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Offline TommyG

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« Reply #25 on: May 19, 2022, 02:49:40 AM »
My hats off to you Wayne.  That is no small undertaking, not only the builds (which anyone would be proud to own), but also what it takes to get shooting, powder, balls, etc..
My thanks to you and the others involved for promoting our sport, our history, and our kids.

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« Reply #26 on: May 19, 2022, 03:14:58 AM »
  For a giant of a guy you have a heart just as big. Helping young folk is what it takes Wayne an you have done a great thing for these kids. You can tell by the smiles on their faces...!!
  Good job an well done indeed...!!
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« Reply #27 on: May 19, 2022, 03:29:23 AM »
This thread made my day. Great job Wayne.
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« Reply #28 on: May 19, 2022, 04:02:26 AM »
Way to go Wayne.  I really commend you for all you do for the sport but for the kids especially. 
You don’t just dream big, you get things done.  Those kids will treasure these days from now on.
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« Reply #29 on: May 19, 2022, 04:05:21 AM »
Nicely done Wayne. Hope there are more kids that will start shooting flintlocks now.

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« Reply #30 on: May 19, 2022, 04:08:33 AM »
Wayne,
Wish I could have been there to see the kids first shots.
Thanks for asking me to complete one of the Chambers kits.
It was an honor and a pleasure.

Keep it up,
Jeff
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Re: Rewards
« Reply #31 on: May 19, 2022, 04:21:22 AM »
Wayne,
Wish I could have been there to see the kids first shots.
Thanks for asking me to complete one of the Chambers kits.
It was an honor and a pleasure.

Keep it up,
Jeff
The first shot out of the gun you assembled landed a 3 o clock 10! Priceless!!
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Offline J. Talbert

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« Reply #32 on: May 19, 2022, 04:34:33 AM »
Wayne,
Wish I could have been there to see the kids first shots.
Thanks for asking me to complete one of the Chambers kits.
It was an honor and a pleasure.

Keep it up,
Jeff
The first shot out of the gun you assembled landed a 3 o clock 10! Priceless!!

Awesome!
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Offline Frozen Run

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Re: Rewards
« Reply #33 on: May 19, 2022, 08:26:29 AM »
Great Job Wayne, Austin, and Jeff! Are the 3 guns enough or do you have plans to make more?

 Yes 2 more for sure. I just don’t know when it’s going to happen. Stay tuned.

Do you need anything to help get these projects going? If the admin allows it, you could post an ad in the for sale section accepting donations, to keep it in the spotlight. There is a lot of enthusiasm here and you'd raise the funding in no time I'd imagine. 

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« Reply #34 on: May 19, 2022, 01:48:17 PM »
Well done Wayne, Austin, and Jeff!!

I think there is more to it than just getting those kids shooting.  They are shooting and enjoying guns that really do represent our past and history and that were hand made.  Hand made is something many younger people have no appreciation for or experience with.  One of the remarkable looks and comments I've experienced over the years is the awe and surprise young people show when they see what can be done by hand skill.  It can greatly widen their imaginations about what they can do.

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Offline Stoner creek

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« Reply #35 on: May 19, 2022, 03:14:10 PM »
Great Job Wayne, Austin, and Jeff! Are the 3 guns enough or do you have plans to make more?

 Yes 2 more for sure. I just don’t know when it’s going to happen. Stay tuned.

Do you need anything to help get these projects going? If the admin allows it, you could post an ad in the for sale section accepting donations, to keep it in the spotlight. There is a lot of enthusiasm here and you'd raise the funding in no time I'd imagine.

Thanks but l have everything needed for the next two. The only thing I need is time.
I appreciate the offer and kind thoughts!!
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« Reply #36 on: May 19, 2022, 03:29:41 PM »
Nailman, the guy i have been selling all the guns for lately is donating a bunch of shooting supplies. I'll get up to his place and pick it all up  before I see Wayne again in August.
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« Reply #37 on: May 19, 2022, 04:11:50 PM »
The look on their face says it all. Great job

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« Reply #38 on: May 19, 2022, 04:46:12 PM »
Good job, big thumbs up!
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« Reply #39 on: May 19, 2022, 10:24:03 PM »
Thanks for everything ya'll do, Wayne. That's a proud looking trio of shooters there.
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« Reply #40 on: May 19, 2022, 10:29:42 PM »
Good job Wayne. Let me know when you are collecting parts etc next time and I will dig up a few things,
Dennis
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« Reply #41 on: May 20, 2022, 03:58:42 AM »
That’s a wonderful thing! Glad to see it!
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« Reply #42 on: May 20, 2022, 04:09:39 AM »
What a positive endeavor, A real Ambassador for keeping the torch burning . Truly a great selfless act !!!
Thank you Boone , Glass with all the contemplate I read with todays (shooter's lightly taken as such) , you keep things simple .

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« Reply #43 on: May 30, 2022, 11:33:21 PM »
I sorry I got to this so late.   Very nicely done Wayne.  Great way to promote the sport.
kind regards, heinz