The Shooting Sports - Gun Club of America

In This Issue
3 Note from the President
4 Offhand Shots from the Editor
6 Shooting Sports
Always Going
for the Gold
11 Training
the Budding Gunsmith
18 Firearms
Community Gives Back
21 Roast Beast Recipe
22 GCA Member
Spotlight
Patricia
Silverman
12 The Ultimate
STRAIGHT Shooter
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26 What the
He#% was That!
28 Olympic Shooting
30 From Field and Forest to
Table and Tummy
32 GCA
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A Note from
the President . . .
Mark Your Calendar for
Gene Kelly
President, GCA
Sacramento Valley,
CA 2011
What is SHOOTFEST all about!
The GCA is trying out something totally new, a one day event called SHOOTFEST.
The Sacramento SHOOTFEST, to be held on October 8, 2011, is the first of what we expect to be
many regional events across the country. The participation and success of the upcoming event will
help set the number of future events.
SHOOTFEST will provide yet another opportunity for GCA members to get together, have FUN (one
of our four Pillars of Membership) and experience a number of new or different styles of shooting that
you may not normally participate in. If through this event you find a particular type of shooting that
“lights you up,” then we can help you find a local shooting group and get more involved; this will be a
great introduction.
During October SHOOTFEST, held in Northern California, members will experience a full day of
Fun and GCA Fellowship. Eight shooting stages will provide you with an introduction to:
• Cowboy Action Shooting
• IPSC (tactical handgun)
• Tactical Carbine (M-4 style)
• Rimfire Silhouette - Rifle
• Speed Steel – Handgun
• Accuracy Shooting – Target
• Kids/New Shooter Range
.22 Rimfire
• Shotgun - Wing Shooting
• Bonus Stage = To be announced!!!
This event includes 8 shooting stages with guns and ammunition provided!!!, professional
instruction, a box lunch and will conclude with a BBQ dinner. Come and participate, win prizes
and try new shooting styles! Contact us at 1-800-435-4262 if you are interested in helping put
one on in your area or if you are not yet a GCA member and wish to join. Join now so you can
be a part of SHOOTFEST 2011!
Limited Opportunity. Maximum number of attendees allowed!
All inclusive full day cost:
GCA Brass Members: $147 • GCA Silver Members: only $97
Minimum Shooter Age: 14
Where: Sacramento Valley Shooting Center, Sloughhouse, CA (near Sacramento)
When: October 8, 2011
Time: Shooting starts at 9am until 5pm with box lunch provided and BBQ dinner to follow.
Pre-Registration Required – No sign-ups on day of event.
To sign up, call 1-800-435-4262 or go to:
www.GCAShootfest.com
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Offhand Shots
from the Editor
By Lenée Landis, Hot Brass Editor
Dr. Seuss was absolutely right: Oh, the places you’ll go . . .
How about the Fort Carson Gate 7 Shotgun Range
This month, I had the privilege of meeting Aurora Keen, a
15 year old shooter attending her first international skeet
match at the Gate 7 shotgun range. Outfitted in her
Beretta vest with her Beretta shotgun, she sports a huge
smile, as you can see. Out of all the people, she happened
to catch my eye; she looked like a shooter who had a good
day shooting. She was waiting to hear her results and
typically thought she could do better, although her
sponsors, parents Teresa and Steven, were proud of her
showing. She shoots on her high school team and has
been shooting for 3 years, skeet for only 1 year.
Aurora Keen
One high school teammate was Morgan Craft. We would love to talk to her family too
one of these days! Morgan wound up being named to the Junior World team and will
travel to Belgrade, Serbia in the fall for the International Shooting Sports Federation
championships--representing Team USA in International Skeet—impressive! Plus, she
just received a 4 year College Shooting Sports Scholarship. Congratulations Morgan!
As for Aurora, she ended up placing 3rd for the overall, securing the bronze medal for
the Scholastic Clay Target Program women's international skeet competition. Fantastic!!!
I am going to suspect Morgan is a good role model, and the competition will urge
Aurora to new heights. I am going to keep my eye on them—but I think we can learn a
lesson from both. Practice, practice, practice and you will be amazed at the places you’ll
go!!!
Having just come from the USA Shooting Center in Colorado Springs, it is clear
shooters like Aurora have a framework in place to go all the way if that’s what they
choose. There are excellent training facilities and dedicated coaching staff available
throughout the country. We talked a bit about the scholarships out there for shooters
and I will not be at all surprised to hear her name in the future one way or another; she
also has a website for her country and Christian music at www.aurorakeen.com.
It never fails to impress me how kind,
patient, and good natured our
shooting kids are. It is a great
discipline. It is also worthy of note
how many grandparents have started
those kids in shooting.
Congratulations grand people!
Statue depicting Olympians in front of USA
Shooting Center, Colorado Springs, CO
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Arriving at the USA Shooting Center, Jack, editor of GunTech, GCA’s Silver member
monthly magazine, and I headed in two different directions and still wound up in the
same place: the indoor pistol and air rifle range. Bob Foth, Paralympic Coach and
Olympic shooter who medaled at the 1992 Games in Barcelona, spent time answering
questions and showing the target system. His dedication to helping wounded soldiers
and civilian disabled shooters is impressive. He has 3 resident paralympic shooters at
Colorado Springs. While I was taking photos of the range, Jack and Bob Mitchell,
Chief Executive Officer, arrived for essentially the same purpose. They have a
tremendous amount of information on the USA Shooting website and Bob M. gave us
permission to reprint a couple of things I felt would be of great value to competitive
shooters or those who want to be. We have included the "Ticket to Train," an essential
guide to developing skills as a shooter, a download from USA Shooting. Did I mention
Bob Foth also trains coaches
By the way, at SHOT Show, Gene interviewed Kim Rhode, 4 time Olympic medalist in
shooting . . . yes, FOUR time medalist. The interview ran in a recent GunTech. We
anticipate talking to her in Hot Brass as she works toward her FIFTH medal!
To back up a bit, we also visited Darrell Holland, his wife Rosita, and son Jonathan in
Oregon. You can visit them as well at www.hollandguns.com. If you don’t know
Darrell from American Gunsmithing Institute videos, you’ll get a very good idea of how
he operates through his articles and long range shooting services. The Hollands have
built a business that revolves around shooting and utilizes the whole family. If you’re a
long range shooter, I’m sure you know his name. If you’re interested in long range
shooting, get to know his name. Take a look at our article and you’ll understand why.
And . . . we also saw the guys at Cerakote—fantastic process!!! I think that’s covered in
an upcoming GunTech too.
So pitch in people, don’t be shy . . . e-mail me at Lenee@gunclubofamerica.com with
your articles, jokes, tips, hints, stories, shooting activities, pictures, recipes, camp songs,
all those things you tell your friends. Let’s share it with all y`all.
We’ll be heading up to Napa next week for the online GCA membership meeting which
occurs the second Wednesday of every month. It will have taken place by the time you
get this so we hope to see you on the next one . . . yep, the places you’ll go!!!
PS: We have a new camera at Hot Brass so of course I had to try out all the settings to
the tune of 500 photos. It will be useful to capture the motion of all the shooters we
find, and give us some Hot Brass covers to wow. I have to show you a photo of where
I am, untouched by any photo program. My father was a photographer so I feel like
some things are picked up by osmosis, but this light show came
straight from the Man Upstairs.
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“The goal of the Gun Club of America is to help our members have MORE FUN
with their guns and meet others with the same intent. Each issue we
introduce you to some new or interesting aspect of the shooting sports.
This month we feature the Paralympics, a sport that
any of us could move to in the twinkling of an eye… ”
Always Going
for the Gold
THE USA PARALYMPIC SHOOTING COACH
Robert Foth, known as Bob, is currently the USA Paralympic Shooting Coach
and has been for the past couple years. He started with USA Shooting in 2006
as Youth Programs and Coach Development Manager, and still retains some of
those duties. He represented us in the Olympic Games in shooting
competitions in Seoul, Barcelona, and Atlanta. Along the way, he garnered
six world records. In the 1992 Olympics, he won the Silver Medal in men’s
small bore rifle, 3 position shooting, 50 meters, at Mollet Olympic Shooting
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Range, Mollet del Vallès, Barcelona. Sports
references tell us the lead changed hands eight
times between Bob and Armenia’s Hrachya
Petikyan with the latter shooting 10.1 on the final
shot for the gold, and Bob earning the silver.
His demeanor shows he has honed that quest for
gold into a full-time motivation to coach the
Paralympic team at the US Olympic Training Center
in Colorado Springs, Co. His
future Paralympians adhere
to that idea to “plan your
work, work your plan”
as they have in place daily,
weekly, monthly, 1 year, and 4 year plans.
Robert Foth, USA Olympian,
USA Paralympic Coach
Photo courtesy of USA Shooting.
From microscopic detail to aiming for 2012 London
and 2016 Rio de Janeiro, they are motivated.
Bob has 3 resident athletes, 2 civilians and a veteran.
Bob's Silver Medal He is proud of USA Shooting’s work with military
programs and wounded warrior support; it is therapeutic for those termed
able and disabled – it is easier to shoot together with your kids or family than
to play basketball, for example. All can compete equally—hitting the target
endows you with an impartial grade. There’s no subjective or different
treatment. The focus is all on ability and results.
Bob worked for USA Shooting before becoming the Paralympic coach.
