Surviving Old West Towns: What Remains of the Wild West Today
October 23 2025
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27 Oct
Why Do Cowboys Prefer Lever Action Rifles?
Cowboys prefer lever-action rifles because they're fast, reliable, and use the same ammo as their revolvers. Built for the wild west, these guns work in dust, rain, and on horseback - and still dominate cowboy action shooting today.
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23 Oct
Surviving Old West Towns: What Remains of the Wild West Today
Explore real Old West towns still standing today, learn how they survived, where to visit, and tips for a historic road trip.
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22 Oct
Cowboy's Weapon of Choice: The Revolver that Dominated the Wild West
Explore why the Colt Single Action Army revolver became the iconic cowboy weapon, its rivals, and lasting impact on Western culture.
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21 Oct
What Caliber Did Cowboys Shoot? A Complete Guide for Cowboy Action Shooting
Discover the exact calibers real cowboys used and how they apply to modern Cowboy Action Shooting, with a detailed guide on .45 Colt, .44-40, .38-40 and more.
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19 Oct
Crypto Adoption Trend Explained: Current Stats, Drivers & Future Outlook
Explore the crypto adoption trend with up-to-date stats, key drivers, regional patterns, and future predictions to understand how digital assets are moving into everyday use.
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14 Oct
Average Male Height in 1800 - How Tall Were Men During the Wild West Era?
Explore the average male height around 1800, why men were shorter, and how the Wild West fits into the historical data. Includes sources, regional tables, and modern comparisons.
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14 Oct
Why Was the Wild Wild West TV Series Cancelled? Unpacking the Real Reasons
Discover why the Wild Wild West TV series was cancelled, covering low ratings, high costs, audience reaction, and network strategy in a detailed 2025 analysis.
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14 Oct
Cowboy Alcohol Drinks: What Booze Did Cowboys Sip in the Old West?
Explore the range of drinks cowboys favored in the Old West, from whiskey and bourbon to beer, moonshine, and non‑alcoholic sarsaparilla, with history, prices and modern recreations.
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13 Oct
Wyatt Earp’s Caliber: What Guns Did the Legendary Lawman Use?
Explore the exact calibers Wyatt Earp used, from his .45 Colt revolver to his .44‑40 rifle, and learn how to choose authentic replicas for cowboy action shooting.
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7 Oct
Why the Winchester Model 73 Stands Out: Design, Power, and Legacy
Explore why the Winchester Model 73 stands out-its pioneering rear‑loading box magazine, the .30‑30 cartridge, and its lasting impact on firearms history.
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6 Oct
Everyday Life in the Wild West: Real Stories of Cowboys, Towns & Frontier
Explore the daily realities of the Wild West-work, homes, health, social life, and myths-through vivid examples and practical insights.
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6 Oct
Old West Ammo Prices: What Did Bullets Cost in the 19th‑Century Frontier
Discover the real cost of Old West ammunition, from .45‑70 cartridges to black powder, with historic prices, factors influencing cost, and modern equivalents.
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