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Stopped in a local gun shop today to look around and meet the staff. I had never been in this store. In the case was a pristine 34-1 2” with pinned barrel, round butt, with box and papers. It was on consignment from a friend of the owner and had a price tag of $899. A really nice revolver. I...

My brother is looking to get a replica military sling for my nephews new M14. He told me that they are canvas webbing and not leather like for the M1. Anyone know where to buy one? I told him I would ask you all. He said all he could find on line was leather ones for M1. Thanks! VaTom

I bought a Ruger SR22 pistol shortly after they first came out. Great value in a very reliable pistol. Mine came with 2 10 round magazines, 2 different size grips, and carry case. Safety/Decocker. Found a used Uncle Mikes Sidekick holster at a surplus store for $10. Makes a nice package. Not...

I am 72 years old and have had some dental work done in recent months. Going through a tooth implant process and yesterday I had two wisdom teeth extracted. My Oral Surgeon is a super nice guy and a great surgeon. He is a US Naval Academy graduate, played football there, spent 20 years in...

I like to fix things myself. Being retired I have the time. My Stihl FS45 weed eater was giving me fits for several weeks. Hard to start. After watching numerous you tube videos I finally found the culprit after replacing a couple of small items and. 1. Replaced the primer bulb 2. New spark...

I went to a nearby National Forest Range yesterday. Only go several times a year. Took an assortment of firearms including a M&P 15-22, Marlin Golden 39A, 15-3, Beretta 92F and my prized possession, an all original 1943 Ithaca 1911A1. I only shoot it every few years and only a couple of...

Years ago I inherited some tools from a family member. He was a mechanic for Chrysler back in the 1950s and 1960s. Many of them were service awards. I know this is a micrometer but I don’t know how to read it. I have wanted to use it to measure thickness but don’t know how to read the numbers...

My Great, Great Grandfather was in the 45th NC Infantry in Civil War. In September 21-22, 1864 his regiment part of General Jubal Early’s Army of 12,000 made a stand at Fisher’s Hill in the Shenandoah Valley (Va) against 30,000 Union Troops under Phil Sheridan. A late afternoon flank attack...

I have kept this 1977-78 Model 36 square butt in my safe for over a year. Original box and papers. Safe storage for a friend who didn’t want it in their house due to grandchildren. The family are not gun people. Husband bought new in 1977 and had kept in drawer for years. As you can see it is...

Started using the pre mixed two cycle fuel in my Stihl Weedeater. I have a Stihl battery powered for around the house and flower beds because it is lighter and does a great job. I use gas one for bigger spaces, ditch line, etc. I had always mixed my gas and oil over the years so was skeptical...

I have a 2016 Toyota Camry XLE V-6 that I bought new. Great vehicle with super acceleration and ride. Recently bought a new pair of Saucony running shoes. Been wearing that brand for years. I wear a 11 1/2 medium. Have found that the sole almost touches the brake pedal when on the accelerator. A...

Recently a friend from Florida brought me a copy of this biography of Robert E. Lee. Published in 2021. Being a native Virginian and military history guy I have read numerous books on Lee. This is a great book and goes into detail of his military and personal life before during and after the...

Had my John Deere lawn tractor worked on 18 months ago for a major repair. Part of the service included blade sharpening. Tech must have over torqued with impact wrench the bolts that hold blades on spindle. The tractor has some age and bolt heads were somewhat worn making socket hard to grip. I...

Here in SW Virginia the spring trout fishing season will be ending soon as the stocked waters begin to warm up. I fly fish and being retired I am fortunate to get on the water during the weekdays. We have some delayed harvest waters where fish have to be released prior to June 1st with...

Visiting my brother in south Florida for the past week. Helping with some home projects and was repaid with trip to Homestead Raceway for yesterday’s Xfinity and today’s Cup race. Have not been to NASCAR in many years and it was a great time. Got to meet JGR team owner and former Redskins Coach...

I live in the Blue Ridge Mountains of SW Va. We had light showers over night on Friday. Saturday morning everyone woke up with really dirty cars, decks and anything else outside. The dust from storms in Texas and New Mexico carried across the country and fell on us from the rain. First time I...

If you have a WWII military contract 1911A1 and want to know which magazines would be correct for a particular manufacturer, the manufacturer ID is stamped on the toe.

Great Article comparing the Colt OP and the S&W Model 10. I have both and the article is very accurate about the trigger actions and grips. I carried a Model 10 back in the day. My Colt is a 1956 vintage and the M10 is 1979. The link below will take you to the article . Attention Required! |...

Thoughts and prayers to those who have lost their homes. Understand the reason why the fires spread-winds, dry conditions, etc. What I haven’t heard is how these fires got started in the first place. Multiple fires simultaneously across a wide area in the 2nd largest city in the US. Just over a...

After clearing drive and cleaning ice and snow off vehicles completed a needed project. Small leak under sink and old faucet drips. Leak coming from supply line. Put in a new faucet with new supply lines. Getting a little old to lay on my back and working over my head but got her done🤪. Will be...