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The Usual Suspects

Last weekend was the Buffalo Shoot at Promontory and there was a fair crowd to shoot in spite of the weather report. The prediction was for cooler temperatures, breezes, and a chance of rain. What a relief. How often have we been there frying in the sun? This time, I did not even have the desire to put the sunshade up. Saturday began nice with a little wind. Our group shot the buffalo target the first round. Later the sky darkened a bit and it started to sprinkle. Although it didn’t rain as much as a half inch, Denny had us put our rifles in a dry place for a couple of hours until the chance of rust had diminished enough for us to finish the targets.

Sunday dawned a little brighter. There were some sprinkles and the cooler weather was welcome. I had thought to bring my duck hunting parka and insulated trousers. The wind picked up a bit but since we were shooting the shorter targets, we had the advantage. It was never so strong that one couldn’t walk about unsupported but even then some fainter hearts had left the match before the second day even began. With the reduced numbers, the match went quickly and it wasn’t long before Denny was handing out the “Best of Show” ribbons. I think that you will recognize the winners from matches past. Besides the ribbons, we drew for a nice Marbles knife and a Paul Jones mould that some sweet soul had anonymously donated for the event. A few pix are posted here.

Some Thoughts

After the match Saturday, I got to thinking that someone might benefit from some of our discussions about our Zimmers.

First of all, the only place that I know of in the US to get supplies such as caps, balls, etc. is from Neal Stepp at International Shooters Service. His website is: http://www.iss-internationalshootersservice.com/ammunition.html Which brings me to the next point. Gaylord mentioned that it is about time to place an order for supplies. If we order together, we can save on the ridiculous and abusive HazMat charge and on the freight as well. Let me know before the end of October and I will have it shipped.

If you don't know a lot about Zimmerstutzens, about all that is generally known is in Volume Three of Alte Scheibenwaffen (Old Target Arms). It is an informative book with many beautiful photographs of old Zimmers. It is available from the German Gun Collectors Assn. (www.germanguns.com). You might want to check out Volumes One and Two as well.

Often, many of the old Zimmers that are loaded with a "Loeffel" or spoon-sort of a fully removable bolt-have this part missing. If you have a Zimmerstutzen and this is the case, one of our members may have a solution for you that is both innovative and economical. Get in touch. Just don't let him talk you out of your "useless'" rifle. If your spoon is not missing, you would still do well to investigate this.

One more thing. For as long as I have had my Zimmer, I've cleaned it with either a patch or the little swabs that Mr. Stepp sells. I finally bought a 17 cal. brush and was amazed at what came out. Also, the rough place near the chamber isn't there anymore. Saturday was the first that I have used lube on the BB's. I used a few drops of Liquid Alox on them a few days before and was quite pleased with the results. I believe that my accuracy improved and the barrel stayed cleaner.

Cold weather is upon us and I believe that instead of our usual winter hiatus that we look for a convenient indoor range where we can have either Zimmer or 22 matches. Let me know your thoughts and suggestions.

Mary's Nipple Cup 2007

The competition for the Utah State Zimmerstutzen Championship and for the possession of the coveted Mary's Nipple Cup was held Saturday, the 15 of September in Mayfield, Utah. The day started early with eager competitors sighting-in and tucking-in. To start,the unscrupulous organizer, himself a competitor, stuffed the visiting and unsuspecting rubes with a huge breakfast and high octane coffee-a tactic designed only to gain advantage. The competition then began promptly an hour or so after the first call of the hunting horn. The firing of the targets lasted precisely for one hour plus what time it took Gaylord to finish. Certainly a contest to remember.

While this was going on, the ladies availed themselves of the opportunity to visit the historic Gunnison theater, a Utah Historical Site, and the recently completed dragon mosaic of Roman proportions, under the Gunnison Sanpitch bridge.

After the competition ended and the scoring was being done, Paul Lambert conducted a small contest where, I am loath to report, money seems to have changed hands. Alas, the times we live in. When the ladies, finally, arrived back from their cultural expedition, champagne toasts were made and the awards were granted the victors. Paul Lambert won the Glueckscheibe award, a fine reproduction of a Spanish flintlock in an easy-to-handle size. Common decency and humility forbid me from announcing the winner of the other prizes. Detractors, to their everlasting shame, may assert that some advantage was taken merely by the coincidence of the victor happening to have a: made the rules. b: shot the match on his "home range." and c: did all the scoring. "Evil to those who evil think," I say.

