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Still looking for that Savage Model 110 in .243 caliber...pre-accutrigger, synthetic. Got Christmas cash, or can do a trade with someone. cjwaa1@msn.com or 615-519-3680. Thanks. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

Thanks for all the good input on coyote hunting. I've never done it before, but am interested in getting started. I have some .22s, some deer rifles, and some shotguns, but am looking for a Savage 110 chambered in .243 for the yote. My line of thinking is I could use it for coyote and deer... at certain times. Anyone used the Savage 110 in .243 for this, and if so, how far out does it allow a good kill shot? I have no...zip...nadda experience with the .243 cartridge, but want a reasonably priced gun that shoots one. I've owned a savage 110 before, in 7mm Rem Mag.,and while they won't win a lot of beauty contest, they seem to be accurate shooters. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

Thanks for the tip. I spend a lot of time on the sight. In fact, have a possible deal pending on there right now. I hope we'll be able to close on it in a couple of weeks. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

Thanks, that looks great, perfect in fact, and we've worked out a deal. It's just the logistics of getting the two of us together, in the same place, and at the same time! If the two of us can agree to hold our guns for two weeks, we probably have a solid deal! Thanks for the tip. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

Sounds like you might be into savage 24s for critters, and other 4 legged animals. Do you know if there's a rifle caliber close to the .243 on a Savage 20 gauge? And if so, do you know of anyone that has one they want to get rid of? I'd like to hunt some of those coyote critters. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

Interesting to hear you say that Buck. We used to use the 400Mph (aluminum backed) tape to repair bullet holes and damage from ejected rocket launch racks on our F8E Crusaders (VF-162 Hunters), when operating off the U.S.S. Oriskany CVA-34 in the Tonkin Gulf....Viet Nam. Worked just fine, and the F8 Crusader is a supersonic fighter, capable of Mach 1 plus! I have a piece of roll of it in my T-hangar today! I use it very sparingly on different odd jobs. Right now, some of it is over a hole in my Honda tail pipe...until I can get to the shop to have it replaced. Good stuff! Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

Speaking of critters (varmits etc.), is anyone hunting Yotes with a .22 cal. rifle? Is something like a 10-22 adequate for dispatching the coyote type critter? If so, can you tell us about the field results...max distance to trust the shot... was it a kill shot on the spot...how many killed with the 22 cartridge, that sort of stuff. Or is it a "no go" situation with a .22 against the Yote? Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

Thanks for all the good information. Westwind Mike sent me a link to an article on the Remington 742. That article, you guys input, and some other research has led me to walk away from the 742s, and to consider the "butt ugly" Savage, as you called it. I have a Marlin .30-30 lever action that I'm considering seeking a trade for a Savage .243. The guy I got it from described it as "like new" so maybe there'll be a Savage .243 "coyote slayer" out there somewhere for me. I just wish the .243s were as plentiful as the 06s. Thanks for your response..

Thanks for all the good advice from you .243 people that speak from experience. I appreciate your knowledge and experience with this round, in the applications I mentioned at the beginning of this thread. It has assured me that I wouldn't be making a mistake with the .243 round. Someone even mentioned reloading. That's one reason I'm interested in the .243. My friend has the dies and brass, and we had planned to reload some. My sweet litle 'ol blue haired granny used to say, "A penny saved is a penny earned", or something to that effect. You all know what I mean. One more question... anyone have any experience with the Remington 742 in the .243 round, or do you suggest I try to stick with a bolt action for best range and accuracy with the round? I've heard somewhere that the actions are prone to excessive wear with lots of use, and that gunsmiths don't want to work on them! I'm just trying to get the most bang (no pun intended) for my buck, and was thinking of an semi-auto or pump. I once owned a budget gun in a savage 110 in the 7mm Rem Mag, and liked it. Anyone out there know of a good reasonably priced .243 for sale or trade? Thanks again for the help.

I'm interested in getting into some coyote, as well as deer hunting. I'm looking for a gun that can do both reasonably well, without breaking the bank on gun or ammo price. I've heard the .243 is the ideal caliber for yotes, and that it's capable of harvesting a Tennessee white tail also. I'm basically interested in hearing from people with actual experience with this round, and the "pros and cons", if any, in these two applications. I have no experience at all with this round, and am interested in what type action these .243 guns are available in, and the middle of the road price range for them. I'm also interested in actual performance of the .243 in these two applications. Opinions are OK too, but some actual field type facts would be very beneficial. I'm not trying to start WWlll here, just trying to learn all I can about the whole situation around the .243. If you currently own, or have owned and shot the .243 in these applications, I hope you'll tell us about your experiences, good and bad. I have other "deer" rifles, and shotguns, but suspect they may be a little heavy handed for yotes, and more expensive as well. Is the .243 capable of filling the coyote and Tennessee white tail deer hunting requirements/expectations? I'm aware of the "no center fire" ammo on WMAs during deer season.

