Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
New York has arrested several people recently for violating its extreme gun-control measures. The question is should there be any mercy or is “zero tolerance” sensible. John Lott chimes in here…
And, a marine faces jail time in New York. More here…
By Glen Wunderlich
Michigan Senate bill 775 has been introduced to allow the following cartridges to be used in our Zone III for deer: A .35 caliber or larger rifle loaded with straight-walled cartridges with a minimum case length of 1.16 inches and a maximum case length of 1.80 inches.
That’s a very small minimum to maximum amount and would still exclude the .45-70 and .444 Marlin but rifles chambered for .44 magnum would be legal. Since it reads cases and not overall cartridge length, it sounds like handgun cartridges only. I’m going to give the sponsor a call to see if I can understand their thinking. As we know, the .45-70 is not as fast as modern muzzleloaders, and as far as I can tell, should be allowed, as well.
The idea to allow the handgun-type rounds in a rifle with the case-length limitations seem reminiscnet of the original crossbow speed limit of 350 fps imposed . Then, one year later, the speed limit was lifted.
This bill needs further review and on Sunday I’ll post my points on this piece of legislation.
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Thompson/Center Arms announced today the introduction of the first production made customizable rifle with the unveiling of the Dimension™ Bolt-Action Platform. Offering the capability to change barrels and stocks through the use of its patent-pending universal receiver, the new Dimension rifle’s revolutionary design allows it to handle small, medium and long action calibers while maintaining the appropriate bolt throw for each caliber. Read more
Leica IBS Reticle
Leica’s optical experts have joined forces with G7’s ballistics experts to develop the Integrated Ballistic System (IBS ) reticle. This multi-purpose reticle allows the hunter to use the ballistic drop reticle or the center aiming point in conjunction with a custom ballistic turret that has been calibrated in yards. Read more
Smith & Wesson Model 629
Smith & Wesson Model 629
Careful what you feed these monsters, because apparently they have an aversion to Chinese ammo.
An Oregon man woke up without some of his toes, after his pet dog, a Shiba Inu, ate them while he slept. Apparently, the dog sensed the owner’s feet were diseases from diabetes. More here…
Macomb County, Michigan resident, Julie Wickware, said she let her 22-pound dog outside at 6am and looked out a few minutes later only to see the dog bloodied and on the ground. Within a few feet was the culprit: a coyote. Wickware rushed the pet to the vet where it died of a broken neck. More details here…
BELLEVUE, WA – The Second Amendment Foundation and Association of New Jersey Rifle & Pistol Clubs will appeal a federal judge’s ruling Friday that “the Second Amendment does not include a general right to carry handguns outside the home.” Read more
Another hero to zero story of a Michigan “deer hunting” cheater. Contests sure bring out the worst in people, and here is the reason why prizes are not always a good idea. In fact, as chairman of the Perry Youth Hunt Extravaganza, I am often approached why we don’t provide prizes for the biggest bucks, first buck, etc. Here’s your answer:
And, here is action taken by Commemorative Bucks of Michigan.
By Glen Wunderlich
Deer hunters have had it pretty good. From the days of market hunting to today’s regulated hunting, nationwide whitetail deer numbers have gone from the brink of extinction to approximately 20 million. Sadly, however, what goes up must come down and some experts believe we are in for a drastic downturn. In fact, it may have already begun. Read more