Post by: Nix on July 16, 2021, 11:38:42 PM
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“The first virtue in a soldier is endurance of fatigue; courage is only the second virtue.” — Napoleon Bonaparte
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This may be my most ambitious challenge yet: a 90-day challenge. The challenge tool will be a Wenger or Victorinox Soldier.
The Swiss Soldier knife was the tool that started it awl at the turn of the century. The previous century. Since 1891, the Soldier model has undergone numerous changes, but throughout them awl there has be the constant: a SAK that has been the trusted companion of innumerable soldiers throughout history.
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We have seen Soldier challenges run here on MTo before, but those were 30-day challenges. It is time to try something a bit more…challenging. If a 30-day challenge is like boot camp, this challenge will be more like Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) school.
Many of us, of course, awl-ready EDC a Soldier or similar model. And why not? The Soldier’s simple design still houses a highly useful toolset. So, for some of you, the idea of a 90-day Soldier challenge won’t seem that difficult. Of course, there is a plan and some orders to follow…..
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Attention to orders!
General Order No. 1 — Challenge operations will commence on D-day, 31 January 22 (Local time). Operations will continue through D+89, 30 April 2022.
General Order No. 2 — Participants shall carry and use one Soldier knife, the model of their choosing, for the duration of operations. Permissible models include all officially issued Soldier knife models from 1891 through 2008. Also permitted are Victorinox Pioneers. GAKs (108mm), OHO GAKs (111mm), and DAK’s (111mm) are likewise permitted.
General Order No. 3 — Participants shall keep their Soldier knives in good working order at awl times.
General Order No. 4 — Participants will use one and only one knife for the duration of the challenge. If a participant’s knife is damaged, that knife will have to soldier on. If a knife is lost, the participant will be declared hors de combat.
General Order No. 5 — Participants shall post a picture for each day of the challenge. If, secondary to operational conditions, access to photographic equipment or the internet is not available, the photograph for that day(s) may be posted at a later date.
General Order No. 6 — All official daily posts shall be appropriately annotated for clarity with either the date or use of the D+X format, e.g. “ D+33: no uses today. ***photo here*** “
General Order No. 7 — Sustained operations may be associated with boredom and poor morale. All participants are hereby ordered to have mandatory fun. To cope with boredom, participants are encouraged to participate in ancillary challenges (non-tool challenges) and/or in-challenge challenges.
General Order No. 8 — As operations progress, additional directives and orders may be issued as conditions require.
Not too complicated, but it will require some endurance. As Ernest Shackleton said, “By endurance we conquer.”
If you think you have what it takes to Soldier On, jump in and enlist by signing the roster below!
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Post by: Nix on July 16, 2021, 11:39:12 PM
Post by: Echotech on July 17, 2021, 04:28:16 AM
Over 90 days you’d really get to know your knife that’s for sure, I’m going to have to be a maybe at this stage
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Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 04:32:56 AM
( Sorry for the conflict. )
Post by: Echotech on July 17, 2021, 04:35:46 AM
…and a 90 day badge would sure be cool :think:
Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 04:36:34 AM
Trouble is it clashes with the combo edge challenge I was looking forward to.
I hate combo edges. They seem like the worst of both worlds.
So, naturally, I'm planning on using a Soldier '08 with the combo edge for this 90-day challenge. Exposure therapy? :rofl:
Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 04:36:59 AM
…and a 90 day badge would sure be cool :think:
Right? >:D
Post by: Echotech on July 17, 2021, 04:42:55 AM
:) I’m a bit obsessed with 111 models at the moment so was also thinking the 2008 or GAK…for 90 days a mod61/pioneer might be the be the best choice but no saw…love a saw :dd:(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210717/707f44f57815048626bc7856f27e6159.jpg)
I hate combo edges. They seem like the worst of both worlds.
So, naturally, I'm planning on using a Soldier '08 with the combo edge for this 90-day challenge. Exposure therapy? :rofl:
Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 04:45:25 AM
Post by: Echotech on July 17, 2021, 04:47:17 AM
Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 04:49:39 AM
Post by: Echotech on July 17, 2021, 05:00:55 AM
Trouble with the mod61 is no keyring for attaching to a P7 clip, my preferred way to carry. Although could add a bail to one of the mod61’s :think:
Could always use a pioneer but this is a soldier challenge so feel it has to be a proper soldier
Hopefully the powers that be would agree a proper 90 day badge would be in order, or 3 30 day ones :rofl:
Alright how can I resist
001 Nix
002 Echotech
:salute:
Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 05:11:51 AM
Could always use a pioneer but this is a soldier challenge so feel it has to be a proper soldier
I debated about allowing the Pioneer or not. In the end, I thought the Pioneer was close enough to the '61 that it should be allowed, but I agree that preference should be given to a Soldier.
Perhaps you could find/fabricate a slip or pouch that could be suspended from a clip?
Excellent to have you sign up. :tu:
Post by: Echotech on July 17, 2021, 10:40:06 AM
Forgot about them!
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Post by: Fireman on July 17, 2021, 01:38:27 PM
Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 02:29:17 PM
I'm proud of Nix for being #1 on the list. :salute: Normally the guy who gets his buddies fired up to enlist, doesn't. Then they curse him all through boot camp. :rofl:
:rofl:
Post by: Simon_Templar on July 17, 2021, 02:29:40 PM
Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 02:31:23 PM
Post by: Simon_Templar on July 17, 2021, 02:32:49 PM
Indeed. This challenge will test our mettle. :tu:
Yours and what army's? :rofl:
Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 02:35:31 PM
Post by: McStitchy on July 17, 2021, 03:01:58 PM
001: Nix
002: McStitchy
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Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 04:27:58 PM
Hey! Did you just kick Echotech out of the platoon?
Was it a Section 8 case?
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Post by: NutSAK on July 17, 2021, 04:29:01 PM
002: McStitchy
003: NutSAK
Wait...did you say we could be declared hors? Man, I don't know about this challenge... :D
Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 04:31:03 PM
Glad to have you, NutSAK! :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on July 17, 2021, 05:57:43 PM
:rofl:
Hey! Did you just kick Echotech out of the platoon?
Was it a Section 8 case?
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Whoooopsy... yes it was :ahhh
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
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Post by: ReamerPunch on July 17, 2021, 07:19:57 PM
Post by: Nix on July 17, 2021, 11:12:23 PM
I think so, if the OHO Trekker has the partially serrated blade. If so, it is the same as a GAK 2003. (Plus T&T). If we can allow a Pioneer, I think we can allow a OHO Trekker. I'm open to counter-argument, but from my perspective, if you can swap out scales and have a GAK, it qualifies.
Post by: Myron on July 18, 2021, 01:17:29 AM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
Post by: Nix on July 18, 2021, 01:55:59 AM
Well you had to know I'd be in for this one! It will be fun spending the next few months deciding what to carry....
I thought you might be up for this challenge. :D :tu:
Post by: Ritornello on July 18, 2021, 06:58:15 AM
This really appeals to me Nix, my main collection is Soldiers and Army knives so right up my street. Trouble is it clashes with the combo edge challenge I was looking forward to.
Over 90 days you’d really get to know your knife that’s for sure, I’m going to have to be a maybe at this stage
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Very cool collection Echo! I've been on the hunt for a few more 100mm soldiers. I've just purchased a civilian issue one along with a couple mod. 51s (one that's particularly unique) from overseas and I'm waiting for them to arrive. I'll make a post on the one man army thread when they get here. In the meantime I'd love to see some more photos of your 1908s!!
Post by: Echotech on July 18, 2021, 08:10:41 AM
Very cool collection Echo! I've been on the hunt for a few more 100mm soldiers. I've just purchased a civilian issue one along with a couple mod. 51s (one that's particularly unique) from overseas and I'm waiting for them to arrive. I'll make a post on the one man army thread when they get here. In the meantime I'd love to see some more photos of your 1908s!!Thanks Ritornello :tu: :hatsoff:
Congratulations on starting your collection, the civilian ones can be harder to find than the issued, so good start, will look forward to seeing yours when they arrive
It’s hard to have favourites with so many great SAKs out there but these would be at the top of my list for sure
More pics, my pleasure, any excuse to show them off :rofl: :whistle:
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Post by: McStitchy on July 18, 2021, 09:51:15 AM
Post by: Echotech on July 18, 2021, 10:44:28 AM
Post by: Nix on July 18, 2021, 03:14:35 PM
Vety nice collection Echo :2tu:
:iagree:
Post by: Ritornello on July 18, 2021, 06:15:59 PM
Thanks Ritornello :tu: :hatsoff:
Congratulations on starting your collection, the civilian ones can be harder to find than the issued, so good start, will look forward to seeing yours when they arrive
It’s hard to have favourites with so many great SAKs out there but these would be at the top of my list for sure
More pics, my pleasure, any excuse to show them off :rofl: :whistle:
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Very cool Echo! :o Thanks! I'm looking for a double stamped 1908 kinda like yours as well.
Post by: ReamerPunch on July 18, 2021, 07:02:20 PM
Good question.
I think so, if the OHO Trekker has the partially serrated blade. If so, it is the same as a GAK 2003. (Plus T&T). If we can allow a Pioneer, I think we can allow a OHO Trekker. I'm open to counter-argument, but from my perspective, if you can swap out scales and have a GAK, it qualifies.
Then I am in. :woohoo:
I know I'll regret not doing it, so I'll jump in. And I only have one oho Trekker, so I already know what I'll be doing the challenge with. Unless I buy a Soldier by then? :think:
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
Post by: Nix on July 18, 2021, 08:25:19 PM
Welcome to the platoon, RP. :tu:
Post by: Nix on July 18, 2021, 08:47:39 PM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on July 19, 2021, 04:58:14 AM
The soldier is a good knife. I have one Pioneer, one Wenger SI and a Vic 111mm.
It's a good chance to put one 93mm in use.
The 111mm is a no go for me. Not aceptable at my workplace (or outside it).
