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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Last Activity
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07-08-2015
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  1. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by gundoc On thread : Bullets
    'Bullet' is the correct terminology for the projectile from a small arms cartridge (ie: any calibre below 20mm). Larger calibre projectiles are called 'shells' because they frequently contain...
    Liked On: 27-07-2021, 11:43 PM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by Woody On thread : Older Members?
    As you get a little slower you learn to savour the experiences that you can occaisionally enjoy outdoors. Like not gulping down great whiskey, just really enjoy sipping.
    Liked On: 23-07-2021, 06:55 AM
  3. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Tahr On thread : Older Members?
    I'm tottering into the hills for an overnight hunt tomorrow.The thing that I find now (64) is that I don't maintain my fitness for long, so I have to work at it all of the time. Carrying a pack...
    Liked On: 23-07-2021, 06:51 AM
  4. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Shearer On thread : Hunting Gear List - Need suggestions to lighten
    If I left behind things I didn't use after 3 trips I might have to leave my rifle at home:D
    Liked On: 22-07-2021, 03:24 PM
  5. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Cordite On thread : Hunting Gear List - Need suggestions to lighten
    LASIK surgery saves you 0.024kg. Alternatively a monocle could just halve it, but at much less cost. But seriously, think of ADDING something maybe - a pair of spring buffered carbon tramping...
    Liked On: 21-07-2021, 05:47 PM
  6. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Taff On thread : Police pushing firearms safety in mass media
    Is a gun registry going to work is t he first question we should be asking, the pistol registry is a example, only 80% accurate some sources say, mainly down to understaffing, not enough time to...
    Liked On: 05-07-2021, 11:04 PM
  7. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Ftx325 On thread : Police pushing firearms safety in mass media
    But who's telling them our side of the story ? All they see or hear is police/govt side with all these ads being thrust upon them from every angle such as those that are going around now . We are...
    Liked On: 03-07-2021, 04:13 PM
  8. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Cigar On thread : Police pushing firearms safety in mass media
    I store my bolts and ammunition in a separate hidden safe. The bolt goes in the pack with the ammo when I’m getting organised, the bolt goes in the rifle when I get to the hunting area, and comes out...
    Liked On: 03-07-2021, 04:12 PM
  9. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Micky Duck On thread : Police pushing firearms safety in mass media
    ok so here is my take on that........for what little its worth. Im old enough to remember the shotgun in corner of kitchen and shells on bench beside it.....and the rifle in wardrobe...I also...
    Liked On: 03-07-2021, 04:12 PM
  10. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Woody On thread : Police pushing firearms safety in mass media
    In principle I think making the public aware of "loose firearms" is a sound idea. There are continuing episodes of gang violence involving firearms on the streets amongst residential areas and...
    Liked On: 03-07-2021, 04:11 PM
  11. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Rushy On thread : Police pushing firearms safety in mass media
    What a complete waste of tax payer money. Paper mill closing down because there is a lower demand for news print and they choose to advertise in news papers with diminishing readership. Fucking...
    Liked On: 03-07-2021, 04:08 PM
  12. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Micky Duck On thread : Police pushing firearms safety in mass media
    rule number 7 isnt it????? THINK before you type...... you know the ANTIs are watching,so why would you willingly give them ammunition to use against the law abiding?????
    Liked On: 03-07-2021, 04:08 PM
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    Ranger 888 liked post by Ftx325 On thread : Police pushing firearms safety in mass media
    probably a softening up tactic for the public , implying there is an issue with firearms storage , before they introduce new possibly expensive and nigh on impossible to work with storage laws , such...
    Liked On: 30-06-2021, 03:49 PM
  14. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by Kimber 7mm-08 On thread : Tape
    Tape on muzzle, plus I add a 4 - 6 inch length of cotton thread barrel end secured with the tape. Barrel protected and a handy wind indicator in one.
    Liked On: 24-06-2021, 08:51 PM
  15. Ranger 888
    Ranger 888 liked post by grandpamac On thread : Who Is Using 350 Legend ?
    Greetings Scout. I suspect that you may be waiting a while for someone using the .350 Legend. New cartridges need to fill some need, imaginary or not, to succeed. It may survive a while in the US...
    Liked On: 17-06-2021, 06:37 AM

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