And Hickok later went on to create a successful youtube channel where he showed off some of his favorite firearms

My dog informed me that your dog did not chew the book , but had trouble turning the pages.

My home town is Springfield, Missouri. I am well familiar with this location on the city square. I first heard this story when I was ten years old in 1956 from my great-grandfather. It was a while before his time but he had known someone who witnessed the shooting as a kid.

I love it when history is brought to life.

Hickok was said to shoot his revolvers a lot. So he would most likely have known where to hold his sights for such a shot. Where this looked like your first effort at longer range shooting with your revolver. Fun video! You are a keeper of History and therefore Very Valuable to our Society. Best Wishes! M.H.

I've shot a 8 inch target at 50 yards using a Remington New Army replica and I did it from a rest using both hands. I'm impressed that you did so well on camera while standing. Thank you for the years of entertainment and the new goal to try with my handguns, both BP and modern day.

Mike , awesome video. I really enjoyed the story of the Hickok/Tutt gun fight. But, what put it over the top was you ringing the steel at 75 yards . You are truly a " fine pistoleer".

What a fantastic video! I love the random gunshots to segment the dialogue, and the images of Tutt and Wild Bill at the end was icing on the cake! Thank you for what you do!

👍👍 75 yards with any handgun isn’t easy.

Bill reportedly shot his guns every morning, cleaned and reloaded them before going out in public. That tells me he knew exactly what point of aim to use at a given range and may in fact have altered the sights on his gun. Plus, he was very skilled at instinctive aim/point shooting. So my belief is he was capable of making that shot even if there was a smidge of luck by hitting the heart or a major artery. Im sure he was capable of hitting center mass.

After 40 years, Best explanation I've heard of the Springfield fight. Thanks

the best way to make the hickock tutt shot is..... be wild bill hickock

The speed of the shot and distance is pretty amazing. Bill surely had his gun dialed in as he was a long time shooter with occasions of violence. A good shot coupled with luck or bad luck (as it really got his legend going which later led to his death) and he must have been an instinctive shooter. I can't hit the side of a large barn when I use the sights and take my time. I was taught a method where you point a gun like pointing a rod in your hand or point your index finger at what you want to hit and I hit almost every time. Not as precisely as a SAMMI Pro Shooter but... I am pretty good. Not 75 yards good though. I think you did Yeomen's Service hitting twice at that distance. Darn good!

I just received my copy of J.G. Ross's book on Wild Bill Hickok gunfighter. Thanks for the reference, it was a good choice.

Came for the guns, but really enjoyed the history. I do recall reading somewhere that Tutt took Hickock's watch but couldn't recall the details. Thanks for filling out the story.

Excellent shooting. My daughter was amazed when I told her the distance of the shoot-out. She goes to the shooting range on a regular basis and is just getting comfortable hitting a target at 30 yards.

Let me add a couple of comments from an experienced match shooter, PPC Master Class. I own a Belgian made replica of an 1860 Army Revolver, the sights are incredibly crude, hammer notch and post on the barrel, but the interesting point is that in spite of the crude sights, it is an incredibly accurate pistol, far more accurate that most people would ever guess, I have shot it quite a bit at 50 yards using the standard Police B24 target and people are amazed at how accurate it is. Biggest problem is follow up shots due to caps falling into the action etc. Hickok's shot was definitely possible by a skilled pistol shooter and maybe a little luck in his favor. Mike showed some pretty good shooting, he might have only hit the kill zone once, but to hit that target at all showed a fair amount of skill with a pistol with those kind of sights.

Great video, Mike. It's one of your best. I've read all of Rosa's books on Hickok. Just reread the book on Hickok's gunfights about a month ago. Although I'm more partial to Wyatt Earp, there's no doubt Hickok's shot on Tutt is perhaps the most remarkable documented shot in an actual gunfight.

U have good taste in period clothing. U bring class to this sport very nice to see.

