Dutch Coroner Posted June 2 Share Posted June 2 Classic Cowboy/Cowgirl Shootists of the Year Nominations are now open! The idea behind the Magnificent Seven is for a group/organization to recognize Classic Cowboys and Cowgirls who epitomize the costuming, shooting style, and giving back to CAS that we like to think characterizes the Classic Cowboy and Cowgirl categories. Like John Wayne said about gunfighters in "The Shootist", a Classic Cowboy or Cowgirl must "be willin." It is not an easy category and rarely the fastest, but it attracts those who embrace the costuming and challenge that the category represents. Since 2010 we have been recognizing Classic Cowboys and Cowgirls who met these standards. Current Members of the Magnificent 7: Ruby Red Rider, Hot Tamale, Dutch Coroner, GW Ryder, Major Art Tillery, Pony Soldier and Sixgun Seamus Prior Winners 2010 T-Bone Dooley 2011 Lefty Henderson Shotglass 2012 RJ Law Bella Spencer 2013 Big 6 Henderson Hot Tamale 2014 GW Ryder Squawty Bawdy 2015 Doc Baker Serenity 2016 Tonic Kid Marie Laveau 2017 Chilipepper Kid Black Hills Barb 2018 Major Art Tillery Cayenne Kay 2019 Stirrup Trouble Mattie Mahala West 2020 Asa Smith Boss Shamrock 2021 Dutch Coroner Lucinda Tincup 2022 Whiskey Hayes Ruby Red Rider 2023 Sixgun Seamus Silverlocks Prior winners and members of the Magnificent 7 are not eligible for the award. Nominations are open now until June 28th. Please tell us who you believe is ‘willin” and why. Thank you, The Magnificent 7 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dantankerous Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 High Plains Hud from Lenexa, Kansas. This guy is not only an exceptional shooter and competitor but the nicest darn fella you'll ever meet. He'll help you any which way he can and if you're lucky enough to beat him he'll be the first to shake your hand with a hearty congratulations. High Plains Hud is not only a fierce competitor but he has a contagious laugh and a wit that keeps you having way more fun than you should when he's beating you. He has dressed a supurb classic cowboy style from the 1st day I met him years ago. I am proud to call him a friend and a mentor. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Travelin Travis Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 High Plains Hud gets my vote too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Creek Jack Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 Yep, High Plains Hud, top notch cowboy and competitor! He has my vote! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slick McClade Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 (edited) Ladies vote Miss Alotta Steel, she has been shooting CCG for exactly 1 yr. She always dresses the part fully going above and beyond. She has put in countless hours of practice to start becoming one of the top respected CCG’s in the game. Her sweet attitude and disposition towards everyone she meets exemplifies what a Classic Cowgirl should be. Slick Edited June 4 by Slick McClade 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cumberland Kid Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 I have some nominations, I’m having a difficult time picking one over the other, so I’ll just mention them both! Loco Leadslinger and Lever Action Landon. They’re both great guys, fun to shoot with, and hard workers. Both would be a good fit. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Hills Barb Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 (edited) I nominate Tom Payne. He has been a CC for as long as I can remember. He's a hard worker on the posse and always willing to offer helpful advice. Have harmonica, will travel! He has played our National Anthem for countless clubs, too. I nominated Tom Payne for additional reasons - he runs a SASS club and actively assists at others. I believe that he was in the Magnificent Seven at one time as well. He exemplifies the cowboy way too. Edited June 25 by Black Hills Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 What Dantankerous said. High Plains Hud, hands down. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anvil Al #59168 Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 Jax T would get my vote. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracker Jack Daniels,58780 Posted June 3 Share Posted June 3 I nominate Morgan Daniels. He is an all around good guy. He is quick to help wherever needed. He is the TO everyone loves to have. He lives the cowboy code. He has a ready smile for everyone, and that cheerful attitude that infects the posse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cemetery Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 6 hours ago, Black Hills Barb said: I nominate Tom Payne. He has been a CC for as long as I can remember. He's a hard worker on the posse and always willing to offer helpful advice. Have harmonica, will travel! He has played our National Anthem for countless clubs, too. +1 on the Tom Payne nomination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jax T Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 My vote is for High Plains Hud also. I agree with all stated above. Also Miss a Lotta Steel is quickly becoming a force to deal with for the Classic ladies. My vote is for her also. Jax T 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Rider Rudy Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 I nominate Julie Bean. She's new at this, and I know she shot at the Classic Cowboy/Cowgirl Showdown. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coosie Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 Witchy Woman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medicine Creek Kid Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 I’d like to nominate Jax-T. Back when I was shooting duelist he pulled me aside and brought me into the world of Classics. He’s always the first one to greet me with a handshake on the range and shares tips and tricks to improve in the game. He’s been a Posse Marshal on several occasions and I’ve watched him help new shooters get through a course of fire. Last year at Adobe Walls I lost a spring in one of my revolvers. Jax found out and that night he went all the way back home and brought back a set of Vaqueros for me to use in the match. At End of Trail this year we had 11 folks staying at an Air B&B. Jax went grocery shopping and made us all steaks and baked potatoes for dinner one evening making sure we all had plenty to eat. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 I'll re-nominate Cowtown Scout. Whenever anyone mentions Classic Cowboy, that's who I picture. Someone who exemplifies Classic Cowboy for the rest of us year after year, march after march. