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- Sun Apr 21, 2024 6:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Dickey Betts
- Replies: 4
- Views: 362
Re: Dickey Betts
While the Allman Brothers Band spawned many more i to the Southern Rock genre, nobody could match their sound. And nobody could match the Dicky Betts and Duane Allman duo on guitar.
- Sun Apr 21, 2024 5:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Lost our pup this week
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1217
Re: Lost our pup this week
I can empathize Jay. Been there, done that, and signed up to do it again. I am very sorry for your loss, and sorry for Ruger's loss as well. That has to be hard for her to understand. Just sad.
- Sat Mar 09, 2024 10:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The Last Outlaw movie review
- Replies: 21
- Views: 1946
Re: The Last Outlaw movie review
I saw The Last Outlaw a number of years ago. And I agree with everyone's assessments. But there WAS one thing from that movie that I do remember well and think about often. And that is the shear number and variety of cartridges and calibers that were used in those days. That would be a Supply Sargea...
- Sat Mar 09, 2024 10:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Whatever it takes.
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1484
Re: Whatever it takes.
And, when it comes to remorse, who can forget Josey Wales famous line when his partner laments they can't take the time to bury some would be attackers:
"To hell with them fellas. Buzzards gotta eat too, same as worms. "
"To hell with them fellas. Buzzards gotta eat too, same as worms. "
- Sat Mar 09, 2024 9:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: I lost my willie
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1685
Re: I lost my willie
Very, very sorry for your loss. I have never lost a horse, but I have suffered through the loss of many other four legged friends. People sometimes refer to animals as being 'dumb.' If 'dumb' leads to showing unfailing loyalty, unwavering love, and a dedication to please those they hold most importa...
- Wed Feb 28, 2024 9:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Colt Walker question ...
- Replies: 34
- Views: 2813
Re: Colt Walker question ...
But for the best functionality, balance, pointability, and feel, nothing beats the 1860 Army - in my book anyway! :D No argument from me on that point Jay. My favorite by far. Not to mention that the 1860 Army is also one handsome revolver. While I know we are talking C & B Revolvers here, I ju...
- Sat Feb 24, 2024 9:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Bolt Cannon.
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1648
Re: Bolt Cannon.
I would like to encourage a high level of caution in regards to attempting this type of thing. I own and fire several Black Powder Cannons. My cannons were designed and built following the very stringent safety rules and guidelines of the North-South Skirmish Association (N-SSA) and the American Art...
- Thu Feb 22, 2024 8:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Colt Walker question ...
- Replies: 34
- Views: 2813
Re: Colt Walker question ...
I absolutely love your fantasy gun, Jay! Very cool. It is giving sime ideas about how to get more use out of my 3rd Model Dragoon.
Now I am assuming that once you make those mods there is no going back, correct?
Now I am assuming that once you make those mods there is no going back, correct?
- Sat Jan 06, 2024 9:10 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: LaPierre resigns
- Replies: 31
- Views: 2330
Re: LaPierre resigns
It is time for Wayne to go. When he first rose to the leadership position, I believe his intentions and his actions were honorable. He walked the talk. But there is an old quote I am sure you have heard: "Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely." And in my opinion that is wh...
- Thu Dec 28, 2023 8:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Favorite leather dressing
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1063
Re: Favorite leather dressing
Black Rock Leather 'N Rich for heavy duty protection. But it will darken light colored leather. When darkening is not desired, Cadillac Shoe and Boot Leather Lotion. Not the same level of protection as Black Rock, but it really cleans and gives the leather a great feel.
- Sun Dec 24, 2023 7:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: "We Never Saw Any Bears..."
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1329
Re: "We Never Saw Any Bears..."
Now if the bears just realized they only need to cross the southern border, they would be taken care of for life.