Mike, you are a fountain of Information on black powder history ; from the longhunters, to fur trappers, to the civil war, to the wild west. Fun and informative video! I read somewhere, probably one of Rosa's books, that the way to approach a gunfight was not to draw fast and get off the first shot, but to take your time and don't miss!

I'm amazed Hickok never seen 40!!! Just his looks in pics made me think he was in his 50's when murdered! Great video...very well done!

I just bought the Gunfight book. Looking forward to a good read!

I love your videos, I really do. In fact, you were the reason why after almost 30 years of shooting, building, fixing, buying, selling, trading, collecting e.t.c., e.t.c. e.t.c... a vast number of modern guns of all possible calibers, shapes and configurations, I'd finally decided to enter the domain of Mr. Black Powder. To be honest with you, I'd never thought it could ne such a FUN!!! :) Thank you, Mike!

Always up for a good history lesson, thanks!

Howdy Mike. I'm a bit late, but this is an outstanding video. I love The Old West, percussion sixguns and stories of classic shootouts. Your editing is superb and you mixed theory and practical in perfect proportions. You discussed some great points; the Dragoon issue, Bill's Navy revolvers, the whole mix. The Hickok shot at the end was great, very cool to see it done and not just spoken of, I thought you shot well considering no warm up etc. I hope you will do more like this, comparing different weapons from real Old West shootouts would be cool too, to see what advantages each person(s) had and the capabilities of their shooting irons. Great job and thankyou.

50% with a cap and ball at that range is still pretty darn good. wouldn't want to bet my life against it, especially against a known pistol shootist of the time. well done sir.

This may be my favorite video you have made. History plus interesting shooting on guns I am not experienced with at all. Impressive feat you hit the orange at the end at that distance with sights like that gun. Hickok was a phenomenon who also practiced daily. I think this fight leads to the genesis of 1950's cowboy gunfights on TV from Gunsmoke to Wanted Dead or Alive. There is a famous Tombstone battle where two guys jumped up across a poker table both emptied their six shooters. Nothing was left when the smoke cleared of a problem and both were untouched. They sat back down and went back to playing. This makes Hickok's feat with black powder even more remarkable.

I'm glad you mentioned that watch because all my life I heard that it was about a pocket watch that was a family airlom his grandfather s watch holds pride and family values

A great re-telling of this famous story. The watch story is the one I'd always heard as the reason for the fight, and it seems the most credible. Love that pair of London Navys you have. Beautiful. I guess old Wild Bill must have practised a great deal with his 1851's at 75 yards, to be able to make that shot from a rapid draw with his first ball. Great video, as usual! Thank you.

Awesome video Mike. Extremely high quality with a very interesting subject.

Really enjoy your videos. I have learned a lot from your videos as I am big fan of black powder firearms. I have duplicated that shot as well with my 1851 Navy and was really impressed with that pistol, especially after during the modifications you recommended. Thanks

Now........I'm truly impressed! Great shooting my friend! Thanks for sharing that tidbit of history. WOW.....

Excellent video and excellent marksmanship. As usual, very entertaining. Thanks for all of the hard work and effort you put into your videos.

Considering the pistol being used and hitting that target at that range, that's some admirable shooting skills. The Duelist, your videos are fantastic, your a great historian as well. Thanks for sharing! Kind regards, Eric Dee.

great video mike! you inspired me to bring out my cva colt navy yesterday and ring steel at a pathetic 10 yards! that was a top shot moment!

Mike, your videos never disappoint. Awesome job!

75 yards? Possible. 75 yards from the draw? That's Hickock territory! An impressive shot even by today's standards! Oh, and Mike, gotta say, I like the outfit.

Awesome video Mike! I like the format and the story you told. Excellent job!

Best show ever ! Will be waiting for the follow up with conical bullets . MORE PLEASE doing history shows .

My gunsmith once worked on Hickok’s 1851 Colt Navy, which remains in private hands (yes, “the gun”). He’s of the opinion that “the shot” itself never happened. I’m not sure what his, or his source’s, reasoning is, but you’ve eliminated the “it’s unlikely to the point of impossibility” argument. Great shooting; good on you!

excellent, pleasantly surprised. as a fan of the Lincoln county wars, your pursuit of accuracy is refreshing.

