However, this is a different story. This is about a man and his rifle, who probably never left the eastern seaboard, living most of his life in upstate New York and who desired and then purchased an 1878 Sharps Borchardt target rifle.
Albert F. Mitchell (aka “Elbert” and “Alfred” in various Civil War records) was probably born and raised around Saratoga Springs, New York. From court records, he is listed as a village trustee. He was buried in Greenridge Cemetery in Saratoga Springs with his wife, Cordelia.
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ON HUNTING AND SNIPING
Long-range target shooting here in the U.S. has become increasingly popular, at least since the first International Match with the Irish team in 1874.
Death in the Desert
This Colt .45 âPeacemakerâ was found out in the desert in historically one of the most dangerous places on Earth.
A COVID-19 Project
As far as the COVID-19 pandemic is concerned, I canât find much good to say about it. One thing I can say, though; I had a lot of idle time on my hands. After perusing YouTube videos during this time of lockdown, I came across a company that makes rifle kits â Kiblerâs Long Rifles.
Smithmoor .22 Offhand Target Championship NSmithmoor Rangen Carpenter, Wyoming â February 20-21, 2021
The Smithmoor .22 Offhand Target Championship held February 20-21, was a great success! It was a two-day match with 50 record shots per day on the 100-yard German Ring Target from SPG Sales (blackpowderspg.com). Wyoming Schuetzen Union rules were used.
A .40 Caliber Long-Range Rifle
During a recent stay in New Zealand, we found ourselves in Rotorua, which is the stomping grounds of expert Kiwi rifleman, Laurie Kerr. Laurie has been a friend since we first met at Raton, New Mexico, a number of years ago and we have managed to stay in relatively good communication ever since.
BE MORE THAN A Wannabe PART II
Since my first article was published in Issue No. 113 of The Black Powder Cartridge News, I have received several emails and groups from readers.
The Hide Hunting Exploits of HARRY âSAMâ YOUNG
Itâs difficult now to remember exactly where I first read or heard about Hard Knocks by Harry âSamâ Young. The book is an extremely entertaining read and in the Publisherâs Note, it specifically states, âThe great lesson of this book is that âtruth is stranger than fiction.â
Match Results
Worldâs Largest Black Powder Target Rifle Match Phoenix, Arizona â March 1-10, 2021 BEN AVERY SHOOTING FACILITY
The Wyoming Schuetzen Union's âCenter Shotâ
John Bodine, âOld Reliableâ
Who Was Albert F. Mitchell?
When somebody hears the words âSharps rifle,â the first things that probably come to mind are the great buffalo hunts, the âWild and Wooly Westâ and tales of long-range shots, Indian attacks, and hunters freezing in blizzards.