- Tue Dec 05, 2023 10:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: IFAK / First Aid
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1421
Re: IFAK / First Aid
I purchased a couple of pre-assembled kits, but I purchased mine from a supplier who specializes in trauma set-ups for First Responders. It is the same supplier we use to fit out our FD Rescue apparatus. To those kits I added some instant cold packs, some instant hot packs, some large trauma dressin...
- Wed Nov 22, 2023 8:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Remember to Cherish every moment with Loved Ones
- Replies: 9
- Views: 664
Re: Remember to Cherish every moment with Loved Ones
Spending Thanksgiving in Detroit with my wife's family. Her Mother is not well. My wife has been here five to six nights per week since Labor Day. If I wanted to see my wife on Thanksgiving, I was going to have to make the two hour drive south. Lots of political talk always ensues. After the recent ...
- Tue Nov 21, 2023 4:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another one waiting for me up there :(
- Replies: 11
- Views: 794
Re: Another one waiting for me up there :(
Very sorry for your loss. I know only too well how it hurts.
- Sat Nov 11, 2023 9:23 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: HMS Victory tour
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1738
Re: HMS Victory tour
Thanks. I have a Confederate Coehorn Mortar (pop/soda/beer can bore) made by Dom Carpenter. As far as I know, he is still in the black powder cannon and ordnance business.
- Fri Nov 10, 2023 9:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: HMS Victory tour
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1738
Re: HMS Victory tour
Use of fuse to ignite a cannon powder charge resulted in far too much variability. Particularly on a ship, with both the ship itself and the target responding to wave action. As technology advanced, the use of what is called a cannon lock allowed the use of percussion caps. And later, the use of fri...
- Sun Oct 22, 2023 10:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Prayers up please.
- Replies: 19
- Views: 927
Re: Prayers up please.
Prayers up for strength, healing and effective treatment. And for inner peace.
- Wed Sep 13, 2023 8:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: If you could spare a prayer today
- Replies: 39
- Views: 1729
Re: If you could spare a prayer today
Time for the prayers of gratitude. Going up.
- Mon Sep 11, 2023 7:20 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Lest we forget—thinking about September 11
- Replies: 19
- Views: 791
Re: Lest we forget—thinking about September 11
I was teaching a sales training class in, of all places, a casino hotel. A large part of the class included a simulation. The participants watched a video, and then answered questions about what they saw and how they would handle the depicted situation. A participant complained about the temperature...
- Thu Aug 31, 2023 4:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: If you could spare a prayer today
- Replies: 39
- Views: 1729
Re: If you could spare a prayer today
Knee mail sent.
- Fri Aug 25, 2023 9:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: 380 acp
- Replies: 39
- Views: 1818
Re: 380 acp
I had a Keltec P3AT. Iwanted it for its size. Very pocket friendly. Problem is I could not shoot it accurately with my oversized meat hooks. Loved the pistol, hated shooting it. I did not feel safe with it. Sold it. A week later, I bought an unfired Browning Model 1955. Also .380. And despite the po...
- Tue Aug 01, 2023 4:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Lockback Pocket Knife
- Replies: 33
- Views: 1179
Re: Lockback Pocket Knife
Not sure if you prefer more traditional lockbacks or modern tacticals. As it seems like more folks are going for the more modern tacticals, I would suggest you check out the Case Marilla or the Case Kinzua. Both are made in Bradford PA. Right down to the screws, which are made on site. Both are flip...
- Fri Jun 23, 2023 6:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Share photos of locals for the season
- Replies: 21
- Views: 729
Re: Share photos of locals for the season
Neighbor's yard. Interesting fellow. A Cinnamon Bear. He has been hanging around quite a bit.
- Tue Jun 20, 2023 8:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Well, we did it.
- Replies: 11
- Views: 482
Re: Well, we did it.
That is great looking and lucky pup!
- Mon Jun 12, 2023 8:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Birthday Wishes For Old No7 & Piller
- Replies: 9
- Views: 340
Re: Birthday Wishes For Old No7 & Piller
I hope it was a great day and an even better start to a new year!
