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  1. Badboymelvin

    What are your not-negotiables for a rifle?

    I absolutely agree (y) A good looking rifle (in my eyes at least) is a must. Although all my centrefires have synthetic stocks now - and that might not appeal to many, all look good in my eyes. Russ
  2. Badboymelvin

    What are your not-negotiables for a rifle?

    Hi. Like the title says, what are your not-negotiables when purchasing a new rifle? Now this is obviously going to be a very personal thing and we are all going to have very different ideas on this. My perfect rifle may be your worst nightmare! But it's still interesting to hear other people's...
  3. Badboymelvin

    AUSTRALIA: Harry Got His Deer!

    Thank you for the kind words Bob. I have a real soft spot for the .308 having taken my first ever deer with one.. You know, I thought l had the perfect deer rifle in my Weatherby Vanguard in .300 Winchester Magnum... It had the super fancy deluxe walnut stock, was accurate, powerful, flat...
  4. Fallow Deer Doe Hunt Australia

    Fallow Deer Doe Hunt Australia

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    Fallow Deer Doe Hunt Australia

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  6. Badboymelvin

    AUSTRALIA: Harry Got His Deer!

    "Is it much further Dad?" This was the question that my fidgety 10 year old asked me in the car. "No buddy, we're nearly there..." l replied... and we were. It had been a long 3hr car ride and we were nearly at our favourite deer hunting spot... and we were both excited. Harry my 10yr old son...
  7. Badboymelvin

    168gn TSX on deer/ medium game?

    Hi Bob, Yep, you're spot on. My .308 HATED them... sprayed them on the target. Settled on some Sako 150gn Gamehead. It shot these well and l've only heard good things about them. In fact they are the top seller for .308 at my LGS... I want to try some in 180gn now for Sambar, hopefully the...
  8. Badboymelvin

    168gn TSX on deer/ medium game?

    Hi, So I've recently downgraded from a .300WM to a .308 for my small to medium deer hunting. My reasoning for this was I still have my 425 Express for the bigger stuff - plus l wanted a smaller, lighter more compact rifle to suit the type of terrain l hunt in. And l have a bit of a soft spot...
  9. Badboymelvin

    Big Bores for small things

    I have shot quite a few deer now in Australia, from small Fallow up to nearly Elk sized Sambar - and the cartridge l have shot the most deer with has been the .458 Winchester Magnum. I have used a variety of loads, but all of them have been full-power loads, not loaded down. I have used old...
  10. Badboymelvin

    A Case of Use Enough Gun?

    Me too (y)
  11. Badboymelvin

    Hi. A few times l have thought of heading down to the Big Game Rifle event and taking my 425...

    Hi. A few times l have thought of heading down to the Big Game Rifle event and taking my 425 Express with me - and l've met a few of the fellas, such as Keith Brimley... but as reloading components have been scarce and expensive l haven't gone down yet to participate. I still might head down for...
  12. Badboymelvin

    Hey mate, How are you? Have really enjoyed reading your thread on the 416WSM... really good...

    Hey mate, How are you? Have really enjoyed reading your thread on the 416WSM... really good stuff! Hey, I noticed that you were at the SSAA Eagle Park range... where about in Australia are you? Just asking because l'm based in Geelong and l frequent Eagle Park a bit too. Next time your down, let...
  13. Badboymelvin

    What should I do with this rifle?

    I think they're great rifles (y) If it were me I'd go the 9.3x62 route... such a cool, capable cartridge. Russ
  14. Badboymelvin

    Showcase your Dangerous Game hunting cartridges

    l have owned a few rifle/ cartridge combos that would be suitable for Dangerous Game... 1 .375H&H, 1 .375Wby, 5 .458WM's, 1 425 Express (.300 Win Mag necked up to .423") I only have the 425 Express left now and l'll never sell it. Such a versatile cartridge, 400gn Hornady DGX at a mild 2300fps...
  15. Badboymelvin

    A Case of Use Enough Gun?

    Bob, l handload for it so l have chronographed it. I'm using the 87gn V-Max and I'm averaging just a fraction under 2900fps which l think is pretty good considering it's being fired out of a 18" barrel. I've never had any factory ammo live up to it's box claimed velocity... Russ
  16. Badboymelvin

    A Case of Use Enough Gun?

