JDog Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 I've now got 'house maids knee' and 'scrubber's elbow' and if I had stayed doing what I was doing for much longer I would have had 'Miner's lung' or even worse. So fresh air it was as I attempted to find some pigeons and probably more importantly permission to shoot them. I found a promising situation and after a knock on a door or two I found the right person and away I went. Or rather away I didn't go because as I was unpacking my kit I spotted that my cartridge bag had only six shells in it. My Barbour jacket had another five and there were four hiding underneath my car seats. Fifteen shells may easily have been enough I don't know but I decided against setting up in case I spoilt a decent flight another day. Do any of you PW members have a magical cure for forgetfulness? This is getting ridiculous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian28 Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 If its getting that bad perhaps a shooting check list, and grats on new shooting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Oh you tit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yickdaz Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 yeah put them in the car the night before, or check that you have them as your loading your gear on the day lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddy Galore! Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 my wife reckons it's a good job my balls are in a bag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Essex Keeper Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 (edited) Went lamping the other night had all my gear nv caller rifle bullets No bloody bolt Edited April 3, 2015 by m2tyj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilts#Dave Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Were you feeling particularly strong when you put your cartridge bag in the car? Gutting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HIDENSEEK Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 I've now got 'house maids knee' and 'scrubber's elbow' and if I had stayed doing what I was doing for much longer I would have had 'Miner's lung' or even worse. So fresh air it was as I attempted to find some pigeons and probably more importantly permission to shoot them. I found a promising situation and after a knock on a door or two I found the right person and away I went. Or rather away I didn't go because as I was unpacking my kit I spotted that my cartridge bag had only six shells in it. My Barbour jacket had another five and there were four hiding underneath my car seats. Fifteen shells may easily have been enough I don't know but I decided against setting up in case I spoilt a decent flight another day. Do any of you PW members have a magical cure for forgetfulness? This is getting ridiculous. I did have a magic cure for forgetfulness, but I've forgotten what it was! I use a list,when I can remember where I put it....Scrubbers elbow sounds interesting.. is that a repetitive strain injury?!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 I did have a magic cure for forgetfulness, but I've forgotten what it was! I use a list,when I can remember where I put it....Scrubbers elbow sounds interesting.. is that a repetitive strain injury?!! You're thinking of ******* cramp! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon controller Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Would it be any help to have a check list tattoo on your forearm ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmydean Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 We all do it - I've been shooting, thought I'd dropped the bolt and spent an hour looking for it, thought it must be at home and looked in my pocket for the cabinet keys - missing bolt. I've remembered everything for a long awaited days shooting and forgot my gloves, naturally in winter. I find the only way now is to think through myself (hat, coat, socks, spare socks, gloves, wellies etc), my kit ,(gun, sticks, cartridges, bullets, shooting seat, lunch, sat nav, postcode etc) Experience has however taught me nothing is foolproof ! A handkerchief is the most necessary often forgotten bit of kit ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Well the good news is that you have gained your first Linc's permission . The bad news unfortunately is you are still making school boy errors ! I fear , you will soon be wandering the streets of binbrook in you jim jams ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motty Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 PLONKER! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ditchman Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 green lipped mussell pills......put them in your mouth ...not up the back door like wot the frenchies do......that will help with the memory thing ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted April 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 (edited) PLONKER! Motty, I have been called much worse in my time and for someone as forthright as yourself you showed admirable restraint in your choice of word. Edited April 3, 2015 by JDog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2meterpeter Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 check list then tell the wife where you put it ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Being self-employed and having several sources of income I find that when I'm particularly busy I have to make lists of what I need to do tomorrow and what I need for tomorrow, and while I have a lot of my shooting gear already in my vehicle ready to go if I suddenly find myself worked up for the day or whatever, I have a list of all the gear I need to take with me to go shooting. I don't leave cartridges in my vehicle anymore for the same reason you ran short, instead my cartridge bag goes in the vehicle when I go, and is brought back in when I return. The list is pinned on a board and I check it before leaving the house, especially if in a rush. The thing I very often use to leave behind due to the stupid legislation concerning them, was a knife. I don't even like leaving any knives in my jacket pockets anymore as I once did, just in case I grab that jacket to take out the dog for a walk, so need a reminder to pop one in my pocket before leaving when going shooting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Passionforangling Posted April 3, 2015 Report Share Posted April 3, 2015 Oh dear. The move has obviously affected you. Simple really......just fill your cartridge bag the night before you go shooting. I put 100 in mine a few weeks ago........and still have 80 odd left in there! ( but, as an optimist, I will top it up in the morning before I get a few hours out tomorrow) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody walloper Posted April 4, 2015 Report Share Posted April 4, 2015 slab under seat only to be used for emergencies . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marsh man Posted April 4, 2015 Report Share Posted April 4, 2015 In reality Mr JDog you have moved on from ( school boy errors ) , you have now entered the era of senior moments , and believe you me , leaving your cartridges behind is frustrating but nothing to worry about , just one of the enjoyments of getting on a bit . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dead eye alan Posted April 4, 2015 Report Share Posted April 4, 2015 Silly boy 1st rule is more cartridges than you will need, but I have on one occasion forgotten my GUN. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandalf Posted April 4, 2015 Report Share Posted April 4, 2015 Welcome to old age Sir. When I was young and in my prime I remembered everything. Then I started using check lists for the more important aspects of life. Then it was lists for most things. Then lists for everything. These days I have lists of check lists. My usual problem is forgetting to put my contact lenses in... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cocknee Posted April 4, 2015 Report Share Posted April 4, 2015 I am really glad you found somewhere to shoot mate now all you need is enough of the right equipment or maybe a carer would be more suitable if I were closer I would willingly apply for the position though only for the shooting forays I am afraid you would have to take yourself to the loo etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted April 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 4, 2015 How kind Cocknee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turbo33 Posted April 4, 2015 Report Share Posted April 4, 2015 That's just the beginning Jdog, you'll have night sweats to look forward to, daytime hot flushes, a need to re discover your youth, and best of all, you can snap Lady Jdogs head off at least 7 times a week and get away with it! Like most of us in the same boat, she will be superbly supportive, understanding and more than mildly confused!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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