I like your videos very much. This one is no exception. Bought the book on your recommendation, and am enjoying reading it. Hickok was a colorful character for sure, and you are as well. Thanks for posting.

I really like this video! I would like you to do more like this! Thanks for the great video and history!

Another great video, Mike. And some fine shooting to boot. Only took my 1858 out to 50 yards but I was quite happy with my results. As always can't wait for your next video man thanks for all your hard work.

Mr. Beliveau please make more videos like this one! You’re a natural born history teller! I wish there was more youtube entertainers that deal with the history of wild west.

Mike, l really enjoy your videos. l live in the UK and own a Pietta 1851 Navy in.44 cal. Thank you very much for making your informative videos.

Bravo! Simply wonderful storytelling and reenactment of a historical event along with myth debunking.

This is an awesome video . Love the history with the shooting. You need some old builds for background . But I enjoy all your videos. Thanks

WOW!!! Excellent video! The fact that you hit steel at 75 yards AT ALL, is really good! Even with modern handguns, strong hand only... that's good shootin'!

Informative and entertaining, you did this one well, thanks

Great story and great shooting sir.

I had to re-visit this one. I was hoping for a red sash belt. Awesome video's, sir and thanks for "fleshing out" history. They have rendezvous outside of Springfield from time to time.

Very good video, I think one of your best. I liked the guns, the outfit and the history lesson. Great shooting. I hope to see more of these kind of vids. Thanks Mike.

BEST Channel ever Mike. Many thanks. Cheers.

Great video I think this is one of your best. You should definitely do more of these old West vignettes in the future. There's so much history and lore with the old west it's cool to hear the truth from a credible source. Thanks.

Excellent video! I like how you not only told the story but showed just how difficult that shot would have been. Even with a modern pistol that would be tough. Good shooting.

ANY 75-yard heart shot with a percussion pistol is a pure matter of chance. The very best shooters using a modern pistol can hit you about every shot at that distance, but not in a chosen leg, arm, head or heart.

Great video. Really fascinating account of the fight.

Heyyyy, ya done good, Mike! Thanks for an extremely interesting vid; I'd never known any of the details on that fight, so the history lesson along with the shooting was really cool! To be gut-level honest, I'd have to conclude that even as good as Hickock was, he got off a lucky shot that day.

An awesome video, and an expert enjoyable rendition! That Dragoon, is just a big beauty of a beast isn’t she?

75 yards as a "quick draw" so that the shots were almost simultaneous *and* hit a heart sized target... Pretty amazing marksmanship. Would have liked seeing you incorporate the draw into this shot. Still, not too bad shooting on your part, Mike. I'm pretty sure I cant hit at 75 yards from a rest!

Excellent video. Please make more like this.

that is some good fusion of goodshooting and goodstory telling Sir!

I love your channel and info on the west and great firearms Keep ‘em coming

Great video Mike

Great History Mike thanks for the Great Video 😎👍🏼

This is fascinating. There is great wonder as to what actually occurred that day. The distance is not disputed. Hickok was known for this. However, the type of pistol he used is the curious part. He had plenty of time to get ready for this altercation. All knew it was coming and there was a crowd around. Hickok basically knew he would be confronting Tutt at about this distance. There are photos of Hickok with 60 Armys in his belt. He was known to have a Dragoon as well. In that he was prepared for this, he may have made the shot with one of the .44s. The damage to Tutt as well. The ball entered between ribs on one side (he was standing sideways), after passing through the clothing, went through his heart, exiting between ribs on the other side. Passing c o m p l e t e l y through his body and clothing. The charge/ball that would have been in the Navy is not known. He did use envelope cartirdges at times. The reduced powder charge, with a crtridge etc leaves question as to whether or not the Navy could have done that kind of damage at that distance. What do you think?

Great vid as always

Hell of a shot !!!! Awesome you hit it 3 times!!!

