Hausmann's NE SxS Classic - June 3-5

[Frank Srebro]

For those looking at the SxS Events calendar I want to pass along that Ernie and I talked yesterday and he said there's a lot of pent up vendor interest in his 2021 Northeast SxS at Hidden Hollow here in PA. He mentioned RST, Steve Barnett FG (August), Fire Tower Doubles/Brian, Gary Herman, Mark Beasland, Robin Hollow and others familiar and some new this year. Woo hoo!

[Dean Romig]

I can’t wait!! Ernie’s has turned into my favorite shooting event of the year, right behind upland hunting of course.





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[Daryl Corona]

Let's not forget the ever exciting and challenging Bo-Whoop long range competition and the WC Letterman single barrel trap event to be held at the Northeast SxS the first weekend in June.

This year there will be a modified Bo-Whoop event for those of you who would like to shoot your smallbores at these challenging, but breakable, targets.

Everyone has to pass the BW/WCL field on their way in to the tents and then again when they head out to the course. Please stop by, introduce yourself and try your hand at this fun event.

[Bob Decker]

The Lefever Arms Collectors Association will be holding their annual "Uncle Dan Cup" shoot-off at the Northeast Side by Side. The annual Fox-Lefever Challenge will also be held there.

[Mills Morrison]

My son Mills and I are coming. We are excited! Airline, hotel and rental car already lined up!

[Harold Lee Pickens]

Mills, you will love it--be sure and stop over at the Parker homeless campsite for some smoked grouse, adult libation, and lively talk.

[Dean Romig]

And we’ll tone it down a bit for the young feller.





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[Mills Morrison]

He’s heard it all while in traffic with his mother

[Dean Romig]

He’s heard it all while in traffic with his mother

:rotf:




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[Daryl Corona]

Will this be your first trip to Hausmann's Mills?

I bet it won't be your last.:)

[John Davis]

Daryl, tell me more about the Letterman single barrel event.

[john pulis]

Has the PGCA booked a block of special rate rooms in Vestal?

[Daryl Corona]

Daryl, tell me more about the Letterman single barrel event.

Glad you asked John.

It's a 10 target presentation using the two traps set up for the Bo-Whoop. Pretty straight forward but challenging enough that you really need to be on your game to score a 10/10.

But..... After following your career on the trap circuit you could very well be the W.C Letterman cup champion for 2021. Hope to see you there.

BTW- W.C. Letterman shot a Fox SBT of course. It would behoove you to shoot a Fox SBT and use your Parker as a backup.:whistle:

[John Davis]

Suppose I’ll have to bring a SBT along.

[edgarspencer]

It would behoove you to shoot a Fox SBT and use your Parker as a backup.:whistle:

If he shot a Parker, He wouldn't need a backup.

[Mike Koneski]

I know of one guy specifically bringing a Parker SC to shoot the WCL event and a Parker VHE live bird gun for the BW. :shock:

[Mike Koneski]

He’s heard it all while in traffic with his mother

I'd be willing to place a bet in Vegas on those odds!! :rotf:

[Frank Srebro]

The Fox Collectors have offered the W C Letterman vintage SBT event at Hausmann's since 2013, except of course for 2020 when the Northeast SxS was cancelled due to the CV. I'm away from the records but if memory serves Parker SBT's have had very limited success over those 7 years.

EZ for armchair shooters and lawn chair kibitzers to tout their favorite maker; let's see who shows up with what this year and which one rules. :nono:

[John Davis]

Wow! Now that sounds a lot like a challenge.

[Austin J Hawthorne Jr.]

Would a Winchester Model 37 be considered an SBT?

[Daryl Corona]

Wow! Now that sounds a lot like a challenge.

It is John. A friendly one though.:)

[Dean Romig]

Let’s just remember - it’s the indian, not the arrow.






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[Daryl Corona]

If he shot a Parker, He wouldn't need a backup.

Please reference Frank's (Cold Spring) history of the winning guns for this event. :bigbye:

[Daryl Corona]

Would a Winchester Model 37 be considered an SBT?

Sorry Austin, nice try but no.

You might want to retain Mr. Davis as counsel to argue the fact that it does have a single barrel. He will be the one to beat in this event.:)

[John Davis]

I except the challenge. Side bets?

[Dean Romig]

Watch out John, attempting to psyche you out just won’t work os such a cool headed shooter as yourself.





