I'm 42yrs old. Im Canadian. I have my Great grandfather's rifle, bought as ww2 surplus in 1957, an Enfield model 1917 chambered in 30.06. It has shot straight for over 100 yrs and 4 generations. My son will be hunting with it this year. I will do anything I can to make sure his son hunts with it. Thank God I'm a country boy!
I have to agree with not refinishing that beauty. I think you’ll regret not seeing the story of its life in the stock and metal wear. I think your kid will want to look at it and not have it blend in with any other rifle you can get off the rack, but know instantly that it’s the rifle his dad and grandfather used their whole lives
Refinish Dads rifle.. Oh hell no!!! The factory finish and what is left of it on Dads rifle is priceless indeed Clark, leave it as it is. Why? Because further down the road when you are long gone and your kid passes it down your great grandchild will be able to see and visualize the history they are holding and so will his children's children... I would wager that even then the old crowbar will still group them in impressively, it will still have the old man's DNA impermeated within it .
It will be a huge restoration problem without a good finish on it Those old weapons don't get used and after a few monthe in the closet, just a fingerprint will corrode
@williampankratz600 It is odd, being I have several rifles aged 100 years plus and have no such problem with storing or using them. You might want to rethink your gun care routine.
Hello from Scotland Clark, I enjoyed the story of the gun and it passing from father to son. My father passed a love of the countryside, shooting and hard working onto me and I'm forever grateful. Keeping trapping shooting straight my friend. All the best, Brian
Minnesota Rancher. I got a chuckle out of your first deer story. Reminded me of when I was about that same age. One morning before school, dad was out plinking with his .22 semi-auto High Standard pistol. He offered to let my older brother and me shoot it. Of course we were all too anxious to have a go at it. When I took my first shot, I was holding the pistol so close to my face, trying to get a steady bead, that when I fired the action gave me a bloody nose. Just the the school bus turned in the drive way. I handed the gun back to my dad a ran straight onto the bus. With nothing to stop the bleeding accept my sleeve and fingers, I was a bloody mess when I got to school. Of course I was so proud of myself that I told everyone that I got the bloody nose from shooting dads pistol. Was like a badge of honor.
Great stuff! Your father had many people shoot down range more than he, yet to properly acknowledge his story, not many fired at live game as many times as your father.
A . 243 bull barrel in Remmington handed down from your dad. What a treasure. I have my grandfather's Model 97 12 gauge with an 18 inch barrel that he was issued when he started his job with Idaho Power Co. I believe back in the 30's sometime, maybe the 40's. He used that shotgun, not just to carry in his work truck, but to hunt with and shooting competitions that they called turkey shoots because the winner brought home a turkey for supper. My treasure.
I like old Rifles , Loved the story BUT I have HUGE Respect for a man who's loved by his dogs .Tells you what type of person the handler is 👌👌👌 .THATS WHY I LIKED THIS VIDEO 👍
I'm sitting here a little emotional watching and listening to your tale of the crowbar and your old man, brought back a lot of memories. I am 72 years old and lost my dad at 20, but still have many memories of time in the bush around Goondiwindi. Thank you, and keep on keeping on.
My friend died suddenly and his wife offered me his rifles, they were both Remington 700s, one in .270win and the other in .22-250rem. Over 30 years later I still have them both and they still shoot great 👍🏼🏴.
I've got a Parker Hale Safari in 308Win that I picked up second hand in 1970. Still got it and it puts three rounds into a touching clover-leaf at 100 metres. Like you say, anytime you go bush - always take your rifle. My Parker Hale is my other arm. My son gets it some time soon I reckon.
Good story. I have the same rifle in 222. I did win some states and nationals with it, however it caused me to lose more due to jam ups and failing to extract. Everyone has to get a sako extractor put in them. Unfortunately the smaller calibre 700s have always had an issue with extraction and mag feed, something I've never understood why remington never changed. I changed to a tikka varmint and never had a jam again and won alot on competitions with it. I still use the Remington for foxes.
Nice one Clark; love the Remmy 700. I have inherited dad’s old shotgun , an AYA 12 gauge. He was a gamekeeper over here in England for 50 years and carried the shotgun for most of that time. It means the world to me 👍
I also have an AYA 12 gauge handed down from my grandfather and I love it. I’ve never heard or seen of another one before. Mine is single barrel, is yours the same?
