New Shotgun

My backup set is now complete. I purchased a used Stoeger, Uplander side by side, 12 gauge shotgun Saturday. The only real difference I see is that the Coach gun has a 20 inch barrel compared to the Uplander's 26" barrel, so I can still use it for trap shooting.

It has taken me roughly 9 months to complete the purchase of the basics needed to particiapte in Cowboy Action Shooting matches without having to borrow something from another shooter.

Sometime in July I attended a reloading seminar at Pro Bass Shop near Ashland. Got a few ideas about reloading my own ammo.

While it has been a slow process, I recommend newcomers take their time to choose guns, clothes and other accessories for CAS. Other players are happy to let you try their guns to see they meet your needs, so take advantage of it, I am glad I did.

I found out I do better with a double barrel rather than a pump, smiply because I have a natural tendence to load ammo with my left hand.

I think things are coming along nicely, I really enjoy this game. For me I just enjoy the game and do not have expectations of becoming competitive, just in it for the fun.

KC's Corral

Shot in the Wild Bunch match with folks at Blackcreek (KC's Corral) on Saturday, August 15, 2009.

It was hot and I had difficulty seeing through my glasses because they keep fogging, but fun never the less.

CAS Gun Cart

I searched Cragslist and found this jogger stroller, which I managed to purchase for $40.00. I stripped it down and added a gun rack at the rear. Placed a SASS sticker on the front to make it official. I am using a back pack to store CAS accessories in which sits in the now modified seat just fine. I will add a cooler for drinks and snacks to the bottom basket. This will store my ammo, tools, loading block, holster, first-aid kit, hand sanitizer, insect spray, empty shells, vanity cards and a few other items.

Hey, its a start, it helps put me in the game.

The final item will be a double barrel shotgun.

PUMA M92

I like this rifle because it reminds me of my old Winchester 9422, which I loved.

It is the economical way to get into Cowboy Action Shooting. I am going to the Range on Monday to test it and see how it performs. Details later.

Third Cowboy Match - June 21,2009

Mattopani Sundowners

My third shooting match was a good opportunity to observe and talk with shooters. It was a nice Father's Day with a gentle breeze off the coast. This day was spent as a spotter, which was a chance to be an observer of gun behavior as well as techniques. I have now decided to purchase a double barrel shotgun. More authentic and I think faster for my shooting style.
Another purpose for this day was to hand off my brass for reloading. I was able to purchase only 500 counts from Starline. There seems to be a shortage and mid July is the next chance to purchase more.
Gun cart was something I have given very little thought about until this match. You want to protect your investment and the way to do that is get a gun cart. I looked at several and came to the quick conclusion I wanted something light and could be transported easy in and out of my vehicle. Short after this I read an article about protecting your firearms from sun, wind and rain during a match and to have a portable storage area for your firearms. Hence my search for a jogging stroller on craigslist.