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• A Long Shot

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• A Long Shot
  

TRANSCRIPTION: Skill with the revolver and rifle was at one time part of a good cowboy’s qualifications. The handiest weapon of course was the big .45, but for long ranges the more reliable rifle was used. Especially was the case when a chance was offered for a shot at an antelope. The antelopes have very strong vision, and if they get sight of a man before he has approached near enough to use his rifle, will dash out of range like a flash. On the other hand, they do not try to hide themselves, depending on their sharp eyes and acute senses to warn them of danger. They are conspicuous animals, and offer fine targets for a long shot such as our cowboy is trying. He might get a better shot by dismounting, but trusts his pony. The good cow pony is educated to mind the slightest touch of his rider’s hand or knee, and this one understands that he is not to stir while the cowboy takes long and careful aim.