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by eric65
Mon Sep 26, 2011 8:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Playing with fire
Replies: 12
Views: 1767

Re: Playing with fire

I only use 2400 in that caliber and until today I had never observed a fireball in broad daylight
by eric65
Mon Sep 26, 2011 7:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Playing with fire
Replies: 12
Views: 1767

Re: Playing with fire

It was an attention getter for sure doc
by eric65
Mon Sep 26, 2011 6:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Playing with fire
Replies: 12
Views: 1767

Playing with fire

A very long time ago, Eric bought himself a reloading setup so that he would not go broke playing with his new .357 mag. Eric also listened to advice from a trusted reloading buddy and followed the reloading manual to the absolute letter. Fast foreward 20 years to today when for the first time Eric ...
by eric65
Fri Jul 29, 2011 1:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - A Bit of the Black Sea Fleet
Replies: 14
Views: 2178

Re: OT - A Bit of the Black Sea Fleet

BlaineG wrote:
I wonder what that big proboscis on the sub is for?
:P Joe, nobody nose.
BARF!!
by eric65
Mon Jul 25, 2011 7:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: [OT] - Speaking of the .50 BMG and/or Barrett rifles...
Replies: 7
Views: 987

Re: [OT] - Speaking of the .50 BMG and/or Barrett rifles...

Seen some really nasty things happen on the recieving end of a .50 BMG round.
by eric65
Sun Jul 24, 2011 3:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Stupid Movers
Replies: 19
Views: 2404

Re: OT: Stupid Movers

Gotta love TMO, I see some things never change.
by eric65
Tue Jul 12, 2011 5:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi Leverguns
Replies: 35
Views: 7771

Re: Rossi Leverguns

Mine has had no problems with any .357 round that I have put through it, I just love that little critter.
by eric65
Tue Jul 05, 2011 12:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Holy stuff!
Replies: 35
Views: 4797

Re: OT- Holy stuff!

Found out today we are gonna have a little girl, that would be three between us. :D
by eric65
Wed Jun 29, 2011 6:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Faith Often Lags
Replies: 21
Views: 3431

Re: My Faith Often Lags

BlaineG wrote:I know you're not supposed to put a question mark where God puts a period, but sometimes I sure don't like Him too much.
I think we all have days like that. I have thrown some angry words at the big man lately because of the trouble with my daughter. Somehow we manage to keep believing.
by eric65
Mon Jun 20, 2011 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just got this in an e-mail.
Replies: 10
Views: 1456

Re: Just got this in an e-mail.

:shock: 8)
by eric65
Tue May 03, 2011 8:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Still alive in Texas
Replies: 10
Views: 1855

Re: Still alive in Texas

Looks like I am heading home friday, no orders keeping me here. : :x :?
by eric65
Sun May 01, 2011 5:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Redtail Hawk Nest - AND Hunting Success
Replies: 10
Views: 1471

Re: OT - Redtail Hawk Nest - AND Hunting Success

Nice pictures doc. I really do miss being home this time of year. :(
by eric65
Thu Apr 28, 2011 1:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- IT may be back.
Replies: 76
Views: 10301

Re: OT- IT may be back.

Good luck, Mike.
by eric65
Wed Apr 20, 2011 7:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - a day in the life
Replies: 2
Views: 490

Re: OT - a day in the life

I like it. I always wondered what the cat was thinking! :lol:
by eric65
Tue Apr 19, 2011 9:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Still alive in Texas
Replies: 10
Views: 1855

Re: Still alive in Texas

we aren't even allowed into Mexico anymore
by eric65
Tue Apr 19, 2011 7:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How's about our folks in Texas?
Replies: 5
Views: 818

Re: How's about our folks in Texas?