He had also worked with people with disabilities in the Civilian Marksmanship
Program. He is strong on the technical aspects of shooting, which is what
guides the athletes in their 3, 4, or 5 hours of daily shooting. The program
requires mental and physical focus, working on equipment, goal setting, and
reading about technique and the sport.
THE GAME
The governing body is the IPC – International Paralympic Committee.
About 60 countries are involved in this sport. There are 2 classes, wheelchair
and standing. Sub-classifications within allow athletes to compete against
others with a different disability.
There are 12 rifle and pistol events in the Paralympics. Shooting is from 10,
25, and 50 meters. Six events are open to both men and women, and 3 each
separately. Athletes use .22 caliber rifles and air guns (primarily PCP,
pre-charged pneumatic.)
Ammunition: For 10m events held with an air rifle or air pistol, pellets with
a diameter of 4.5mm (.177 caliber) are used. For 25m pistol events, and
50m pistol and rifle events, the 5.6mm (.22 caliber) rimfire cartridge is used.
Target: For the Paralympic Games, five different targets are used depending on
the type of gun. In major competitions, these targets are electronic for instant
scoring. The standard target is a cardboard square with concentric white and
black rings around a black center "10 ring" (or bull's-eye). In the final, the
scoring can go up to 10.9 due to the "concentric scoring."
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The bull's-eye itself has 10 inner
rings tht you cannot see here.
At the exact center is ½mm dot!
You have to hit dead center to get
the top score.
Practice, practice, practice . . .
the actual size of the target is
shown to the right here - it is not
an 8½ x 11" target! The OUTER
diameter shown here is only 2.34
INCHES!!! and the black aiming
circle is 1.2" in diameter.
Games Coming Up
The next big week for this sport is coming up
October 3-9, 2011 in Georgia at Ft. Benning. Ft.
Benning and USA Shooting host the USA World Cup Paralympic Qualifier
where competitors will try to win slots for the Paralympic Games in London in
2012. The last World Cup for 2011 will be in Sydney, Australia in November.
The acoustic, computerized airgun target
shown at actual size!
Since 1976, the Paralympics have shared the Olympic venue. There will be 12
events at the London Paralympics: five for air rifle, 10m range; three for .22
rifle, 50m range (men's and women's three position as well as the mixed free
rifle prone), two for air pistol, 10m range (men's and women's air pistol), and
two for .22 pistol (mixed 25m sport pistol and mixed 50m free pistol.)
The London Paralympic Shooting Games will be held at the Royal Artillery
Barracks (shown below) from Thursday, August 30, 2012 to Tuesday,
September 4, 2012. Roughly 100 men and 40 women will compete in the
12 events.
Other Information
By the way, did you know the US Army Marksmanship Unit actively seeks out
wounded warriors for their program The warriors are an excellent example
about what Army Strong means. Maybe you know someone who would excel
in this position. Check out: http://www.usaac.army.mil/amu/index.asp
A shortage of funding is always an issue, if you or someone you know is
interested in helping, please contact Bob at bob.foth@usashooting.org
If you’re in the neighborhood, check out the Olympic Training Center at
1 Olympic Plaza, Colorado Springs, CO. It is open to the public
and well worth the visit.
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Photo of Royal Artillery Barracks, courtesy of Michaelpead.co.uk Photography

The tour is free and it starts
every half hour in the
summer and hourly the rest of
the year. You can reach the
Visitor’s Center at
719-866-4618.
The Shooting Sports
The training center sports a
fantastic shooting range.
As you can see below in the
photos of the upper pistol
range, there are 10m targets to Olympic Training Center store window
the side and 25m and 50m to the
far end. There is an identical range downstairs.
The SIUS electronic targets are high tech, utilizing a microphone at each
corner which records the sound of the bullet's impact on the target. Because
the sound of the impact reaches the closest micrphone sooner than the further
ones, a computer can use the time difference to determine the point of impact.
It does so with near instant speed and is accurate to within .1mm.
Olympic Training Center shooting range in Colorado Springs, CO
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The USA Shooting website is a treasure trove of information. It has everything
from resources for youth programs to records and rules for able-bodied and
disabled shooters alike. You will also find various competitions scheduled all
over the country at which you can utilize your shooting skills.
Below is their "Ticket to Train" form which will help you focus on what you
are attempting to accomplish by helping you keep a conscious record of
endeavors, actions and ideas. This will be advantageous no matter what kind
of competition you are in. Go to their website and look at "Resources," and
then "Downloads" for more competitive tips.
www.USAShooting.com
Ticket to Train
Name:
Date:
Tng Year
The purpose of this form is to help you focus daily on the goals you have set
and the related daily activities you should do to reach the goals. You do not have
to write a book; simply write down before each day's training session exactly
what you are about to do. You must do this before you train--it is your "ticket" to
the range.
I. Before Training:
Performance Goal(s) I am working on today:
What am I going to do today related to achieving these goals
1. I will:
2. I will:
3. I will:
II. After Training:
Did I work on the tasks above Yes No
If not, what do I carry to next
session
III. Notes:
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Training the Budding Gunsmith
^
By Justin Ledgerwood, GCA Member
and
frugal
Complete care and maintenance of your firearms is an important part in
maintaining the value of your firearms, ammo, and firearm accessories.
Preventing rust and degradation is a must. The casual firearm enthusiast need
not spend hundreds on an advanced moisture prevention unit, just a
few dollars and an hour of their time.
Silica gel is a manmade desiccant whose main ingredient
is sodium silicate. It is porous and extremely hygroscopic,
meaning it absorbs moisture from the surrounding air and
holds it. Its properties allow each bead of silica gel to hold
a large amount of moisture. Once the silica gel reaches
its limit it can be baked in an oven, at 120°C (250°F) for about two hours to
remove the moisture.
Where do you find silica gel Everywhere!
Silica gel comes in little packets with
many items you buy at the store, such as
shoes, electronics or anything else that
moisture may damage. If you have a
furniture or musical instrument store close
by, check with them. When they receive
new products and items they usually come packed with very large desiccant
packets that are just thrown away. Another great place they can be found is in
kitty litter. Cat litter contains a lot of desiccants to absorb urine and smells.
A large container of kitty litter can be purchased very cheaply and made into
desiccant packets. Coffee filters and tea bags make great containers that will
hold the desiccant and still allow moisture to be
absorbed. Very large packets can be made
from socks or pantyhose. Take a coffee
filter and put about a
tablespoon or more into the
bottom, twist the top closed and either
tape or rubber band it shut, so as not to
lose any desiccant.
It is better to make a lot of small packets instead of just one large packet
because when the silica is packed tightly or too deep, the beads in the center
will not be able to absorb any moisture. Either make many small packets, or
some large ones and once a week or so (depending upon the humidity in
your area) shake the packet to move the beads in the middle out toward the
front and back. Since the level of moisture in the air varies with your location,
some experimentation will be necessary to find out what size packets work
best for you, as well as how often the packets will need to be "cooked."
Try out some different litters, talk to furniture store owners, and keep an eye
out for anyone giving away desiccant. Use your imagination, not your wallet.
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The
Ultimate
The
Ultimate
STRAIGHT
Shooter
Darrell Holland is not a complex man. Yep, that’s a first-rate compliment. He
is intense, focused and driven. Iconic aloofness If that’s what you see, well,
you got fooled. He says what he means and means what he says. That simple.
But that makes for a pretty short magazine article so we turn to Jack Landis,
editor of GunTech, and mention to him that we want to describe Darrell as a
person a little better for those who don’t know him, and we’re struggling . . .
so Jack gives his read:
“Darrell Holland is extremely intelligent, hardworking, innovative, constantly
searching for newer and better ways to do the ordinary in an extraordinary
way, and does not suffer fools gladly. If he likes you, you’ll know it. If he
thinks you’re less than honest or foolish, you’ll know that too. On the other
hand, if you’re a student or someone seeking information, he will take all the
time necessary to make sure you completely understand his position or the
course material.”
Jack noted, "Darrel invents about 10 things a day, and many of these have
made it to market. There are still hundreds of ideas awaiting birth in the
storage locker of his mind.” He adds, “Darrell’s focus in business is
exquisitely accurate rifles and long range hunting. He is extraordinary at
both and a superb instructor.”
His first priority is his family, wife Rosita, and son Jonathan. They all pitch in,
which is why the family business has come so far. His work is the second
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driving force - he loves what he does and figures if you’re going to do it, it
might as well be the best.
He started out as a southern California boy, growing up in Pomona. At the
age of 5, he was the proud owner of a Model 53 Winchester .22 purchased for
$19 by his father from a pawn shop. Darrell shot snails, bugs, and birds
before some lowlife stole his prized firearm. He was not deterred. He got
another .22 and shot hundreds of rabbits with his Dad in Nevada while riding
a step-through Yamaha. He mowed church yards for $5 a month and
purchased a 30-30 Winchester 94 for $90; he went on his first big game hunt
at the age of 12. He nailed a deer, and that meant less fishing trips to the
reservoir were needed to feed the family. Darrell was hooked on hunting.
Darrell has had a laser focus since he was young. At the age of 10-11, he read
everything about guns and hunting. He read Warren Page, the Shooting Editor
of Field and Stream magazine for 24 years, who also wrote the classic
The Accurate Rifle and One Man’s Wilderness. He read Jack O’Conner, who
produced a whole secret stash of valuable material, including The Rifle Book.
At 17, he challenged the Lassen College summer
gunsmithing program and did so well he was
bumped ahead to start the regular program even
though there was a two year waiting list. He
started the same day as our intrepid leader Gene
Kelly. Darrell made the Dean’s list then began
working at GunSite for Jeff Cooper.