Don't buy the Pro Mag "RUG-A9" 32 round. I bought one at the Smyrna Gun Show for $23.99 with the aluminum lips. First time I tried it the bolt wouldn't even close! The bolt hits the right side lip, when looking at it from the top. It looks like it is too high for the bolt to close. I thought about filing it down, but the sticker says "Lifetime Warranty", so I guess I'll just take it back. I was thinking about getting two of them at the gun show....glad I didn't now. Anyone else have experience with these mags? Are they a piece of crap, or did I just get the runt of the litter? Any info is greatly appreciated. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

I borrowed a friend's Blade Tech to try out on my Glock 26 for a couple of days, and liked the sweat barrier at the top. It was a Kydex, but more expensive than the ones at A Holster. Anyone know if A Holster makes one similar to the Blade Tech, for IWB carry, and if so, the price range? Reports greatly appreciated... especially pics with a Glock 26 in one. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

Anyone tried pocket carry (RH) with one of these A Holsters and a Glock 26? I wear jeans about 99% of the time, and currently carry my Kel-Tec P-11 in a Blackhawk Size 3 soft holster. It has all the problems mentioned. I realize my G26 is fatter than my KT P-11. Any report appreciated...especially pics. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

I realize this thread is sort of old, but maybe someone is still looking it over. I'm considering an A Holster for my Kel-Tec P-11 for the right front pocket. Right now I'm using a Blackhawk Size 3 soft pocket holster. It slides around in my pocket, and comes out when I draw the gun. Anyone have an A Holster for the Kel-Tec P-11 that they can post? I also have a Glock 26 compact, but think it would be a little too much for pocket carry. Anyone got an A Holster for pocket carry for the G-26 that they can post? User reports on these specific model holsters greatly appreciated. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

If you're still looking, and considering a .30-30 lever action, I have a very nice one i can part with. I'm also here in the B'oro. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

I don't agree with selling wildlife, but I do agree with a man taking enough to feed his family, if they are in need. There was a time when most people were responsible hunters, and only took what they could use for their family and neighbors. That was when cars had lots of chrome, and a man's handshake, while looking you in the eye, was as good as any contract. The good 'ol days. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

I live in the Murfreesboro area, and would like to know if anyone knows of anyone that would allow a safe, responsible, hunter to hunt coyotes on their private land. I want to hunt them because I believe they have been a major factor in destroying our quail and rabbit population, here in the Middle Tennessee area. If no centerfire is allowed in the WMA, what is the gun of choice... a .17HMR, .22 Mag., or something else. I'm just thinking of getting into this, so any expert advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

Like the duck hunters in another thread here, it sounds as if these trespassers have no respect for the land owners, or the law. When I was taught to hunt as a kid, we were told to never go hunting on anyone's place unless you had their approval and permission. We respected other people and their land. A friend and I we once given permission to hunt on an old gentleman's place that probably had only 5 to 10 acres of land. We would bird and rabbit hunt on it, and give him all the game for his family. We were told we could hunt any time we wanted, but never hunted once, without first asking for permission from one of the family members. We got to hunt, and they got food for the table...a good deal for both sides. And, race relations couldn't have been better between us, even though this was in the sixties. Treating people with decency and respect goes a long way on getting permission to hunt on their land...did in the 60s, and I believe it does today as well. They'll be wary, until they get to know you. That's to be expected. That's why it's so important for all of us hunters to put our best foot forward... treat other people like you'd like to be treated, and I'll bet you'll find someone that will let you hunt on their land. Then, the pressure is on you to "always" act responsibly. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

I'm one of the "old" hunters, from the fifties. As a boy, just learning to hunt, fish, and how to be a decent human being, I was taught that you never take more than you can use, be it game, fish, or wild fruit from the woods. I was always told to leave some for the other people that could use it too. I consider it one of the best "lessons of life", I was taught as a kid. It wouldn't surprise me, if you were to look at these guys parents and their up-bringing, to find they had parents just like them... all for me, and let the other guy fend for himself. I'm not making any excuses for these guys, and killing all those ducks was wrong, but, I'll bet they have a bigger problem in life...a total disregard for any and all laws that they think they can get away with. Yes, they should be punished, and taught the lesson their parents should have taught them many years ago... abide by the law, respect the people and the land like others do. Real hunters don't hate the game they're hunting, nor kill just to see them die, ( with the possible exception of some predatory species) they have an appreciation for that game, and don't abuse the right to hunt and harvest food for their families and their friends. This total disregard for our laws of hunting are a symptom of a deeper, more sinister, lack of conscience, IMHO, and as someone said, give all of us hunters a bad name. I would never put wildlife above humans, but they should loose the right to hunt for a long time, just for my two cents worth. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

I bought one of the 30 round, not BC, at the Smyrna gunshow, and the bolt wouldn't even close! It was the metal (aluminum) lips. You can actually see where the bolt is hitting on the side or the tallest lip. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

That rimfire plinking is tons of fun...and it doesn't break the bank either. I have a little Ruger 10-22 with a carbon barrel and a scope, and I shoot and shoot...on the cheap. Congrats, and have fun from another old fellow. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

A vote here for the tried and true universal brush gun, the Marlin 30-30s. A friend is about to help me reload some. At a cheaper per round price, I'm sure I'll like mine even more. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

I have one on my 10/22 with a scope and love it. Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson

We'd sure like to see some pics of this Marlin 336Y Spikehorn. Any chance? Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? YN Sen. Fred Thompson

I think it's pretty universal for two in the mag and one in the chamber when shooting migratory birds... ducks and geese. Never been pheasant hunting, so I'm not sure about that. We always called it the magazine plug, and the game warden had better not catch you with the plug out of your magazine! Big trouble! Why do they call it common sense, when it's so uncommon? TN Sen. Fred Thompson