None to be seen around here.
by eric65
Tue Apr 19, 2011 7:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Still alive in Texas
Replies: 10
Views: 1855

Re: Still alive in Texas

I am happy to report that I found El Paso saddlery, Everything that I saw there was top of the line as far as quality and workmanship. Now if I could just figure out how to get out of this Maxican jail.... :lol: 8)
by eric65
Fri Apr 15, 2011 4:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT -- something for steam guys
Replies: 34
Views: 4689

Re: OT -- something for steam guys

cool train :D
by eric65
Fri Apr 15, 2011 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Still alive in Texas
Replies: 10
Views: 1855

Re: Still alive in Texas

JReed wrote:Glad to hear all is well. :D You should check out the Harley dealer there in El Paso I hear it is huge.
I will check it out at some point, the border patrol museum was cool!
by eric65
Fri Apr 15, 2011 4:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Still alive in Texas
Replies: 10
Views: 1855

Re: Still alive in Texas

Eric, what was the problem with El Paso Saddlery? The door is often very tight and feels like it is locked.I try to stop in there several times a year to check on any seconds or mistakes at discounted prices.Usually some good deals.Stop in at Collectors Gun Exchange on Mesa (west side of town).Not ...
by eric65
Thu Apr 14, 2011 7:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Still alive in Texas
Replies: 10
Views: 1855

Still alive in Texas

Reporting in, Coyoties hain't got me yet. Nothing really going on here until we take over training from the outgoing unit on Saturday. :|Spent some time at the Border Patrol museum in ElPaso and have made several attempts to visit ElPaso Saddlery with no sucess.
by eric65
Wed Apr 06, 2011 7:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Holy stuff!
Replies: 35
Views: 4797

Re: OT- Holy stuff!

COSteve wrote:I guess that explains why you have such a low post count for being on the site over 3 years! :lol:
:D 8)
by eric65
Tue Apr 05, 2011 9:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Holy stuff!
Replies: 35
Views: 4797

Re: OT- Holy stuff!

The strange thing is that we have been trying for 6 years with no luck, and we finally got around to reading the instruction manual 8) Ok, couldnt resist throwing that out there, let the jokes begin :lol:
by eric65
Tue Apr 05, 2011 9:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Holy stuff!
Replies: 35
Views: 4797

Re: OT- Holy stuff!

JReed wrote:Well you know what they say. Practice enough times and you are bound to get it right. :lol: So how is this going to work with your current duty?
I should be home before the baby is born and get about 6 months with it before I have to go away again.
by eric65
Tue Apr 05, 2011 9:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Holy stuff!
Replies: 35
Views: 4797

Re: OT- Holy stuff!

Grizz wrote:Congrats

and a hearty second on the 1911 idea.

Grizz
The 1911 may be a present to myself!
by eric65
Tue Apr 05, 2011 8:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Holy stuff!
Replies: 35
Views: 4797

Re: OT- Holy stuff!

BlaineG wrote:Blessings on you, Mother, and the babies (you wanted twins, right? :lol: )
I will make sure Sharon sees that,Bleine :lol:
by eric65
Tue Apr 05, 2011 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Holy stuff!
Replies: 35
Views: 4797

OT- Holy stuff!

I AM GONNA BE A DAD AGAIN! Just found out Sunday that my wife is about a month and a half pregnant! This would not be so weird if I were not almost 45 years old. Much planning to do.
by eric65
Fri Apr 01, 2011 11:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gonna be gone for awhile
Replies: 16
Views: 1875

Re: Gonna be gone for awhile

Made it to Ft. Bliss last night, internet access is difficult but not impossible, will check in as much as I can.
by eric65
Sat Mar 26, 2011 2:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Available Soon: Rossi M92 "El Jefe" .22LR Levergun
Replies: 36
Views: 6764

Re: Available Soon: Rossi M92 "El Jefe" .22LR Levergun

Might have to swap my Marlin for that.
by eric65
Sat Mar 26, 2011 10:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gonna be gone for awhile
Replies: 16
Views: 1875

Gonna be gone for awhile

After 2 years of whining I finally got my reserve unit to send me somewhere. I am going to Fort Bliss, Tx. to be one of the instructors at the mobilization site down there. This is kind of bittersweet because I am having some trouble with my teenage daughter and this is not a real good time to be aw...
by eric65
Tue Mar 15, 2011 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - I'd like to talk about "Jug Chokes"
Replies: 9
Views: 1953

Re: OT - I'd like to talk about "Jug Chokes"

casastahle wrote:Okay, when I read the word “Jug” why did the name Old Savage come to mind? :roll: :)
I really need help :lol:
:shock: :lol: 8)
by eric65
Sun Mar 13, 2011 1:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT..Best Vehicle you ever had....and gas prices
Replies: 70
Views: 9316

Re: OT..Best Vehicle you ever had....and gas prices

98 jeep cherokee. the thing gave up its life for mine a few years ago :cry:
by eric65
Tue Feb 08, 2011 3:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rifle Primers in .357?
Replies: 20
Views: 2581

Re: Rifle Primers in .357?