The Gerber Guardian
is shown on the left
He taught defensive handgun shooting for a
couple years. He also worked for Bob Loveless, the legendary knife maker
who designed the Gerber Guardian boot knife, along with hundreds of others.
Because Darrell loved hunting and accurate rifles, he catapulted into the world
of custom stockmaking, rifle building, and stock work. He used beautiful
wood—bastogne and claro walnut from Don Cantwell. Eventually, what
captivated Darrell was the business of "working rifles"—matte finish,
composite stocks, everything designed for accuracy, hunting, and reliability.
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Some of Darrell's trophies hang proudly
on the wall of his new classroom

LAST TIME WE LOOKED . . .
It is the sort of thing that
makes you understand the
power of the American
Dream. Last time we were at
Darrell Holland’s, this
classroom wasn’t here. His
shop was cramped, he said,
and he envisioned upscale
classrooms.
Rosita works on a project in the classroom.
He started building it 2 years ago
from the ground up. There is a
seminar classroom and workshop,
5,000 square feet, with 800 upstairs.
His heart and soul has gone into
this, and probably Rosita’s blood,
Jack and Darrell discussing a machine project.
sweat and tears as she works behind
the scenes. They are always working together, improving what they offer
those who come to learn. It is clear that everything Darrell has done in the
past has risen to this crescendo . . . but in music, that would indicate an
ultimate end. Standing here, you have the sense Darrell is just getting started.
Darrell runs approximately six 4 - day long range shooting classes with 4-12
people each. If that sounds like a laidback time at the cabin, it’s not. You’ll
have 3-4 hours in the classroom, then hit the range. This isn't your Grandpa’s
stand and shoot at the target kind of deal . . . you’re on the ground . . .
and oh yes, you have homework at night.
You’ve basically got 12-14 hours a day of learning. You’ll be home reading
and practicing bolt manipulation. Most of the shooting is done between
300-800 yards . . . of course 100 yards is football field length, so it is clear you
need to learn advanced skills to shoot 3 to 8 times that far. The included
course syllabus, The Shooters Notebook, is a meticulous blueprint of what you
need to know.
Darrell also leads hunts, has two classes for reloading, and is the featured
instructor on a number of American Gunsmithing Institute courses. His
website is www.Hollandguns.com where you will find a wealth of
information on long rang shooting classes as well as products like his soft
sided gun case that is ideal for the serious hunter. These bags are designed to
live up to Darrell's high standards and are on sale now, go check them out.
Darrell's revolutionary Advanced Reticle Technology (ART)
is currently available in Schmidt & Bender, Nightforce and
Leupold scopes.
The Nightforce
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The Schmidt & Bender
Klassik 3-12x42 Variable.

What is ART
His website explains it thus:
It lets you shoot ANY BULLET
at ANY MUZZLE VELOCITY,
under ANY ENVIRONMENTAL
CONDITION with ANY ZERO
you choose.
Darrell says this about lasers:
“A laser won’t range in fog,
sleet, rain, snow or on a target
with poor reflectivity.”
Darrell’s rule: “If I won’t use it,
I won’t sell it to anyone else.”
Did we say he is a no-nonsense
commitment kind of guy
A semi-auto carbine in .45 ACP, designed and produced
by Darrell Holland in the late 1980s. It uses 30 round
Grease Gun magazines and field strips in seconds.
Okay, here’s a photo of the best thing Darrell ever did -
raise Jonathan, along with his wife, Rosita. That is to
say, Darrell and Rosita raised this fine young man.
Recently, he made Eagle Scout and graduated from
high school. He helps with the family business, he
hunts, and he is one motivated guy who has big footsteps
to follow---he looks like he can’t wait to embrace
the challenge.
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Pillar Bedding Rifles for Accuracy
This course shows you how to install pillars to greatly
increase the accuracy of your rifles by providing a rock solid
and stable bedding platform. Master rifle builder and
renowned long range shooting instructor and hunter Darrell
Holland explains and demonstrates the step-by-step process
of making, converting and installing pillars in your rifle.
Every step is covered in precise detail. 120 min.
DVD#3114 $44.95 ($7 S/H)
GCA Brass Member Price: $40.45
GCA Silver Member Price: $35.96
Selecting, Understanding and
Buying Pistol and Rifle Scopes
A high quality scope that will hold zero and has the proper magnification
and reticle is one of the most important components to
building an accurate rifle. But do you know what you need and
what is the difference between quality and junk
Over 100 minutes of fast moving detailed information that will help you make an
informed choice and save money by getting the most for your dollar. Numerous
questions are answered such as: What is the best reticle type for you What do you
look for in construction and optics How do you distinguish quality regardless of price
Dozens of models and types from various manufacturers are featured and explained.
Includes proper mounting techniques. Save hundreds or thousands of dollars on your
next scope purchase. Instructed by Darrell Holland.
DVD#3134 $39.95 ($7 S/H) GCA Brass Member Price: $35.95
GCA Silver Member Price: $31.96
Are you a GCA Member yet See page 34 for details.
Calling Coyotes
Like The Pros
The Ultimate “How-To” Coyote Hunting Course
Camouflage
Electronic Calls
Hand Calls
Rifles and Calibers
Concealment
Checking Sign
Selecting Terrain
Improvised Camo
Field Demos
Setting Up The Ambush
Thinking Like A Coyote
Coyote Kills Shown With
Techniques Explained
Much More!
AGI
50%
OFF!
LEARN HOW YOU
CAN BECOME A
MASTER HUNTER!
4 Hour Course!
2 DVD Set
Darrell pulls out all the stops in this comprehensive
course on his first-love: Calling Coyotes.
NOTHING is left out. He shows you every angle
and every step that you need to know in order to call
coyotes successfully: camo, scents, callers, cover,
stalking, ambush techniques, calling techniques,
tracking, shooting positions, reading terrain,
calibers, cartridges and more.
If you want to be successful hunting coyotes, watch
this video, you WILL learn how to call coyotes.
After all, Darrell has been perfecting his skills over THIRTY YEARS of calling! Not
sure he is really that good The proof is in the pudding and he has numerous first and
second place wins in coyote-calling competitions! We have a MONEY-BACK
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Custom Barrel
Your OWN RIFLES!
Detailed course gives you professional results!
Learn how to custom barrel your own bolt-action rifles! Using
a Remington 700 action, Darrell Holland takes you through the
complete process of custom re-barreling. After watching this
course, you will understand EVERYTHING you need to know to complete your
re-barreling project from lathe set-up to final installation and fitting - even how to
install a muzzle brake! Darrell starts with choosing the right type of barrel for your
application, then he shows you how to use the lathe to true the receiver and machine
the lugs to create maximum contact for smooth but tight lock-up. It’s not usually the
machining that gets people into trouble, it’s the setup. Darrell
shows you a simple process that enables you to support the
receiver properly in the lathe chuck.
Worried about the detailed measurements you need to make No
worries! Darrell explains the simple process and how the
measurements relate to the finished product. Next he laps the
lugs to the receiver for correct headspace, showing you the proper
techniques and materials to use. Even the intricate process of
counter-boring and cutting the threads is covered step-by-step, in
thorough detail. Darrell not only makes it look easy, he shows Lathe work shown
you exactly what to do and what NOT to do in order to get accurate results. Even
experienced machinists and rifle builders will pick up tips and tricks that Darrell has
learned from years of custom rifle building.
Even if you plan to have someone else do your custom barrel work, you can
STILL benefit from owning this course! Knowing this detailed information will
help you get the most for your money and you will understand each step in the process.
This course will help you as you select your new barrel, choose the options for the
installation and discuss the project with your gunsmith.
Darrell finishes up the course by crowning the barrel and installing a custom muzzlebrake.
Again, Darrell de-mystifies the process of putting a proper crown on a barrel
and shows you how to size, select and install a muzzle brake. Darrell also
discusses safety issues so you understand the tolerances required as you build a safe,
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The Firearms Community Gives Back
One of the best gifts superb athletes can give us is their knowledge, ability
to focus, and methods of training in a planned manner. One of our favorite
teams is Tracy and Lanny Barnes, young women who seem tireless in
working with kids as well as training for the Olympic Winter games in Sochi.
To actually have the opportunity to help kids, and then take
it, weaving it into their own schedules with such balance
and enthusiasm means that a group of kids receives quite the fantastic
adventure. They have never received monetary compensation for these
clinics.
The twins explain: “We
have trained kids and
have set up shooting
clinics around the
country for the past 10
years. We are more
than happy to give
back and help the
future of our sport and
shooting sports in any
way we can. We love
Lanny and Tracy speaking to the Cub Scouts
of La Plata County, Colorado
working with the kids and it is
rewarding to see their progress, how
they enjoy shooting (and skiing), and
it's is nice to see kids get out, enjoy
the outdoors, and get some exercise!”
Rubber-band Biathlon
Let’s check out the twins blog:
How are you Last week, we spent an afternoon with the Cub Scouts group
of La Plata County Colorado! There was a big handful of kids that we talked to
and played games with during their week long camp. They were such great
kids! After we talked to the scouts about what we
do, how to lead a healthy lifestyle, safety tips like
wearing helmets, and the importance of exercise,
we joined the scouts in different stations they
had set up. We did a rubber-band biathlon,
archery, teamwork wooden skis, first aid, etc.
What a blast!
After that we
headed up to
Alaska for a
block of training
at low altitude.
We spent the first couple of days in Homer
fishing with our parents.
