Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 618 Posted May 29, 2017 As much as I hate the thought, I've come to the conclusion that if I'm gonna continue to play this game I'm gonna have to change my strategy. The arthritis in my wrists is to the point that shooting one-handed is no longer an option so I'm moving to one or another of the two-handed categories. I've shot CC for so long that it sorta feels like I've lost a friend... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scarlett 449 Posted May 29, 2017 Look at it like you're expanding your friends... and maybe, you'll have as much fun? You can still dress like CC and shoot a style that is comfortable given your arthritis. Then, maybe once in a while you'll feel good enough to have a "reunion" with your CC friend! Hugs, Scarlett Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cold Lake Kid, SASS # 51474 3,392 Posted May 29, 2017 I hear ya Charlie. You have my sympathy. I had Arthur move into my knees. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Widder, SASS #59054 6,111 Posted May 29, 2017 I ain't a doctor but I noticed you live in OR. Does the weather and such in your area enhance the symptoms of your arthritis? Just curious. ..........Widder Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Noz 1,540 Posted May 29, 2017 7 hours ago, Cold Lake Kid, SASS # 51474 said: I hear ya Charlie. You have my sympathy. I had Arthur move into my knees. Hurts, don't it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 618 Posted May 29, 2017 8 hours ago, Scarlett said: Look at it like you're expanding your friends... and maybe, you'll have as much fun? You can still dress like CC and shoot a style that is comfortable given your arthritis. Then, maybe once in a while you'll feel good enough to have a "reunion" with your CC friend! Hugs, Scarlett I'll definitely have as much fun, Scarlett. And I always dress right. I may not shoot the fastest but I look good doin' it! 55 minutes ago, Widowmaker Hill SASS #59054 said: I ain't a doctor but I noticed you live in OR. Does the weather and such in your area enhance the symptoms of your arthritis? Just curious. ..........Widder I live over on the dry side of Oregon, Widder. I sorta think the weather actually helps some Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 618 Posted May 29, 2017 2 minutes ago, Noz said: Hurts, don't it? Yep Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rye Miles #13621 4,829 Posted May 29, 2017 A friend of mine once said, "Don't fight with your hobby". I went from BP to smokeless, from a hammered shotgun to a hammerless and from dressing Classic to just being comfortable! At 70 yrs. young I'm entitled to do as I please and enjoy my sport! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cold Lake Kid, SASS # 51474 3,392 Posted May 29, 2017 25 minutes ago, Noz said: Hurts, don't it? Yep, sure does. Not as much as quittin' would howsever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Linn Keller, SASS 27332, BOLD 103 1,356 Posted May 29, 2017 Much wisdom in the several replies. Matter of fact if I try to make any comment I'll end up with my boot between my pearly whites. That happens often enough the way it is so I'd best exercise caution and keep hush. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dantankerous 3,503 Posted May 29, 2017 When I first started this game like many I shot in the Wrangler category but I always dressed Classic Cowboy. Now I shoot Classic Cowboy. You know what? I did not have any LESS fun when I shot two handed in Wrangler looking like a Classic Cowboy. Dress up in your classic attire and shoot something, anything. It's all worth it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pat Riot, SASS #13748 15,935 Posted May 30, 2017 Get some practice shooting two handed. I shot one handed so long that when I went to two-handed due to wrist pain for a few months it was SOoooo awkward. Sorry to hear about your pain, Charlie. But, I would bet you still have a good time trying something "new". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cowtown Scout, SASS #53540 L 159 Posted May 30, 2017 Charlie my friend Sorry about the art in your wrists, you gotta do what you gotta do to enjoy this game. I'm sure you will still dress as you have in the spirit of CC even if you'll be shooting two handed. May take you some time getting use to not shooting dualist but I'm sure you will adjust. The important thing is you will still be enjoying the folks you shoot with and burning powder. Scout Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie MacNeil, SASS #48580 618 Posted May 30, 2017 All y'all have said it right; I'm still gonna dress the part, and still have the fun, just at a less painful level... And it most definitely feels weird shooting two handed... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoss Carpenter 90 Posted May 31, 2017 Charlie, et al, I am almost at the same stage in my shooting Career. I have been shooting a SAA for a very long time and never with two hands. But at my last two shoots, I really had to struggle to shoot my right handed revolver. I am used to doing a lot of two handed shooting in IPSC and modified Tactical pistol. But not SAs. I've shot CC for a good while now, but if I am going to keep shooting CAS, I may have to go two handed; but I sure do not want to! I will be 76 on Sunday, and this "Arthur" thing has just started a year or so. Getting old ain't for Sissies! Cheers. Hoss C. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rye Miles #13621 4,829 Posted June 1, 2017 On 5/29/2017 at 9:40 AM, Linn Keller, SASS 27332, BOLD 103 said: Much wisdom in the several replies. Matter of fact if I try to make any comment I'll end up with my boot between my pearly whites. That happens often enough the way it is so I'd best exercise caution and keep hush. You just have to get out to Firelands and shoot with us!!! We're starting to think ya'll don't like us!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
