Post by Hombre on Sept 6, 2017 12:25:34 GMT -7
Most members here have more than 1 rifle or carbine in their accumulation of firearms. Of those we have, there usually are a few that have become a 'favorite' over the years.
We have a favorite for varmint or small game use. We have a favorite for deer size game hunting. We have a favorite for game larger than deer. We have a favorite for 'just because'...
AND we just may have a favorite for what I call "woods loafing". What do I mean by 'woods loafing'? Taking a hike or trek in the field, hills, swamp or woods.
So....what is your favorite 'woods loading' rifle or carbine? Why is it a favorite? Be sure to enclose a picture.
Myself, one of my favorite 'woods loafing' carbines is a CZ 452 ZKM Scout .22 LR. The Youth stock and 16" barrel keeps it short and handy, yet it comes to the shoulder
with adequate length of pull (for me anyway, I'm 5'7"), not being too short for comfort. The scope is a 1950's era German Hensoldt-Wetzlar 2 1/2x, with a preferred
German #1 pointed post reticle. For plinking and general small game use at distances out to 80-100 yards, the 2 1/2x is suitable. Installation of Winchester Super Grade
sling swivel bases (Midway has them, as made by Dakota Arms - I'd not use original Winchester Super Grade swivel bases!) allows side sling use carry for the carbine.
A side slung carbine carried in what some refer to as an 'African carry', has the carbine hanging from the left shoulder with the barrel pointed down/towards the ground.
Why may this be desirable? With conventional bottom of the butt stock and forearm sling swivels, when carrying your rifle/carbine over your shoulder with the barrel pointed
skywards: as you walk and move around/climb, they allow the rifle to flop back n' forth, which is awkward and mostly uncomfortable - my take. With the carbine side slung
as mentioned above: a very slight extension of your left elbow to the rear, positions the elbow against the carbine and holds it in place while you walk/move/climb, thus
the carbine isn't flopping around/side to side. Those who have carried an M1 Carbine will be aware of what I'm talking about.
For those who have noticed the dilapidated condition of the wheel barrow, it's on my 'Honey Do List' for repairs!!
We have a favorite for varmint or small game use. We have a favorite for deer size game hunting. We have a favorite for game larger than deer. We have a favorite for 'just because'...
AND we just may have a favorite for what I call "woods loafing". What do I mean by 'woods loafing'? Taking a hike or trek in the field, hills, swamp or woods.
So....what is your favorite 'woods loading' rifle or carbine? Why is it a favorite? Be sure to enclose a picture.
Myself, one of my favorite 'woods loafing' carbines is a CZ 452 ZKM Scout .22 LR. The Youth stock and 16" barrel keeps it short and handy, yet it comes to the shoulder
with adequate length of pull (for me anyway, I'm 5'7"), not being too short for comfort. The scope is a 1950's era German Hensoldt-Wetzlar 2 1/2x, with a preferred
German #1 pointed post reticle. For plinking and general small game use at distances out to 80-100 yards, the 2 1/2x is suitable. Installation of Winchester Super Grade
sling swivel bases (Midway has them, as made by Dakota Arms - I'd not use original Winchester Super Grade swivel bases!) allows side sling use carry for the carbine.
A side slung carbine carried in what some refer to as an 'African carry', has the carbine hanging from the left shoulder with the barrel pointed down/towards the ground.
Why may this be desirable? With conventional bottom of the butt stock and forearm sling swivels, when carrying your rifle/carbine over your shoulder with the barrel pointed
skywards: as you walk and move around/climb, they allow the rifle to flop back n' forth, which is awkward and mostly uncomfortable - my take. With the carbine side slung
as mentioned above: a very slight extension of your left elbow to the rear, positions the elbow against the carbine and holds it in place while you walk/move/climb, thus
the carbine isn't flopping around/side to side. Those who have carried an M1 Carbine will be aware of what I'm talking about.
For those who have noticed the dilapidated condition of the wheel barrow, it's on my 'Honey Do List' for repairs!!