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!
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
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
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 👍
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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 👍🏼🏴.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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!
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👍
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 😊
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.
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.
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 .
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!
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.
"Beware the man the man the only has one rifle. He probably knows how to use it." Remington 700 in .243 = unbeatable combination.
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
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
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!
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.
That gun is worth more any expensive new gun. That gun is priceless. Keep it in the family.
Thank you for sharing the story of your dad and the Crowbar. ❤ Very cool.
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 👍
Good story, nice rifle, and a wonderful bunch of dogs that know they’re living it!
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.
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.
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.
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 is a beautiful rifle. What a great reminder of your dad that still echoes of the great times you had with him.
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.
Great caliber choice! And wonderful old rifle! Thanks for it!
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.
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?
Fantastic “crowbar”, wonderful for you to still be able to use your dad’s rifle
A Model 700 in 243 is a favorite of mine and your rifle is obviously a real keeper. 🤠
Great video! Thank you for sharing this!
Great to see the old Remington 700, owned and used one in 243 many years ago. Reliable and accurate, thanks for the memories.
Living your passion and passing on skills and information, fantastic and thank you 🙏 👍
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.
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.
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 👍🏼🏴.
G’day , good onya.
Thnx 4 Sharing bout ur Dad & Rifle!
I am a rem 700 bull barrel fan myself got acouple of them... enjoy the videos thanks thanks.
You were lucky to have had a dad like him.
Great story! Love the Remington 700
That’s when Big Green built decent rifles
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.
Mate, you’re story touched me, made me miss my dad. Thanks sorta. Kiwi.
Hard to beat Win 243 For all around- Cheers Mate!
Love your videos keep up the good work
Thanks for sharing your "Crowbar" get the word out 700 or nothing!
Great stories Clarke, looking forward to more. Will head over to Patreon 👍
Thanks for the story behind the rifle and your father another great video
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
Looking forward to hearing the stories about your Dad. Love the rifle, especially the bull barrel!
Very nice rifle, in a solid cartridge
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Clark!! All the very best!👏🏻👏🏻❤️
600 yards great shot. Still struggling to deal with your 'waterproof' boots Clark.
Thank you clark...look forward to your informative videos every week. Moira south coast NSW.
Got Dads old rifle,great memories mate ,taught well
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.
Always love your videos, Clark. Thanks for sharing the history of the Rem700 and your old man!
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
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,
Another great day ,enjoying the sunshine in Ireland
🇦🇺😎👍Hey mate , love the .243win 🏁… love the Classic Crowbar 🏁
Another great video. Will definitely be watching the story of your old man when it hits Patreon.
Do not touch a thing on that rifle. It’s unbelievable as it is. That patina is beautiful
Like your video , excellent, that’s all needs to be said.
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.
Love ya work Clarkie!
We had to take the old 410 to the long drop dunnie😂
Love your videos Clarke. God bless
Thanks Clarke
Great hearing your story of your rifle
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.
That crowbar has prized the life out of alot of vermin and kai/food.
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.
Great story Clark👍🏻
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.
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.
All those marks and scratches give it character. My Lee Enfield has bumps and scratchers from priveous owners who served with those rifles.
That old 243 would come up a treat with a refurb & new scope, hope you do it & show us.
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.
Osight sounds cool
I've spent a lot of time hunting around Manapouri, probably walked the same gullys as your Oldman.
Good times.
Leave it the way it is its cool that way
something special about a passed-down firearm I have my grandfather's rifle that will go to my son one day
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.
Good yarn clark iheard of your dad in the late sixties as a buff shooter
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.
Please don’t refinish that rifle. What a treasure as is. Just keep wearing the finish off of it. 😊
Legend❤
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 songs might suite Clancy Pye from Orange NSW. She is a good country singer .
Thanks
Go get'em
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👍
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 😊
Great content
Hey bro that is one beautiful rifle my papa had same type in his safe similar cannons lolz stop anything. Takecare mate
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.
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.
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 👍🏼
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 )
Very nice gun
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
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 .
Another good video mate, country looks good. Where did all the comments go to?
Nice shootin' iron you got there partner 👍
To bad these hikers in grizzly country or anyone in the wild that don't follow your advice are subject to harm!