- Wed Jun 07, 2023 7:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Wishing A Happy Birthday To Ithardman
- Replies: 2
- Views: 131
Re: Wishing A Happy Birthday To Ithardman
Thanks guys. It was a good day.
- Thu Jun 01, 2023 10:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: CPR propaganda or fact ?
- Replies: 27
- Views: 1032
Re: CPR propaganda or fact ?
After nearly 30 years as a Medical First Responder and firefighter, I have performed CPR more times than I can count. Some comments: First, not all CPR is the same. The CPR you see on TV is a joke. It is never depicted realistically. High Quality CPR has a higher probability of resulting in the retu...
- Mon May 22, 2023 5:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How long to wait
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1230
Re: How long to wait
Did you actually set your own eyes on YOUR gun? Are you sure he still has it?
I would get the gun back immediately. For sure you can find someone with both the skills and the apprpriate customer commitment.
I would get the gun back immediately. For sure you can find someone with both the skills and the apprpriate customer commitment.
- Wed May 17, 2023 7:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Happy Birthday To308magtip, &, Ysabel Kid
- Replies: 7
- Views: 300
Re: Happy Birthday To308magtip, &, Ysabel Kid
Happy birthday fellas!
Extra piece of pecan pie for you YK.
Extra piece of pecan pie for you YK.
- Sun Apr 30, 2023 6:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: "Oh Say Can You See..." (Prayers Requested) < 5/14 update >
- Replies: 26
- Views: 1091
Re: "Oh Say Can You See..." (Prayers Requested)
Prayers up for sure. One scary situation. Sending good vibes your way.
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- Thu Apr 27, 2023 8:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Sudden Loss...
- Replies: 14
- Views: 822
Re: Sudden Loss...
Sincere condolences. Prayers and good thoughts for you and the whole family.
- Mon Apr 17, 2023 5:44 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Brooms and Boxes
- Replies: 52
- Views: 2434
Re: Brooms and Boxes
Great looking stuff. Nothing beats a good corn broom IMO.
- Fri Apr 07, 2023 5:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Steak Grilling
- Replies: 33
- Views: 1463
Re: Steak Grilling
Main requirement for my steak is a plate and a sharp knife. If it's good quality meat, it doesn't need much more for me.
- Mon Apr 03, 2023 9:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Prayers needed (update below)
- Replies: 60
- Views: 4645
Re: Prayers needed (update below)
Tragic news, Jay. Prayers up for mercy and strength.
- Thu Mar 30, 2023 5:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Begging for prayers for my best friend UPDATE
- Replies: 28
- Views: 965
Re: Begging for prayers for my best friend
Prayers up. Sounds like his faith will give him strength.
- Wed Mar 22, 2023 7:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Well, three not one...
- Replies: 22
- Views: 991
Re: Well, three not one...
At least it IS a diagnosis and a plausible explanation for your pain, Jay. Sorry you have to go through this, but perhaps some real relief is on the way. Good thoughts your way.
- Wed Nov 30, 2022 8:17 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: New Western....looks.decent
- Replies: 8
- Views: 616
Re: New Western....looks.decent
I will see it. Thankfully, you were not referencing Alec Baldwin's "Rust."
- Sat Nov 12, 2022 7:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Old Henry Rant
- Replies: 10
- Views: 706
Re: Old Henry Rant
I hate those inconsistencies too. It happens all too often. For what its worth, I rarely see guns that are "out of time" in Tom Selleck westerns.
- Mon Nov 07, 2022 6:38 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Things are different here in Texas
- Replies: 13
- Views: 735
Re: Things are different here in Texas
Seeing those 1907's gave me a good reason to smile. I have a couple. I really enjoy shooting them, and even hunting with them. But it's real hard to replace that .351 Winchester SL cartridge, which puts a bit of a damper on shooting as often as I would like.
