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Probably somewhere near here

It must be Monday… Where is this?

Well, I had a buncha gift cards for Cabela's that I got as bonuses from work. So, today, I got this for "free." It's an Ithaca 16 gauge. Now, why this particular gun? Well, I already have a modern Winchester Ranger in 16, but didn't really think it was worth tooling up to reload for. But... I had more than enough gift cards to buy this, so this gives me an excuse to get the things I need to load for 16 gauge. And, I can get Cody letter for it. It's it pretty good shape, and I am looking forward to shooting it. It's not as nice as a Parker, but what is? Interesting thing is that the safety does not engage when you open the gun. In fact, the safety is really stiff. I can't even thumb it on. Not that I'll worry about it.

Reality Tough, huh?

Hmmm…Great minds…

On the 66 you can also drill and tap a hole in the lower tang for a strain screw. Just like a 73 has. Then if you are away from home and start getting misfires you can tighten the strain screw to increase mainspring pressure.

Looks like it could be a sawed off 22!

Total BS! Ridiculous!!

Marlin

Over 1/2 of the names in my phone list are SASS aliases or nicknames. They'll have fun with those for about two minutes until they cross-reference them.

Since it's another Monday and all you yet to be retired Cowboys have to get up early to head off to work, thought a thread on the topic of Coffee might be appropriate for any weekday.

I was at a gun show some years back and a guy had a really beat up Hunter Arms Fulton (Hunter arms bought up a lot of brands including Ithaca and LC Smith, etc). He had a $150 on it make offer. I offered him $50. He balked and counted $75. Ok. Barrels bent and dented in about 12 places. I straightened out the barrels and hammered out the dents. The wood was painted with some kind of varnish that was yellowed nearly black and crinkled. I stripped it off to find high grade wood. The receiver had engraving. It was a nice high grade gun in its time. Top gun before.

Oops, wrong Forum.

I can relate.

For our Pards Down Under. One of the least dangerous species they have. Still dangerous, but a little less so.

A wear mittens

Same prompt with minor tweaking... Well now, partner, if you're lookin' to quicken your draw and shoot like a true gunslinger with them .38 Special Old Model Vaqueros, you've come to the right cowboy! Let me tell ya, speed in cowboy action shootin' ain't just about how fast you can pull that iron from your holster. It's a combination of skill, practice, and a whole lotta grit. First off, them Blackhawk and Bisley hammers on them Vaqueros can make a real difference in how fast you can cock that hammer and fire. Some folks swear by the Bisley style for a smoother action, while others prefer the traditional Blackhawk. It's all about findin' what works best for you and practicin' with it. Speaking of practice, ain't no substitute for puttin' in the time at the range. Work on your drawin' technique, aim, and trigger control until it's as natural as breathin'. Smooth is fast, they say, so focus on bein' smooth and accurate above all else. Now, your leather rig can also play a part in how quick you can get that gun out and on target. Make sure your holster fits your Vaqueros just right and allows for a clean, quick draw. And don't forget about your stance – a solid, balanced stance can help you control the recoil and get back on target faster for follow-up shots. So there you have it, partner. To get faster as a duelist shooter in cowboy action shootin', it's all about findin' the right gear, puttin' in the practice, and honin' your skills until you're as fast as greased lightning. Now go on and show 'em what you're made of out there on the range!

Yall been dealing with NIAA every time yall talk to Widder, so I don't see why AI is much differnt

And, from what I have been told - every AI has a little bit different tone (we are using "Ask AI") - so even the same prompt will return differing results. Ill have to quote it and see what ours returns just for giggles.

I put the quoted text into ChatGPT and got this response: Well, partner, if you're lookin' to quicken your draw with them single-action pistols like the old Vaquero, you're in for a ride down the dusty trail of improvement. Now, when it comes to shootin' faster than a rattlesnake's strike, there's a few tricks us old west aficionados have up our sleeves. First off, let's talk about them hammers. You mentioned the Blackhawk hammer and the Bisley hammer. Now, the shape and weight of that there hammer can make a heap of difference in how fast you can cock that pistol. Some folks find the Bisley hammer gives 'em a better grip and leverage, makin' it quicker to cock. But others swear by the classic Blackhawk hammer for its familiarity and balance. Next, it's all about practice, pardner. You gotta spend time on the range, honin' your skills like a blacksmith temperin' a blade. Work on your draw, your aim, and your trigger finger speed. Smoothness and efficiency are key. You want every movement to be like a well-oiled wagon wheel, slick and steady. Don't forget about your stance neither. Plant them boots firm on the ground, square your shoulders, and focus your gaze like a hawk eyein' its prey. A solid stance will give you the stability you need to shoot true and fast. And lastly, don't neglect your gear. Make sure your holster fits snug and allows for a smooth draw. A good holster can shave precious seconds off your time, makin' you quicker on the draw than a jackrabbit dartin' through the brush. So there you have it, partner. With the right hammer, plenty of practice, a steady stance, and the proper gear, you'll be shootin' faster than a streak of lightning in no time. Just remember, speed ain't everything. Accuracy counts too, so always take your time to aim true before pullin' that trigger.

I'd go with Uberti's in .357/.38. Cimarron or Taylor's. Look on the SASS Classified for used guns. Rugers are good to but I never cared for how they feel Just MHO.

Screw in choke, Limbsaver pad, big bead. Barrel cut to 18 1/4”. D series made in 1905. Has been parkerized. It does hold 6. Has Wild Bodie Tom spring and follower. $750 shipped to your FFL.

+ as many as Widder wants. I have said this for "all the years" Speed is INFINITELY more difficult than accuracy. If you do everything correctly - you WILL hit the target; do everything exactly the same again and you WILL hit the target again. Accuracy (at least at "normal" people distances) is a trainable, repeatable skill - it is a SCIENCE. Speed is an ART. It is incredibly difficult to train another person to "go fast". Many, whether for fear of crashing, failing or "safety" have an internal limiter that they simply refuse to go beyond - they cannot or will not exceed a certain percentage of their ability. A number of folks on this forum have years of experience; boxes of trophies and many a story of trainwreck - the scars of which we wear just as proudly as the buckles on our belts. These are the folks whose "opinions" I seek out when I am exploring improvement.

"....... pinpoint accuracy". I don't know where you shoot, but "pinpoint accuracy" ain't exactly a big requirement when shooting at 18" square targets at 6 yards. ..........Widder

Some potholes have been around so long, new forms of life have evolved.

I prefer PayPal, but I'll take a USPS money order. Slightly used, NON-THREADED, STRAIGHT FLUTED, Tactical Solutions, BLUE performance x-ring 16.5" barrel, for Ruger 10/22's. For more info contact my FFL @: sonny45@gmail.com

As I recall, army coffee wasn’t bad except for the one day a year when the urns were cleaned.

ive always thought [at least since the very early 70s] that coffee was mandatory in the morning , i generally stopped by mid morning , till i retired - now im not so concerned with my sleep patterns , i sometimes have it very late at night cause i get the hankerin ,

I work part time at a gunstore here and when the daily "Liar's Club" come in, they all ask if I made the coffee or the lady who also works there. They say mine is too strong... Cowards