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Just to dog pile here, you'd be a fucking fool to SIE for this woman. If you do, not only are you flushing your dreams down the crapper but she will have castrated you for life (even worse than you are already). Dude, no matter how sweet she is, she is killing you. Either dump her and get on with your dreams, or hand in your man card and start wearing the sweaters she will knit for you while you clean our her cat's litter box. Actually, in retrospect maybe you are better off that way...

Well, based on recommendations from people I don't know; my 12-yr-old and I drove for four hours yesterday morning to go to what was billed as "the largest gun show in Texas." Unfortunately, it turned out to be a wash, overpriced pieces of shit for the most part. I was quite dejected as I was hoping to find a nice M44 at a decent price. All I saw was non-matching numbered, stocked-beat-to-shit jokes. The only deal I saw was a 1943 Izhevsk-built Mosin-Nagant 91/30 for $99 out the door. I know AIM has them cheaper and with more accessories; but I like to grope and fondle weapons before I buy them! Anyhow, I don't have any pictures of it yet but since most Mosins look alike here is one that is similar... I also snagged 40 rounds of 7.62x54R but unfortunately my planned trip to the range got rained out this morning. These are not my videos, but they give you a good idea of what the Mosin is so well-loved when it comes to shooting... I am still on the hunt for a M44, a carbine-length version of the above with a cool side-folding bayonet. I have a few leads, but nothing concrete yet. After last weekend's no-show seller, I don't take anything for granted. Cheers! M2

Or better yet, leave the Four SOF Truths the fuck alone! Why does the Air Force constantly feel the need to convolute every fucking thing into meaningless gobilly gook? It took a very clear and enduring mission statement of 'fly, fight and win' and 'd it into 'to deliver sovereign options for the defense of the United States of America and its global interests -- to fly and fight in Air, Space, and Cyberspace' The Four SOF Truths area clear, concise and understandable. Everyone realizes that the mission requires support, but does that really require mentioning in a mission statement? I look back to my days in aircraft maintenance when I was enlisted, those dedicated take pride in ensuring their aircraft is the very best it can be, and their satisfaction is derived from the mission getting done, and not some jabber jabber...

This is what happened to me at the last Oktoberfest I went to...

This is hypnotic... Cheers! M2

Part Deaux! Cheers! M2

Holy Shit! I've got five more once someone else replies to this thread... Cheers! M2

Consider yourself corrected.

Wow, looks like the Air Force isn't the only branch being pussified...

Well, I am pissed! I was suppose to meet the dude with these two rifles (a Russian SKS and a Romanian Mosin-Nagant M44) on Saturday and he didn't show. Now he isn't returning my calls or emails. I think he backed out of the deal for whatever reason (I was willing to pay his full asking price for the two guns) and won't man up and tell me. It is irritating as I bought a sling for the M44 at the gun show Saturday morning, and I was really looking forward to getting that particular carbine as I hear they are a blast to shoot (pun intended). If I don't hear from him by tomorrow, I am writing the deal off and will start hunting for a M44 on GunBroker or somewhere... Cheers! M2

Here is better information on the incident copied from the Lakeland Ledger. I have heard of guns going off once accidently, but 3 times? I am betting on the gun having been modified...and a blantant violation of range rules. I don't know about this place, but I clear my weapons before setting them down.

Unfortunately, my travels to Stuttgart two weeks ago didn't allow me time to get to Munich; but I have experienced my fair share of German fests and loved each and every one of them! I realize a few on here may never have had the opportunity to attend a fest or the fests of fests, Oktoberfest; so here are someone else's pictures as why it is so popular. Beer, lederhosen and a lot of cleavage...a winning combination! Prost! M2

You are cleared hot!

Round 2...one had to be replaced because Photobucket removed it for copyright violations... Cheers! M2

Just got a bunch, here's the first batch...enjoy! Cheers! M2 Round 2 after someone posts so I can post more pics!

