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Jim Watson · November 24, 2008, 08:37 PM

Because you have to keep your other hand free for the horse's reins.

Because a gentleman does not fight a duel with both hands on the pistol.

Traditional pistol technique goes back that far.

November 24, 2008, 08:37 PM	#4
Jim Watson Senior Member Join Date: October 25, 2001 Location: Alabama Posts: 18,541	Because you have to keep your other hand free for the horse's reins. Because a gentleman does not fight a duel with both hands on the pistol. Traditional pistol technique goes back that far.