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Around the Campfire (General Discussion) / It's going to be a long day!
« on: November 05, 2024, 07:53:00 AM »
I don't believe I've ever been this nervous about an election.  I feel that our country is at the verge of a cliff, and depending on how the results end, we are either safe or falling on this deep abyss of moral depravity that will come if Chlamydia wins this election.  I also fear that China most likely attack Taiwan.  A little prayer for our country wouldn't hurt.  God bless our nation. 

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Around the Campfire (General Discussion) / What's wrong with our country?
« on: October 03, 2024, 06:51:59 AM »
Biden/Harris gave $750 to the fire victims of Lahaina. Now they are giving $750 to the flood victims of Appalachia, but FEMA isn't hardly on the ground in the area yet. Meanwhile USAID gets $34 billion to give away to foreign countries. This doesn't include the billions other government agencies and government funded NGO's have been given to distribute outside the country. It also doesn't include the $1500 per month individual illegal aliens are getting in food and housing subsidies. It's almost like our country prefers others over it's own citizens.

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Around the Campfire (General Discussion) / James Earl Jones passed
« on: September 10, 2024, 01:21:38 PM »
This is sad news; he was a great actor with an amazing voice.  Rest in peace. 

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Well, the moment I've been waiting for has finally arrived. Top of Texas Taxidermy texted me yesterday to inform me that he was already working on my mounts. So I asked him for pictures (or it did not happened  ;D ;D). Here are some of the pictures I received.

The buffalo ft are going to be cigar ashtrays.  Next is the Bushbuck, and the last one is my Nyala.




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What a ride! Well, the date finally arrived, as of yesterday (30 Jun 2024) I am no longer employed by the Federal Government, and I am officially retired. It's a bittersweet feeling, but I believe the time was right to pulled chocks as we say in the Air Force. My parents were able to witness the closing of this chapter in my life, and I couldn't have been happier. They saw me spread my wings and join the Air Force in 1983 and leave the safety of their nest to serve and defend this wonderful Nation that graciously opened her arms and embraced us as one of her own. Here I am at 62 1/2 years old, and they were here to witness this special events.

What's in the future you may ask? Well, I'm not sure yet. But I do have a huge laundry list of honey dos from my wonderful Mrs. PARA45. Will I get another job, well, I may in the future, but for now, I don't think so.

It has been an honor to serve, defend and protect this wonderful Nation. I hope the young NCOs I mentor will carry this torch and continue to defend and protect our fragile Nation.

As a going away, my wife said yes to purchase a rifle from a member in the African Forum, so I was able to purchase a beautiful Ruger RSM in 416 Rigby. She also said that if we could afford it, to hunt a Buffalo with the new rifle. I'll post pictures of the rifle later on. Here are some pictures of the festivities. Enjoy!


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Well, I spoke to my financial advisor (wife), and we are going back to South Africa.  There is a special going on now where I hunted in 2022, and it is for a Cape Buffalo, Cape Kudu and Impala.  This will be my retirement gift.  LOL!!!   Made my reservations, and we'll be heading for 8 days of hunting, plus 2 days of tourism in Cape Town.  Wife is coming along this time, which BTW, she is my biggest fan and supporter of my hobbies.

Now, the planning begins.  Since I'll be hunting Kudu & Impala, I may take my CZ-375 H&H with me and have one rifle and one load to worry about.  The other side of me, is telling me to take a Ruger RSM 416 Rigby.  Decisions, decisions.  I'll keep you gents up to date on my planning.   ;D

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I'm selling a 300 Weatherby Euromark rifle.  It is a Japan made Weatherby, and according to the Weatherby book: The Man. the Gun. the Legend.  There is a small safe handling mark on the left side above the trigger, hard to see on the picture.  I could take a better picture is someone wants to see it.  This rifle was made in 1986.  Asking $1500 plus shipping from my FFL to your FFL.  Thanks for looking. 




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Christensen Arms Mesa in 6.5 Creedmoor, plus 8 boxes of ammo (3 Federal & 5 Winchester), 300 brand new cases of Nosler 6.5 Creedmoor, Tally rings, & Redding Deluxe Die set, all for $2300.00, plus actual shipping and handling from my FFL to your FFL, ammo, dies, brass and scope mount will ship separately. All you need is to put on a scope, and you are set to go.  PM for questions or if you would like to speak to me directly, I'll PM you my cell. Thanks for looking.


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Around the Campfire (General Discussion) / Sitka gear for sale
« on: February 08, 2024, 01:09:51 PM »
I have a complete Sitka Stratus Jacket & Bibs, in Obtifade, men medium for sale, asking $550 shipped. Never worn, labels removed but I still have them. If this was bought today, you'd pay over $700 for the set. The jacket and bibs are wind proof, and breathable. This is an excellent set if hunting from a stand, and it's very quiet.  I'll try to post pictures.

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This is so sad. Venezuelan immigrants beat up two NY City Police Officers, they get arrested, then released without prison time, fine, nothing. No charges at all.  Given free bus tickets by charity organization. What are we doing, why they were not deported?  >:( >:(

https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/01/us/police-attacked-new-york-outside-shelter/index.html

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Around the Campfire (General Discussion) / Microwave
« on: December 30, 2023, 07:43:55 AM »
Well, my wife called me to let me know that our microwave had stopped working.  I looked at it, and of course I don't know jack on how to fix a microwave, or what to look for.  The door was loose, and the microwave wouldn't start.   After further investigation, I noticed that the latch that locks the door was loose and wouldn't close the door firmly to active the microwave.  Well, into You-tube I went.  Learned how to pop open the door and exposed the latch.  I went into their website and the latch was $57 for a piece of plastic.  After further digging, I noticed that there was this little latch that held the spring to create tension on this latch, and to close the door firmly.  Gorilla crazy glue to the rescue, and my microwave is working like it did before.  Just when I thought I was going to buy a new one, a little glue fixed everything.  Moral of the story, if an appliance stops working, check You-tube, most likely there will be a video showing you what to do.  You-Tube saved me $300.   ;D ;D

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Around the Campfire (General Discussion) / Ammo prices set to rise
« on: December 13, 2023, 07:33:14 AM »
Not sure how to take this, if it's true or not.  The ammo manufacturer have been taking advantage of us for years now, and continue to do so.  Every time a Dem sits in the WH, the prices go sky high.  It could be due to the hoarder buying more than what they need, but it's not like the manufacturers are not making money.  Primers at over $100 per 1000, or $40-50 of powder, someone is making a killing on these components.    >:(


https://www.newsweek.com/ammo-prices-set-rise-substantially-vista-outdoor-firearms-1850528

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Well, the Texas Rangers defeated the Houston Astros and at home.  They are going to the World Series, to play either the Diamondbacks or the Phillies. 

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I have a used Weatherby Sporter in 7mm Weatherby Mag, that I had purchased used for a project that never materialize.  I'm selling it to try and fund something else.  I believe I priced it at a fair price, and are selling this rifle for $750 shipped.  Not sure of the round count.  It has some minor safe dings, but nothing major, action and barrel are in excellent shape.  I'll post pictures in a bit.  I could send additional pictures if anyone is interested, or if you know someone looking for one.  Thanks!

 

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