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We wanted to give everyone a place here to comment directly on the magazine, what you like or don’t like, and maybe what you’d like to see more of in the future.
The content of our magazine is also largely determined by what members submit. If you are thinking about writing an article, we can help you with any questions and listen if you’d like to bounce some ideas around. We might also be able to help you with locating additional research information. Look for guidelines and photography posts here in the future too.
Thank you,
Brad Dunbar
Brad, how about guns of famous people or guns actually used in Hollywood movies. I know most folks like that. Big Larry
Hey Larry
That’s not a bad idea. Maybe someone with some knowledge to share on that subject will be inspired to give that a whirl. There have been a few articles that were sort of in that vein in the past, but I’m sure there is more out there.
Brad
I like stories about particular rifles- who used to own them and how they used them. Vintage photos are the icing on the cake.
The next issue will actually have part of a collection of old photos that one member accumulated over the years. I like them also and I think more old photos would be welcome.
Another idea we talked about was showcasing one or several Winchesters from a member’s collection on a page or two, sort of expanding the format of the calendar. Possibly a rare gun or one with interesting history or provenance, and having room for a paragraph or two and several photos.
Hunting or shooting experiences using old Winchesters are good too.
Brad
I may be a bit selfish but I would like to see a little more on the .22 rimfire bolt action models……
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
JWA said
I may be a bit selfish but I would like to see a little more on the .22 rimfire bolt action models……Best Regards,
I agree, there has been some detailed forensic work done by our members diving into reams of factory records. ..old catalogs…and a myriad of rimfires. These fine firearms have been what initiated many a Winchester rifleman, who went on to become a Winchester collector. Someone needs to tell their story.
Vince
Southern Oregon
NRA member
Fraternal Order of Eagles
“There is but one answer to be made to the dynamite bomb and that can best be made by the Winchester rifle.”
Teddy Roosevelt
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I hereby formally nominate Jeff (JWA) to write a series of articles for the WACA Collector magazine about the various .22 rim fire bolt-action rifles… and start with the Model 69 !!!
Bert
p.s. somebody needs to quickly 2nd the motion, then the rest of you vote Yea before Jeff reads this.
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
JWA said
I may be a bit selfish but I would like to see a little more on the .22 rimfire bolt action models……Best Regards,
Like Bert says, you could be the best answer to your own request.
Brad
I have no problem with that as long as it does not bore too many people. I would need some help with the photos though, my picture taking skills are not WACA magazine worthy.
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
Jeff,
It is extremely doubtful that you are going “bore too many people”.
What camera do you have?
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
I have an old Nikon D70 but the camera is not the problem, it is the guy pushing the button. I am trying to solve lighting issues. The natural lighting here in the desert is too harsh and my artificial lighting is insufficient for full frame rifle shots.
Any/all suggestions are appreciated.
Best Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
Jeff,
We can discuss this topic at the Reno show in November.
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
Sounds good, I look forward to it!
Regards,
WACA Life Member #6284 - Specializing in Pre-64 Winchester .22 Rimfire
November 7, 2015
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Motion passed, looking forward to the article! I’ve been studying on adding a .22 to my little collection but reading is a little scarce on the subject.
All kidding aside, JWA is right. Pics in the recent issues set the bar pretty high, IMHO. Just getting started on the current issue. Wow.
I’d like to see a short story or two about an historically significant rifle or one that belonged to a famous person. Another possibility is an article about the info archived in Cody and how that information is used, processed and preserved.
Did you gentlemen know there are more photos of David Kruse’s Winchester Store?
Check it out:
https://winchestercollector.org/a-passion-for-everything-winchester/
Rob Kassab
Director & Executive Editor
Winchester Arms Collectors Association
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Rob,
Thanks so much for sharing the additional photos. It’s really fascinating to see all that product in an original setting.
The photo essay makes one want to make a pilgrimage !
Bill
Incredible! The “Winchester Collector” article was outstanding but it appears to me that there is enough material here to write a book, if someone writes a short background story on each featured item.
"This is the West, sir. When the legend becomes fact, print the legend."
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