mft135 Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 It's been a while since my last post but now i have time and back on my ship here are some photos of my january trip to caithness for red deer. Since my last post i have got my new sako 85 .308 reload set up, hornaday 150 sst, norma shell case, cci primer, 44 grn of V - n 140. this tested on a crono is 2720 fps, which seems to work great, less than 1 inch at 100 meters. Here are a few pic's of the trip, i have been studying how to cut up a full carcass with the help of a dvd from david stretton. I am studying for my dcs 1 at the moment but finding it hard going with deer ecoligy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 Look's awesome mate If you don't mind PM about how much that set you back ? Or just post up if your not shy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shot shot Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 Nice one!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mft135 Posted March 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 Bigthug87 The stalking trip per day is 130 pounds this encludes a stalking guide which is usualy the estate owner. Three stalks per day if time permits a lot of walking over open heather,the only other cost is accomadation or b & b in halkirk nearby. if you want to stay at the eastate 5 star but around 80 per night. If you want any more info i will send it on to you. mft 135. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 Bigthug87 The stalking trip per day is 130 pounds this encludes a stalking guide which is usualy the estate owner. Three stalks per day if time permits a lot of walking over open heather,the only other cost is accomadation or b & b in halkirk nearby. if you want to stay at the eastate 5 star but around 80 per night. If you want any more info i will send it on to you. mft 135. Thanks mate Does that count towards your DSC ? Do you need deer on your ticket to do it ? I put in for a 243 the other day but for fox! Those deer stalking courses look bloody expensive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeinVA Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 It's been a while since my last post but now i have time and back on my ship here are some photos of my january trip to caithness for red deer.Since my last post i have got my new sako 85 .308 reload set up, hornaday 150 sst, norma shell case, cci primer, 44 grn of V - n 140. this tested on a crono is 2720 fps, which seems to work great, less than 1 inch at 100 meters. Here are a few pic's of the trip, i have been studying how to cut up a full carcass with the help of a dvd from david stretton. I am studying for my dcs 1 at the moment but finding it hard going with deer ecoligy. Now that is what i am talking about A man that can process the right way.. Great pix mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liamlumsden Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 very nice m8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seisobs Posted March 4, 2009 Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 Quality, now get back down the compressor room, I'll need air in 15 mins! He he Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mft135 Posted March 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2009 Bigthug87, If I am correct it does not count until you have your dsc level 1, then you can stalk with a verified witness towards your dsc level 2. You can stalk with your own rifle only if you have it on your licence, ( if going for red deer .243 100grn bullet minumum.) If not on ticket use estate rifle. In some way's the dsc level's are starting to be a bit of a rip off to many people and organisations getting involved. mft135. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullet boy Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 Good kit good pics! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadkill Posted March 5, 2009 Report Share Posted March 5, 2009 great pics mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jinxy72 Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 Bigthug87 The stalking trip per day is 130 pounds this encludes a stalking guide which is usualy the estate owner. Three stalks per day if time permits a lot of walking over open heather,the only other cost is accomadation or b & b in halkirk nearby. if you want to stay at the eastate 5 star but around 80 per night. If you want any more info i will send it on to you. mft 135. do they charge extra for the meat ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lloyd90 Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 do they charge extra for the meat ? I think you get charged on the size/weight of the deer although you get a good deal of meat to stock the freezer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salop Matt Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 I would love a vecent slab of venison but have no means of getting any. No land with any deer on and no rifle if there was ! My only option would be to pay the earth for a very little amount from a game dealer which i dont fancy at all. Any suggestions to help me out ? those picks have just given me alsorts of cullenry ideas including the BBQ ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosd Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 They are great pictures mate!! The meat all tied up looks fantastic!! Bet that filled the freezer up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jinxy72 Posted March 13, 2009 Report Share Posted March 13, 2009 I think you get charged on the size/weight of the deer although you get a good deal of meat to stock the freezer this is what i was thinking ... just hope they dont charge butcher prices !!!!! anyone else any idea on what they charge ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted March 14, 2009 Report Share Posted March 14, 2009 (edited) Best pics in ages Good stuff! Cant wait to get my stalking rifle. Edited March 14, 2009 by Hunter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hero Posted March 16, 2009 Report Share Posted March 16, 2009 good deer mate well done hero ps nice gun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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