Barbatos Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Howdy y’all. Newbie here, name’s Barbatos (a play on the Latin word Barbatus which means “the bearded one”). I just want to say hello and extend a thank you to all those making this sport a possibility! Texas born, currently residing in Mississippi. I’ve been eyeing the Cowboy action shooting for a few years now with the intent of getting into it. A good buddy of mine Dastardly Dan finally got me out to watch a shoot with the Mississippi Peacemakers. I had no intentions of shooting that particular day, but I was met with the warmest welcome and had memebers throwing leathers, guns and ammo at me to give it a go. Huge thank you to Buck Bow for taking me under his wing! Had an amazing time. I have to say I’ve met nothing but the absolute nicest bunch of folks I could possible ask for within the 4 Cowboy Action Shooting matches I’ve shot. I have been bitten by the bug pretty dang bad to say the least. Finally have my own full rig together, Mernickle Quick Cal ultra holster, a pair of Taylor tuned Smoke Wagons, Taylor 1873 worked over by Lefty Wheeler, Stoeger Coach sxs. Excited to listen and learn all I can from you all. Also a huge shoutout to the Jackson Hole Regulators for their warm welcome and hospitality last weekend! Great time shooting with y’all. Slick McClade showed me how it’s really done. He was nice enough to give me a few pointers as far as improving my transitions and being “rougher” on my new gear. Never noticed how gently I place my rifle down, and give it a “it’s gonna be alright” pat on my way to the next station haha. He’s equally as nice a guy to talk to as he can shoot. We will try our best to become regulars. Here’s me attempting my best Marty Robbins pose haha See ya on the Range Partner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lead Friend, SASS #53635 Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Outstanding, Sir! Working Latin and Marty Robbins into your first post is well played, indeed! Welcome to the fire! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Hangtree Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Welcome aboard, Barbatos, from across the boarder in Alabama. Where is Mississippi are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyrel Cody Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Welcome to the best game there is! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jax T Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Welcome to the game Barbados. Have a blast!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 That's an awesome picture! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbatos Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 8 minutes ago, Marshal Hangtree said: Welcome aboard, Barbatos, from across the boarder in Alabama. Where is Mississippi are you? Thank you. Central Ms, in the woods near Jackson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbatos Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 6 minutes ago, Phantom, SASS #54973 said: That's an awesome picture! Thanks, if only y’all knew how hard it was to get that pose just right haha I’ll do you one better...think it’ll pass? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbatos Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 16 minutes ago, Lead Friend, SASS #53635 said: Outstanding, Sir! Working Latin and Marty Robbins into your first post is well played, indeed! Welcome to the fire! I always try to play the best hand I can. 15 minutes ago, Tyrel Cody said: Welcome to the best game there is! Thank you, and you’ve got that right sir! 12 minutes ago, Jax T said: Welcome to the game Barbados. Have a blast!!! Thank you, will do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assassin Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 How's that beard when you eat rice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbatos Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 Just now, Assassin said: How's that beard when you eat rice? It ain’t no good brother. Unless you consider the unique ability to store some for later a plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckaroo Bubba Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Welcome pard! You just became part of the best sport in the World! Enjoy the ride! Enjoy the people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noz Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 That beard is gonna get caught n your shotgun and it's gonna huuuurt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbatos Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 11 minutes ago, Buckaroo Bubba said: Welcome pard! You just became part of the best sport in the World! Enjoy the ride! Enjoy the people! I’d say I’m already obsessed! 4 minutes ago, Noz said: That beard is gonna get caught n your shotgun and it's gonna huuuurt. Definitely not looking forward to that day. Now if I could only train it to load my shells, we’d be in business! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chief Rick Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Welcome to the wire. I'm scheduled to work this weekend so won't be shooting. Hopefully ya'll can make Amite in two weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devlin McBride Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Howdy and welcome from the Lone Star State. I'm a new hand on this spread too but I can already tell this is a great bunch to be riding with. Devlin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbatos Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 7 minutes ago, Chief Rick said: Welcome to the wire. I'm scheduled to work this weekend so won't be shooting. Hopefully ya'll can make Amite in two weeks. We should know a week or so out. Hopefully it works out for us. Loving this rifle by the way, thanks again for the deal! Also a huge shoutout to the Jackson Hole Regulators for their warm welcome and hospitality last weekend! Great time shooting with y’all. We will try our best to become regulars. 