Let me see how the things will develop here in my clone trooper life first.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on July 19, 2021, 05:00:25 AM
The 111mm is a no go for me. Not aceptable at my workplace (or outside it).
But a laser blaster is? :think:
Post by: Nix on July 19, 2021, 03:55:38 PM
That's a nice challenge. A really good one.
The soldier is a good knife. I have one Pioneer, one Wenger SI and a Vic 111mm.
It's a good chance to put one 93mm in use.
The 111mm is a no go for me. Not aceptable at my workplace (or outside it).
Let me see how the things will develop here in my clone trooper life first.
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:tu: Sounds good, Hevy. Hopefully you can join in with a 93! :tu:
Post by: comis on July 26, 2021, 04:59:41 AM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on July 26, 2021, 01:20:56 PM
But a laser blaster is? :think:Only blasters issued by the Army. Or vibroblades... Or a beautifull Z-6 Rotary Blaster
. But not 111mm SAKsUniformity is one of the basis of the Clone Army. With notable exceptions to ARC Troopers and the clone force 99.
The real reason is the local laws. Carrying a knife of this size (and OHO) is not allowed without a good reason to do it.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on July 26, 2021, 01:26:24 PM
:tu: Sounds good, Hevy. Hopefully you can join in with a 93! :tu:I hope that I back to my normal duties at time of the challenge.
Now I'm avoiding to loose any knife or tool in airports.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on July 28, 2021, 01:40:43 AM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008. Barry Rowland
Post by: Nix on July 28, 2021, 02:33:44 AM
Post by: McStitchy on July 28, 2021, 08:51:21 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on July 28, 2021, 06:59:05 PM
Post by: Alan K. on August 01, 2021, 10:13:22 AM
Post by: Echotech on August 01, 2021, 11:05:40 AM
Post by: Altis on August 01, 2021, 11:42:36 AM
Though it would give me reason to carry the only "Soldier" SAK I have, a black Pioneer. I don't think I've ever carried or even used it...
If only they issued Farmer X to soldiers :pok:
Post by: Nix on August 01, 2021, 02:54:44 PM
I love the idea of it, but the thought of having to neglect all but one of my SAKs for 3 months... :ahhh
This is where the boots meet the road. :D
If, like me, you are accustomed to switching out knives/tools every 30 days or so, this could be tough. On the other hand....it is only three months. Most soldiers now deploy for six to twelve months at a go......
Post by: Nix on August 01, 2021, 03:02:19 PM
I like the idea Alan as I was interested in the combo edge challenge too…obviously depends on challenge rules of course but I was kind of hoping there’d be a 90 day badge created for this one, which would be extremely cool. If that’s not possible I certainly like what you’re suggesting if allowed :tu:
I will be requesting a badge for this one! :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on August 01, 2021, 05:19:04 PM
Post by: Echotech on August 02, 2021, 02:48:08 AM
I will be requesting a badge for this one! :tu:Excellent :tu: :hatsoff:
Post by: Deathtakeslast on August 17, 2021, 11:13:19 PM
Post by: Nix on August 18, 2021, 02:07:16 AM
Post by: Nix on August 18, 2021, 02:07:58 AM
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008. Barry Rowland
009. Deathtakeslast
Post by: NutSAK on August 23, 2021, 04:54:17 PM
;) :D
Post by: Nix on August 23, 2021, 08:02:40 PM
Post by: an0nemus on August 24, 2021, 02:07:12 PM
Post by: Nix on August 24, 2021, 07:55:31 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on August 27, 2021, 02:57:26 PM
I wanted to join ElevenBlade's Combo Edge Challenge, which is set for February.
And the Soldier Challenge is for February-March-April... :rant:
It is interesting that the Soldier, or rather, my Oho Trekker, has a combo edge blade. :think:
So, could we possibly do both for February? Start February with the Soldier, and if one has a CE blade, we get the badge, then continue for March and April, and get the Soldier On badge?
It would help keep us motivated to get two badges, because the Soldier On Challenge will be challenging ( :P ), going for three months.
Any thoughts on this?
I said I would join ElevenBlade's challenge, and he posted his first. But I do want to do the Soldier On one too.
Post by: Nix on August 27, 2021, 03:13:07 PM
Post by: Scorpion Regent on August 27, 2021, 05:02:43 PM
Post by: Scorpion Regent on August 27, 2021, 05:22:21 PM
Is it too soon to break it down into teams?
Post by: Nix on August 27, 2021, 05:43:18 PM
Post by: Nix on August 27, 2021, 05:45:48 PM
There is a over whelming possibility that if I accept this challenge that I will go MIA in the theater of operations. I am at best an irregular soldier, a partisan, a guerrilla.
Keep in mind that you can post your daily entries retrospectively. I.e., you can go on a week-long backpacking trip days 1-7, then on day 8 post snaps from days 1-7 and day 8. Just please label each snap with the correct day so the mods know what is going on for purposes of awarding the badge. :tu:
Post by: SubMY on August 30, 2021, 08:57:25 PM
I'm glad I ran across this, my apologies if anyone already saw this pic on bladeforums. I'm actually currently deployed in Europe, and a pioneer is always in my pocket, I'll see how busy I am here when the end of the year rolls around. But assuming I'm not to terrible busy I'll join in the fun, I'll reenact trench warfare sitting in the cold in Eastern Europe.
Post by: Nix on August 30, 2021, 10:52:53 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/OOrUvHz.jpeg)
I'm glad I ran across this, my apologies if anyone already saw this pic on bladeforums. I'm actually currently deployed in Europe, and a pioneer is always in my pocket, I'll see how busy I am here when the end of the year rolls around. But assuming I'm not to terrible busy I'll join in the fun, I'll reenact trench warfare sitting in the cold in Eastern Europe.
Excellent! And thanks for your service! :salute:
Post by: Nix on August 30, 2021, 10:53:49 PM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008. Barry Rowland
009. Deathtakeslast
010. SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
Post by: NutSAK on August 30, 2021, 11:00:03 PM
Post by: Nix on August 31, 2021, 12:18:39 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on September 26, 2021, 03:06:32 PM
uhm... :think:
I wanted to join ElevenBlade's Combo Edge Challenge, which is set for February.
And the Soldier Challenge is for February-March-April... :rant:
It is interesting that the Soldier, or rather, my Oho Trekker, has a combo edge blade. :think:
So, could we possibly do both for February? Start February with the Soldier, and if one has a CE blade, we get the badge, then continue for March and April, and get the Soldier On badge?
It would help keep us motivated to get two badges, because the Soldier On Challenge will be challenging ( :P ), going for three months.
Any thoughts on this?
I said I would join ElevenBlade's challenge, and he posted his first. But I do want to do the Soldier On one too.
Has this been discussed at all? I am trying to organize my 2022 challenges and it would be great to fit the combo edge in the Soldier one. Kind of a combo, if you will. :pok:
Post by: Nix on September 26, 2021, 03:36:00 PM
Post by: Nix on September 26, 2021, 04:29:14 PM
At present, the thought is "one challenge, one badge."
So, it looks like you have to make a choice......
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Post by: ReamerPunch on September 26, 2021, 05:25:27 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on October 02, 2021, 03:49:48 PM
Post by: Nix on October 02, 2021, 04:16:41 PM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008. Barry Rowland
009. Deathtakeslast
010. SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on October 02, 2021, 07:09:11 PM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008. Barry Rowland
009. Deathtakeslast
010. SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011. Rizio Il Ghiro
Post by: Nix on October 02, 2021, 08:09:11 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on October 02, 2021, 11:37:04 PM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008. Barry Rowland
009. Deathtakeslast
010. SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011. Rizio Il Ghiro
012. Hevy(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211002/151961bcdcac0c4ba188186d64814b46.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on October 02, 2021, 11:37:55 PM
Post by: trichosirius on October 03, 2021, 02:30:43 AM
I wouldn’t hesitate to take the Pioneer. Count me in! :salute:
Post by: Nix on October 03, 2021, 04:02:21 AM
Post by: Nix on October 03, 2021, 04:03:04 AM
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008. Barry Rowland
009. Deathtakeslast
010. SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011. Rizio Il Ghiro
012. Hevy
013. trichosirius
Post by: Alan K. on October 03, 2021, 04:42:43 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/OOrUvHz.jpeg)Sitting at a Café with a coffee and a basket of fresh baked rolls is not the same as trench warfare. :twak:
I'm glad I ran across this, my apologies if anyone already saw this pic on bladeforums. I'm actually currently deployed in Europe, and a pioneer is always in my pocket, I'll see how busy I am here when the end of the year rolls around. But assuming I'm not to terrible busy I'll join in the fun, I'll reenact trench warfare sitting in the cold in Eastern Europe.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on October 04, 2021, 10:55:28 PM
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
I've been thinking and thinking on this one and decided to say sod it and join in. I've just joined the November SAK Challenge with the intention of getting the 30 Day Soldier badge, as a warm up. However that will be easier as I can slip the Wenger SI in my pocket when needed and use the 2008 model Soldier in the house where I can't get done for carrying it illegally. ::) The problem with the SI is there's a slight nick/bend in the blade not far from the tip, which means long term it won't be much cop. I can't commit to 90 days with a 2008 Soldier due to UK carry laws
I do have a Pioneer on the way, though. And I've got a few new/as new 1961 Soldiers from the 90s/00s on the radar as well for when I've got a bit more cash in my back pocket. So basically, by the time the challenge rolls round, I should be good to go. And hopefully with an actual Soldier rather than an interloper...