Pictures from the event are here and I encourage those who also took some photos to send them to me. I want to thank all of those who were present-I don't know if I have ever had a more pleasant weekend- and would encourage all to look forward with anticipation to MNC III.

Fireman's Revenge

Home Cooking

Warning

I don't know who wrote this, but it looked good.

To be a Liberal:

1. You have to be against capital punishment, but support abortion on demand.
2. You have to believe that businesses create oppression and governments create prosperity.
3. You have to believe that guns in the hands of law-abiding citizens are more of a threat than nuclear weapons technology in the hands of Iran or Chinese and North Korean communists.
4. You have to believe that there was no art before federal funding.
5. You have to believe that global temperatures are less affected by cyclical changes in the earth's climate and more affected by soccer moms driving SUV'S.
6. You have to believe that gender roles are artificial, but being homosexual is natural.
7. You have to believe that the AIDS virus is spread by a lack of federal funding.
8. You have to believe that the same teacher who can't teach 4th-graders how to read is somehow qualified to teach those same kids about sex.
9. You have to believe that hunters don't care about nature, but PETA activists do.
10. You have to believe that self-esteem is more important than actually doing something to earn it.
11. You have to believe the NRA is bad because it supports certain parts of the Constitution, while the ACLU is good because it supports certain parts of the Constitution.
12. You have to believe that taxes are too low, but ATM fees are too high.
13. You have to believe that Margaret Sanger and Gloria Steinem are more important to American history than Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, or Abraham Lincoln.
14. You have to believe that standardized tests are racist, but racial quotas and set-asides are not.
15. You have to believe that the only reason socialism hasn't worked anywhere it's been tried is because the right people haven't been in charge.
16. You have to believe that homosexual parades displaying drag queens and transvestites should be constitutionally protected, and manger scenes at Christmas should be illegal.
17. You have to believe that this message is a part of a vast, right-wing conspiracy.

Paul Lambert

Last Saturday we gathered, along with his family, for Paul's seventieth birthday celebration at his home in Salt Lake.

Match Announcement

Utah Schuetzen Society

Mayfield Zimmerbixlers

2007

Mary’s Nipple Cup II

September 15

Mayfield, Utah

Thirty round 15 meter (49’3”) match

First prize-Engraved silver cup

Five round Glueckscheibe

First prize-Fucile Spagnolo Replica from Germany

Single round Ehrenscheibe

First prize-Signed Target

Join us once again in the penumbra of majestic Mary’s Nipple in bucolic Mayfield, Utah for the second annual competition for the much-coveted Mary’s Nipple Cup and Utah State Zimmerstutzen Championship. Match begins at 10 a.m. Sight-in table available from 8 a.m. All matches off-hand. Restricted to 4mm Zimmerstutzen and .177 air rifles. No telescopic sights. No sighter targets. Hearing and eye protection required. All safety rules and ASSRA rules apply. Pre-registration encouraged. Five Dollar registration fee. Match will take place at Mayfield Zimmerbixlers’ opulent covered outdoor range at 70 North 200 East. Snacks and refreshments furnished. Only 2 hrs. from SLC International Airport. Camping spaces for trailers and tents available. Complementary traditional breakfast and luncheon (after the competition and awards) provided by Frau Spencer for participants. Be there or be Viereckig.

Zielerkasperl Jon Spencer, PO Box 429, Mayfield, Utah 84643. 435-979-9723. jon.cgs@lycos.com

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Motels

Gunnison Inn, 12 North Main, Gunnison 435-528-7840

Manti Country Village (restaurant) 145 North Main, Manti 800-452-0787

www.manticountryvillage.com

Mary's Nipple Cup II

The Mayfield Zimmerbixlers of the Utah Schuetzen Society are pleased to announce competition for the coveted Mary's Nipple Cup will be held Saturday, September 15 at the Mayfield, Utah Zimmerstutzen Range at 10:00 am. This being Utah's premier Zimmerstutzen event, the winner may also claim title to the Utah State Zimmerstutzen Championship. Full details above. Camping, meals, snacks, and refreshments will be available at the range.

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Spacious and modern 4000 square foot building in the heart of Utah's Coal Country. Ideally located on major interstate feeder and near center of Salina's commercial zone. Ample paved parking. Efficient natural gas heat and refrigerated air conditioning. Retail fixtures included. Former occupant has forsaken commercial endeavors and devoted himself to reflection, meditation, and Zen Schuetzen. Contact may be made through this blog.