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06-07-2008, 03:56 PM
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what u gonna use for buffalo?
just wondering what you guys are planning on using for the buffalo hunt if you are drawn?Caliber and bullet type?thought it would be fun to here some ideas.
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06-07-2008, 04:20 PM
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I may try with my bow if i get an opportunity. otherwise The 270WSM will do the trick just fine.
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06-07-2008, 04:36 PM
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.375 H&H / 300g TSX's should work fine.
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06-07-2008, 04:38 PM
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.375 H&H / 300g TSX's should work fine.
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How did you know exactly what I am shooting? 
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06-07-2008, 04:45 PM
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didn't enter but 50 cal muzzleloader should work---- went back and entered
figure my thompson center 50 cal with 150 grains powder and a nice big ole sabot should do the trick
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06-07-2008, 05:05 PM
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???? Must have missed someting in the regs ??......I never seen a draw code for them or a season for them........is someone starting a wave?
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06-07-2008, 05:07 PM
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Probuably have-ta use the Bowtech and a 125 gr slick trick. Will see if the tag comes though. The 7mm will go along for the ride though im sure. Been waiting for this one for alot of years, what a chance to put one in the book. Too bad its lotto style though. A little tore up about that. Gonna be mighty tough to get a crew together for that one if a guy lucks out. Man power could be vital. Ive worked up there in the past, and that is a nasty piece of country and a nasty time of year to be there by yourself. Whatever works i suppose. Bring on that tag!!
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06-07-2008, 05:17 PM
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375HH akley improved and will take the bow along 
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06-07-2008, 05:50 PM
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Not a big game animal, so the .223 should be fine. 
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06-07-2008, 06:42 PM
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.17 hmr with the xtp's should do the trick....its all about shot placement 
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06-07-2008, 07:33 PM
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35 Whelen with 225 TSX should do ther trick
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06-07-2008, 07:52 PM
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.17 hmr with the xtp's should do the trick....its all about shot placement |
Accuracy by Volume.....
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06-07-2008, 08:41 PM
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went back and put my name in for the buffalo hunt............. so if this works are we all getting together and going bison huntn
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06-07-2008, 09:18 PM
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went back and put my name in for the buffalo hunt............. so if this works are we all getting together and going bison huntn
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you could get BBJ to help you pack one out!
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06-07-2008, 09:41 PM
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yeah but who would pack out bbj hes as big as the dam buffalo
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06-07-2008, 09:44 PM
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went back and put my name in for the buffalo hunt............. so if this works are we all getting together and going bison huntn
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you could count me in for sure. Definetly a neat experience.
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06-07-2008, 10:02 PM
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Not impossible the .375 with those bullets would be my choice!
Though I've been dying to take out the .416 Rigby!!
The 9.3x62 would probably do too.
Frans (too many heavy guns, not enough critters to use them on)
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06-07-2008, 10:20 PM
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I'm thinking .338 win mag with a 250 gr nosler partition or barnes x.
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06-08-2008, 12:36 AM
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416 Rigby Would be my pick I've been looking for a good reason to buy one for a long time now.
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06-08-2008, 12:42 AM
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I may try with my bow if i get an opportunity.
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Do not try.....just do it..you know you can...and post pics..
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06-08-2008, 01:39 AM
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Cripes. You're talking a BUFFALO hunt. There's only one appropriate caliber - the one and only .45-70 Gov't 
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06-08-2008, 06:43 AM
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Probably .35 whelen. But I might take my T/C Encore 209X50 for back up.
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06-08-2008, 06:44 AM
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Originally Posted by Frans
Not impossible the .375 with those bullets would be my choice!
Though I've been dying to take out the .416 Rigby!!
The 9.3x62 would probably do too.
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HaHa ya i guess....
First group i shot out of my gun with these bullets was under 1 inch.
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06-08-2008, 06:55 AM
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I haven't looked into it here, but are they going to specify a min cal and balistics for firearms, like in B.C. ?
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06-08-2008, 08:53 AM
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Buffalo Hunt Jan. 1- Feb 28
Its in the Rainbow Lake and Zama areas of northern Alberta.
That time of year the daylight hours are very short, deep snow and cold !
I usually hunt alone but this might be too harsh conditions for a one guy hunt.
Assuming you shoot an animal it'll be a job to get it out.
I've got a 2 yr old 110 HP 3 cylinder POLARIS trail machine with huge pull-sled.
I think it'll be best for guys to commmuniacte and get organized with one another. Maybe spread out in the zone and communicate with cell phones. The buffalo are in herds so if a herd is located then there'll be lots of action for a few guys.
I know lots of the local truckers who'll help locating animal crossings.
I'd be happy with a yearling bull
No calibre restrictions are indicated in the regulations that I got in the mail on Friday. - I'm using a SAKO 300 Win Mag with NXS 3.5-15 x 50mm illuminated reticle for low light conditions. Bullet is either 210 Berger or 210 Wildcat
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06-08-2008, 09:28 AM
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I will cast another vote for the 45-70. And furthermore, I will break down and buy a Sharps or Rolling Block rifle specially for the occasion. About the only concession I will make to modern times will be the use of a smokeless propellant and possibly a new fangled modern bullet.
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Well the APA Black Mamba X1 will go with me for sure. But I was in Caroline Supplies and carressed a Sharps in 45-70 that just may have to go on my wish list.
As far as the hunt goes the lottery is the only way to go. I would have liked to see a requirement for group applications - no singles. This area and the time of year can be a deathwish. I put in with a group of 4 to minimized the danger of the hunt. Also remember that our native brothers will be alloted 200 tags and at least a month before us to fill them. Don't think there will be too many standing in the ditches by the time we get there.
Please DO NOT put in for this hunt if you are not absolutely committed to do the hunt. I know there are guys that will put in for it on a whim and then not use the opportunity. Just be careful not to take this chance from guys that WILL use it.
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#1 in 450/400 although my Rigby or Lott would also be considered.
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When i get the draw im pulling out the 416 rigby with 300gr tsxs.. One dead buff
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06-08-2008, 01:27 PM
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I dont know how to pull and post a quote, but i agree with your last comment/paragraph 100 % bearb8er. Sums up my thoughts exactly.
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