DoubleD,

It's a deal...will probably head east again some time in late July or early August for another "tune up" for the upcoming hunting season..

Like you, I have beome very well acquainted with the 17HMR--think it is an awesome round for gophers and P-dogs up to 200 yards...we used it last time out--while it will not introduce the dogs to the flip factor--it kills them just the same..impressive for what it is...

You hunt birds up there as well?? I was up there a few years ago with my wirehairs...shot lots of pheasants...

Take care

Ripp