- Thu Nov 03, 2022 8:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Damascus & Stag Boot Knife = "Executive Letter Opener"
- Replies: 27
- Views: 1395
Re: Damascus & Stag Boot Knife = "Executive Letter Opener"
I have seen some good knife blades made with 1095 steel. And good cannon barrels.
- Wed Nov 02, 2022 8:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Things that just work -- Thumler's Tumbler
- Replies: 13
- Views: 747
Re: Things that just work -- Thumler's Tumbler
I loved my Thumler's Tumbler. Right up until the day I let a "friend" borrow it. The friend is gone, and so is my tumbler.
- Tue Nov 01, 2022 9:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Damascus & Stag Boot Knife = "Executive Letter Opener"
- Replies: 27
- Views: 1395
Re: Damascus & Stag Boot Knife = "Executive Letter Opener"
Grizz, there is not a real good answer to your question on the strength of Damascus Steel vs a "single steel" blade. And that very question has been asked a lot. Not all grades of Damascus are made equally. And not all high carbon steels are made equally either. Some Damascus is made more ...
- Fri Oct 28, 2022 8:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: USPS Thieves
- Replies: 33
- Views: 2525
Re: USPS Thieves
I have been burned by USPS a couple times. Once when shipping some expensive knives. No matter how much insurance you pay for, IF they admit the package is lost you will only be paid on the basis of your purchase price for the item(s) lost. So if you 'bought low' and 'sold high' you will still only ...
- Tue Oct 25, 2022 8:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Damascus & Stag Boot Knife = "Executive Letter Opener"
- Replies: 27
- Views: 1395
Re: Damascus & Stag Boot Knife = "Executive Letter Opener"
I can't think of a better combination in a knife than genuine Stag handles and Damascus Steel blade(s). The one combination that gets close is Mammoth Ivory handles and Damascus Steel blades. I have been a knife collector for decades. I own more than I ever want my wife to know. And she does know I ...
- Wed Sep 14, 2022 9:50 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: My Daughter: The New Business Owner, Full Time Student
- Replies: 20
- Views: 1056
Re: My Daughter: The New Business Owner, Full Time Student
Congrats Blaine. Good on you and your daughter.
Is your Daughter's business anything that the members here could patronize or publicize?
Is your Daughter's business anything that the members here could patronize or publicize?
- Tue Aug 23, 2022 7:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: To restore or not? Can't decide.
- Replies: 29
- Views: 1509
Re: To restore or not? Can't decide.
If your Grandfather were still using it, what would he do? I never met the man, obviously, but his generation sure put function over anything else. I am betting he would have it relined and brought back to shooting straight. And that is what I would do for sure. I doubt your Grandfather had much use...
- Fri Jul 15, 2022 9:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: I tried donating blood today. Never again!
- Replies: 8
- Views: 752
Re: I tried donating blood today. Never again!
I have given over five gallons of blood over my lifetime. But, since COVID, they don't like it so much. As a Medical First Responder, I could be exposed to all kinds of nasty things. That never used to bother them, but it does now. After my last donation I got a letter saying the blood taken in my l...
- Sun Jun 05, 2022 8:42 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Happy Birthday To lthardman
- Replies: 2
- Views: 276
Re: Happy Birthday To lthardman
Thank you Blaine and Jay. Its been a day.
- Sun Jun 05, 2022 8:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Portable Refrigerator
- Replies: 4
- Views: 608
Re: Portable Refrigerator
I had one years ago, about 2.5 cu ft and AC/DC. Hopefully they have gotten better. It cooled, but really didn't make things super cold - particularly when running on DC power from a truck cigarette lighter plug. And it was a power hungry son of a gun. Again, this was about ten years ago. Hopefully t...
- Fri Jun 03, 2022 7:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: A little wisdom
- Replies: 2
- Views: 392
Re: A little wisdom
Interesting. That said, I believe that many progressive tormentors torment us for THEIR own good, caring little about what is truly good for us. They torment conservatives for their own gain. And, for them, it is a zero-sum game. What is good for them is bad for us, and vice versa.