    I'm a massive fan of the .243... and if I'm hunting where there is no Sambar (the .243 is not legal for Sambar in Victoria), my short 18" barrelled Mauser 98 in .243 that weighs 6.5lb is the rifle that 99% of the time accompanies me. It's obviously a slow day here, and I've just finished...
  17. Badboymelvin

    Zastava rifles in 458 wm

    I love Zastava's! I've owned 3 so far, 2 being .458WM and one being a .375 that was later made into a .375Wby... I loved all of them and all fed well from the box, were all really accurate and affordable. I do agree about the wood stocks splitting though and I fitted Hogue stocks to my .458's...
  18. Badboymelvin

    .425 Express?

    It’s just something that’s different mate. After shooting/ hunting for 30 years sometimes you just want to go a different route… The 425 Express is different but effective and both those thing appealed to me… plus a mate built it. It’s just something a little bit different… I also really like...
  19. Badboymelvin

    .425 Express?

    Yes mate, l can send you one (y) Russ
  20. Badboymelvin

    The “458 Winchester Magnum, all the cartridge you’ll ever need” thread

    Yes
  21. Badboymelvin

    The “458 Winchester Magnum, all the cartridge you’ll ever need” thread

    I've owned 5 .458's (so far) and I just don't get all the hate that surrounds it... My first CZ in .458 I was going to Lott it, then actually loaded for it and saw how easy it was to get 2150fps with a 500gn projectile, so left it. I think if forced to name a favourite cartridge, the .458WM...
  22. Badboymelvin

    416 Rigby vs 458 WinMag a civil discussion

    Haven't used them in the African heat - but have the Australian summer heat. The 480gn Woodleigh's were hardly compressed - if at all, and they reached spot on 2150fps in my Zastava, but the other loads were compressed. I have no problem with compressed loads but l know some people do... I...
  23. Badboymelvin

    416 Rigby vs 458 WinMag a civil discussion

    Hi CZDiesel, I have no experience with the 416 Rigby but have had a bit with the .458 Win Mag, having owned 5 and reloaded for all of them... From what l have read, and from what l have been lead to believe, the problem with the .458 not penetrating sufficiently is when the expected velocity...
  24. Badboymelvin

    Knockabout/ utility rifles

    Hey, Do you have a knockabout/ utility rifle? By that I mean a perfectly functioning - dare l say it boring rifle, but one you don't mind getting a scratch on, or don't mind getting wet... but one you find really, really useful? Now, for some people all their rifles are knockabout rifles - but...
  25. Badboymelvin

    Refining your dangerous game cartridge selection over the years

    The first Dangerous Game rifle l ever bought was a CZ550 with the hogsback stock in .458WM. I really liked the cartridge but after hearing of all the problems with it, got a quote from a gunsmith to ream it to 458 Lott. After actually reloading for it and finding that 2150fps from a 500gn...
  26. Badboymelvin

    You meet the nicest people on AH!

    I absolutely agree, I have had the opportunity to have met with and hunted with Bob Nelson 35Whelen and CBH Australia and had a great time with both guys. Both these gentleman have done a lot for me since meeting them and I look forward to catching up - and hunting with them both again. I...
  27. Badboymelvin

    7x64 cartridge/rifle clue me up

    That is awesome mate (y)
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    7x64 cartridge/rifle clue me up

    Of course you know about these projectiles! l remember now! On our last hunting trip I remember you telling me you'd just been to Cameron's and checked out his set-up... I've always liked the 7x64 - l've always thought it was a 'cool' cartridge. Just like the 280AI is a cool cartridge. And...
  29. Badboymelvin

    7x64 cartridge/rifle clue me up

    Hey mate, Have you considered using the Aussie made Atomic 29 projectiles in your wife's rifle? I just checked their website and they make a 135gn projectile. I'm not sure what speed you'd get from a bullet that weight... over 3000fps? I can completely vouch for these projectiles as these are...
  30. Badboymelvin

    Comment by 'Badboymelvin' in media '458 Win Build Hunting Rifle'

    Awesome
  31. Badboymelvin

    Love or Hate for the 458 Winchester

    Love it. I've owned 5 and handloaded for all of them and have never had a drama with any of them. Absolutely love it. Russ
  32. Badboymelvin

    What scope do you trust? Most rugged, dependable rifle scope?

    I’m a Leupold fanboy so I’d always say Leupold (y)
  33. Badboymelvin

    What did you reload today?

    Hey crew, Was bored today so l thought I'd load up some more 425 Express ammo... When l bought my rifle l also purchased 100 un-formed cases - but with the correct headstamp. I had already loaded up 50, so l thought l might as well load up some more! Here's the un-formed case... With the...
  34. Badboymelvin

    .425 Express?

