Recent content by bigdog MN

Shot one in SE Nodak in the late 90's, pure white. Local sportsman's group in the area did release some birds so it may have been from them although they usually had a little band on there releases and this bird had no band.

Another vote for the Pella Bird-n-lite jacket and vest. I have a bad back and the suspension system really helps out.

I bought a used one and tried it on some ducks. It works but you still have the skin left on the breast and it does get messy. Have to have a pail or something to catch the carcass. Would be handy if you had a large number of geese to breast, which is why we got it. After using it on a couple...

I go 250# and use Redfeather brand shoes. Aluminum frame, hypalon deck, 30" long with a tail. I still sink some but they are short enough to manuever around in thicker cover and the tail design makes it easier turn. Sierra Trading post usually has some at a good price on clerance.

I see a jacket was already selected so I am late to reply. I have back trouble and have found the Pella brand jacket to be the most comfortable. Also own a Filson and a Browning, but the Pella is the most comfortable when there is weight in the game bag.

I use something simlar to coat the stiching and prevent wear. Cannot remember the name of the stuff.

Ran across mention of this place: Western Gun Parts in Canada. It seems that WGP had some repro wood made up for the BSS and may still have some left. MGW has fitted a few and commented that the inletting was very well done. Stocks were not fancy and came uncheckered, but very serviceable. You...

Fishing guide that I know uses a Cannon Digital Video camera but I don't have the model, he films ice fishing with it. I see him in a couple weeks and I will try to remember to ask.

I bought a Pentax Optio W60 a year ago. I have used it ice fishing without any troubles but I keep it in an inside pocket. Its pretty small and its waterproof so handy for hunting/fishing pictures. There were allot of reviews at imaging-resource.com, one of the resources I used when picking...

I had a pair once but really did not see any advantage over the standard Gaiters. Gore-Tex ones were just more expensive to replace and I don't use them anymore. I have been real happy with some gaiters made by Battle Lake Outdoors, got a couple pair at the GameFair a few years ago.

I have used WD-40 on guns, internal and external, blued and camo finishes for 35 years. Never had a case of pitting or corrosion. Used to work in a gun shop and we used WD-40. Plenty of other options available as well. On the other hand, of the other options available I have not heard many...

I use a vacuum sealer for some things but for birds I use ziploc bags and water.

I have gotten the same message on this site and at least one other. Just deleted it.