Space Cowboy Brutality

Published on July 30, 2025
Duration: 5:04

The 'Space Cowboy' division, introduced at High Desert Brutality, redefines lever-action rifle competitions by allowing optics on traditional and modern lever guns. This division pairs these scoped rifles with handguns chambered in .45 Colt, 10mm, or .357 Magnum, drawing inspiration from sci-fi westerns like Firefly and The Mandalorian. The concept encourages the use of a wide variety of lever-action firearms, from classic Winchesters to heavily customized models, for competitive shooting.

Quick Summary

The 'Space Cowboy' division in shooting competitions features lever-action rifles equipped with optics, paired with handguns in .45 Colt, 10mm, or .357 Magnum. This category embraces both traditional and modernized lever guns, inspired by sci-fi western themes.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Heat and InRange TV
  2. 00:30High Desert Brutality 2025 and Space Cowboy Division
  3. 00:46Love for Lever Guns
  4. 00:54Defining Space Cowboy: Lever Guns with Optics
  5. 00:57Example: 1894 Winchester by Miroku with Optic
  6. 01:16Space Cowboy Division Gun Criteria
  7. 01:29Handgun Requirements for Space Cowboy
  8. 01:38Inspiration: Firefly, Serenity, Mandalorian
  9. 01:45Modernized Lever Guns in Space Cowboy
  10. 02:06Encouraging Lever Gun Participation
  11. 02:14Rifle Caliber Requirements for Brutality Matches
  12. 02:23Example Calibers: .30-30, .30-06, .30-40 Krag
  13. 02:39Effectiveness of .30-30 at Distance
  14. 03:21Pistol Caliber Friendly Stages
  15. 03:26Example: 1892 Winchester with Red Dot
  16. 03:34Rossi .357 Magnum with Red Dot
  17. 03:54The Sidearm: FK Brno PSD Compact in 10mm
  18. 04:04Allowed Handgun Calibers: 10mm, .45 ACP, .357 Magnum
  19. 04:15Invitation to the Apocalyptic Retro Future
  20. 04:19Lever Guns with Optics are Awesome
  21. 04:28Getting into Brutality Events via Patreon
  22. 04:39Brutality Match Information
  23. 04:42Supporting InRangeTV
  24. 04:49What's the Space Cowboy 'Yeehaw'?

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Space Cowboy' division in shooting competitions?

The 'Space Cowboy' division is a concept and competition category that features lever-action rifles equipped with optics. It encourages the use of both traditional and modernized lever guns, paired with specific handgun calibers like .45 Colt, 10mm, or .357 Magnum.

What types of optics are allowed on lever-action rifles in the Space Cowboy division?

The Space Cowboy division allows for various optics on lever-action rifles, including 4x scopes, Low Power Variable Optics (LPVOs), and red dot sights. The key is that the rifle must have an optic mounted.

Which handgun calibers are permitted in the Space Cowboy division?

For the Space Cowboy division, handguns must be chambered in .45 Colt, 10mm, or .357 Magnum. These calibers are chosen to complement the rugged, retro-futuristic theme of the division.

What kind of lever-action rifles are suitable for the Space Cowboy division?

Any lever-action rifle can be used, from historic models like the Winchester 1894 to modern, customized versions with features like M-LOK handguards. The primary requirement is the addition of an optic.

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