It's just a pity I can't get the BAKs in on this. ;) :D
Post by: Nix on October 05, 2021, 12:09:09 AM
Post by: SubMY on October 22, 2021, 10:16:53 PM
Sitting at a Café with a coffee and a basket of fresh baked rolls is not the same as trench warfare. :twak:I missed this. :salute:
I've gone and seen a few of the World War 1 and 2 memorials while I've been here. I was in Poland for a few weeks and stopped by the museum for Stalag Luft III, the POW camp were the "Great Escape" happened. Out past the museum about an mile is where the real tunnel was, they have it marked off with some gravel. Pretty interesting. The foundations for some of the buildings are still there even. Including the camp hospital basement. :ahhh talk about the start of a horror film standing in the basement of a nazi hospital.
And the coffee is rather burnt ;)
Post by: SubMY on October 22, 2021, 10:27:44 PM
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Post by: GA1dad on October 22, 2021, 11:37:43 PM
Preparation is key.
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Post by: Nix on October 22, 2021, 11:43:36 PM
Post by: McStitchy on October 23, 2021, 01:07:05 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on October 24, 2021, 12:53:57 AM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on October 25, 2021, 12:03:36 PM
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Post by: Echotech on October 25, 2021, 12:38:12 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on October 25, 2021, 12:44:19 PM
Post by: Nix on October 25, 2021, 04:29:51 PM
Got my hands on a '96 Vic Soldier today, so I guess we're ready to roll...
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(https://i.imgur.com/KlAShCA.jpg)
Sweet! I love those old Soldiers.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on October 25, 2021, 07:33:53 PM
if i may,i'd like to attempt this challenge,if only to see if i can "survive the deployment"
Post by: Nix on October 25, 2021, 07:59:49 PM
Post by: Nix on October 25, 2021, 08:02:31 PM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on October 25, 2021, 09:06:23 PM
I have to say, I'm a bit amazed that fifteen...yes, fifteen...SAK knights would be brave and hearty enough to take on this challenge. You guys are crazy. :whistle:
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
thank you Sir :salute:
if i acquire an 08 Soldier by the deployment date i'll run the challenge with it
Post by: RF52 on October 25, 2021, 09:16:32 PM
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Post by: Nix on October 25, 2021, 09:35:24 PM
Post by: RF52 on October 25, 2021, 09:44:51 PM
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
016: RF52 (maybe)
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Post by: Nix on October 25, 2021, 10:07:49 PM
Post by: Ron Who on October 26, 2021, 06:36:45 PM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
016: RF52 (maybe)
017: Ron Who
I´m game. Probably with a 108mm GAK. Carrying and using the GAK won´t be a problem but posting daily pics for 90 days will be a real challenge for me.
Post by: Nix on October 26, 2021, 06:42:50 PM
Yeah, this will be a bit of a challenge. :D
Post by: Ron Who on October 29, 2021, 05:39:03 PM
If I can´t come up with something better to do and picture, I´ll just drink for 90 days. :facepalm:
The things one does for MTO.
Post by: Nix on October 30, 2021, 12:34:55 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on October 30, 2021, 01:38:51 AM
If I can´t come up with something better to do and picture, I´ll just drink for 90 days. :facepalm:
Is that really you, RSM!?!? :rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on October 30, 2021, 06:05:55 PM
Post by: Nix on October 30, 2021, 06:54:39 PM
Post by: McStitchy on October 30, 2021, 07:22:32 PM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on October 30, 2021, 10:44:19 PM
Post by: McStitchy on October 30, 2021, 11:06:47 PM
Post by: Ron Who on November 02, 2021, 06:38:37 PM
I´ll gain a corkscrew and a bottle opener that seems a bit awkward.
I´ll lose the inline awl and get the backside awl in return.
The two SAKs are similar enough, so I don´t expect any problems.
I´m curious to find out how the saw works out.
I got the GAK from another MTO member. I never really used it.
Post by: Ron Who on November 02, 2021, 06:41:16 PM
Trying a much smaller size.
It still appears twice but there´s no cropping anymore.
Post by: jenifermalta84 on November 02, 2021, 06:45:48 PM
Post by: Echotech on November 21, 2021, 03:19:12 AM
My usual carry and the GAK that will replace it during the challenge.I’m coming around to thinking the GAK too Ron :dunno: got another one last week and had forgotten what a good bit of kit it is…still got a few months to decide
I´ll gain a corkscrew and a bottle opener that seems a bit awkward.
I´ll lose the inline awl and get the backside awl in return.
The two SAKs are similar enough, so I don´t expect any problems.
I´m curious to find out how the saw works out.
I got the GAK from another MTO member. I never really used it.
Post by: Echotech on November 21, 2021, 03:21:14 AM
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Post by: Tinner on November 21, 2021, 04:21:08 AM
Choices choices…a good problem to have
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One for each day of the week? Not a problem but a virtue.
Post by: Echotech on November 21, 2021, 04:27:13 AM
One for each day of the week? Not a problem but a virtue.:like: that’d work
Knowing we have to stick to one for 90 days is the hard part, now that’s a challenge :think:
Post by: Tinner on November 21, 2021, 04:35:16 AM
Post by: Echotech on November 21, 2021, 04:49:42 AM
Well, if I had to pick I think the GAK would win but that is maybe because I am thinking I need one in my life. :think:
Was discussing GAK’s in the What’s your latest SAK forum yesterday, they’re an excellent bit of kit and can be usually had for a very good price so I’d recommend adding one to your collection for sure.
This challenge is a particularly good one, 90 days definitely means you need to choose well even though any of the Soldiers would be an excellent choice.
Up to now I’d been thinking either mod 61 or 2008, I know I’d be happy with either. Carried the 61/Pioneer plenty and really like 111mm SAK’s in general, last year’s 111 challenge was one of the best.
But getting another GAK recently made me realise I’ve never really carried one and that it’s lighter and slimmer than the 2008, but with almost same sized blade and saw, plus it’s not much heavier than a 61 (approx 86gm Vs 70gm). The scales are more grippy and the drivers work well even though they look a bit awkward…anyway plenty of time to decide :cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on November 21, 2021, 12:26:25 PM
Choices choices…a good problem to have
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Take the 108mm GAK if you haven't really tested it yet :pok:
I'm not a fan of the opener/screw driver implementation on them.
Post by: Echotech on November 21, 2021, 11:06:49 PM
I’ve given the driver a bit of a test and worked better than I was expecting but a bit awkward nonetheless :cheers:
Post by: Santos on November 22, 2021, 06:59:54 AM
If I do get hold of an 83 Soldier, if I do I will go san-keyring, otherwise I will buy a Pioneer.
Would love the 83 DAK with bail but I don't have that sort of money :D
Just speculating, shouldn't the Outrider be allowed model given it's use by Malaysian forces??
Post by: Barry Rowland on November 24, 2021, 04:19:33 AM
Post by: Nix on December 10, 2021, 06:09:09 PM
Just speculating, shouldn't the Outrider be allowed model given it's use by Malaysian forces??
I suppose so. Provided that there is solid evidence that Outriders are issued to Malaysian forces. :tu:
Post by: Nix on December 10, 2021, 06:09:25 PM
Would the RAF 111 Hunter knife qualify?
Yes, indeed so.
Post by: Nix on December 10, 2021, 06:14:53 PM
Knowing we have to stick to one for 90 days is the hard part, now that’s a challenge :think:
Yes. I confess I've got a slight dread of using the serrated 111mm Soldier knife for 90 days. I think the longest I've ever carried a serrated knife was on a three day kayak trip. And I was perfectly happy to get back to me plain edged knives.
Post by: Estefan on December 17, 2021, 06:10:02 PM
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Post by: Nix on December 17, 2021, 06:47:18 PM
Whats happend, the German Soldiers drinking Wine in the Field and the others no ::)
I expect that's right..... :rofl:
Post by: Estefan on December 18, 2021, 06:20:33 AM
I expect that's right..... :rofl:
LOL ..... i am sure that they can better drink than fight ;-)
Post by: Nix on December 20, 2021, 02:33:44 PM
I'll spend a bit of time to day re-relocating it....one hope's...... :ahhh
Post by: Barry Rowland on December 20, 2021, 04:36:03 PM
Post by: McStitchy on December 20, 2021, 05:07:27 PM
Hmmmm.... I seem to havelostrelocated my current issue Soldier..... :ahhh
I'll spend a bit of time to day re-relocating it....one hope's...... :ahhh
:ahhh
Post by: Lemonizer on December 20, 2021, 06:03:15 PM
Choices choices…a good problem to have
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That's an acceptable problem I would say :drool:
Really nice collection ! I'm tempted to add one on my wish list now :P
Post by: Echotech on December 20, 2021, 08:32:22 PM
That's an acceptable problem I would say :drool:Thanks Lemonizer :tu: :hatsoff:
Really nice collection ! I'm tempted to add one on my wish list now :P
Post by: Nix on December 20, 2021, 08:48:12 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/CvRbmQf.jpg)
Found the Soldier in the basement trying to chat up a sexy Buck 110. Typical.
Post by: McStitchy on December 20, 2021, 09:57:20 PM
:rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on December 20, 2021, 11:13:26 PM
Found!
(https://i.imgur.com/CvRbmQf.jpg)
Found the Soldier in the basement trying to chat up a sexy Buck 110. Typical.
Post by: Farmer X on December 28, 2021, 10:23:47 PM
Post by: Echotech on December 28, 2021, 11:32:46 PM
I might be in. I have a couple of Pioneers that I carry, but 90 days is a heckuva commitment. Perhaps y'awl can goad me into making it a solid "yes?"Think how good it’ll feel to be awarded MTo’s first 90 day badge FX and for carrying an out and out classic like the pioneer…time to vote Yes good Sir
Post by: Nix on December 30, 2021, 10:48:27 PM
Post by: Farmer X on December 31, 2021, 07:04:41 PM
Post by: Nix on December 31, 2021, 08:01:16 PM
Still mulling it over, but being slowly pulled in.
It's the call of duty...... :SAKnight:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on December 31, 2021, 08:53:55 PM
This will be my first challenge with a Wenger and without scissors!
