I got a very good friend of mine into shootin BP about 5 years ago. Last night at the range he showed me his new rifle, not a traditional gun or ammo. He shot 6 shots and never touched a 8" target dot at 50 yards. That is something he never had a problem with using the .45 cal Traditions side lock with patched ball he has. Then came the constant put downs of my T/C Renegade my shots at 50 yards were about 1" apart. Bad part is he went hunting with his new gun this morning. I stayed home but will hunt tomorrow on my own.
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In addition to shooting problems it sound like he has an attitude problem.
I would hunt alone also or find a new partner.
I would hunt alone also or find a new partner.
We don't call people like that friends where I come from. ****** or rival seem more fitting.
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steveks said:
Stretch that out to 30 or 40 shots a session. Might even put some money (or coffee) on your shooting, making it a contest and loser pays, just to keep it interesting for both of you. He'll either go broke, get too sore to shoot, or start bringing his sidelock again.
I'd say he got bit by the fad flickers and admen. He'll come back around if you keep at it and maintain your humor, no matter what he shoots. No sense losing a friend over it when there's humor for the long term if you keep your knickers from binding.
What Brown Bear said. Keep asking him, "How much did you pay for that gun? I forgot, what did that gun cost again?" Every time he shoots, shout out "2 dollars"! Every time you shoot, shout out, "20 cents"!
Oh, I could go on all day. :grin: Bill
Oh, I could go on all day. :grin: Bill
Personally, I think a good hunting partner needs to be willing to be a team member. He/she doesn't necessarily have to be a good hunter. Safety comes first plus someone that is as happy at your success as you ought to be with their success. You help each other drag out game and you have a set time to meet back at the vehicle, etc.
I know of one group where this particular guy was not a very good hunter but the other guys always had him along because he was a good camp cook.
I know of one group where this particular guy was not a very good hunter but the other guys always had him along because he was a good camp cook.
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What everyone else said is spot on..I would add that a GOOD friend would not be constantly putting me or my firearm of choice down. That would get VERY old VERY fast.( especially if your out shooting him)I would soon be looking for a new hunting partner.
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That's a priceless reminder SK. Thanks.
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Oh, if only this forum were like that. :wink:
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If he is a good friend, just keep him as a friend but not a hunting or shooting partner. He seems to have changed his ideas and is not afraid to be confrontational about them. If that is his opinion, just don't go there. It can be like arguing religion or politics with a friend. My best advice is DON'T DO IT, you will just lose a friend.
Your friend may be a great guy but I really hate to hear of someone who can't hit a 8" plate at 50 yards going hunting, with, or without you.
Here's hoping that when he got home he swallowed his pride and took his sidelock with him.
Here's hoping that when he got home he swallowed his pride and took his sidelock with him.
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steveks said:
Probably good for the immediate short term, but I'd continue to shoot lots with him- and no criticism of his choices. The choice of arms will likely sort itself out sooner or later.
I have to admit that I hunt with a couple of guys who still use modern arms. Their choice, and since scopes aren't allowed here, I don't really care. I'm pleased to report that both are starting to show interest in traditionals, like their predecessors in my circle of friends. Lead by example, I say.
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Might be he figured out he took/is taking a beating with his new rifle..Try this,, go to the range,,and if he still shoots bad then load your and offer him a shot with it..IF his shooting improves,just look at the target and say,We'll it isn't the shooter cause with my T/C you did just fine,must be something else.
Good friends are difficult to find and from time to time more difficult to be....
Never minded being made fun of,, especially if they do it while the are handing me the money. Then I buy a round and thank them all for putting in the pot.
Good friends are difficult to find and from time to time more difficult to be....
Never minded being made fun of,, especially if they do it while the are handing me the money. Then I buy a round and thank them all for putting in the pot.
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S. Kenton is spot on. If he puts you down, he ain't much of a friend.
I thought I had good friends until I showed them where I hunt.
I thought I had good friends until I showed them where I hunt.
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Well, I'm sorry but I would have to unfriend him. Too many folks out there that don't have a friend but would like to have one. Introduce yourself to someone who is at the range alone, maybe you can convert someone to the HOLY BLACK. I could'nt have one that made fun of what I was shooting. The capper would be him going hunting with an rifle he does'nt have a clue were the round is going. Thats beyond my comprehension, Can you say gut shot deer? :slap: :youcrazy: No thank you.
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Great advise, a truly good friend is going to help him through this problem. I have shot both,my in-line shoots as well as my .06,but my sidelock holds it's own.That's why I'm shooting the sidelock again. Be a friend..... Oh yea, a little good natured ribbing always helps.
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If the reason for dumping a " very good friend" is being ribbed by them ,,best stay well away from deer camp.The only area off limits is Family,unless their there and then their fair game,if all done in fun.
That is what/why we have friends,, for some good times to remember when were to old to go anymore.
Sometimes we take ourselves far to serious,,life is far to short to spend it and not have a good time.
Here's a thought: Life is short,forgive quickly,kiss slowly,love truly,laugh uncontrollably,and never regret anything that made you laugh.
most of all,never take yourself to seriously,nobody else does.
That is what/why we have friends,, for some good times to remember when were to old to go anymore.
Sometimes we take ourselves far to serious,,life is far to short to spend it and not have a good time.
Here's a thought: Life is short,forgive quickly,kiss slowly,love truly,laugh uncontrollably,and never regret anything that made you laugh.
most of all,never take yourself to seriously,nobody else does.
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