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[Frank Srebro]

Let’s just remember - it’s the indian, not the arrow.
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Yep that's the phrase but its corollary never seems to be mentioned ..... "No Indian can shoot well with a crooked arrow". :whistle:

[Mike Koneski]

Seems to me that Parker, LCS and Ithaca guns have been putting up the winning scores for the SBT cash purse with the occasional second or third place $$ going to a Fox shooter.

[John Davis]

Good thing my bow shoots a straight arrow.

[Mike Koneski]

I except the challenge. Side bets?

A Fox shooter put up $$ for a bet!!! Now that’s funny!! :rotf::rotf::rotf:

[Frank Srebro]

I except the challenge. Side bets?

Definitely John. Maybe a Calcutta? I look forward to meeting you. As time draws near Daryl will be publishing out full rules to presumably include the cash purses paid out three deep as in the past. Friendly competetion with a twist to make it interesting. :)

[Mike Koneski]

Please reference Frank's (Cold Spring) history of the winning guns for this event. :bigbye:

Fox is the only gun allowed to win the “trophy” so in that way Fox wins the event. However, in my recollection having run the BW and WCL the cash purse has gone to other makers more so than to an AHF gun. BTW, I’m buying John in the Calcutta!! I like side bets and can talk trash better than most. 😂😂

[Daryl Corona]

I love when things heat up like this.

[Mike Koneski]

I love when things heat up like this.

Wait until we get to Sanford with our LCS buddies! That’s when it really starts up.

[Daryl Corona]

Wait until we get to Sanford with our LCS buddies! That’s when it really starts up.

Well, it's less than 3 weeks to showtime. Shouldn't things be heating up soon?:cool:

[Mike Koneski]

Well, it's less than 3 weeks to showtime. Shouldn't things be heating up soon?:cool:

Already talking smack in PMs and on FB.

[Frank Srebro]

For those unfamilar or hazy on the W C Letterman vintage SBT event, this has not been trap shooting in the conventional sense and with oscillating/wobble outgoers. At least in the past, a mix of the three traps used for the Bo-Whoop Long Range SxS event are used and they may be quartering, screaming crossers, teal, droppers, incomers, etc. The WCL has also been shot from a different butt than the B-W and the clays are of course "on call".

[John Davis]

For those unfamilar or hazy on the W C Letterman vintage SBT event, this has not been trap shooting in the conventional sense and with oscillating/wobble outgoers. At least in the past, a mix of the three traps used for the Bo-Whoop Long Range SxS event are used and they may be quartering, screaming crossers, teal, droppers, incomers, etc. The WCL has also been shot from a different butt than the B-W and the clays are of course "on call".


I may have spoken too soon.😳

[Daryl Corona]

Already talking smack in PMs and on FB.

Well don't hide the smack from the rest of us, bring it out in the public arena.:nono:

[edgarspencer]

If he shot a Parker, He wouldn't need a backup.


EZ for armchair shooters and lawn chair kibitzers to tout their favorite maker; let's see who shows up with what this year and which one rules. :nono:

I guess we know who that was directed at. No rule says you have to leave your sense of humor at the door.

[Steve Cambria]

I know of one guy specifically bringing a Parker SC to shoot the WCL event and a Parker VHE live bird gun for the BW. :shock:

Yes indeed, he'll be the guy kneeling off-camera, helping TOOL MAN hoist the BW and WCL trophies for his Shooting Sportsman cover shot!! :whistle:

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....and so it begins

[Austin J Hawthorne Jr.]

Sorry Austin, nice try but no.

You might want to retain Mr. Davis as counsel to argue the fact that it does have a single barrel. He will be the one to beat in this event.:)

I doubt I'll have a chance to win that argument so the next question is... could a 20 ga. Model 37 be used in the Bo-Whoop small bore event, or is that just for double guns. I've only owned this gun for less than a year and have not had a chance to test it on long range targets. Then, again, there is always Mad Jack.:whistle:

[CraigThompson]

Wait until we get to Sanford with our LCS buddies! That’s when it really starts up.

I talked to three of those guys Saturday at the Keswick Hunt Club Benefit Shoot . They seemed full of piss and vinegar . Jent I already knew the other two guys names escape me at the moment , but one was suffering from the typical Smith crack disease .

