I have that exact spotting scope. I have the Promaster 525 Carbon fiber tripod with the Promaster 6160. Since I just received my spotting scope, I have not had a chance to hunt with it, but it is a...

Finally received my new Vortex Razor HD 65mm spotting scope. This is my first spotting scope to own and my first Vortex product to own. I have had it out a few times over the past several days and...

I personally have used Leupolds all of my life also. Currently using a VX3 4.5-14 X 50mm LR. Also, I had the custom shop install an
M1 adjustment dial for the elevation. This magnification range...

T.S. Allen,

Hart makes very good barrels. If you are going to use this rifle for hunting, a 30" barrel is going to be a pain in the azz to carry around. It will be significantly heavier and more...

sdcowboy, the barrel and the gunsmith you chose will make all the difference. Do you own research, there are a several very good barrel manufacturers. With that said, Krieger barrels are very hard...

My setup is as follows: M700 action, #6 contour custom barrel which is a heavy sporter contour. MK 4 LR 1 piece base (15 MOA),
MK 4 Medium ht rings, VX-3 4.5-14 X 50mm objective. The scope...

Rem ss M700 action with ss Krieger custom barrel, #6 contour. Sitting in an HS Precision stock. Rig is a bit on the heavy side, but it groups pretty tight.

The Vortex web site says this spotting scope will be available Spring 2013. Is it for sale now? Looks like a perfect size and magnification. I am looking at getting a new spotter and this may be...

Obenaufs Heavy Duty LP. Got some Meindl / Cabela's boots this past fall. Put the Heavy Duty LP on them and used them deer hunting hear in La to break them in. You can walk through anything (mud,...

I would like to know what type of paper maps everyone uses (satellite image, topo, hybrid) and at what scale.
Also, where do you get them from?

I am in the process of planning my first...

Thanks for the input. I have another question: I have seen a Vortex Pro GT Tripod Kit online and have been doing a little research on it. I appears to be pretty good quality for around $150...

I am looking for input and informed opinions on using a Bog Pod Tripod as a spotting scope tripod.
Is it stable enough? What is your opinion of the trigger head that Bog Pod has?
Do other heads...

Got a buddy that has the Oregon 450t and used the map software card in CO this past September Mule Deer hunting. He says he really likes it and it is spot on accurate and easy to use. The Montana...

Received mine (#656) a few days ago, finished today and entered a post in "Mule Deer" category. Outstanding book! Very easy reading and easy to understand, even for a soon to be first time WY mule...

This is a very informative book. I just recently received my signed copy (#656) and just completed reading it for the first time today. I am planning my first mule deer hunt to WY in Oct 2013 and...

Another vote for 7mm rem mag. Very flat shooting, wide range of bullet weights / styles, easy to find ammo, reasonable recoil for a magnum caliber. Most all gun makers produce 7 mm rem mag also.

Yep, This is definately a DIY / PIY adventure. Gonna have to find a way to have a spotter on this trip.

Whisky, probably 2 people in Cabelas tent. Possibly 4 total in group (2 tents). As long...

I was afraid you would say that about having a spotting scope. I am gonna try to 'work one into the inventory' if possible. I like the Leupold Gold Ring spotters and have heard real good things...

Amen Sawfish!

I have Swaro 10X42 SLC binos, I have a Leupold 4.5-14X50mm scope on top of a 7 mm mag, and I have a leica crf 1600 on the way. I do not have a spotting scope however. I will...

Guys,

This is great info. Greatly appreciated. We just don't have to deal with this type of stuff in the south. Any more is welcomed.

I am planning a Mule Deer hunt in Region R Wyoming for the 2013 season. Looking at hunting the last week of October. We have a Cabela's Guide Model 8 man tent and wanted to get experienced opinions...