About Ranger 888

Basic Information


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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1,144
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Last Activity
07-05-2025 03:47 AM
Join Date
07-08-2015
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664 Likes

  1. timattalon
    timattalon liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Pleased it is only an opinion
    And the meat she buys from the supermarket...does she think the animals all died of old age? Give me a break, lady! I used to work in the same organisation as her..she was known as coming from the...
    Liked On: 01-05-2020, 12:14 AM
  2. Cordite
    Cordite liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Rifle grip shape - Why?
    I've always felt that the free standing pistol grip, eg. AR syle, places your hand at a more natural and comfortable angle, conducive to better trigger finger alignment, and therefore accuracy of...
    Liked On: 23-04-2020, 05:51 PM
  3. Moa Hunter
    Moa Hunter liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Rifle grip shape - Why?
    I've always felt that the free standing pistol grip, eg. AR syle, places your hand at a more natural and comfortable angle, conducive to better trigger finger alignment, and therefore accuracy of...
    Liked On: 23-04-2020, 11:07 AM
  4. Max Headroom
    Max Headroom liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Rifle grip shape - Why?
    I've always felt that the free standing pistol grip, eg. AR syle, places your hand at a more natural and comfortable angle, conducive to better trigger finger alignment, and therefore accuracy of...
    Liked On: 23-04-2020, 10:43 AM
  5. Happy Jack
    Happy Jack liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Water Proof Pants/ leggings
    I prefer short shorts and a long parka that covers the shorts...your leg skin is 100% waterproof, guaranteed.
    Liked On: 21-04-2020, 08:08 PM
  6. mikee
    mikee liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Water Proof Pants/ leggings
    I prefer short shorts and a long parka that covers the shorts...your leg skin is 100% waterproof, guaranteed.
    Liked On: 21-04-2020, 09:44 AM
  7. ROKTOY
    ROKTOY liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : How did you get interested in hunting?
    Had parents who would not allow their offspring to have toy guns....big mistake, parents out there! Older brother was an apprentice boat builder and used his skill with tools to produce for me (at...
    Liked On: 14-04-2020, 07:29 PM
  8. bumblefoot
    bumblefoot liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : How did you get interested in hunting?
    Had parents who would not allow their offspring to have toy guns....big mistake, parents out there! Older brother was an apprentice boat builder and used his skill with tools to produce for me (at...
    Liked On: 14-04-2020, 05:05 PM
  9. mimms2
    mimms2 liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : How did you get interested in hunting?
    Had parents who would not allow their offspring to have toy guns....big mistake, parents out there! Older brother was an apprentice boat builder and used his skill with tools to produce for me (at...
    Liked On: 14-04-2020, 04:44 PM
  10. 40mm
    40mm liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Is there a rifle you wish you 'd never got rid of?
    There are 2: one was the perfect bush "pig"- a Ruger 44 carbine semi auto 4 shot in .44 Magnum. 6 lbs in weight,18.5 inch barrel, 37 inches overall, they don't come much shorter or lighter. Walked...
    Liked On: 13-04-2020, 01:17 PM
  11. piwakawaka
    piwakawaka liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Is there a rifle you wish you 'd never got rid of?
    There are 2: one was the perfect bush "pig"- a Ruger 44 carbine semi auto 4 shot in .44 Magnum. 6 lbs in weight,18.5 inch barrel, 37 inches overall, they don't come much shorter or lighter. Walked...
    Liked On: 13-04-2020, 10:54 AM
  12. Bullers243
    Bullers243 liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : Lock down hunt.
    On a more serious note, I woke up at 6 this morning with a wicked hangover, to hear the neighbour mowing his lawn. Bastard! I was going to get up and have a go at him, but I thought, nah, you can...
    Liked On: 10-04-2020, 11:19 AM
  13. Pengy
    Pengy liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : LandSAR volunteers should I
    Chindit, onya dude! I was involved for 25 years. It can be a big time commitment for training, and callouts, but if you can contribute, go for it! It is very satisfying.
    Liked On: 08-04-2020, 09:38 PM
  14. xtightg
    xtightg liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : LandSAR volunteers should I
    Chindit, onya dude! I was involved for 25 years. It can be a big time commitment for training, and callouts, but if you can contribute, go for it! It is very satisfying.
    Liked On: 08-04-2020, 05:37 PM
  15. Ingrid 51
    Ingrid 51 liked post by Ranger 888 On thread : LandSAR volunteers should I
    Chindit, onya dude! I was involved for 25 years. It can be a big time commitment for training, and callouts, but if you can contribute, go for it! It is very satisfying.
    Liked On: 08-04-2020, 04:24 PM

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