BSM - If we did include short bios of the members, we certainly would not do it without getting their permission first.<br />
<br />
But I do like Harry's idea and think that it would make for interesting reading.<br />
<br />
Thanks everyone for your feedback!
<br />
<br />
[size="3"]In the "for what its worth department" I do a small two-page newsletter for my veteran's group. Before I started it we were LUCKY to get 5-8 guys at a meeting and those that showed up were mostly Chapter Officer's. Since the newsletter, we now routinly get 20-plus... (and sometime's its standing-room only!). Our Chapter has grown from 30-ish to approx. 100-ish... and we have members that joined just to get the newsletter... from around the nation... even Kentucky!<br />
<br />
But............ a newsletter has some drawbacks: <br />
<br />
1. It cost money to print & mail. (Tree's & stamps must die!)<br />
2. It must be consistent & dependable and ...<br />
3. It take's time.<br />
<br />
Having said this I think a newsletter is a GREAT idea as not everyone is "web savvy", a paper newsletter keeps members "in the fold" and it keeps everyone on the same page (hee hee)<br />
<br />
Santa Fe Jim /size]
First off I think they'll be sending it via e-mail or posting it here or both (no printing costs). After you get to know some of the players better you'll realize most of us are rather anal about things, anything worth doing is worth doing to excess (so it'll most likely get done on a regular basis). Lastly when you consider the second point it stands that the boys will make the time to get it done. <br />
<br />
While most of us are in love with the sound of our own voices, some might also be considered to spend way to much time in front of a keyboard. <br />
<br />
I also have on occasion been called the posse scribe and banker, but that doesn't mean I know how to use the spell check. If they start this thing I would be willing to bet the only thing missing will be "Dear Abby."
Right you are. The printing and mailing costs would be prohibitive for us. As it is I mail copies at my own cost to a few who I know don't frequent the Hitching Post. E-mail is cheap and covers I'd say about 90% of our shooters. As to consistency, remember this is the "off-season" but once things start to get warm and we start shooting again, we'll probably slow down on the publication.<br />
<br />
The second edition is about ready to send out now but I'm going to delay it to add a "Dear Abby" advice column. All questions involving romance will be answered by JJ, our resident man of the cloth. Please post your questions for Abby here and JJ will give his expert advice.<br />
<br />
<br />
<img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' />
Denny I'm going to make you pay for that last post. <br />
<br />
My first piece of advise would be by way of a question. <br />
<br />
Do you really think a fat balding old man with a cigar hanging out of his mouth is who you want to seek advise from?
Denny I'm going to make you pay for that last post. <br />
<br />
My first piece of advise would be by way of a question. <br />
<br />
Do you really think a fat balding old man with a cigar hanging out of his mouth is who you want to seek advise from?
Question for Dear JJ, in honor of our departed "THE" Muddy Gap Shootist, how do you spell "advice". No, better question, when do you use "advice" and when do you use "advise".
Question for Dear JJ, in honor of our departed "THE" Muddy Gap Shootist, how do you spell "advice". No, better question, when do you use "advice" and when do you use "advise".
<br /> As we are now in the electronic age I would suggest that MGS could quite easily take over any "advice" column and could "advise" us with his sage wisdom on all topics great and small. <br />
<br />
To further define: I would "advise" any of the posse that asking jj any of their inane questions could meet with very negative results when following his "advice." You get what you pay for and my advice is worth the price you've paid.
Dear JJ,<br />
<br />
I was out at the range yesterday shooting my Colt revolver. It sounded kinda strange and wasn't making any holes in the target. When I brought it home to clean it I couldn't get the rod down the barrel. There seems to be something stuck in there. What could it be?
Dear JJ,<br />
<br />
I was out at the range yesterday shooting my Colt revolver. It sounded kinda strange and wasn't making any holes in the target. When I brought it home to clean it I couldn't get the rod down the barrel. There seems to be something stuck in there. What could it be?
