[David Coulter]

in reply to: Assumptions and Biases #37757

I see a lot of interest in crossbows here in PA. A good and valid point on this is that when the seasons and laws for archery were put in place, recurves were the modern gear. Compounds were not invented. Crossbows with scopes are an end run around the season, a way to legally get out there and still have an advantage. I don’t see a problem with the individual as long as they are hunting within the limits of their gear and experience, as I must do. I do have to see the seasons limited due to higher kill rates due to technical advantages. That would have to be addressed in very specific term. One thing to be sure, none of this is going away. dc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: 7 year spike #37051

Congratulations on the spike! Excellent hunt. Your photos are really nice. Beautiful country, shown well. best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Rub-a-dub-dub #34578

Geez that’s firewood in this neck of the woods! Best of luck with your hunt, Dave. Looks like a win-win not matter what. best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Assumptions and Biases #34577

Smithy,

good post. It’s all too easy to curse at a glance, but that’s just bigotry. The spirit of the hunt and the best intentions of our prey is what matters the most. Thanks for starting this one. best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: What ya got goin? #30842

Smithy, nice photo, nice scattergun and really nice bird! Paleo, man, we have those days. our Season starts in about 20 days. Oh yeah! good luck you guys, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Quiver ? #28734

Thanks, Smithy. I’m reading Slaughter House 5 for the very first time and it’s remarkable.

Maybe Rod will match Tartans for those hunting in kilts! Oh, the autumn breeze…. best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: What spine shaft for 29% FOC in 50# bow? #27953

TT, sounds like you got it. Fun when it works, right? May your arrow find it’s mark this season. best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Thought I would Share….My first Longbow Elk #27949

What a great experience! Congratulations. When you get some time, give us the whole story. I know folks would like to hear about your gear, too. Enjoy in good health. dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Quiver ? #27314

I second the Safari Tuff. That was my first one getting back into archery. I just didn’t want to put a quiver on the bow for some reason. It’s been good. I keep a spare string, knife, glove, in the pocket, but not much else as it can get top heavy quick. best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Let's See Your Fletching #26833

Iancead,

They are a nice looking bunch of arrows. I like the fletching, but I like the look of the shafts, as well. Neat quiver, too. best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Binos in Forested Areas #26813

Our family has a few pair of B&L Bushnell 7 x 26. These things are really nice. They are compact, magnify enough for most things and are really bright. They have a wide field of view, which does a couple of things. It allows a very easy acquisition of your subject and it also allows you to see around the subject. I have an old pair of Nikon travelers that are about 10×24. They are not too bad for sharpness, but it’s like looking down a pipe. The 7x26s also give you a bit of eye relief, so you don’t have to press them too close to get a full field of view. The price has gone up a bit over the years, as they change the design of them. Also, after a few years they don’t carry parts, so my older ones won’t get fixed or realigned if they need it. That’s a sad state that is pretty common these days. best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Any folks near Greenville, TN? #23387

I looked up Greenville online, just for the heck of it. Seems like a nice place. Definitely has small town feel. Good luck! dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Any folks near Greenville, TN? #22830

Hey Doc,

When you get down there, stop in at Greenville Outfitters. They don’t look Trad, but they probably know some stick and string guys. Looks like a nice little town with a little bit of culture thrown in. Congratulations on your new adventure. dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: Practicing the "Cold Shot" #22242

Doc, I admire that friend of yours. At sixty yards, I’d spend 15 minutes looking at the target and the rest of the day looking for the arrow. Definitely a good scenario for judos! Good luck with your house hunting. best, dwc

[David Coulter]

in reply to: feathers #22240

Did that missing feather tickle you, Ed? best, dwc

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