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BigCityChief
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These grips may also be used with any fine 1911 deployed while wearing loungewear.
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I miss Bob.
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A short barrel 1911 for those interested in hand-to-hand combat after your ammunition is depleted.
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kwselke
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The Versace Limited Edition featured below
It's the Spanish language Colombian Drug Lord Edicion Limitada. BCC, is that confiscated goods you are showing off? S/N 004... Mucho Dinero!
BigCityChief
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For the lady who has to have everything...
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BigCityChief
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Something more conservative for the menfolk[emoji12]
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He probably would have won the fight.
BCC, move about 50 miles down the road, cross the border into NE PA. Commuting distance to the Apple and you take you firearm home the same day. But, yiu can't buy a case of beer on Sunday.
BigCityChief
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That's ok - I'll have a single malt![emoji6]
I have friends in Shohola PA who regularly try to sell me property there. One of these days...
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Back to the Yolo off Okinawa. Today's 1945 notes by Homer Bast made what it must have been like sink in for me. Air raids... nothing new, stuck off the beaches so long your radio call sign is Prison Walls, ships must be serviced, some of the crew get to relax for a bit and watch a Lana Turner movie.
May 16, 1945
GQ sounded at 0310. Bombs were dropped on the beach south of Bisha Gawa by high flying aircraft. Through the night enemy planes dropped bombs and shore batteries replied with intense AA. Rushing to the bridge I saw the first bombs hit the beach. With their rhumph, rhumph, the explosions sent sparks and flame into the air like huge phosphorescent fountains. Now that fighters are stationed at Yontan destroying them appears to be the number one priority for the enemy.
On the conn we have a voice radio over which all ships in the anchorage conduct their business. The control ship gives not only permission to transmit, but also they post those ships wishing to call. Only one vessel is allowed to transmit. Instead of calling ships by their proper names, every naval vessel has a voice call. The names are interesting, original, and humorous. Everyone enjoys the vocal expressions and the transmissions. Several of the more familiar names are: Lipstick, Snooty, Crowbar, Ironsides, Bob Hope, Lana Turner, Sackbutt, Egghead and our own, Prison Walls.
Today the weather was glorious with the high winds of last night now a gentle breeze. A slight haze covers the water reducing visibility somewhat. By noon, that too, lifted. A rather long ground swell makes even the larger ships roll to a degree. Beginning early, ships tied up to Yolo and even now when we are about to secure, there are still craft to provision. The neediest are cared for even after working hours.
The show tonight was Lana Turner in "Slightly Dangerous". It is the ship's first show in some days because of the cluttered condition of the tank deck. GQ was called twice between 2005 and 2352, when bogeys closed to within two miles of Bolo.
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May 16, 1945
GQ sounded at 0310. Bombs were dropped on the beach south of Bisha Gawa by high flying aircraft. Through the night enemy planes dropped bombs and shore batteries replied with intense AA. Rushing to the bridge I saw the first bombs hit the beach. With their rhumph, rhumph, the explosions sent sparks and flame into the air like huge phosphorescent fountains. Now that fighters are stationed at Yontan destroying them appears to be the number one priority for the enemy.
On the conn we have a voice radio over which all ships in the anchorage conduct their business. The control ship gives not only permission to transmit, but also they post those ships wishing to call. Only one vessel is allowed to transmit. Instead of calling ships by their proper names, every naval vessel has a voice call. The names are interesting, original, and humorous. Everyone enjoys the vocal expressions and the transmissions. Several of the more familiar names are: Lipstick, Snooty, Crowbar, Ironsides, Bob Hope, Lana Turner, Sackbutt, Egghead and our own, Prison Walls.
Today the weather was glorious with the high winds of last night now a gentle breeze. A slight haze covers the water reducing visibility somewhat. By noon, that too, lifted. A rather long ground swell makes even the larger ships roll to a degree. Beginning early, ships tied up to Yolo and even now when we are about to secure, there are still craft to provision. The neediest are cared for even after working hours.
The show tonight was Lana Turner in "Slightly Dangerous". It is the ship's first show in some days because of the cluttered condition of the tank deck. GQ was called twice between 2005 and 2352, when bogeys closed to within two miles of Bolo.
[ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FtfGMhVKBw[/ame]
I umpired amateur baseball for 13 seasons. Early in my career (?) I had a 12 year old do a forward flip over the catcher and land on home plate. Coaches wanted him called out for it, but since he made absolutely no contact with the catcher, no harm, no fouls, safe. Never saw it again. Until this.
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When my wife got home, it was still sunny and warm out.
Off we went for a hike in the mountains.
It cooled off a bit but still bright and sunny.
Off we went for a hike in the mountains.
It cooled off a bit but still bright and sunny.
If that was rapid fire, I would not want to make Targets Guy angry.
Many years ago, hanging with some folk 'round Lake Okeechobee, we were enjoying a large bonfire and some night fishing for monster Lake O bass. The drinking contingency were awaiting resupply via my buddy's sister - one of the few with a license.
She was about half an hour overdue, and a few were getting twitchy, when her Buick rolled in with a dangling headlight and fur wedged in the bumper.
She proceeded to tell the tale of a wild pig that made an inopportune cross of the highway, leading to the damage and lateness. Was there any concern for her potential injury or trauma?
Nope. About three locals piped up in unison: "WHERE'S THE PIG?!?"
She was simultaneously chastised for not hoisting the porker into the trunk, and pumped for directions to the delicious accident. A pickup took off, using a Q-beam held out the window in lieu of headlights, to look for the carcass. They later returned with a ~175lb slab of meat, lightly bruised.
She was about half an hour overdue, and a few were getting twitchy, when her Buick rolled in with a dangling headlight and fur wedged in the bumper.
She proceeded to tell the tale of a wild pig that made an inopportune cross of the highway, leading to the damage and lateness. Was there any concern for her potential injury or trauma?
Nope. About three locals piped up in unison: "WHERE'S THE PIG?!?"
She was simultaneously chastised for not hoisting the porker into the trunk, and pumped for directions to the delicious accident. A pickup took off, using a Q-beam held out the window in lieu of headlights, to look for the carcass. They later returned with a ~175lb slab of meat, lightly bruised.
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bigwheelzip
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A subdued hue of mint green.
I love it. Very flattering, and I have a bracelet and necklace to match. You world traveling Big City guys know fashion. Thanks.
I'd keep my ear plugs handy and let my Italian wife take the next call.
bigwheelzip
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I've had a few off-color conversations with "Rachel" from Card Services.
She assures me that there's no problem with any of my accounts...
I then proceed to see how long Mr. Rachel can put up with a string of weapons-grade obscenities before hanging up. One gentleman was doing quite a good job surviving the first assault, until I explained in excruciating detail [REDACTED]
Quite therapeutic, really.
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I got in a 5.1 mile walk this morning before any appreciable rain started falling. I also did about 20 minutes of weight machine work at the gym. The rains stopped a bit after noon and I made a quick trip to Trader Joe's for Romaine lettuce, and a bottle of beer followed me home. Enough ice tea has been consumed today, let it be... Beer Time!
Today's selection is from Ft. Worth, TX, Rahr & Son Brewing Tenderfoot Barleywine. Pours black with a strong head. Smells like a fruity red wine. A sweet (sec), strong (11.5% ABV), beer with excellent mouth feel. Very filling, should be sipped over an extended period of time.
Food pairings... most any hearty food found at Renaissance Festivals, strong cheeses, roasted bone-in Bison veal chops, and pizza.
Cheers!
Damn you! I Actually just drooled onto my tablet screen. I'm Jonesing for a beer so bad I can taste it. I can't have one though until after my doctors appt. Friday afternoon. I can't eat much of anything tasty either!
vonn
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Wow! Sure are some flashy guns out there today. Never have had any that were flashier than polished stainless but I must admit I have a few of those. Now for some Snubby music while I get some chow and a shower. Drift on!
Must leave leather alone. Glue must dry first.
This is the hard part.
When all the bits are glued together and it just needs some stitchin' and finishing.
I gotta keep my hands offa it until the glue sets up good.
This is the hard part.
When all the bits are glued together and it just needs some stitchin' and finishing.
I gotta keep my hands offa it until the glue sets up good.
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