Richard & Tresa
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Thanks Sal!
I've got a collection of the bands you use. Purchased a few different strengths for a toy prototype I created a few years back... Now if I can only remember where I put them! LOL! (In the line of work I do, I always buy extras of anything I buy for a project and keep them on hand for future projects. LOTS of components, parts and supplies stuffed into few cabinets! LOL))
What I hope to do, is make a new set of bands and test them on some wood (cross grain and with the grain = different hardness and resistance to the plunger), then I'll take some photos. Cut the wood in half so I can see a cross section of the penetration and measure the depth. If I can post the photos here so you can see them and give me your feedback as to what you think the effectiveness is regarding a sure kill, I would feel MUCH more comfortable using it for the first time.
I'm creating a special 24" x 24" cage with a large top opening door so I can reach in with the gun and pet their heads, getting them used to the actions and environment. I plan on placing a heavy board inside so there is no "spring" to the cage floor during impact, providing a solid retention of the head for a solid hit. I can put the "next in line for freezer camp" in it for a few days so they are more comfortable with less chance for "nervousness.
We only started keeping rabbits this past March, so although we've researched a LOT about keeping rabbits, we've been VERY apprehensive about lifting them out of their cages. We do reach in a lot and pet them, hand feed them treats etc.... We transfer them from cage to cage by using a much smaller cage that we lead them into with treats... Seems to work for everyone involved.
Thank you!
I have some quail chores to do this morning and then off to class. At age 60, I've gone back to school to earn my State Land Steward Certification at the university... (God! It's been decades since I've been in a classroom setting! Didn't realize the level/intensity of work I was getting myself into, but combined with Tresa's State Master Gardener Certificate (she teaches), it seemed like the perfect match.
OK... first cup of coffee this AM, writing too much, gotta get back to work before heading off to school...
And yes, I'm serious about offering help! It's the least I can do for your generous help!
Thanks!
Richard
I've got a collection of the bands you use. Purchased a few different strengths for a toy prototype I created a few years back... Now if I can only remember where I put them! LOL! (In the line of work I do, I always buy extras of anything I buy for a project and keep them on hand for future projects. LOTS of components, parts and supplies stuffed into few cabinets! LOL))
What I hope to do, is make a new set of bands and test them on some wood (cross grain and with the grain = different hardness and resistance to the plunger), then I'll take some photos. Cut the wood in half so I can see a cross section of the penetration and measure the depth. If I can post the photos here so you can see them and give me your feedback as to what you think the effectiveness is regarding a sure kill, I would feel MUCH more comfortable using it for the first time.
I'm creating a special 24" x 24" cage with a large top opening door so I can reach in with the gun and pet their heads, getting them used to the actions and environment. I plan on placing a heavy board inside so there is no "spring" to the cage floor during impact, providing a solid retention of the head for a solid hit. I can put the "next in line for freezer camp" in it for a few days so they are more comfortable with less chance for "nervousness.
We only started keeping rabbits this past March, so although we've researched a LOT about keeping rabbits, we've been VERY apprehensive about lifting them out of their cages. We do reach in a lot and pet them, hand feed them treats etc.... We transfer them from cage to cage by using a much smaller cage that we lead them into with treats... Seems to work for everyone involved.
Thank you!
I have some quail chores to do this morning and then off to class. At age 60, I've gone back to school to earn my State Land Steward Certification at the university... (God! It's been decades since I've been in a classroom setting! Didn't realize the level/intensity of work I was getting myself into, but combined with Tresa's State Master Gardener Certificate (she teaches), it seemed like the perfect match.
OK... first cup of coffee this AM, writing too much, gotta get back to work before heading off to school...
And yes, I'm serious about offering help! It's the least I can do for your generous help!
Thanks!
Richard