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by jeepnik
Fri Jan 25, 2008 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: They say confession is good for the soul!
Replies: 24
Views: 4049

The do an adequate job, but they have no soul. :cry:
by jeepnik
Wed Jan 23, 2008 5:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ever get lost?
Replies: 26
Views: 4089

Got smacked on the head once. A couple of days later while driving, I suddenly realized I had no idea where I was. I mean completely baffled. Heck, I could have killed a bus load of nuns and not known it. Took a bit to figure out where I was. Doc said concussion. Ain't never doing that again.
by jeepnik
Tue Jan 15, 2008 6:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Vandenberg AFB pig hunt (not 56k friendly!)
Replies: 32
Views: 5270

Years ago, I hunted up at Fort Hunter Liggett (sp). Had lots of rules. Incuding getting in at dawn and out by dusk, and no hand guns. Any such restrictions at Vandenberg? Civilians allowed? Reason I ask about civilians is that, gosh, over thirty years ago at Eglin AFB, military could hunt but not (l...
by jeepnik
Sat Jan 12, 2008 9:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - TERRORISM SOLUTION
Replies: 5
Views: 1084

Makes some good points but... I did the military thing when I was in my late teens early twenties. Training kicked my butt. In country, it was kicked even worse. I'm well past 35, and I can tell you, I couldn't do it when I was that age. Besides, the young men and women doing it today are doing one ...
by jeepnik
Wed Jan 09, 2008 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-More Computer help
Replies: 13
Views: 2350

Alt codes. As in alt 248 °. Darned if you know the alt codes you been around computers awhile.
by jeepnik
Tue Jan 08, 2008 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your ultimate deep woods deer gun?
Replies: 46
Views: 7218

These two work well.
Marlin GS in 45-70 of course, and Blackhawk in .45 Colt

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by jeepnik
Mon Jan 07, 2008 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: December 7, 1941
Replies: 19
Views: 3301

Gran dad was stationed on the Vestal. Being a senior chief, he was ashore on the weekend, otherwise. Never knew him. Didn't survive the war. So, that "DAY" has a bit of meaning in my family.
by jeepnik
Mon Jan 07, 2008 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I was going to the range today, but something got in the way
Replies: 36
Views: 5712

Not being rich I had to learn to fix my vehicles when I was in high school. My mom didn't have the funds to keep them going so it was up to me. Funny thing is, today I didn't even scrape a knuckle. I usually get at least one cut or scrape. Joe Okay, if you didn't bust a knuckle, the vehicle is sett...
by jeepnik
Sun Jan 06, 2008 2:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - It appears that Ruger is discontinuing the OId Army
Replies: 36
Views: 6529

A pistol made on a 10/22 receiver. They want the police market. Shoulda' figured that out when they supported the ten round mag law. What the magazine ban and police sales have in common, I have no idea. The ban didn't effect LE in the least, some felt it helped. So I'm not sure what your point the...
by jeepnik
Sun Jan 06, 2008 1:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - It appears that Ruger is discontinuing the OId Army
Replies: 36
Views: 6529

Well, what did you expect. Bill died. I'm surprised it took this long. Have you seen the newest abortion. A pistol made on a 10/22 receiver. Ole Bill must be rolling. Won't be long till all they make are the ugliest (this from a Glock owner) auto pistols on the market. They want the police market. S...
by jeepnik
Fri Jan 04, 2008 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HUMOR - How to save gas
Replies: 10
Views: 2007

Read a Science Fiction novel once in which military service was required to become a citizen with full rights. It was so long ago I can't describe the 2 classes of citizenship. I just thought it was an interesting idea. There was another one in which only taxpayers were full citizens. Bruce Well, t...
by jeepnik
Tue Jan 01, 2008 1:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Who carries a single action concealed?
Replies: 71
Views: 11630

Okay, just for the fun of it, here is something I have carried from time to time, with a .45 acp AMT Backup.

