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  1. Deker
    Reticle, field of view, magnification, eye relief, tube size, Objective size, light gathering, dialling in, etc etc all make up a scope, there are lots with fairly specific uses in mind but most can be used for a multitude of uses on a variety of guns. In simple terms, its personal, if it works for you then that's all that matters!
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    Who are "they"? And by what basis will they only let you have a Deer calibre with a DSC1? +1
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    Not quite correct but the .22 cartridges below it are mostly obscure ie percussion caps, shorts etc, although subs are commonly used and whilst .22LR in name, do sit below regular (supersonic) .22LR in performance. It is correct to say .22LR and .22 WMR are the two commonly used .22 rimfire rounds, and that .22 WMR and .22 Magnum (abbreviated) are the same round. I guess that's why he said basically.
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    The condition Any Other Lawful Quarry does not have exclusions in my experience, that is why it is Any Other Lawful Quarry. If they want to give you exclusions or specific quarry, they list them, they don't give you AOLQ and a load of exclusions!.
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    The only time the inside just falls out is the day you buy it. :laugh: Depends how bad it is, sometimes a bit of pressure can remove it (be careful), other times a soak pays dividends, people will suggest various solvents/oils, but you may find some hot soapy (washing up liquid) water does the job.
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    The Howa is a good gun, so is the Remington, CZ, Tikka, Sako, Etc, etc. My .308 happens to be a Remington 700SPS Stainless and works, straight out of the box, all I have done is chop about 3" (75mm) off the barrel.
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    ...and it can pass to dogs as well, one site I have has had two cases of fox mange in their farm dogs, that gets expensive!
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    Breaking in new rifles (barrels) is never going to do any harm and potentially can only do good, so always worth it, I even break in my .22lr! Lots of information on forums/web about methods. ATB!
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    Nikko Sterling Platinum 4-12x50 WA, 1" tube, 4 Plex Reticle. This is a well made solid scope with brilliant optics. Excellent edge to edge, crisp and clear even at full mag. No box, sorry, slight wear marks but no ring marks on tube. Anyone who knows this scope will tell you they are excellent, £65 delivered to UK mainland. Bargain!
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    http://www.thefreedictionary.com/vermin ver·min (vûr′mĭn) n. pl. vermin 1. Various small animals or insects, such as rats or cockroaches, that are destructive, annoying, or injurious to health. 2. Animals that prey on game, such as foxes or weasels. This Fox/Vermin debate has raged for as long as I can remember and has only been complicated/confused by many Firearms Depts. Originally ALL my rimfires contained the word fox as well as vermin, and some years back when my FAC came back from a variation much of that was gone and replaced by AOLQ, so that's easy now! Just the same any r
  12. Deker
    Life moves on, and it is interesting to note that some do not appear to acknowledge assorted traps, plastic tubes, straps, staples and screws as gadgetry! There are plenty of very skilful people out there experienced in many things, and very often old ideas remain in place for many, many years with only minor tweeks, because they work, it doesn't mean new technology doesn't have a place! The world is often slow/reluctant to encompass new technology, there are plenty of electronic calls about today, a few years ago there were none.
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    Mine is a 452 Silhouette, the site had been well surveyed and researched, the foxes baited and timed, all shot on a School sports field from a prone position off a bipod using a NS200. The HMR was the tool of choice for the job and worked. Final visit removed the last of 8 foxes in total from the site, very early start for this one and caught him on his way home, stuck around a while and the opportunity to remove a few more pests from site developed, all HMR V-Max, eventually went home about 09.00! That was a good site, everything went like clockwork, they don't always work out
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    ....yeah, what on earth is that malarkey about FAC Air? :hmm:
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    Use what works for you, the 17g V-Max works for me, the 20g "can" zing right through! My HMR gets best results and now dedicated with 17g V-max. Close to just over 100 yards, 4 shots, 4 fox 17g V-Max!
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    :yes: Should be pinned really, gets asked a lot!
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    Ammo choice/type will depend on what your rifle likes and what you intend to shoot at (commonly your pocket as well). I am very fortunate that all my Centrefires can deliver 1" with PRVI. My T3 Lite .223 is 1-8 and gets by just fine with PRVI 55g SP, that does everything I need in the field, I also get home brews which will go in the same hole, but 1" or 1 hole at 100 yards makes very little difference to most quarry.
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    Nothing to stop you calling or writing to your region in the mean time if you want, but a chat during the visit or previous phone call may well be fine!
  19. Deker
    Many manufacturers sites have tables/charts/ballistic guides, here is one! http://www.federalpremium.com/products/rimfire.aspx
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    Yeah, stick with the HMR, despite what many may suggest it is generally better than a .22lr in the wind, certainly NO major advantage to head for .22lr because of windy conditions! http://www.federalpremium.com/products/rimfire.aspx Compare a few for yourself!
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    ...and posting a picture will bring results in seconds most likely!
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    TVP are really quick. I had my initial interview on the Monday and my Cert. Arrived on the Friday. I have known Thames Valley for many many years, that was not always the case I can assure you, but I hold my hand up and give praise where it is due!
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    SGC times can be bad, but FAC can be a year, I know it sound daft, but it is also true!
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    Last Friday I sent off my FAC, SECOND Class post for a 1 for 1 like for like variation, it arrived back today, 6 days total (including a weekend), complete and correct. I am surprised, but pleased and impressed............... well done and thank you Thames Valley!
  25. Deker
    The Remi Tactical and T3 Varmint are both excellent rifles, BOTH are too heavy and of no use to a tart like me, but if you like, and are used to heavy rifles, then you will be happy with the Tikka. I'd just buy a Hunter personally! ATB!
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