    If anyone does have any questions regarding the 425 Express, just message me and I’ll help as much as l can… I have a bit of load data on hand that worked well in my rifle (so that’s a start) and l can help with correctly headstamped brass. It’s a great cartridge and if someone want to go down...
  35. Badboymelvin

    .425 Express?

    SMH…
  36. Badboymelvin

    .425 Express?

    Thanks Bob (y) You ARE someone who can comment on my rifle mate - as you have actually laid hands on it, shouldered it and fired it. I think recoil is stout as it's putting out around 60ft/lbs - but its not a problem in the field, just as none of my .458's, .375's, .338's, .375 Weatherby...
  37. Badboymelvin

    .425 Express?

    Hey, You can build your rifle however you want - and l will do the same. If you want short thick barrels, go right ahead... l did not. l DID NOT choose the wrong stock or barrel for MY rifle. In my eyes, my rifle is perfect for the hunting l do and the conditions l hunt in - and l certainly will...
  38. Badboymelvin

    .425 Express?

    As others have mentioned, l have a 425 Express that was built by Farmboy at NT Firearms Gove. It is built on a Zastava action and as one would expect from a custom rifle, it feeds, cycles, ejects and performs flawlessly. I currently use 2 loads in my 425 Express, the 400gn Hornady DGX at a...
  39. Badboymelvin

    .425 Express?

    Hello mate! :)
  40. Badboymelvin

    My .300 Win Mag finally arrived!

    PLENTY!!!!
  41. Badboymelvin

    Any Other Interests???

    Apart from hunting/ shooting my other hobby is weight training. Well... it's probably more than a hobby - it's more a lifestyle. I was a gym instructor/ personal trainer for many years and along with that earned my Strength & Conditioning coach's certificate as well as being a registered...
  42. Badboymelvin

    My .300 Win Mag finally arrived!

    skydiver386, There's a funny story about the scope on it... One Saturday night I was just looking on Ebay - which l often do, seeing what bargains were available and l came across a scope that had sold heaps - and had good reviews. I had a look at what they wrote and they did indeed seem ok...
  43. Badboymelvin

    My .300 Win Mag finally arrived!

    No squirrels in Australia mate - but l do have a .22! Just loves CCI Mini-mags and it's the most fun rifle l've ever owned... Russ
  44. Badboymelvin

    My .300 Win Mag finally arrived!

    The 425 Express is the .300 Winchester Magnum necked up to .423" - same as the 404 Jeffery. I load mine pretty easy and l'm getting 2300fps with the Hornady 400rg DGX, and, 2500fps with the all-copper 360gr Atomic29 projectile... Awesome cartridge. Here's my custom Zastava 425 Express built...
  45. Badboymelvin

    My .300 Win Mag finally arrived!

    Ontario Hunter, Actually you've got me thinking now... I WOULD buy another .300Wby! IF money was no object, I would get a custom built, synthetic stocked .300Wby - either in Weatherby or Winchester platform, with a 26" barrel and a 4-16 Leupold scope... and l would live very happily ever after...
  46. Badboymelvin

    My .300 Win Mag finally arrived!

    Zinz, Now you're really going to be stirred up! I couldn't end up getting any 150gr Copper Impact, so l ended up sighting in my rifle with the PPU 150gr for my deer hunting. I originally sighted in with the PPU 168gr projectile - and it shot awesome, but then l found out the projectile PPU use...
  47. Badboymelvin

    My .300 Win Mag finally arrived!

    Ontario Hunter, l LOVE the .300 Wby! :ROFLMAO: l had a .300Wby in a Weatherby Vanguard, and l used it successfully on Fallow and Sambar deer. On deer it was a bang-flop machine! :oops: I loaded the 180gr Woodleigh PP in it and found a really accurate load at 3100fps... which really could...
  48. Badboymelvin

    My .300 Win Mag finally arrived!

    Thank you (y)
  49. Badboymelvin

    My .300 Win Mag finally arrived!

    Now that my wife has assured me that l'm done buying guns... I guess these are the 3 cartridges that l'm left with to go forth and hunt the world... 425 Express - .300 Win Mag - .243 Win
  50. Badboymelvin

    My .300 Win Mag finally arrived!

    Hey crew, Well after weeks of negotiating, selling stuff, and waiting on post and permits, it's finally in my safe! My latest (and almost certainly last) .300 Winchester Magnum. :love: It's a Weatherby Vanguard and up top it's fitted with a 4-16x44. It has a nice bit of timber on it too...
 
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