Shooting Bull Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Some of you have seen me at various matches dressed up as Mongo from Blazing Saddles. Every time I wear that costume I and many MANY other shooters have a great time joking around about it. But I'm giving serious consideration to moth balling Mongo due to all the flack I catch because the shirt doesn't have long sleeves. Shoot, it doesn't have ANY sleeves. I was told rules officials had decided that my shirt with no sleeves wasn't a shirt but rather a vest, therefor legal. Another aspect of the ruling I was told about was handcuffs. I found an antique set of handcuffs with a long chain attached to them. I wear these around my neck with the Mongo costume but take the off when I'm shooting because I don't want all that heavy steel flying around my face and neck while I'm shooting. The rule is that Mongo is legal because he's a well known character from a western movie. But if I invoke that rule I'm told I have to wear the ENTIRE costume, including the handcuffs. No! I refuse. It's unsafe and besides, they weren't even part of the movie. The only scene in the movie that involved chains was the jail scene where he was chained to the jail cell. No handcuffs. I want to keep Mongo alive but I'm sick and tired of having to deal with this crap at almost every match I go to. Please give your thoughts on the subject and let's get this settled once and for all. And just to be clear, no match officials have ever given me a hard time about the costume other than to say complaints have been made. It's always other shooters that have had problems with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irish ike, SASS #43615 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Tell them very politely and with all sincerity to GPS, go pound sand. Ike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-BAR #18287 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Laugh at your critics and walk away, shaking your head. Then enjoy the shoot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Mongo take thumb to bothersome little officious intermedler and squash like bug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixgun Seamus Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 I was looking forward to seeing your character some day. To the people who complain - GET A LIFE - IJAFG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadeye George Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 If you really want to look the part, including the chains........ drop by Lowes or Home Depot and buy a few feet of PLASTIC chain! Painted black then scuffed up a bit, it will pass for the real thing! But like others have mentioned, to heck with the others who are jealous about your costume that rather than come up with something clever themselves, they bitch to anyone who will listen (under their breath of course). It's the narrow minded pin headed shooters who are going to be the downfall of this hobby! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston CAS Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Now I really want to see a photo of you in your outfit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marauder SASS #13056 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Isn't it amazing!!!?? As to the chains and hand cuffs, I can see they would be a potential safety hazard for you. And if we cannot even bend down to pick up a cartridge safely from a table, heaven forbid that you would wear a chain!!! And yes, those folks gave us the rule about a dropped round - and the mixing of procedures and misses, and a few other rules like that - many of which have come and gone. Lions and tigers and bears! Oh My! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Coffinmaker Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 I could be wrong. Wouldn't be the first time, prolly won't be the last ......... however, I can't locate a passage in "The Book" that specifically states that one "must" wear a shirt. "If" you wear a shirt, it must be long sleeve. Much like, there is no specific rule that states you "must" wear a hat. Don't have to wear a hat. Hot Brass makes a hat kinda helpful though. My take (from one who wears a bowler with goggles and feathers) is Mongo is perfectly legal. Locally, we have a shooter who shows up in Moccasins, Leather Breach Cloth and Head Dress. Since he is also 5 feet 20 inches tall, nobody gonna tell him ta go home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace_of_Hearts Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Philly/Shooting Bull When I requested a ruling on this a few years ago, I gave you a print out and told you to carry it with you in your gun cart. You never listen to your elders do you? I have long since deleted that particular ruling but maybe Palewolf has a copy he will send you. ACE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackson Rose, SASS #45478 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 If bibs, barefeet and NO shirt are legal, then I think Mongo be legal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jefro, SASS#69420 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 If bibs, barefeet and NO shirt are legal, then I think Mongo be legal. Ha....no one would ever dress like that Don't worry about it Shooting Bull, it may drive your competition crrrazzy Just hand them a Candygram and keep shooting Good Luck Jefro Relax-Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hud McCoy Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Some of you have seen me at various matches dressed up as Mongo from Blazing Saddles. Every time I wear that costume I and many MANY other shooters have a great time joking around about it. But I'm giving serious consideration to moth balling Mongo due to all the flack I catch because the shirt doesn't have long sleeves. Shoot, it doesn't have ANY sleeves. I was told rules officials had decided that my shirt with no sleeves wasn't a shirt but rather a vest, therefor legal. Another aspect of the ruling I was told about was handcuffs. I found an antique set of handcuffs with a long chain attached to them. I wear these around my neck with the Mongo costume but take the off when I'm shooting because I don't want all that heavy steel flying around my face and neck while I'm shooting. The rule is that Mongo is legal because he's a well known character from a western movie. But if I invoke that rule I'm told I have to wear the ENTIRE costume, including the handcuffs. No! I refuse. It's unsafe and besides, they weren't even part of the