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Lanny and Tracy show their catches of the day

Lanny and Tracy demonstrate their archery skills for the Scouts.
Cub Scout photographs courtesy of Michael D'Anna www.mdannaphoto.com
Now we head to Anchorage to train with the Anchorage Biathlon and Nordic
Club. We will be training with kids at all different levels of biathlon and skiing.
We've set up a schedule that will integrate the advanced juniors into some of
our training sessions to help push them to become better. We've also set up
clinics where we'll coach one on one with the intermediate to beginner level
athletes.
We are really excited to help the kids in this area with their dreams of
becoming world class biathletes!! We will train in Anchorage until the end of
the month, then head back to Colorado for another block at altitude before we
hit the road again and head to Vermont for some summer racing and training.
Hope you’re doing well and having a great summer. Take care.
Tracy & Lanny Barnes, US Olympic Biathletes
www.twinbiathletes.com
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The latest competition news from the twins includes:
Tracy and Lanny, Twin Biathletes, competed in the US and North American
Summer Biathlon National Championships August 6th & 7th, 2011, in
Burlington, VT. Lanny took home a first and third place finish and a Summer
National Championship title and Tracy boasted 2 second place finishes.
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The first race on Saturday was a 7.5km sprint with two shooting stages and
three 2.5km loops. The athletes battled through severe heat and humidity in
Vermont which left the athletes exhausted and overheated after the 7.5km.
Tracy only missed one shot out of the 10 total for the day. She was on her way
to battling for the win, but fell before the finish and lost valuable time and had
to settle for second place. Lanny missed one shot in both of her shooting
stages to finish in 3rd place.
Sunday's race was a pursuit format. The athletes started in the order they
finished, but were separated by 30 seconds instead of the usual time back from
the sprint race the day before.
The athletes had an even bigger challenge than Saturday's heat. Rain soaked
the moss covered asphalt Saturday night and into Sunday morning and left the
trails slick and dangerous. With hairpin downhill turns, the athletes buckled
down and held on tight while making the turns and hoping not to slide off the
course on their roller skis.
Lanny skied a conservative race and posted only one miss out of the 20 shots
for the day, not only finishing in first place and taking the Pursuit Summer
National Championship title, she was the best shooter on the day for men and
women. Tracy struggled at the range on her first shooting stage, but battled
back after that to finish second behind her sister.
These races were the first of two race series that determine who will head to
Europe in November for a chance at the early season world cups. The points
the twins earned here put them in a great spot leading into the next set of
trials in October in Utah. The best two of four races from this past weekend
and the races in October will be used to determine the European Team for
the winter.
Check back on www.twinbiathletes.com for updates on the U.S. Biathlon
World Cup trials and other races and
competitions. The
twins will now head
back to Colorado for
two months of hard
training before the
next races in Utah in
October.”
Rather than being
part of USA Shooting,
they are part of
Biathlon. These two
are all around,
competitive, tough
outdoor athletes. Biathlon is a grueling sport, combining cross country skiing
with target shooting. We will check in with them from time to time . . . in the
meantime, you can follow their blog at: www.twinbiathletes.com.
Donations are always welcome and appreciated!!!
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Let’s support them, they represent us all!!!
Photo above courtesy of Tracy and Lanny Barnes

Roast Beast
Recipe
This delicious recipe
has been sent in
by Doc Dawn Obrecht
• One roast, unknown kind
• 1 large can tomatoes, with liquid
• 1 quartered onion
• 4 carrots cut in 1 inch pieces
• 4 celery cut in 1 inch pieces
• 2 potatoes cut in chunks
• 1 can or package of cut green beans
• Additional vegetables
(I use anything in my refrigerator that needs
to be cooked).
• Season to taste with salt and pepper,
garlic salt, or seasoning salt.
Put all ingredients in crock pot, turn on, and leave for
the day. Your dinner will be ready when you get home!
____________________________
I try to clean out the freezer in the fall at the start of
each hunting season; a great time for roast beast! I
sometimes find one of these at the bottom of my
rather deep freezer chest; I don't always know how long
it has been there, or even if it is elk, deer, or
antelope roast. It doesn't matter, as they are all good!
My experience is that they keep way beyond the 8
months recommended, still providing an excellent
one-pot meal that can be started in a crock pot and
left alone to cook while I am at work.
Editor’s Note:
Doc Dawn Obrecht is our guest chef this issue! She does a lot of amazing things
and one of those upcoming projects is writing a book filled with hunting and
gardening tips, plus recipes. Read more about Dawn on page 30.
Share YOUR favorite recipes with your fellow GCA Members!
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GCA Member Spotlight
Patricia Silverman
I did not grow up with guns; they were not part of my
surroundings. However, I did learn a lot about the
world in which I live.
Patricia practicing at
the Sheriff’s range
with an SSAR-15
Talking with people I
worked with gave me a good
idea of how the world functions.
When I came across the movie Shooter,
I found a story line that was just too close
to the truth. What I saw seemed too real
and I wanted to be able to protect myself!
I went to a pawn shop and bought a gun. It was a Savage 64 in .22LR
and I made my first rule… If I could not hit what I was aiming at I would have to give
it up. I found a local shooting range, Jim’s Pistol Arrow, and since it was .22LR he
allowed me to shoot the rifle indoors. I started getting hits and then I found out that
my local Sheriff allows the public to use his range once a month. I started shooting
there which extended my range to 50 yards and occasionally to 200 yards. Then I was
given a Remington 700 in .308. I bought a 10x mil dot scope for it, and a Harris
bi-pod. I could not shoot the .308 inside, so I was shooting that at the Sheriff’s outdoor
range as well.
Not having been raised with guns, I did not know how to care for them. Because I did
not clean and oil the Savage, soon it needed repair and I had to find a gunsmith. I
almost ended up sending it to Savage for there turned out to be only one gunsmith in
the area. He ultimately did repair the Savage.
The Savage 64 in
.22LR that started it all
The bug caught me.
I liked guns and wanted
more; more than that, I wanted to be able to take care of
them. Searching online I came across the American Gunsmithing
Institute. Still not sure this was for me, I called and talked to Cheri who became
my guidance counselor. I tried the Practical Gunsmithing course, passed it, and with the
agreement of my partner, I enrolled in the Master Gunsmithing Course. Through this
course I have had the honor of meeting some of the best Craftsmen in the world,
Darrell Holland - Master Machinist, Master Gunsmith, Master Instructor; Robert
Dunlap - Master Gunsmith and Master Instructor; Ken Brooks - Master Gunsmith and
Master Instructor; and Gene Shuey - Master Gunsmith and Master Instructor. The one
who goes most unrecognized is Gene Kelly, who came up with the idea and found a way
to bring these great Craftsmen together. He also made it possible for those of us who
love working on and shooting guns to belong to the Gun Club of America.
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Along the way Patricia built an
AR-15 and got an AR-7. Patricia's AR-7 Survival
Rifle, originally designed for the US Air Force, is
shown here. Did you know it floats

Ruger 10/22 that Patricia
fixed and sold herself on!
When one of my friends heard that I was
becoming a Gunsmith he gave me a project gun to work on.
It was a Ruger 10/22 with a pitted barrel and a broken rear sight. I stripped
the barrel, re-blued it, and replaced the rear sight. I also replaced the parts someone had
removed when trying to make it into a select fire .22LR. Turned out I liked the gun and
ended up buying it from him.
I have an AK-47 in the making and got another Remington 700 this time in 22-250;
can you tell I watched Calling Coyotes like a Pro . . . My partner has a Glock 22 in .40
S&W and on my list is a 1911 in .45ACP. Guess you can tell that I have become
addicted to guns.
As a part of the Master Course I received a Silver membership in the Gun Club of
America. There I found I was not strange, there really are others out there who love
guns. After my free trial offer ended I started my paid subscription to the GCA.
I got a chance to attend the Bash in Carson City and had a blast. I took Darrell
Holland’s long range shooters course while there, and learned a lot, so much so that I
got the Most Improved Long Range Shooter Award. Seriously, though, the Bash was a
life changing experience. We had the opportunity to interact with Darrell, Bob, Ken,
Gene S. and Gene K. to name a few.
Remington 700 in .308,
10x mil scope with
a Harris Bi-pod
Also at the Bash I had my first exposure to the
wonderful world of full auto. Now addicted to full auto, and unable
to pay the steep entry price, I found a Slide Fire Solutions Stock for the
AR-15. Changing the fixed Stock AR to a Carbine style AR, I was able to put the
SSAR-15 on my AR-15. Even though it has a semi-auto trigger group it does allow for
the feel of select fire and is a whole lot of fun to shoot.
Well, I passed the exams for the Master Level Gunsmithing course and, after haggling
with the BATFE and my local zoning people, I have an FFL and a business, P&P
Gunsmithing, LLC. located in Wauchula, FL. My business is growing and I find that
once people get a chance to see my work and get to know me, more work comes my
way. I am confident my business will continue to grow.
Editor’s note: Patricia is pretty dedicated when she starts something - she whetted her appetite
with the AGI Practical Gunsmithing Course, and went on to take the Master Gunsmithing
Course which includes pistol, rifle, rimfire rifles, shotguns, welding and machine shop. She also
took the Law Enforcement Armorer's Course. She passed them all, of course, and can be counted
on for input in the monthly GCA web meetings. Congratulations on becoming a
Professional Master Gunsmith and starting your own gunsmithing business Patricia!
__________________________
If you have an interest in becoming a Certified Professional Gunsmith
like Patricia call AGI at 1-800-797-0867.
