Monthly Archives: May 2012

Gage d’ Amour

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Gabe the Shootist

I made a new Gage d’ Amour for my pipe and tobacco.  I used some scraps of brain tanned leather and sewed it with a cotton thread.  I am going to leave it plain for now and may add some … Continue reading →

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A Gift From Robert Campbell

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Gabe the Shootist

I recently received a new rifle from Robert Campbell as a token of appreciation for saving his life.  You see, back in the spring of 1829, I lost mine while rescuing him from the Blackfeet.  We were at a place … Continue reading →

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A Tough Target

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Gabe the Shootist

At the Western Territorials in Kansas they presented a couple of tough targets: I have recreated the targets from the feathers I shot.  Distance was about 15 yards.  Cut the two feathers where they cross and cut the single feather … Continue reading →

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Solo Camp

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Gabe the Shootist

Requirement #3 states “Must have spent an accumulative time of two or more weeks in the wilderness under primitive conditions in the company of no more than one other member. Each stay must be at least three full days and … Continue reading →

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