Let's see some Zootshooter firearms!

[Alvin Karpis]

I, for one, would like to see some of the guns that the Zootshooters from around the country use in their matches. I haven't been lucky enough to attend a match yet but I'll start with what I would use under the current rules.

Maybe my New Service with 4 1/2 inch barrel in 38 wcf caliber with my Remington model 14 1/2R carbine in matching caliber?

[Alvin Karpis]

Or if the rules change then maybe a 351 Winchester with some original 10-round mags and a 1925 era 1911 as a combo?

[Ghostsoldier]

Those sure are some purty weapons, AK.......I'm fond of that 1911...
Rob

[johnh]

Neat pics guys! There were some truly lovely firearms in that era. Anything John Browning touched was beautiful in my eyes.



John

[Alvin Karpis]

Thank you for the kind words. I'm surprised that no one else wants to share? I've got some more - how about these for a change of pace? Snub nose 38 with ivory grips and a Remington model 11 riot (I know there are no shotguns in Zootshooting but I still have hope).



Or a 1902 Colt Military in 38 acp?

[The Hustler]

Very nice Alvin! I'd share my Zoot Shooters' guns but it'd look like an Auto-Ordnance ad

[Story]

For right now, some inspiration - found this online, a Remington Model 11 made in 1928 with a factory 10 round magazine tube. That was for 'market hunters', who commercially harvested fowl for restaurants and hotels.

[Alvin Karpis]

Hustler - I don't see anything wrong about showing some Kahr products used in Zootshooting. I've been looking at their Tommys for a while now.

Story - good to hear from you man! (I'm Levallois over at the Fedora Lounge) - and that Model 11 - wow! - what a powerhouse that would be.

[Ghostsoldier]

Creepy - That 1902 military is simply beautiful....

I'm like The Hustler....I've got a M1A1 AO Thompson, but I'm not a Zoot (yet)...but, I'd still like to see The Hustler's guns!
Rob

[Alvin Karpis]

Ghostrider - I'd love to see your Thompson too!

And in the too much time on my hands category - another artsy-fartsy photo (it's raining outside and I can't do my chores). Savage M1915 (hammerless and made for only one year) in 32acp.

[Ghostsoldier]

My artsy-farsty contributions...


Rob

[Alvin Karpis]

Ghostrider - nice Thompson! I'll never be able to afford a full auto like yours but I'll have a semi some day.

AK

[The Hustler]

Okay, here ya go...

My Auto-Ordnance 1927A1 Thompson and 1911A1


The M1903 used as a "guest gun" in the 2009 Championship match and same 1911A1

[Ghostsoldier]

Ghostrider - nice Thompson! I'll never be able to afford a full auto like yours but I'll have a semi some day.

AK

Never fear, Alvin...mine's a semi...I've got the "full auto look" for about 1200 bucks total invested!

My next purchase will be the '27A like Hustler's...
Rob

[Story]

Story - good to hear from you man! (I'm Levallois over at the Fedora Lounge) - and that Model 11 - wow! - what a powerhouse that would be.

1. Likewise.

2. Stay tuned.

3. For the rest of you mugs that're wondering what we're talking about, it's a Golden Age oriented forum, primarily oriented towards 1930s fashions (hence, the Fedora). You want an authentic look, it's a great place to check out. Seriously, if you're going to shoot this period you need a hat and this is the best place to read up on them.


I'd link you to the Zootshooting thread, but it's in a Members Only folder. How about 'Concealed Weapons fashion'?
Concealed (Weapon) Fashion - The Fedora Lounge