[CraigThompson]

I know of one guy specifically bringing a Parker SC to shoot the WCL event and a Parker VHE live bird gun for the BW. :shock:

How did you know :whistle: Except it’s a DH or DHE not a V grade .

[Daryl Corona]

I doubt I'll have a chance to win that argument so the next question is... could a 20 ga. Model 37 be used in the Bo-Whoop small bore event, or is that just for double guns. I've only owned this gun for less than a year and have not had a chance to test it on long range targets. Then, again, there is always Mad Jack.:whistle:

Austin,
You are welcome to shoot that lovely 20 M37 on the BW but to qualify for the trophy you must shoot an AH Fox SxS. If you really want to shoot a 20, and you don't have one with long barrels and choke, you are welcome to use one of my 20's.
Good luck with the Mad Jack.:banghead:
Then main goal here is to have fun.
Looking forward to meeting you.

[Austin J Hawthorne Jr.]

Austin,
You are welcome to shoot that lovely 20 M37 on the BW but to qualify for the trophy you must shoot an AH Fox SxS. If you really want to shoot a 20, and you don't have one with long barrels and choke, you are welcome to use one of my 20's.
Good luck with the Mad Jack.:banghead:
Then main goal here is to have fun.
Looking forward to meeting you.

Thanks Daryl,
I patterned the 37 a few months ago, and she shoots real tight so I thought I might hit a few of the longer presentations. If I'm on my game at Ernie's I might take you up on the use of one of your Foxes. My only Fox is a 16 gauge with IC/IC chokes which I will use on the Hunters Clays course.
Looking forward to meeting you also.
Regards,
Austin

[Daryl Corona]

Austin,

I have done well on the main Bo-Whoop with a 20 and a 28. Didn't take top prize but had a blast keeping up with the 12 and 10 gauge guys. It can be done.

I think you will like shooting my 32" 20ga. Sterlingworth with F/F chokes and since I am not able to compete I would love to see someone shoot a good score with it just for grins.

Looking forward to meeting you too.

Daryl

[Frank Srebro]

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[Donald McQuade]

Does anybody know if a block rooms have been reserved in town for this event for the traveling Fox and Parker fans?

[Randy G Roberts]

Does anybody know if a block rooms have been reserved in town for this event for the traveling Fox and Parker fans?

Donald see below as copied from a prior post.

We have a block of rooms reserved at Candlewood Suites in Vestal – Binghamton, New York with special rate of $114.00 per night. Call 607-770-0007 to book. Use code "PGCA Side by Side."

Best, Randy ...

[Stephen Hodges]

We reserved two rooms at the Comfort Inn in Vestal for a no cancel price of $80 per night.

[Pete Lester]

Has anyone seen a program or flyer with the details (side events, vendors attending, ammo, food, parking, camping, any covid restrictions etc etc) for this years shoot?

[Donald McQuade]

Thanks Randy!

[Dean Romig]

This should tell everyone what they need to know.
Right side of their page and scroll down.

https://www.facebook.com/Hausmanns-Hidden-Hollow-Sporting-Clays-188938227818169/





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[Pete Lester]

This should tell everyone what they need to know.
Right side of their page and scroll down.

https://www.facebook.com/Hausmanns-Hidden-Hollow-Sporting-Clays-188938227818169/





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Thanks, I was looking to see if the June shoot would include a "Clay Pigeon Ring" like the VGC. I don't see those kind of details on the Facebook page regarding the shoot.

[Brian Dudley]

I booked a room at the Quality which is where the PGCA always used to reserve a block.
We got used to staying there, never had any issues and just continue to stay there. The price this year was $85/ night.

[Pete Lester]

Donald see below as copied from a prior post.

We have a block of rooms reserved at Candlewood Suites in Vestal – Binghamton, New York with special rate of $114.00 per night. Call 607-770-0007 to book. Use code "PGCA Side by Side."

Best, Randy ...

Currently you can book a room there with a cancellable reservation on Expedia.com for $91

[Randy G Roberts]

Currently you can book a room there with a cancellable reservation on Expedia.com for $91

Well that's not good. I will look into that tomorrow to see if anything can be done. Thanks for the info Pete.