movie. The only scene in the movie that involved chains was the jail scene where he was chained to the jail cell. No handcuffs. I want to keep Mongo alive but I'm sick and tired of having to deal with this crap at almost every match I go to. Please give your thoughts on the subject and let's get this settled once and for all. And just to be clear, no match officials have ever given me a hard time about the costume other than to say complaints have been made. It's always other shooters that have had problems with it. Tell them to got to hell and get a life, if you were at my club, I would find it rather amusing. I see nothing wrong with your outfit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bart Solo Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Love the costume. Take the chains off when you shoot. Remind the complainers that Mongo (or Roy Rogers for that matter) didn't wear eye or ear protection. Safety first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Possum Skinner, SASS#60697 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Mongo lives! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marauder SASS #13056 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Mongo just a pawn in game of life..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt. R. Hugh Kidnme Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 SB (Mongo), Want a membership in LIGAC (like I give a crap). I have open enrollment on, now thru Thanksgiving. You can show the "Mongo costume detractors" your card, and just move on to the firing line. Capt RHK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wallaby Jack, SASS #44062 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 They's just got small minds .......(sigh).. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Y'all! I've shot with the infamous Mongo and here he is. I think it is a great costume! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sedalia Dave Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 I was looking forward to seeing your character some day. To the people who complain - GET A LIFE - IJAFG +100 I could be wrong. Wouldn't be the first time, prolly won't be the last ......... however, I can't locate a passage in "The Book" that specifically states that one "must" wear a shirt. "If" you wear a shirt, it must be long sleeve. Much like, there is no specific rule that states you "must" wear a hat. Don't have to wear a hat. Hot Brass makes a hat kinda helpful though. My take (from one who wears a bowler with goggles and feathers) is Mongo is perfectly legal. Locally, we have a shooter who shows up in Moccasins, Leather Breach Cloth and Head Dress. Since he is also 5 feet 20 inches tall, nobody gonna tell him ta go home. Yep, tell them to get out their copy of the rules and show you where it says you are not legal. Tell them to got to hell and get a life, if you were at my club, I would find it rather amusing. I see nothing wrong with your outfit.You would be welcome everywhere I shoot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yul Lose Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 You looked pretty authentic to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mean gun mark Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 you would be welcome at my range anytime in that outfit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reuben McCoy Rankin # 34239 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Tell them very politely and with all sincerity to GPS, go pound sand. Ike What he said!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Just attach a piece of mistletoe to your shirt tail and ignore them completely!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 I'm still trying to figure out who is big enough to make him change the costume? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Call Gunzilla and discuss costuming with him. Come shoot with us. Guaranteed no flack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Creeker, SASS #43022 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 I happen to be pretty tight with Nevada State Match Director - I have heard there is no issue with Mongo. I love that folks that go on and on about "this is a fantasy shooting game", "I come here to relive my youth of playing cowboys and indians" and then want to thread count/ sequin count/ equipment count this game to death. The American West is a beloved symbol of rugged individualism because folks marched to their own drummers and stood their ground. If we are truly intending to carry on the legacy of the lone cowboy standing up for what is right - We need to do the same. If it looks cowboy - it IS cowboy. It is time for the above to become our mantra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Scratch Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 It's a Game!!!! Looks good to me, come on down to Florida……We love Mongo!!! Scratch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twelve mile REB Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Mongo, you are sooooo illegal those women aren't even fainting. OH brother. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forty Rod SASS 3935 Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Tell them very politely and with all sincerity to GPS, go pound sand. Ike Right idea, but way too polite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Original Lumpy Gritz Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 MONGO, MUST GO ON Just don't forget the deodorant--- OLG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blastmaster Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 I guess most folks don't know who Mongo is. Thus, all the problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadeye George Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 I guess most folks don't know who Mongo is. Thus, all the problems. Anyone who hasn't watched Blazing Saddles at least 5 times (certain campfire scenes more than that ) shouldn't be allowed to shoot SASS to being with! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blastmaster Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 Anyone who hasn't watched Blazing Saddles at least 5 times (certain campfire scenes more than that ) shouldn't be allowed to shoot SASS to being with! Works for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H. K. Uriah, SASS #74619 Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 I wonder what Ming thinks of all this... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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