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    Would anyone care to recommend a source for...

    Would anyone care to recommend a source for quality .32 cal cleaning supplies (brush/jag/rod/patches)?

    I was surprised that my 432UC didn't come with the usual factory aluminum rod/brush, but it's...
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    Resistance was futile...I have been enabled. A...

    Resistance was futile...I have been enabled.

    A M432UC has been ordered through my LGS.

    My shopping list for ammo based on what I've read in this thread looks like...


    Lost River wadcutters...
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    Congrats on another stellar acquisition. While...

    Congrats on another stellar acquisition.

    While the gun itself cannot talk, having the history of the prior owners and modifications is the next best thing, and a real plus IMNSHO.

    I'm hoping...
  4. Thread: Airplanes

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    ...and the COD continues to fill the role for the...

    ...and the COD continues to fill the role for the USN.

    https://www.thedefensepost.com/2024/02/14/us-navy-greyhounds-osprey/


    -Rainman
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    It won't make you feel any better but I did a...

    It won't make you feel any better but I did a similar thing buying a large quantity of 7.62 precision ammo for a LaRue PredatOBR in 2012. After many delays and the final design not being what I...
  6. Thread: Motorcycles

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    That's beautiful - and classic looking. ...

    That's beautiful - and classic looking.

    Details (year/make/model), please?


    -Rainman
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    I have one of each. CHPWS MOS plate to...

    I have one of each.


    CHPWS MOS plate to Trijicon RMR (bought near the beginning of 2023).

    DPP MOS plate to Holosun EPS Carry (bought late 2023 at the suggestion of GJM in response to my...
  8. Thread: Ruger 22/45

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    That MkII is a treasure, and a tangible...

    That MkII is a treasure, and a tangible connection to your late wife. You honor her memory by adapting and continuing to use it as you age.

    Well done sir.


    -Rainman
  9. Short of measuring (you would need a pin-gage...

    Short of measuring (you would need a pin-gage set), you can try to find your barrel here...

    https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1tXunBDX5Gaz87BqxwNxDUlWNK9nEv-cZEQoLq2JXXrk/edit#gid=766121382
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    For sure. "Never underestimate the power of...

    For sure. "Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large numbers."

    Found multiple stories with a quick search...
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    Very nice EDC. I have an older generation...

    Very nice EDC.

    I have an older generation Agent w/exposed ejector rod and a later version Detective Spcl w/shrouded rod. I would love to see a modern version of the Agent. The D-frame Colts are...
  12. Thread: Optic height

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    Agreed. I asked Reptilia/cust service about...

    Agreed.

    I asked Reptilia/cust service about making a 1.7" mount. They replied (August '22) that they 'planned to make a 1.7" mount after they released the 1.93" version and hoped it would be...
  13. Thread: Airplanes

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    Not sure if you noticed the link in the article,...

    Not sure if you noticed the link in the article, but the restoration is fabulous...

    https://www.americanheritagemuseum.org/aircrafts/piper-l4-grasshopper-rosie-the-rocketer/

    The L-4 “Rosie the...
  14. Thread: Airplanes

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    'Bazooka Charlie'... ...

    'Bazooka Charlie'...

    https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/01/07/bazooka-charlie-wwii-hero-writings-daughter/72087625007/

    Dang; that's a small airplane!

    I wonder what he would have...
  15. I used to go to the local American Legion with my...

    I used to go to the local American Legion with my late father (2x Post Commander) and watch while he and others crafted the monthly newsletter by typing the stencil on an ancient manual typewriter. ...
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    That was an excellent read. Despite the fact...

    That was an excellent read. Despite the fact that it's been nearly 20 years since I read it, some things that I still vividly remember...


    The number of deaths associated with the wreck
    The...
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    Some recent happenings... ...

    Some recent happenings...
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    Iran's reaction should prove 'interesting'... ...

    Iran's reaction should prove 'interesting'...

    https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/12/25/israeli-air-strike-in-syria-kills-top-iranian-general

    -Rainman
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    That looks excellent. Those sights look like...

    That looks excellent.

    Those sights look like they will work with my EPS Carr/DPP plate. I believe the height at the bottom of the window should be very close; is that correct?


    -Rainman
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    Thanks for the prompt response sir. -Rainman

    Thanks for the prompt response sir.


    -Rainman
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    I currently have a RMR w/Ameriglo GL-491 sights...

    I currently have a RMR w/Ameriglo GL-491 sights on my G26...
    https://ameriglo.com/products/details/gl-491

    Do you think that the .365 front / .451 rear sights would be too tall and occupy too much...
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    Found another article that has an video interview...

    Found another article that has an video interview with Pardo plus a short video simulation. There's also more on his background/upbringing as well as post-incident happenings (including the near...
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    "Pardo's Push"... ...

    "Pardo's Push"...

    https://avgeekery.com/farewell-bob-pardo-hero-of-pardos-push-in-vietnam/

    A truly amazing feat of airmanship.

    RIP warrior.


    -Rainman
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    Nothing much tops family history that you can...

    Nothing much tops family history that you can hold in your hands.


    -Rainman
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    Many thanks rawkguitarist and GJM - plate on the...

    Many thanks rawkguitarist and GJM - plate on the way!


    -Rainman
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