The moment you reflected on your Dad at the end of the piece on your ‘crowbar’ was pretty cool. Thanks for sharing the stories of your Dad & your family heirloom.
Sounds like your dad and my dad came from the same school. What you related about gun safety was exactly what my dad followed, bolt Handel up until you were ready to shoot. For storage you clear the chamber and ease the hammer down as you close the bolt. No dry fire! The best safety is between your ears, think about what you’re doing.
Well Clark, I am jealous! That is a fine rifle your dad left you, my own father died when I was 3, and when you have 4 or 5 guns and 6 sons, not everyone gets one. That said, when I started buying rifles, I chose old rifles with history and character, and set them aside for my kids, who now hunt with me. This fall we are planning a Bison hunt in northern B.C., it should be a great adventure. Your "Trapping Tuesday" videos are the highlight of my week, keep it up, and God Bless.
The Remington 700 series are still great rifles. Looks like that barrel was stolen from a 338 win mag, but it will not wear out for generations to come. 9 dogs in 6 days is good going. Keep it up and see if you can get the grown ups.
Have a Remington 700 from the 1970s in 22-250 and another in 7mm Rem mag. The 22-250 is wicked on coyotes and varmints and the 7mm is ideal for deer,bears, moose etc 😊
What a great story about your dad. I had that same rifle in the mid 70’s until somebody broke into my house and took it. Best to you and Judy. Stay well. Thanks for the video.
Started 4 years ago using my 243win to meat hunt whitetail. Shooting high neck. Great story. Love hearing the old tails. The Crowbar & I are the same age or there about. 58.
Clark, if you ever stop long enough to read a book I think you might enjoy "The last Pack Horse Drover" he couldnt sing to the mob so made up poetry to calm them at night some of which is in the book. After I read the book I found out his brothers who farmed next to my Grandfather in the Pioneer valley had saved my dad from drowning as a toddler. My late father in law had also played cricket with him in the Longreach district. Anyway thanks for shareing your story👍
I had a 308 in that exact rifle and bought my son one in 243. They had stopped selling the heavy barrel and BDL stock combo by the time I bought my son his, so he got the laminate stock version. Love those heavy barrel REM. 700’s. They are shooters.
Great story about your pops. Very nice rifle too. I have one a bit older chambered in 222 remington magnum. You'd would feel right at home with it! Unfortunately the cartridge is now obsolete, so ammo a bit hard to come by. Enjoyed the content, and you got a new sub!
Your an aquires taste Clark but the more I see of you the more I enjoy what I see. Loved your detail of your rifle and hearing about you father.. Your a mans man for sure and a beaut Aussie character
Good stuff Clark , was just settling in to the podcast and it finished heck, this is my high light of the week and to have it finish up so quickly was a let down., once again thank you for your chats and videos.
Hi Clark your story on the old crowbar let me figgerout we are about a year apart in age it also reminded me of banjo's poem about McGuini's mcghie's the (bush christening )
My father had a Remington 30-06 semi-auto. The stock looked a lot like your .243 . I am considering a Remington model 700 stainless with synthetic stock in .243 for deer here in Washington state. My brother-in-law in Alaska has that 30-06 .
G'day Clark, I love my "new" .243 I have had it about 25 years now. However I have a Very special .242 given to me by my father. Yes .242 and it will go to my son at some point. I like listening to your trap talks eventhough I don't trap. cheers. Butch.
I'm 42yrs old. Im Canadian. I have my Great grandfather's rifle, bought as ww2 surplus in 1957, an Enfield model 1917 chambered in 30.06. It has shot straight for over 100 yrs and 4 generations. My son will be hunting with it this year. I will do anything I can to make sure his son hunts with it. Thank God I'm a country boy!
I have to agree with not refinishing that beauty. I think you’ll regret not seeing the story of its life in the stock and metal wear. I think your kid will want to look at it and not have it blend in with any other rifle you can get off the rack, but know instantly that it’s the rifle his dad and grandfather used their whole lives
"Beware the man the man the only has one rifle. He probably knows how to use it." Remington 700 in .243 = unbeatable combination.
