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by Axe
Wed Jun 11, 2008 7:45 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Back Online - bowhunter.com.au
Replies: 12
Views: 1787

Re: Back Online - bowhunter.com.au

Jeffro, It was not Coach that slipped up...it wasn't a case of paying the bill as you put it, more a case of letting the rego lapse, and once someone else has picked it up it isn't as simple as JUST getting it back I repeat Coach was not and is not to blame and even if he had of been we can all make...
by Axe
Wed Jun 11, 2008 4:08 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Back Online - bowhunter.com.au
Replies: 12
Views: 1787

Back Online - bowhunter.com.au

I would like to advise those interested that the site is finally up & running :D Further to this and re my post (Low Despicable Act) on the loss of the above site I would like to add the following: That whilst the site bowhunter.com.au was taken, (legally) along with others on his behalf by anot...
by Axe
Wed Jun 11, 2008 11:48 am
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Toelke Bows VS Black Widows and Centaur
Replies: 21
Views: 2612

Re: Toelke Bows VS Black Widows and Centaur

My coupla bobs worth.... I could sit here and espouse the quality & performance of B/Widow & Border Bows (I do own some) & still not do them justice A little while ago I purchased a Thunder Stick bow (56" Mag D/R longbow)...in simple terms, excellent workmanship,it's light, smooth, ...
by Axe
Tue Jun 10, 2008 4:00 pm
Forum: The Ozbow Trade Blanket
Topic: Taking some weight off the bow rack
Replies: 36
Views: 6730

Re: Taking some weight off the bow rack, adding to gun rack

Congratulations to you and your lady on the birth of your baby :D

Oh, by the way, that baby bonus may be handy, and not just for the baby, if you get my drift :wink:
by Axe
Mon Jun 09, 2008 9:35 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Low Despicable Act!!
Replies: 7
Views: 1237

Re: Low Despicable Act!!

Firstly Luke, it has never at any time been in my name... Why would I contact you when the domain is registered in your name, with all of your details, and given the past history how could I assume anything other than what I did? I am surprised that you have engaged someone that doesn't advise you o...
by Axe
Mon Jun 09, 2008 8:32 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: DEAL OR NO DEAL HUE???
Replies: 13
Views: 1795

Re: DEAL OR NO DEAL HUE???

Good on HUE :D
by Axe
Mon Jun 09, 2008 8:26 pm
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Low Despicable Act!!
Replies: 7
Views: 1237

Low Despicable Act!!

As we all know not every one has the same morals, values, ethics be it at work, sport or play, at times these differences matter little, but at other times they are totally repugnant and abhorrent, EG politicians noses in the trough, trusted members of society interfering with children etc etc Close...
by Axe
Mon Jun 09, 2008 10:37 am
Forum: Scene & Herd
Topic: Non-Symmetrical Trophy Game Measuring.,
Replies: 12
Views: 3203

Re: Non-Symmetrical Trophy Game Measuring.,

i always thought these forum's where here to voice our opinion but i must be wrong sorry about that I wouldn't be apologising Jamie, you are 100% right, it's just that some people are that consumed by their own self installed importance that they convince themselves that no one else is entitled to ...
by Axe
Tue May 27, 2008 3:50 pm
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: Monday Menu
Replies: 11
Views: 2398

Re: Monday Menu

David, I keep from the ribs back, the backstraps & internal fillet are the "cream" IMO, from ribs forward goes to my pets, including heart, liver & kidneys (occasionally I will use the shanks & shoulder for a stew) As for meat cuts I treat goat the same as you would a lamb When...
by Axe
Tue May 27, 2008 8:51 am
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: Out for a look
Replies: 8
Views: 984

Re: Out for a look

Nice animal, well done Tommo :D
by Axe
Mon May 26, 2008 5:39 pm
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: Minimum Arrow Weights ?
Replies: 17
Views: 2988

Re: Minimum Arrow Weights ?

No doubt in my mind...certainly the diameter has some role to play, but the arrow weight & FOC make the difference I also believe the carbon arrow "will kill ya" hype is over stated, not that it couldn't, but if the right precaution/procedure is followed with a broken arrow, and each a...
by Axe
Mon May 26, 2008 4:07 pm
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: Monday Menu
Replies: 11
Views: 2398

Monday Menu

Although under close scrutiny by the "Black Watch", one of the ingredients for the next stew was harvested :)

The cover was placed there for respectful purpose
by Axe
Sun May 25, 2008 9:44 am
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: A Day in the Bush (Pics)
Replies: 20
Views: 3329

Re: A Day in the Bush (Pics)

Thankyou all for the kind words, I feel I am indeed very fortunate to have a very supportive wife, property access, time and a reasonable amount of ability to have success at what I love most, next to my family I appreciate the fact that some won't hunt for whatever reason, so be it...for those that...
by Axe
Sun May 25, 2008 9:17 am
Forum: Traditional Tackle
Topic: arrow straightness
Replies: 19
Views: 2313

Re: arrow straightness

I've had a few shafts with bends in them in my day, including VA's, and only ever used the "rub a screw driver / piece of pipe" along the bent area method, then as Mick Smith said, sealed them, then I "bare shaft" each one several times and check for straightness before I complet...
by Axe
Sat May 24, 2008 5:07 pm
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: A Day in the Bush (Pics)
Replies: 20
Views: 3329

Re: A Day in the Bush (Pics)

