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General Discussion / Re: Anita Tuesday Match or not

« on: August 07, 2017, 02:49:08 PM »

Excellent! 

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General Discussion / Re: New Shooters Clinic/Orientation

« on: August 06, 2017, 07:41:55 PM »

Thanks to everyone I met today at the set up for your hospitality and support.  I was somewhat anxious at the outset of the orientation, but hats off to you Tombstone, you not only taught us, you made it fun. 

Tuesday match?  Lets do it unless it snows

Sheriff Langston.



 

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General Discussion / Re: New Shooters Clinic/Orientation

« on: August 06, 2017, 07:39:05 AM »

Thanks both. 

Appreciate the guidance.  It's slowly coming together.

   

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General Discussion / Re: New Shooters Clinic/Orientation

« on: August 05, 2017, 03:02:26 PM »

I could ask this tomorrow I guess but I'm curious for your all's input.

I am very right handed.  In B-Western shooting I understand you can pull your left mounted revolver and transfer to your right hand in order to shoot.

Whether it is the right or left revolver I am shooting, is it legal, or wise, to cock the hammer with your left hand thumb?

I am fortunate enough to have a range on my property and this seemed the way for me to go as I was practicing. I got pretty fast then realized I wasn't hitting anything however  Seems I have away to go.

I do have minor arthritis in my right thumb.

Looking forward to meeting some of you tomorrow through the week.

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General Discussion / Re: New Shooters Clinic/Orientation

« on: August 03, 2017, 08:16:25 AM »

Thanks Outlaw Sam. I appreciate the cart offer and will take you folks up on it if one still available.  Mine is still a pile of assorted lumber right now, I do have the wheels and axle however

On the Vaquero loading sequence what you say makes perfect sense,  I will practice this before Sunday and hopefully have it down by then.

Again, thanks!


Sheriff L.

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General Discussion / Re: New Shooters Clinic/Orientation

« on: July 28, 2017, 01:52:22 PM »

Thank you Uncle Ethan.  I may take you up on that if the order does not materialize in time.

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General Discussion / Re: New Shooters Clinic/Orientation

« on: July 28, 2017, 09:12:00 AM »

Tombstone

I will be good on .38 special for pistols and rifle, have some cowboy loads on the way from Georgia Arms. 

12 gauge, I'm still looking around but I should be good by the clinic date.

Thanks.

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General Discussion / Re: New Shooters Clinic/Orientation

« on: July 27, 2017, 08:59:36 PM »

Thanks for the pointer on the Bass Pro sale Uncle Ethan.

Anita, I remember from our conversation about side by sides and ribbed shell casings - makes sense thanks for reminding me.  I really enjoy my 97 Winchester pump however the more I think about it a side by side may be for me. 

This is an interesting learning curve - but having fun!

As an example I'm still figuring out how to consistently put 5 rounds into my fancy new Vaqueros and have the cylinder "lock" on the empty chamber.  Yes I'm using snap caps   Seems I'm not qualified to be past the loading table yet.

Jackalope eluded to me the value of repetitive actions which makes perfect sense in this sport.  If you have the loading process down your mind is effectively thinking about the firing line before you get there and you are more prepared.  Just thinking aloud

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General Discussion / Re: New Shooters Clinic/Orientation

« on: July 27, 2017, 10:09:35 AM »

Thanks for the advice Ocoee!  Appreciated.

I also responded to your PM

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General Discussion / Re: New Shooters Clinic/Orientation

« on: July 26, 2017, 07:52:23 PM »

I did take ownership of a pair of SASS Vaqueros today and they are impressive. (5133) Never owned Ruger's that came in a red case   I'm pulling my ducks together slowly - or so it seems. 

My question surrounds ammo.  I understand the rules around power factor and the lead only rule, however what do you folks generally buy as far as .38 and 12 Gauge ammo?   And what is the best place to purchase?  Seems to me I may be going though some volume.

My list is down to a gun belt rig, which a reader of this is working on for me - no pressure and a cart for which I have a bunch of ideas and I will be building.

Thanks everyone really looking forward to this adventure!

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General Discussion / Re: New Shooters Clinic/Orientation

« on: July 22, 2017, 07:28:40 AM »

Thanks Tombstone,  I'll be there anxious to learn.

I can bring a rifle and a shotgun, still in the process of getting my hands on a pair of revolvers. Truly appreciate your help in getting us new shooters on the right track!

Sheriff Langston.

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General Discussion / Re: Self Introduction

« on: July 17, 2017, 03:30:14 PM »

Thanks Jackalope...looking forward to it!

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General Discussion / Re: Self Introduction

« on: July 17, 2017, 09:24:09 AM »

Thanks Tombstone!

I'll be there just let me know what time.

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General Discussion / Self Introduction

« on: July 17, 2017, 08:46:26 AM »

Hi Everyone!

 
Off the bat I would like to thank those of you who welcomed my wife and I to your shoot at ORSA on July 8th.  The genuine warmth of you all was infectious and you made it just plain fun to be there.  No question was too silly and we had an enjoyable time.  I still can’t get over the speed of you folks at the firing line.
 
A quick about me.  I recently retired from Best Buy where I was a technical manager.  I am a current member of ORSA. My wife and I raised two children in the Knoxville area, one became a high school teacher, the other a registered nurse.  My wife was born in Maryland, I was born in England.  We currently live in Roane County, Tennessee.
 
Building on that visit It appears I have caught the bug.  The more I explore online, the further the hook gets set.  That all being said, I would appreciate some pointers on moving forward.  I have the basic attire under control I believe - or so my wife says - (you can and probably will let me know if not 😊)
 
My questions concern weapons.
 
I have a Marlin 1884CS 357/38 which is I think appropriate.
 
I have several Ruger single action revolvers however my only Vaquero is in 45 Colt.  My wish is to stay with 357/38 for both rifle and revolvers and I am leaning towards a Stoeger Coachman 12 Gauge  and possibly a pair of Ruger Vaqueros Model 5133
 
None of the above is in stone and I am wide open to suggestions since I am very much in the learning stage.  I would absolutely appreciate any advice anyone can give.  In addition, I would be interested in purchasing/trading with anyone who may have any available equipment that appertains to this discipline.

I will be registering with SASS today.
 
While I doubt my shooting skills will impress anyone, I truly look forward to the participation and hope that eventually I can give back to this sport. 
 
I understand there is a “set-up” on August 6th I would like to attend and of course do any orientation that is available.
 
Thanks for reading this way too long post!
 
Nick Bennetts.