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Are you ready to kick up the dust and step into the world of Wild West gunfighters and their iron? Brace yourself as we take you on a gritty journey back in time to explore the deadly skills of the gunslingers who won the West, often at the end of a pistol barrel. We promise you'll be riveted as we unravel tales of legendary figures like Bat Masterson and Wyatt Earp, dissecting the truth behind the myths of infamous gunfights. We don't just stop at the stories, but we also delve deeper into their preferred weapons and techniques, so you can understand the art of gunfighting in all its deadly glory.
 
This episode will illuminate the level of skill and practice these gunslingers needed to maintain their reputation and expertise. We explore the controversial practice of gun fanning, the importance of steady aim as preferred by the likes of Earp, and the legend of the Buntline Special. We'll also debunk some myths, like gunfight notches and the bluff in a gunfight. So saddle up, listeners, as we take you on a wild ride into the captivating world of Wild West gunfighters and guns. We promise it will be an adventure you won't forget.  Also see our Website "Guns of the West."

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"Edward Masterson and the Texas Cowboys," penned by Michael King, takes readers on an exhilarating ride through the American West, focusing on the lively and gritty cattle town of Dodge City, Kansas. This thrilling dime novel plunges into the action-packed year of Ed Masterson's life as a lawman, set against the backdrop of the chaotic cattle trade, filled with fierce conflicts, shifting loyalties, and rampant lawlessness. You can order the book on Amazon.