I have used them before I knew better, but I did not have any problems
by eric65
Tue Feb 01, 2011 10:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Using the Lee Classic Loader .......step #3
Replies: 24
Views: 4187

Re: Using the Lee Classic Loader .......step #3

It happens now and then :lol:
by eric65
Tue Jan 25, 2011 10:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Change of plans
Replies: 16
Views: 1480

Re: OT: Change of plans

Dang, 2nd MAW, shoulda sent the monitor a case of his favorite beverage,huh? Good luck down there. When is your report date?
by eric65
Wed Jan 12, 2011 8:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need a little help with my Marlin.
Replies: 10
Views: 2100

Re: Need a little help with my Marlin.

P.S. - you weren't "stupid"... a. You were checking the options/limits on your gun to maximize its potential b. You at least got it back together properly c. You asked for advice instead of doing what I usually do... (... spraying it with WD-40, hitting it with a hammer, swearing, and scr...
by eric65
Tue Jan 11, 2011 12:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: northern Indiana weather
Replies: 12
Views: 1208

Re: northern Indiana weather

Down close to Effingham
by eric65
Sun Jan 09, 2011 5:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: northern Indiana weather
Replies: 12
Views: 1208

Re: northern Indiana weather

Made it back, took a chance and came a different way snow stopped just east of Elkhart as usual. :D
by eric65
Sat Jan 08, 2011 9:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: northern Indiana weather
Replies: 12
Views: 1208

northern Indiana weather

Currently in southern Ill, looks like We arn't going home tomorrow, 24 inches of snow back home since this morning!
by eric65
Sat Jan 01, 2011 4:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Stranded motorist needs help. Ideas?
Replies: 27
Views: 3647

Re: OT - Stranded motorist needs help. Ideas?

Bring them home, sounds legit to me.
by eric65
Thu Dec 23, 2010 1:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Humor - Pirate Goes Into A Bar
Replies: 10
Views: 1528

Re: Humor - Pirate Goes Into A Bar

Didn't see that one comming. Sprayed soda all over computer screen. :lol:
by eric65
Sat Dec 18, 2010 10:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new 39a = old 39a?
Replies: 6
Views: 1029

Re: new 39a = old 39a?

Mine wont extract reliably and the scope mount holes were drilled slightly off center. Buy somthing else. :cry:
by eric65
Sat Dec 04, 2010 7:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Photo Blog: 101 Indian photos by Edward Curtis
Replies: 3
Views: 525

Re: Photo Blog: 101 Indian photos by Edward Curtis

Those are some pretty cool photos
by eric65
Thu Nov 11, 2010 7:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: I Have Come To The Conclusion.
Replies: 8
Views: 986

Re: OT: I Have Come To The Conclusion.

Always :D
by eric65
Sun Oct 17, 2010 6:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer request -update
Replies: 9
Views: 874

Prayer request -update

THE BOY CAN WALK! He still has 2 broken arms tho.
by eric65
Thu Oct 14, 2010 6:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-prayers needed
Replies: 27
Views: 2737

Re: OT-prayers needed

The boy was wearing a helmet, but I think it broke on impact. The kid hit a guardrail head on.
by eric65
Thu Oct 14, 2010 6:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-prayers needed
Replies: 27
Views: 2737

OT-prayers needed

Got a late night phone call from the hospital tuesday, one of my young soldiers was in a very serious motercycle accident and might not walk again. I went to see him the next morning and he did recognize me in spite of all the drugs he was on, whch was very encouraging, but thinking this kid may not...
by eric65
Mon Sep 20, 2010 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Only One
Replies: 56
Views: 9290

Re: Only One

Ruger GP100 until I get tired of it, then Joe's wife can have it.
by eric65
Sat Sep 11, 2010 10:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Interesting morning.......
Replies: 13
Views: 1358

Re: OT: Interesting morning.......

Count me in