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Alan replied to the thread Trying My Hand at ARs.That's a great approach, range time and research will get you dialed in quickly. Don't hesitate to ask questions here, people are... -
Alan replied to the thread First time buyer in Brattleboro.Welcome! Building a kit can be doable depending on the type. AR-15 kits are pretty beginner-friendly since they're mostly assembly, but...
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RI’m gearing up for my first moose hunt in Vermont and wanted to share some thoughts and get advice from those who have experience in the...
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BLast winter I headed into the snowy backcountry for snowshoe hare. Frostbite jokes aside, those little guys are sneaky as heck, blending...
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NI'm new to firearms and started a thread asking if building a rifle from a kit is realistic for a beginner here in Vermont.
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NI’ve only fired a couple guns at a range in New Hampshire and now I’m looking to buy my first one. I live in Brattleboro and I’m not...
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Wilson replied to the thread Are lever actions better for thick cover?.That's right. Lever actions are generally shorter, lighter, and quicker to point than traditional bolt guns, making them ideal for... -
Wilson replied to the thread Reloading on a budget.Start small with a single-stage press, a good scale, and basic dies. Skip extras like case trimmers and tumblers at first, you can add...
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GGrieze replied to the thread Reloading on a budget.You can definitely start without going broke. Grab a single-stage press, a decent scale, calipers, and a manual, that’ll cover the...
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CChug replied to the thread 9mm vs .45 ACP.Look, the only honest answer is capacity usually beats caliber....for most people. Back in the day, .45 made sense because 9mm ammo...
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RRoboCop replied to the thread Are lever actions better for thick cover?.I’d say it’s mostly nostalgia talking. Modern bolt actions and semi autos are just as quick in thick woods, especially with today’s...
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RRoboCop replied to the thread WMAs for whitetails.Yeah, pressure’s a given but a few WMAs still hold good deer if you’re willing to hike deeper in. I’ve had luck slipping in before...
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TI want to start reloading to save money long-term but the startup costs seem crazy. Is there a way to do this without dropping a grand...
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RAlright, I know this has been beaten to death, but I'm genuinely curious what you guys carry and why. Is .45 actually better stopping...
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MI keep hearing that lever-action rifles are perfect for brush hunting and thick woods. Is there really an advantage or is this just...