[Kevin McCormack]

Auy-Yup!! GOT to watch those 3rd party vendors! Got flummoxed by 3 different ones last month on a trip to PA to pick up guns the week before the Southern. Finally called the hotel direct and talked to a live human being; reserved a great room with a cancellable 24-hr. clause for $78. The range for the "only 2 rooms left at this price" clowns went from $98 to $121. Best part was the hotel was 17 minutes from my destination. I'll go there again!

[tom tutwiler]

I booked a room at the Quality which is where the PGCA always used to reserve a block.
We got used to staying there, never had any issues and just continue to stay there. The price this year was $85/ night.

Wasn't planning on attending as life has thrown some big curves at me lately, but hoping I can sneak up for a few days. Also booked at the Quality Inn. Counting tax etc it comes in short of $100 per night.

[Dean Romig]

I booked a room at the Quality which is where the PGCA always used to reserve a block.
We got used to staying there, never had any issues and just continue to stay there. The price this year was $85/ night.



Quality Inn & Suites has always been very accommodating to the PGCA.





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[CraigThompson]

Quality Inn & Suites has always been very accommodating to the PGCA.





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Are the hotels/motels/motor lodges etc up there very accommodating for those traveling with four legged friends ?

[Dean Romig]

Quality Inn is. They told me the pet charge was $25 for our entire stay but never charged me for Gracie.





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[tom tutwiler]

Quality Inn & Suites has always been very accommodating to the PGCA.





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Dean,

Never stayed at the Quality Inn before. Do they have fridges or microwaves in the rooms? Just trying to figure out if I need to bring a small cooler for eats and drinks and such.

[Dean Romig]

Tom, there are plenty of eateries along the strip that Quality Inn is on. There is a fridge in the room but I don’t remember a microwave.
However, there is a dining area with complimentary breakfast foods, fruits, coffee, tea and juices.






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[tom tutwiler]

Tom, there are plenty of eateries along the strip that Quality Inn is on. There is a fridge in the room but I don’t remember a microwave.
However, there is a dining area with complimentary breakfast foods, fruits, coffee, tea and juices.






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Thanks Dean. I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease last year so eating can be a bit of a challenge. Having a small fridge can be pretty handy to have.

[Harold Lee Pickens]

Tom, my wife was diagnosed with Celiac in 1995, shortly after we married. She is really good at picking thru menus and determining what is safe to eat, and how to cook gluten free. I hope you are feeling better now that you know what the problem is--it made a big difference in her.
For those who dont know, Celiac Sprue is an autoimmune disease in which the body cannot handle the protein gluten, found in wheat, barley. Imagine, no bread, no beer, pizza, fried chicken, etc, unless they are prepared with gluten free ingreediants. Tip: try Anheuser-Busch Red Bridge beer.
Sorry, I wont get to see you at Hausmann's, wife's mother is predicted to pass today.

[tom tutwiler]

Tom, my wife was diagnosed with Celiac in 1995, shortly after we married. She is really good at picking thru menus and determining what is safe to eat, and how to cook gluten free. I hope you are feeling better now that you know what the problem is--it made a big difference in her.
For those who dont know, Celiac Sprue is an autoimmune disease in which the body cannot handle the protein gluten, found in wheat, barley. Imagine, no bread, no beer, pizza, fried chicken, etc, unless they are prepared with gluten free ingreediants. Tip: try Anheuser-Busch Red Bridge beer.
Sorry, I wont get to see you at Hausmann's, wife's mother is predicted to pass today.

Red Bridge isn't my favorite GF beer, but its certainly the most available. For those who think beer is expensive as a rule, check out the price on GF beer. Hard Cider has become my go to beverage as its naturally GF.

[Donald McQuade]

Wanted to give a quick shout out to Bret Hoop and the Parker folks for a great barbeque spread they put out Friday evening after the shooting was done. The ribs and brisket were excellent and the company even better. Met some fine folks and had a great time. Thank you for your hospitality.

[allan.mclane]

A couple of views of the feed...

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[Dean Romig]

That’s fabulous Allan - Thanks!

That was Friday evening, right?



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[allan.mclane]

Yes, Friday afternoon. We missed you and all the others, too numerous to count, that couldn’t be there.

[Dean Romig]

Had I made the trip I would have been at the PGCA Annual Meeting Banquet.
Too bad they were both scheduled for the same evening.

No offense intended to anybody. I love being with friends in the back corner of the field but I have always fully supported the PGCA and the Banquet agenda and all of its activities.



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