<br /> Dear Mulehead,<br />
<br />
I would recommend getting the stoutest magnum load in whatever caliber your pistol is and load it up with one of those rounds. Then you could fire that round and dislodge whatever it is that is in the barrel of your pistol. <br />
<br />
Also, just in case the gun doesn't blow up while doing this you could also be looking down the end of the barrel when firing it, thus being able to see what it was that was obstructing the barrel as it leaves the gun. Although you'll have to pay very close attention, because you will only have a micro second to see what it was in the barrel as it removes the rear of your brain pan after entering your head through which ever eye you use to watch the process as it takes place.<br />
<br />
You will have then "killed two birds with one stone" so to speak. "One" being the elimination of the troublesome difficulty with your pistol and "Two" the elimination of you asking anymore questions of anyone ever again. <br />
<br />
You might also ask your father DD if he has your insurance paid up and make sure he's there when you perform this task so he can clean up the mess afterwards. <br />
<br />
Have DD contact me and let me know how this works for you.<br />
<br />
jj <br />
<br />
<br />
<br /> The previous answer was for Mulehead's benefit only and should not be tried by any other of my mentally challenged readers. <br />
<br /> Now to get serious for a moment...<br />
<br />
Many years ago when I held an FFL (dealer's license) I use to talk with other dealers and this is a paraphrased question that was actually put to one the other dealers. How dumb do you have to be to ask if you can see the bullet exiting the gun barrel if you're looking "really hard" down the end of the barrel when you pull the trigger???<br />
<br />
Never, never underestimate the stupidity or carelessness that is possible from another shooter. Familiarity breeds contempt and also injuries. Never, never take anything for granted at the loading, unloading tables or most importantly the firing line. Especially "Well he's been shooting for forever."<br />
<br />
Let's pay attention when we're timing the shooters at the firing line!<br />
<br />
Dear JJ,<br />
<br />
I would like to know the regimen you use that has helped you attain such a high level of fine markmanship. I figure that if you can tell me that maybe I would be able to shoot better by doing the opposite. <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/whistling.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':whistling:' />
<br />
You might also ask your father DD if he has your insurance paid up and make sure he's there when you perform this task so he can clean up the mess afterwards. <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
As in previous cases we usually just wash them off the range with a fire hose.<br />
<br />
PS - I think Coot is on to something there!
Dear JJ,<br />
<br />
I would like to know the regimen you use that has helped you attain such a high level of fine markmanship. I figure that if you can tell me that maybe I would be able to shoot better by doing the opposite. <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/whistling.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':whistling:' />
<br /> I thought these questions were going to be addressed in the news letter, but since this one is from a real person I'll answer one more before saving the replies for the next issue.<br />
<br />
To acquire my fine level of marksmanship I would make a few basic suggestions: (still without a clean shoot)<br /> (Or ten ways to be more loved at the range)<br />
1. Never, never, never practice.<br />
2. If you use special prescription shooting glasses, wear them at 50% of the stages you shoot and plain shooting glasses or the ones with bifocals the other times. (One of my all time favorite excuses)<br />
3. Whenever possible ignore those little bump things on the end on the gun barrels as they serve no real purpose.<br />
4. Whenever possible shoot as many stages as you can with a lit cigar hanging out of your mouth.<br />
5. Never help out by timing or spotting before you shoot a stage as you will then be less able to screw up the shooting order.<br />
6. Never help out by submitting stage scenarios or with the set up before a shoot. (See #5)<br />
7. Never allow enough time to get ready before the shoot starts by arriving early and being relaxed with your cart, guns and ammo all set up and with time to still B.S. with all the other shooters.<br />
8. If through some miracle you find yourself at the last stage and still without misses or procedurals, immediately ask your posse for advice on how to proceed with the shooting of the last stage.<br />
9. Offer all kinds of timely advice to the shooters on your posse as they are called to the firing line to shoot. (See #8 Thus encouraging them to help you in a like manner when it's your turn to shoot)<br />
10. Practice and develop your excuses and "snappy" lines for the way you've shot the match as the implementation of the previous nine rules will require you to respond to all the accolades your will receive afterwards. <br />
<br />
If you can't shoot well you should at least be able talk a good game. Attitude is everything. <br />
<br />
The above is just the basics and can easily be developed and refined to higher levels. Like shooting a different category at each shoot to eliminate that boring possibility of improving your scores. The possibilities are endless.
8. If through some miracle you find yourself at the last stage and still without misses or procedurals, immediately ask your posse for advice on how to proceed with the shooting of the last stage.<br />
<br />
<br />
Have you ever actually gotten this far??????<br />
<br />
<br />
SK
First, for the record, I'll be extracting the useful pieces of advice from the forum here for inclusion in the newsletter column, "Dear JJ." So far it looks like it will be a pretty thin issue.<br />
<br />
I must say though, JJ is meticulous in following his "rules of engagement" offered above.<br />
<br />
As you can see, it has been a very slow day at the JJ household.