(And also will be a perfect excuse to put in use that beautifull knife! )
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Post by: Nix on December 31, 2021, 09:57:55 PM
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
016: RF52
017: Ron Who
018: Santos
019: FarmerX
Post by: McStitchy on December 31, 2021, 10:37:46 PM
SI ready for duty.
This will be my first challenge with a Wenger and without scissors!
(And also will be a perfect excuse to put in use that beautifull knife! )
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:like:
I'll be using a 93mm model as well.
Post by: McStitchy on December 31, 2021, 10:42:56 PM
Still mulling it over, but being slowly pulled in.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on December 31, 2021, 11:33:26 PM
:like:
I'll be using a 93mm model as well.
Post by: McStitchy on December 31, 2021, 11:36:57 PM
Post by: Farmer X on January 01, 2022, 02:24:30 AM
019: FarmerXOkay, I'm in. Now the only question is: will I be carrying a fairly new black Pioneer, or its older silver brother?
Post by: Nix on January 01, 2022, 03:02:39 AM
Okay, I'm in. Now the only question is: will I be carrying a fairly new black Pioneer, or its older silver brother?
Rough one.
I think I'd go with the SI, honor due, but it's your choice to make.....
Post by: zoidberg on January 01, 2022, 09:01:24 AM
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Post by: Santos on January 01, 2022, 11:26:23 AM
Found one, it arrived NYE :mail: but I didn't know so First of January scouting ahead of Launch Day.
83 Victorinox Soldier (:woohoo:)
Added a 300lb braided fishing line for the fob.
Post by: McStitchy on January 01, 2022, 01:02:41 PM
Post by: SubMY on January 01, 2022, 01:25:55 PM
:salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/7tQSuZw.jpeg)
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on January 01, 2022, 01:57:07 PM
Post by: Nix on January 01, 2022, 03:04:28 PM
Hold your horses, SubMY - D-day is 31 Jan 2022! I refer you to standing orders on page 1. :cheers:
Quite right. From now through 30 January, awl
( we're starting on 31 Jan so we can finish up after 90 days on 30 April. ;) )
Post by: McStitchy on January 01, 2022, 03:11:56 PM
Alright here we go, Day One here in wonderful Eastern Europe.
:salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/7tQSuZw.jpeg)
Cool pic :like:
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 01, 2022, 03:24:35 PM
Post by: Nix on January 01, 2022, 03:36:12 PM
It just occurred to me that the Swisstool is issued around the world. Would that be acceptable?
Soldier up!
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No Swisstools. This is a Swiss Army Knife challenge designed to test and honor the original SAK and the Soldier model.
No quibbling! Now drop and give me ten.
Post by: Nix on January 01, 2022, 03:37:00 PM
Cool pic :like:
:iagree: Looks cold and wet. That is the Army way! :like:
Post by: Adam5 on January 01, 2022, 03:45:02 PM
Soldier up!
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No Swisstools. This is a Swiss Army Knife challenge designed to test and honor the original SAK and the Soldier model.
No quibbling! Now drop and give me ten.
:rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 01, 2022, 04:24:04 PM
Post by: McStitchy on January 01, 2022, 04:30:32 PM
It just occurred to me that the Swisstool is issued around the world. Would that be acceptable?
(https://i.imgur.com/1tMpDXZ.gif)
Post by: Nix on January 01, 2022, 04:38:48 PM
:viking:
Post by: Lemonizer on January 01, 2022, 05:15:35 PM
Post by: Nix on January 01, 2022, 05:37:23 PM
Is there any alox soldier with the '93 year stamp ? :think:
Yes, there should be!
A quick look on evil bay revealed this tired old Soldier for sale:
(https://i.imgur.com/jlts5f6.png)
Post by: Nix on January 01, 2022, 05:39:00 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/dN5ns9C.jpg)
Post by: Lemonizer on January 01, 2022, 05:47:26 PM
I'm adding it to the list then, that would make a nice birthday SAK ! :cheers:
Post by: Nix on January 01, 2022, 06:01:43 PM
Post by: Farmer X on January 01, 2022, 06:50:59 PM
Added a 300lb braided fishing line for the fob.It never would have occurred to me to use fishing line for a fob...probably because I don't fish for anything that would necessitate its use. Cool idea!
Today I'm warming up by carrying my birth-year SAK.:like: I'll have a birth year SAK eventually. I'm neither able nor willing to shell out north of $100 for one right now.
Post by: McStitchy on January 01, 2022, 07:07:02 PM
For the actual challenge I'll be carrying a 2008 Victorinox 111mm Soldier, but today I'm warming up by carrying my birth-year SAK:
(https://i.imgur.com/dN5ns9C.jpg)
:dd:
Post by: Nix on January 01, 2022, 07:12:02 PM
:like: I'll have a birth year SAK eventually. I'm neither able nor willing to shell out north of $100 for one right now.
It's a fun SAK to have, but they sure have become pricey these days. :dwts:
Post by: Santos on January 01, 2022, 09:36:56 PM
It never would have occurred to me to use fishing line for a fob...probably because I don't fish for anything that would necessitate its use. Cool idea!
Way too thick. I have it as super-strong survival twine, about $5-10 including china posted for 100m. It is much more compact than 550 paracord.
Also, use the 6lb-10lb stuff as sewing thread
Post by: Nix on January 07, 2022, 12:11:46 AM
Post by: McStitchy on January 07, 2022, 01:19:19 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 07, 2022, 01:24:41 AM
Post by: Echotech on January 07, 2022, 02:10:15 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on January 07, 2022, 03:15:58 PM
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Post by: RF52 on January 07, 2022, 05:35:54 PM
Had to test the saw to get rid of a lot of burrs on it.
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Post by: Nix on January 07, 2022, 06:42:12 PM
Post by: Santos on January 08, 2022, 03:31:59 AM
And have fun!(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EYdVxJmX0AEy98j?format=jpg&name=small)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on January 08, 2022, 04:23:09 AM
Post by: Nix on January 08, 2022, 09:06:24 PM
Post by: McStitchy on January 08, 2022, 09:45:17 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on January 10, 2022, 02:18:49 AM
In the shell handed by the smilling soldier (the guy is certainly having fun with the joke!) is writen in a rough translation " the snake is smoking"
(The snake will smoke was the motto of the Brazilian Expeditionary Force in WW2)
By early 1943 a popular saying was: "It's more likely for a snake to smoke a pipe than for the BEF to go the front and fight." Before the BEF entered combat, the expression "a cobra vai fumar" ("the snake will smoke") was often used in Brazil in a context similar to "when pigs fly";
After the war the meaning was reversed, signifying that something will definitively happen and in a furious and aggressive way. With that second meaning the use of the expression "a cobra vai fumar" has been retained in Brazilian Portuguese until the present.
Note the soldier's shouder patch. It's the Smoking Snake
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Post by: Santos on January 10, 2022, 03:45:14 AM
Post by: Farmer X on January 10, 2022, 03:50:44 AM
Note the soldier's shouder patch.That is one cool patch!
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 10, 2022, 04:59:13 AM
Post by: Nix on January 10, 2022, 03:42:15 PM
Santos got the reference!
I've read a bit about the BEF. They helped drive up the Italian peninsula and were involved in some heavy and grueling mountain fighting. They were some tough lads!
Post by: Ron Who on January 20, 2022, 06:08:52 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 20, 2022, 07:22:00 PM
Post by: Nix on January 20, 2022, 11:45:01 PM
Post by: Nix on January 20, 2022, 11:47:45 PM
I wonder if there is a way to incorporate the smoking cobra into the challenge badge....... :think: ....or a magnet...... :ahhh
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 21, 2022, 01:09:37 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on January 21, 2022, 01:44:24 AM
Indeed! They did a good job.
I've read a bit about the BEF. They helped drive up the Italian peninsula and were involved in some heavy and grueling mountain fighting. They were some tough lads!
My great uncle was a BEF member (FEB, Força Expedicionária Brasileira, in portuguese).
I played a lot with his helmet. His badge was together with his army portrait in his room. And I heard some histories that he told for me and my father.
The old man was very proud of his time.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on January 21, 2022, 01:56:36 AM
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I wonder if there is a way to incorporate the smoking cobra into the challenge badge....... :think: ....or a magnet...... :ahhh
Or change our avatar to a meaningfull soldier's badge for us during the challenge.
(Army, air force, navy, marines)
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Post by: McStitchy on January 21, 2022, 08:41:49 AM
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I wonder if there is a way to incorporate the smoking cobra into the challenge badge....... :think: ....or a magnet...... :ahhh
Wouldn't mind if someone does :like:
Post by: Nix on January 21, 2022, 01:37:43 PM
Or change our avatar to a meaningfull soldier's badge for us during the challenge.
(Army, air force, navy, marines)
:like: :tu:
Post by: Nix on January 21, 2022, 07:53:34 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on January 21, 2022, 08:06:48 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/qrgfP1U.png)
I thought we were running from D-Day through to D+89? Or is pedant's corner the first unannounced challenge? :D
Post by: Nix on January 21, 2022, 08:39:26 PM
I thought we were running from D-Day through to D+89? Or is pedant's corner the first unannounced challenge? :D
You, Sir, are correct. The challenge runs D-day through D+89.
However, mission No.1 will conclude D+90 due to complications incurred by the international date line and me own laziness.
Details to follow.
:salute:
Post by: McStitchy on January 21, 2022, 08:58:03 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on January 21, 2022, 09:00:25 PM
You, Sir, are correct. The challenge runs D-day through D+89.
However, mission No.1 will conclude D+90 due to complications incurred by the international date line and me own laziness.
Details to follow.
:salute:
In that case, I await further details with eager anticipation. :salute:
Post by: Nix on January 21, 2022, 09:25:56 PM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
016: RF52
017: Ron Who
018: Santos
019: FarmerX
Post by: Santos on January 22, 2022, 12:30:49 AM
You, Sir, are correct. The challenge runs D-day through D+89.