Anyone skilled at handgun shooting knows that a 75-yard heart shot with a cap and ball revolver is virtually a matter of chance.

Well done Mike. More gun history lessons please!

outstanding. Makes you appreciate the old western guys even more. You are defiantly an expert on Black Powder pistols. I know you will be modest and say you are not, but Nice shooting partner.

Very interesting and VERY well done Sir. Thank you duelist1954..

Very cool. Thanks for sharing.

IMO you did a great job @ that range , I couldn't have done better . Great historic video & keep up the good work .

Graet Video. Thanks 5 years later. Appreciate it.

Great video. I enjoy listing about wild bill what a shot he made.

Like most everything in his his life. Hickok's shot was equal parts skill and luck.

Great story, awesome shooting. Thanks for sharing.

You certainly make blackpowder and guns of the old west lovers lives enhanced through your writings and videos. One must wonder what happened to Hickok after his shooting of his friend, Mike Williams, at Abilene Kansas. The master shooter reportedly gave up being a cracked shoot , lawman, started puffing on wacky weed ,drinking increased and dropping his guard. Just as if he had a death wish. I read any thing you write and digitally report like I'm starved Greater stuff -thank you kindly.

Really enjoyed this one. Thanks

Great concept for a video! Maybe make it a series?

Excellent Mike, Thank you. Rosa's books are absolutely the best. I would like to see if the Walker was as "Accurate as the common rifle at 100 yds." Thanks again.

iv always poo pood the 75yd shoot by wild bill, how could he even SEE the watch at that distance, ? and it is stated that bills eyesight was failing, anyhow YOU SIR PROVED SUCH A SHOT IS DOABLE WELL DONE MR DUELIST.

Where did you get your glasses? I would like to buy a pair, are they prescription lenses or just reading glasses? Great video man, very informative.

I really like your video Mike. I congratulate you on your marksmanship. I doubt I could hit that target at all. Personally I think Hickok's heart shot, like Carlos Hathcock's scope shot are both a matter of pure luck and trying to replicate either require the Sun, the Moon and the Stars to all align just so in order to make or duplicate. FWIW The Colt Navy attributed to Hickok at the Cody Museum in Wyoming has a dovetailed blade front sight, while the Hickok Navy in the Autry Museum does not.

Thanks So Much Mike! For we history/period gun Lovers this is perfect! Many Blessings! DaveyJO across the Susquehanna

They used to have Hickok Days and a reenactment on the Square in Springfield, but haven't in years (wonder why?). The brass plaques where each stood are in the roadways at the southeast and northwest sides. Interesting accompanying history regarding Hickok running for town marshal and being a witness for an officer-involved shooting in the fb page for the Springfield Police History Museum (just west of the Square).

just ordered the book, thank you very much

Wild Bill was also a Red Legger and did raids on the Missouri inhabitants .

My favorite duelist1954 video! This was great - thank you Mike!

Nice vid. Also, I really enjoyed Tom Clavin's Wild Bill book.

Even Mike's dog is a historian. Nice work Mike. Your body of work through the years is dissertation work. Ph.D Conferred!

I've always been intrigued by this event in so many ways. It is said to be one of the only "street showdown" type gunfights of the old west. Hickock was said to have practiced shooting every day, which you would have to in order to get that good with a pistol that has such a great of difference between the point of aim and the point of impact. Which brings me to the question of do you think the .44's are any better?

Nice shooting! Thinking about handguns at that distance reminds me that I need a new eyeglass prescription!

You are very interesting to listen and learn about the west! Great presentation!

Stories like this were so long ago that no one could truly know how exactly things happened in history unless it was recorded then and there. This is how stories turn into legends and legends into myth. Information gets muddied as time goes on because people will keep putting their own spin on it.

WELL DONE AND MUCH APPRECIATED...NOW WE KNOW THE TRUTH!

Interesting! Just got into the Old West guns and been reading about some of these guys.

Great shooting...All day, twice on Sunday... great video.. I’ve read about the watch