Geez JJ,<br />
<br />
I didn't think that you would go to that kind of trouble just to miss I mean shoot. I do like the idea of the ceegar tho'. <br />
<br />
Hey Tooth why did you have to bring up having to aim. Now I am all confused. <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/2gunsfiring_v1.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':2gunsfiring_v1:' />
Meant to talk to you guys about aiming , especially with the short barreled magnums we were "issued". Let's face it, the only chance most of us have for a "clean" match is in the porta-potty. Grit
I was thinking more along the lines of the dishes after we finish breakfast before the match. We'll all seen Asleep lick all the plates clean before he lets the waitress take them away.
Meant to talk to you guys about aiming , especially with the short barreled magnums we were "issued". Let's face it, the only chance most of us have for a "clean" match is in the porta-potty. Grit
Comments
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NO WAY. I want to be anonymous. <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/gunfighter.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':gunfighter:' />
Grunt
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K.C. <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/gunfighter.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':gunfighter:' />
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BSM - If we did include short bios of the members, we certainly would not do it without getting their permission first.<br />
<br />
But I do like Harry's idea and think that it would make for interesting reading.<br />
<br />
Thanks everyone for your feedback!<br />
<br />
<br />
<img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/goodguy.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':goodguy:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/goodguy.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':goodguy:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/goodguy.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':goodguy:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/goodguy.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':goodguy:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/goodguy.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':goodguy:' />
<br />
You couldn't have a "bios" from some members without the MEMBER telling you about them selfs. <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/pokey.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':pokey:' /> <br />
<br />
I was just kidding when I responded to Harry's remark.<br />
<br />
I got off the Europe's most wanted ... so we can talk. <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/gunfighter.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':gunfighter:' />
<br />
[size="3"]In the "for what its worth department" I do a small two-page newsletter for my veteran's group. Before I started it we were LUCKY to get 5-8 guys at a meeting and those that showed up were mostly Chapter Officer's. Since the newsletter, we now routinly get 20-plus... (and sometime's its standing-room only!). Our Chapter has grown from 30-ish to approx. 100-ish... and we have members that joined just to get the newsletter... from around the nation... even Kentucky!<br />
<br />
But............ a newsletter has some drawbacks: <br />
<br />
1. It cost money to print & mail. (Tree's & stamps must die!)<br />
2. It must be consistent & dependable and ...<br />
3. It take's time.<br />
<br />
Having said this I think a newsletter is a GREAT idea as not everyone is "web savvy", a paper newsletter keeps members "in the fold" and it keeps everyone on the same page (hee hee)<br />
<br />
Santa Fe Jim /size]
<br />
While most of us are in love with the sound of our own voices, some might also be considered to spend way to much time in front of a keyboard. <br />
<br />
I also have on occasion been called the posse scribe and banker, but that doesn't mean I know how to use the spell check. If they start this thing I would be willing to bet the only thing missing will be "Dear Abby."
<br />
The second edition is about ready to send out now but I'm going to delay it to add a "Dear Abby" advice column. All questions involving romance will be answered by JJ, our resident man of the cloth. Please post your questions for Abby here and JJ will give his expert advice.<br />
<br />
<br />
<img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' />
<br />
My first piece of advise would be by way of a question. <br />
<br />
Do you really think a fat balding old man with a cigar hanging out of his mouth is who you want to seek advise from?
<br />
<br />
Fat, balding, cigar? Well, they just ooze experience and honesty! People trust a man like that. You'd be perfect. But just to be on the safe side, I'd want to use a photo of you at a younger age at the top of the column just like Abby did. Can't hurt.<br />
<br />
Come on, folks, let's hear those questions for "Dear JJ."<br />
<br />
<img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/clapping.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':clapping:' />
<br />
How's that for an example D.D.?
As we are now in the electronic age I would suggest that MGS could quite easily take over any "advice" column and could "advise" us with his sage wisdom on all topics great and small. <br />
<br />
To further define: I would "advise" any of the posse that asking jj any of their inane questions could meet with very negative results when following his "advice." You get what you pay for and my advice is worth the price you've paid.
<br />
I was out at the range yesterday shooting my Colt revolver. It sounded kinda strange and wasn't making any holes in the target. When I brought it home to clean it I couldn't get the rod down the barrel. There seems to be something stuck in there. What could it be?