However, mission No.1 will conclude D+90 due to complications incurred by the international date line and me own laziness.
Details to follow.
:salute:
Probably also worth noting us people deployed in the Pacific Theatre will kick off operations up to +12hrs ahead of European D-Day... a welcome diversion I hope.
Post by: Nix on January 22, 2022, 01:13:52 AM
Post by: Nix on January 22, 2022, 09:01:54 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/EppAJUC.png)
Post by: Echotech on January 22, 2022, 11:03:34 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 23, 2022, 12:24:05 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on January 23, 2022, 10:11:33 AM
Post by: GearedForwards on January 23, 2022, 11:06:37 AM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on January 25, 2022, 06:47:01 PM
Post by: Nix on January 26, 2022, 01:00:44 AM
Post by: Echotech on January 26, 2022, 04:19:40 AM
Definitely looking forward to this one, but.....it is starting to sounds long.... :ahhhFirst challenge that’ll incorporate a change of seasons :think:
Definitely one to choose wisely at the start, all soldier knives are good thankfully but the length of this one is the big deciding factor for me
Post by: Sos24 on January 26, 2022, 07:12:07 AM
It is difficult enough for me to survive a 30 day challenge without a good pair of scissors, I don’t think I could survive 90 days.
Post by: Santos on January 26, 2022, 11:05:29 AM
Salute to all you who are accepting this challenge, you are much braver than I.
It is difficult enough for me to survive a 30 day challenge without a good pair of scissors, I don’t think I could survive 90 days.
You have 4 days to pick up an outrider :pok:
Post by: Sos24 on January 26, 2022, 12:53:12 PM
You have 4 days to pick up an outrider :pok:
You have 4 days to pick up an outrider :pok:I have an Outrider, but I wouldn’t think that would count because it is not a soldier model.
Along the same line, even though Pioneer models are acceptable, I would not think a Pioneer X counts.
Post by: Nix on January 26, 2022, 03:13:29 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on January 26, 2022, 03:56:53 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on January 26, 2022, 07:29:46 PM
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Post by: Nix on January 26, 2022, 10:07:47 PM
Post by: McStitchy on January 26, 2022, 11:20:37 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 26, 2022, 11:37:47 PM
Post by: Myron on January 27, 2022, 12:14:25 AM
Post by: McStitchy on January 27, 2022, 12:34:03 AM
Post by: Santos on January 27, 2022, 02:43:56 AM
I have an Outrider, but I wouldn’t think that would count because it is not a soldier model.
Along the same line, even though Pioneer models are acceptable, I would not think a Pioneer X counts.
:pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok:
(https://www.sakwiki.com/show_image.php?id=3728&scalesize=0&nocount=y)
On a more serious note don't think there is fine print stating keychain civilian classics must be stowed during deployment?? :think:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on January 27, 2022, 03:14:32 AM
Hevy, I think you'll have to give that bayonet back to the ordnance depot for the time of the challenge :dunno:Thanks for the tip. I was almost forgeting. Better avoid problem with the ordnance depot personel.
But it's a soo nice bayonet...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220127/0f07c1db002d5bb870ca1853a64053df.jpg)
(Side note: The monument is located in my city, dedicated to our heroes from 1932.
My great grand father fought in it.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constitutionalist_Revolution)
Post by: McStitchy on January 27, 2022, 08:48:19 AM
Thanks for the tip. I was almost forgeting. Better avoid problem with the ordnance depot personel.
But it's a soo nice bayonet...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220127/0f07c1db002d5bb870ca1853a64053df.jpg)
(Side note: The monument is located in my city, dedicated to our heroes from 1932.
My great grand father fought in it.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Constitutionalist_Revolution)
Very good Sir :salute:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on January 27, 2022, 08:35:26 PM
is anyone else excited and nervous? :D
I'm starting to think I've taken leave of my senses...
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on January 27, 2022, 09:50:38 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 28, 2022, 02:46:29 PM
Post by: Explorer on January 28, 2022, 07:38:01 PM
Post by: Nix on January 28, 2022, 10:06:17 PM
On a more serious note don't think there is fine print stating keychain civilian classics must be stowed during deployment?? :think:
Well, you can keep other tools at hand, especially for work or safety and health. The challenge SAK should be the primary tool--adapt, improvise, overcome! But, if you end up using a secondary tool, you are supposed to report why your Soldier SAK wasn't up to the task. :tu:
Post by: Nix on January 28, 2022, 10:07:02 PM
I bought a brand new year 2021 Model 2008 for the challenge and will be ready to go on Monday!
:like:
Post by: Nix on January 28, 2022, 10:08:09 PM
Somebody recently gifted me a pioneer- just saw that you can use one for this challenge. never done a challenge before but was thinking this might be ambitious to try as a first challenge. :think:
If you complete this challenge, every other challenge will seem like a piece of cake. Why not give it a try? :dunno:
Post by: Santos on January 28, 2022, 10:48:50 PM
Somebody recently gifted me a pioneer- just saw that you can use one for this challenge. never done a challenge before but was thinking this might be ambitious to try as a first challenge. :think:
The punishment for failing this challenge is... failing the challenge.
Post by: Santos on January 28, 2022, 10:51:16 PM
Well, you can keep other tools at hand, especially for work or safety and health. The challenge SAK should be the primary tool--adapt, improvise, overcome! But, if you end up using a secondary tool, you are supposed to report why your Soldier SAK wasn't up to the task. :tu:
Sim Capitão!
(Grumbles under his breath in portuguese about 90 days, fingernails and hygiene regulations)
Post by: Nix on January 28, 2022, 11:54:34 PM
Sim Capitão!
(Grumbles under his breath in portuguese about 90 days, fingernails and hygiene regulations)
Still allowed a personal toothbrush....
(https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fthumbs-prod.si-cdn.com%2FhfzXwX_cOjicduZmLnrrrs7BrNI%3D%2Ffit-in%2F1072x0%2Fhttps%3A%2F%2Fpublic-media.si-cdn.com%2Ffiler%2F4d%2Fa3%2F4da39d7c-4f1d-48d8-85a9-48c4d67ff4f0%2Ffb002_exh-fb-32.jpg&f=1&nofb=1)
(https://i.imgur.com/VSkmxVD.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/pV75Nh8.png)
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 29, 2022, 02:03:25 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on January 29, 2022, 03:11:22 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on January 29, 2022, 05:56:02 AM
Sim Capitão!:rofl:
(Grumbles under his breath in portuguese about 90 days, fingernails and hygiene regulations)
Post by: SubMY on January 29, 2022, 12:30:05 PM
Post by: Nix on January 29, 2022, 02:19:35 PM
:salute: on a side note why is that emoji saluting with his left hand??
Ahhh....well..... We don't like to dwell on Vic saw-blade usage accidents here, but, if you look closely, poor ol' emo only has one arm. Doesn't stop him from showing the proper respect though. He's one who just keeps soldiering on. :D
Post by: McStitchy on January 29, 2022, 03:49:31 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 29, 2022, 03:53:18 PM
Post by: Nix on January 29, 2022, 05:40:11 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 29, 2022, 05:41:18 PM
Post by: Farmer X on January 29, 2022, 06:38:21 PM
Ahhh....well.....Maybe his right arm is injured in such a way that he can't salute right-handed? In that instance, saluting with the left hand is permissible (at least in the U.S. Navy).
Post by: Nix on January 29, 2022, 08:00:23 PM
Maybe his right arm is injured in such a way that he can't salute right-handed? In that instance, saluting with the left hand is permissible (at least in the U.S. Navy).
Injured? My good Sir, look more closely; it's clean off!
Again, we don't like to belabor the subject of self-inflicted saw wounds, but if your challenge SAK, like mine, has a saw blade, consider this a cautionary tale.
Post by: Nix on January 29, 2022, 08:52:41 PM
For the month of January I've been carrying my BYSAK. It has done well, although, full confession, there have been a few instances where I used my treasured Classic's scissors for a delicate task or two. Awl in awl, the SI makes a fine, fine EDC. I doubt this is news to any SAK knight in good standing.
I particularly enjoyed having the in-line awl in my pocket. Today (above) the in-line was helpful in breaking down some recyclables, but I seem to reach for that awl for awl sorts o' stuff. I expect the 2008 backside awl will be used over the course of the Soldier On! challenge, but I awl-so suspect I'll miss the in-line version a bit....
Tomorrow, D-1, I'll switch to the 2008. :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on January 29, 2022, 09:05:15 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/CML4lst.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/n3paisX.gif)
Post by: Santos on January 29, 2022, 09:08:47 PM
For Pacific Deployment starts in 15hrs. (Sooner if you are in NZ!)
(https://blog.marinersmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/E-14256-1200x1494.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on January 29, 2022, 09:11:01 PM
Post by: McStitchy on January 29, 2022, 09:11:48 PM
Drink your milk Soldiers!
For Pacific Deployment starts in 15hrs. (Sooner if you are in NZ!)
(https://blog.marinersmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/E-14256-1200x1494.jpg)
Good advice sir !
Post by: Nix on January 29, 2022, 09:21:01 PM
Drink your milk Soldiers!
For Pacific Deployment starts in 15hrs. (Sooner if you are in NZ!)
(https://i.imgur.com/OVeVAy1.jpg)
Post by: petey.grizz on January 29, 2022, 09:33:33 PM
Post by: Echotech on January 29, 2022, 09:41:33 PM
1937 Wenger Reporting for Duty. :hatsoff:Superb petey will look forward to seeing this beauty throughout the challenge :hatsoff:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on January 29, 2022, 09:42:53 PM
Drink your milk Soldiers!Nice pic Santos! Have a nice start!
For Pacific Deployment starts in 15hrs. (Sooner if you are in NZ!)
(https://blog.marinersmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/E-14256-1200x1494.jpg)
A cobra vai fumar (E senta a pua!)
