Brickyard Posted August 24, 2003 Report Share Posted August 24, 2003 Well, someone has to start. Since I'm one of the one's who got there the latest and probably the one who had to leave the soonest (sometimes ya just gotta go with the flow ... catch my drift) I wanted to say that it was excellent. I'm new to a lot of this stuff so WOW, there's so much so see. Thank you to everyone to took the time to bring all their toys for us to slobber over. I know the show went well and I assume the shoot on Saturday did too. I would like to extend by sincere appreciation to Tracie and his family for the kind hospitality, I, and I assume everyone, felt very welcome. It's a wonderful opportunity and anyone who's not a member should consider it strongly and as the description above says, "If you've not been, ya gotta go". PS- Hawksnest, thanks for the name badge, really nice. CJR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimFromFL Posted August 25, 2003 Report Share Posted August 25, 2003 Can someone pleeeeeeeeeeeeease post some pictures of the show in the basement. Who won the pepper poppers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper28 Posted August 25, 2003 Report Share Posted August 25, 2003 I would also like to extend my thanks and appreciation to Tracie and his family for a great time. Also I would thank Larry, Mike, Tino and Lanna, Phil, Chuck,Dave, Sutton, and all the others who made this southerner feel welcome and at home. It was a great experiece and I enjoyed myself very much. Thank you all for a great weekend that I will never forget. I wish you all the best and hopefully will see you next year. Good luck and best regards, Chris Holtzclaw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
full auto 45 Posted August 25, 2003 Report Share Posted August 25, 2003 Chris and all the others that were there, great time. Tino, Chuck, Chris, Dave, Phil.......I think I was hit by a German Beer truck Saturday nite, did any of you get the plate number by chance.Anybody got an aspirin? http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/cool.gif Damon, this is your video clip, I hope all enjoy. Damon busted his cherry last week-end at the shoot. Here's what it looked like! Damon Fires His First Full Auto Machinegun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM76 Posted August 25, 2003 Report Share Posted August 25, 2003 It sure was a great time,at the shoot,like to thank Traice, Donna and the club for hosting this event. I had a chance to show my new display there. The first timer " chopper 28 " ( he diden't tell you ) did real good at the shoot by takeing second place ,one bullet hole from first place. Nice shooting Chris. We all had a good time at Brew's sat nite, Mike I think the aspirin just made it worse. To bad they ran out of some of our favorte brew there. Well have to let them know ahead of time when were comming See Ya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gijive Posted August 25, 2003 Report Share Posted August 25, 2003 Hi Guys, Yeah, Saturday night was fun. Needless to say, I didn't get up as early Sunday morning as I had planned. Got home a couple of hours later than I expected. The show was super and it was great meeting some of the list members and first time attendees. Nice seeing some of the familiar faces again, too! Congtaulation to Rob (rkr) and Chris (Chopper28) for their shooting prowess as first time attendees. Rob came in first in the Steel PLates (pepper poppers), with a little help from me:-) Chris came in second in the morning shoot with a score of 96. Great shooting guys. You made the list members proud! I'll post a few pictures of the event later in the week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkr Posted August 25, 2003 Report Share Posted August 25, 2003 We had a great time at the TCA show and shoot. The Hills and the rest of the Board put together a great event. I saw my first Colt Thompson actually quite a few. Also some neat military guns and accessories. Phil was selling parts and there was a lot of exchange of information and knowledge. Winning the pepper poppers was a great thrill. Tracie's museum was the highlight for me. He has it all when it comes to Thompsons. TCA is planning some great events and exhibitions for the coming year. Please join if you have not already. GIjive took alot of pictures which I hope he will post on the board. Rob Robinson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSMG28 Posted August 25, 2003 Report Share Posted August 25, 2003 A wonderful time had by all! http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif As usual, Tracie and Donna Hill's hospitality was first rate, and the members got a chance to exchange their wealth of knowledge. Big things coming in the next year, so stay tuned. A big thanks to "hawksnest" for providing the message board ID cards. It was enjoyable meeting other board members and putting a face to the name (or pseudo-name). Special congratulations to the first-timers that stole the show, or should I say shoot. May this be the first of many visits, but let some of the rest of us win something next time. Ah, who cares! It is just great to meet, shoot and enjoy the day and the company. For those of you that couldn't make it this year, we missed you and look forward to seeing you next year. Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Iannamico Posted August 25, 2003 Report Share Posted August 25, 2003 Can anyone scan their member ID that was made? I'd like to see how they turned out.. thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Askew Posted August 26, 2003 Report Share Posted August 26, 2003 I think this was one of the best shows. Everything at the shoot went very well AND safe. I thought the group of Range officers I worked with was one of the best. The displays at Tracies were super! So many people from all walks of life but with one common bond ,THOMPSONS!!!!!!!! Tino, Chuck,Chris, Dave and Mike are the only guys I know that can run a bar out of so many brands of beer. We should of called ahead! Mike, I think I followed that beer truck back to my hotel and as Chris would say " I heard that !" Had a great time guys and hope to see more new faces next year!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
