02-11-2006, 12:40 PM
http://msnbc.msn.com/id/10913125/
I never handled a real, live firing Winchester rifle. The closest thing was a non firing replicas similar to this http://www.emf-company.com/1866-yellowboy-rifle.htm when I was a lot younger.
But even from just handling the replica, it was amazing for me how natural the design fits in my hand. Like any firearm it's a deadly tool that needs respect and attention at all times, but to me at least, there's a sense of grim honesty and beauty in that Yellowboy design.
Even if lightsabres and energy blasters become a reality, I think I'll always have a soft spot for the Winchesters.