In 2015 I noticed that my color perception had begun to fade; colors were not as brilliant as before.
Upon visiting the eye doctor to get new glasses, I was informed that I had cataracts in both eyes. She added that the cataract in the right eye was worse than the left. This explained not only the color problem but also lack of definition when looking at distant objects for the last couple of years. As a parting shot, the doctor told me I would eventually require surgery on both eyes. Although I wasn’t happy with the diagnosis, I took some comfort in the fact that this problem was treatable.
Up until this time, I wore glasses for distance vision and to correct astigmatism in both eyes. Although I could read without corrective lenses, I needed them to drive and shoot. My prescription for distance vision hadn’t changed for many years, although the astigmatism in my left (shooting) eye did and had to be corrected every five years or so with new prescription lenses. The only fly in the shooting equation was that I had difficulty, as I grew older, focusing on the rear sight, front sight and target simultaneously. Sound familiar? In order to be better informed about my cataracts, I called several friends who had undergone the same surgery. All agreed that the procedure was of short duration, but opinions varied on degree of success. As I could still see well enough to drive and shoot, I decided to let nature take its course as to when surgery would be required.
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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 “Peacemaker” 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 can’t 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 – Kibler’s Long Rifles.
Smithmoor .22 Offhand Target Championship NSmithmoor Rangen Carpenter, Wyoming – 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 “SAM” YOUNG
It’s difficult now to remember exactly where I first read or heard about Hard Knocks by Harry “Sam” Young. The book is an extremely entertaining read and in the Publisher’s Note, it specifically states, “The great lesson of this book is that “truth is stranger than fiction.”
Match Results
World’s Largest Black Powder Target Rifle Match Phoenix, Arizona – March 1-10, 2021 BEN AVERY SHOOTING FACILITY
The Wyoming Schuetzen Union's “Center Shot”
John Bodine, “Old Reliable”
Who Was Albert F. Mitchell?
When somebody hears the words “Sharps rifle,” the first things that probably come to mind are the great buffalo hunts, the “Wild and Wooly West” and tales of long-range shots, Indian attacks, and hunters freezing in blizzards.
