifled slug of not less than 22.68 grammes (350 grains) or AAA shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickt Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 At least al4x and CharlieT each gave sensible and knowledgeable replies, amongst the idiotic ones who really don't have a clue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bi9johnny Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 i look at my gun cabinet as a tool box everything in there has it's part to play and is a correct tool for a correct job from air to 410 to 12 to 243 they are just tools likewise with ammo...but as in everything it is everyone to his own...if you wish to knock nails in with a 14lb lump hammer it's up to you....i tend to go with the old boys look that if you shoot it and it is edible then give it the respect it deserves and you or someone else eats it... i cannot ever see me hitting a munty with a slug and looking for the bits to eat afterwards and i say that with the knowledge i have of dispatching livestock with brenika slug some years back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlieT Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 I am quite amazed by the reactions of some. Many, many people are quite happy to go to Europe and shoot both pig's and deer with slugs and deem it to be more than acceptable yet for some form of misplaced morals or perhaps just plain old envy decry their use in this country. I can group slugs at 100 yds within the same criteria as required for a pass with a rifle for DSC1, slugs are a useful accurate tool for culling deer in some situations. Not perhaps for the weekend stalker, who's more interested in the latest scope or gizmo he has on his rifle but for someone who lives and works amongst deer on a daily basis slugs are another useful tool to employ in deer management. This thread reminds me of the ones discussing handguns for humane dispatch. The majority of those arguing against them are those who can't get one !!. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huffhuff Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 I am quite amazed by the reactions of some. Many, many people are quite happy to go to Europe and shoot both pig's and deer with slugs and deem it to be more than acceptable yet for some form of misplaced morals or perhaps just plain old envy decry their use in this country. I can group slugs at 100 yds within the same criteria as required for a pass with a rifle for DSC1, slugs are a useful accurate tool for culling deer in some situations. Not perhaps for the weekend stalker, who's more interested in the latest scope or gizmo he has on his rifle but for someone who lives and works amongst deer on a daily basis slugs are another useful tool to employ in deer management. This thread reminds me of the ones discussing handguns for humane dispatch. The majority of those arguing against them are those who can't get one !!. I'll be honest, I read the thread and thought the same. This is a video taken from another thread about slug (surprisingly accurate over great distance and still packs a punch) ; Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beretta28g Posted March 9, 2012 Report Share Posted March 9, 2012 (edited) The thing i would say is why do you need one? What will a shotgun slug do that a suitable centerfire rifle cant? Edited March 9, 2012 by Beretta28g Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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