Dirt Merchant # 61422 Posted September 5, 2018 Posted September 5, 2018 It not possible to describe what SASS and the Cowboy family has meant to me these past 12years. The strongest and truest friends in my life are SASS members, men and women alike. I am selling my match guns on the Wire and will be selling other items soon. My last back surgery has left me unable to be safe on uneven ground, particularly with guns. With that in mind i have to leave the game. i intend to show up at matches periodically to say hello and have a few laughs and maybe a Bourbon or 2 So many of you mean so very much to me ,you know who you are, thank you for your friendship and love, it means everything Dirt
Hillbilly Drifter Posted September 5, 2018 Posted September 5, 2018 Been watching your sales posts. So sorry I did not get to meet up with you along the trail. Hope I get to meet you one day
Blackwater 53393 Posted September 5, 2018 Posted September 5, 2018 DANG!! I’ll miss the gator getups! I know about the back issues and being unsteady on rough terrain! REALLY FRUSTRATING!! I remember you collecting clothes and stuff for storm victims a few years ago. You’re a good guy and a Top Cowboy! Don’t be a stranger!
Nasty Newt # 7365 Posted September 5, 2018 Posted September 5, 2018 Sorry to hear this. It happened to my shooting buddy Gimpy Gus a few years ago. It sounds like you are doing the right thing. All the best to you.
Painted Mohawk SASS 77785 Posted September 5, 2018 Posted September 5, 2018 Best of luck ....................
Rance - SASS # 54090 Posted September 5, 2018 Posted September 5, 2018 I've never met but have read yer post on this ol wire.. Ya always seemed ok.. and level headed.. Good luck and the best to ya... Rance n Lacey
Judge'm All Duncan, SASS#67320 Posted September 5, 2018 Posted September 5, 2018 Man! You know what you mean to me. I hate it but I do know how it is. We both have had our share of hospitals. I still have your number and you have mine. I'll see you down the trail my friend.
Cassalong Hopidy Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 Very sorry to hear this, Dirt. But I'd be proud to drink a bourbon with you. Have grown fond of Buffalo Trace and Evan Williams white label--both hard to find. Recently had a Pappy Van Winkle but it was pricey and virtually impossible to find by the bottle (ABC lottery for it here in Florida).
Billy Boots, # 20282 LTG-Regulator Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 The best to ya, my friend. Keep in touch. You got my numbers.
Palmetto Traveller Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 So sorry to hear this Dirt. We hope to still see you at the GA State match and best wishes for a favorable recovery.
Badlands Bob #61228 Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 I hate to hear this Dirt. You and I started SASS about the same time. I know you have been having some health issues the last couple of years. I wish you the best and I hope to see you down the road. And count me in on that drink of bourbon. Badlands Bob
watab kid Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 sorry to hear this but i do understand your thinking better now than i did a number of years ago - some o0f it comes with age and some with the limitations that puts on us - none of it fun to contemplate or discuss , i am pleased to hear you say you will still be around in the background - i hope i can do that when the time comes , stayin in touch with our shooting friends is pretty important for all of us , good luck
Krazy Kajun Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 Sure sorry to hear the news but I know you’ve been having some very trying medical problems. I remember you selling me my first SKB at the GA state match about 6 years ago.... a solid SG. Hope to to see you at a few of the GA matches in the future and I’d be one to spot you a drink of fine bourbon. Kajun
grenadier Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 Is there no possible way you can still enjoy shooting from a sitting position?
Chickasaw Bill SASS #70001 Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 DM don't be so quick to give up , I say this as I am still trying to fight my way back after 2 surgerys , been a couple years since I have shot , but I am gonna keep thrashing at getting back good luck CB
Santa Fe River Stan,36999L Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 I'll have to put this post as one of my least favorite to read......ever.......I'll be expecting to have some bourbon with you my friend. Stan
Dirt Merchant # 61422 Posted September 6, 2018 Author Posted September 6, 2018 Not giving ip, just being prudent. Its not possible for me to not click on high hear when the buzzer goes off. Moving with loaded guns with unstable legs is not an option, recipe for disaster. I am getting set up for Steel Challengenso at least I will be shooting, and meeting new friends
Pit Bull Tex Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 Good luck with what ever you do Mr.Merchant.
Buck D. Law, SASS #62183 Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 Many, many good memories, my friend. It won't be the same without. . .Dirt! Dirt! Dirt! Come see us, ya hear?!
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 Hi Dirt, I'm so sorry to hear this. I hope you ate not in pain. Please drop by and let us know how you're doing. Allie
Billy Boots, # 20282 LTG-Regulator Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 14 hours ago, Krazy Kajun said: Sure sorry to hear the news but I know you’ve been having some very trying medical problems. I remember you selling me my first SKB at the GA state match about 6 years ago.... a solid SG. Hope to to see you at a few of the GA matches in the future and I’d be one to spot you a drink of fine bourbon. Kajun Now KK, what did Dirt ever know about a SKB?
Krazy Kajun Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 1 hour ago, Billy Boots, # 20282 LTG-Regulator said: Now KK, what did Dirt ever know about a SKB? He shore knew which end to cut on! Kajun
Billy Boots, # 20282 LTG-Regulator Posted September 6, 2018 Posted September 6, 2018 2 hours ago, Krazy Kajun said: He shore knew which end to cut on! Kajun For sure.......No doubt he had the finest of mentor, and found one fine fellow to pass that knowledge.
Dirt Merchant # 61422 Posted September 7, 2018 Author Posted September 7, 2018 4 hours ago, Billy Boots, # 20282 LTG-Regulator said: For sure.......No doubt he had the finest of mentor, and found one fine fellow to pass that knowledge. 4 hours ago, Billy Boots, # 20282 LTG-Regulator said: For sure.......No doubt he had the finest of mentor, and found one fine fellow to pass that knowledge. Eddie is as fine an SKB mechanic as there ever will be. He took what i taught him and made it better, i even had him put mechanicals in my personal gun!! Ya’ll are in good hands
J-BAR #18287 Posted September 7, 2018 Posted September 7, 2018 DIrt, You were kind and patient and generous with your coaching when I consulted with you by phone. You demonstrated the cowboy way big time to me. Thank you. Good luck as you pursue your new goals!!
Rolan Kraps, SASS # 24084 Life Posted September 8, 2018 Posted September 8, 2018 Sorry to see you go, Dirt. Lots of bad news today. I just read that Shaddai Vaquero had a major stroke.
Tucker T Fudpucker Posted September 8, 2018 Posted September 8, 2018 Dirt, it has been a pleasure to know you and hope to see you at a match again. Never a dull moment when Dirt is in the room. Tucker T
Isom Dart, SASS#8096 Posted September 8, 2018 Posted September 8, 2018 DM, I'm very sorry to hear your leaving the game. I know what you mean, I'm wheelchair bound and a friend will pick me up about every 3 mos.. It's weird shooting from a chair. Haven't got the S/G down to good. Still got my 10ga. , but don't shoot it though. Stay safe and good luck to ya'. Hope to see you around. Isom
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