Author Archives: Gabe the Shootist

About Gabe the Shootist

I am retired from public service, a trained gunsmith, pump mechanic, an old pipeliner, passable electrician, carpenter, truck driver, amateur blacksmith, proof reader, experienced hunter, shooter, reloader, avid canoeist, Renaissance man, jack of all trades, all around good guy (with the caveat: I won't be insulted, lied to or laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I require the same from them.).

Requirement #4 of the American Mountain Men

Posted on June 17, 2022 by Gabe the Shootist

4. Must have spent at least one full week in a primitive encampment in the company of other members at the Territorial AMM Rendezvous (Eastern or Western) or the National (Rocky Mountain) AMM Rendezvous. This requirement is optional for advancement … Continue reading →

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Requirement #3 of the American Mountain Men

Posted on June 17, 2022 by Gabe the Shootist

3. 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 two full … Continue reading →

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Requirement #2 of the American Mountain Men.

Posted on June 17, 2022 by Gabe the Shootist

2. Must have spent at least two days and one night in a primitive camp during each season of the year. This requirement and #1 are both required for advancement to Bossloper In fulfilling this requirement, I would like to … Continue reading →

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Requirement #1 of The American Mountain Men

Posted on June 15, 2022 by Gabe the Shootist

Must have a full set of hand-cut and -sewn clothing and handmade accoutrements. These must be researched for authenticity of the 1800-40 period and be of a type which would have been seen on men in, or moving to, the … Continue reading →

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Accepting a Prospect into Probationary Membership of the American Mountain Men.

Posted on June 3, 2022 by Gabe the Shootist

I have seen a lack of consistency in the members of the AMM in how they handle assessing prospects. Some seem to be saying, a sponsor must camp with a prospect twice before considering any paperwork while others make their … Continue reading →

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1849 Colt Baby Dragoon

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Gabe the Shootist

This .31 caliber handgun was one of the biggest sellers of all time for Colt. This one has been converted from percussion to .32 Smith & Wesson. It is a good shooter and works well. $550.00 + shipping. This is … Continue reading →

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Armi Sport 1847 Springfield .69 caliber

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Gabe the Shootist

I am offering my 1847 replica for sale. It is .69 caliber or 14-gauge smooth bore and can be loaded with round ball or shot. This gun is a replica of the gun used by the U.S. Army in Mexico … Continue reading →

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Lyman Plains Pistol .54 caliber

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Gabe the Shootist

This is a stock Lyman .54 caliber Plains Pistol. It is a very accurate pistol! $300 + shipping.

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Pedersoli AN IX Pistol .69 caliber

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Gabe the Shootist

This is a replica of a French military pistol that was copied by Simeon North for use by the U.S. military. I have stamped U.S. on the side plate to represent this type. I converted it from its original flintlock … Continue reading →

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Leman Indian Trade Rifle .54 caliber

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Gabe the Shootist

I am offering the Leman trade rifle I built a few years ago. It has a 32″ straight taper barrel with round bottom rifling. The lock has no half cock notch as the originals did not have one. Length of … Continue reading →

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