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Why Would Anyone Want to Shoot a Vintage Sniper Rifle?
Why does someone want to shoot a vintage sniper rifle? For exactly the same reason someone wants to shoot s fine old flintlock. Functional art-form that has the soul of the maker and user. "If I have to explain it, you won't understand."- Absolutely. Especially true with rifles that...- Steve Garbe
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Anybody still use old school techniques?
Gentlemen, An interesting discussion to be sure. Having no combat experience I am unqualified to comment on tactical situations and I guess those who know me would describe me as "Old School" on just about everything. I am impressed with the new shooting aids/programs/computers/gadgets that I...- Steve Garbe
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What is the Most Historically Significant Sniper Rifle?
Gentlemen, One could make the argument that any rifle, used to good effect by a sniper against the enemy, is a "sniper rifle". With a multitude of combat environments, the requirements for a sniper rifle constantly change. More points in favor of the Kentucky rifle- Colonists captured in...- Steve Garbe
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What is the Most Historically Significant Sniper Rifle?
Gentlemen, I would respectfully submit that the Kentucky/Pennsylvania rifle is the most significant sniper rifle, at least as far as American history goes. Without it, we probably would not be allowed to have this conversation. Just the somewhat biased opinion of a devoted flintlock...- Steve Garbe
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muzzleloader sniper rifles?
aur0ra145, Muzzleloaders are like any other firearm...you get what you pay for. I would recommend the kits from Jim Chambers. I've used several and they are exceptional quality. There's nothing worse than a bad flintlock. Get a good one. Steve- Steve Garbe
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muzzleloader sniper rifles?
Plas, We'll keep a light on for you...I'm thinking of reviving the Berdan Match that we shot up at Livingston and will keep you appraised. It was the same shooting requirements as qualifying for Berdan's Sharpshooters and a 4-target, unknown distance practical course following. A heap of fun...- Steve Garbe
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muzzleloader sniper rifles?
Plastikosmd, Are we going to see you in Cody with the big Breisen in June? There's a grand to shoot for. Steve- Steve Garbe
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