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Posted: 8/23/2001 10:56:46 AM EDT
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How did this turn into a cat killing argument (again!)? I hate them, but would not use antifreeze, only due to its non-selective nature. Even small children go for the sweet flavor and pretty color. Not a nice thought. One way, which is slightly more selective as far as preventing humans, is a 220 Conibear trap in a 5 gallon bucket. Quiet, very effective. Legality varies, so check. Any trapper can show you how to make this "bucket cubby" set. BTW, State Fish and Game Departments in the East consider feral housecats to be THE #1 killer of small game and songbirds. They kill more than hunters, coyotes, foxes, hawks, owls, and all other "normal" predators. There is damned good reason to kill them. If they are someone's pet, fine, but if they are off the porch, they are wild and a fair target, IMO. If you don't like that, don't kill them, but LEAVE ME THE HELL ALONE. As far as saying I shouldn't own firearms due to that attitude, I would ask that you say it to my face . . .
To answer the original ? I like reactive targets too, especially if a newbie is along. Any kind of water jug is great, as are such things mentioned above like clay pigeons, cookies, alka-seltzer, etc. Human silhouette targets can readily be made from suitably-sized cardboard and are fun. |
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Posted: 8/23/2001 10:59:25 AM EDT
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Has anyone put together a target "gong" out of some scrap steel?
Any suggestions on what thickness to use and where to get the steel? |
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Posted: 8/23/2001 11:02:40 AM EDT
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You are starting a spitting match and I did not ask for one, so don't lecture me on maturity.
I was NOT being judgemental. I was responding to your regurgitating a totally unrelated post. I agree that pets have intrinsic value. That's why I have never killed a pet. Because I am not demented I assumed that the cats being discussed were not pets, but were stray. I have stray cats around now and then, and they usually move on. Once in a while, however, one decides to make my porch his house, and I have to chase him away. I don't want riff-raff around, be it dog, cat, mouse or badger, and neither do you. I apologize for calling you a fool, and insinuating that you are a tree hugger, but for crying out loud, don't accuse me of being inconsistent when it comes to animal rights. I am merely pointing out that stray cats are not the same as little Mary's kitten with a blue ribbon. No flames man, I just think that the country is a little different from the 'burbs when it comes to shooting animals. |
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Posted: 8/23/2001 11:08:46 AM EDT
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Quoted: Has anyone put together a target "gong" out of some scrap steel? Any suggestions on what thickness to use and where to get the steel? I went to a local fabricator of tanks and such and found them (the owners)to be shooters! They went way out of their way to dig for scrap that would be suitable. Boiler plate "slugs" which have been cut with a plasma cutter are great. They come in various sizes, and can usually be bought for scrap price. Be prepared for it to cost a little as scrap price may only be .30/lb. but they are heavy. The Indy 1500 gunshow (this weekend) has a guy there who makes them and sells nice gongs on a stand for about $25.00. |
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Posted: 8/23/2001 11:12:55 AM EDT
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I love using old bits of computer hardware. There is nothing like retreiving an onld hard drive with a smoking hole through it.
I got to unload on a broken fax machine the other day. That was cool. Cheap targets that explode: water filled soda cans (frozen). water filled anything. 2x4s cut to a 4 inch length (reusable). full cans of red creme soda. tomato soup cans (more expensive). other: old t-shirts. (stain them red when done). Scrap metal. If you have access to a pond, float empty soda cans on a bobber and be the Guns of the Navarone. |
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Posted: 8/23/2001 11:13:50 AM EDT
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[size=6][b]WOO-HOO[/b][/size=6]
You guys just gave me a great idea! I have about 150-200 36 pound cases of 60's bomb shelter survival bisuits. They are packed 18 pounds in a sealed tin and are just like MRE crakers, but tatse much, much worse. These things will be great targets!!!!! Easy to see, instant feedback, biodegradable so you don't have to clean them up. I have been looking for a use for these things forever!!!!!! |
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Posted: 8/23/2001 11:19:12 AM EDT
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try plastic bottles filled with flour!
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Posted: 8/23/2001 11:28:02 AM EDT
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I was thinking about plastic bottles filled with Nitro. Ha Ha.
The best reactive target I have ever shot is gas filled soda cans. Kids; don't try this unless you are willing to fight out your fires!!! Fill a 12 oz can with gas. Light the top with a match. It will burn there for a long time like a candle. Don't worry, it won't explode. Shoot it. Makes a 7 ft high fireball, the remaining fire won't be much bigger than a campfire and it will burn down fast. Stamp out. Make sure that there is no dry grass or sticks around. Try to find a fire pit or sandy area to do this. It is very cool. Keep some water and a shovel handy just in case. I take no responsibility for your forest fires! Only mine! |
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Posted: 8/23/2001 1:27:51 PM EDT
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Must... rescusitate thread... need more... target... ideas...[xx(]
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