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Bureau of Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education (Bureau). The Bureau has
determined that this institution’s operational plan satisfies the minimum standards listed
in the Educational Code section 94915 (b).”
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What the He#% was That!
As one of the few licensed gunsmiths in New York City,
I thought I had seen it all regarding ignorance in firearms
knowledge. I always felt it was part of my profession to help
educate both law enforcement and civilians alike so they may safely and
properly use firearms and enjoy such ownership.
Well, just when I thought I had seen it all, a gentleman came into my shop and
set a new record in the “What The #*!*!” category. The fellow, aged 62, is
retired from the NYPD. For whatever reason, a decision was made between
him and his wife that he should sell his guns and be done with them. So after a
brief phone call, he came into my shop with one Smith & Wesson Model 10,
.38 spl revolver and one Colt Detective Special, also in .38 spl.
As he stood at my bench, I asked him to unload the guns, so I could have a
look and make my offer. Upon emptying the guns I saw on the bench 6 158 gr.
lead round nose cartridges and what appeared to be 6 wadcutters. I initially
asked why he chose wadcutters in his back up/off duty weapon. He replied
that the last time he went to the range someone suggested that the way he
shoots, this type of ammo is what he might as well use, or words to that effect.
They then handed him some of this mystery ammo and off he went. He used
this ammo for the last portion of his service and had carried it ever since.
I couldn’t understand the advice about carrying wadcutters, but when I picked
one up, I didn’t believe what I was seeing. These weren’t wadcutters. THEY
WERE BLANKS! I was in such a state of disbelief, I immediately stuck a small
screwdriver through the cardboard top and out came nothing but powder.
When I brought this to his attention, I think he was both shocked and relieved
he had never been involved in a shootout. We’ll never know what kind of
perverted joke this might have been and luckily it didn’t have a tragic ending.
Lessons Learned
Bullets are Bullets, Blanks are Blanks;
Know the Difference.
For a variety of
reasons, I shouldn’t
have to explain this.
WARNING: Blanks are still
to be considered dangerous.
These are not toys!
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KNOW THE DIFFERENCE!

Contributed by
Dino Longueira
Owner of Majestic Arms,
Staten Island, NY
Dino is shown here with Jack Landis,
GCA Connection Editor at the
2011 SHOT Show
If you have a life lesson to share, write it up and send it
(with pictures if you have them) to:
GCA - HOT BRASS
351 Second Street, Napa, CA 94559,
Attention: Lenée Landis, or email
Lenee@gunclubofamerica.com
On a lighter note . . .
GCA
FELLOWSHIP
Send in your articles,
jokes, tips, hints, stories,
shooting activities,
pictures, recipes, -
all those things you
tell your friends.
Let’s share it with
the world.
not even sure if we should put this one on the same page but here goes . . .
From GCA Connection
Editor, Jack Landis:
We shared these pictures with
our GCA Members back in
the February 2011 Issue of
GCA Connection Magazine.
Thought it was worth sharing
them with our new
Brass Members also.
At the beginning of the year
I received a couple of
captioned pictures that Dino's
wife and acknowledged
superior Joanne took while
I was doing an interview with
Dino for GunTech DVD
Magazine. Since Dino
apparently feels that he is
now qualified to do humor as
well as gunsmithing, I
append these pictures here.
Modesty, and my mother’s
injunctions against harming
the helpless innocents of this
world, prevent me from
captioning them myself.
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Olympic Shooting
In 1900, shooting live pigeons was an Olympic shooting sport. Now, the
pigeons are clay. Since that time, the shooting competitions have been PC'd;
no longer do they utilize human or animal target shapes. The shooters however
haven't changed, they have just as many stories behind them, along with superb
discipline, commitment, and training.
There are a number of disciplines in modern day Olympics involving pistol,
rifle, and shotgun. In another article in this issue, we take a look at the
biathlon twins, who excel at the art of skiing and shooting. Anyone who has
had to run and shoot knows it is almost a superhuman feat to instantly harness
that calm spot inside allowing you to shoot without wildly flinch-pulling the
trigger while your heart is pounding and your lungs are burning. Accuracy
requires laser concentration and physical focus.
The International Shooting Sports Federation governs worldwide events through
the national bodies which govern each country. USA Shooting was born in
1995, chartered by the US Olympic Committee. It currently oversees the
organization and management of programs and events at all levels, national to
local. The ultimate outcome most of us enjoy are the athletes that represent the
USA. Of course, there is the added bonus while watching the Olympics of
admiring the superb abilities and back stories of all athletes who reach that level.
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USA Shooting also has strong impact on the
direction of shooting matches and programs
at all levels, national to local. Their mission
statement says it concisely: Prepare American
athletes to win Olympic and Paralympic medals,
promote the shooting sports throughout the US,
and govern the conduct of international
shooting in the country. Prior to this, the NRA
handled training duties for over 100 years.
The NRA came about in the US because
Union officers were concerned about the poor
shooting skills of their soldiers during the
Civil War, and the rifle was the main focus.
Although USAS receives some funding 2005 Korean Crown Trophy on display
support from USOC, it relies mainly on
individuals, corporations, membership dues and event fees. USA Shooting
is a 501(c)3 corporation so donations are tax deductible. According to
USA Shooting, the general public is the main support of their program.
USA Shooting is based at the Olympic Training
Facility in Colorado Springs, CO, home to one
of the largest indoor shooting facility in the Western
Hemisphere. Athletes and coaches train here for a
multitude of competitions, camps, and championship
matches. Outdoor ranges are located about 25 miles
away on 102 acres at the edge of the US Army's Fort
Carson.
Currently there are 15 events—six for women and
nine for men, divided among the 3 disciplines.
Events include trap, skeet, air pistol and air rifle, and
The Butterworth Trophy
small bore rifle three position and prone. If you’re
interested in trying to qualify for the USA team, the policies and procedures are
available on their website at www.usashooting.com
Youth programs are in place at USA Shooting as well and college age juniors
have the opportunity for scholarships. Paralympic Games have two classes of
shooting. According to the International Paralympic Committee, the
classifications are SH1, pistol and rifle competitors who do not require a
shooting stand, and SH2, which are shooters who can’t support the weight of
the firearm and do require a shooting stand. The shooting classification rules
are available as a pdf at http://www.ipc-shooting.org/Classification/
A Rising Star:
Jamie Beyerle, who began shooting at 8 years old, is currently the world’s top
ranked 3 position rifle shooter and has qualified for nomination to the 2012
Olympics in London. Upon approval by USOC, this will be her second
Olympics. She has made an impressive improvement in earning 3 gold medals
in World Cups after placing 4th in Beijing and credits Coach Dave Johnson,
USA Shooting, Coach Tom Tomas, and the US Army Marksmanship Team.
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From Field and Forest
to Table and Tummy
A Former Vegetarian’s Incomplete Guide
to Hunting, Harvesting and Harmony
By Dawn V. Obrecht, M.D.
Excerpts from Introduction
I have taken enormous joy in hunting with my husband for
more than 20 years. Together, we savor the experience all
year, sharing the bounty and the memories with family and
friends until it is time to do it again. Of course, hunting is
not for everyone, but eating is!
Serving a meal of produce from the garden and harvest from
the hunt brings a big smile to my face, so I have created
mouth-watering recipes that use fresh, real food ingredients
from my own back yard. For the non-hunter or non-gardner,
comparable ingredients are available for purchase in most
communities, often from local farmers and ranchers.
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Hunting and growing our own food can be a family bonding
time. Many hunters and gardeners take pride in sharing
their activities with family and friends, participating in the
process of putting food on the table together. Instead of
seeing the hunting trip as something that separates
couples, it can be a time of bonding by joining the hunter,
or finding ways to cook the catch.
For those who want to go along but have no interest in
actually killing an animal, consider being the trip
photographer. Enjoy the beauty of nature and the benefits
of hiking, or explore the surrounding area to locate unique
stores or cafes. Or increase a hunter’s enjoyment of the
sport from behind the scenes by discovering recipes for the
bounty. In the garden, learn what produce thrives in your
area and experiment with new varieties and methods of
preparation.
Hunting and gathering contribute to my enjoyment of
nature. I feel something almost primitive at the very
thought of hunting for food. As autumn approaches
and my garden begins to ripen I know hunting season is just
around the corner and I get in touch with a basic part of
myself unlike anything else I know.
____________________________________
BIOGRAPHY:
Dawn V. Obrecht is a medical doctor residing in
Steamboat Springs, CO with her husband, Erik Landvik.
She hunts, gardens, writes and sometimes practices
medicine. Her first book, Mission Possible:
A Missionary Doctor’s Journey of Healing
was published in 2008 and is available on
Amazon or her website:
www.docdawn.com
We have a wonderful recipe
contributed by Dawn to share with
you on page 21. Enjoy!!!
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GCA Gets Mail
Dear Jan,
As a fellow AGI student I finally got around to
listening to the phone interview you did with
Gene. I began a gunsmithing business (Skypilot
Gunsmithing) a year ago, but had to shut the
doors for 6 months while I have been deployed to
Iraq. I am looking forward to getting back and
blowing the dust off and getting things started
again. I just wanted to send a quick note to let
you know I appreciated your thoughts and
insights and look forward to putting many of
them into practice as I jumpstart my business
upon my return. I hope your week is going well.
It is good to see a fellow AGI student/graduate
doing well and having fun!
