About Ranger 888

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Date of Birth
September 9, 1946 (78)
About Ranger 888
Biography:
Born in Auckland. Hunter and shooter (professionally and recreationally) for 54 years. Was actively involved in SAR as a park ranger, and SAR Adviser and Search Coordinator for NZ Police (35 years). NZ Mountain Safety Council bushcraft and firearms safety instructor (22 years).
Location:
West Auckland
Interests:
target shooting, deerstalking, cartridge collecting, pistol shooting
Occupation:
Retired park ranger (35 years service)

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07-08-2015
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  1. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Rusky On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    Some people aren't as organized as you. In fact, the above stolen firearms that were mentioned were reported to police in Whangarei straight away. The paperwork hadn't even been completed before the...
    Liked On: 06-09-2022, 04:11 PM
  2. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Eat Meater On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    Exactly my point. They need to see the fishhooks so they can a. fix them or b. scrap them so the register is actually manageable My advice is submit with practical suggestions or real flaws. From...
    Liked On: 06-09-2022, 10:27 AM
  3. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Moa Hunter On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    Agreed, perhaps the best counter measure is to promote hunting as an ideal activity for young men with the mental health / youth suicide prevention groups. Getting out in the bush, cooking around a...
    Liked On: 06-09-2022, 10:25 AM
  4. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Danger Mouse On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    It's getting ready for the next lot of restrictions and confiscation
    Liked On: 05-09-2022, 03:20 AM
  5. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by BSA On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    Everyone should do the hard copy (paper) option. Then any keyboard errors are on them. And it will slow the whole thing down to an absolute crawl.
    Liked On: 05-09-2022, 03:09 AM
  6. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by chindit On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    Just done my consultation. I just can't understand why ammunition is included. I go to the gun club and buy 100 rounds. No internet so all recorded on paper licence seen ect. Then the poor guy/girl...
    Liked On: 04-09-2022, 05:48 PM
  7. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Finnwolf On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    Nope. Fight it all I reckon, make ‘them’ think it’s a bad idea.
    Liked On: 04-09-2022, 05:46 PM
  8. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Rushy On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    No! And nor should you.
    Liked On: 04-09-2022, 05:46 PM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by Happy Jack On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    Correction, its a shopping list
    Liked On: 02-09-2022, 11:10 AM
  10. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Rushy On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    I have just completed the on line submission. I added comments and suggestions to every question. In short, I disagreed with everything on the basis that the registry would provide no tangible...
    Liked On: 02-09-2022, 11:09 AM
  11. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by No.3 On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    So where do we find the definition of what is a major part? No barrels have serial numbers these days, so if you have a spare tube or two that are a generic part what gives with those? Where does...
    Liked On: 02-09-2022, 11:08 AM
  12. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Makros On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    Unfortunately I agree, this system will be breached, eventually, most likely in a way that involved someone with authorised access and therefore security of the database from outside access will be...
    Liked On: 01-09-2022, 04:12 PM
  13. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Bol Tackshin On thread : Firearms Registry Consultation Open
    It is what it is, so I am going to try be as constructive as possible. The first statement they make - " The inclusion of licence holders’ personal and licence details in the Firearms Registry...
    Liked On: 01-09-2022, 11:28 AM
  14. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by mudgripz On thread : Replacing no longer available rifle parts..
    With the restriction on gun part imports it is now a real challenge replacing worn or broken parts on alot of rifles - esp our 22s no longer in current production. We all have rimfires etc for which...
    Liked On: 27-08-2022, 01:08 PM
  15. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Allgood On thread : Shooting Table/Bench
    I made one from a fold up saw horse... https://www.mitre10.co.nz/shop/jobmate-folding-saw-horse/p/369978 I just cut a sheet of thick ply to a shooting bench shaped top, screwed some packers onto...
    Liked On: 26-08-2022, 10:49 AM

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