Phantom, SASS #54973
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1 hour ago, Nickle said:
I've only gone to one match but the loads were so light with some it was hard to tell if they hit the target or not. They could have three judges with three different opinions on the hits or misses.
They're called "Spotters".
Missed calls...having three different "miss" callouts, will happen on heavy loads as well since often times the Spotters will be squinting in anticipation of the loud report...wondering how much more of it they can take before they need to go back to the audiologist to be fitted for new hearing aids.
Also, as I'm sure you're aware of, there is a minimum PF that should be enforced. If you think the rounds are not meeting the PF, call it. I'll also add that since we are shooting steel and not bad guys of the "old west", that heavy man killer loads only kills the hearing of the other competitors...bad guys don't really exist down range...
Cheers!
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Go with whatcha like...but the increased sight radius isn't needed for this game.
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Introducing into a match a firearm that folks are not familiar with is rather foolish.
Do that stuff outside of an actual match.
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Aaahhhh...Bach!
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I say shooting a derringer one handed...in a timed event...is a no-no in my book.
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1 hour ago, Go West said:
I balk at primers costing $100 and up.
The meaning of CATEGORY is any of several fundamental and distinct classes to which.......But let's not quibble.Guess yer right...just never seen "Classes" used to define our...categories. Don't think the word "Classes" is used in any of the Hanbooks.
This is a new shooter that is entering this game/sport. I wanted to make sure that they don't start off using the wrong verbiage.
Current Dealer cost on Pistol Primers (non-match), is about $65/1000. Currently you can get Pistol Primers for under $100.
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10 hours ago, Go West said:
Check the SASS rulebook which will explain the various classes and requirements. One thing to consider is that Large Pistol Primers have been scarce and expensive which may or may not continue.
We call them "Categories", not "Classes".
LP Primers are not terribly hard to get.
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41 minutes ago, Go West said:
It is common to have brand new guns worked on to enhance operation, but a new gun should work when new. Your call to Stoeger was a good idea before it was modified.
They should...but they are mechanical thingies built by humans.
I personally know that Ferraris have had to go back for...adjustments...had a $10k custom rifle go back because the trigger had issues right out of the "box".
These things you just can't get all riled up about...it's part of living. And blaming a manufacturer should only be done if they don't fix the problem with a smile on their face and a sincere apology.
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6 minutes ago, Jimmy Wilson said:
Oh yeah, Stoeger said they’ll cover the shipping and I could either ship it directly or go through an FFL. I only opted for FFL to make it easier to get the gun back to me, but I’ll deal with UPS possibly missing me and holding it at a warehouse to save myself $250.
$250 is ludicrous...and I'm a big supporter of LGS folks.
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8 minutes ago, Jimmy Wilson said:
You’re right Colorado, there doesn’t seem to be any radius on there breach, it’s a crisp termination. I wasn’t sure if there was supposed to be a radius or if the breach opening is tapered to allow for some slight variance in ammo.
I called Stoeger today and they said just ship it to them and they’ll take care of it, so that’s the next step. Originally I was going to go through my local gun shop but they want $125 each way on top of the shipping (that Stoeger said they’ll cover), so I need to call some other FFLs tomorrow or ship directly. I’m only hesitant to ship directly because the service guy said it requires I be home to receive it once fixed and I have some travel coming up.
I’ll be sure to post an update on what (if anything) they end up sharing with me.
If you are shipping back to manufacturer, tell them to send you a Call Tag. The shipping to and from you should be on their nickel since it's a manufacturing flaw.
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1 hour ago, Long Hunter SASS #20389L said:
IMHO, the guns to "buy once, cry once" are - Rifle: Uberti 1873 - Revolvers: Ruger Vaquero's or Bisley's - Shotgun: CZ Sharptail or a non-worn out SKB or Browning BSS. All with action work and modifications.
'Buy Once, Cry Once Equipment".
Holsters: Mernickle HP1 Starter kit which includes everything you'll need.
Cart: Rugged Gear - easy to push around. Or a quality wood cart.
Reloading: Dillon Precision Press or Hornady Lock-N-Load Progressive
Costume: Jeans, button up long sleeve shirt and SASS approved boots. You'll want a hat with a brim to keep the hot brass from the 1873 going down your shirt. Many here can testify to that. Build you costume after you spent a little time in the game and build your own persona. Minimal or maximum costuming is purely a personal choice.
Hope this helps.
Long Hunter is a Overall World Champ...all around Cowboy Gun Guy.
I knows his sh...stuff.
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My recommendation...truly KNOW the person that you're getting info. from.
I know that this is the SASS forum, but you'd be surprised at how much bad info. can be found here.
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I'd like to see pictures of your carrier.
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Wait a second!!!!
You mean to tell me that the parts are the same and that the evil Remington parts are not the problem???
But everything Remington did was horrible and wrong...and ALL about the $$$$$$$. The parts can't be good! The have to be..."JM"...
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On 6/17/2019 at 11:34 AM, Bisley Joe said:
OK, so let's get it back on track!
Who have you missed dearly, other than me?
I miss the people that have died
I miss shooting with many folks
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The title of this thread is "Where have they gone"... Now it's "Where has the Topic gone".
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1 hour ago, Bisley Joe said:
Howdy there, Gold Canyon Kid!
Hope you're doing great!
I'm in Arizona too!
Where do you shoot?
Maybe I can come to a match and say hi! We can even shoot on the same posse!
Is 1 April your birthday?
Yippy ki yay...
He passed away...
I'll leave my comments to that...
Rifle or carbine?
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I don't think you're making anyone mad...on the "spotter" thing I was just clarifying.
We have a PF of 60. It's low relative to other shooting sports but SASS/CAS caters to a group that is generally much older and recoil is a concern for many of them.
Shoot what you enjoy as long as it's within the rules. But please understand that He-Man heavy loads while being legal, do have an effect on others. We shoot steel and at a close distance...but if you think accuracy isn't important...yer just kidding yourself.
Phantom
PS: You are probably the first person that I've ever heard say that they don't enjoy shooting 22's...most of the actual friends I have enjoy shooting 22's above all else.