OK, another thread revival. ESS is releasing the "Crossbow" this month...pretty nice looking... * Ballistic 2.4mm high-impact polycarbonate lenses * Compliant with US Federal OSHA, ANSI Z87.1+, CE EN 166 and US MIL-PRF-31013 * Tri-Tech™ Fit technology achieves a universal fit with max comfort and zero pressure points * Andvanced ClearZone™ FlowCoat lens treatments eliminate fog inside and prevent scratches outside * DedBolt™ Lens Lock System keeps lenses secure under impact yet easy to swap * ESSOPTICS™ deliver distortion-free optical precision throughout the entire field of view * Interchangeable lenses * 100% UVA/UVB protection * Compatible with the ESS Rx Lens Carrier Insert and the ESS P-2B™ Rx Holder Kit * Includes 2 black frame sets w/Clear & Smoke Gray lenses, microfiber pouch and zippered hard case * Imported www.esseyepro.com/crossbow MSRP is about $95. p.s. Wow, I just noticed my post was exactly one year to the day of the last one!

Good point, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base is named in honor of Navy Lt. Seymour A. Johnson, a Goldsboro native who died in an airplane crash near Norbeck, Md., on March 5, 1941 (Source). It may be the only Air Force base named in honor of a naval officer, but how many Navy bases are named after Air Force pilots?

Although I do appreciate your enthusiasm, most US bases are named after people. Scott AFB is named after the first enlisted person killed in an aviation crash (Corporal Frank S. Scott). Dyess is named after Lt. Col. William Edwin Dyess, a native of Albany, Texas. Luke, MacDill, Beale, Keesler, McChord, Cannon, Hurlburt, Langley, Hickam...the list goes on. The Air Force's history is full of noble individuals who gave their lives for their country and their fellow airmen. Unfortunately, there just aren't enough bases to honor each and every one of them. Cheers! M2

True, it's more of a windbreaker/raincoat than a cold weather jacket. However, if you can find an old field jacket liner and someone to sew the buttons into the parka for you (wife or girlfriend preferably, but any alterations shop will do); it makes the jacket much more useful in cold weather. I did that with the old Gortex BDU parka and was amazed at how much warmer it was...

Obviously, someone wasn't happy with their AR purchase! https://gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=140641947 Cheers! M2

Yeah, it is getting to be a sickness as I don't even have the paratrooper in my hands yet and I am already seriously thinking about picking up this local deal... I like to consider them "investments!" Cheers! M2

Well, I just had to have one of these for the collection... It's a Norinco SKS paratrooper. I know it was never used by the PLA, but I think they are sweet looking and distinctive enough from the other SKS rifles I have. Cheers! M2

For everyone, always know what's behind your intended target...the fun starts around 1:50...

Fog The PT709 is the slim, which is pretty much the same dimensions as the PT111 except slimmer as it is a single-stack. I have put around 150 flawless rounds of Monarch, Blazer and Federal through mine since getting it and where it is a little harder to control than the thicker PT111 I find it to be a very accurate and reliable gun so far. I say 'so far' as I have read on TaurusArmed.net that some folks are having problems with theirs, but I wonder if some of that is due to an inadequate cleaning before shooting (they come covered in cosmoline) or not using the proper technique which firing this type of gun (e.g. limpwristing it). Mine has quite reached the level of trustworthiness that my XD has achieved; but I think it is only a matter of time as so far it has performed exceptionally for me. For the price I am very sold on the Taurus and anyone looking for a good semi-auto in the $300-350 range I would strongly recommend both the PT111 and the PT709 Slim; but do your homework beforehand as others have not had the same experience that I have. And if you can make your way to San Antonio, I would be more than happy to let you shoot either or both of them! On a separate note, I have a line on a Norinco Paratrooper SKS and was wondering if anyone has owned/shot one. I like the shorter carbine nature of it and the one I am looking at is priced decently, and most of my research on them has been positive; but I would still like to hear any pros/cons from someone who has had firsthand experience with them. Oh, and I know the 'paratrooper' moniker is a misnomer; so I don't need to be educated on it! Cheers! M2