About WallyR

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Age
75
About WallyR
Biography:
Been a shooter from 14 years old (School cadets - 22RF, Air Training Corps - 303 Service Rifle, National Service - FN 7.62 NATO, 9mm submachinegun, varmint hunting Australia - 22/250 Rem, 12 ga claybird targets (Down the Line mainly & novelty field shoots, Trench), NZ - 12ga clay bird DTL. 50 Barrett M82, 500 S&W Magnum revolver - USA. Loved it all.
Location:
Parahaki, Whangarei
Interests:
Shotgun shooting,motorcycles, golf, reading
Occupation:
Retired

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Last Activity
09-02-2024 12:48 PM
Join Date
14-05-2015
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  1. WallyR
    WallyR liked post by HNTMAD On thread : The state of pest populations in NZ
    Deer have certainly increased in population since I started hunting, I know I do my bit for reducing the population but cant say the same for others......as I dont know. (I know some others do that...
    Liked On: 25-12-2019, 09:41 PM
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    WallyR liked post by Max Headroom On thread : The state of pest populations in NZ
    Firstly, let me say that this thread could easily be hijacked and turned into an anti govt rant space. I'd rather not have that happen, but then again, I have to look in the mirror and acknowledge...
    Liked On: 25-12-2019, 09:40 PM
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    WallyR liked post by The Claw On thread : New Arrivals
    So much temptation.... Must not give in [emoji51] Sent from my SM-N975F using Tapatalk
    Liked On: 23-12-2019, 08:36 PM
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    WallyR liked post by Kiwi Sapper On thread : Any ideas??
    Or, whilst still sticking with Army parlance and as it is attached to my Enfield Mk1*, Cinders (Minister of Hugs) and Baldilocks would call it: "Protector, Front Sight, Magazine Rifles, Steel...
    Liked On: 23-12-2019, 08:23 PM
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    WallyR liked post by LMcNab On thread : Tire stands for steel targets.
    Don't know if this is maybe already a thing but thought I'd share as its working really well for me. I have hung my steel gongs inside large tires. Gives an easy way to stand them up and if you place...
    Liked On: 23-12-2019, 08:18 PM
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    WallyR liked post by Wardrobe5 On thread : Hunting exchange Europe
    Hi, I was wondering if anyone here would be interested in a guided hunt in Poland. My family member has a hunting company there (and he is an experienced hunter and guide) and his dream is to come...
    Liked On: 23-12-2019, 08:13 PM
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    WallyR liked post by 10-Ring On thread : wanted, 130Gr berger vld hunters
    Not in Auckland but you can buy 15 of the bullets you want from Gunworks for $20 plus postage. https://www.gunworks.co.nz/shop/item/130gr-berger-vld-hunting Scroll down in the 'Select' box.
    Liked On: 19-12-2019, 03:17 PM
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    WallyR liked post by southernman On thread : Best Feeding Cartridges
    long, slightly tapered, rounds, feed smother, than parallel , steep/sharp shouldered, brass, 300 H&H, 7x57and 6.5x54 MS, are the ones I own, that are smooth loading, quality of the action, and...
    Liked On: 19-12-2019, 03:15 PM
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    WallyR liked post by DavidGunn On thread : Best Feeding Cartridges
    If your .303 is LE then there is a right way to load a 5 round clip before putting it in the magazine...or so we were told and shown as school cadets many long years ago.
    Liked On: 19-12-2019, 03:14 PM
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    WallyR liked post by dvk-kp On thread : 45/70 Marlin 1895SBL
    Hi, just got my bush .308 sorted and ready to sight in so now I’m planning on my next rifle. Just putting money aside at the moment but want to know peoples thoughts on the 45/70 Marlin 1895SBL...
    Liked On: 18-12-2019, 09:49 PM
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    WallyR liked post by ebf On thread : 22 LR "accuracy" ammo
    Basic : CCI Standard, CCI Subsonic Mid : Eley Sport (green box) Top : Lapua Polar Biathlon, Eley Tenex, Eley Black In general the slower 22 ammo is better, just over supersonic seems to be the...
    Liked On: 16-12-2019, 10:15 PM
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    WallyR liked post by sometimes1 On thread : 708-X Bolt 16 inch is slow
    Paint the stock red more speed instantly
    Liked On: 15-12-2019, 08:14 PM
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    WallyR liked post by camo wsm On thread : Curtis Custom 6.5 Creedmoor
    Curtis Custom 6.5 Creedmoor Built by Dean Maisey and just finished up over the weekend, this build is for a client for field/PRS style shooting Specs of the build are: Curtis Custom Vector...
    Liked On: 14-12-2019, 09:13 PM
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    WallyR liked post by canross On thread : Wheelguns.
    I've got next to no experience with post 1900 revolvers except one, but found the S&W model 65 in 357 to be excellent. Easy to use, tough, reliable. Certainly wasn't looked after but never...
    Liked On: 14-12-2019, 09:09 PM
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    WallyR liked post by Kiwi Greg On thread : Customs rifle barrels clearance
    Mate it has only been two weeks...... I paid fees for a couple of actions yesterday...they got here on 14-09-19 And today some barrels that got here on 03-11-19.....I still have plenty in there...
    Liked On: 14-12-2019, 09:01 PM

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