Like your trusty 22, the 243 is woefully underrated. Too many people think you need a 300 Win Mag to tip anything over.
The 300 is really best suited for bull elk or larger. Use on anything smaller is extreme overkill.
Refinish Dads rifle.. Oh hell no!!! The factory finish and what is left of it on Dads rifle is priceless indeed Clark, leave it as it is. Why? Because further down the road when you are long gone and your kid passes it down your great grandchild will be able to see and visualize the history they are holding and so will his children's children... I would wager that even then the old crowbar will still group them in impressively, it will still have the old man's DNA impermeated within it .
It will be a huge restoration problem without a good finish on it
Those old weapons don't get used and after a few monthe in the closet, just a fingerprint will corrode
Same answer
It’s not your rifle.
Ten out of ten!!!
@williampankratz600 It is odd, being I have several rifles aged 100 years plus and have no such problem with storing or using them. You might want to rethink your gun care routine.
Hello from Scotland Clark,
I enjoyed the story of the gun and it passing from father to son.
My father passed a love of the countryside, shooting and hard working onto me and I'm forever grateful.
Keeping trapping shooting straight my friend.
All the best,
Brian
You are who you are
No airs or graces
It's what I love in your channel
Normality & honesty
Go on you 💪💪 ✅😎
Regards from Ireland 🇮🇪
I appreciate that!
Minnesota Rancher. I got a chuckle out of your first deer story. Reminded me of when I was about that same age. One morning before school, dad was out plinking with his .22 semi-auto High Standard pistol. He offered to let my older brother and me shoot it. Of course we were all too anxious to have a go at it. When I took my first shot, I was holding the pistol so close to my face, trying to get a steady bead, that when I fired the action gave me a bloody nose. Just the the school bus turned in the drive way. I handed the gun back to my dad a ran straight onto the bus. With nothing to stop the bleeding accept my sleeve and fingers, I was a bloody mess when I got to school. Of course I was so proud of myself that I told everyone that I got the bloody nose from shooting dads pistol. Was like a badge of honor.
That gun is worth more any expensive new gun. That gun is priceless. Keep it in the family.
A Model 700 in 243 is a favorite of mine and your rifle is obviously a real keeper. 🤠
Great stuff! Your father had many people shoot down range more than he, yet to properly acknowledge his story, not many fired at live game as many times as your father.
A . 243 bull barrel in Remmington handed down from your dad. What a treasure. I have my grandfather's Model 97 12 gauge with an 18 inch barrel that he was issued when he started his job with Idaho Power Co. I believe back in the 30's sometime, maybe the 40's. He used that shotgun, not just to carry in his work truck, but to hunt with and shooting competitions that they called turkey shoots because the winner brought home a turkey for supper. My treasure.
Thank you for sharing the story of your dad and the Crowbar. ❤ Very cool.
My old man left me his old axe. I've changed the handle five times and the head twice but it is still a good old axe.
That's a great bench rifle! I can't say it's made for carrying around in the bush, but that hasn't stopped you, and that's great.
I like old Rifles , Loved the story BUT I have HUGE Respect for a man who's loved by his dogs .Tells you what type of person the handler is 👌👌👌 .THATS WHY I LIKED THIS VIDEO 👍
I'm sitting here a little emotional watching and listening to your tale of the crowbar and your old man, brought back a lot of memories. I am 72 years old and lost my dad at 20, but still have many memories of time in the bush around Goondiwindi. Thank you, and keep on keeping on.
My friend died suddenly and his wife offered me his rifles, they were both Remington 700s, one in .270win and the other in .22-250rem. Over 30 years later I still have them both and they still shoot great 👍🏼🏴.
Do not touch a thing on that rifle. It’s unbelievable as it is. That patina is beautiful
Good story, nice rifle, and a wonderful bunch of dogs that know they’re living it!
I've got a Parker Hale Safari in 308Win that I picked up second hand in 1970. Still got it and it puts three rounds into a touching clover-leaf at 100 metres. Like you say, anytime you go bush - always take your rifle. My Parker Hale is my other arm. My son gets it some time soon I reckon.
That old 243 would come up a treat with a refurb & new scope, hope you do it & show us.
