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Originally posted by bugsNbows bugsNbows wrote:

Kinda like Peddler with a hot redhead??? Just sayin'.


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It's an MP44 built by Hanel or however you spell it according to the manufacturer code, who made more of the assault rifles than any other of the makers. There were about 6 if I remember correctly. The caliber is 8mm Kurtz, which is the 7.92x57 Mauser shortened to 7.92x33 with a 123gr boat tailed bullet. It is a true select fire assault rifle with a rate of fire of 450rpm, and feeds from a 30rd detachable box magazine. It is one of the most controllable shoulder fired full autos I have ever shot IF you shoot it like a shotgun (elbows high). It has a 16" barrel and a muzzle velocity of about 2300-2400fps.
In the photo you will notice ammo in stripper clips, and a stripper clip guide and stripper clip attached to a magazine; they are all original and not some reproduction or 8mm Mauser stripper clips. Everything else in the photo is reproduction except for the bayonet, scabbard, canteen, bread bag, and helmet. Oh, the magazines are also original and come from various manufacturers. They sell for about $400-$450 right now, and there are 7 in the photo.
The MP/Stg 43 and 44 rifles are interesting to study because there are so many different variations and manufacturers over the entire life of the series to keep you confused for a life time.



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Good info, Lynn!

All you guys need to keep participating in the photo contest every month. We've had pretty sparse participation most months. You did a good job, and you might just find that you enjoy the challenge, and learn more about your camera and photography in the process. Having to work within a 1 month time frame to come up with a photo that meets the theme makes you think and plan, and that can force you to go on an adventure somewhere to find a subject. Think of it as kinda like a digital scavenger hunt where you learn new things in the process! 
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He's right.
 
I have gotten to a point where I keep my camera with me just about everywhere I go now because you never know what you will run into while out and about.
 
I can't wait for the new ideas for April. In Texas we are beginning to get BlueBonnet's popping up and the bugs are coming out in force. Would make for a cool theme " BOKEH "
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'Cept us poor folks gots no fancy digital cams. We only use dem new fangled cell phone cams. So sorry!
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You don't need a fancy camera.

It's the Indian that counts, not the bow.

Good photography is more about good composition, finding a good subject, and managing available light well than the gear you took the photo with. A good camera certainly helps with image quality, but a good photographer can take nice photos with pretty much anything.
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That's not true.
 
Case in point, when Ted and I went fishing out of Freeport, guess what I left in Brenham?
My wallet and my camera! DOH!
 
However I did have my cellphone and that is what I shot in SEMO Shooter's theme "OT Contest #4 : "Water" " Thread.
 
Now granted a actual camera will be an advantage, but with several cellphone manufacturer's updating their tech, you can get some really cool photos from a camera phone now days.
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Originally posted by RifleDude RifleDude wrote:

You don't need a fancy camera.

It's the Indian that counts, not the bow.

Good photography is more about good composition, finding a good subject, and managing available light well than the gear you took the photo with. A good camera certainly helps with image quality, but a good photographer can take nice photos with pretty much anything.
 
Are you saying that because he's in Seminole country?
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I like Teds composition AND presentation of subject theme.
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Originally posted by mike650 mike650 wrote:

 
Is that a Campari your enjoying there?
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Originally posted by Steelbenz Steelbenz wrote:

I like Teds composition AND presentation of subject theme.



Thank you!

Which reminds me, the other benefit to participating in the photo contests is we learn from each other when folks try different techniques, lighting, composition, etc.

Since there are no fancy prizes, it's all about having fun.
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Make a theme of the nastiest house. Or the gross-est pool. That would be a win win for me.Big GrinBig GrinLocoLocoLoco
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I got these shots next door to one of the properties. It is always a surprise.









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You need to hunt one of those Lile.
 
Best meat I have ever had.
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Originally posted by 3_tens 3_tens wrote:

Make a theme of the nastiest house. Or the gross-est pool. That would be a win win for me.Big GrinBig GrinLocoLocoLoco


Haha!
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Is that Axis ???
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Yes.

And yes, they are delicious!
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Originally posted by 3_tens 3_tens wrote:

Is that Axis ???
 
Yes sir, those are called Chital Stags. A.K.A. Axis Deer.
 
Dan should be harvesting one soon if I can recall correctly. He has a special date coming in really soon.
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