Imis Twohofon,SASS # 46646 Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 Well, I believe there is something out there bigger than myself. Who/whatever that is gave me two hands(they occasionally don't work well). I choose to shoot using both of those hands and to refer to that being as God. So, by reason we could be God's Own. My $.02 Imis I would love to shoot Josie wales in GF style but don't trust the hands Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron "Ironhead" Smith Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 17 hours ago, Krazy Kajun said: Nope, they are those that have seen the light! Kajun That's just the train coming through the tunnel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Dan Troop 70448 Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 How about just, "The Grippers". Squaw Gripper doesn't sound manly enough. MT James Coburn who had arthritis of the hands bad, used the 2 handed grip. Maybe just call it the "Coburn Grippers"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cypress Sam, SASS #10915 Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I've always just called them "Squaw Shooters"! It's a great way to start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slow Mo Dern Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 Quote I like Rye's suggestion: Mo Dern Shootists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickasaw Bill SASS #70001 Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I can think of several squaws , that would be FUN to grip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taquila Tab, Sass #25048 Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I was watching Hang 'me High today and noticed Ben Johnson's character shot the Prophet two-handed. You can't get much more cowboy than Ben Johnson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomstick Bruce Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 i have read this thread 3 times now and just realized it "squaw" ... ive been reading it as "squab" until now...lol... SQUAB GRIPPERS UNITE!!! im still holding out for "gunchokers"... but "squab grippers" has its own personal hilarity to it now...lol... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorado Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 I'm staying out of this one... Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 WHEREAS, since this shooting style was de-riguer back in the beginnings of SASS, and; WHEREAS, any shooting style that involved only one hand on a firearm was lightly discouraged, and; WHEREAS, whenever official recognition of single-handed shooting styles were proposed as "acceptable", at least one of the founders vehemently opposed its adoption. (At least that's MY understanding), THEREFORE, those that wish to be proclaimed as respectful of the foundations of our sport and are desirous of being identified as in keeping with said beginnings should be hereinafter known as... Gen'l Grant'ers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.W. Sinclair Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 22 hours ago, Krazy Kajun said: Rye, I just guess I don't take myself too seriously and I don't have a problem with the term....I'm Cajun (Kajun) and I've been called much worse. I hope you see that this is entirely tongue in cheek and meant to add a little levity to the Wire. Kajun I bet that you've been called a c00n@$$ or something like that, says J.W., a Gunfighter who was born in New Orleans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kajun Posted August 21, 2017 Author Share Posted August 21, 2017 28 minutes ago, J.W. Sinclair said: I bet that you've been called a c00n@$$ or something like that, says J.W., a Gunfighter who was born in New Orleans. Yes Sir I have.....many times too....and I'll answer to that name proudly! I consider it a high compliment! Kajun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 On 8/19/2017 at 10:10 AM, Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 said: FYI, I used the term "squaw grippers" once and got a PM chastising me for it. On 8/19/2017 at 10:20 AM, Eyesa Horg said: "And all of a sudden, everyone is offended by everything" Somewhere along the line- people just gotta get over it! Yes Eyesa, Political Correctness is rampant today. However, certain terms are considered rude in polite society. Some examples are as follow: nigger, spic, chink, jap, and squaw. We would not use those that I've listed, except "squaw." It has been used frequently in shooting forums without intent to insult. Some folks find it very offensive. Check out the following sites. https://indiancountrymedianetwork.com/history/events/the-word-squaw-offensive-or-not/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squaw I am discussing this and some other terms with the other Moderators so that we may decide how to best represent SASS to the World. So, you may want to think of another name for this group. I will get back to you. Regards, Allie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Krazy, Have something with a western or cowboy/cowgirl title......like 'Ranger' or maybe 'Steed Riders' or 'Steed Raiders' both hands on the reins. The JEDI have the crossed pistol pins, the Pistoleros have the silhouette of a shooter with 1 pistol being aimed. The 'Steed ?' could have a silhouette of a black stallion, maybe even a black stallion with a little lightening bolt across it. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokey Shayne Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Dont believe I have ever gripped a squaw. But I do shoot 2 handed. Its not safe for me or anyone else for me to try otherwise....lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slow Mo Dern Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Look Ma! Two hands! How 'bout "Double Grippers" or "Double Grabbers"? How 'bout "Arthritis Style" or "Arthur Righteous Style" or just "Righteous Style"? What about "New West Style".......that sounds too much like a magazine. What about "Strangler Wranglers"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Just curious, what would the Lady 2 handed shooters be called? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Henry Quick Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 4 hours ago, Pat Riot, SASS #13748 said: Just curious, what would the Lady 2 handed shooters be called? Nice to watch? