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 First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 7:52 PM
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He walked up on me at 30 yards, the 300gr xtp did its job. I'm officially addicted to handgun hunting. What a rush! Don't see myself using a rifle any time soon... https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hph...b01&oe=56F73230
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 7:57 PM
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 Congratulations, and welcome to HHM!
Last edited by TN Lone Wolf; 11/17/2015 11:16 PM. Reason: Added his picture directly
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 7:59 PM
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Thanks! Never got serious about my pistol marksmanship until this summer. What a difference some serious practice can make.
Father of three, Husband of one. Firearm collecter, amateur reloader, lousy pistol shooter, avid lead caster, venison aficionado.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 8:00 PM
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 8:08 PM
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Rod, too.
Short cuts often lead to long recoveries.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 8:12 PM
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 8:13 PM
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Regards,
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 8:15 PM
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Congratulations and welcome to the club.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 8:31 PM
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You'll be hooked now! We'll done!
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 8:38 PM
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Thanks Guys! I'm not a trophy hunter at all, just trying to fill the freezer.
Father of three, Husband of one. Firearm collecter, amateur reloader, lousy pistol shooter, avid lead caster, venison aficionado.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 8:38 PM
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 8:51 PM
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I bought this Toklat in March. Really wanted a Freedom Arms but money wouldn't allow it. Gets the job done regardless.
It sure felt pretty awkward climbing a tree without a rifle across my back.
Father of three, Husband of one. Firearm collecter, amateur reloader, lousy pistol shooter, avid lead caster, venison aficionado.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 9:11 PM
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Congratulations, great job.
I'm kinda envious of your Toklat, always regarded a 5" barrel as the ideal length for hunting.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 9:24 PM
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Thanks.
Thats how I've always felt as well. In the single action I've only ever had a 4-5/8".
I had a Taurus Tracker 4" in 44 mag that I loved, but it literally fell apart after three boxes of Winchester white box. Told myself it was time to go big or go home and saved to get this Ruger. I rarely shoot Casull loads, mainly just hot colts.
Father of three, Husband of one. Firearm collecter, amateur reloader, lousy pistol shooter, avid lead caster, venison aficionado.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 11:03 PM
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Nothing like your first. I still remember mine 44 years ago. It's quite addicting. Haven't shot a rifle for 38 years.
Keep it up!!!
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/17/2015 11:18 PM
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Nothing wrong with that. Heck, I'll take just about whatever walks into range this season.
Formerly TN Lone Wolf
"We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided." - J.K. Rowling
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 12:01 AM
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Thanks Guys! I'm not a trophy hunter at all, just trying to fill the freezer. Me too! But it's fun to do it with a handgun!! Nice job, and welcome to the addiction!!!
A lot of people are like a slinky: Not much fun till you push them down the stairs!
Lifetime Member of the NRA! Wish I'd a done it sooner.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 12:02 AM
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Grats.
Took my first deer with handgun last year. It is a great feeling of accomplishment.
Best of luck.
PsTaN
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"Hold your horses, the elephants are coming, and out stamped Alabama"
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 12:40 AM
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 12:57 AM
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Bigger ain't always better....according to who???
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 1:17 AM
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 1:36 AM
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Good job! Not a thing wrong with that trophy. I'm in the "If it's brown it's down" club. I like to eat. Congratulations again.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 1:53 AM
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Thanks Guys! I'm not a trophy hunter at all, just trying to fill the freezer. If you're not a trophy hunter, you need to stop handgun hunting. All critters taken with a handgun are trophys in my book. Welcome to HH and the madness.
It takes 43 muscles to frown and 17 to smile, but only 3 for proper trigger squeeze.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 2:05 AM
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Thanks guys. My wife is grinding burger in the kitchen right now.
We had roast this evening and my 6yr old couldn't fathom that this animal was alive three days ago lol.
Father of three, Husband of one. Firearm collecter, amateur reloader, lousy pistol shooter, avid lead caster, venison aficionado.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 2:37 AM
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 4:11 AM
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Good job. Nice trophy there. It's your first, so, yes it's a trophy. You'll grin every time you think about hat shot. I know I still do.
Oh yeah, we're going to either enable you, or spend your money for you, or both.
Welcome home brother.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 4:24 AM
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Oh yeah, we're going to either enable you, or spend your money for you, or both.  He's not exaggerating. These guys are all a terrible influence.
Formerly TN Lone Wolf
"We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided." - J.K. Rowling
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 4:27 AM
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Oh yeah, we're going to either enable you, or spend your money for you, or both. He's not exaggerating. These guys are all a terrible influence. Nah.... we just know there is no cure, so why fight it???
A lot of people are like a slinky: Not much fun till you push them down the stairs!
Lifetime Member of the NRA! Wish I'd a done it sooner.
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11/18/2015 4:35 AM
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Nah.... we just know there is no cure, so why fight it???
Because it makes my wallet sad.
I guess it's all worthwhile, though.
Formerly TN Lone Wolf
"We are only as strong as we are united, as weak as we are divided." - J.K. Rowling
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 4:42 AM
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Congrats Mark454! And welcome to the dark side 
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11/18/2015 5:47 AM
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 10:59 AM
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Congrats,,,,,,,,Welcome to the addiction!
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 12:59 PM
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Thanks guys. Next on the list is a new 5-shot Bisley in 454. I'd like to send it to Linebaugh and have it shortened to 4-5/8 and slicked up.
Father of three, Husband of one. Firearm collecter, amateur reloader, lousy pistol shooter, avid lead caster, venison aficionado.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 2:00 PM
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Congrats Mark! I'm a 454 fan too, it's my favorite big game revolver cartridge.
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11/18/2015 2:32 PM
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Thanks Guys! I'm not a trophy hunter at all, just trying to fill the freezer. If you're not a trophy hunter, you need to stop handgun hunting. All critters taken with a handgun are trophys in my book. Welcome to HH and the madness. Very well said!
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11/18/2015 5:47 PM
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Good on ya! cant eat horns..
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/18/2015 6:54 PM
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The meat is the trophy for me. There is no gun you can buy that will do the job better than the one you have. You will now move from need to want.
Enjoying to circle of life
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11/18/2015 9:09 PM
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/19/2015 2:33 AM
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Thanks guys. I've got all next week off work, so I'm hoping to add to the count.
I can take 1 antlered, and 8 does in my county...
Father of three, Husband of one. Firearm collecter, amateur reloader, lousy pistol shooter, avid lead caster, venison aficionado.
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Re: First whitetail with a pistol
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11/19/2015 2:34 AM
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Congratulations, and welcome to HHM! Thanks for adding this picture directly, could figure out how to work it.
Father of three, Husband of one. Firearm collecter, amateur reloader, lousy pistol shooter, avid lead caster, venison aficionado.
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