full auto 45 Posted August 26, 2003 Report Share Posted August 26, 2003 Nick, here's what the tags looked like. And what the hell were you thinking going to a wedding instead of the show!? You could have talked them into doing it at the show. That would look good in the wedding photo's, a hundred or so people with machineguns standing around the bride & doomed. http://mikesmachineguns.homestead.com/files/fullauto45.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyGunner Posted August 26, 2003 Report Share Posted August 26, 2003 Mike you are way to funny! Thanks for filming that and the creative editing. Was great to meet you and many of the other members of the board and TCA. Met lots of great people and don't have to tell you that I REALLY enjoyed myself. The Show was unbeliveable...tons of stuff to drool over! And belive it or not I may have Erika talked into the 28 with the .22cal conversion kit and suppressor like she got to try out. I will have to post some pics of that cause that was a hoot! The shoot did not last long enough for me...and the wait to go again is gonna seem like forever! Addicted now...want more. Special thanks to HawksNest...who basically let me let me shoot his guns until we ran out of bullets! That vid is with his 28 REWAT. It came out great (was it Ohio Ordnance you said did it?) Could never tell that it was REWATED...really looked beautiful and ran without a hitch! Thanks a bunch and please email me your contact info...I have some goodies to send you! Its late here and I just got done with a 16hr ride back...will get some pics up tomorrow. Damon http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/rolleyes.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Iannamico Posted August 26, 2003 Report Share Posted August 26, 2003 Tell me about it Mike! And we ain't finished yet, I have 4 more to go in the next 6 weeks! When I am President I am making a law that states if you invite me to your wedding and I go and you end up getting divorced I want the gift back that I gave you, the card, and the money! And an apology letter stating that you're sorry for wasting my time! PS the pic isn't showing up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Iannamico Posted August 27, 2003 Report Share Posted August 27, 2003 Oh pretty cool! Thank you HAWKSNEST for hooking everyone up with them, I appreciate it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMMY SMG Posted August 27, 2003 Report Share Posted August 27, 2003 SOS -- SOS -- SOS -- SOS -- SOS -- SOS -- SOS -- SOS -- SOS -- SOS!!!!!!! WHAT, -- YOU KNOW I COULDN'T MAKE IT http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/sad.gif , SO YOUR HOLDING-OUT ON THE PICTURES???? http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/ohmy.gif OK, OK, OK, IS THIS WHAT IT TAKES!!! http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/dry.gif PLEASE http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif -- PLEASE http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif -- PLEASE http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif -- POST SOME PICKS. http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif (sometimes you guys are so mean!!!) "just kidding" http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/laugh.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/tongue.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/laugh.gif Thanks, Jim http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/smile.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The1930sRust Posted August 27, 2003 Report Share Posted August 27, 2003 I'm with Jim. Post them! Heck, if anyone has some goodies, email them to me and I'll upload them to my server. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyGunner Posted August 27, 2003 Report Share Posted August 27, 2003 Ok, Ok...I will try to get some up tonite for everyone. I have some good shots of the shoot but none of the show. http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/sad.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walter63a Posted August 27, 2003 Report Share Posted August 27, 2003 I must say that I too have been waiting rather patiently, yet with some anticipation. http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/smile.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/blink.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/ohmy.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif I am waiting patiently, since it it is recognized that after a wild weekend of eating http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif , shooting Tommyguns http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/rolleyes.gif , and drinking http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/blink.gif (responsibly, surely), a sufficient recovery period is customary. http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/tongue.