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackwater 53393 Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 My nomination may not count since I am not a CC myself, but I’d like to nominate Cleve! He’s all cowboy, all the time, a top hand and always supportive of other shooters, a fine competitor, and much more! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vic Halls Posted June 4 Share Posted June 4 My vote goes to High Plains Hud. All true what has been said. I am proud to say that Hud is a friend of mine, and a Great Classic Cowboy. Bulldog Brown 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slick McClade Posted June 5 Share Posted June 5 I’ll vote for Jax T. MCC said it all, Jax T has always been an upstanding person and cowboy. I mentioned about shooting Classic with my wife and was able to buy all my guns from him at a super price. He’s always welcoming each and every-time I see him. Jax T truly exemplifies the meaning “Classic Cowboy”. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asa Smith Posted June 5 Share Posted June 5 On 6/2/2024 at 7:07 PM, Dantankerous said: High Plains Hud from Lenexa, Kansas. This guy is not only an exceptional shooter and competitor but the nicest darn fella you'll ever meet. He'll help you any which way he can and if you're lucky enough to beat him he'll be the first to shake your hand with a hearty congratulations. High Plains Hud is not only a fierce competitor but he has a contagious laugh and a wit that keeps you having way more fun than you should when he's beating you. He has dressed a supurb classic cowboy style from the 1st day I met him years ago. I am proud to call him a friend and a mentor. Could not agree more! I have know him since he started, he has always exemplified what CC and cowboy is all about. I've know him so long I remember when he shot 250 gr. bullets and no short stroke or lowered hammers!!!!! A very long time ago! A very deserving man.... Asa 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asa Smith Posted June 5 Share Posted June 5 Jax T is another good choice... How about High Plains Hud this year and Jax T next year....? Asa 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutch Coroner Posted June 7 Author Share Posted June 7 BTT. We are off to a good start. Please keep the nominations coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruby Red Rider Posted June 10 Share Posted June 10 (edited) BTT. How about some more nominations for our Classic Cowboys AND Cowgirls! Let’s recognize these fine folks! Edited June 10 by Ruby Red Rider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shotglass 17153 Posted June 10 Share Posted June 10 My vote is also for Jax T. He’s been shooting classic cowboy for many years and he’s not been recognized for the accomplishments he’s given to the sport. Not only is he great shooter, he stays in costume from the beginning to the end of any match which to me shows the true cowboy way. ( yes I have seen other classic cowboy cowgirl immediately changing.) he is the first step up to help anyone on or off the range. I’m proud to call him my friend.. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I. M. Crossdraw, SASS# 8321 Posted June 10 Share Posted June 10 My vote for Loco Leadslinger, known him for years. Very friendly, easy going and one of the good shooters in his class. He's got my vote. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grumpy Old Man Posted June 10 Share Posted June 10 My vote is for Loco Leadslinger. Great shooter and my twin. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chili Pepper Kid, SASS #60463 Posted June 10 Share Posted June 10 I also want to throw my vote in for High Plains Hud. He showed the true spirit of the Classic Cowboy at a shoot when my shotgun broke. He ran to his car and let me borrow his back up shotgun. He is always a fun presence on the posse and he's a very good shooter! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverLocks Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 Tough choice for me. Jax T is my vote because everytime I see him he says, "hello pretty lady" Now who wouldn't vote for that? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverLocks Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 As for the lady, I put my vote in for Miss Alotta Steel. She has taken what classic cowgirl means and run with it fast to the line and makes us all look good. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidScott Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 On 6/3/2024 at 7:55 AM, Leathersmith said: Yeah that was pretty wild! I couldn’t believe it… espescially after they drew another one of my tickets for the derringer after I gave it back! On 6/4/2024 at 12:57 PM, Griff said: I'll re-nominate Cowtown Scout. Whenever anyone mentions Classic Cowboy, that's who I picture. Someone who exemplifies Classic Cowboy for the rest of us year after year, march after march. 2nd for Cowtown Scout. Anyone who shoots an 87 should be in there IMHO. Been shooting this category for a long time and has always been very helpful and has judged costume contest too. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Scalped Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 Cowtown Scout would definitely get my vote. Always in great costume and a gentleman to everybody 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Dan O'Shootem Posted June 11 Share Posted June 11 Loco leadslinger is what Classic Cowboy is all about Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lever Action Landon Posted June 12 Share Posted June 12 My vote goes to Loco Leadslinger. He defines Classic Cowboy. Newly appointed Regulator. Multi time Ohio State Champion. Has finished in the top 3 at EOT multiple times. A great guy to posse with. Encouraging even his competitors. Always willing to help another Cowboy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prairie Dawg, SASS #50329 Posted June 13 Share Posted June 13 I agree with Loco Leadslinger --Top cowboy & competitor -- Not flashy, but one of the best pards yule ever shoot with. And another vote for Lever action Landon -- Always friendly & helpful to all. And a determined competitor who gets on his game face & attacks the stages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hud McCoy Posted June 17 Share Posted June 17 I nominate Letort Lawman, not as nationally known but in the Northeast he is. Over 20 plus years of running the Perry County Regulators. Dresses the part of Classic Cowboy to the max and carries himself in the cowboy way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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