is it OK if my shotgun gets rained on will it hurt if if i hunt in the rain?
914777
all weapons in general will hold under rain. \n\nI was by a pond one time and the bank just collapsed underneath me and in went my Browning.  Just shook all the water off, wirped down the ammo and continued hunting.  The oil protected it.  \n\nThe real problem would be the dirt and sand that gets into the chamber and gets into the moving parts. Plus the unknown chemicals mixed in with the water (rain) \n\nJust make sure by the end of the day  take it apart and clean everything, dry the stock . Oil it well and kiss it good night.  \n\nCiao
162158
Yes, it's common for raindrops to collide after they start to fall. The more wind there is the more collisions are likely.
236939
Manevitch is me. Probably not proper answers "etiquette" to ask a question of one member, though.\n\nThe M77 is a good gun. I'm fond of the Remington 700 action, but the M77 action is also solid. You can buy aftermarket triggers, bolts, and other accessories for the M77 easily at Brownells or even Midway.\n\nThe All-Weather is a good choice under two situations: you're shooting under a variety of temperatures, or you're shooting when it's raining, snowing, or sleeting. Hailing too, I suppose :-) The advantage to that model is that it has all stainless parts (stainless does rust; take care of the gun) and the stock is glass-filled nylon which means it's less apt to torque the action out of true as the temperature changes.\n\nI have no particular opinions about any calibers, though. If the .243 works for you, then go for it.
1098795
yes. make sure u wear all that protective stuff like goggles and stuff like that so you dont get hurt reely badly. last time i went paint balling i jus got a couple bruises.
1121640
dont get it to wet, good idea
898028
I hunt three different counties in north ark. , baxter, randolph, and craighead. Not married, no family, so I have alot of hunting time. I assure you the rut is not over. I saw a nice 8+ pt. chasing a doe Saturday, and a 5 or 6 pt. chasing Sunday. Just a little FYI, I have about 10 or so guys that hunt up here in different areas, we were all in agreeance that the rut came in just a little later than normal. Obviously the earliest does may be done but theres always the late ones that are just coming into estrus now, so it should continue for a while. With the massive acorn crop this year the best setup would be around good white oak trees, outside of thickets; where trails converge, or natural funnels. That being said we had two bucks killed on food plots last week mid morning, so if the bucks are running you never really know where they'll be. I'd do a little scouting and try to find where the deer are feeding during the day or traveling to and fro. If your looking for that Big Boy that hides out, dive off into the thickest stuff you can shoot in around where deer are traveling or hanging out. Best of luck to ya!
892722
Bound's hubby here:\n\nYou have asked a question that is a double edged sword:\n"What can you hunt with a .22?" (within the cartridge's abilty) versus "What can you hunt with a .22?" (what can you legally hunt with it).\n\nLegally, that depends with your state's Fish & Game regulations.\n\nWhat is the cartridge capable of bagging? Rabbit, squirrel, small varmints ... but keep your maximum range to about 50 yards. Try not to shoot birds with a .22 ... using solid bullets makes your rifle dangerous to over a mile, and using .22 shotshells will be frustrating, since the #11 shot (commonly called "dust") is effective to about 10 feet!\n\nGood luck!
915217
Hang out by the road. I got hit by a doe a month ago. I saw her, slowed down and as soon as I got next to her...WHAM! She dented my drivers side door, broke my sideview mirror and dented the left front panel. I'm just glad I didn't hit her head on. I was on a 2 lane road, nowhere to go. No where to stop for another 5 miles. \nGet one for me.\n\nAnd for those who think it is cruel to hunt? The hunters help to control the deer population. I would rather the deer get shot, die quickly than be hit by a car and lay by the side of the road injured and in pain. Or God forbid, someone get killed in an accident after hitting a deer. \nHunters also donate the meat they won't use to homeless shelters.
977533
rain will not wet your glasses any more, it feels kind of good.  You can't swim under water with your eyes open very much, they may wash out, but not always.  some real fine dust may ruin them, but usually they keep the crap out of your eyes.  If it is hot and dry, the wind may make them wrinkle up and you either have to wet them or you can't see and it hurts..  They float on the fluid on your eyes and don't touch them at all.  Sometimes they get dirty and blurry and you have to clean them. Steam from cooking will not bother them.
616806
If the ball is genuine leather, water can cause some dameage to the outside.  It may lose it's grip over time.\n\nIf is a synthetic (which is likely) it should be just fine in the rain with no lasting effects.
