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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  1. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Skirch On thread : Idoits that get firearm licences
    Honestly, I think you're probably over reacting. This guy made a few dumb mistakes, but that doesn't mean he's unworthy of having firearms. Id put my money on him being so bloody upset about it...
    Liked On: 06-10-2021, 09:34 AM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by vulcannz On thread : Outdated question on the Police firearms test
    Put it out of sight, lock the room you've got it in, put a trigger lock on it... all sorts of different things.
    Liked On: 30-09-2021, 02:02 PM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by tetawa On thread : Recomendations - Kaimanawa Huts
    Prior to Cyclone Bola, used to do a early summer wonder from South of Taupo off SH 1 across to the Tauranga-Taupo flats below Cascade, up to Cascade then over the hill, down North Arm to Boyd then...
    Liked On: 30-09-2021, 04:01 AM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by flock On thread : Sighting 200 yards at 100 yards
    Here's me shooting an 100m sighted in at 200M 180043
    Liked On: 30-09-2021, 03:41 AM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by grandpamac On thread : Sighting 200 yards at 100 yards
    Greetings sheep, To me the best way to sight in at 200 yards (or 200 metres in my case) is to put the target at 200 yards. Otherwise you will only be guessing. If you expect to shoot at longer...
    Liked On: 28-09-2021, 10:03 PM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by chainsaw On thread : Sighting 200 yards at 100 yards
    for a 308 you want your POI be about 2in high at 100yrds to give a 200 yd zero.
    Liked On: 28-09-2021, 10:02 PM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by PadLo On thread : Outdated question on the Police firearms test
    It's a question worded to give you the best chance. It's in the Arms's code that you read before you do the test. Do you drive exatly like your instructor taught you? No, you do that to pass...
    Liked On: 26-09-2021, 09:07 PM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by vulcannz On thread : Outdated question on the Police firearms test
    D is the correct answer. The replies otherwise in this thread show people don't read the question and answers correctly.
    Liked On: 23-09-2021, 04:23 AM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by timattalon On thread : Outdated question on the Police firearms test
    Dead is better Perhaps the way to look at these questions is not "What is the correct answer?" but rather "What answer is the testing person wanting you to pick?" All three options are requirements...
    Liked On: 23-09-2021, 04:22 AM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by vulcannz On thread : Outdated question on the Police firearms test
    Wrong. Before the firearm is stored away, do A B and C. Why C, imagine you are going to clean your firearm before you put it in the safe. You should ensure you do not leave it where it can be...
    Liked On: 23-09-2021, 04:21 AM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by Nickoli On thread : Outdated question on the Police firearms test
    ….what is the best answer: Option D - anything else in this case is incorrect. Stop nit picking - there's other shit to worry about....
    Liked On: 22-09-2021, 10:01 PM
  12. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Danger Mouse On thread : Selling/buying firearms parts
    It's not about effective legislation. You have the wrong mindset. It's about making it difficult for license holders.
    Liked On: 22-09-2021, 03:41 AM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by Bol Tackshin On thread : Selling/buying firearms parts
    It may be stupid, but it is the law. If police were to do a sting on here, buyer / seller would potentially face loss of licence or more. Be very careful people!
    Liked On: 22-09-2021, 03:40 AM
  14. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Mathias On thread : BSA centrefire variants
    Pretty sure bunji called for a new thread on the BSA sporting rifles of yesteryear. I have owned a few Viscount 7x57's and a near new Hunter in 222. I was once a member of an NZ BSA interest group...
    Liked On: 10-09-2021, 01:57 PM
  15. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by gundoc On thread : JW15 piece of shit
    The JW15's are generally a solid bit of kit, sturdily made and shoot quite well, but the difference in individual rifles is in the quality of hand fitting and finishing which can vary from good to...
    Liked On: 08-09-2021, 12:20 PM

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