That’s when Big Green built decent rifles
Good story. I have the same rifle in 222. I did win some states and nationals with it, however it caused me to lose more due to jam ups and failing to extract. Everyone has to get a sako extractor put in them. Unfortunately the smaller calibre 700s have always had an issue with extraction and mag feed, something I've never understood why remington never changed. I changed to a tikka varmint and never had a jam again and won alot on competitions with it. I still use the Remington for foxes.
Nice one Clark; love the Remmy 700. I have inherited dad’s old shotgun , an AYA 12 gauge. He was a gamekeeper over here in England for 50 years and carried the shotgun for most of that time. It means the world to me 👍
I also have an AYA 12 gauge handed down from my grandfather and I love it. I’ve never heard or seen of another one before.
Mine is single barrel, is yours the same?
The moment you reflected on your Dad at the end of the piece on your ‘crowbar’ was pretty cool. Thanks for sharing the stories of your Dad & your family heirloom.
Hard to beat Win 243 For all around- Cheers Mate!
Sounds like your dad and my dad came from the same school. What you related about gun safety was exactly what my dad followed, bolt Handel up until you were ready to shoot. For storage you clear the chamber and ease the hammer down as you close the bolt. No dry fire! The best safety is between your ears, think about what you’re doing.
I am a rem 700 bull barrel fan myself got acouple of them... enjoy the videos thanks thanks.
Well Clark, I am jealous! That is a fine rifle your dad left you, my own father died when I was 3, and when you have 4 or 5 guns and 6 sons, not everyone gets one. That said, when I started buying rifles, I chose old rifles with history and character, and set them aside for my kids, who now hunt with me. This fall we are planning a Bison hunt in northern B.C., it should be a great adventure. Your "Trapping Tuesday" videos are the highlight of my week, keep it up, and God Bless.
That is a beautiful rifle. What a great reminder of your dad that still echoes of the great times you had with him.
Thanks for sharing your "Crowbar" get the word out 700 or nothing!
Awesome Ep and Rifle you have and I love the name you gave her, I have a 308 ruger I bought when i was 15,, 45 years ago it needs a new barrel now,
All those marks and scratches give it character. My Lee Enfield has bumps and scratchers from priveous owners who served with those rifles.
Your old man welded his cheek to that comb countless times. I hope each time you raise that rifle that he’s just a little closer to you.
The Remington 700 series are still great rifles. Looks like that barrel was stolen from a 338 win mag, but it will not wear out for generations to come. 9 dogs in 6 days is good going. Keep it up and see if you can get the grown ups.
Great caliber choice! And wonderful old rifle! Thanks for it!
Great to see the old Remington 700, owned and used one in 243 many years ago. Reliable and accurate, thanks for the memories.
Have a Remington 700 from the 1970s in 22-250 and another in 7mm Rem mag. The 22-250 is wicked on coyotes and varmints and the 7mm is ideal for deer,bears, moose etc 😊
So good to hear the history of the crowbar Clark. I wasn’t aware that the old timers held this calibre in high regard. So you learn.
What a great story about your dad. I had that same rifle in the mid 70’s until somebody broke into my house and took it. Best to you and Judy. Stay well. Thanks for the video.
Started 4 years ago using my 243win to meat hunt whitetail. Shooting high neck. Great story. Love hearing the old tails. The Crowbar & I are the same age or there about. 58.
Fantastic “crowbar”, wonderful for you to still be able to use your dad’s rifle
Clark, if you ever stop long enough to read a book I think you might enjoy "The last Pack Horse Drover" he couldnt sing to the mob so made up poetry to calm them at night some of which is in the book. After I read the book I found out his brothers who farmed next to my Grandfather in the Pioneer valley had saved my dad from drowning as a toddler. My late father in law had also played cricket with him in the Longreach district. Anyway thanks for shareing your story👍
I had a 308 in that exact rifle and bought my son one in 243. They had stopped selling the heavy barrel and BDL stock combo by the time I bought my son his, so he got the laminate stock version. Love those heavy barrel REM. 700’s. They are shooters.
I've spent a lot of time hunting around Manapouri, probably walked the same gullys as your Oldman.
Good times.