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Post by: Nix on January 29, 2022, 10:27:50 PM
1937 Wenger Reporting for Duty. :hatsoff:
Outstanding! :salute:
Post by: GA1dad on January 29, 2022, 10:28:03 PM
Post by: Nix on January 29, 2022, 10:28:34 PM
Talking about injuries, I think I'll choose a "fully recovered and ready for duty again" model '61 Soldier :think:
Is that you grandfather's BYSAK? :think:
Post by: Nix on January 29, 2022, 10:30:45 PM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
016: RF52
017: Ron Who
018: Santos
019: FarmerX
020: petey.grizz
Post by: Farmer X on January 30, 2022, 01:57:39 AM
1937 Wenger Reporting for Duty.:tu: That's one sweet SAK. I'd be scared smurfless to carry it!
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 03:13:44 AM
Is that you grandfather's BYSAK? :think:
Sorry for any confusion, I mean a 1961 model Soldier.
This one here, it went to Ibach for a Knife blade and awl layer replacement. The new knife blade has no year stamp but does have that wider belly, so it's not a Pinoneer blade.
Echotech helped me to narrow down the original date to 1962 or 1964.
(https://i.imgur.com/BHU7vCo.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nKBmiH9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/bseff4V.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZcXkBg8.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZrHiXzO.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 03:15:15 AM
1937 Wenger Reporting for Duty. :hatsoff:
Beatiful :dd:
Post by: petey.grizz on January 30, 2022, 03:52:17 AM
:tu: That's one sweet SAK. I'd be scared smurfless to carry it!
Thanks, but I have an advantage over the enemy. Temporarily in a wheelchair so I won’t be going far. I will be keeping up with the daily posts though and I do have plenty of things to do with it around the house.
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 05:18:50 AM
This one here, it went to Ibach for a Knife blade and awl layer replacement.
A beauty! :like:
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 05:19:55 AM
Thanks, but I have an advantage over the enemy. Temporarily in a wheelchair so I won’t be going far. I will be keeping up with the daily posts though and I do have plenty of things to do with it around the house.
Sorry to hear about the wheelchair situation, but I'm looking forward to seeing the Soldier in action. :tu:
Post by: Echotech on January 30, 2022, 05:33:41 AM
Sorry for any confusion, I mean a 1961 model Soldier.A beauty McS :hatsoff:
This one here, it went to Ibach for a Knife blade and awl layer replacement. The new knife blade has no year stamp but does have that wider belly, so it's not a Pinoneer blade.
Echotech helped me to narrow down the original date to 1962 or 1964.
(https://i.imgur.com/BHU7vCo.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nKBmiH9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/bseff4V.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZcXkBg8.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ZrHiXzO.jpg)
Post by: an0nemus on January 30, 2022, 06:43:41 AM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
016: RF52
017: Ron Who
018: Santos
019: FarmerX
020: petey.grizz
021: an0nemus
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on January 30, 2022, 11:30:34 AM
Great knives, everyone! Well, I’ve conducted rigorous training exercises to select my candidate for the challenge from various iterations of the M61 (by both Victorinox and Wenger, including a full set of BYSAKs) and one M06 (not suitable due to legal reasons, so off to the glasshouse for that one!) and finally settled on M61 Victorinox red scales from 1963, the veteran of the company, though looks almost new some slight scars to the anodising notwithstanding. Here is the final parade, with ‘63 on the bottom left stepping forward to report for a 90-day rigorous tour of duty.
Post by: Echotech on January 30, 2022, 11:43:49 AM
D-1:hatsoff: Good to see your full collection again Rizio, superb choice for the challenge :like: :tu:
Great knives, everyone! Well, I’ve conducted rigorous training exercises to select my candidate for the challenge from various iterations of the M61 (by both Victorinox and Wenger, including a full set of BYSAKs) and one M06 (not suitable due to legal reasons, so off to the glasshouse for that one!) and finally settled on M61 Victorinox red scales from 1963, the veteran of the company, though looks almost new some slight scars to the anodising notwithstanding. Here is the final parade, with ‘63 on the bottom left stepping forward to report for a 90-day rigorous tour of duty.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on January 30, 2022, 11:45:59 AM
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 01:17:32 PM
Sorry to hear about the wheelchair situation, but I'm looking forward to seeing the Soldier in action. :tu:
:iagree:
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 01:18:16 PM
A beauty! :like:
A beauty McS :hatsoff:
Thanks Nix and Echo, it's properly worn in :D
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 01:21:11 PM
Will report for duty, sir! :salute:
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
016: RF52
017: Ron Who
018: Santos
019: FarmerX
020: petey.grizz
021: an0nemus
:2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 01:23:24 PM
D-1
Great knives, everyone! Well, I’ve conducted rigorous training exercises to select my candidate for the challenge from various iterations of the M61 (by both Victorinox and Wenger, including a full set of BYSAKs) and one M06 (not suitable due to legal reasons, so off to the glasshouse for that one!) and finally settled on M61 Victorinox red scales from 1963, the veteran of the company, though looks almost new some slight scars to the anodising notwithstanding. Here is the final parade, with ‘63 on the bottom left stepping forward to report for a 90-day rigorous tour of duty.
Awesome collection Rizzi :dd:
Post by: Fireman on January 30, 2022, 02:31:19 PM
If you complete this challenge, every other challenge will seem like a piece of cake. Why not give it a try? :dunno:
Yo, colonel, what if you take casualties, sir? Will you be calling on short term replacements? You know, 30 Day wonders who don't normally pack the gear to serve in your beloved Corps, but fill the gaps, so to speak. Asking for a friend.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on January 30, 2022, 02:31:49 PM
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 03:14:37 PM
Here is the final parade, with ‘63 on the bottom left stepping forward to report for a 90-day rigorous tour of duty.
Difficult choice, but I think you chose wisely! :tu:
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 03:20:24 PM
Yo, colonel, what if you take casualties, sir? Will you be calling on short term replacements? You know, 30 Day wonders who don't normally pack the gear to serve in your beloved Corps, but fill the gaps, so to speak. Asking for a friend.
This is a tough challenge. I fully expect that we will take some casualties and that our mission effectiveness will wane over time. We few, we happy few, we band of SAK knights are on our own. We can expect no replacements, no resupply. We will soldier on, to the last man, to the last functional SAK blade, or perish in the attempt.
:salute:
Post by: Fireman on January 30, 2022, 04:21:40 PM
This is a tough challenge. I fully expect that we will take some casualties and that our mission effectiveness will wane over time. We few, we happy few, we band of SAK knights are on our own. We can expect no replacements, no resupply. We will soldier on, to the last man, to the last functional SAK blade, or perish in the attempt.
:salute:
Godspeed, gentlemen. :salute:
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 30, 2022, 05:20:52 PM
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 05:54:39 PM
My '08 is reasonably sharp, but I can already see, in cutting some paper, that the serrations will require some adjustment on my part.
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 06:50:09 PM
Cheers, McStitchy! Love the look of the scales on your one - very cool! :cheers:
:hatsoff:
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 06:53:16 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/ucKhnbn.png)
My '08 is reasonably sharp, but I can already see, in cutting some paper, that the serrations will require some adjustment on my part.
I don't see how an adjustment on "your part" would have any affect on your '08s serrations :dunno:
Post by: Appleandrew on January 30, 2022, 07:09:45 PM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
016: RF52
017: Ron Who
018: Santos
019: FarmerX
020: petey.grizz
021: an0nemus
022: Appleandrew
Sir Sir!
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on January 30, 2022, 07:13:28 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on January 30, 2022, 07:17:08 PM
Day minus one. Two beers- Chin chin!!
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 07:17:54 PM
I don't see how an adjustment on "your part" would have any affect on your '08s serrations :dunno:
It is my hope that I'll learn to use the serrations better....and come to some sort of appreciation for them. Hope..... :dunno:
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 07:23:39 PM
The roster is filling out nicely. We could even consider ourselves to be a Platoon now. :D
Once we hit the beaches on D-Day, the roster will be closed and it is Charlie Mike time. :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 07:52:20 PM
It is my hope that I'll learn to use the serrations better....and come to some sort of appreciation for them. Hope..... :dunno:
It'll be interesting to see how you and all other '08 equipped comrades will get on with the serrations.
I guess some re-sharpening will be required within 90 days of usage.
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 08:01:16 PM
Post by: petey.grizz on January 30, 2022, 08:09:01 PM
As there is about a foot of snow outside I am hunkered in the bunker preparing for the long battle before us. Have the old girl a fresh edge and lube. May do some others while I’m at it, don’t tell the CO. :wink:
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 08:49:29 PM
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 08:50:04 PM
D-1
As there is about a foot of snow outside I am hunkered in the bunker preparing for the long battle before us. Have the old girl a fresh edge and lube. May do some others while I’m at it, don’t tell the CO. :wink:
:2tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 30, 2022, 08:53:59 PM
Post by: petey.grizz on January 30, 2022, 08:56:42 PM
I thought I'd try something different and go the 108 route.... Sergeant Rowland reporting sir!
I am trying to find one of those for myself but all I see are the modern reproductions.
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 08:57:23 PM
I thought I'd try something different and go the 108 route.... Sergeant Rowland reporting sir!
:like: :D
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on January 30, 2022, 09:15:58 PM
Post by: RF52 on January 30, 2022, 09:26:37 PM
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Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 10:06:22 PM
I'M IN! Hopefully not to late to enter! Will post a picture of my 92 soldier when I get home tonight!
Just in time…. :D
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 10:10:10 PM
001: Nix
002: Echotech
003: McStitchy
004: NutSAK
005: Myron
006: ReamerPunch
007: Comis
008: Barry Rowland
009: Deathtakeslast
010: SubMY (operational conditions permitting)
011: Rizio Il Ghiro
012: Hevy
013: trichosirius
014: MichaelGT83
015: HARM, aka Humayd A R Mahomedy
016: RF52
017: Ron Who
018: Santos
019: FarmerX
020: petey.grizz
021: an0nemus
022: Appleandrew
023: ATSP
Post by: MichaelGT83 on January 30, 2022, 10:38:47 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/d2yZz2O.jpg)
Post by: Nix on January 30, 2022, 10:45:50 PM
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 11:25:57 PM
I thought I'd try something different and go the 108 route.... Sergeant Rowland reporting sir!