A skin like that looks too good to waste (not a judgemental comment in any way), do you ever find the time to skin them or is it too time consuming, too heavy to port and you already have a dozen on the wall? I would love on, hair on and reckon the leather wouldn't be too bad either? If you and Mr....
by Axe
Sat May 24, 2008 7:34 am
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: A Day in the Bush (Pics)
Replies: 20
Views: 3329

Re: A Day in the Bush (Pics)

Peace... Joy... and EXCITEMENT~all in one post~~I'd have recognized its class, even if you hadn't 'signed' it. If you don't mind a coffee pot and a cigar, with a Yank attached, I truly do look forward to LongWalkin' that ground with you someday. Thanks for the mornin' smile, Sackett Anytime CM, it ...
by Axe
Fri May 23, 2008 6:25 pm
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: A Day in the Bush (Pics)
Replies: 20
Views: 3329

A Day in the Bush (Pics)

Had a good day out, thought I might share a few pics...
by Axe
Thu May 15, 2008 8:23 am
Forum: Scene & Herd
Topic: Price of Feathers ???
Replies: 9
Views: 2567

Re: Price of Feathers ???

Plain 5" feathers $32 / 100 from Kustom King, wasn't that long ago the shop Coach talks about was around the same money, very hard to buy local when the price is double, especially when our dollar is as strong as it is now As an aside...Just bought some stuff from AMSO, as has been said before,...
by Axe
Mon May 12, 2008 7:43 am
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: One-Shot Wonders and Highly-Sporting Warning-Shots...
Replies: 14
Views: 2819

Re: One-Shot Wonders and Highly-Sporting Warning-Shots...

Top stuff boys...indeed sporting with the warning shots :D
by Axe
Mon May 12, 2008 7:37 am
Forum: Shooting The Breeze
Topic: Trumped by a dealer !
Replies: 23
Views: 2501

Re: Trumped by a dealer !

I thought it was as much about the buyer as it is the seller...having sold several bows on here myself I am smart enough to realise that if my price isn't reasonable/ fair I won't make a sale As far as I am concerned if someone has the same product as me for sale, at a lower price, good luck to 'em,...
by Axe
Thu May 08, 2008 5:20 pm
Forum: Traditional Tackle
Topic: Heavy inserts for carbon arrows
Replies: 6
Views: 775

Re: Heavy inserts for carbon arrows

Matt I don't know if you have 8-32 threaded rod available there but I cut a 4 inch piece and screw it into the back of the insert with a little superglue to lock it in. Then I wrap the other end with black electrical tape to give it a tight fit so it doesn't rattle in the shaft. 4 inches gives you ...
by Axe
Wed May 07, 2008 9:20 am
Forum: The Ozbow Trade Blanket
Topic: Internature T/D 20#@24"
Replies: 2
Views: 625

Re: Internature T/D 20#@24"

OK Steve,

Will hold it until I hear from you :D
by Axe
Tue May 06, 2008 1:07 pm
Forum: The Ozbow Trade Blanket
Topic: Internature T/D 20#@24"
Replies: 2
Views: 625

Internature T/D 20#@24"

Helping out a work mate...his daughter has out grown the bow

For sale a 62" Internature T/D Bow 20#@24"... the bow has a wooden riser, white limbs and is in excellent condition, a good bow for the young beginner

He is asking $100
by Axe
Sun May 04, 2008 6:04 pm
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: 4 years, 7 hunts, first kill, hunting the hard way.
Replies: 13
Views: 2211

Re: 4 years, 7 hunts, first kill, hunting the hard way.

Congratulations mate...good to hear the animal is getting put to use:D
by Axe
Fri May 02, 2008 1:15 pm
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: Just A Little Experiment...
Replies: 7
Views: 1355

Re: Just A Little Experiment...

Very nifty my good friend, thankyou for the opportunity to listen :D
by Axe
Wed Apr 30, 2008 4:17 pm
Forum: The Ozbow Trade Blanket
Topic: The "Herd" Thinning Begins!
Replies: 1
Views: 957

Re: The "Herd" Thinning Begins!

One to Go :D
by Axe
Mon Apr 28, 2008 6:04 pm
Forum: Hunting & Fishing
Topic: Ridge Billy
Replies: 6
Views: 1115

Re: Ridge Billy

Good stuff Tommo :D
by Axe
Fri Apr 25, 2008 8:48 pm
Forum: Web Sites
Topic: www.bowhunter.com.au
Replies: 16
Views: 8950

Re: www.bowhunter.com.au

followed by deeply driven urges to take up knitting or needlework :( It's a well known fact that once having reached this point there is no coming back! :? Speak for yourself! I am currently knitting a hemp bow string and sewing a leather armguard! Tomorrow I shall paint some more pretty arrows and...
by Axe
Fri Apr 25, 2008 5:02 pm
Forum: Web Sites
Topic: www.bowhunter.com.au
Replies: 16
Views: 8950

Re: www.bowhunter.com.au

Ain't tech problems fun - not!!! I hope you get it all running smoothly again very soon. Jeff Doesn't hurt once in a while Jeff, it might even be good if all sites / computers went down together occasionally, it might get a few armchair / computer archers to use their gear rather than just talk abo...
by Axe
Fri Apr 25, 2008 4:22 pm
Forum: Magazines, Journals & Books
Topic: Trad Books
Replies: 0
Views: 3887

Trad Books

I often see questions that are asked over and over again, these two books answer many / most of what is so often asked 1.Traditional Archery Sam Fadala is an expert in traditional archery and is the author of numerous books and articles on archery and the outdoors. In this thorough, fully illustrate...