Steve Watts Letter

We received the following note, and the photo above, from long-time subscriber, Steve Watts:

"Just a note from someone you don't know, but who, like many, has been influenced by your work. Many thanks for the years, the efforts and the publications that have been so useful to those of us who seek to interpret the past."

Thank you, Steve, for your loyalty and support.

Bill Scurlock

May/June 2011 in the Mail

The next issue is in the mail. The cover features a painting by Pennsylvania artist John Buxton, entitled "Stolen Bay." You can visit John's website at www.buxtonart.com or call him at 412-486-6588.

Bill Scurlock

Scott Shea Flint Wallet

This flint wallet was sent to me by Scott Shea. Scott's work has been featured in MUZZLELOADER ("Prime Possibles" Sept/Oct 2010) and on this blog (Aug. 25, 2010). This wallet features pockets for 2 spare flints and a hand-forged tool with turnscrews and a pick. To see more of Scott's work, visit www.scottshearifles.com.

Bill Scurlock

LaClair Skinner by C. L. Matteo

This hand-forged knife was reviewed by Mike Nesbitt in the Mar/Apr 2011 issue. For more information visit www.shrewbows.com/laclair_skinner/index.html.

Bill Scurlock

Hunting Gloves by Karen Hainlen

I reviewed these handmade wool hunting gloves in the Mar/Apr 2011 issue. They are first rate. To see them online or to get in touch with Karen, go to www.applecartcreations.com.

Bill Scurlock

October Country Frontier Horn

Mike Nesbitt reviewed this powder horn in the Mar/Apr 2011 issue. You can see more at www.octobercountry.com.

Bill Scurlock

Sharpshooters by Gary Yee

"For the Bookshelf" in the Mar/Apr issue featured this excellent book by Gary Yee. He also had an article entitled "Sharpshooters to the Top! Small Arms Marksmanship in the Age of Sail" in the Mar/Apr issue. Gary is an arms curator, former firearms instructor and enjoys building longrifles and accoutrements. Order online at www.sharpshooterpress.com.

Bill Scurlock