These hole numbers referred to the "angle changing disc" on the V1524A Western White Flyer Trap used from about 1950 up and into the early 2000's....
And the Okoboji Indians held their 2015 Pow Wow at the Cardinal Center. It was a great shoot and ceremony and their tradition continues today, some...
Chief Wampum was usually how everyone referred to the treasurer of the Indian group. Some Indian organizations (such as the Canadian Indians) have...
Garry, The numbers I posted came directly from the annual average books. The answer to your above question is that the numbers used from 1988 - 2000...
Iowa guy makes an important distinction between membership and active members who participated in a registered shooting event. His review supports...
I believe that BAT was actually the initials for this gentleman chairshooter, often referred to as BAT. His name was Robert A. Thomas, of...
You make a lot of good points on the rules Jakearoo, but those of us who agree the sport has been made easier to attract and retain shooters less...
This Dysinger Guy . . . . . . a Competition Czar for the World Championship Series Tournament? I don't know???????? [ATTACH]
ATA Secretary Galloway apparently asked that the lease be emailed to his office rather than his shootata.com email. That decision can raise...
I'm one of those old military veterans who still tears up at the playing of our National Anthem. I'd be most appreciative if any new shirt design...
Jakearoo, First, I sincerely thank you for asking questions. However, you are making a lot of assumptions which may or may not be accurate. Mr....
This is my understanding too Jakearoo. The Parcel Information Report shows the property was sold to Patrick Dawson for $75,000. [ATTACH] Here's...
Brads friend (I hope), Sometime in the past, I heard or read that the official minutes of our ATA, mistakenly identified the landlord and future...
Thank you for the kind words wpt. I just try to provide the facts and back them up with documentation. Many readers like learning of our history....
Over the decades, each time I came across something interesting I usually took time to file it. I do hope that I might someday offer it for...
[ATTACH] [ATTACH] A.T.A. NEWS BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AMATEUR TRAPSHOOTING ASSOCIATION AUGUST 24, 1972 – VANDALIA, OHIO [ATTACH] [ TRAP &...
I don't consider them wide or wider targets. After all the 3-hole 22° targets were narrowed from the original target angles of 45° plus 20° outside...
How's this? [ATTACH]
Car prizes at tournaments date back nearly 100 years. Here's an early program advertisement from 1927, but they were shooting for new automobiles...
I found this article from a sports writer who explained the arrangement as he heard it. [ATTACH] HB
From past discussions with Brad Dyisinger, I believe Mo-Skeet-O traps were used at the Grand, not the Auto Trap Shoo. system. It is my understanding...
AUTO TRAP SHOOT Auto Trap Shoot was a gallery style shooting game using real firearms, live ammunition and miniature clay targets. This game was...
I believe all of Mr. Gilberts collection (trophies, medals, etc.) were donated by Thomas Gilbert in early 2002. HB
bbblackhills, You are responsible for me learning about this indoor flying target gallery. I was not aware of the Auto Trap Shoot game before your...
I gave a packet of information on Mr. German to the late Dick Baldwin and I know he's been nominated. I was told some years back that the committee...
I was an electrician for over 30 years and troubleshooting was my game. I'm at your service if needed. HB
Brad Dysinger, From what I've learned about the Auto Trap Shoot game, guns (Remington) were specifically made for this gallery sport and receivers...
Later Marlin advertisements still leave us guessing on Mr. Ford's shotgun model. Sportsmen's Review, August 7, 1909. [ATTACH] Sportsmen's Review,...
And they used the same picture of Mr. Ford at the Missouri State Shoot they did when he shot the Kansas State Shoot in mid April, 1909. Is he...
The 1909 Marlin advertisement said Mr. Ford was shooting his new Marlin. Now, does that mean the new Model or that the gun was new to him? If it...
Could your gallery look something like this? [ATTACH]
I do not have information about the arrangement at the Grand American and was surprised when Brad told me he used to shoot it outside (if memory...
Mr. Bowen, Thanks for preserving a piece of shooting history. A few years ago I talked with Brad about the old Mo-Skeet-O machines and I know he...
Thank You Drew Hause for remembering Captain Money. His memory should never be forgotten for all his contributions and shooting ability. He was one...
Ah, more on Elijah D. Fulford, one of my favorite old-time great shooters. In charge of the installation of new telephone lines out Ohio way. Beat...
DEDPAIR, I, along with most posters here, welcome differing opinions. It's what gets us thinking straight and besides, opposing views are sometimes...
Drew Hause, I want to say how much I appreciate your adding additional information to the many topics on this history forum. Hopefully others will...
Nobody has a desire to hurt fellow shooters or our wonderful sport. Those who support the partial return to the old target setting rules have every...
Great list and I not only concur that they are "Top Guns" but will say that Billy Heer, Charles W. Budd and Charles M. Grimm should all be in the...
iowa guy, I appreciate your questions as well as your opposing view, offered respectfully. Glad you liked seeing the old rules. I've enjoyed...
Personally, I don’t recall ever hearing of a rule “dented primer = No Target, no dent = Lost.” I believe all rules since the 1880s placed defective...
Most situations were changed well before and only reaffirmed by the 1992 FTF rule. The FTF rule simply removed the last obstacles that could cause a...
So . . . my question is: "With all the factors, ie. voice releases, improved ammunition, rule changes, etc., why would anyone in their right mind...
Good job Mike J, However, I don't know just how accurate your listing is regarding the assigned 22° and 17° angles. You are correct with the years...
The last listing I'm aware of was in the April 2017 issue of Trap & Field. Here are the names of those achieving Grand Slams from 2014 to the date...
Thank you Doug Kennedy for alerting me to this book. I'll have to take a look at it. HB
TTT For the benefit of new members and visitors who may be interested in the history of the throwing of "soft" targets. Or aptly called "making the...
TTT For those interested.
Yes, Dr. John Robert Pence was indeed from North Dakota. A town called Minot where he practiced with his brother Dr. Ray Pence. He was one of the...
Trap3, Do you know anything Dr. J. R. Pence? HB
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