I lost my Dad on the 13th.....

[Fourtyfive]

I have been quiet for a while but only because I have been a bit depressed and busy as can be. My Dad passed on the 13th at home in bed, a surprise to all even at the age of 90. I am getting all things in order and taking care of my mom now. Fortunately she is only 4 houses up the road. I got a gift I loved and looked at in a drawer for around 50 years now. It is the first pistol I ever shot and man was it a handful at the age of I guess 8. Now it is mine but not by choice, I will hand it down to my son who loves guns just as much as me. Teach them well. I would like to share this wonderful pistol with all of you as well.

[peejman]

My condolences on the loss of your Dad.  It's good to have some things to bring back pleasant memories. 

Edited March 2, 2017 by peejman

[jpx2rk]

Sorry for your loss.  Everyone travels this road at their own speed.  

[Raoul]

Sorry for your loss but you've been blessed for him to have been in your life this long.

[buck1032]

Sorry for your loss. Always treasure the love, the smiles, good times and yes the Colt 45.

[FJCrusing]

Sorry for your loss. You will always be able to have fond memories of him through that 1911.

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[dralarms]

Lost my dad in 2010. It never gets easier. There are things I wished I had done and thing I did that I wished I could take back.  I did inherit 3 of his rifles, they are locked away in a safe to pass along to my children when I go.

 

Sorry for your loss, it is a burden we all will have to bear I'm afraid. 

[Randall53]

I lost my dad 30 years ago February the 7th. The pain and loss do subside with time but the memories last a lifetime. I still think of him often with a smile in my heart, especially when hunting or fishing and I thank him every time I'm able to fix something on my truck or car since he taught me how to do them all. I'm sorry for your loss.

[TGO David]

Very sorry to hear of your father's passing.  Thank you for feeling at-home with us enough to share, and thank you again for sharing photos of that beautiful 1911.  What a fantastic heirloom, packed with decades of memories and tradition.  I hope that it brings you infinitely more enjoyment than any tinges of sorrow, and reminds you most of the good times together.

 

[Omega]

My condolences, sounds like he left many happy memories and the task to pass them on to your family and friends. 

[Danger Rane]

Sorry for your loss Sir. That's a great looking pistol, made even better by the memories it carries for you and eventually your son. 

[hipower]

I'm so sorry for your loss my friend. Although it's been 24 years since I lost my dad, I still feel the loss, and cherish his memory.

[rugerla1]

So sorry to hear of your Fathers passing,, my condolences and prayers. 

[RED333]

Praying for yall

[Grand Torino]

They say time heals all wounds. I'm not so sure sometimes but it does make it a bit easier. May God be with you and yours.

[bigun]

Praying for you and your family.

[Tuffus]

Sorry for your loss. I lost my dad 2 years ago this month a week shy of his 88th birthday. He didn't leave me any fine weapons like yours did but he did leave many many fond memories as I'm sure yours did.

[TrickyNicky]

Dads are the best, sorry the time with yours was cut off 45. 

[221 Fireball]

I lost my dad in '91 when I was 36. I'm 62 now and am reminded of his legacy he left me everyday in the life that I live. I'm also reminded of the good as I watch my children and grandchildren grow up.

That bond will remain forever for you as well 45, cherish it.

Edited March 2, 2017 by 221 Fireball

[btq96r]

My condolences to you and your family Fourtyfive.  If you need a hand on your shoulder, you know we're here for you. 

Making it to 90 is a helluva run though.  Here's hoping you and your son have those good aging genes to draw from.  And you've got that treasure gun to remind you of all the good times.

[DWARREN123]

I am sorry for your loss!

Cherish the memories you have and love the ones near to you.

[Fourtyfive]

Thanks my friends. I've got to tell a story of when my wife was first introduced to guns. It was the same pistol. We were at a friends house out by the river. A safe place to plink. We gave her the pistol after giving her a safety check and how to shoot it. She is allergic to wasp and any other stings. As soon as we got her set up and she flipped the safety she took a long serious aim; then a bee tried to land on the barrel. She spun in a 360 and we all hit the dirt, dad included, I guess you just had to be there. This pistol means the world to me. Thanks for your support. 

Edited March 3, 2017 by Fourtyfive

[Esko 270]

Cool story!  Thanks for sharing. Can I shoot your new cz. Just playing 

[Fourtyfive]

11 minutes ago, Esko 270 said:

Cool story!  Thanks for sharing. Can I shoot your new cz. Just playing 

Anytime, I hope to shoot it this weekend.

[Esko 270]

33 minutes ago, Fourtyfive said:

Anytime, I hope to shoot it this weekend.

I've got a A3 I haven't shot yet, we should go some time.