Ba careful on the Sonora Pass Sergant. There were a few "campers" spotted by our reconnaissance group :pok:
Post by: McStitchy on January 30, 2022, 11:27:23 PM
The 1996 deployment gets the nod and is ready to roll after a touch-up (awl included) and a drop of oil.
(https://i.imgur.com/d2yZz2O.jpg)
:like:
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 31, 2022, 12:16:45 AM
Ba careful on the Sonora Pass Sergant. There were a few "campers" spotted by our reconnaissance group :pok:
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 31, 2022, 12:19:22 AM
I am trying to find one of those for myself but all I see are the modern reproductions.It's a rough one Petey. I found it in a box of old knives at an air show awhile ago. I cleaned it up and put it away. I've been meaning to put it to use. It's definitely the kind of knife that you aren't afraid to use!
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on January 31, 2022, 01:50:27 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220131/a11ec7f2076139e70b6fd6db273ac961.jpg)
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Post by: an0nemus on January 31, 2022, 05:44:54 AM
Thanks for the welcome, sir Nix! I have two Soldiers. a 70 and this one. I chose this one as I will need as many tools as it has in the next 3 months. And you're right, the serrated blade will be a challenge for fine slicing
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220131/e83d27f10ea24070468df2c61d0d19bb.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 31, 2022, 06:17:19 AM
Post by: Santos on January 31, 2022, 08:25:10 AM
ThirtyOne
Opening up Valencia Rations, sweet citrus flavour. :D
"A COBRA ESTA FUMANDO" :rofl:
Post by: Santos on January 31, 2022, 08:56:51 AM
D1 - apple snack
And you're right, the serrated blade will be a challenge for fine slicing
Field Modifications with a grinding wheel :pok:
Post by: Echotech on January 31, 2022, 09:24:52 AM
1. What’s that?
2. Oh Smurf not another new challenge
3. So you’re going with the mod 2008, the one you’ve only got one of as opposed to the mod 1908, 51 or 61 of which you have, well let’s say more than one :whistle: of course you are :twak: (shakes head)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220131/4b0047e78b1e022a4883c765ea0957c9.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220131/a2da94a57b8d048046ff0e2a4b78d4a2.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220131/b9129cf7d1d2cc3ad38657529e3b59d6.jpg)
Post by: Santos on January 31, 2022, 09:40:05 AM
Post by: Echotech on January 31, 2022, 09:57:11 AM
Post by: zoidberg on January 31, 2022, 10:38:57 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on January 31, 2022, 10:45:45 AM
Great start guys! Surprise DHL delivery first thing (for some reason I assumed postie would be delivering this later today… :facepalm:) and opening duty for the awlsome awl - my PX Thunder Grey has finally arrived!
Post by: ReamerPunch on January 31, 2022, 12:06:56 PM
Got stuff!
(https://i.imgur.com/YrpNrPg.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8o135vJ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/kviHQnq.jpg)
Post by: Santos on January 31, 2022, 12:22:25 PM
Post by: SubMY on January 31, 2022, 12:51:10 PM
Here we go, let see how long I'll remember to take a picture.
Nothing to report for today, we're pretty well snowed in over here, probably around 8 inches of snow in the last 24hrs. Part of me wishes I'd bought that 08 that I say in the store yesterday when I was out in town.
Post by: Ron Who on January 31, 2022, 01:17:56 PM
Not much to do, it´s a stormy day with lots of rain.
But the GAK and toothbrush are ready!
Post by: Barry Rowland on January 31, 2022, 02:23:30 PM
Post by: Ron Who on January 31, 2022, 02:31:01 PM
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 03:02:30 PM
Field Modifications with a grinding wheel :pok:
Don't tempt me...... :rofl:
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 03:07:05 PM
It is most gratifying to see that the lead elements know their jobs and have started to move out smartly! :salute:
Post by: Santos on January 31, 2022, 03:36:04 PM
Don't tempt me...... :rofl:
:pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok: :pok:
Post by: comis on January 31, 2022, 04:55:13 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/BOUTldA.jpg)
Wenger Original Issue report for duty while posing next to my online meeting gears, I have always wanted to carry this gem more often and there is no better chance than trying it in Solider On! :salute:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on January 31, 2022, 05:45:57 PM
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51853662311_b8ced5101c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n18zfx)20220131_100607 (https://flic.kr/p/2n18zfx) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
my "soldier" is a parts pioneer,left over from my farmer X build a few years ago.
maybe it's a mercenary then? :D
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on January 31, 2022, 07:11:10 PM
First day of deployment. Morale is high despite heavy rain and workload.
Wenger SI ready for action(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220131/a28802f0170a6369e5cf39d56d041043.jpg)
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Post by: Appleandrew on January 31, 2022, 07:14:26 PM
Quote
Day 1. D-Day
Catpain Andrew reporting for duty sir…. Slightly tipsy!
(Tired and emotional)
Post by: Adam5 on January 31, 2022, 07:22:18 PM
D1
1. What’s that?
2. Oh Smurf not another new challenge
3. So you’re going with the mod 2008, the one you’ve only got one of as opposed to the mod 1908, 51 or 61 of which you have, well let’s say more than one :whistle: of course you are :twak: (shakes head)
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:rofl: :rofl:
Post by: petey.grizz on January 31, 2022, 07:49:28 PM
Today I cut up some chocolate as a reward for the hard work of my support team Minnie and Geri, aka my pet mice. Sadly I must report a civilian casualty, a broken backspring on my Golfer. Will be using the awl soon as a center punch to keep the bit from walking when I drill out the pins for repair. I will build it better, as a Caddy Jack. Haven’t broken the news to the walker yet of it’s impending sacrifice.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on January 31, 2022, 07:54:31 PM
We're on the move. Operations have commenced.
Firstly, the avatar change. I've got no military experience or allegiance but felt like I should enter into the spirit of things. My Great Uncle was killed in action at Anzio serving in the Navy during WWII but that didn't seem suitable for this. The only other thing I thought of was the Flying Hellfish from The Simpsons, but that seemed like a bit of a mickey take. So I thought I'd go along with the closest I've personally been to anything militaryesque and the source of my own SAK love and outdoor training - Scouting. Be Prepared is certainly a suitable motto for the next 90 days.
Two main operations today - firstly, cutting up dinner to a managable size and then, once home, opening up a delivery.
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Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 07:59:40 PM
But the GAK and toothbrush are ready!
Excellent!
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 08:02:14 PM
Catpain Andrew reporting for duty sir…. Slightly tipsy!
Tipsy? You think this outfit is part of the Territorials?
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 08:02:50 PM
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 08:20:31 PM
Now that operations have commenced, and the roster is closed, high command has authorized the release of the official campaign plan.
As earlier Warning Orders have suggested, there will be at least six (6) missions during this challenge. Additional missions may be added as conditions require....or I think 'em up.
Participants may accept or refuse missions as desired, they are strictly voluntary, just for some fun, and are not requisite for completing the Soldier On! challenge.
However…..
Those who complete the Soldier On! challenge and at least one mission will be eligible to enter a random drawing to win a black anodized 2008 U.S. Soldier.
(https://i.imgur.com/TFBxwKY.jpg)
And, for each mission completed, participants gain an additional entry into winning the above SAK. One mission completed provides one entry; six missions completed earns six entries. So, aside from just having a bit of fun along the way, there’s your motivation to complete the missions. (And some missions will be very simple.) Additionally, each mission will have its own small prize, so there’s a bit of extra incentive to volunteer….heheheheh….
I’ll post up the first mission shortly…….
Post by: McStitchy on January 31, 2022, 08:35:00 PM
:ahhh
That's a beatiful '08 Nix :like:
Post by: McStitchy on January 31, 2022, 08:41:53 PM
D 01
The big flat sturdy bottle opener end helped getting access to some mission important supplies :salute:
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on January 31, 2022, 09:00:31 PM
Campaign Plan
Now that operations have commenced, and the roster is closed, high command has authorized the release of the official campaign plan.
As earlier Warning Orders have suggested, there will be at least six (6) missions during this challenge. Additional missions may be added as conditions require....or I think 'em up.
Participants may accept or refuse missions as desired, they are strictly voluntary, just for some fun, and are not requisite for completing the Soldier On! challenge.
However…..
Those who complete the Soldier On! challenge and at least one mission will be eligible to enter a random drawing to win a black anodized 2008 U.S. Soldier.
(https://i.imgur.com/TFBxwKY.jpg)
And, for each mission completed, participants gain an additional entry into winning the above SAK. One mission completed provides one entry; six missions completed earns six entries. So, aside from just having a bit of fun along the way, there’s your motivation to complete the missions. (And some missions will be very simple.) Additionally, each mission will have its own small prize, so there’s a bit of extra incentive to volunteer….heheheheh….
I’ll post up the first mission shortly…….
Superb!
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 09:06:32 PM
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 09:08:40 PM
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Fields of Battle, by John Keegan: Many of you are probably familiar with John Keegan. He’s a remarkable military historian and wonderful writer. This particular book, which I haven’t finished quite yet, has a title that bears little semblance to the content. The book focuses of the role of forts and fortifications in North America, 'fields' not so much. And I use the word ‘focuses’ in a loose way. Fields of Battle is part autobiography, part memoir, part travelogue, and part military history. It makes for a great casual read if you are looking for a rambling book with military history as background.
