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Forum: Open Rimfire

Yesterday, 09:50 PM

Replies: 22

looking for a lever

Views: 809

Posted By tbates66

Took me awhile to respond to this question. Not...

Took me awhile to respond to this question. Not sure what ammo he tried in his rifle, but he is a skilled marksman and one of the most gun-savvy guys I know. So, if he said it wouldn't shoot, I...

Forum: .22 Ammunition (S-L-LR)

12-06-2019, 12:39 AM

Replies: 88

CCI-SV disappointment

Views: 9,557

Posted By tbates66

CCI--SV has generally functioned well for me. ...

CCI--SV has generally functioned well for me. Have killed lots of squirrels with it. But, I have aa concern about CCI Customer Service. I had a problem with some of their newest 17Mach2 ammo that...

Forum: .17HM2

12-01-2019, 01:17 PM

Replies: 17

Love my CZ hm2 for squirrels more every time I use it

Views: 885

Posted By tbates66

I certainly understand your attraction to...

I certainly understand your attraction to squirrel hunts. Squirrels are my favorite game animal to chase. Shooting a deer is a rush for sure as are coyotes, but that usually means one shot. With...

Forum: Open Rimfire

11-30-2019, 10:56 PM

Replies: 22

looking for a lever

Views: 809

Posted By tbates66

Many moons ago I had a short stroke .22LR lever...

Many moons ago I had a short stroke .22LR lever action, by JC Higgins....a. piece of crap for sure. Last year I bought a Browning BL-22 and hated it. Sold it immediately. Finally found a Marlin...

Forum: .17HM2

11-30-2019, 10:40 PM

Replies: 17

Love my CZ hm2 for squirrels more every time I use it

Views: 885

Posted By tbates66

Never thought about using a 17Mach2 as a deer...

Never thought about using a 17Mach2 as a deer call, but, hey, I'll try it. I too find the 17Mach2 to be a 1st rate squirrel getter. I've boasted my longest squirrel kill at 125 yds with mine. And...

Forum: .22 Ammunition (S-L-LR)

11-26-2019, 09:10 PM

Replies: 29

Who here uses resizing dies?

Views: 3,086

Posted By tbates66

If you need your rimfire ammo to blow up on...

If you need your rimfire ammo to blow up on impact, switch to 17HMR.

Forum: Open Rimfire

11-23-2019, 04:37 PM

Replies: 30

LGS buying guns

Views: 1,459

Posted By tbates66

This fair and typical. My LGS charges 30%. I've...

This fair and typical. My LGS charges 30%. I've never had any luck selling on consignment, even after lowering the prices at 2 different LGS. Go figure. The best of the two will not trade for a...

Forum: Open Rimfire

11-20-2019, 03:42 PM

Replies: 35

Which to keep T/C or CZ

Views: 1,833

Posted By tbates66

Not being particularly fond of either rifle and...

Not being particularly fond of either rifle and being retired means you can do whatever you want without regret. I say sell both and treat yourself to a rifle you've always thought about but...

Forum: Browning

11-20-2019, 03:19 PM

Replies: 24

Browning BL 22

Views: 1,468

Posted By tbates66

Bought a new BL-22 Grade II and shot one box of...

Bought a new BL-22 Grade II and shot one box of shells through it. Did not like it at all so sold it quickly and bought a Marlin Golden 39A. Now I'm happy.

Forum: .17HM2

11-20-2019, 09:38 AM

Replies: 18

Which new ammo; Hornady or CCI

Views: 792

Posted By tbates66

I shoot an Anschutz 1502. I've found no...

I shoot an Anschutz 1502. I've found no consistently discernible difference between the various Mach2 ammos. My rifle did like the Federal slightly better but you can't find it any more. Sold my...

Forum: .17HMR

11-19-2019, 11:00 PM

Replies: 2

the $99 walmart A 17 accuracy

Views: 520

Posted By tbates66

I'm assuming this is a Savage. If a project...

I'm assuming this is a Savage. If a project rifle is what you want, then I say go for it. Depending on what you want, it could no longer be a bargain. I will say that Savage makes a pretty darn...

Forum: .17HMR

11-19-2019, 10:46 PM

Replies: 29

17 hornet and 22 Hornet

Views: 2,155

Posted By tbates66

Ken is right. For all it's flaws, the 22 Hornet...

Ken is right. For all it's flaws, the 22 Hornet is just darn fun to shoot. A buddy of mine is considering one in a Ruger #1. This is the same friend whose father used to shoot turkeys with a 22...

