Rats by night

[Guest]

Have fun with your new knowledge 

 

[Ranchibi]

Thanks again Ranchibi. I'm always amazed at all the things available for these things. And for 10 bucks how could I go wrong.

Thanks for the info John8. What I am curious about is where you found the K1 in .177??? I didn't even think they existed yet. And yes, I imagine the shot count is over the top.

You’re so welcome! MikeHunt and I are fellow ratters and enjoy helping others if at all possible. Doing it on the cheap is even better! I’m always researching for the best deals. LOL! Have fun!

 

[Guest]

I big shout out to @Ranchibi. He 'schooled' me on use of the doorbell cam and pointed me to the exact product on Amazon.

With his guidance I am getting previously unknown shot opportunities on rats that are actually scarce, skittish and I get video.

Super Kewl!!!

 

[Guest]

Peanut Butter + Chocolate Syrup a rodent favorite 

 

[TacticalAnt]

Yes I'd love an ATN but I spent a wad on other stuff so I am giving CC a break.

Here's what a $40 doorbell cam can do.



https://youtu.be/Vz2HboQ-tU8

Can we take this a step further and mount the night vision doorbell cam to view through the optic? There would have to be a secondary sighting device on the rifle to initially get on target, and i suppose a fairly powerful IR light source. Once your target is visible on the screen, zero in and take the shot while viewing from your screen. 

 

[Guest]

Yes I'd love an ATN but I spent a wad on other stuff so I am giving CC a break.

Here's what a $40 doorbell cam can do.

Can we take this a step further and mount the night vision doorbell cam to view through the optic? There would have to be a secondary sighting device on the rifle to initially get on target, and i suppose a fairly powerful IR light source. Once your target is visible on the screen, zero in and take the shot while viewing from your screen.

Sounds like you want to use the infrared feature of the doorbell camera? It's bout the same size as a THICK cell phone and could be affixed, never tried. Try it!!!

 

[Ranchibi]

I big shout out to @Ranchibi. He 'schooled' me on use of the doorbell cam and pointed me to the exact product on Amazon.

With his guidance I am getting previously unknown shot opportunities on rats that are actually scarce, skittish and I get video.

Super Kewl!!!

Very kind words sir! We all share info that has helped numerous people....what forums are for....sharing of KNOWLEDGE! Tight lines!

 

[Guest]

Tight Lines... YES

More is better and I'm just adding to an already huge pile of these lures

 

[Ranchibi]

Tight Lines... YES

More is better and I'm just adding to an already huge pile of these lures

Oh YEAH! Kastmasters plus some soft baits! Just picked up a POUND (tub) of Cals reel grease and some Daiwa jigs for yellowtail, tuna and Hoo as I went thru a whole tub…took me 7 years but that’s A LOT of reels I serviced! Cal blueprinted one of my 30 reels drags, he also will fabricate different gears ratios like a 1 to 1 when a tuna is circling, wenches it right up! Can NEVER have enough lures/jigs…NEVER! LOL!

 

[Guest]

Tight Lines... YES



More is better and I'm just adding to an already huge pile of these lures

Oh YEAH! Kastmasters plus some soft baits! Just picked up a POUND (tub) of Cals reel grease and some Daiwa jigs for yellowtail, tuna and Hoo as I went thru a whole tub…took me 7 years but that’s A LOT of reels I serviced! Cal blueprinted one of my 30 reels drags, he also will fabricate different gears ratios like a 1 to 1 when a tuna is circling, wenches it right up! Can NEVER have enough lures/jigs…NEVER! LOL!

I like the 1:1 ratio for close quarters because it screams... "Get In The Boat Now!!!!"

There's a lot of combinations using KastMaster (plus Rooster Tail and Little Cleo) and soft bait, LOTS, and easy to try many with a snap swivel on the end! I always take a couple dozen nightcrawlers in case they get picky.

Your guy has some chops to create the gearing and make all of that work. Your reels are a TOTALLY different animal than what I use. BTW I hate fly fishing but I fish flies under a bobber frequently and score too

I only have a couple decent spin reels... a Lews for Winter Steelhead because that sport consumes reels. 

Tight Lines Bro!!!

 

[jgg765]

I just had a neighbor ask me if I would consider coming over to his farm to shoot rats at night. I've never shot at night. This is a good size farm (for New England) and I could use some guidance. Guns at my disposal are a Huben K1 and RTI Prophet both in 22. Don't yet know the distance I'll be shooting at but he said its mostly around the hen houses. The Prophet is extremely accurate out to 85 yards (farthest I've shot it at) while the K1 is still struggling to find either the correct pellet and, or the proper tune after 40 yards. My questions are, any suggestions for a good scope for this adventure? The farther under 900.00 the better but quality comes first. Next, what will I be looking at in the night? Eyes only? Never even looked through a night scope. All my current scopes are sfp. Most expensive one was 800.00 Will this be a "look through the scope till something moves and shoot scenario? Are certain times better than others? Guess what I really need is person who has shot rats at night on a farm to get me started. Thanks for your time

John

Hey John I'm looking for people to hunt with so if you need help let me know or you if you know any places. I have a huben k1 what an amazing gun.