Several documents and white papers are available free to PRVC members and guests to expand their shooting experiences and to provide extended information on a variety of topics relating to Cowboy Action
Shooting™. Click on the underlined title to download the PDF document of your choice.
Assembly/disassembly documents: Because these documents are occasionally updated, we keep the reader’s email addresses on file so that we can send updates as they become available (at no charge). Therefore, these documents are not available by download, but instead by sending an email to Deputy Roger Rapid (roger@siminoff.net) along with your email address. He will email you the correspon-ding PDF file (at no charge). The titles of these documents are in red.
How to use the PACT CLUB Timer - This document clearly describes the features and button controls of the PACT CLUB Timer. Goes beyond what is provided in the PACT CLUB Timer’s instructions. Recommended reading for PRVC at Lazy Arrow Posse Leaders and TOs.
21 Tips to be a Great Posse Leader - Here are 21 tips - plus a whole bunch of sub-tips - to help you be a better Posse Leader and Timing Officer. (While some shooters don’t want coaching, this document provides everything you need to know to ensure the safe management of the stage.)
Gun Racks - Some time back we outfitted every loading table with a long-gun rack to hold six rifles or shotguns, and we had several folks ask about how to make them for their club. This one-page drawing and specifications gives measurements and tells all. (Rev. 7/16/19)
Controlling Blood Lead Levels - This document first appeared in an article in the March 2015 issue of the SASS Cowboy Chronicle. It provides background on problems associated with high levels of lead in the blood and gives numerous tips on how to prevent and reduce dangerous blood-lead levels for cowboy action shooters. (V9 - Revised 2/2/23)
Jacking Out Live Ones - First appearing in the SASS Cowboy Chronicle, this white paper discusses problems with high primers, soft/failed primer hits, and related reasons for jacking out live rounds from a rifle.
Fitness for Cowboy Action Shooters - This document first appeared as an article on the April 2018 issue of the SASS Cowboy Chronicle. It provides several exercises specifically designed to improve strength, stability, and muscle control for cowboy action shooters.
How to Improve Agility - This white paper features instructions from proprioception specialist Kelly Reed Daulton on a simple exercise for improving agility and eye-motor coordination for cowboy action shooters. (First published as article in October 2019 Cowboy Chronicle.)
You’re Probably Seeing Double - Understanding and managing eye dominance is critical for accurate shooting of stationary targets. This white paper explains the ins and outs of eye dominance and how to take advantage of it for cowboy shooting. (First published as article in July 2019 Cowboy Chronicle.)
PRVC Guidelines During COVID-19 - Please take a moment to read our range safety guidelines to familiarize yourself with the procedures that will be in effect during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pedersoli Lightning Assembly/Disassembly manual by Roger Rapid. 28 pages, Version 16. Explains how to completely disassemble and reassemble the Pedersoli version of the Lightning rifle, including tips on improving the functionality of the rifle. (Please email roger@siminoff.net for a free copy.)
Uberti Lightning Assembly/Disassembly manual by Roger Rapid. 24 pages, Version 2. Explains how to completely disassemble and reassemble the Ubertii version of the Lightning rifle, including tips on improving the functionality of the rifle. (Please email roger@siminoff.net for a free copy.)
Taurus Thunderbolt Lightning Assembly/Disassembly manual by Roger Rapid. 24 pages, Version 3. Explains how to completely disassemble and reassemble the Taurus Thunderbolt version of the Lightning rifle, including tips on improving the functionality of the rifle. (Please email roger@siminoff.net for a free copy.)
Winchester ’92 Assembly/Disassembly manual by Roger Rapid. 14 pages, Version 1. Explains how to completely disassemble and reassemble the Winchester Model 1892 lever-action rifle, including tips on improving the functionality of the rifle. (Please email roger@siminoff.net for a free copy.)
To download a document, please click on the document’s underscored title.
