Little Bighorn Memorial 2-Gun Match, with a Winchester 1866

Published on June 24, 2014
Duration: 10:26

This guide details a technique for operating a lever-action carbine one-handed, as demonstrated by Karl during the Little Bighorn Memorial 2-Gun Match. The technique is crucial for scenarios where a shooter may be injured or otherwise unable to use both hands. It emphasizes adapting body positioning and lever manipulation to maintain control and engage targets effectively under duress.

Quick Summary

The Winchester 1866 carbine, featured in the Little Bighorn Memorial 2-Gun Match, excels in close-quarters engagements due to its lever action and fast-acquisition sights. While historically outmatched by single-shot rifles at long range, its design, including King's loading gate, made it a formidable weapon. The video also demonstrates a critical one-handed operation technique for lever-action firearms.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & 1866 Overview
  2. 04:20Stage 1: Attacking at Range
  3. 06:32Stage 2: Prairie Schooner
  4. 08:05Stage 3: Prisoner
  5. 09:03Stage 4: Ambush at Wounded Hand Creek
  6. 10:15Final Scores & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Winchester 1866 carbine for competition?

The Winchester 1866 carbine features a lever action, buckhorn/express sights for fast close-range engagement, King's loading gate for rear loading, and often a saddle ring. Its brass receiver is also a distinctive visual element.

How did the Winchester 1866 perform at different ranges in the match?

In the Little Bighorn Memorial match, the 1866 carbine showed limitations at long range, contributing to a 42nd place finish in Stage 1. However, it excelled at short range, securing 5th place in Stage 3, highlighting its close-quarters effectiveness.

What historical advantage did repeating rifles offer at Little Bighorn?

Repeating rifles like the Winchester 1866 gave Native American forces a significant firepower advantage over the US Cavalry's single-shot Springfield Trapdoor carbines, impacting battlefield dynamics.

Can you demonstrate a one-handed technique for operating a lever-action rifle?

Yes, the video shows a technique for one-handed lever cycling, crucial for scenarios where a shooter is injured. It involves adapting body positioning and potentially using the non-functional hand to assist lever manipulation.

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