Builder Bob

I like many of the other comments above have had great success with a atomic G Shock.  The last one I had finally started to go on the blink after 11 or 12 years of daily wear.  It would randomly shut off, stay off for a couple hours then turn back on at random times.  I replaced it with a current version of the same model since I had such good luck with the first one.  It was worn daily for work (commercial construction) and play.  

Mine was waiting for me in the mailbox today also!  WOOHOO!!  What a smooth opening knife and feels good in the hand.   Many thanks around for all those who made this happen!

I am in for one, any serial number will be fine!  Thanks for doing this for us!!

What I do after the single stage I guess remains to be seen but I think I will go with the single stage RCBS kit and if needed build on it from there.   In the kit are there any suggestions on items that should be bought separately??

Mike, A curiousity question, what then do you use for precision stuff??

Also, I have entertained the idea of some longer range shooting and would like to use the single stage for that as a more precision tool as opposed to a progressive or turret.  

Thanks for everyone's replies so far.     Jonnin, I have heard about the slop in the turret press from some one else who reloads and I was going to stay away because of that.  My thought was to eventually get a square deal B from Dillon for pistol calibers and continue to use the single stage for the rifle calibers.  Maybe the square deal would be too limiting when I was fully ramped up since it does not have the capacity for rifles but right now I shoot some rifle but lots of pistol.  I have time until that happens though.

I am thinking of looking into reloading but have not had any experience with the exception of reading "The ABC's of Reloading".  My thinking as of right now is to get a single stage and once I have the hang of it possibly look to a turret or progressive.  After reading several posts it seems this is the suggested process.  I will be reloading for mostly handgun (9, 40, 45) but also rifle (5.56 & 308).   Is a kit better to start off with or buy it by the piece?  At present I was looking at a RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme Master kit.  Any thoughts, good/bad? Any pieces that are not needed in the kit or others that are needed but not included??  http://www.midwayusa.com/product/937051/rcbs-rock-chucker-supreme-master-single-stage-press-kit   I plan on contacting David with Magnum Materials when purchasing components and getting a couple of reloading manuals/tables.     Any other items needed or other suggestions for equipment?  There are so many out there it will make your head spin!!   Thanks in advance, Builder Bob

TDR, Prayers for her and for all your family on a safe and quick return.  I will pass along to my wife too since we have mutual friends that have girls at Springfield high also.  Hopefully someone will hear something soon.   Builder Bob

My first name is Bob and I work for a commercial contractor doing field engineering. The in law family was calling me that long before the cartoon came along!

I like many others would be in for one and possibly two depending on timing etc.  Builder Bob

DAdams, Thanks for the pictures, it gives a better idea about the sizes and what fits. I think I am going to try to put my hands on one locally, and when I do, have the items to put inside for a "test drive". Hopefully that will clear up any possible fit questions I may yet have. Thanks again!

DAdams, I figured I would have to fold/compress/roll the clothes to get it to fit. Any pictures would be greatly appreciated!!

Punisher, Did Outpost have a good selection? I am bouncing around several different ones but I seem to come back to the Sitka. I may try to get down there this weekend. Thanks

That's just it, I have larger bags (both shoulders) that work great but I don't need that much space. I just want a change of clothes to get dry if I get wet at work and space for my lunch with the other regular items.

I have been looking at smaller bags recently and was curious about real world sizing of the Sitka. This bag would be used to hold items from the truck to the office (4 block walk). I was hoping to get a change of clothes (jeans, shirt, socks underwear) lunch, and rain gear in it. Of course it would also hold the regular items like extra knife, light, first aid kit, etc. etc. Is this realistic for this bag?? I seem to hear folks say that the Maxped bags "seem smaller than they thought it would be". If not this bag, then what suggestions for another would you have?? It is primarily a commuter/afternoon hiker type bag. Thanks for the help and suggestions. Bob

After much looking around, I guess as said above, I will probably end up getting one each to start with (semi-auto & bolt) and go from there. The kids will first work with the bolt and start there. The 10/22 will be my "tinkering gun"!! Thanks for all the suggestions and thoughts!

I am looking for a .22 that I can use as a trainer for centerfire rifles without the expense but also for my kids as they will be coming of age for an introduction to shooting. I was leaning toward a bolt gun but the 10/22 with all the options of aftermarket are intresting/appealing.

Thanks Dolomite, that's what I was wondering about especially the aftermarket parts for each. It seems there is an endless array of options for the 10/22 out there, much like the AR.

I am looking to pick up a cheap practice gun and was wondering about opinions on each. Should I buy the 10/22 and piece it together for better accuracy etc. or stick with a bolt gun and get one ready out of the box. I know the 10/22 can be made into almost anything/purpose you could want with the aftermarket for it out there. So what are your thoughts, trick out a 10/22 or go for something more ready out of the box?? Thanks for your thoughts! Builder Bob

What most others have said, Guns & Leather in Greenbriar #1

I have looked online to find a Esee 3 but have only found them by mail order or in east TN stores. Anywhere in middle TN that sells them that I can "kick the tires" before purchasing?? Thanks, Builder Bob

I was at Verizon last night in Hendersonville and they told me that if ordered today it would ship the 25th.

After looking and pondering I think it will be easier to go with two separate guns instead of going with the conversion barrel. Of course I have not bought anything yet so it is subject to change.

Very good info, I thought I had heard that you could do that but wanted to ask about results in the real world. I had thought about getting one in .40 and could switch up with 357 sig and the conversion 9 barrel.