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Glad to be here - Barvid - 01-14-2013
As most of you already know, I am not the most historically correct person when it come to BPCR, however, I am close to being able to call my 1874 Shiloh "my hunting rifle". I am working on a paper patch load for it and when I get that done, it will be my go to gun.
As for matches, I will more than likely continue to shoot the rifle I have that is most accurate. Right now that is a 40-65 Browning, however I am getting very close to a 45-70 load for my Highwall that will give me options on match day.
I am thankful that this board is here, for the education purposes as well as the entertainment. I do have an interest in the way they ran these rifle a century ago.
Best, Barvid
RE: Glad to be here - Don McDowell - 01-14-2013
Barvid welcome. This place is here so we can talk about any and all the "old" guns that interest us. So jump right in whenever/wherever you see fit.
RE: Glad to be here - chaneylake - 01-15-2013
catch a ride in my boat Barvid, a rookie living in West Tennessee and learning about my Shiloh .40-65 from the comments and questions that I ask, at the same time being a "visual learner", reading just does not do me that much good, I learn as I try and fail or have success
RE: Glad to be here - Barvid - 01-15-2013
Chaneylake, Do you shoot at Benton Gun club?
Best, Barvid
RE: Glad to be here - chaneylake - 01-15-2013
(01-15-2013, 06:35 AM)Barvid Wrote: Chaneylake, Do you shoot at Benton Gun club?
Best, Barvid
no I have not, do you know what town its located close to. I have a 100, 200 and 300 yard at the house and will be putting up a target at 500 yards sometime in late February.
I started this sport from scratch 2 years ago this past November, knew nothing about the Shiloh .40-65 that I have purchased used, did not know how to reload a cartridge nor had never cast a bullet, its been a struggle but starting to show some fine rewards
RE: Glad to be here - Barvid - 01-15-2013
chaneylake,
Benton Gun Club, Benton Ark would not be too far for you. They shoot every fourth Friday during shooting season. I would meet you there sometime and spot for you if you like. I been wanting to go there and see Harlan.
Best, David B
RE: Glad to be here - chaneylake - 01-15-2013
(01-15-2013, 08:26 PM)Barvid Wrote: chaneylake,
Benton Gun Club, Benton Ark would not be too far for you. They shoot every fourth Friday during shooting season. I would meet you there sometime and spot for you if you like. I been wanting to go there and see Harlan.
Best, David B
thanks for the info, not really wanting to travel but will do so just to learn, what are the months for shooting season
RE: Glad to be here - chaneylake - 01-15-2013
can you give a detailed list as to what I would be facing or needing to bring, I am still at the basics in this sport
RE: Glad to be here - chaneylake - 01-15-2013
(01-15-2013, 08:26 PM)Barvid Wrote: chaneylake,
Benton Gun Club, Benton Ark would not be too far for you. They shoot every fourth Friday during shooting season. I would meet you there sometime and spot for you if you like. I been wanting to go there and see Harlan.
Best, David B
do you mind giving me a call 1-731-780-4320 sometime in the future, I am retired and time just does no matter other than living, I have some questions and just do not want to type that much
thank you, Ray
RE: Glad to be here - chaneylake - 01-16-2013
David B, I really appreciated the call this morning and enjoyed talking to you. This sport is just as you stated, everyone is friendly and willing to help
Thank You,
Ray