towerclimber37

forget hope..lets exercise our right to vote/contact the local ruling body...I'm not sure if its a democrocko'poop or a republican't.. and let him/her know that its the way we as constituents would like our little world to be shaped. just my .02

Reef, Like most poor, self reliant kids, I joined the military when I got out of highschool. I've been all over the world ...so I can honestly say that this is as close to heaven as I've ever come. I love it here! ahem..I'm originally from folkston Ga.

I came across this forum while reading the firing line. I'm from church hill, tn. I work as a tower climber/technician on the communications towers that you see everywhere. I Used to be an avid gun collector/shooter but got out of it for about 10 years..now I'm picking it back up again. Its great to see forums like this!! :up:

say, wareagle, you wouldnt happen to have been in 2nd Armored cav would you?

The acme of a great soldier is not one that wins Every battle, but one who wins without drawing his sword. I believe thats in line with the general thoughts of this thread. I have carried in Florida, and Ga. and never had an occasion to even put my hand on my weapon..much less have to draw it. Much of that comes from situational awareness. Watch people the next time you go out somewhere. Often they're in thier own little worlds..not paying attention to the people around them unless they get near. Being naturally curious I like to look around alot! Being cautious, I don't go where it looks like there may be trouble. this has saved me LOTS of grief. The old adage "Fools rush in where angels fear to tread" comes to mind whenever I see a possible sticky situation...and believe me, I avoid it unless its unavoidable. Even then, knowing that I'm armed allows me to be calmer than the antagonist. BG's that are looking for trouble in a serious way tend to shy off when they see this...I think perhaps because they know somethings up..and the guy in front of them has an ace up his sleeve somewhere. The ones that are just upset, usually tend to reflect my calm after a few minutes of simple dialog. Also, another thing to think about ...90% of your communication is conveyed with body language..NOT your mouth. If you LOOK like you want a fight, then you'll probably get one. If you stay calm but aware..people see this and realize that you're not "the one" they're looking for. The art of conveying a message is a great one to practice! That being said, I'm looking into getting my CCL for Tn, and would greatly appreciate any and all information and tips you guys/gals can give me! my sis in law has hers here, and she said it took about 8 months for her to get it due to paperwork constraints, class availability, etc.

on that note, I heard a rumor a few years back that Clinton had passed a bill requiring an additive to gunpowder for reloading that gives it a shelf life..is that the case? I hate to sound like a noob..I've been out of the sport for almost 10 years and am now picking it back up again....so just reading the posts is good fodder for my cranium!:up:

Sometimes I wish that I didn't have the kind of job I have. I climb communications towers..as a result, I'm out of state more than I am IN state. Many of them don't have reciprocal agreements with the state of TN, so I have put off getting my cc license. My sis in law has hers, and said with the paperwork and such it took her about 8 months to get one...is that accurate? does it take THAT long to get one here? I'm in the Kingsport/Churchill area btw.

hello from Church Hill! I love to shoot, though I don't often have time to...but when I do, I'm almost ashamed to say it..my favorite is an old 8mm German mauser..in pistols, I'm so rusty that I don't often shoot much more than a 9mm browning hi power...but...good news, I just bought a thunder 5 and I'm taking it to the range tomorrow...pictures to come!