About grandpamac

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About grandpamac
Location:
Okawa Hawkes Bay
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Hunting, handloading and outdoor.
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Retired

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  1. grandpamac
    grandpamac liked post by Micky Duck On thread : Working up a Load in a Components Drought.
    GPM....finally someone else gets it......thankyou.
    Liked On: 26-08-2021, 08:18 AM
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    grandpamac liked post by zimmer On thread : Working up a Load in a Components Drought.
    And if your brand spanking new doesn't shoot and you end up taking it back best not to say "it won't shoot handloads either". IIRC either my last Sako or CZ stated warranty void if using handloads.
    Liked On: 26-08-2021, 08:18 AM
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    grandpamac liked post by r87mm On thread : How to manage recoil?
    Biggest way to reduce recoil is reduce bullet weight. Recoil pad, technique, brake etc all good recommendations. Bullet weight will make them all more effective by a lot. Maybe look at the 130gn...
    Liked On: 25-08-2021, 05:40 PM
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    grandpamac liked post by Jhon On thread : Small footprint reloading -Beginners also...
    Small footprint reloading Thought I would write this up for anyone contemplating their navel over getting into reloading simply. These are my views and experiences; your mileage may differ. Over...
    Liked On: 23-08-2021, 05:46 PM
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    grandpamac liked post by Micky Duck On thread : 6.5x55: 2213SC is too slow for 120gr, I say BAH!
    you do realise you have used up 30x 6.5mm projectiles to make that !!!!!!!! Im too cheap for that carry on....3 in wee group,adjust zero and fire another couple or three to confirm and call it...
    Liked On: 23-08-2021, 05:42 PM
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    grandpamac liked post by AMac On thread : Running Out of Time
    Great effort Bumblefoot - the zero sugar + low carbs + stop snacking + exercise has worked for me too. Heaviest I ever got to 106 KG around 20 years ago. now at 59 I am hover around 82/84 kg now way...
    Liked On: 22-08-2021, 09:59 AM
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    grandpamac liked post by Tararuas hunter On thread : Running Out of Time
    Just do what you can do, Grandpa. and enjoy it. you set the goals. any time in the hills good. older you get, the more you appreciate it, I reckon. Couldnt sit still when I was younger. Now sitting...
    Liked On: 22-08-2021, 08:23 AM
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    grandpamac liked post by Northkiwi On thread : Running Out of Time
    Yep, pays to keep the targets at a realistic distance. My old man worked 364 days a year then died at 60. Maybe I'm guilty of going the other way a little.... Had about 20 years until 2010 where...
    Liked On: 22-08-2021, 08:23 AM
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    grandpamac liked post by bumblefoot On thread : Running Out of Time
    The old fella who hunted with the Duleys in the Ruahines on tv was really inspirational for me (at 58). I also look at it from a different angle.... I realise that there will come a time when I can't...
    Liked On: 20-08-2021, 05:15 PM
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    grandpamac liked post by Plinky On thread : Calibre Choice in the 1970's
    One of the best threads in a long time. Thanks to all who contributed.
    Liked On: 16-08-2021, 08:09 AM
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    grandpamac liked post by Brian On thread : Running Out of Time
    Keep at it gpm. This winter we've found a lot of the firewood isn't hot enough only manuka makes the grade. Must be old age.
    Liked On: 12-08-2021, 07:00 PM
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    grandpamac liked post by bunji On thread : Running Out of Time
    grandpamac Great effort & congrats on the weight loss ,l find cutting wood is great exercise & really rewarding .Nothing to worry about taking a break ,it is a smart move ,l called a early day here...
    Liked On: 12-08-2021, 07:00 PM
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    grandpamac liked post by bumblefoot On thread : Running Out of Time
    grandpamac Good stuff!!! I've been trying to lose weight; have 15kg (20kg in an ideal world) to lose. Jumped on the scales at the GPs on Monday and have lost 5kg since April. A combination of...
    Liked On: 12-08-2021, 06:59 PM
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    grandpamac liked post by Micky Duck On thread : Loose projectile
    cant see a diference myself...even with your explanation it seems like the same thing...either way you just changing case size enough for it to chamber and no more... I learnt to PLR from my Nosler...
    Liked On: 12-08-2021, 12:39 PM
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    grandpamac liked post by Stocky On thread : 6.8mm Winchester Western
    I'm guessing the reason for the redesign is for a couple reasons. Shortening the case allows a slightly longer neck and allows the throat design to be changed to allow the modern longer heavy...
    Liked On: 11-08-2021, 06:34 PM

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