Catamong Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 How about, "Excessive consumption of black pudding in the "Findon Fryer", or perhaps an MC style classic, "unable to get the shells in the gun as was sat down". You've got to chuckle. I reckon PDLM could surprise us all, despite his crippling condition, he'll whoop the Essex Straw Bale Gaylords, that's for sure. Cat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Cat, You really are losing it, I never said that I couldn't get the cartridges in the gun because I was sat down, I said you couldn't get them out of your pocket and that was an observation not an excuse. You reckon PDLM will whip the Essex Haybalers do you? I don't remember him doing that at the Essex Masters, unless there is 2 PDLMs (One that can shoot and one which can't) No offence meant Peter. The only chuckling will be at the sorry score that the Ex england shooter returns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 unless there is 2 PDLMs (One that can shoot and one which can't) Ooohhhhh you bitch !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Besides, I don't need an excuse for my shooting at the moment. I think I need a Krieghoff. That'll fix it.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashman Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Besides, I don't need an excuse for my shooting at the moment. I think I need a Krieghoff. That'll fix it.... You gun snob: don't forget to snub/make snide comments to the chippy, tyre-iron wielding peasants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Besides, I don't need an excuse for my shooting at the moment. I think I need a Krieghoff. That'll fix it.... You need an F3 mate, Nothing else comes close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 You gun snob: don't forget to snub/make snide comments to the chippy, tyre-iron wielding peasants. Oh, I do already. Both my shooting buddies use autos, one of them being a A301 that's 20 odd years old. I give them as much abuse as I possibly can whilst still maintaining my free cup of tea off them at the end of the shoot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 You need an F3 mate, Nothing else comes close. I tried Mung's and didn't get on that well with it. Seems nicely made and everything, but I couldn't hit anything with it... I mean, I was hitting less than with my gun which wasn't a lot anyway. Mung actually shot his best round of the pool shoot (2nd of 3 rounds) at the Essex Masters with my gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chard Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) Besides, I don't need an excuse for my shooting at the moment. I think I need a Krieghoff. That'll fix it.... The trouble with Krieghoffs is that they (rightly or wrongly) imply that you're a top shot There are a couple of blokes who shoot at Worsley sometimes with K-80s and they are, shall we say, indifferent shots . Although I do try and think charitable thoughts, I find myself thinking or muttering all sorts of bad **** Much as I'd like one if I had the money, I think I'd try and raise my game a bit first Edited May 21, 2009 by Chard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 I tried Mung's and didn't get on that well with it. Seems nicely made and everything, but I couldn't hit anything with it... I mean, I was hitting less than with my gun which wasn't a lot anyway. Mung actually shot his best round of the pool shoot (2nd of 3 rounds) at the Essex Masters with my gun. I know, I equalled that score with my F3. It is not the gun at all it is getting used to whatever you use. A year or so more with yours and you'll get there. I still reckon it is too long for you but there you go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Too long where? Stock (length of pull) or overall ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Stock (LOP) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Ok. It's exactly where Husthwaite set it to, lenght wise. Only change he made I didn't implement was an increase in comb. I've now got an ISIS Comb raiser which I'll be trying tomorrow to see if it makes any difference. I've only taped it on temporarily and and dump it quickly if it doesn't work. Interestingly, he wasn't the only coach to mention that my gun could/should be longer. The difference is only 0.5" and I can put it back easily. The ****** is that I was on pretty good form for a couple of weeks after that. 86/100 Kibworth and 110/125 at Doveridge, dunno what the hell is going on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 The good news is that the weather tomorrow is going to be pretty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) Just out of interest what is the length of pull? If it feels right to you then that is all that matters, but you actually look uncomfortable shooting it. How did he establish the dimensions? Edited May 21, 2009 by MC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 15.5" Established by dry mounting, checking distance from end of my beak (which is big) to thumb, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markio Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 I give them as much abuse as I possibly can whilst still maintaining my Teeth and free cup of tea off them at the end of the shoot. Just my style! 15.5" Established by dry mounting, checking distance from end of my beak (which is big) to thumb, etc. **** me! Do your knuckles still drag on the ground when you stand up straight? I thought i had lanky arms but i shoot a standard setup browning and it feels very comfortable for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 I wasn't going to be quite as blunt as Markio, I guess the co op have got offers on red wine. That seems hellishly long to me as you don't seem that far off standard proportions. I have just measured all 3 of my shotguns and they are all 14 3/8" As said if you are happy with it then that is all that matters but you don't look comfortable with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) You must have me confused with someone else? Unless standard proportions these days are 6' tall, 19 stone with 50" chests This is me.... excuse the shorts.... pic was taken a few years ago... :blink: Edited June 15, 2009 by Peter De La Mare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markio Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) Cooeee sailor. :blink: EDIT: Whatever suits i guess, it just seems like a lot of gun to have mounted that far from your body. Edited May 21, 2009 by Markio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 It may seem so. I was taking the advice of two coaches. If it doesn't work out I can put it all back easily and start again. :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mungler Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) You're talking like a true sandbagger, desperately trying to shake off that "millstone" of an "A" classification. I'll go as far as a 12 bird credit, I take it we have a deal? Cat. That's a pity........I'll have to tell my nominated charity they won't be getting their £50 cheque. Shoot well guys, you'll love the layout, particularly the "other" valley where they hosted the World Sporting Championship. Cat. Cat, I am genuinely shocked and flattered by your suggestion that a 3 year haybaler is but 12 birds off an ex England AA class gazzillion mile registered shooter over a 200 bird 25 stand shoot, at the ex England AA class gazzillion mile registered shooter's home ground :blink: Thank you for the compliment. Now if I can just get you to quit the CPSA, pack in that mileage and support your local haybale, I too will change my name to Cheryl. Peter, The shoot on Monday, we will give you the once over and we will be helping and coaching eachother like ******** to make sure we beat the number 2's in the number 2 team. We will find out what's wrong with you and we will fix you. We can rebuild you in return for bacon rolls and tea. We will make you the £6 man. dunnununununa dunnununununa dunnununununa Edited May 21, 2009 by Mungler Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chard Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Peter, The shoot on Monday, we will give you the once over and we will be helping and coaching eachother like ******** to make sure we beat the number 2's in the number 2 team. We will find out what's wrong with you and we will fix you. We can rebuild you in return for bacon rolls and tea. We will make you the �6 man. dunnununununa dunnununununa dunnununununa **** :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter De La Mare Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Yes they are perfectly standard dimensions I only differ in that I am 6' 4". But my stock isn't anywhere near that long Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.