Chaplain Patrick "Skypilot" Genseal
321 AEW Wing Chaplain, Sather AB, Baghdad, Iraq
Jan and Rascal, best friends,
take a break in his shop.
Thanks for all you do Skypilot!
Jan-Steven Merson (shown above) passed the letter above on to our office. Skypilot is
referring to the AGI teleseminar “How to Make a $100,000 a Year Gunsmithing” in which
AGI’s Gene Kelly and AGI student/GCA member Jan-Steven Merson discuss how Jan grew
his business. Jan is a very, very busy gunsmith. He credits the AGI gunsmithing program for
his competitive edge. Jan may still be doing business from his garage, but he states that he is
now earning over $100,000.00 annually and is thinking it’s time to expand the business to a
storefront. If you would like to listen to the free interview go to:
www.americangunsmith.com/100k/
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Dear GCA Members:
For years we have looked for a Marlin lever gun buttstock with a raised comb
to facilitate the use of scopes and Red Dot sights. We don't want to cob up our
original stocks with wood or Bondo, just want an inexpensive replacement for
field use. The originals are designed for iron sights and the combs are way too
low to support a good cheek weld. This is annoying at best, and painful at
worst, particularly in the '95 with heavy .45/70 loads.
We have the opportunity to acquire some with a 1" raised comb for the
centerfire guns (pistol grip & straight stock carbine) and the Model 39 rimfire
guns in both configurations as well. Cost will be about $70 for this first run and
they will require final sanding and finishing. We will probably include a deal of
some sort on the AGI Stock Finishing course which includes finish.
Call Jack Landis at 1-800-797-0867 x104 or email me at
jlandis@americangunsmith.com
ASAP and let me know the level of interest out there.

PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE
Hi, I am the wife of a retired chief deputy. For many years he attended many of the
competitive shoots hosted by neighboring police departments. It was good practice
because policemen do not typically draw their weapons a lot. The competition was
good, too, as it made the men and women perfect their techniques.
I was surprised at one shoot, long ago, in a department outside Chicago. When the men
went to the firing line, the room was totally dark. Then, a set of cruiser lights went on,
in effect, to resemble what it would be like on a call in the middle of nowhere! How
clever! Because this is how it will really be!
They also practiced shooting with their nondominant hand . . . in case their dominant
hand became nonfunctional. They would have shoots outside, in the dead of winter,
when cops usually have gloves on, and can slip and slide around the ice and snow.
Likewise, shoots were held in 97 degree weather in summer, when a gun can easily slide
out of a sweating hand, and when sweat is dripping in your eyes so you can hardly see.
These are practices that must be done - often - in as many different scenarios as can be
thought of. The 'bad guys' do not just misbehave in broad daylight in the middle of a
street.
There is a range near where we live where the cops have maybe 3 days a week in midday
to practice. This is not good. They must practice in all kinds of weather. I share these
things, and I know that you understand. The ladies practicing in high heels was not
absurd. Cops must be prepared all the time, even when off duty, and no one can predict
what or when something will happen.
We laud you for your attention to this simple fact: practice makes perfect!
Sherry Kanoski, Bridgman, MI
Thanks Sherry for saying it so well, and from another point of view--perfect practice makes
perfect shots. For those just joining us, in last month’s column "Offhand Shots" we remarked
on someone mentioning “high-heeled shoots” - first it sounded odd, but then we realized that
this might be the equipment you’re wearing when you HAVE to shoot, rather the equipment
you wear when you WANT to shoot.
If you’re new to shooting and don’t know who to go to for training, ASK!
Coming up in the next issue of Hot Brass
We meet Sara Ahrens . . . you might be watching her
on Season 3 Top Shot! Or maybe she’s gone! We
don’t know, because she can’t say . . . but we do
know this: we met Sara at the SHOT Show and
were impressed by this young woman. She’s a
Mom, Army Vet, police officer, SWAT, wife, and
show competitor . . . we know her son likes to shoot,
her daughter is a theatric dynamo, and her husband
is a police officer who probably has infinite patience!
Two other things we know
She loves bougainvillea!, and . . .
we are proud to say,
she shoots like a girl!
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Larry Makes Me Laugh . . .
Larry is a Silver GCA Member who has embraced the job of making our
editor laugh . . . therefore, we give him a page this month!
One dark night outside a small town in Minnesota, a fire started
inside the local chemical plant, and in a blink of an eye it exploded
into massive flames. The alarm went out to all the fire departments
for miles around.
When the volunteer fire fighters appeared on the scene, the
chemical company president rushed to the fire chief and said, "All of
our secret formulas are in the vault in the center of the plant. They
must be saved. I will give $50,000 to the fire department that brings
them out intact." But the roaring flames held the firefighters off.
Soon more fire departments had to be called in as the situation
became desperate. As more firemen arrived, the president shouted
out that the offer was now $100,000 to the fire department who
could bring out the company's secret files. Still no takers.
From the distance, a lone siren was heard as another fire truck came
into sight. It was the nearby rural township volunteer fire company
composed mainly of Norwegians over the age of 65. They had fled
Europe after WW2, and established their own town.
To everyone's amazement, the little run-down fire engine,
operated by these old Norwegians, passed all the newer sleek
engines parked outside the plant . . . and drove straight into the
middle of the inferno!
Outside, the other firemen watched as the Norwegian old-timers
jumped off and began to fight the fire with a performance and effort
never seen before. Within a short time, the Norsemen had
extinguished the fire and saved the secret formulas.
The grateful chemical company president joyfully announced that for
such a superhuman feat he was upping the reward to $200,000,
and walked over to personally thank each of the brave elderly Norse
firefighters.
The local TV news reporters rushed in after capturing the event on
film and asked, "What are you going to do with all that money"
"Vell," said Olee Larsen, the 70-year-old fire chief, "Da furst ting vee
doo is fix da brakes on dat truck!"
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___________________________

According to Larry:
Some statistics about Doctors:
A. The number of physicians in the US is 700,000.
B. Accidental deaths caused by physicians per year are
120,000.
C. Accidental deaths per physician is 0.171.
Statistics courtesy of US Dept. of Health Human Services.
Some statistics about Guns:
A. The number of gun owners in the US is 80,000,000.
(Yes, that's 80 million!)
B. Accidental gun deaths per year, all age groups, is 1,500.
C. The number of accidental deaths per gun owner is
.000188.
Statistics courtesy of FBI
Now think about this . . .
So, statistically, doctors are approximately
9,000 times more dangerous than gun owners.
Remember, "Guns don't kill people, doctors do."
FACT: NOT EVERYONE HAS A GUN,
BUT ALMOST EVERYONE HAS AT LEAST ONE DOCTOR.
Please alert your friends to this alarming threat.
We must ban doctors before this gets completely out of hand!
___________________________
Larry writes the following: Lenee, you haven't hollered 'uncle' yet so here's
another joke.
An English professor wrote the words "A woman without her
man is nothing" on the blackboard and directed the students to
punctuate it correctly.
The men wrote: "A woman, without her man, is nothing."
The women wrote: "A woman: Without her, man is nothing."
Punctuation is everything!
:D
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Glossary for Gunners
Gun Digest Classic Reprint from 1945
Action: Breech mechanism of a gun, by which it is loaded and unloaded.
Automatic: Used to describe certain shotguns, pistols and rifles, which should be
called "autoloaders." True "automatics" fire a rapid series of shots by a sustained
trigger pressure on the trigger.
Ball: Earlier term for "bullet," and still used in some military terminology.
Ballistics: Science of projectiles in motion.
Barrel: The part(s) of a gun through which passes the bullet or shot, traveling from
breech to muzzle.
Base Wad: Compressed paper filter inside a shotshell, varying in size and form.
Battery Cup: Type of shotshell ignition form in which the cap or primer is held.
Beavertail: Gun fore-end that is usually wider than it is deep, and generally
hand filling.
Belted Case: Cartridge case with a band or belt at base, just ahead of extractor
groove, and on which case (otherwise "rimless") positions headspines in rifle
chamber.
Blueing: Rendering (ferrous) gun metals black or blue (brown, in an earlier day) by
various chemical processes.
Bore: The inside of the barrel of a gun of any kind and, in rifled arms, the
dimensions, usually of the barrel before rifling.
Breech: Rear end of the barrel bore, or generally the place where the back of barrel
and action lie.
Breech Bolt: The part of a breech that resists the rearward force of the combustion
that occurs when a cartridge is fired.
BT: Boat-tail, referring to the base-taper given certain bullets to give them greater
efficiency at long ranges.
Bullet: The projectile only, not to be applied to the cartridge. See also "Ball."
Caliber: Bore or groove diameter expressed (in English) in decimals of an inch,
otherwise in the metric system. Frequently compounded to indicate powder
capacity of cartridge case; to show date of adoption; to show case length or to
show proprietor, etc. E.g., 30-40, 30-06, 8x57mm or 375 Holland & Holland.
Cannelure: Circumferential groove(s) around a bullet or cartridge case. In the latter
refers to extractor groove, in lead bullets the lubrication grooves, in jacketed
bullets the expansion point and/or where case is crimped.
Cartridge: Commonly, today, the brass or copper envelope that contains powder,
primer and projectile, but applicable to shot-shells, too, whether of all brass
(not common) or paper and metal combinations, and sometimes plastics.
CF: Centerfire (cartridges); those ignited by means of (generally) a separate and
replaceable primer.
Chamber: That part of the bore, at the breech, formed to accept the cartridge.
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Choke: The constriction of a shotgun bore at the muzzle to various degrees,
designed to control pellet charge spread at the target.
