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Wild Bill, Bearded Indians and Banks

by | Sep 1, 2022 | Ask the Marshall

  Can you tell me why Wild Bill Hickok wore his guns backwards? Bob Hite (Kinship Productions Pine Island Sound, Florida) Many successful shootists preferred the cross draw. For example, if you’re sitting at a faro table or in the saddle, it’s much easier to reach across and pull your gu


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