Introduction
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| (1). What Cowboy Action Shooting Is All About |
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Not Fast Draw or Quick Draw |
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Shooting game using single action revolvers, lever action rifles, and double or hammer pump shotguns. |
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Timed stages with penalties for missed targets |
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Ammo requirements |
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SAFETY emphasized!
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| (2). Choosing Your Battery - I - Cartridge and Shotshell Selection - Pros & Cons of each
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Regulation Rifle & Pistol Cartridges |
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Shotshells |
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Long Range "Buffalo" Cartridges used in side matches |
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Cartridges for Derringers & Pocket Pistols
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| (3). Choosing Your Battery - II - The Guns |
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Antiques - why and why NOT! |
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Revolvers - discussion of the several types available, pros & cons of each & the SAFE way to load and unload the three basic types - Colt, Ruger & Smith & Wesson #3 |
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Barrel length choices |
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Costs |
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Gun Fit, Shooting Styles and Safety
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| (4). Choosing Your Battery - III - Rifles & Shotguns |
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Rifles - Discussion of various types & brands - Pros & Cons |
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Shotguns - Discussion of types & brands - Double, pump and lever actions |
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Long Range rifles, sights & shooting techniques |
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Derringers & Pocket Pistols |
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Horseback Events - discussion of Cowboy Mounted Shooting - a separate, but allied sport.
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| (5). "I See By Your Outfit..." - Choosing Your Character and Dressing the Part |
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Ladies & Gentlemen's basic fashions & how to assemble an economical wardrobe. |
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Holster and Belt styles |
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The SAFE and correct way to draw from crossdraw holsters
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| (6). Handloading |
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SAFETY Tips |
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Metallic Cartridge loading equipment types & Brands - Single stage vs Progressive Presses |
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Shotshell loading equipment |
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Using manuals, effects of temperature on ammo performance & safety |
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Chronographs - use, brands, costs |
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Gun blowups! Discussion of incidents and possible causes as it concerns handloading; techniques to minimize the likelihood. |
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Trailrider's Favorite Loads
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| (7). Accuracy |
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Requirements for Cowboy Action Shooting |
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Sighting In - techniques for rifle & revolvers |
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Sight adjustment - including calculations & tables
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Conclusion
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