Choke, Adjustable: Mechanical device of many designs, attached to the muzzle of
single barreled shotguns to permit alteration of choke from "cylinder" (little or no
bore constriction, throwing widespread, short range shot patterns) to "full" (the
greatest bore constriction, throwing tight, dense patterns at long range), with any
degree of choke wanted available (usually) between those settings.
Grip: The part of the stock held by the trigger hand. Also, sometimes, "hand" or
"wrist."
Group: Number of shots fired into a target (number and range optional), usually
with one sight setting.
Cone: In a shotgun, the tapered area leading from the front of the chamber to the
bore diameter proper. See "Throat."
Corrosion: In a barrel, the eating away of the metal by chemical actions, as by
rusting, powder or primer action, etc.
Creep: The movement or drag of a trigger before it releases.
Crimp: The bending inward, of the case mouth perimeter, in order to grip and hold
the bullet, or to keep the shot charge in a shotgun case intact.
Cylinder: In a revolver, a cartridge container that rotates (generally) around an axis
parallel to and below the barrel.
Die: In handloading ammunition, any of a number of tools used to size bullets or
cases, seat bullets, etc.
Double Action: Usually applied to revolvers, referring to one that is fired
successively by simply pulling the trigger. This movement cocks the hammer,
rotates the cylinder and releases the hammer, thus two (double) or more actions.
Drift: The angle of movement, to right or left, away from the line of the bore, due to
bullet rotation or spin.
Ejector: Correctly, the device(s) at the barrel breech that throws the fired case from
the chamber. See "Extractor."
Elevation: Movement of a rear sight or telescope mount to alter the area of bullet
impact at target or game.
Energy: In bullets, the amount of work done, at given ranges, expressed in
foot-pounds.
Erosion: More or less gradual wearing away of rifling by combustion gas, heat and
bullet friction.
Extractor: Device that partially removes the fired cartridge case from the chamber
when the breech is opened. See "Ejector."
Firing Pin: A part of the action, actuated by the trigger, that hits the primer and fires
the cartridge.
Flintlock: Used on a muzzleloading gun fired by means of a piece of flint, held in the
hammer or "cock" jaws, striking against a steel "frizzen." Incandescent particles of
steel scraped from the frizzen fall into a "pan" holding powder. This ignited
powder flames through the "touch-hole," thus firing the main charge.
Fore-end: That part of the wood under a barrel (or fore-stock) as distinguished from
buttstock. Also as "forearm."
Gauge: Unit of bore measurement in shotguns, determined by the number of solid
lead round balls, of the bore diameter, obtainable from one pound of lead. E.g., 12
gauges means a bore of such size that 12 lead balls of that size make a pound.
Hammer: A part of the action (in some guns) actuated by the trigger. The hammer
drives the firing pin against the primer, thus igniting the cartridge powder charge.
H.P.: "Hollow point," a design feature of certain bullets. See "Mushroom."
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Lands: That portion of the bore remaining after the rifling or grooves have been cut.
Line of Sight: A straight line from rear sight through front sight to target or point of
aim.
Lock: The firing mechanism of a gun.
Magazine: Device or reservoir to hold extra cartridges, of many types and names.
"Clip," once reserved for the slender metal strip from which cartridges are
stripped into a magazine well, now refers to separate, detachable magazines also,
as with those for autoloading pistols, many rifles and shotguns.
M.C.: Metal Case, a form of bullet completely covered forward with copper or
copper alloy (usually) jacket. Generally a military bullet type, and also termed
"solids," and F.M.J. (full metal jacketed).
Mid-Range: Usually used in connection with trajectory, referring to a point midway
between muzzle and target or game.
Mushroom: The capacity of certain bullets to expand on/or after impact, also the
term given to some soft point or hollow point bullets. See "S.P." and "H.P."
Muzzle: End of barrel opposite to breech; point from which bullet or shot leaves
barrel.
M.E.: Muzzle Energy. See "Energy."
M.V.: Muzzle Velocity. See "Velocity."
O.P.E.: Open Point Expanding, a type of bullet invented by Western Cartridge Co.
Open Sight: Metallic rear sight having a flat, U- or V-shaped part which is sighted
over, not through.
O/U: "Over and Under," a 2-shot weapon, usually a rifle or shotgun or a combination
of the two, with two barrels placed one on top of the other. Also "Superposed."
Pattern: Of pellets from a shotgun, usually expressed as to many pellets within a
30-inch circle at 40 yards.
Peep Sight: Metallic rear sight, usually mounted on or near the receiver or action of
the gun, with the sighting part a hole, aperture or "peep," to be sighted through.
Pistol: Said by some to derive from Pistoia, an early gun making center in Italy. Any
small, concealable, short-barreled (2"-10") hand weapon, generally not a revolver.
Pressure: The gas pressure generated in a cartridge on its being fired, usually
expressed in (greatest) pounds per square inch
Primer: In a centerfire cartridge, the small cup containing a detonating mixture,
which is seated in a recess in the base of the case. In a rimfire, a similar mixture
inside the folded rim of the case.
Proofmark: Symbol or small device stamped in the metal of a gun to show that it has
been test-fired for strength, etc.
Pump Gun: Also called "slide" or "trombone action." Applied to shoulder arm
with a tubular magazine, usually below the barrel, from which cartridges are fed
to the chamber by a to-and-fro movement of a handle partially surrounding the
magazine.
Receiver: In a rifle or shotgun, the frame holding the action, lock, etc.
Reticle: Crosshairs, a post, etc., in a telescope sight, adjusted to appear (correctly) in
the same plane as the image or target. Erroneously "reticule."
Revolver: A multi-shot handgun, using a revolving cylinder as a cartridge container.
Rib: Usually, in connection with shotguns, a sighting plane above the barrel(s), may
be a "raised" narrow box type, or "ventilated," a metal platform supported by
pillars or stilts. Heat waves arising from a hot barrel into the line of sight are
easier dissipated via a "V.R."
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RF: Rimfire cartridges. Those containing their primer mixture in the rim, which is
where they are struck by the firing pin.
Rifling: Spiral grooving cut into the bore of rifles and handguns to impart spin to
their bullets, thus assuring point-on flight and accuracy.
Rim: The projecting edge of the base or "head" of certain cartridges.
Scope: Telescope, an optical or "glass sight, usually magnifying the image, and
containing crosshairs or other aiming device. See "Reticle."
Sear: In a gun mechanism the part designed to hold the hammer or striker-firing pin
at half- or full- cock.
Single Action: Usually applied to revolvers, referring to one that needs a separate,
manual cocking of the hammer before firing by pulling the trigger. See "double
action."
Sizing: In handloading cartridges, sizing (or resizing ) brings the fired cartridge case
back to the (full or partial) dimensions of the new or unfired case. Bullets are also
sized.
Sling: Fabric or leather strap, of various designs, for carrying the gun or for use in
shooting a rifle. Some serve both purposes.
S.P.: Soft Point, a term used for bullets with partial metal jacketing, having some lead
exposed at the top.
SxS: “Side by Side”, a 2-shot weapon, usually a rifle or shotgun, with two barrels
placed one beside the other.
Stock: The part(s) of a gun designed to be held by the hand(s).
Throat: Area ahead of chamber that tapers to join rifled section.
Trajectory: Curved path of bullet in flight, a parabola.
Twist: Angle of the rifling relative to the axis of the bore. Usually uniform, and
expressed in turns or part-turns in so many inches. Less common, "progressive"
or "gain" twist, usually starting at a rate at breech that becomes gradually faster.
Velocity: Projectile speed, usually measured in feet per second (f.p.s.) at the muzzle
and other distances such as 100 yards, 200 yards, etc.
Wheel-lock: Used on a muzzleloading gun fired by means of a piece of flint or
pyrites, held in the hammer jaws, which is held over a serrated steel wheel. This
wheel, set in motion by a tensioned spring, protrudes through the bottom of the
"pan" ( wherein powder has been placed) and bears against the flint. Sparks are
created, as in the flintlock, and the gun is fired by a flame passing through the
touch-hole.
W&E: "Windage and elevation," a term used in connection with gun sights.
"Windage" might more correctly be termed "lateral."
WCF: Winchester Center Fire.
WRF: Winchester Rim Fire.
Zero: That sight setting which gives bullet group location relative to the aiming point
desired, and from which subsequent changes in sight settings will be made.
Reprinted by permission of Gun Digest ®
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Where In The World Is
"Machine Gun" Kelly Now!
Gene Kelly is President of the American Gunsmithing Institute and the Gun Club of America
Gene "M.G." Kelly
I just returned from Rio De
Janeiro, Brazil where I was
invited to attend the
Preliminary Draw for the
World Cup 2012 Football
(Soccer). I was there to work
with the ISDS team
(International Security and
Defense Systems, Israel) in
the unveiling of a brand new,
never before revealed,
security screening technology.
The Qylar System
Designed in the USA and
Israel by a U.S. company,
this advanced system will
substantially reduce wait
times in airport, stadiums,
and at other security
checkpoints while
significantly increasing the
level of security. It is
Gene Kelly, GCA President, presents the Qylar System.
intended to work as a
“self-serve” station. Each person puts their things, (bags, briefcases, purses
etc.) into a “locker” on one end of the device and it will simultaneously check
for 5 different threats: weapons (using a combined X-ray and a computerized
program), radiation, explosives, drugs, and chemicals. A computer does all the
checking and, then if “cleared,” releases the locker door on the other end of
the unit so that they can remove their belongings.
