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Fingers McGee · February 12, 2010, 01:03 AM

There are numerous rifles (Henry's, '66s, '73s, Lightnings, '92s, 94s, Marlins, Rossis, etc.) and shotguns ('97s, Rossi's Steogers, TTNs, Remingtons, 1887's, etc.) that could be used in CAS competition. Each one will have it's share of shooters that either love or hate them.

My rifle and shotgun of choice is a '66 carbine in 44-40 and a Liberty II 12 ga SxS. New '66s can be had for around $800; although they will pop up cheaper from time to time. Liberty IIs arent being made anymore; but you can get a TTN SxS for around $450.

Of course, once you get your battery put together; you'll need back-ups in case something breaks. I have a 44-40 Henry, '73 short rifle, and AWA lightning as back-ups for my '66. For my shotgun, I have as back-ups, an 1887 clone, '97 takedown, TTN, and 1889 Remington.

I recommend you try as many different rifles and shotguns as you can before you buy anything.

February 12, 2010, 01:03 AM	#4
Fingers McGee Senior Member Join Date: March 20, 2008 Location: High & Dry in Missouri Ozarks Posts: 2,113	There are numerous rifles (Henry's, '66s, '73s, Lightnings, '92s, 94s, Marlins, Rossis, etc.) and shotguns ('97s, Rossi's Steogers, TTNs, Remingtons, 1887's, etc.) that could be used in CAS competition. Each one will have it's share of shooters that either love or hate them. My rifle and shotgun of choice is a '66 carbine in 44-40 and a Liberty II 12 ga SxS. New '66s can be had for around $800; although they will pop up cheaper from time to time. Liberty IIs arent being made anymore; but you can get a TTN SxS for around $450. Of course, once you get your battery put together; you'll need back-ups in case something breaks. I have a 44-40 Henry, '73 short rifle, and AWA lightning as back-ups for my '66. For my shotgun, I have as back-ups, an 1887 clone, '97 takedown, TTN, and 1889 Remington. I recommend you try as many different rifles and shotguns as you can before you buy anything.