I had the pleasure of meeting Ludo Wurfbain, owner of Safari Press, this weekend. He was up of a bird hunt and I had the pleasure of dining, hunting, shooting, and speaking with Mr. Wurfbain. The grouse hunt was a little lack luster, but our double rifle shoot was quite literally a blast! I'm posting a couple pictures and 3 videos of us shooting Cal's 600NE.

Ludo, Cal, Blackie, and I preparing for our hunt:





Videos:

Cal


Me


Ludo with Cal waiting to "net" his 600NE!:


Ludo and Cal each took pictures. I'll post them or see if they'll post them when they can. Ludo has some excellent pictures including the target Cal and I shot off hand with his 600NE. Very impressive. I'll have to admit the first time I shot it a month or so ago......I was affraid. This time was different. I shot it with control, accuracy, and handled the recoil. It was fun!!!

Brett

PS. For the record......4 bores kick the most!!!

Just wait until mine gets here next week!

In the third video, what is the guy doing with the big net? The shooter looks like he is already leaning back a bit (before the shot) hence it really knocks him back. Other than that, recoil was not as bad as I expected.
Thanks, Peter.

I noticed that in the video of the gentleman in the blue shirt. the first shot has quite a fireball from the muzzle but none of the others does. Different load in that barrel?

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Originally posted by Mike Brooks:
Just wait until mine gets here next week!

I'll have Cal break out the net!

Brett

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Originally posted by Peter:
In the third video, what is the guy doing with the big net? The shooter looks like he is already leaning back a bit (before the shot) hence it really knocks him back. Other than that, recoil was not as bad as I expected.
Thanks, Peter.

The net was a joke. If Ludo got knocked over and the gun flew out of his hands Cal would "net it". The recoil is managable IF you have good form, but trust me it's signifigant!

Brett

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Originally posted by Huvius:
I noticed that in the video of the gentleman in the blue shirt. the first shot has quite a fireball from the muzzle but none of the others does. Different load in that barrel?

As far as I know all the loads were the same full power loads. I know what you're talking about, but I don't have an explanation. Maybe Cal knows.

Brett

PS. Are you color blind? My shirt is green.

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Originally posted by Mike Brooks:
Just wait until mine gets here next week!

Mike,
What is the new toy?

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Originally posted by Snowwolfe:

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Originally posted by Mike Brooks:
Just wait until mine gets here next week!

Mike,
What is the new toy?

An 11.5lbs falling block 600NE. Needless to say when the full power loads come out I'll be watching from a safe distance out to the side!

Brett

LOL, You're going to be the 'net boy' for that one Brett!

Hi Gents:
A reply to two questions:
Peter:
The net was a joke--that's all.
Huvius:
The question of the fireball is a good one. The ammunition was loaded on the same day with the same bullet and identical charge of IMR 4831--160 grains. Here is my take: I don't know the technology of new digital video cameras but if they have a shutter like the old movie cameras it may be the shutter was closed at the instant of the muzzle flash. I know my videos of an airplane prop shows the blades in a semi-still fashion when turning at full power. That is all I can think of for an explanation.
Cheers,
Cal

Here's Cal's and my .600NE target:



My fist right and left were the two in the middle. Cal shot the two on the left. Then I shot the two on the right. All shots were off hand. I'll post more pictures when I get them.

Brett

quote:

Originally posted by cal pappas:
Hi Gents:
A reply to two questions:
Peter:
The net was a joke--that's all.
Huvius:
The question of the fireball is a good one. The ammunition was loaded on the same day with the same bullet and identical charge of IMR 4831--160 grains. Here is my take: I don't know the technology of new digital video cameras but if they have a shutter like the old movie cameras it may be the shutter was closed at the instant of the muzzle flash. I know my videos of an airplane prop shows the blades in a semi-still fashion when turning at full power. That is all I can think of for an explanation.
Cheers,
Cal

Cal what video camera was used here, and is it the same camera used in the 600NE buffalo hunt you posted some time ago?

I tried to look at every frame. The "Net" video there is some serious whiplash lookong like a car accident. Rob is correct I think when he speaks from his experience that a propperly fit gun and technique makes a HUGE difference. If I ever get to shoot a 600 NE I want to get it on video.

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Originally posted by MacD37:
Cal what video camera was used here, and is it the same camera used in the 600NE buffalo hunt you posted some time ago?

No it was my crappy little Cannon Power Shot A700. I'm about due for a camera upgrade.

Brett

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If I ever get to shoot a 600 NE I want to get it on video.

Boomy, If you ever wander up this way we'll have a "get together" and you'll get your chance.

I don't own a DR but i had great fun with two friends in the US who post here. This was Nov 2008 & we shot about 7 or 8 different DRs & what fun I had!

This is me shooting a Jeffery 600NE.


http://s243.photobucket.com/al...STrip-Nov2008119.mp4

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Originally posted by Mike Brooks:

quote:

If I ever get to shoot a 600 NE I want to get it on video.

Boomy, If you ever wander up this way we'll have a "get together" and you'll get your chance.

Thanks for the invite
I love it up there in AK. Alaska is just so magical and gorgeous. Cant wait to get back for more fishing and hopefully hunting not to mention shoot your 600!!! Alaska is one of those places that changes you and fills you with awe.

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Originally posted by boom stick:
Alaska is one of those places that changes you and fills you with awe.

The other 364 days are filled with rain or snow!