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…..It’s only the first of August, guys………. (Local LOWES today)

I discovered that I have two LEE undersized carbide sizing dies for 9MM. One is marked “A4” and the other marked “H4”. Both have the “U” stamp near the head and look identical to me. I checked the LEE website for info on the A vs H code (assuming that’s a code) and did not fine anything. Anyone...

USS TRUMAN loses another F/A-18E Super Hornet in a landing incident. Hook separation, hook bounce or maybe CDP (arresting cable) failure……..??? The two crew members were recused by HSC-11 helicopter (yay team!). They sustained minor injuries. Understand that you do not eject from an aircraft...

Mexican nationals arrested while transporting 180,000 rounds of ammunition from Utah to Colorado FYI. Interesting……….i would have thought that volume on ammo, apparently purchased in one location (report implied but not confirmed ) would have raised a question or two……

FYI : For those interested, LEE has a new M style expander plug (apparently similar to Lyman’s M expander). You can buy just the expansion stem for $5-$6.00. Flat shipping rate of $7.00, regardless of order size and no tax. Below is the link to the cartridges that currently have the M style...

……for creating an island of calm in a turbulent sea. I know it’s been said before, but this is one of the few forums that one can visit without encountering the vitriol generated on other sites on some of today’s hot button issues. Mods, thanks, you all do a great job. And the members here are...

Got a Garmin Xero C1 chronograph for my recent birthday (gift from my daughter). Haven’t taken it to the range as yet but am interested in some additional shooting apps (in addition to the Garmin ShotView). There’s a host of them out there but would like your thoughts to narrow the choices. What...

I post this because I need to. I discovered over this past weekend that two of my Navy friends had passed. One, my Navy reserve CO, had been Marine enlisted on active duty and retired as a Navy Captain (O6) in the reserves. The other I knew from active duty (we both served aboard the Forestall)...

….From the fordson family. Peace, good health and bounty now and into the new year.

I’m surprised someone hadn’t previously mentioned the historical significance of this day. The Wright Brothers first powered flight occurred 121 years ago on this date heralding the birth of aviation as we know it. National Wright Brothers Day: Anniversary of the first flight is December 17 |...

I live in an area that has hard water, ie high calcium content. Because of that, I’m thinking of getting a water softener. I’ve been doing research but before I invest in something like this, I’d like to hear from those of you who have, or have used, home water softeners, either salt or...

I’ve gotten seven emails today from Midwayusa telling me that a number of WINCHESTER Primers (LP, SP, LR, SR, MAG & BR) were discontinued. By that, I assume that these products would no longer be manufactured and therefore not available for sale. What is currently in inventory would be sold...

Recently picked up a nice kitchen knife set, fairly good quality. I’m inclined to keep them sharp, since my wife mentioned often how dull the last set were. Any recommendations as to a general purpose knife sharpener that works, is simple to use and doesn’t cost more then the knives I’m...

A lot of us here have posted about the achievements of our children and grandchildren, and rightfully so. Promotions, advancements - military and civilian - success in work , the arts and sports makes a parent proud of their child’s achievements; that we raised these wonderful and successful...

……or aka the Battle of the Philippine Sea, occurred on 19 June, 1944, making this the eightieth anniversary of the battle. At the time, it was somewhat overshadowed by the liberation of Rome (4 June) and of course the Normandy invasion ( D-Day, 6 June), however, it did result in the greatest...

Biden administration announces plans to expand firearms background checks FYI……The intent may be worthy but as usual, the execution will probably be flawed……if not abused, as it probably will be……...write your Congressman and complain is about all we can do at this point…… This is just...

I stumbled upon this FX TV series on Amazon Prime and thought I’d give it a try. I was not familiar with it, other than seeing a few shoot-out snippets on utube. It’s a modern day crime drama centered in Harlan county of eastern Kentucky. Base onElmore Leonard's stories about the character of...

My COSTCO had these “ammo storage” bins/tray for $19.95 a set. Amazon carries them for $40.00. For the price, I envision them coming in real handy for a lot of stuff: ammo, reloading gear, tools, anything that will fit. Thought I’d pass this along for those with a COSTCO near by.

…….today. Made an appointment last week for 1000 hours today at the regional office in Jacksonville. Arrived there at 0952. I was taken right in, and was back in my truck, renewed CWL in my wallet, by 1003…… pretty good service I’d say. I’m good for another seven years….

For my birthday, my wonderful wife took me to the NNAM at NAS Pensacola. I went thru flight training and AOCS there and the surrounding bases from Jan ‘70 to Nov ‘71. I hadn’t really been back there for many, many years, so it was surprising how much the area and the museum have changed in that...