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by jeepnik
Mon Dec 31, 2007 8:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT TV guns
Replies: 22
Views: 4420

Okay, here's show that probably has all sorts of gun goofs, but it has everything from leverguns to lasers. Firefly. Gina Torres (smoking hot) carries a cut down levergun a la "Wanted Dead or Alive".
by jeepnik
Mon Dec 31, 2007 8:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Transporting rifles comfortably.
Replies: 23
Views: 3449

I have a jeep and I want to come up with a way to mount overhead coming off of the roll bars. It would be behind the front seat and mounted next to the hardtop. I want it so I can reach up and back with my right hand and pull it forward to remove it and step out of the jeep in a smooth move. Been t...
by jeepnik
Sun Dec 30, 2007 9:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Need help picking the right dog
Replies: 58
Views: 8592

Poodles don't shed, and are generally good for people with allergies. Problem is that the smaller ones are hyper, and have been so inbred many are just plain stupid. The standards are usually pretty mellow, but larger than your size requirement.
by jeepnik
Sun Dec 30, 2007 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT TV guns
Replies: 22
Views: 4420

You missed the point of the blonde gun expert. You're supposed to look at the "blonde" not the guns. :roll:
by jeepnik
Sun Dec 30, 2007 3:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best Slings
Replies: 9
Views: 2995

Check out this guy. He can make up what you want, and the quality and price are excellent. http://www.levergunleather.com/index.htm

Here's a set up he made for me.

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by jeepnik
Sun Dec 30, 2007 12:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - .25acp
Replies: 52
Views: 8132

I"ve got a little Berretta .25. I admit that I have used it as my only carry gun. But then, I was wearing shorts and flip flops. Kinda hard to hide anything else.
by jeepnik
Sun Dec 30, 2007 12:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun porn.
Replies: 20
Views: 4235

I see we visit the same places. :wink:
by jeepnik
Sat Dec 29, 2007 9:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Wal-mart goobers
Replies: 32
Views: 5414

Wally world, and most other larger retailers (remember when Sear and Montgomery Ward sold guns). Are now run by a bunch of PC ninnies. I've gotten to where I'll buy from specialty stores rather than the big named department stores. What will really scare you is just how much many of the big named st...
by jeepnik
Mon Dec 24, 2007 12:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You guys will never guess what I did today!
Replies: 20
Views: 3757

I hope it gets cold & snows in Florida, too ! :wink: Back At Ya ! ....And a Happy New Year, too ! Don't laugh, it happens. Winter of '76/'77, I was stationed at Eglin AFB in the panhandle of Florida. Got up one morning to drive to work and it was cold. A few hours later it was snowing. Can you ...
by jeepnik
Sun Dec 23, 2007 6:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How Many People are killed by Grizzlies?
Replies: 42
Views: 7832

Well, let's see, I know a year or so ago two were killed and eaten. Name Tredwell ring a bell.
by jeepnik
Sat Dec 22, 2007 11:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Today I used almost all of them...
Replies: 28
Views: 5276

Not just for driving, but I like "Not the brightest bulb in the pack" Usually in reference to truck drivers.
by jeepnik
Sat Dec 22, 2007 11:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your camping woods sidearm question.
Replies: 73
Views: 14804

Tough question. But usually one of three. 1911A1, S&W 1917 or Ruger BH. All in .45 of one flavor or another. Never used one in camp on anything four legged. Twice it's mere presence on my hip persuaded "people" to take a somewhat different course of action.
by jeepnik
Fri Dec 21, 2007 9:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I got laid off three weeks ago tomorrow
Replies: 16
Views: 2861

Hey, that company name didn't begin with "A" did it? One of my larger customers. The have "released" one way or another, almost 1000 people.
by jeepnik
Thu Dec 20, 2007 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Website Blocked
Replies: 20
Views: 4738

Like most things, the internet was sorta a wild west when it first caught on. Then the "regulator" showed up. Sorta like the line Lee Marvin sang (sorta) in "Paint Your Wagon".. "When I see a parson, I gotta get my butt on a wagon, and follow the tail of the crow". Gett...
by jeepnik
Thu Dec 20, 2007 8:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Neighbors
Replies: 4
Views: 1044

All them years of shooting must have made Terry deaf.
by jeepnik
Thu Dec 20, 2007 6:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: AMAZING COINCIDENCES!
Replies: 26
Views: 4380

Yous fellers outn't be makeing fun of Roswell yeh hear now. Everyone I noes here is armed and dangerus. And we don't take kindly to poked fun of. Lay off Roswell Dudes! Wow, it's finally somebody other than California's turn in the bucket, and they can't take it. Talk about thin skinned :twisted:
by jeepnik
Wed Dec 19, 2007 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tell Me About Half/Full Moon Clips
Replies: 12
Views: 2891

Fast and reliable. But get a demoon and a mooner. They make filling and emptying the clips quick and easy. They aren't needed on my 1917, as the cylinder is setup so that the round will headspace correctly. but ejection then requires a wood dowel or other such tool.
by jeepnik
Mon Dec 17, 2007 9:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Do you wear ear protection?
Replies: 47
Views: 7283

