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Looking for a 1911 for WB and was curious if anyone has experience or an opinion on the Auto-Ordnance 1911-A1 GI Spec. Thanks MP

Okay; I've been banging away at this sport for a decade now, with a collection of plain-Jane 1911s, which include a beat up Remington, a Springfield, and a Rock Island Armory. Worked a couple of deals with AGW, and ended up with a Les Baer Premiere II. It is making me believe that I can actually shoot. This pistol is freaking amazing. But, I was having a bit of trouble with it igniting CCI primers, so, before going at it in my ham-fisted fashion, with my collection of wood files, hammers and impact drivers, I thought I should call the factory first. They were busy, and asked me to leave my number. An hour later, in comes a call. From Les Baer. Yeah. Les…

Does anyone make a lever carbine in 45 acp or is there a gunsmith that can rework one to use 45 acp?

Big ole Gatling ! Who’s the expert what is this thing. (First post on new wire with pictures if all goes well)

I saw an inquiry on Facebook whether this shotgun is SASS-legal. I was not aware that RIA was making a ‘97 clone and it turns out, despite the product name, that they don’t. This appears to be a reproduction of an Ithaca Model 37 in “trench gun” configuration. Alert commenters on Facebook told the fellow that it was not legal. FYI to those on this forum who may be asked about it. Nothing is more discouraging to a new shooter than shelling out money for a new gun, just to be told that it’s not legal.

So I ran into a problem with my Auto Ordnance 1911 at the Ides of March wild bunch side match over the weekend. The pistol shot and ran fine at home before I went. Loaded magazines with 7 rounds, using 7 round colt and springfield magazines. First stage, pulled pistol, racked the slide and it hung up, wouldn't strip a round and go into battery. Fiddled with the mag and release and finally got it to go. Mag was fully seated and latched. Next mag same thing. Had to push on mag and hit the slide release. I normally slingshot the slide, wouldn't work. Finally got to a stage that only had 5 rounds loaded in the mag and it cycled and fed perfectly through 5 magazines. …

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Hi there - been shooting basic cowboy SASS the past two years. I love the people and the sport. Looking to start wild bunch too. I realize this could lead to a big discussion, but I'd rather get it right up front. I need help understanding what modern 1911s are acceptable? How to make sure a modern "off the shelf" is compliant with the sport? I'm a lefty, I'd like the safety and mag release on the right side of the gun if allowed. Any list or web page link is truly appreciated. I really like Dan Wesson 1911s but would considering buying one ready to go from one of our CAS gunsmiths if needed. Hope everyone's families are safe and finding laughs in these crazy t…

Question for the room. What are the best years for the 1897 shotgun in Winchester configuration (reliability, performance) ? What is the best brand after gunsmithing for reliability(Winchester. Norinco. IAC imports, clones) Is it better to have the non breakdown or breakdown? What is the best way to check the shotgun to see if it's a good shotgun? Who are some of the better gunsmiths out there? Love to here of more experienced shooters since I only use a double and starting to do wild bunch Shooting..

Nice to see some devoted coverage of Wild Bunch events in the Cowboy Chronicle! Let's keep spreading the word! If you haven't seen the four (!) articles in the April, 2022 Chronicle, you will find them here; the 8)articles start on page 42: https://www.sassnet.com/CCArchive.php Cheers! FJT

Got your application in yet? Well, you surely should get on it. We now have two 1911s and a Dillon 550 to give away. The Oklahoma Rough Riders have been working hard to make this a great event and one that everyone will enjoy. Good food, good fun, good shootin! And all with good people! Come on out and join us. The deadline for applications to be accepted is April 15th. Contact Hondo Tweed at 405-694-5270 or hondotweed@gmail.com if you have any questions. Application attached 2022_Application.pdf

Ten of the best, most fun, stages I've ever shot. All targets, very hitable, if you use your sights. One stage had 35 knockdown targets that could be made up. Rifle was optional and no shotgun. We wanted to shoot it again, and again. Top marks to Serenity for the stages, and all the crew for a great EOT Wild Bunch match.

Has anyone seen the scores from the EOT Teddy Roosevelt and Doughboy match? Hopefully I am not just going blind....

The Oklahoma Rough Riders will be presenting the SASS Red Dirt Wild Bunch Oklahoma State Championship. Three full days of shooting, beginning with Side Matches on Friday, April 22nd. The Main Match will be on Saturday and Sunday, followed by an awards luncheon. Come out and experience the great hospitality that Oklahoma offers. Free camping with hookups is available and you will be fed good during your stay. Plan to come shoot with us and we'll show you a fantastic time! You definitely won't regret it! For more information, contact Hondo Tweed at 405-694-5270 or hondotweed@gmail.com.

Anyone shooting the wild bunch match at the Ides of March this year? I am planning on it.

The King himself, DA ELWOOD

Two awesome ladies and shooters!!

The largest wild Bunch Match anywhere ever! 10 great wild Bunch stages! We had our own unique wild bunch side matches. Everything ran on time or ahead of schedule. Hats off to Serenity THE Match Director and Legendary Lawman. We had our own wild bunch awards ceremony with food in the big tent. Hey gang,Wild Bunch has grown up! Congratulations to our winners of winners Ladies :Holy Terror Men’s: Shell Stuffer

The results of the EoT 2022 are in the books. What a great Match! Congratulations to Holy Terror who beat everyone. And to the Youth shooters Stomper and Skrap P. Holy Terror - Lady Modern and Overall Lady Shell Stuffer - Modern and Overall Man Claudia Feather - Lady Modern Sr. Lady Jane - Lady Traditional Half-A-Hand Henri - Lady Traditional Sr. J.T.Wild - Modern Sr. CN Double - Traditional Marshal Fire - Traditional Sr. It has been rumored that Shell Stuffer let Back 40 hold his trophies on the drive home. JFN

I may have noticed that one can use a 1895 Marlin in .45-70 for the Teddy Roosevelt side match. Is that true? If so, might go that route rather than a '94 in .30-30.

SASS has published the 2022 Wild Bunch Manuals. They have been combined into a Shooter’s Handbook, with everything covering the shooter and a Range Operations and Match Director’s Guide for all things to do with the match and the stages. It is our hope that this will make it easier for shooters to find what they are looking for. Suggestions are always welcome. They can be seen and downloaded from the RULES section. On this site there is also a link to a synopsis of the 2022 changes for everyone’s reference. Legendary Lawman WBAS ROC Chair

Thanks to Barb and Zona for a great AZ state WB match. If you weren’t ther you missed a great one

What rifles are used for the Teddy Roosevelt side match? Are Winchester '94's used?

anyone know how to get ahold of him? Thanks in advance.

I am copying this post from the cowboy wire as it is another set forward for Wild Bunch. We encourage everyone to consider entering. Good Day Cowgirls and Cowboys! I would like to invite all of you who are going to End of Trail in Phoenix to consider entering the Costume Contests sponsored by Wild West Mercantile. Yes, that is contests, plural. The first contest will be for Wild Bunch shooting costumes. This is a first for this event, and will have awards specifically for Wild Bunch shooters. The contest will take place Monday afternoon after the first day of WB shooting, 12-2pm in Parson's Place. Awards will be given out at the WB award ceremony. …