To get to the exit locker door on the other side you walk through a metal and
explosives scanner. The whole process takes only about a minute so the
“through-put” of people increases easily by three to four times and the
number of staff required goes down to less than half. Therefore they can
afford to hire security staff who are able to spend the majority of their time
watching and analyzing passenger actions/profiles and dealing with articles
that the Qylar machine alerts on. This will greatly increase
the actual level of security provided while reducing
the amount of time spent waiting in security
lines.
While at the event, I was invited to a news
conference with the most famous soccer player in
the world, Pele. He is 70 years old and looks 50.
I spoke with him briefly after the conference and
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This is a photo I took of World Renown Soccer Player “Pele” and
my longtime friend Leo Gleser, president of ISDS, Israel

found him to be very sharp and a
real gentleman.
My son Jacob returned from his
People to People, Student
Ambassador Program where he
visited New Zealand and Australia
just as I was getting back in the
office for two days to work my tail
off. I then left at 4am to go
backpacking for 5 days with
Jacob and two friends.
Jacob Kelly in front of the Sydney Opera House
and the Sydney Harbour Bridge in Australia
We hiked back into the Hoover Wilderness, near Yosemite and the Sonora
Pass, beautiful country. We were hiking at about the 8,500 ft elevation and I
could certainly feel it. But, after a couple
of days, I felt great! It was a great time,
kind of the cap on summer before Jacob
starts his Senior Year (!) of High School.
Jacob and Gene in the Hoover Wilderness
While in the mountains I took the
opportunity to test some of our survival
skills and some new ideas and
equipment that worked out great. I will
pass this information along to you in a
future issue of GunTech DVD Magazine.
During the entire 5 days we ate Freeze Dried Food from our “Just-in-case”
units. Each case has a weeks worth of food (21 meals) for one person.
However even with the two of us eating from the case we had food left over.
I strongly recommend that you get these for your personal security/survival
program and then use them for hunting or camping. That way you will rotate
your stock (even though these are good for more than ten years) and be
comfortable with the quality and taste of the food before you ever need it in
an emergency. Knowledge reduces stress.
My personal source is the Freeze Dry Guy – 1-866-404-3663. Call him and tell
him that you heard about him from me and he will give you a free sample of
Freeze Dried Food and a Preparedness Manual. He will ask for a couple of
bucks to cover the shipping. Well worth it. I recommend that as an absolute
bare minimum you have one “Just-in-case” per family member. He has a full
line of food as well.
In September I will be in Israel for a special conference and the 30th
Anniversary of ISDS. I have been their US representative for about 23 years.
Meanwhile I am working on two new AGI courses and we are hosting
“GCA Shootfest,” October 8th, 2011 at the
Sacramento Valley Shooting Center.
This will be a one day event just for GCA
members enabling them to have FUN and try out new shooting techniques.
Look for complete details on page 2 or at www.GCAShootfest.com.
Meanwhile every day we are working on growing the Gun Club of America
and expanding the benefits and services we offer to you.
Best regards, Gene Kelly
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The Best Shot
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One of the best things about the Gun Club of America is the ability to
be a clearinghouse for questions and ideas. If one of us doesn’t
know something, we know someone who does . . .
Kudos to Paul Smeltzer at Athens Gunsmith Service—who is a
longtime GCA member, operations officer for Gunhaven Ranch, and
writer—to recognize the possibility, take the initiative and search out
the information to make his program serving northern Louisiana and
southern Arkansas better. This is a unique range, one that has taken
the commitment to educate seriously. The more I read about their
program, the more I would like to see it.
Paul recently sent us a letter asking for feedback about their women's
program. We went to the expert—Deb Ferns of Babes with Bullets—to get
her perspective on the strides being made at Gunhaven Ranch. Deb gave
Paul kudos as well for making the effort to get more shooters involved and for
making that extra effort to help them do it in the way easiest for them to learn.
Following are excerpts from Paul’s letter,
a response from Deb Ferns of Babes with
Bullets, and some personal points I wanted
to make! Thanks to Paul and Deb for their
generous spirits in making the world of
Firearms a better place!
Paul Smeltzer of Gunhaven Ranch writes:
Greetings Lenee,
We have been developing what I
think is a first class firearm training
facility. We currently have over 30
classes from beginner to advanced, in
all types of firearms. This year we
have added some women's only classes, including an introductory
class as well as a CCW class. We are very interested in drawing
women into sport shooting as well as juniors. We will be adding to
the women's program the rest of this year and into next, as well
as starting up a juniors program.
Since I know you have some insight and experience with Babes
with Bullets I was hoping that you could take a quick look at what
we are presently offering and give me some feedback/suggestions
on what/how we are doing and what we should consider offering
in the future.
http://www.gunhavenranch.com/Women%20Only.html
I am also wondering as we develop a juniors program if we should
segregate the genders Any input you could provide would be
greatly appreciated.

Deb Ferns of Babes with Bullets writes:
Hi Lenee,
Paul seems to have a good handle on what he is offering; I did
check out his “women only” events. Here is my take:
• Many women want to learn from other WOMEN!
That is why Babes with Bullets has been so successful
in the last seven plus years.
• Women need to know that the female instructors teaching them
can pass the “expert” test. Much of the Babes success is
because Kay Miculek, Lisa Munson, Maggie Reese, Athena Lee,
Annette Aysen, etc are all national and world CHAMPIONS
besides being NRA certified instructors, CCW trainers and
military and law enforcement trainers.
• I would recommend Paul consider a program that evokes
camaraderie between the female students and the female
instructors. Women think of a one-day event as work; they
think of a three-day as adventure and fun.
All that said, programs like Paul’s are a great feeder system for
the Babes with Bullets camp. I think he will have even more
success with his day programs if he has women instructors who
are nurturing and extremely well versed in how to empower
women without overpowering them.
It’s a fine line and one that many men (MANY) don’t quite get.
Part of that is because I don’t hesitate to touch a woman on her
hips, her hands, her shoulders; all to get her into a proper stance
or grip or just to get her to relax and focus on her sight picture.
My husband, who is one of the best male instructors I’ve seen yet,
just can’t do that comfortably and especially not with junior
shooters.
Paul was appreciative that Deb had taken the time to look over his
program and realized what she said is beneficial.
What I am hearing is Women Only means Women Only. That we
should keep the genders segregated; classes, competition, juniors,
everything.
Whoa Paul!! I have to tell you I loved baseball and would have rather played
against the boys because they were usually better! There should be options
based on shooter's preference and ability! (Editor’s humble opinion.)
I understand the comments about initial training and advanced
training. It is my thought to leave matches co-ed. Perhaps I will
leave the advanced classes co-ed, I guess I will run it by some of
the women students and hear what they have to say. It would
certainly be easier resource-wise. Probably more of an issue for
some men, who think they know more and can shoot better than
they can, and hate it when they get outshot by women. Since the
skill set necessary to shoot well is not gender specific, they get
quite intimidated by women who have developed that skill set.
My response to them is “learn to shoot better!”
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Exactly! That goes for all of us! (Editor’s enthusiastic opinion!)
Paul continues: I get the 'keep it fun' part, I am married to a
Tigger and if it ain't fun she ain't playin’. The plan is to develop
many if not all the classes we offer as women only classes, cut out
the technical jargon, and do more show and tell than yack, yack.
At least that is the feedback from the classes I have been doing.
I am aware of that and have been structuring the classes to follow
that idea.
The last Women's 101 class I did we all had a blast. One of the
guns I brought to shoot was a Winchester 94 which tickled two of
the women who loved the old "Rifleman"TV show. There was
great jocularity had by all as they picked it up and pounded a
metal gong at 100 yards with some regularity. There was some
discussion as to how many shots Lucas McCain took at the
beginning of the show, but it did not detract from being able to
shoot an "Old West" lever gun. We had a visit from one of the
other instructors teaching a men's class at the adjacent range
wanting to know what all the laughter was about.
It has always been our intention to develop a cadre of women
instructors, but we are very much at ground zero with the effort
of getting women involved in general. Both myself and the
director of Gunhaven Ranch are committed to develop the facility
to include juniors and women as a major component of what we
do. We will make it happen, but again we are starting from the
beginning. It is my hope to be able to turn over the women's
programs to certified women instructors no later than 2013.
While I enjoy teaching the women's classes, (you are so much
easier to teach firearms to than the guys,) I want to focus on long
range rifle shooting, advanced marksmanship, and doing what we
call mini camps designed to teach folks about what it takes to get
involved with competitive shooting, as well as building Gunhaven
Ranch. Oh yeah, I have a gunsmith business to run also.”
Paul agrees there is frustration in not being able to align a proper stance as
Deb pointed out with her own husband.
He noted: I have no doubt that the more women we get trained
in the use of firearms, and involved in the shooting sports, the
better our prospects will be to find those who excel, are good
communicators, and are willing to teach.
In checking out their website, I was struck by this fact: “Gunhaven Ranch
is the culmination of a dream of a few visionaries. Two women, through
their vision and dedication, have made Gunhaven Ranch a reality. Peggy
Ulmer, on whose property Ruston Gun Club began in 1978, saw the need
and made their property a part of the future that is Gunhaven Ranch.
Chris King, on whose property Gunhaven Ranch has now expanded,
placed her property in trust for the benefit of all as an educational and
recreational property on which Gunhaven Ranch will exist for the benefit
of future generations."
And that is the beauty of it all my friends . . . we all teach each other.
We all make each other better shooters, communicators, and friends.
Let’s keep it up.
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