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  1. Arcticmanak

    Needing Marbles Knife Info

    I found a Marbles Knife for sale, very similar to this one pictured. I think the model may be Woods & Water. If anyone is familiar with this model I'd sure appreciate some info. I like the design, and seems very close to a Randall Alaskan skinner in some respects. Are the Marbles knives known...
  2. Arcticmanak

    Camp Axe Recommendations?

    Needing a camp axe for limbing trees, splitting wood for the stove, general camp duties and warding off the occasional marauding griz. I definitely prefer a wood handle. Any particular makes or models you recommend? And what size/length do you prefer for those applications?
  3. Arcticmanak

    WTB Looking For a Wyoming Saw II

    I'm after a Wyoming Saw II (the longer 18" model). Thanks.
  4. Arcticmanak

    Interior Alaska Bull Moose Success

    Preseason scouting allowed us to locate what we thought would be a dynamite area for this fall's moose hunt. There was dynamite, but the fuse was much longer than we anticipated! I would be hunting with my adult sons and looking forward to spending time together on this hunt. We hunted a river...
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    Alaska Plane Crash Claims Pilot and Hunter

    Sad story here but a hunter and pilot lost their lives this week the day before sheep opener. Condolences to the families and friends of those involved, and thank you to the crews that attempted a recovery. https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2023/08/12/2-men-dead-denali-park-plane-crash/
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    Looking for ideas for a DIY smokehouse

    I am wanting to build a smokehouse for hot/cold smoking of game meat and fish. I have an older small wood stove I could use, and I'm thinking of building a box or cabinet and running the stovepipe up into the bottom of it. What is the best material to use for the smoker box for both longevity...
  7. Arcticmanak

    Anybody tried a Coleman minibike?

    I see those minibikes at Sportsman's and wonder how durable they are and how long they would last. Might be a fun ride for a younger kid to get out on some trails. Has anybody tried one?
  8. Arcticmanak

    Boot Fix Glue

    I had a 10+ year old pair of Meindl boots start to separate at the sole last year and called up Meindl for recommendations on how to fix them. They said they use Boot Fix Glue. It is akin to super glue, but stays flexible after drying. I got some from Amazon and it seems to work pretty well. The...
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    Used older Alpha vs New Sub Alpha Glass?

    I'm wondering how older preHD alpha glass might compare to the new $1k offerings by Zeiss, Maven, Kowa, etc. Would less expensive binos built with new technology surpass the best optics of old? I didn't see where this specific question has been asked before and have wondered about this myself.
  10. Arcticmanak

    Called In A Drone

    Last day of archery moose season and I was out hunting near town. I heard the usual atv traffic and such a half mile or more away, then heard the distinct sound of a drone in flight a ways off. Now, granted, it could have been a recreational user, but the last day of season......in this...
  11. Arcticmanak

    Which for the 10x Itch?

    I've been happily using Zeiss Conquest HD 8x32's for the last 8+ years and absolutely love them. I'm getting the itch for a little more magnification and considering adding a 10x unit. I want to stay at the same optical quality as the Zeiss, so seems like a no brainer to get the same bins in...
  12. Arcticmanak

    WTS Leupold M8 4X

    I have a very nice Leupold fixed 4x scope for sale. Only very light scratches from mounting. Gloss black, glass is in excellent condition,1 inch tube, duplex crosshairs, friction dials. I sent it in to Leupold a couple years ago and they cleaned and checked it and it performs flawlessly. Nice...
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    WTS Leupold M8 4X Scope

    Leupold fixed 4x scope in excellent condition. Gloss black (no purple tint), glass is in excellent shape, a couple light scratches from mounting. Friction adjustment dials, 1" tube, duplex crosshairs. Objective measures about 34.5mm on the outside, so I assume the glass is 32mm. $200 tyd, OBO.
  14. Arcticmanak

    WTB Leupold Range Finder with trophy scale

    I'm looking for a Leupold range finder with the trophy scale feature to measure antler width.
  15. Arcticmanak

    Interior Alaska Military Land Fall Schedule Is Now Available Online

    In case your fall hunt this year requires access through or on military land in the Interior, this is good info to know. Click on the appropriate area to see what areas will be open/closed and dates. Good hunting! https://usartrak.isportsman.net/Hunting.aspx
  16. Arcticmanak

    WTS Remington 700 BDL Varmint Synthetic 308

    For sale only. In excellent condition with HS Precision stock, 26 inch heavy barrel, matte finish, jeweled bolt, no modifications. Metal is in very good condition, no rust, a couple minor rubs near the muzzle. Stock is in excellent condition. One little chip from paint on floor plate hinge...
  17. Arcticmanak

    Alaska Wolf Brain Drain

    I have lived most of my life in Alaska and spent many days in the woods but had never seen a wolf till last fall. I spotted this one while sheep hunting and shot him facing me at 75 yds, right between the eyes with a 270win. One of those was all he could handle. Best part.... No exit.
  18. Arcticmanak

    Alaska Lynx x 2

    Here are a couple lynx taken by me and my partner. Both with 22wmr, called in at night with a FoxPro and mojo decoy. About 30 yd shots on each.
  19. Arcticmanak

    Alaska Coyote

    Called this 46 LB male in with the FoxPro. I spotted him about 50 yards out in the brush. He disappeared and circled around to my right and came after the mojo decoy. Shot him at 30 yards with the Marlin 22mag.
  20. Arcticmanak

    Modify a 700VS or Replace?

    I have a Remington 700VS old school cool with the HS Precision stock, 26 inch heavy barrel in 308 Winchester. Scoped it is 10.6 lbs and is a tack driver. I'm wanting a more practical hunting rifle in 308. I can have some length taken off the barrel (4-6 inches) to lose weight and make it...

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