Primitive Archer

Main Discussion Area => Muzzleloaders => Topic started by: Mike Yancey on March 21, 2021, 10:19:06 pm

Title: Primitive Archer build rifle strikes again
Post by: Mike Yancey on March 21, 2021, 10:19:06 pm

I just got back from Texas on an Axis deer and turkey hunt with the Early Virginia rifle that I did the build article about in the magazine a few years ago. Had several stalks on Axis deer but now what I was looking for. But I did have an amazing hunt on a great Rio Gobbler that worked like a turkey should. He answered my call from about as far away as I could hear him and came in like a pro. dropped him with a 40 yard shot through both wing butts and breaking him down for good on the shot. 23 Lbs with 1 1/2 spurs and 9'' beard. This rifle has taken two turkeys and two hogs!

(https://i.imgur.com/Kt086yY.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/7zFjqH1.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/WwL04iH.jpg)

Title: Re: Primitive Archer build rifle strikes again
Post by: PaulN/KS on March 22, 2021, 09:49:48 am

Good shooting Mike.  :OK
Glad to see you are well.

Title: Re: Primitive Archer build rifle strikes again
Post by: Piddler on March 22, 2021, 07:38:16 pm

Impressive Mr Mike.
Next time I'm across the river gonna have to stop by and see it in person. I'm due for some bow goodies anyway.
Piddler
 

Title: Re: Primitive Archer build rifle strikes again
Post by: Eric Krewson on March 23, 2021, 09:28:37 am

Nothing like making a kill with a gun you built, I have come close with my fowler but never closed the deal.

Got a few surgery recovery issues this season so the birds are safe.

Title: Re: Primitive Archer build rifle strikes again
Post by: Parnell on March 24, 2021, 01:56:46 pm

That’s great, congratulations!  Good pictures.

Title: Re: Primitive Archer build rifle strikes again
Post by: Will B on June 01, 2021, 10:17:09 pm

Congratulations on a nice gobbler!  Beautiful muzzleloader!

Title: Re: Primitive Archer build rifle strikes again
Post by: Hawkdancer on June 02, 2021, 01:34:32 am

Way to go! :G
Hawkdancer