Dear Mulehead,<br />
<br />
I would recommend getting the stoutest magnum load in whatever caliber your pistol is and load it up with one of those rounds. Then you could fire that round and dislodge whatever it is that is in the barrel of your pistol. <br />
<br />
Also, just in case the gun doesn't blow up while doing this you could also be looking down the end of the barrel when firing it, thus being able to see what it was that was obstructing the barrel as it leaves the gun. Although you'll have to pay very close attention, because you will only have a micro second to see what it was in the barrel as it removes the rear of your brain pan after entering your head through which ever eye you use to watch the process as it takes place.<br />
<br />
You will have then "killed two birds with one stone" so to speak. "One" being the elimination of the troublesome difficulty with your pistol and "Two" the elimination of you asking anymore questions of anyone ever again. <br />
<br />
You might also ask your father DD if he has your insurance paid up and make sure he's there when you perform this task so he can clean up the mess afterwards. <br />
<br />
Have DD contact me and let me know how this works for you.<br />
<br />
jj <br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
The previous answer was for Mulehead's benefit only and should not be tried by any other of my mentally challenged readers. <br />
<br />
Now to get serious for a moment...<br />
<br />
Many years ago when I held an FFL (dealer's license) I use to talk with other dealers and this is a paraphrased question that was actually put to one the other dealers. How dumb do you have to be to ask if you can see the bullet exiting the gun barrel if you're looking "really hard" down the end of the barrel when you pull the trigger???<br />
<br />
Never, never underestimate the stupidity or carelessness that is possible from another shooter. Familiarity breeds contempt and also injuries. Never, never take anything for granted at the loading, unloading tables or most importantly the firing line. Especially "Well he's been shooting for forever."<br />
<br />
Let's pay attention when we're timing the shooters at the firing line!<br />
<br />
<br />
I would like to know the regimen you use that has helped you attain such a high level of fine markmanship. I figure that if you can tell me that maybe I would be able to shoot better by doing the opposite. <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/whistling.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':whistling:' />
<br />
As in previous cases we usually just wash them off the range with a fire hose.<br />
<br />
PS - I think Coot is on to something there!
I thought these questions were going to be addressed in the news letter, but since this one is from a real person I'll answer one more before saving the replies for the next issue.<br />
<br />
To acquire my fine level of marksmanship I would make a few basic suggestions: (still without a clean shoot)<br />
(Or ten ways to be more loved at the range)<br />
1. Never, never, never practice.<br />
2. If you use special prescription shooting glasses, wear them at 50% of the stages you shoot and plain shooting glasses or the ones with bifocals the other times. (One of my all time favorite excuses)<br />
3. Whenever possible ignore those little bump things on the end on the gun barrels as they serve no real purpose.<br />
4. Whenever possible shoot as many stages as you can with a lit cigar hanging out of your mouth.<br />
5. Never help out by timing or spotting before you shoot a stage as you will then be less able to screw up the shooting order.<br />
6. Never help out by submitting stage scenarios or with the set up before a shoot. (See #5)<br />
7. Never allow enough time to get ready before the shoot starts by arriving early and being relaxed with your cart, guns and ammo all set up and with time to still B.S. with all the other shooters.<br />
8. If through some miracle you find yourself at the last stage and still without misses or procedurals, immediately ask your posse for advice on how to proceed with the shooting of the last stage.<br />
9. Offer all kinds of timely advice to the shooters on your posse as they are called to the firing line to shoot. (See #8 Thus encouraging them to help you in a like manner when it's your turn to shoot)<br />
10. Practice and develop your excuses and "snappy" lines for the way you've shot the match as the implementation of the previous nine rules will require you to respond to all the accolades your will receive afterwards. <br />
<br />
If you can't shoot well you should at least be able talk a good game. Attitude is everything. <br />
<br />
The above is just the basics and can easily be developed and refined to higher levels. Like shooting a different category at each shoot to eliminate that boring possibility of improving your scores. The possibilities are endless.
<br />
Have you ever actually gotten this far??????<br />
<br />
<br />
SK
<br />
I must say though, JJ is meticulous in following his "rules of engagement" offered above.<br />
<br />
As you can see, it has been a very slow day at the JJ household.
<br />
I didn't think that you would go to that kind of trouble just to miss I mean shoot. I do like the idea of the ceegar tho'. <br />
<br />
Hey Tooth why did you have to bring up having to aim. Now I am all confused. <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/2gunsfiring_v1.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':2gunsfiring_v1:' />
<br />
<br />
<img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rolleyes.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':rolleyes:' /> <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rolleyes.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':rolleyes:' />
<br /> <br />
Criminy Grit,<br />
Ain't you gettin' kinda personal with the "short barreled" stuff <img src='http://www.goodguysposse.org/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/shok.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':shok:' />