Ron Ankeny Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 I sold my last revolver yesterday, a 6 1/2 inch Smith 25-2 in .45 ACP/Auto Rim with a factory fitted .45 LC cylinder tossed in for good measure. I have been hanging onto the gun for a couple of years hoping my arthritis would subside enough to let me shoot a bit in revolver division, but things are just getting worse. Growing older sux azz, but then again, the alternative is really bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Keen Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 Say it ain't so. Open is MUCH better for your arthritis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micah Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 Say it ain't so.Open is MUCH better for your arthritis. But Production is MUCH better for your wallet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AikiDale Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 Sorry to hear that Ron. Have you considered volunteering for experimental drugs to treat the arthritis? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimberkid Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 Recent Labratory tests have shown that a steady regimen of Jim Beam can play a significant role in the pain reduction of arthritis patients. just something to consider Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Keen Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 Bottoms up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn jones Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 you need to get a new avaitar now. lynn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micah Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 Recent Labratory tests have shown that a steady regimen of Jim Beam can play a significant role in the pain reduction of arthritis patients.just something to consider I believe that I took part in that study! With the advances in treating degenerative conditions, Ron you should be good as new in a few years. Best wishes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Dunn Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 Sorry to hear that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 Ron, I like reading your posts...but, reading about you getting rid of the wheelie wasn't fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlamoShooter Posted December 9, 2006 Share Posted December 9, 2006 say Ron We are only one year apart in age, ...And I have ben able to heal up most of my shoulder and get alot of my arm use back after laying off Shotgun for two years. I still shoot it some but my hand gun control is coming back. You may be able to (fix) your self, ? even my back is getting good. I just changed my outlook on ..Pain. JF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemo Posted December 10, 2006 Share Posted December 10, 2006 Mr. A, I'll keep mine for when you want to shoot one. Just let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bwana Six-Gun Posted December 10, 2006 Share Posted December 10, 2006 Mine is always available. Never give up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moneypenny Posted December 10, 2006 Share Posted December 10, 2006 NO! the other revolver shooters need you all 5 of them!... ooh 6 didn't mean the number of shooters did it kidding asside, i wish things could be different/better for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Round_Gun_Shooter Posted December 10, 2006 Share Posted December 10, 2006 I know exactly how it is Ron and hope things turn around. Knees and hands will keep me shooting local matches only this year. I am changing to the other M&P Sold most of the round guns but can not part with them all. Still too stubborn. Best to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Ankeny Posted December 10, 2006 Author Share Posted December 10, 2006 I just changed my outlook on ..Pain. Pain... You mean like tendonitis, sciatica, arthritis, chronic pain in surgically altered joints, and a little neuropathy tossed in for good measure? Pain is for wussies. The problem is the loss of range of motion and strength in my index finger required to shoot double action. I am getting trigger finger in my trigger finger. As for open division, I had Matt McClearn build a really soft shooting blaster about a year ago set up secifically to take it easy on my joints. It's kind of a boat anchor in comparison to some of the stuff out there, and it's not as flat as some, but it sure is fun to shoot and that's what counts. As long as I can find someone to help me load the mags I am good to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flexmoney Posted December 11, 2006 Share Posted December 11, 2006 That shouldn't be a problem. Now..which way do those bullets go again? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bountyhunter Posted December 11, 2006 Share Posted December 11, 2006 (edited) I sold my last revolver yesterday, a 6 1/2 inch Smith 25-2 in .45 ACP/Auto Rim with a factory fitted .45 LC cylinder tossed in for good measure. I have been hanging onto the gun for a couple of years hoping my arthritis would subside enough to let me shoot a bit in revolver division, but things are just getting worse. Growing older sux azz, but then again, the alternative is really bad. Sorry to hear it. I have arthritis in just about every place in my body.... not to mention a deformity called Dupatryn's syndrome that has turned my right hand into a claw..... I recommend you dose out on Glucosamine and Chondroitin to the maximum. But I still have all my guns. I suspect my wife will bury me with my guns...... I just hope she waits until I'm actually dead..... Edited December 11, 2006 by bountyhunter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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