5 minutes ago, Devlin McBride said: Howdy and welcome from the Lone Star State. I'm a new hand on this spread too but I can already tell this is a great bunch to be riding with. Devlin Can i get a TEXAS!!! Absolutely, One of the few competition sports I’ve found where they are glad to see new comers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assassin Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Barbatos, you are the reason we all enjoy shooting. The new shooters are fun and they make things exciting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grizzly Dave Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Howdy and welcome! I was in your boots nigh on 9 years ago now. Just went to watch, wound up shooting a few stages with gifted ammo and borrowed guns. Ain't looked back since as the posse might be gaining on me! Big beards do create a few challenges, but those few among us brave enough to sport them are up to the challenge! Grizz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Welcome, Barbatos! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Saint Eagle, SASS # 64903 Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Welcome to the most fun you can have with your clothes on. Randy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbatos Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 37 minutes ago, Grizzly Dave said: Howdy and welcome! I was in your boots nigh on 9 years ago now. Just went to watch, wound up shooting a few stages with gifted ammo and borrowed guns. Ain't looked back since as the posse might be gaining on me! Big beards do create a few challenges, but those few among us brave enough to sport them are up to the challenge! Grizz Thank you sir, your videos were a help as well for a newbie like me. 33 minutes ago, Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 said: Welcome, Barbatos! Thank you 15 minutes ago, Randy Saint Eagle, SASS # 64903 said: Welcome to the most fun you can have with your clothes on. Randy I’d have to agree, now I just need to make sure I don’t lose my britches mid stage and change that saying. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Chance Morgun Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 The stranger there among them had a big iron on his hip. Welcome, stranger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Haircut & a shave, 4-bits! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbatos Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 8 minutes ago, Griff said: Haircut & a shave, 4-bits! Had to save all my grooming money just to buy my rifle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Father Kit Cool Gun Garth Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 WELCOME BARBATOS, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Miles #13621 Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Welcome aboard!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixgun Seamus Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Looks like you started out with the right attitude for this game and in the right direction with good equipment and some of the best teachers. Great picture. It only gets better from here and hang on for the ride. Hope to shoot with you some day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Miles #13621 Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 9 hours ago, Griff said: Haircut & a shave, 4-bits! Uh that's......."Shave and a haircut...TWO BITS???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramblin Randy Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Is your SASS badge number really in the 127K series? I just joined in December and my badge starts with 108. Have we added 19,000 new members in a month? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheyenne Ranger, 48747L Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Glad you're one of us. It will be a great ride, no doubt about it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 2 hours ago, Rye Miles #13621 said: Uh that's......."Shave and a haircut...TWO BITS???? Underbiddin' me AGAIN? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barbatos Posted January 16, 2019 Author Share Posted January 16, 2019 5 hours ago, Sixgun Seamus said: Looks like you started out with the right attitude for this game and in the right direction with good equipment and some of the best teachers. Great picture. It only gets better from here and hang on for the ride. Hope to shoot with you some day. Hope to meet as many as I can out on the trail, now just to obtain those skills I was instructed haha 4 hours ago, Ramblin Randy said: Is your SASS badge number really in the 127K series? I just joined in December and my badge starts with 108. Have we added 19,000 new members in a month? My sass number is 108158. I’m not sure where that other number got pasted from. Sorry for the confusion. 6 hours ago, Rye Miles #13621 said: Welcome aboard!! Thank ya kindly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croc Holiday Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 I'm new too and had the same experience all the way on the other side of the country in OR. Super nice folks for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croc Holiday Posted January 16, 2019 Share Posted January 16, 2019 Forgot to mention... Barbatos, you have my new favorite avatar lol. Well played sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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