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/laugh.gif I am waiting with some anticipation, in order to discover what goes on at one of these 'Tommygun socials,' so I know how to prepare for my first one. http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/rolleyes.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/cool.gif So, without further ado, by all means, bring on the photos gentlemen!!! http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/cool.gif Residing in limbo, Walter P.S. Someome, please, put us out of our misery!!! http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/unsure.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/blink.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/ohmy.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/sad.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/cool.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyGunner Posted August 27, 2003 Report Share Posted August 27, 2003 Here you go. Erika took most of the pics I have and she mostly took pictures of me. I am sure that other members have some better pics and hopefully this will spur them into posting them. Sorry I did not have more for you guys and of a better subject! http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/rolleyes.gif Here is my little pregnant Erika with a suppressed 22cal 28. (This is my favorite!) http://www.tommygunner.com/images/TCAshoot/erikawsuppressor.jpg Here is me getting some expert instruction from a good friend. http://www.tommygunner.com/images/TCAshoot/gettinginstruction.jpg Here is me and a friend. http://www.tommygunner.com/images/TCAshoot/meandafriend.jpg Here is me and a friend shooting at a evil stick that was coming right at us! Lots of shells in the air here! http://www.tommygunner.com/images/TCAshoot/meandafriendshootin.jpg Here is Mike on the firing line. http://www.tommygunner.com/images/TCAshoot/mike.jpg Me getting my ass kicked at the pepper poppers! http://www.tommygunner.com/images/TCAshoot/pepperpopper.jpg Some of the toys that was lucky enough to have the pleasure to shoot. http://www.tommygunner.com/images/TCAshoot/toys.jpg Sorry that I hogged all the shots here. Next time I will be sure to get some better shots of everything to post on the board. Come on all you guys with the good pics...STOP HOARDING THEM! For those of you that missed it...it was a "blast" http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/laugh.gif Be Good! Damon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walter63a Posted August 27, 2003 Report Share Posted August 27, 2003 Aaaaaaaaahhh, that's better. http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/smile.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/cool.gif Thank-you, kind sir. May I have some more posts, please, gentlemen. http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif Seriously though, TommyGunner, thanks. It looks like you definitely had fun. http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/tongue.gif http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif Regards, Walter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
full auto 45 Posted August 28, 2003 Report Share Posted August 28, 2003 Ok, I've been playing again. Try this and see what happens. It's short only 12 seconds. It's My buddy David and Damon on the firing line. It's Only 80 Rounds! Great pictures Damon. Next time I'll wear a hat to hide my grey! http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TommyGunner Posted August 28, 2003 Report Share Posted August 28, 2003 Glad I could help Walter...just wish I had more to show than my fat ass! http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/tongue.gif Mike that las vid is playing upside down...is it on my end? The first one you posted of me plays correctly. I does look good once I bend my neck around though! http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Askew Posted August 28, 2003 Report Share Posted August 28, 2003 Hey Mike I wasn't kidding. You should blow up your picture to full target size. It would be great out at the range. Its not often we can shoot back! Phil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The1930sRust Posted August 28, 2003 Report Share Posted August 28, 2003 Perhaps Mike's video was placed upside down for Murray? Seriously, looked fine here and a GREAT vid Mike. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMMY SMG Posted August 28, 2003 Report Share Posted August 28, 2003 Chris, To bad you couldn't have made it to the shoot with your camera http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/sad.gif . I reviewed your internet site "Darklight Imagery" last night and you have quite the talent for catching unque and dazzling moments on film. http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/cool.gif I'm sure you would have been the envy of the board with pictures of Thompsons you would have taken at the shoot. Maybe next year!!!! http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/wink.gif Very Nice Work, http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/wink.gif Jim http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/smile.gif PS -- My favorite is the "Pine Forest" picture, under "Nature". http://www.machinegunbooks.com/forums/invboard1_1_2/upload/html/emoticons/smile.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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