Monthly Archives: July 2012

Happy Birthday to two famous gun makers

Unfortunately one is no longer with us,  July 19 marks the birthday of Gaston Glock and Samuel Colt. That is all for now. Dive! Dive!

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UPS guy is your friend

Especially when he brings you presents like this: 880 rounds of Russian 147 gr LPS! Anybody know what this stamp is for? For the record, all of my info on this stuff is coming straight from the brilliant guys over … Continue reading

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Living in Komiefornia

I can’t think of a more perfect definition of a love-hate relationship than how I feel about being stationed in San Diego.  This place is awesome.  The weather is perfect.  For example, on the way in to work today, I glance … Continue reading

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I love color case hardening

So, in honor of that, I give you one sweet 1911 that I wish I could own. Hats off to you Mr. Wilson.   How does that song go?  …. If I had a million dollars….. Dive! Dive!

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Russian women like SPAM

Well, at least my russian woman does.  That’s right, I just got the shipping confirmation from Sportsman’s Guide that my order of 880 rds of 7.62x54R is on its way to feed Nadya.  I’m excited not only for the ammo, … Continue reading

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New blade found… sort of

So, a few days ago, I asked for some help in finding a quality, low budget bushcraft knife.  Well, while at work yesterday, I sat down and drew out a design for my next knife to make.  She’s going to … Continue reading

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Looking for a blade

Anyone who knows me, knows that I am a big fan of Dave Canterbury and enjoy bushcraft in general.  The funny thing is, I lack a decent blade that I can have 100% confidence in, when I’m out “in the … Continue reading

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The joys of government housing

I really shouldn’t complain about the government housing provided to me while in the Navy.  After all, at least I’m not on base as in the Army or USMC.  That would be terrible because I would have to keep my … Continue reading

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Becoming a real Sailor

There are so many service men and women in the US Navy today who have no clue what it is like to actually sail.  This, until the last year or so, included me.  4 of my buddies in the USS … Continue reading

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