960350
Bound's hubby here:\n\nIf you store your ammunition and components at (seasonal) room temperature you should be ok. Store primers in their original packaging and away from moisture. My work shop, which is not air conditioned is where the majority of my components and ammo live. It shoots great! Just make certain your ammunition is not exposed to extreme heat (fire). Try to avoid extremely long term storage. For example, I try to use my target ammo within 10 years of their "manufacture". Keep in mind, gun powder will degrade over time and lose it's umphh! Primers, if they're kept dry, should have a near indefinite life span. If you reload, take a break from reloading if you're reloading environment is experiencing high levels of humidity. \n\nGood luck.
959877
Is it new? \nBolt actions require some breaking in and ideal lubrication to operate smoothly. It's a mechanical device and really doesn't work at its best until all the parts have a little wear on them. My favorite actions are what some would consider a little 'sloppy'.  \n\nPlease pardon me putting in my two cents here, but you should have found out about this problem at least a month ago on the practice range while you were getting yourself ready for the hunt. \n\nWith all the effort and time and money you invested into putting  yourself within range of that old buck, not getting off that second shot cost you a bundle not to mention the missed opportunity. \n\nPreparation makes a good hunt. Check everything and walk thru your plan over and over again, with an eye on SAFETY and SUCCESS. \n\nA good gunsmith can smooth out that action for you and make it feel great. You can find ways to do this yourself. If it's new, put a couple of hundred rounds through it on the range, it will smooth up real nice.
1026626
i always check inside the barrel for obstructions--check outside the receiver and barrel for bulges or cracks --be certain you have the correct ammo--use safety precautions such as ear and eye protection--the first i shoot any gun that i don't know --i wear gloves--  hold it at my side and aim in a safe direction so if it does blow up --my eyes and face would be spared--also if it does not fire when the trigger is pulled--the fireing pin or spring may be dammaged or weak--and may cause the shell to fire several seconds or minutes later--if that happens lay the gun down --pointed in a safe direction and wait 5 - 10 minutes then eject the shell--it may be old or defective ammo--try different or new ammo--repeat the process--it may be a lot easier to take your weapon to a shop and let them check it--i suspect it would cost several $ for something you can do yourself. --good luck and take care.
1121645
your recoil tube may have alot of buildup in it.  i have to clean out my sbe after every 3-4000 rounds.
170711
It will not do any harm to shoot soft shot out of your rifled barrel.  I wouldn't put any steel or other hardend shot through the barrel though.  You will find that your patterns and range will probably not be nearly as good compaired to a smooth bore barrel.  Trying differnt brands and loads might help you get the best bird load for this deer gun. Shot cups and wads vary between manufacturers and the right one for your gun can make all the differance.
735597
Bound's hubby here:\n\nAccording to my Remington catalog, it sounds like you have a Remington 870 Special Purpose Super Mag with a non-reflective matte black finish. \n\nThis is what you have to do to take care of your shotgun. \n\nGet some OOO or OOOO steel wool and some good gun oil. Put a generous coat of oil on the rusted part of the barrel, and with LIGHT pressure, rub the steel wool over the rusted portion(s) of the barrel. Do not rub too hard! Remember ... be patient! It took 2 years to rust the barrel up ... it will take some time to clean it up. As the steel wool disintigrates, replenish the oil on the barrel and frequently replace the steel wool.\n\nIt may be possible, with LIGHT pressure, that you will not adversely harm the finish ... but expect that the oil and steel wool will "lighten" the black matte finish. \n\nWhen you are sufficiently satisfied with the rust removal, clean the exterior of the barrel with Hoppes or some similar bore cleaner. You may find, after removing the residual gun oil and steel wool, that you did not clean the rust off the barrel as well as you thought, and you may have to repeat the removal process a few times. Once the rust has been removed to your satisfaction, clean the barrel and oil the barrel. \n\nOn the down side ... I do not know what you could apply to "restore" the non-reflective matte black finish. I doubt that the typical gunsmith will have the materials or desire to refinish a non-reflective matte black finish ... they have enough investment in the tanks and materials to refinish guns with hot blue ... and perhaps parkerizing ...but ..!\n\nIf you want an original finish barrel if you are dissatisfied with the rust removal ... you will most likely have only two options ... send the barrel back to Remington for re-finishing ... or ... purchase a new repalcement "Special Purpose" barrel! Sorry!\n\nGood luck!
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Whatever you normally wear to run, as long as you know it won't chafe if it is wet. \nIf you wear a waterproof, you'll get very sweaty.\nIf you wear glasses, a cap to keep the rain off them may be a good plan.