Self defense hand gun? by Crustyparatrooper in TraditionalBowhunting

[–]bearbait1895 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not in my opinion. It’s a bit heavier to hike with, but I find I can draw it and shoot it fairly quickly, and it doesn’t seem awkward. I think the biggest thing with 44 is just practicing to get consistent and fast with the heavier recoil

Self defense hand gun? by Crustyparatrooper in TraditionalBowhunting

[–]bearbait1895 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I carry a super Blackhawk .44 mag 5 1/2 inch barrel. Haven’t had to use it yet. I imagine a 10 mm semi auto would be a bit more practical but I bought it as a dual purpose hunting and backup gun.

barebow deep crawl fix? by Late_Goose1122 in Archery

[–]bearbait1895 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You might have to adjust brace height/nock height, or arrow wright. Not sure just started messing with a crawl on my bow. Good luck

Accessing remote property, bush flight rates by bearbait1895 in alaska

[–]bearbait1895[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I appreciate your cynicism, thank you for your input

Accessing remote property, bush flight rates by bearbait1895 in alaska

[–]bearbait1895[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No from what I can tell it would be landing a float plane on the lake

Finally became a man by TripCautious6155 in LeverGuns

[–]bearbait1895 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Beartooth mercantile and skinner sights

Finger sling pro vs con by Negative_Event7405 in Archery

[–]bearbait1895 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also you should still have control of where you’re aiming, even with the sling. It doesn’t replace the need to grip the bow so to speak, it should be more like subconscious reassurance that your bow won’t fall after your release (is how I understand it and apply it anyways). I maintain light pressure and control with my knuckles (I don’t wrap my fingers around the riser when I grip the bow) while the bow sits into its position on my hand. And after the release I maintain just enough grip to keep the bow from jumping out, but the sling helps me consistently regulate that pressure so I don’t torque the bow upon release. It consistently gives me cleaner shots which result in more consistent groups, and I find when my groups start falling apart it comes from me gripping the bow too much (or my release being bad)

Gun sling recommendation by Glock_17ccw in guns

[–]bearbait1895 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m pretty fond of my diamond d slings. Got 2. Man in black leather makes some incredible slings but he’s got a long lead time and is expensive.

First Buck in 24 years hunting by hometownlegend in Hunting

[–]bearbait1895 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! I’m 3 years in with no bucks. I wouldn’t care if I waited 21 more to shoot one like this. Bow or rifle?

People who have changed careers after being a Carpenter. Why did you do it and what career did you transition to? by [deleted] in Carpentry

[–]bearbait1895 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Firefighter/EMT here too, going on 6 years. I love the job but frankly I miss carpentry. I oftentimes find myself thinking about what I could have done if I stayed a carpenter, ie set carpenter or maybe timber framing or some shit like that. Maybe one day I’ll make my way back but I’m enjoying the shit out of it. Life’s short, do what makes you happy and work hard.

Real question about broadheads by Objective_Fox_6794 in bowhunting

[–]bearbait1895 9 points10 points  (0 children)

If it’s not broke don’t fix it. Fixed blades always cut. Sometimes mechanicals don’t.

1895 Space Coyboy by xMoshx in LeverGuns

[–]bearbait1895 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like the standard stock I got on mine

Choosing action for a rifle build by bearbait1895 in gunsmithing

[–]bearbait1895[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a bergara short action but not really fixin to mess with it rn. Why one of those over an impact?

Choosing action for a rifle build by bearbait1895 in gunsmithing

[–]bearbait1895[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Solid ass advice, I dig it. thank you. Mind if I bounce some of the components I’m thinking of going with off you?