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Edward McGivern (October 20, 1874 – December 12, 1957) was a famous exhibition shooter, shooting instructor and author of the book Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting. McGivern performed extensive research into the art of handgun shooting, particularly with the double-action revolver.
Nov 19, 2023 · Born [over] 100 years ago at Omaha, Neb., Oct. 20, 1874, of immigrant Irish parents, he became by vocation an outdoor sign painter. But by instinct, self-training, research and infinite diligence,...
Mar 14, 2021 · Ed McGivern: Who Was This Firearm Fanatic, and What Did He Do? By David Maccar | March 14, 2021 This shooting legend set world records and dedicated much of his life to the pursuit of shooting a double-action revolver as quickly and accurately as possible.
Ed McGivern (1874-1957) Edward “Ed” McGivern of Lewistown, Montana, was a famous exhibition shooter, shooting instructor and author of the book Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting. McGivern also performed extensive research into the art of handgun shooting, particularly with the double action revolver. Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting was ...
Description Ed McGivern was born, as quoted by all public accounts of his life, on Oct. 20, 1874, in Omaha, Neb. His parents, John and Theresa Dolan McGivern, were immigrants. When he was 15, his family moved to Sheridan, Wyo., where he witnessed a gunfight that centered his interest on quick draw.
Aug 28, 2009 · Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting. Ed McGivern was one of the most unlikely handgunners of all time. He had no background in professional use of the handgun, i.e., police or military service. A...
Jan 18, 2018 · Edward (Ed) McGivern (1873-1957) was an exhibition shooter, a shooting instructor and the author of the book Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting. Frequently referred to as the best handgun shooter of all time, this champion marksman earned a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records for “the greatest rapid-fire feat.”
