Recent content by Drewwes
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Sticky hogue stock question
Yeah, I’ve had the same issue with a Hogue stock getting sticky over time. It’s annoying because it just seems to get worse. I’ve read that Browning will replace the stock, but like you said, you have to send the whole rifle, and taking scopes and bases off can be a pain. I ended up just lightly... -
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Custom 22 K Hornet Project
That’s an awesome project—starting with work from Steven Dodd Hughes makes it really special. Good call having another maker finish it properly, and going with Montana Vintage Arms will suit the rifle perfectly. -
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Swarovski EL vs Zeiss SFL
In real use, the EL looks sharper and more refined, while the SFL is brighter in low light and still lightweight so they’re very close overall, and it mostly comes down to what looks better to your eyes. -
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Swarovski EL vs Zeiss SFL
The Swarovski EL has a bit better edge-to-edge sharpness, a wider and more “immersive” view, and very neutral, clean colors, while the Zeiss SFL shows excellent contrast with a slightly warmer tone and noticeably better low-light performance thanks to the larger 50 mm lenses. -
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SEAK Spring Bear Options
Congrats on drawing the POW tag. All three options can work, but it really comes down to mobility and budget. The truck with a kayak or canoe is the cheapest and can produce bears, but you’ll likely deal with more hunting pressure and limited access unless you work hard to reach overlooked...- Drewwes
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- Forum: Other Big Game
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New hunter success
Congrats to him! Nothing like seeing that first antelope taken cleanly. That 25-06 with the 117gr Hornady BTSP really did its job! -
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Outfitting on Public lands
It’s a frustrating situation. Public lands should benefit everyone, not just outfitters paying pennies while exploiting our wildlife.- Drewwes
- Post #30
- Forum: Public Land Issues
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Best whitetail state
Haha, mule deer can definitely be a bit more… stubborn and wary than whitetails. They’ve got that big ears and eyes combo that makes them tricky to outsmart, but maybe not quite the cunning of a whitetail. Still, that makes the hunt exciting, right? -
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Best whitetail state
North Dakota and eastern Montana are great for whitetails, offering plenty of public land and low hunter pressure, while northern Wisconsin and Minnesota provide big-woods hunts with minimal crowds. -
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Kara's Rifle
Kara used a .300 Winchester Magnum for that Alaskan moose hunt great balance of power and accuracy for a clean, ethical distance. Definitely makes those long-range shots a lot more manageable!- Drewwes
- Post #21
- Forum: Fresh Tracks+
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