Oklahoma Krude 16 Posted June 8 Good morning to all. I've been watching Cowboy action shooting at my local ranges here in Arizona off and on for 20+ years. It is really good to finally be here. I don't have any hardware yet but with some help I hope that will soon be a thing of the past. Please watch for my WTB posts and if you can help a partner out. 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doc Fill 'Em 67797 15 Posted June 8 Welcome! As they say in SASS, you come for the shooting but you stay for the nice people you will meet. Good luck and have fun. If I may offer some advice. Go to a few matches before you buy anything and look at the various guns and whatnot. Ask to try out a rifle or shotgun that you like. Most shooters are very generous and will let you shoot a few rounds to see if you like that particular thing. Too many times a new shooter shows up with new gear that doesn't really work for them so it is best to try before you buy. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John Barleycorn, SASS #76982 874 Posted June 8 I’d be glad to help get you outfitted John Barleycorn Barleycorn Outfitters Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oklahoma Krude 16 Posted June 8 Doc that's a great suggestion and I have done as you suggested, I've met some fine local shooters that were more than accommodating. That's why I've narrowed it down to Ruger either Bisley or Old Model Vaqueros. I've had a Ruger Blackhawk 357 for 40+ years. I've shot many shooting games just not CAS. Thanks for the reply. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oklahoma Krude 16 Posted June 8 (edited) John I'll check out your site Thanks Edited June 8 by Ornery Otis Chambell spelling correction Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marauder SASS #13056 916 Posted June 8 http://www.curtrich.com/GettingStarted01.html 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bulldog Brown 153 Posted June 8 Welcome to the Best Sport you can be a part of. If you ever get to Kansas look up the ranges, best places to shoot, and the Best people you will ever want to know. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cat Brules 1,722 Posted June 8 (edited) Thanks for joining SASS! I know you will have a lot of fun and meet a lot of greats people! I imagine you have tried all the various revolvers, but if not, please try them all: Basically: Old Model Vaquero, New Model Vaquero, Colt-type 1873 “Model P”, For a rifle, most or many Cowboys choose the reproduction Winchester, Model 1873 lever action, in caliber .38 Special. Whatever you choose, be sure the magazine will hold at least ten(10) cartridges of the caliber you choose to shoot. For a shotgun, you can pick a Winchester Model 1897 pump action or a good side-by-side (double barrel). If you choose a double barrel, come bacI to the Wire for advice!! There’s good ones and not-so-good ones. Get advice here first for that. For leather holsters and belts it’s hard to go wrong with most of the leather-makers you hear about here on the Wire, but be sure you have some idea about what you want in a holster. Best wishes, —- Cat Brules Edited June 8 by Cat Brules 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abilene, SASS # 27489 859 Posted June 8 Welcome! As part of your alias impression, will you be carrying a flask in your pocket? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eyesa Horg 1,367 Posted June 8 Welcome Ornery to the best game and folks goin. You'll find lots of Pards willing to help you out and answer questions. Hang on for the ride! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tennessee williams 2,043 Posted June 8 Welcome! Though I see nothing ornery about Otis Campbell. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tequila Shooter 903 Posted June 8 8 minutes ago, Tennessee williams said: Welcome! Though I see nothing ornery about Otis Campbell. Welcome OOC! And I'm with Tennessee on this one hard to imagine him being ornery 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Colt Laredo 27 Posted June 8 Howdy & Welcome! The Rio Salado Cowboys will be holding a New Shooters Orientation on Wed., June 17 from 3-7 at Rio Salado Sportsman's Club in Mesa. Please check out our website: www.riosaladocowboys.com. There is a link for New Shooter info at the top. Seems we have a lot of interest in Cowboy Action lately so I suspect you would not be the only one there. I'm the Territorial Governor at Rio and my contact info is on our website. Please let me know if you would like to attend. Hope to see you there! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Randy Saint Eagle, SASS # 64903 1,148 Posted June 8 6 hours ago, Ornery Otis Chambell said: Good morning to all. I've been watching Cowboy action shooting at my local ranges here in Arizona off and on for 20+ years. It is really good to finally be here. I don't have any hardware yet but with some help I hope that will soon be a thing of the past. Please watch for my WTB posts and if you can help a partner out. Welcome to the most fun you can have with your clothes on! Randy 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oklahoma Krude 16 Posted June 8 You know that's right. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oklahoma Krude 16 Posted June 8 T0 everyone that remembered ole Otis thumbs up. It's hard to come up with an alias name. can't wait to try my hand at this sport. See you all on the range. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Imis Twohofon,SASS # 46646 1,780 Posted June 9 Welcome, now go get yourself a good hat.(not required) Imis 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jackrabbit Joe #414 336 Posted June 9 Ornery Otis welcome aboard pilgrim. You got your self into one great fantastic family. Have fun, good shooting & God Bless. See you on the range some where in time. Jackrabbit Joe & Sly puppy Sun City, Az. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sarge 293 Posted June 9 Welcome to the greatest game in town. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arizona Gunfighter 334 Posted June 9 (edited) I don't ever remember Otis Campbell being ornery, he was either drunk, or sleeping it off in Sherriff Andy's jail. Now if you wanted ornery from the town of Mayberry, that honor belonged expressly to Ernest T. Bass! BTW, Welcome to the game. Edited June 9 by Arizona Gunfighter 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uncle Ethan # 94321 30 Posted June 10 Welcome glad to have you aboard Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