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Henry Quick Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 I must agree with Allie Mo. Those of us who grew up playing Cowboys and Indians see no harm or intended insult. However, there are a lot of people out there who will see it as racism and sexism rolled into one. While I personally enjoy mocking Antifas and snowflakes, do we really want our shooting organization, one that we hope to start growing again, to face the world mocking a significant portion of the population? I can't get wrapped around the axle over this one, but I do think it's something you should consider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snakebite Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Well I'm offended. My Great Grandmother on my mother's side of the family was said to have been an Native America. Using this term "Squaw Gripper" shows disrespect for a memory that I don't have. If you don't stop immediately, I'm gonna go right out and break a window and loot me a new TV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 1 hour ago, Snakebite said: Well I'm offended. My Great Grandmother on my mother's side of the family was said to have been an Native America. Using this term "Squaw Gripper" shows disrespect for a memory that I don't have. If you don't stop immediately, I'm gonna go right out and break a window and loot me a new TV. If you think that is offensive, you should feel happy that the suggested name doesn't have 'TG' or 'Black Pin' in the name..... On the serious side, although I rarely use that term 'Squaw Gripper', I think the 2 handed style shooters deserve a more respectable name. After all, ALL of our Natl and World Champs have been the 2 handed 'Trad' style shooters. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Riot Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 1 hour ago, Widowmaker Hill SASS #59054 said: On the serious side, although I rarely use that term 'Squaw Gripper', I think the 2 handed style shooters deserve a more respectable name. After all, ALL of our Natl and World Champs have been the 2 handed 'Trad' style shooters. ..........Widder I always thought the term "squaw gripper" was more of a tease or a slight. I agree, with WIdder regarding a more respectable name but then I only get half way involved in my handgun shooting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 Hi Again Folks, When I got that first PM taking offence at the term "squaw gripper," I thought he was offended by the implication of a "girly man." It wasn't until yesterday and receiving another PM that took offence to it as a racial slur, that I read about some of its history as a derogatory term. I formerly thought it was just a normal term for a Native American woman. I thought it was similar to referring to a Native American man as a "brave." Now, I'm not so sure. The following site even considers "brave" as offensive. http://www.nativecircle.com/learning-respect.html If you Google "is squaw a derogatory term," you can find articles on both sides of the argument. However, most of them find it derogatory. As believers in the Cowboy way, a version of it follows, it might be best to not use the term. Regards, Allie Mo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Reb, SASS #54804 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 So where do people like me fit in? I shoot B-western. Sometimes 2 handed, sometimes duelist, sometimes gunfighter. Depends on the stage and how I feel like playing at that particular time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kajun Posted August 21, 2017 Author Share Posted August 21, 2017 45 minutes ago, Jimmy Reb, SASS #54804 said: So where do people like me fit in? I shoot B-western. Sometimes 2 handed, sometimes duelist, sometimes gunfighter. Depends on the stage and how I feel like playing at that particular time. Mebbe you can start your own support group......mebbe "All Grippers" Kajun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 I just thought of a name for a GF, Amby Dex Trous or Amby Dexter Ous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badlands Bob #61228 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 1 hour ago, Jimmy Reb, SASS #54804 said: So where do people like me fit in? I shoot B-western. Sometimes 2 handed, sometimes duelist, sometimes gunfighter. Depends on the stage and how I feel like playing at that particular time. Prairie Pimp? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Reb, SASS #54804 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 6 minutes ago, Badlands Bob #61228 said: Prairie Pimp? NO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorado Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 59 minutes ago, Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 said: I just thought of a name for a GF, Amby Dex Trous or Amby Dexter Ous. For a Lady GF, Amber Dex Trust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brimstone # 2175 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 I remember when I first started CAS back in... 91 or 92??? No matter. We all pulled our guns together so we could all shoot and then each of us would buy our own ammo. There wasn't twenty different classes so everyone got a trophy. There wasn't customized race guns. Heck, at first we didn't even have metal targets. But back then almost all of the shooters (except the plainsmen) shot two-handed no matter what class they were. Later it became evident that some folks need to shoot two handed for one reason or another (perhaps safety?), while others shot with two hands because that's how they were taught. You know, I'd hate to see someone try to shoot one-handed when they don't have the skill or physical ability just to avoid a silly moniker. Besides, hackin' on someone isn't always a good way to make a friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artic Fox, SASS# 39883 Posted August 21, 2017 Share Posted August 21, 2017 I have always used two hands to shoot the pistolas. For years, listened to my good pard, N A Custer tell me I shoot "Handsguns" while he was shooting "Handguns" as a Duelist or Gunfighter. Now he shoots B-Western most of the time and you guessed it, he likes to shoot "Handsguns" most of the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major BS Walker Regulator Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 It might not sound as rosy as Allie would like it to be but how about Two Hand Utilized Grip Shooter That means we could all be a bunch of THUGS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major BS Walker Regulator Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Some are Jedi Gunfighters and some are Pistelero's. The rest of us are just Thugs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirty Dan Dawkins Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 8 minutes ago, Major B. S. Walker said: It might not sound as rosy as Allie would like it to be but how about Two Hand Utilized Grip Shooter That means we could all be a bunch of THUGS I like that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 58 minutes ago, Major B. S. Walker said: It might not sound as rosy as Allie would like it to be but how about Two Hand Utilized Grip Shooter That means we could all be a bunch of THUGS Thats a good one. OR: Two Handed Unique Gun Shooter (Your idea spawned my thinking). ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.