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@Boris11 - you can’t drink alcohol and get “energized”—— just drink the Espresso…. Even Red Bull and alcohol only helps you keep from “passing out” so you can keep drinking booze

@Wishfulthinker580: I like the Balvenie 14 “sherry cast”, Glenfiddich & Glenlivit 18 yr., and always Aberlour - 16 or 18 and especially their hard to find “A’Bunadh”. The “A’Bunadh” is cast strength and usually 115-120 proof but surprisingly smooth ——although that first sip hits you WOW!!

@Wishfulthinker580 - gotta say NO to that Scotch (and I like many Glenfiddich) - any decent Single Malt Scotch should be “Over 80 proof” otherwise you’re paying for a very watered down whiskey - 86 to 90 proof would be the minimum range I would want in a single Malt. Some might like 80 proof...

@SRvet - I don’t think there is a need for snake shot and especially in a Big Bore rifle. If you see a Snake then there’s time to either walk away….or kill it with a stick or rock (maybe not a Mamba!) Plus, at least for me, I would never shoot that fine #12 shot down the bore of a good rifle.

@BeeMaa - but for the cost of 4 boxes of TSS - can buy a Mercedes with a Holland & Holland in the trunk !

@SStomcat - I agree with several others that stated “personal preference” and don’t think there is any real “quality difference” between Ruger/Remington/Winchester these days. But I think Ruger has the best Customer Service by far——in the event you ever need that. Interested in what others think?

@Hunt anything - I have Never seen a Scarlet King Snake and would love to catch & photograph one….that would be a rare treat for me, Corn Snakes would be #2 on my wish list. Sounds like you live in a great area with a healthy and diverse reptile population

@odonata - thats a nice Fat Black snake - rarely see them that fat in the East —- also a nice Copperhead

@Field28 - all the more reason to “Bare hand it” and impress those Ladies !

@BeeMaa — NO….it’s Deer season and I’m spending enough $$$ - don’t need another “wish-need-gotta Have it item !!”

@BeeMaa - after you shoot 1000+ ducks & geese with Steel then you will have a completed study AND the $$ you save to do that “Study” will fund you a lifetime supply of TSS. You will be shocked how many 40-50 yard killing shots you will make with Steel. My Son and I had an LLC to Guide Waterfowl...

@BeeMaa - I have no doubt there are much better products out there then Walkers Game Ear. While I like mine especially for Turkey Hunting - can hear a “gobble” very far away…. I can’t ever tell What Direction the sound is coming from ? The “directional hearing” on my Walkers is SO BAD that as...

@DLSJR: I remember when we used lead shot for Ducks & Geese - we all used #6s and occasionally 5s or 4s —— any size worked and the dense pattern of 6s were much better for finishing off a cripple that was far out on the water with only it’s ’head up’. Once Steel was required the biggest issue...

@375Fox - YES, outside the US firearms/ammo policy and enforcement differ — still a “mess” and can vary based on the individual you have to deal with. Carry printed copies of the Policy - in 6 different languages - and hope the person Can Read. The Ammo “weight” is subject to a whatever...

A bad shot on a Duck = a wounded duck regardless of “shot type” - a pellet hitting only wing or rump will drop the duck….and then the dog, boat, or follow up shots are needed. TSS clearly out performs and penetrates much better, so does Hevi shot and all things being equal - they perform...

@BlueFlyer — you guys get “Real” snakes — the dangerous types…not to be underestimated !!

@Field28 - those Big TONGs for that Tiny Garter Snake ?? I can only hope there is a Woman holding those tongs? Or someone “training” to be a woman

@Wyatt Smith - we have “plenty” of Black Snakes AND Copperheads on my property in VA: Black Racers, Black Rat, and the beautiful Copperhead.

I was Not required to do this when I hunted in TZ years ago — but know things can “change”

@375Fox - one reason Not to over do it on the ammo case - the 11 pound limit “includes” the packaging - and I’ve had that “discussion” once and they were adamant. I believe the policy is “Ammo may be carried in its original packaging or in a container designed for ammo”. My personal habit is...

@Mark R - the FAA and TSA allows Ammo to be packed inside your firearms case but some Airlines have their own policy and prohibit this. Also, some Countries might have more restrictive policies. I always carry TWO printed copies of FAA & TSA Firearms & Ammo policy and also a copy of whatever...

@BeeMaa - agree there is great protection out there that still lets you “Hear” while wearing them - my headphones actually “enhance” my hearing while turkey hunting and only shut-off-loud noises (gun shot). I wish I had these devices when I first started hunting, because as kids, 3 of us Duck...

@DLSJR: I agree for a “Guided” hunt or a Hunt you must travel or fly too - ammo is a small part of that hunt, also when using a .410 to hunt ducks or waterfowl steel or even lead is a poor choice for shots beyond 25 yrds. When hunting waterfowl 35 days a year - out of a 60 day season - it’s a...

@BeeMaa - why would I ever pattern TSS? You’ve done enough testing (for Everyone) and I don’t question that TSS is by FAR “superior” — turns a shotgun into a “Bazooka”…..TSS would take down a dinosaur (pterodactyl ?)

