tnhawk

I've used synthetic oil beginning in the 90s. I had a mechanical engineer tell me I was wasting money by using synthetic. I couldn't help but remind him of that as I took him to pick up his Toyota after the engine was replaced.

Before obtaining my HCP I had to get a court record from Houston showing a dismissed charge. One denial was from someone with same name. Another denial apparently due to an address misprint on a drivers license. I had two denials on out of state purchases with no explanation given once purchase was approved. After being issued a UPIN, I have not had another purchase denial.

It would be extremely helpful to find a local radio club for information. Use of a repeater or VHF transmission in 2 meter band requires a Technician License. Operation on the HF bands requires a General license. You can get the manuals and study or attend classes at a local club to prepare for the FCC licenses. AK4SZ

Fixed it for ya!

I had delayed adding additional calibers to my press due to component shortages. I didn't realize that there would be delays for dies as well.

Congrats on getting seven stamps in 8 months. The long wait is the primary reason I haven't purchased additional suppressors.

I purchased a few lowers from Palmetto before I retired. I should have purchased the other necessary parts for completion as well. As said above, the SS checks are not supportive of current gun parts and ammo prices.

Although it took a long wait to obtain, after getting a UPIN I've not had any further TICS/TBI denials. Good luck!

After a previous shortage, I made the practice of purchasing more than I shot on each trip to the range. I expected another shortage but not this severe. Much of my practice is now with a laser target system.

During the last 20 years i was required to wear Flame Retardant clothing in chemical, refining and fuel industries. Carhartt was my choice for the majority of that time due to fit and quality. If my size doesn't require a change, it will be several years before my supply is worn out. As I don't need FR any longer, price will become a factor. I'll probably see what is available at Costco or Sams.

I raised a litter of dalmations years ago. Of 16 puppies only half survived birth. A friend of mine raised a litter of great danes. We enjoyed our dogs but as a business we both found it to be unprofitable.

I recently had a fellow member of the State Guard mention needing primers. I let him have a 1000 for $35 -the price I had paid when I bought them. I did the same for someone needing .22 earlier this year. I could have easily made a few dollars, but it was some of the excess I had accumulated during times when prices were reasonable. As I'm not shooting as frequently as I did in the past, my supply will last until I don't need it. I didn't purchase with the idea of reselling. I just didn't want to ever be caught short of what I need.

I haven't seen a RIA on the shelf in quite awhile. Most of the models I'd be interested in purchasing have become difficult to find lately. I did get a laugh when I saw a used Raven in a counter with a price over ten times the new price of $15 or 2 for $25.

I have two 10mm pistols, a Dan Wesson Bruin and a Springfield Armory TRP Operator. Both have been excellent pistols. My only issue with them is finding ammunition.

The ARRL Ham Radio License Manual provides the information needed for the Technician License. Practice exams can be found www.qrz.com. Local ham clubs offer classes as well as exams. AK4SZ

I've had a 10k generator for backup power for about fifteen years. It's been needed less than a dozen times. It gets started and run briefly on a regular basis as it is powered by gasoline. I had to replace the battery a few years ago but otherwise it's been ready when needed. I also have a small honda generator when portable power is needed.

Glad to hear of the quick turn around. I have several SA pistols and rifles and all have been excellent in reliability and accuracy. Their customer service was a factor in my repeated purchases from them, although I'd yet had a need to return anything to them.

My choice would be a .44 mag and a 45 acp

Still lagging closely behind chicago in murders while claiming the crime rate is down. The current mayor and city clowncil are no better than in the past years. Now there is concern they have been using expired vaccine for the shots.

I'm still using ammo I got from CMP several years ago. Saving all my brass knowing at some point I'll need to reload for it. The M1 is listed in my Hornady manual but not in the Speer.

Just when I thought that I didn't need another gun

In Basic Training the Drill Instructor told us we had a weapon and a gun....

Yesterday I went to get dog food, as I knew the weather would get worse this week. Roads were good but doors on one side of truck were frozen. Started both generators and ran them for a few minutes. There is no way I'd be on the road today. I broke my ankle on the ice a few years ago. I'm too old to go thru a repeat of that. It's a good time to open the safes, clean guns, inventory ammo.

Ten years later, same answer. Ed Brown has a magazine exchange program for 1911 magazines. All of mine still function, but I've got a few cheap mags I'll exchange for ED Brown mags at $10 each.

Ten years later, same answer