Good write up on Elmer, I am sure he is resting in peace. I had been a correctional officer for 5 years when Elmer passed in 1984. That was difficult news to swallow.
Since 1972, I have always had at least one S&W .44 4" S&W. Elmer, in a phone call with me, was instrumental in my buying a S&W 4" M29 as my "service" revolver.

My very close friend, also named Keith (his given name) is the best field shot I have witnessed myself. He also read Elmer Keith.

Sorry about the thread drift, but you started it, John.