Today is the opening day for squirrel season in north-central Louisiana. It's almost a holiday and everyone who wants to tramp through the woods are chasing those bushy-tailed tree rats. Grandson Lucas went out today and got his first squirrel. This a momentous occasion.
To make the day even cooler, he used a shotgun that has been in the family a long, long, time.
Well done, Lucas. The old man is smiling down on you today.
Didn't know they made A5s in 20 gauge. Wish I would have had one.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Lucas. Welcome to the fraternity. Enjoy your time spent out there and make a effort to remember it.
ReplyDeleteI have an A5 my grandfather gave me when I was 15, 50yrs ago. I've probably taken 1000s of dove with it & many Wood ducks. Couple of years ago shooting ducks the bolt lockback spring broke & I haven't been able to find one. Tried 3 different ones but none work. Guess I will have one made.
ReplyDeleteA fine job by a young man and an interesting bit of history.
ReplyDeleteWaidmannsheil, Lucas! May that be the first of many memorable and successful outings. Particular wonderful to open your game book using a family heirloom.
ReplyDeleteBirdchaser, get in touch with Art in Hillsboro,MO. https://artsgunshop.com/ If he doesn't have that spring, he can probably get them made