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- Wed Apr 02, 2014 6:47 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Bad News
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1748
- Sun Apr 21, 2013 8:06 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Gourd Entrances
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1654
Dave, I hope you have a cheap air rifle and not a high quality one that you paid dearly for. If it is a spring gun, one of the worst things you can do with it is to shoot it without a pellet in it. The spring is expecting to have some resistance caused by the pellet. Of course, if it is not a spring...
- Fri Apr 19, 2013 9:22 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: what's a good gun to shoot sparows with not to powerful!
- Replies: 35
- Views: 13132
DakotaLady, that is the Chinese model. Good luck with it. Some have had success with it, but most have not because the rifling is not cut to quality standards, as well as lesser quality in other areas. Sharon, my R-7 prefers JSB Exacts 8.4 gr and my R-9 prefers Beeman Kodiak Match Heavy. Both are do...
- Thu Apr 18, 2013 7:25 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: what's a good gun to shoot sparows with not to powerful!
- Replies: 35
- Views: 13132
DakotaLady, which Beeman did he buy you? Unfortuantely, Beeman allowed their name to be used on some Chinese made guns and they are not a crap. If it is one the cheaper Chinese guns it isn't worth a crap and you get what you pay for. The minimum Beeman gun should be a R-7. Either the R-7 or R-9 are ...
- Sat Apr 28, 2012 8:47 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: A suggestion for gourds and poles
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2830
That looks like a good setup to get. It is strong, can easily be raised and lowered. Supergourds, which is what is pictured, are good way to go, but be sure to get SREH equipped gourds to help keep starlings out. No one type of gourd will attract martins over another type, so don't get into that kin...
- Sat Apr 28, 2012 8:44 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Two Nesting Questions
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2692
Personally, I think nest replacements are more important for Northern landlords who have to deal with blowflys. Fortunately, we do not have to deal with them in the South, so I don't think nest replacements are necessary unless you come across wet nests. 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of Sevin dust, sprinkled ...
- Sun Apr 08, 2012 8:35 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Never give up hope! (pictures)
- Replies: 15
- Views: 4064
- Fri Mar 23, 2012 1:06 pm
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Airgun- What should I buy? please advise
- Replies: 34
- Views: 21268
Despite what some of you have said, not all spring guns are hold sensitive. The Beeman R-7 is not the least bit hold sensitive, and neither is the R-9. Many people get hung up on speed which is why Gamo advertises such high speeds. Not only is there no need for that kind of speed, but the more speed...
- Sun Mar 18, 2012 9:36 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: pellet recommendation for Beeman R7 Elite - .177?
- Replies: 17
- Views: 12072
Yes, if you have a good scope, good steady hand, and you learn what your gun wants to be fed as far as pellets go. Also, you must practice, practice, and then practice some more so you have the confidence that you can make the shot. My target pictured above was shot at 23 yards or 69 feet. This gun ...
- Sun Mar 18, 2012 8:16 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: pellet recommendation for Beeman R7 Elite - .177?
- Replies: 17
- Views: 12072
I have yet to see a R-7 .177 that does not like to shoot JSB Exacts 8.7 gr accurately and consistently. Crossman pellets are also accurate, but they fit very tight into the bore of a Beeman barrel (the German made one, not the Chinese or Spanish made Beeman's). The R-7 is German made and made to tig...
- Mon Mar 05, 2012 9:06 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Starling question
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2474
- Mon Feb 27, 2012 7:16 pm
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: shooting near martins
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4036
- Sat Feb 25, 2012 12:53 pm
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: New Site in NC had earlly morning guests
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2963
Debbie, the birds in eastern and middle North Carolina seem to prefer gourds, natural first, then plastic. They will nest in houses, but usually only after all the gourds are filled. As soon as it it practical for you, you need to trash the house and get a gourd rack up. This is a classic example of...
- Mon Feb 06, 2012 12:17 pm
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Good to offer a variety of entrance holes?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3244
If you already have an active colony, I wouldn't add any round holes for any reason. I have killing and trapping starlings for over 20 years. Like your place, they know my place is a no fly zone, yet come nesting season, their hormones overrule their brains and they come anyway. I am still average s...
- Sun Jan 15, 2012 8:22 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: First PM showed up during the Saints Game
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2428
- Thu Jul 21, 2011 8:27 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Three High Quality Plastic Gourds
- Replies: 31
- Views: 19126
Steve, your assessment is right on. One thing you didn't mention is that the gourds you discussed are made in the USA, thus creating American jobs. Gourds that were discussed by others are not, thus creating Chinese jobs. And, people want to know there are no American jobs. Well, when you prefer to ...
- Sun Jun 19, 2011 7:33 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: House Wrens[edit: should be House Finch] and House Sparrows
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5398
Are you sure that they are house wrens? House wrens should not be in your area this time of year. Carolina Wrens, Marsh Wrens, and other Wrens should be, but the only time House Wrens should be that far south is in the winter. House Wrens are notorious for pecking the eggs of other species. Carolina...
- Thu Jun 16, 2011 10:00 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Effects of "The Drought" on our equipment !
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2740
- Sun Jun 12, 2011 8:55 am
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Mites
- Replies: 11
- Views: 5449
You would be correct, Craig. After 7 days, sevin is inactive. Also, the smaller amount the better, like the 1/8 teaspoon, especially with older nestlings, as they like to flap their wings inside the compartment (provided the compartment is big enough and not a 6X6), so an excessive amount would crea...
- Sat Jun 11, 2011 7:42 pm
- Forum: Purple Martin Forum
- Topic: Cow Bird Eggs
- Replies: 14
- Views: 4326