@randallhebert - Yes Randall I am also a Big Fan of the older Remington “WINGMASTER HD” with Hevi shot pellets that were also “perfectly round” and thought that they were by far - the Best shells produced since lead - they were “better then lead” because they patterned tighter and penetrated...

@sniper7 - I am also a SUBARU “Fan” and have owned two back in the late 1980s that had the ability to switch into true 4WD and they were Great, went thru any snow or plow ridge — until you High Centered it ! Subaru’s are very good and capable small cars and nowadays a Man can even get away with...

@VertigoBE - is the “Dakar Rally” really relevant to determining reliable off road vehicles based on “normal use”? So if Ferrari wins at Le Mans - thats my next Family Car?

@Tubby’s Canteen - remember we need to continue our John Wayne trivia discussions & questions

@CZDiesel - I agree there are some very good Off Road trucks made in the US and “stock” the Ford Raptor; Ram Rebel/TRX; or Chevy ZR2, come to mind. Also, while I am a Toyota “fan” - the Tundra is a distant 4th in a 4 horse race. But, there seems to be a consistent history of reliability &...

@Tubby’s Canteen - just “thinking about it” is illegal in Canada, now we have to turn you in for the reward !

@Tubby’s Canteen - I think that ship sailed 20 years ago, doubt any manufacturers sell a “realistic looking” toy gun for KIDS - the “Political Correctness” alone would prohibit any business for doing that and liability might also factor in. I had really good cap guns when I was a kid - made of...

I have several of your shirts - Great quality and fair price…..I would own many more if “IF” ALL your Shooting Shirts were also made in LFET HAND —- Only a few are. So, recommendation — sew the padded patch on the Left shoulder and charge $5-$10 more for it (I know LH is only 10% of the...

@KurtVH - the only thing AWD does is help sell cars to those that “think” its the same as 4WD and it helps a House Wife keep her Husbands car out-of-a-ditch when it’s raining lightly…..but she’ll still “put a dent in it” while trying to park. AWD is to OFF ROADING as Masterbation is to Sex —-Not...

@KurtVH - I guess the Nissan GT-R with AWD helps it in the “Snow”?? After the Corvette drove down to Florida - at 190mph !

@KurtVH - based on what I’ve owned and driven and more so on what I’ve “seen” being used Off Road - especially in Africa = TOYOTA ! I never even saw any “Jeep” in Africa but i do see them in the US. The Tacoma & Land Cruiser seem to dominate, hold up well to high mileage and resell very high...

@NIGHT @NI @NIGHTHAWK - The only other “Lantern” fisherman I knew of were Huck Finn & Tom Sawyer

@NIGHTHAWK - You fished nights with a “Lantern”? What are you 130 years old??

@JG26Irish_2 - you clearly have good shooting abilities with your .308 and are proven on wild game. You also now have a very accurate .30-06 and I assume you will shoot that just as well “dead nuts accurate” on Wild game too. Not much difference in killing power between the .308 & .30-06 —...

@NIGHTHAWK - looks like time ‘well spent’, nice calm flat water, beautiful day. I’m not much of a fisherman but love stripper fishing and they are my favorite fish to catch and eat — I grew up fishing on the East coast for Atlantic stripers either off the beach or close to shore in a boat...

@WyoBull: How do you like that Benelli in 28 ga? I’ve looked at them for a few years and super lightweight ——like a feather, almost too light. I think they would make a great first gun for a small kid or Woman starting out shooting skeet etc.. Benelli makes a quality shotgun and their semi...

@Bullthrower338 - you’ve got to get out of the 1970s and buy a decent bottle of Scotch — save that “Chivas” for company that you DON”T LIKE

VERY WELL WRITTEN — better then most Outdoor writers because there was no BS or product endorsements !!

@BC Pat - I know what you mean about a 12ga for Upland birds (bigger then needed) but just switching to simple 12ga target loads ie: 1oz of #8s at 1180 fps solves any problems…and you can also get 7/8s oz loads for a 12 ga. While I like my 20 ga & 16 ga —- I think the 12ga is the most versatile...

@Bob Nelson 35Whelen - ok Bob, your post here explains a lot and removes any mystery about why you “disparage” the fantastic .243 —- You use a .30-30 for RABBITS !! And even then, some get away wounded. Following your Caliber-Logic I will assume if a .30-30 is used for Rabbits, the .35 Whelen...

@BeeMaa - what Costco in VA sells liquor? I though only ABC stores sold booze in VA?

@BeeMaa - that is a Bad Marketing idea “Gin & Tonic Day”….in OCTOBER??? But it is tasty anytime and don’t need an occasion (Bombay Sapphire - never goes out of season)

@45s_Forever - you got to the “right place” - what took you so long? WELCOME !

@BourbonTrail - So guessing you know a little about hunting & firearms but LOTS about Bourbon!

@Bob Nelson 35Whelen - you’ve never really had too much to drink - Unless you wake up and find you’ve purchased a .243 !!

@BourbonTrail - based on your Post & chart/graph — I need to go back to College just to understand this thread and YOU are making me feel “inferior” because I’m NOT a Chemist ….just a Hunter…. By the way - have You ever visited the “Bourbon Trail”? My Wife and I considered driving there for a...