Forum: Open Rimfire

11-17-2019, 01:07 PM

Replies: 21

Rifle for 22 Shorts and LR?

Views: 925

Posted By tbates66

My Marlin Golden 39A will shoot short, long, and...

My Marlin Golden 39A will shoot short, long, and long rifle as does my vintage Winchester Model 67 single shot. The single shot even handles CB caps if you have any of that around. It's been...

Forum: .17HMR

11-16-2019, 11:34 AM

Replies: 29

17 hornet and 22 Hornet

Views: 2,155

Posted By tbates66

I shoot and reload for a Savage Model 25 Walking...

I shoot and reload for a Savage Model 25 Walking Varminter 22Hornet. Factory ammo produces 1.5" groups at 100yds. My reloads, Hornady 35gr V-Max and 13gr of Li'l Gun, consistently produces groups...

Forum: Open Rimfire

11-12-2019, 11:42 PM

Replies: 38

Tulsa Time

Views: 1,681

Posted By tbates66

I attended the show and, as always, had a great...

I attended the show and, as always, had a great time. Found lots of interesting guns and would have purchased one or two had I not just bought a new car. In particular I found one of my bucket list...

Forum: Open Rimfire

11-07-2019, 02:23 PM

Replies: 34

I'm as proficient as I will ever be,,,

Views: 1,201

Posted By tbates66

Aarond, Thanks for this post. The issues raised...

Aarond, Thanks for this post. The issues raised are on the mind of every aging shooter. I've been shooting for over 60 years and now at age 73, like all of us, I battle weaker eyesight, balance a...

Forum: Hunting

11-06-2019, 09:06 AM

Replies: 7

First 'Yote

Views: 545

Posted By tbates66

Good on you!! My current practice is to shoot...

Good on you!! My current practice is to shoot every coyote I can get a shot at. Ya gotta take the shots that emerge.

Forum: Hunting

11-06-2019, 09:01 AM

Replies: 23

It's about time!

Views: 1,013

Posted By tbates66

Easiest squirrel prep. Cut up and soak in salt...

Easiest squirrel prep. Cut up and soak in salt water overnight. Drain and rinse and pat dry with paper towel. Lightly dust squirrel with flour, salt, and pepper. Brown in medium hot oven-safe...

Forum: .17HMR

11-04-2019, 03:03 PM

Replies: 6

Barrel Length

Views: 493

Posted By tbates66

I currently have two 17HMRs. My Anschutz 1517MPR...

I currently have two 17HMRs. My Anschutz 1517MPR has a heavy 25" target barrel and is wicked accurate. My Sako FinnFire II has a .22" sport barrel and is almost as accurate. The Annie is a perfect...

Forum: Hunting

11-03-2019, 10:22 AM

Replies: 44

My Hunting Rig

Views: 4,753

Posted By tbates66

A compass might come in handy.

A compass might come in handy.

Forum: .17HM2

11-03-2019, 10:10 AM

Replies: 5

Deal on 17Mach2 ammo

Views: 601

Posted By tbates66

Deal on 17Mach2 ammo

Reed's has a sale on Mach2 ammo. Hornady V-Max is usually $8.99 at Reeds and is on sale for $6.19. I like Reeds; they are easy to deal with and shipping is quick.

Forum: Hunting

10-30-2019, 11:08 PM

Replies: 18

Squirrel Calls

Views: 875

Posted By tbates66

I've used the bellows and the whistle. Never had...

I've used the bellows and the whistle. Never had any luck with the bellows...none. The whistle works occasionally. On one occasion I was sitting on the ground amidst several large trees. I...

Forum: .17HM2

10-29-2019, 11:41 PM

Replies: 15

Effective range of HM2?

Views: 1,011

Posted By tbates66

Haven't tracked mine as closely as you have, but...

Haven't tracked mine as closely as you have, but have killed a squirrel at 125yds and a few at 100. Have never tried a longer shot. My 17HMR does the trick for longer shots, say 150 yds. Then the...

Forum: Open Rimfire

10-28-2019, 07:05 PM

Replies: 38

Tulsa Time

Views: 1,681

Posted By tbates66

I'll be there, which is probably my 30th show...

I'll be there, which is probably my 30th show (twice a year for the past 15). Love every minute of it.

Forum: .17HMR Ammunition

10-28-2019, 07:03 PM

Replies: 16

A17 ammo any good?

Views: 936

Posted By tbates66

It shoots good in my two HMRs (Anschutz and...

It shoots good in my two HMRs (Anschutz and Sako), but not significantly better than other versions of 17HMR. Took 3 different ammos with me prairie dog shooting and noted no difference. The CCI...

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