About Oldbloke

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Date of Birth
February 12, 1955 (69)
About Oldbloke
Location:
Victoria Australia
Interests:
Hunting, fishing, to relax & making beer.
Occupation:
Retired OHS Professional

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Hunt safe, look after the bush & plug more pests. The greatest invention in the history of man is beer.
https://youtu.be/2v3QrUvYj-Y

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    Oldbloke liked post by grandpamac On thread : Static
    Rinse in dishwashing liquid and water and air dry. Don't wipe it dry.
    Liked On: 20-04-2024, 10:27 PM
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    Oldbloke liked post by BushChook On thread : Advice needed
    I asked for scope advice, thanks to all who gave it. Really don't care about each of your personal calibre preferences, you guys do you!
    Liked On: 16-04-2024, 09:01 AM
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    Oldbloke liked post by grandpamac On thread : Advice needed
    Greetings, I don't think that is right but check the scopes specs to be sure. Large tube scopes often have more adjustment range though and a larger objective lens will give a larger exit pupil at...
    Liked On: 16-04-2024, 08:59 AM
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    Oldbloke liked post by MB On thread : Leupold CDS scope Qn about turret.
    Nice. I went down the dial up scope route for a bit. It was aspiration more than anything. In reality, 100 metres is a long shot for me, so I was carrying around a heavier scope than needed and had...
    Liked On: 13-04-2024, 07:19 PM
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    Oldbloke liked post by Yesmate On thread : 223 on deer
    This is realistic, its the boy-man saying.A boy can't always do a mans job but a man can always do a boys job.
    Liked On: 12-04-2024, 11:03 AM
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    Oldbloke liked post by Allizdog On thread : Solo hunting; managing risk
    I have a rule when hunting solo. If it looks a bit dodgy, find a safer way. If this is not possible then turn around. It's not worth the risk.
    Liked On: 12-04-2024, 10:53 AM
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    Oldbloke liked post by Bagheera On thread : Leupold CDS scope Qn about turret.
    Ive got a VX3i with CDS and yes it does turn several clicks whenever I carry it out hunting. Must rub on my clothes or pack or something.
    Liked On: 11-04-2024, 04:04 PM
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    Oldbloke liked post by Happy Jack On thread : Question for Gordon's users
    I have never been one to chase the last few FPS I am much too conservative for that. Thanks for the input everyone.
    Liked On: 11-04-2024, 11:57 AM
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    Oldbloke liked post by Marty Henry On thread : Selection of caliber for new shooter(s)
    Step one learn to shoot and become familiar with your firearm. .22 and .223 are the clear winners here given the ages involved and the cost of ammunition. Getting something in a Calibre suited to...
    Liked On: 04-04-2024, 12:05 AM
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    Oldbloke liked post by Micky Duck On thread : Old Data and Load Variations. Traps for New Handloaders
    Banging on about it. New powder,new rifle,new bullet weight.start low and work up slow.low used to be 10% below maximum.....your 2 grain difference would be more than accounted for if dropped ten...
    Liked On: 20-03-2024, 02:31 AM
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    Oldbloke liked post by Pommy On thread : T3 180 gram projectiles
    2541 grain bullets. Your poor shoulder! Look up load data on ADI's website and do a workup mate.
    Liked On: 17-03-2024, 04:45 PM
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    Oldbloke liked post by zimmer On thread : White River primers are thicker than CCI
    Here's the SAAMI specs so the new primer shown is within spec. I'll do some measurements for comparison later today. CCI I have found have a wide range of thickness with BR primers out to 127 thou. I...
    Liked On: 16-03-2024, 12:13 AM
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    Oldbloke liked post by Lauries Hut On thread : Mp3 Player with Speaker for Animal Calls
    I’ve used a little a little JBL, think it’s called a clip. It’s not super loud, but 10 x a ph speaker, and it’s small/flat. First time I used it, I was sitting just a meter behind and above my...
    Liked On: 15-03-2024, 12:25 AM
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    Oldbloke liked post by nevereadyfreddy On thread : Done some more checkering
    A couple of pics. 3rd go (point pattern) and 4th go (infill pattern) . Getting the hang of the basics now. 2nd attempt was abandoned , sanded off and restarted. (cant rush this stuff)
    Liked On: 09-03-2024, 06:04 AM
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    Oldbloke liked post by Rn-85 On thread : Mr Lee
    I read modern reloading by Richard Lee. Great book and i really like how he aimed to make the highest quality tool for a reasonable price, to give everyone the ability to have affordable, accurate...
    Liked On: 07-03-2024, 10:38 PM
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