Features
Parker Gunsmiths Move
Topics: Larry Del Grego & Sons moves to a new shop.
Scottish Angels
Topics: Driven pheasant shooting at Harburn House with Wingshooting Advertures. Dealer(s): "Scotland,Great Britain" Dog Type(s): Pheasant
The Butt Transplant
Topics: "If the head of the stock is sound, then perhaps a butt transplant is the proceedure of choice (and less costly) to lengthen, modify or repair your gunstock."
- By: Michael McIntosh
- and David Trevallion
"Collars, Straps, Vests & Shirts"
Topics: "Products reviewed: Beeper/Trainer dog collar from Lovett's Electronics, a game strap from Mulholland Brothers, Boyt's Dog Handler's Vest, and a cool (weather-wise) cottong shooting shirt fro Lewis Creek." Manufacturer(s): "Boyt Harnass Co.,Lovett's Electronics,Mulholland Brothers,Lewis Creek"
For Ladies Only
Topics: Driven shoot in Hungary offered to "ladies only" by Wingshooting Adventures. Dealer(s): Hungary Dog Type(s): Pheasant
White Flyer Introduces Biodegradable Targets
Topics: White Flyer introduces biodegradable targets.
"TIG Welding, Part II"
Topics: "Gunwork has to be better than any other kind of repair, because of safety and the value of the value of the item being repaired. Four gunsmiths discuss their expierence using TIG welding."
Game Fair 2000 Tour
Topics: Shooting Sportsman offers trip to the 2000 CLA Game Fair in July.
The Edinburgh Gun
Topics: The rise and fall and rise again of the MacNaughton round-action. Dealer(s): Scotland Gunmaker Craftsmen: MacNaughton Dickson Gunmaker Manufacturer(s): Edinburgh
FABARM's Classic Lion
Topics: Review of the Fabarm Classic Lion. Gunmaker Craftsmen: Fabarm Gunmaker Manufacturer(s): Classic Lion
Paradox Information Wanted
Topics: Information wanted on the Holland & Holland Paradoxa'or similar British rifled shotgun. Gunmaker Craftsmen: Holland & Holland Gunmaker Manufacturer(s): Paradox
Sweet 16s & Upland Dreams
Topics: Apparent renewed interest in the 16-gauge and the available ammunition in that gauge. Gamebird(s): 16 Gunmaker Craftsmen: "Ithaca Rizzini, Isidoro (F.A.I.R.)" Gunmaker Manufacturer(s): Model 37
A Well-Managed Future
Topics: Educational progams designed to train students in game preserve and shooting complex management.
Dakota Cannonball
Topics: The Cannonball Company is a communal effort for North Dakota farmers to save their land by offering great pheasant hunting. Dealer(s): "North Dakota,ND" Dog Type(s): Pheasant
New Westley's Catalog Available
Topics: New Westley Richards catalog available.
D'Artagnan
Topics: D'Artagnan is the formost purveyor of game and exotic meat in the US. Roasted woodcock receip included.
Under the Hammer
Topics: The late Dr. McCleery's waterfowl decoy and waterfowling ephemera collection sold at auction.
L.C. Smith Cocking Tools Available
Topics: Re-cocking an L.C. Smith is easy with new tool.
Shadow Time
Topics: It was as if quail were coming out of the ground. Breed(s): Golden Retriever Dealer(s): Wisconsin WI Dog Type(s): American Woodcock Grouse
'Whoa' Isn't for the Birds
Topics: The place to teach "Whoa" is not in the field on birds. "Whoa" is simply a command instructing the dog to stop where it is and stay put.
This & That
Topics: "Books reviewed: Plateaus of Destiny by Mike Gould, Shotguns for Wingshooting by John Barsness, Upland Tales by Worth Mathewson and The Quotable Hunter by Jay Cassell & Peter Fiduccia."
Silver Smithing
Topics: "Breathing newa'and bettera'life into a 16-gauge 'Elsie'," Gamebird(s): 16 Gunmaker Craftsmen: "Smith, L.C."
Memory Birds
Topics: A south Texas coastal duck hunt. Dealer(s): Texas TX Dog Type(s): Duck
High Finance
Topics: The Major cons his banker friend into boarding his dog for two weeks.
Northeast Kingdom Outfitters
Topics: Guides Dave and Francis Smith offer both waterfowl and upland hunting in northern Vermont. Dealer(s): Vermont VT Dog Type(s): Grouse Black Duck Mallard Green-winged Teal
Sin and Temptation
Topics: Look at the gun and you're sure to miss the target.
Island-Hopping Geese
Topics: Prince Edward Island as waterfowling nirvana. Breed(s): Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Dealer(s): "Canada,Prince Edward Island" Dog Type(s): Goose Canada Goose
The Buffalo Bill Celebrity Shoot
Topics: "Sixth annual Buffalo Bill Celebrity Shoot held last August in Cody, Wy. included visit to the Pachmayr Gun Collection and the Cody Firearms Museum." Dealer(s): Wyoming WY
The 1999 Readers & Writers Wingshoots
Topics: Photo essay and summary of the 1999 Readers & Writers Shoots. Dealer(s): "Texas TX,South Dakota SD,"
- By: Michael McIntosh
- , Silvio Calabi
- and Douglas Tate
Len Puccinelli Dies
Topics: "Len Puccinelli, award winning shooter, dies."
Hunger is the Key
Topics: The Harris hawka'the raptor of choice among British and American falconers. Don't expect dog-like loyalty from a hawk. Hunger is the key. Dog Type(s): Pheasant
A Cautionary Tale
Topics: Don't let the beauty of the gun influence a buying decision. Gunfit and pattern testing are vital to good shooting. Gunmaker Craftsmen: Cogswell & Harrison
New German & Austrain Gun Book
Topics: Review of book Austrian & German Guns and Rifles by Marco E. Nobili.
Departments
From the Editor
Topics: Reviews shows recently visited and double-gun events scheduled for the spring.