Ehh! What did you say? :wink: Heck yes. Whether it's the range or field. I'm going to try and keep what hearing I have left. They aren't always comfortable, but a little discomfort is better than the altenative. On the upside, I use electronic muffs that amplify the sound. I get back a little of wha...
by jeepnik
Mon Dec 17, 2007 9:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If these are your Reps, slap their hands.
Replies: 13
Views: 3043

I honestly think the muslim religion will be the "one world" religion in the Book of Revelations, and that's NOT a good thing. We're so worried about offending these creeps and they want to crush us. I just don't getit, so in my simple mind, it has to be God letting His plan come to fruit...
by jeepnik
Mon Dec 17, 2007 9:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Deer Hunting with a Beemer at 140...
Replies: 22
Views: 4132

Heck, if the engine was hot, it's already cooked. Break out the knives and forks. A little fur never hurt anyone. :wink:
by jeepnik
Wed Dec 12, 2007 7:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way OT--Computer Purchase
Replies: 4
Views: 974

Smart young man. If someone says "Vista", run. :cry:
by jeepnik
Sun Oct 07, 2007 12:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Kinda What's wrong with Oakland airport ?
Replies: 19
Views: 3794

Oh hell, I'm not surprised about the way they were treated. Thirty odd years ago, I landed at Travis AFB then traveled to San Francisco to catch a flight home. The treatment received by these young warriors is still a heck of a lot better than we received. Put it down to the political bent of those ...
by jeepnik
Sun Oct 07, 2007 12:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - F-15 Eagle tribute
Replies: 3
Views: 1149

Way back when, the primary fighter for the air force was the phantom. Big, ugly, dirty, and strong as hell. One day the word came down that an Eagle was inbound for flight demonstration. As we watched, we couldn't see anything. Then suddenly, this big, light blue bird came into view. It blew through...
by jeepnik
Thu Oct 04, 2007 5:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT – Stepped in it… again
Replies: 20
Views: 4500

Old Time Hunter wrote:This is what nations really fight wars over!
Yep, never see that in public anywhere in the great sandbox.
by jeepnik
Sun Sep 23, 2007 7:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Budweiser Clydesdales
Replies: 14
Views: 2841

There at the LA County Fair every year. I never miss a chance to go and say hello. Very impressive animals. I doubt they were what was in mind though when 1 horsepower was defined.
by jeepnik
Sun Sep 23, 2007 9:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Poll make your choice of iron sights
Replies: 21
Views: 4846

The original sights on my Marlin GS just didn't get it for my old eyes. I went to the XS ghost ring. It works very well. These are now backups for the C-More holo sight.
by jeepnik
Sat Sep 15, 2007 12:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Trial Poll
Replies: 21
Views: 7134

Okay, Marlin guys. Don't let the Winnie winers win.
by jeepnik
Sat Sep 15, 2007 12:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Cool web site for you USAF vets. (BMT pics.)
Replies: 4
Views: 1627

Well, well. Another airdale. I was, also, at Lackland from August to October. Hotter than hades but with high humidity. Then one morning it was cold and stayed that way in the mornings till I left. My flights photo isn't there. But, when I dig out the photo, I'll post it. I noticed some of the scans...
by jeepnik
Sat Sep 15, 2007 12:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let's have some fun with names
Replies: 142
Views: 168723

BlaineCGarverakaTubbyTuba wrote:Finally......full disclosure :P
Tubby, now I "KNOW" why you use Tubby. It must have taken you till sixth grade to learn how to spell that :wink:
by jeepnik
Wed Sep 12, 2007 7:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hornady LEVERevolution
Replies: 18
Views: 4347

Can't speak to the 30-30, but the 45-70 is about as accurate and realiable as any factory ammo. It does shoot flatter. If the darned deer would cooperate, I could let you know about terminal performance.
by jeepnik
Wed Sep 12, 2007 4:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: A Single Round Of 30-30 VS. The Washing Machine
Replies: 14
Views: 4359

Ever tried to get a bullet out of a barrel after a squib load. Go for it, but be prepared or you might be gunless until you get the tools to remove it from the barrel.
by jeepnik
Mon Apr 09, 2007 6:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let's have some fun with names
Replies: 142
Views: 168723

Jeepnik, cause I like jeeps and I remember Beatniks.
by jeepnik
Mon Apr 09, 2007 5:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let's have some fun with names
Replies: 142
Views: 168723

Old Ironsights wrote:While I am not particularly Old, I do only use Iron Sights.
Well, just wait till you are old. Then you won't be able to use iron sights.

Jeepnik (aka Old Eyes)