About scottrods

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About scottrods
Biography:
Born in Northern Ireland. Moved to NZ in 2005. Been hunting since I was big enough to follow my Dad. Shot mostly gamebirds, foxes and bunnies in UK. Mad keen fly angler which brought me to NZ. Got back into hunting here after a boys weekend in 2010
Married with 2 kids, both grown up. My wife's pretty good at letting me out but usually other stuff takes up the weekends.
Work at Hamilton Jet
Location:
West of Christchurch
Interests:
Flyfishing, flytying, bunny bashing.

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    scottrods liked post by mikee On thread : Smart watches - Garmin, Suunto or ? and hunting
    I have an Instinct Solar mainly because it will link with my Garmin Alpha 100 Good Specials at moment on some models https://www.torpedo7.co.nz/brand/garmin?specialOffers=On+Sale&sr=garmin?...
    Liked On: 26-01-2022, 11:18 AM
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    scottrods liked post by stug On thread : Best access for Mt Oxford or Mt Thomas
    Coopers creek is a safe place to park. Parked there a number of times overnight with no issues.
    Liked On: 20-01-2022, 11:39 PM
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    scottrods liked post by stagstalker On thread : night and day - tatonka vz osprey
    Interesting aye, Im the opposite and find my Osprey the ducks nuts. As is often the case, whatever suits the individual is what works
    Liked On: 20-01-2022, 11:28 PM
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    scottrods liked post by ariki On thread : Thermal Handheld Field Tests
    If you are contemplating one of these I recommend the unit. Best value out there and absolutely rate mine.
    Liked On: 11-11-2021, 10:58 AM
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    scottrods liked post by FRST On thread : The Lever Aficionados Thread
    Pre64 Winchester 88 in .243. As mint as it looks. Bore is pristine. Happy to see rifles of this age and condition still exist. 180946
    Liked On: 12-10-2021, 03:52 PM
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    scottrods liked post by deer243 On thread : Another new spot...lessons here for the bush stalking newby
    We are quite blessed here in the nelson /tasman region for bush stalking because theres a huge area of country to look for a deer. One of the key things you need if you taking up bush stalking is...
    Liked On: 08-10-2021, 09:25 AM
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    scottrods liked post by mudgripz On thread : A bunny shoot in Tekapo - tough but good..
    Fine bunny shoot evening in Tekapo. Our chch team has been shooting together 10-15 years and was invited to shoot block on a station near Lake Tekapo village. A problem site - much of it reduced...
    Liked On: 04-10-2021, 05:00 PM
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    scottrods liked post by Ftx325 On thread : Play it safe ....WATCH YOUR FOOTING ....
    yes and yes . And we run through how to use it with all of us every time we leave to go out , at the wife's insistence . And definitely a good idea to refresh all our memories so it becomes...
    Liked On: 17-09-2021, 04:56 PM
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    scottrods liked post by Sarvo On thread : Thermal Scope report
    As promised a report on the latest Brand of Thermal optics to hit NZ I went for the iRay (infiRay) after I found out my Leica Calonox View handheld Thermal was internally a infiRay !! Having used...
    Liked On: 05-09-2021, 09:02 PM
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    scottrods liked post by Micky Duck On thread : Swaro z3 3-10x42 brx/brh reticle VS vx3hd 3.5-10x40 cds or 2.5-8x36 cds
    why folks seem to believe you need big scope for a bush rifle is beyond me.....the bottom end having good field of view is 600% more important than good reticle and high magnification at bottom...
    Liked On: 01-09-2021, 03:44 PM
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    scottrods liked post by chainsaw On thread : Swaro z3 3-10x42 brx/brh reticle VS vx3hd 3.5-10x40 cds or 2.5-8x36 cds
    Swaro every day if your budget allows. Get “BRH” reticle given your bush shooting (low light ) use. H is for heavy (reticle) holdover marks. For 300 yds just zero scope for 200, then hold top of...
    Liked On: 31-08-2021, 12:36 PM
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    scottrods liked post by Delphus On thread : Camp/kindling axe
    All done. It’s not perfect, but I’m pretty happy with it as a first time making and hanging an axe handle. Feels great in hand. I thought the heavier handle might throw off the balance, but it hefts...
    Liked On: 12-08-2021, 01:35 PM
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    scottrods liked post by Sarvo On thread : Thermal Scope report
    There is a short one of mine up top taken at 5.30 am moist conditions 3 morns ago I will do more when weather permits Re weather Lookout W Coast - Top of South and through middle N Island too...
    Liked On: 16-07-2021, 12:04 PM
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    scottrods liked post by timattalon On thread : Air rifle scopes
    Nikko Airking if you can find one. a 3-9 x 40 should set you back $200-$300 ish. If new they come with mounts and they are specifically built to withstand the vibrations from the springs. They are...
    Liked On: 18-06-2021, 11:01 AM
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    scottrods liked post by Tahr On thread : Meat yeilr from Fallow Doe
    I stole this from a pommy site (the lightest one would be what you are asking about): 42kg Larder Weight 2.0Kg Diced 7.5Kg Mince 2.0Kg Steak 1.8kg Loin 2.0Kg Shanks 3.5Kg Joints 8.3Kg...
    Liked On: 01-06-2021, 03:37 PM
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