Double Action Posted April 14, 2006 Share Posted April 14, 2006 As Waltermitty and Bubber know, my 11 year old son, Christopher, has been shooting matches with me this spring. As the proud father of an as yet unclassified wheelgunner, I wanted to share this brief story. My kids have always enjoyed going to the range with me, and Christopher has begged me to let him shoot in some matches. Last fall, I got him a Walther P22, Kytac holster and mag carrier, and started some competition instruction with him. He is a very serious boy, and very bright. By late winter, he had me convinced that he was ready for a match. For his first match, he used an XD-9, and did really well. The bug had definitely bitten him! However, he told me, "I want to be a revolver man like you, Dad." How could any self-respecting father turn down such a request? I outfitted him with a wheel gun, holster, and some kydex speedloader holders I made in our living room. Several matches later, he is still enthusiastic, and getting better, if I say so myself. Two weeks ago, at the Tulsa gun show, I found a pre-Model 15 Combat Masterpiece had followed me home. It was in decent shape, but did not have correct grips. I ordered a set of grips that were engraved with Christopher's initials. I wanted to give him the gun as a memento of his first season shooting USPSA and ICORE with me. The grips came in yesterday, and really look sharp on the gun. He actually teared up when I gave it to him (to be kept in my safe when we aren't shooting!). He just couldn't believe he had something so wonderful. Tonight, when I get off work, we are heading to the range with his little brother to try it out. I can't wait to see his face when he touches off the first round out of his very own gun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Round_Gun_Shooter Posted April 14, 2006 Share Posted April 14, 2006 Congratulations and good luck. Definately a Kodak moment. Pics of tonight's outing would be great. Best to you, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hopalong Posted April 14, 2006 Share Posted April 14, 2006 DA, Good stuff!!! I'm proud for you. HOPALONG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eerw Posted April 14, 2006 Share Posted April 14, 2006 really freaking cool... a very proud moment.. shoot some photos of your son shooting..would love to see Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemo Posted April 14, 2006 Share Posted April 14, 2006 Excellent! Congrats to Christopher on his first gun and kudos to a good dad! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carmoney Posted April 14, 2006 Share Posted April 14, 2006 (edited) KOOL stuff!! It's a great feeling watching your little guy make progress with the wheelgun. (It's been a great experience for me and Sammy, and I know it's been wonderful for Cliff and Luke as well.) So let's see some pics! Edited April 14, 2006 by Carmoney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waltermitty Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 I'll testify for Chris. He's a good shooter and a level headed competitor. His gun handling skills are superior to many adults. At Sunday's match he shot his Ruger accurately, skillfully and safely. He is quite a young Man and I am pleased to be able to participate in the game with him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bwana Six-Gun Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 SUPER! Now pack him and his new sixshooter up and head for Jackson in May for the 2006 MS Classic. We need some junior wheelgunners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walt S Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 As Waltermitty and Bubber know, my 11 year old son, Christopher, has been shooting matches with me this spring. As the proud father of an as yet unclassified wheelgunner, I wanted to share this brief story. Glad to have a new shooter want to be part of the group. Tell Christopher we wish him the best and look forward to many reports of his progress. I watch several father and son teams hear in Oregon and wish I had had the same closeness as I see with them. It has to be a great moment for you as well. BEST WISHES, Walt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underlug Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 As Waltermitty and Bubber know, my 11 year old son, Christopher, has been shooting matches with me this spring. As the proud father of an as yet unclassified wheelgunner, I wanted to share this brief story. My kids have always enjoyed going to the range with me, and Christopher has begged me to let him shoot in some matches. Last fall, I got him a Walther P22, Kytac holster and mag carrier, and started some competition instruction with him. He is a very serious boy, and very bright. By late winter, he had me convinced that he was ready for a match. For his first match, he used an XD-9, and did really well. The bug had definitely bitten him! However, he told me, "I want to be a revolver man like you, Dad." How could any self-respecting father turn down such a request? I outfitted him with a wheel gun, holster, and some kydex speedloader holders I made in our living room. Several matches later, he is still enthusiastic, and getting better, if I say so myself. Two weeks ago, at the Tulsa gun show, I found a pre-Model 15 Combat Masterpiece had followed me home. It was in decent shape, but did not have correct grips. I ordered a set of grips that were engraved with Christopher's initials. I wanted to give him the gun as a memento of his first season shooting USPSA and ICORE with me. The grips came in yesterday, and really look sharp on the gun. He actually teared up when I gave it to him (to be kept in my safe when we aren't shooting!). He just couldn't believe he had something so wonderful. Tonight, when I get off work, we are heading to the range with his little brother to try it out. I can't wait to see his face when he touches off the first round out of his very own gun. You showed an 11 year old............................Bubber? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
festus1 Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 Awsome!! My favorite times are spent shooting with my sons too. However, the one that shoots the most with me discovered 1911s last year. Oh well. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revoman Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 Bring him to Tonitown AR next year for the Midwest Regional in ICORE it is always nice to shoot with young wheel men. Like I tell people when they ask what I shoot I tell them a Whreal Gun. Great father and son bonding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cliffwalsh Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 KOOL stuff!! It's a great feeling watching your little guy make progress with the wheelgun. (It's been a great experience for me and Sammy, and I know it's been wonderful for Cliff and Luke as well.) So let's see some pics! Yeah, they grow so fast don't they... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzShooter Posted April 15, 2006 Share Posted April 15, 2006 Just be glad he enjoys being with you on the range. That is reward enough. And a revolver shooter at that. What more could anyone ask for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double Action Posted April 16, 2006 Author Share Posted April 16, 2006 We had a great time at the range on Friday. I took some pictures, and as soon as my wife reveals the mysteries of taking digital pictures from the camera to the computer, I'll post some. Thanks for the kind words!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gil Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 This is a great young man and I have also had the privelage of shooting with him. He is eager to learn and is going to be a force to be reckoned with. To cool, Dad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
encoreman Posted April 16, 2006 Share Posted April 16, 2006 Kudos DA, It's good to see the younger shooters getting involved, there is a young man at our local matches that has been shooting for quite a few years, he is safer than a lot of older men I shoot with. Tell him to keep up the practice and enjoy it. God Bless you both. Mac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delta Mike Posted April 20, 2006 Share Posted April 20, 2006 You brought a tear to my eye, and I am a big macho sumbitch! I gotta go buy a revo for my 11 year old now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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