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I'm curious about how true-to-history WB military uniforms need to be with regard to rank? I believe the year depicted in the WB is 1913? In 1913 the US did not have a 5 star general (Pershing was a long ways away from that distinction) and it has not "really" ever had a field marshall or six star general status -- although George Washington was effectively the Field Marshall of the US. Anywho, would it be in poor taste to craft a WB costume that would depict the US Field Marshall/Six Star General of the time? All in jest of course. Just how does one choose their rank when crafting a WB military uniform? Thanks.

;D ;D July edition of western shooting journal has got a article entitled an introduction to wild bunch shooting in the monthly magazine written by me and I'm so dang proud I can't stand it! Dusty Boddams

I know it is a dead horse, but the subject came up again at WR. So, I began wondering how a poll would come out. I am not interested in comments, this subject has been cussed and discussed completely on here on the WBAS wire. Search out those threads and post your comments there.

I have been getting some mixed descriptions of overhand and slingshot method of racking the slide. Can someone give definitive descriptions of each. Thanks, Blackfoot

Hats off to Dusty Bottoms SASS#1907 for submitting a Wild Bunch article to "Western Shooting Journal". This is a great article promoting our sport of Wild Bunch. Go to your favorite news stand and buy the July issue. I found mine in Albertsons Super Market. This is the type of promotion that will give us great exposer in front of the shooting community. Well done Dusty........... Goatneck

Anybody got a quick rundown on the changes covered in the new WB Rule Book? Thanks, Blackfoot

Can they be legally tied down, like holsters are tied down in Cowboy Action?

Hey All, I just got a new (to me) Uberti Bisley. When unloaded, the thing works beautifully. When I load it, however, the cylinder binds and doesn't want to spin. I have tried different batches of ammo and it's not really helping. Anyone have any idea what I might need to do to correct this? Jack

Hello Folks, Please everyone, if you shoot WB, have a brass picker with you. I woke up with a back ache this morning from brass picking. :( I also hurt other places (hand and elbow). I'd like to count now and then, while you pick. Also, having a minimum of two pickers is helpful. Thank you Wobblin' Bob and Molly Magoo for always picking! :-* 8) Regards, Allie

Greetings, I am new to WB, but not to SASS/Cowboy Action. I need some advice on 1911s. I'd like to go in the direction of a 1911 vice a 1911A1. What are the preferred models/makes? Any preferred dealers/outfits? I am open for suggestions. Col Del Rio

Howdy pards, Been taking some computer classes and would like to practice what I have learned. Therefore, I figured I would offer my services to clubs and individuals. Would you like an interactive form for you website for match or annual match registration, membership or whatever? Alternatively, a new hard copy form for anything. Let me take a stab at doing it. I want the experience. How would you like a database of club members, people coming to the annual match or vendors? Even you movie or book collection? I can do that also. Put me to work. PM me with what you want and let me have a chance to do it for you.

https://www.e-sarcoinc.com/1911-general-officers-belt-set.aspx

Does anyone have any information on getting a sewing pattern for making 1900's riding breeches?

Here's an interesting snippet showing research that is closing in on being fielded, for you riflemen. http://news.yahoo.com/pentagon-successfully-tests-first-small-caliber-self-guided-164605392.html No, none of that technology was used during the BAMM side match at EOT. Good luck, GJ

Howdy all, you shoot rifle, shotgun, 45, then back-up gun! This is something our club does. So you do rifle, shotgun, shot your 45 lay it down on table then shot back-up gun. After your done you pick-up 45 drop mag to show clear and jack out live round. is it miner safty or stage DQ? your still at the line pointed down range.

I want to clarify the position of the Wild Bunch Committee on the ongoing costume subject. You are more than welcome to shoot any WB matches including the Nationals and World Championships with any legal clothing. You will not be thought less of if you wear the minimum allowed. If you have any questions just look up the rules. Our goal is to encourage as many to shoot WB as possible. We want to draw as many from outside SASS as possible while maintaining the tremendous support we have with present CAS shooters who also shoot WB matches. We are shooting a sport set in a specific period so you are encouraged to either go all out with military dress of the period or if …

Having shot only my 3rd. Wild Bunch match, I have a question. A shooter shoots his rifle and shotgun without any problems. The pistol stage is just 10 rounds, and a simple stage. 3 targets, 1 on 1, 1 on 2, and 3 on 3. The first part goes fine, as does the reload, 1 on 1, 1 on 2....then a malfunction, the shooter clears the problem, and reloads, and shoots 3 on 3, leaving 2 in the gun. My question is, can the shooter just fire the gun dry into the berm, or does he have to manually clear the gun? Being left handed, I would have to change hands to lock the slide. Someone asked, would it be an advantage? I don't know, but it would be safer, by not changing hands.

Wild Bunch Action Shooting (WBAS) - RO Training Classes Loco Poco Lobo & Nawlins Kid will hold a Wild Bunch Range Officer class at The Great Nor’easter (Pelham, NH) on Wednesday, July 23rd from 9 AM – 3 PM. Prerequisites for course attendance are: • Current SASS member • Complete familiarization with the SASS WB Handbook (http://sassnet.com/wildbunch/wbRules.php) • Understanding of the function and operation of all SASS WB legal firearms What should you bring to class? • Bring note taking materials (paper and pens/pencils) to the training. You may use your notes, but NOT the WBAS Handbook during the test. • Do NOT br…

I am new to WB. What are the preferred rifles for WB? Which should I stay away from?

Greetings, Is the Henry Big Boy allowable for Wild Bunch? Is it an acceptable rifle for regular SASS? Thanks, Colonel Del Rio

Do any of the gunsmiths out there sell Wild Bunch ready Model 12's? Thanks BB

I notice that CD Tom has made the WB posses. I'm curious if anyone knows what the posse schedule will be as there are 5 posses but we only shoot 4 stages on each day.

The mag release question prompts the question about thinning or buying certain grips that allow the thumb better "reach". I have read the rule book a couple of times and the only thing addressed are the wrap around grips, target grips, and thumb rest grips. It would seem that relieving that area is OK.

Looking for a specific mag release and maybe someone knows who made it. The standard Colt mag release is .855 inch. Most extended mag releases add 1/16th of an inch and come out more or less .925 inch. I can find these all over (I use Brownells). I came across a mag release on a used customized pistol that measures 1.055 inch. It is extended and not oversize so it is still legal for WBAS. Looking for one for a friend and my search has turned up zero. So does anyone know who makes these? JFN

Follow on to the other thread about Mod 12 mag extension. Solution was the change out Mos 12 mag tube for 3 gun and WB. Mag tubes for Mod 12 seem plentiful, mag extensions are not. But mag tube extensions for Mod 1200 seem available. From what I've been able to decipher from web info, the difference between Mod 12 and Mod 1200 seems to be manufacturing process changes, not design changes. Does anyone know whether a Mod 1200 mag tube extension will work with a Mod 12 mag tube? Appreciate those who share their knowledge and experience. B Slim