We had to take the old 410 to the long drop dunnie😂
Very nice rifle, in a solid cartridge
🇦🇺😎👍Hey mate , love the .243win 🏁… love the Classic Crowbar 🏁
600 yards great shot. Still struggling to deal with your 'waterproof' boots Clark.
Great story about your pops. Very nice rifle too. I have one a bit older chambered in 222 remington magnum. You'd would feel right at home with it! Unfortunately the cartridge is now obsolete, so ammo a bit hard to come by. Enjoyed the content, and you got a new sub!
Mate, you’re story touched me, made me miss my dad. Thanks sorta. Kiwi.
Living your passion and passing on skills and information, fantastic and thank you 🙏 👍
Thnx 4 Sharing bout ur Dad & Rifle!
G’day , good onya.
Your an aquires taste Clark but the more I see of you the more I enjoy what I see. Loved your detail of your rifle and hearing about you father.. Your a mans man for sure and a beaut Aussie character
Good yarn clark iheard of your dad in the late sixties as a buff shooter
Great video! Thank you for sharing this!
You were lucky to have had a dad like him.
Your songs might suite Clancy Pye from Orange NSW. She is a good country singer .
Great story! Love the Remington 700
Got Dads old rifle,great memories mate ,taught well
Love your videos keep up the good work
That crowbar has prized the life out of alot of vermin and kai/food.
Another great day ,enjoying the sunshine in Ireland
Missing Shunk what a clever Dog
I've never watch one of your videos before, but I enjoyed this. Thanks for the stories. Good editing too.
Great yarn about your Dad. can't wait to hear about his time in the NT , I live out past Humpty Doo and love history
Good stuff Clark , was just settling in to the podcast and it finished heck, this is my high light of the week and to have it finish up so quickly was a let down., once again thank you for your chats and videos.
Great stories Clarke, looking forward to more. Will head over to Patreon 👍
Another great video. Will definitely be watching the story of your old man when it hits Patreon.
Hi Clark your story on the old crowbar let me figgerout we are about a year apart in age it also reminded me of banjo's poem about McGuini's mcghie's the (bush christening )
Like your video , excellent, that’s all needs to be said.
something special about a passed-down firearm I have my grandfather's rifle that will go to my son one day
Looking forward to hearing the stories about your Dad. Love the rifle, especially the bull barrel!
Osight sounds cool
My father had a Remington 30-06 semi-auto. The stock looked a lot like your .243 . I am considering a Remington model 700 stainless with synthetic stock in .243 for deer here in Washington state. My brother-in-law in Alaska has that 30-06 .
Mate beautiful rifle, I have a model 70 deluxe 243 I’ve had since I was 15 not sure how old but looks the same, love it 👍🏼
Thanks for the story behind the rifle and your father another great video
Thank you clark...look forward to your informative videos every week. Moira south coast NSW.
Always love your videos, Clark. Thanks for sharing the history of the Rem700 and your old man!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Clark!! All the very best!👏🏻👏🏻❤️
Leave it the way it is its cool that way
G'day Clark, I love my "new" .243 I have had it about 25 years now. However I have a Very special .242 given to me by my father. Yes .242 and it will go to my son at some point. I like listening to your trap talks eventhough I don't trap. cheers. Butch.
Please don’t refinish that rifle. What a treasure as is. Just keep wearing the finish off of it. 😊
Another good video mate, country looks good. Where did all the comments go to?
Love your videos Clarke. God bless
For your songs , I heard of a guy Steve Lee . I haven't heard much for a couple years , He sings and plays guitar , and I heard he likes guns
Hey bro that is one beautiful rifle my papa had same type in his safe similar cannons lolz stop anything. Takecare mate
Great hearing your story of your rifle
Love ya work Clarkie!
Thanks Clarke
Great story Clark👍🏻
Can I please come with you for a few days. I live in Shellcove nsw Australia, but wanna learn this style of life
Your dad sounds a lot like mine. With a gun it was a tool and it was to be respected.
Thanks
I would pay $10,000 for a rifle with that much history
Great content, love watching. How long do you usually work on a property ? Great work.
Great content
Hi clark great episode im from tuatapere which is about a hour away from te anau manapouri