The Complete Roman Army, by Adrian Goldsworthy: This will be my first book by Goldsworthy, but I understand he is one of the better writers when it comes to the history of the Roman empire. I went with the Complete Roman Army because who wants to read the partial Roman army? Assuming I finish it by the end of the challenge, I’ll give a quick synopsis, probably something like this, “They cam, they saw, they planted grapes and built roads.” Given the thickness of the book, there are probably a few details Goldsworthy fills in…..
Note: this is an international platoon. There is no need to read a book in English. Read whatever book you want, but it does have to be a non-fiction book that deals with some element of military history. And you have to finish it by challenge end.
Post by: RF52 on January 31, 2022, 09:08:52 PM
Great start everyone :salute:
That 08 Nix :drool:
I'll try to be more active in this challenge but the tech is working against me :dunno:
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 09:15:38 PM
I'll try to be more active in this challenge but the tech is working against me :dunno:
Glad you are in it! :tu:
Love the lanyard you made for your '08. :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on January 31, 2022, 10:29:44 PM
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I'm sorry Sir. I'll have to pass on the first mission. I never read a military history book nor do I own one.
Good luck to the rest of the patrol :salute:
Post by: Jmoita on January 31, 2022, 11:04:00 PM
Here’s my Read On! challenge entry:
Fields of Battle, by John Keegan: Many of you are probably familiar with John Keegan. He’s a remarkable military historian and wonderful writer. This particular book, which I haven’t finished quite yet, has a title that bears little semblance to the content. The book focuses of the role of forts and fortifications in North America, 'fields' not so much. And I use the word ‘focuses’ in a loose way. Fields of Battle is part autobiography, part memoir, part travelogue, and part military history. It makes for a great casual read if you are looking for a rambling book with military history as background.
The Complete Roman Army, by Adrian Goldsworthy: This will be my first book by Goldsworthy, but I understand he is one of the better writers when it comes to the history of the Roman empire. I went with the Complete Roman Army because who wants to read the partial Roman army? Assuming I finish it by the end of the challenge, I’ll give a quick synopsis, probably something like this, “They cam, they saw, they planted grapes and built roads.” Given the thickness of the book, there are probably a few details Goldsworthy fills in…..
Note: this is an international platoon. There is no need to read a book in English. Read whatever book you want, but it does have to be a non-fiction book that deals with some element of military history. And you have to finish it by challenge end.
Both brilliant historians, but Goldsworthy its just perfect reading material. Caesar's biography is still a contender for one of the best books I've read.
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 11:07:44 PM
Both brilliant historians, but Goldsworthy its just perfect reading material. Caesar's biography is still a contender for one of the best books I've read.
I've got Goldsworthy's bio of Caesar, also, but haven't read it yet. I've got a stack of books waiting to be read.... :facepalm:
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 11:08:00 PM
I'm sorry Sir. I'll have to pass on the first mission. I never read a military history book nor do I own one.
Good luck to the rest of the patrol :salute:
:salute:
Post by: Nix on January 31, 2022, 11:30:57 PM
But, if military history isn't your thing, no worries. Some of the future missions will be in your "wheelhouse". ;)
Thanks for giving me a prod to make that point! :tu:
Post by: Echotech on February 01, 2022, 12:57:25 AM
Collectors guide to vintage Wenger knives count? ;)
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 01:34:16 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 01, 2022, 02:34:45 AM
Tear-to-open packets. Do they not know I am in the middle of a SAK challenge? :rant:
This package must have been the fastest from Amazon. Just a week.
Titan Swivel Head ratchet
Aeloa key-chain ratchet
GreaTalent ratchet kit
Ovatt ratchet kit
And Engineer pliers with the cover :cheers:
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Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 02:51:17 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 01, 2022, 03:06:10 AM
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Post by: Myron on February 01, 2022, 04:39:27 AM
At the last second, I bailed on my plan to carry a Model 2008 for the challenge. Why? Too big and heavy for a “pocket knife.” Further proof of the design perfection of the Pioneer. So I am hereby committing to my Poor Man’s Black Beauty for the duration of the challenge.
Cheers, all!
Myron
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Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 05:24:21 AM
Post by: an0nemus on February 01, 2022, 05:30:50 AM
I have to skip on the 1st side challenge as book reading is a luxury for me these days, unfortunately.
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Post by: Echotech on February 01, 2022, 06:02:35 AM
D-Day!Such a fine looking design …I’m sure we’d all like to see a pic of your actual Black Beauty at some point if possible and challenge rules allowing :popcorn: :D
At the last second, I bailed on my plan to carry a Model 2008 for the challenge. Why? Too big and heavy for a “pocket knife.” Further proof of the design perfection of the Pioneer. So I am hereby committing to my Poor Man’s Black Beauty for the duration of the challenge.
Cheers, all!
Myron
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Post by: Echotech on February 01, 2022, 06:04:36 AM
The dreaded RAT test opened with the awl…negative I’m pleased to say
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 01, 2022, 06:17:28 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on February 01, 2022, 07:16:22 AM
D-Day
No use yesterday. Just as I was about to take a photo, I got tied up with an emergency plumbing repair. That smurfbird Murphy played a big part in said repair. After entirely too much time, enough smurfs to fill USS Peleliu, and a swig of Seagram's, a quick (and late) glamour shot was all I could muster.
I may well participate in the military history books sub-challenge later on. It'll give me an excuse to go to the library.
By the way, I chose the black Pioneer because it's current and has already been customized. No big deal if it needs to return to the depot for repairs.
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Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 08:31:52 AM
McS, there is a three month window to complete this challenge.....and I bet your local library has at least two books that would qualify..... :pok:
But, if military history isn't your thing, no worries. Some of the future missions will be in your "wheelhouse". ;)
Thanks for giving me a prod to make that point! :tu:
Thanks Nix :hatsoff:
I have an evergrowing collection of books wating to be read. But I only get some piece at around 10pm usually. And after a day staring at a screen my eyes are just tired :dunno:
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 08:36:25 AM
yay, staples!
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:D :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 08:37:48 AM
Day 1: opened a lot of packages and one two beers.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220201/a13da34021ab9c5bb574d55e7d38bcc8.jpg)
Loosing count so early? :D
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 08:38:51 AM
D-Day!
At the last second, I bailed on my plan to carry a Model 2008 for the challenge. Why? Too big and heavy for a “pocket knife.” Further proof of the design perfection of the Pioneer. So I am hereby committing to my Poor Man’s Black Beauty for the duration of the challenge.
Cheers, all!
Myron
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:rofl: ...nice plan B :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 08:41:21 AM
Day 02 - opened a bottle of one of my favorites
I have to skip on the 1st side challenge as book reading is a luxury for me these days, unfortunately.
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I like the extra beefy opener on a '08 :tu:
Post by: zoidberg on February 01, 2022, 09:11:50 AM
An old WWII bunker on Godley Heads. Not much use today, just some avocado processing for lunch.
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 01, 2022, 09:13:56 AM
Loosing count so early? :D
final count ended up being three!
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 09:26:11 AM
DAY 02:
An old WWII bunker on Godley Heads. Not much use today, just some avocado processing for lunch.
Nice pic Zoid :like:
Post by: an0nemus on February 01, 2022, 09:41:38 AM
I like the extra beefy opener on a '08 :tu:... and its locking!
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 01, 2022, 10:02:27 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 01, 2022, 10:05:25 AM
Time to open a sack of peanuts for the birds and squirrels- usually use scissors for this job, but the main blade handled the job with ease,
Post by: Santos on February 01, 2022, 11:25:53 AM
Thirty Two
Cutting up citrus rations and on duty at St Peter Indoor Climbing Gym.
Attaché Santos is wearing the Australian Hearts&Bunnies Surplus Booty pants to mark the occasion.
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 01:15:28 PM
... and its locking!
:o
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 01, 2022, 01:52:30 PM
So here's my entry for mission one...
I've actually just read a very short book on the Korean War - designed to give a very quick overview of what happened. There's a few history books done by Hourly History, that I've just discovered, so that will something I'll dip in and out of over time. To the point and insightful.
(https://i.imgur.com/yYIomxh.png)
Next on the reading list is Anzio: The Friction of War by Lloyd Clark. It's the battle where my Great Uncle met his end and I know very little about it, so this will be one heck of a journey reading this.
(https://i.imgur.com/VDbcLbo.jpg)
And yes, they're both Kindle editions, hence it's a screenshot and a photo of my laptop... I'm trying to have less space taken up by books I'm not reading. :facepalm:
Post by: SteveC on February 01, 2022, 02:05:16 PM
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 02:29:20 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 01, 2022, 02:43:03 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 01, 2022, 02:47:17 PM
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 03:06:34 PM
(hope this counts!).
Great entry! Yes.
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 03:08:45 PM
And yes, they're both Kindle editions, hence it's a screenshot and a photo of my laptop... I'm trying to have less space taken up by books I'm not reading. :facepalm:
:rofl:
Yes. Mrs Nix has encouraged the use of Kindle here. Too little shelf space for the print versions...... :rofl:
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 03:10:08 PM
When I was in uniform, a hot cup of coffee or tea was an incredible blessing! It taught me to really value the little things.
Ain't that so! :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 04:27:09 PM
Day 02: Some kind soul brought me a coffee ☕. One more day of quarantine :ahhh. If you angle the corkscrew, it will bore a better breather hole in a cuppa :D. When I was in uniform, a hot cup of coffee or tea was an incredible blessing! It taught me to really value the little things.
Absolutely :2tu:
Post by: SubMY on February 01, 2022, 05:26:29 PM
When I was in uniform, a hot cup of coffee or tea was an incredible blessing! It taught me to really value the little things.
I AM in uniform and the coffee here just tastes like burnt toast and sadness. We're all convinced it's some psychological warefare experiment trying to kill morale. :rofl:
This isn't the most recent book, I've read but it fits the topic of the challenge a little better. "Candid Comment on The American Soldier of 1917-1918 and Kindred Topics by The Germans" a little book published by government. It's not terribly long about 100 pages only. It's publically available as a PDF and pops up as the first result on google. I'll try and remember to grab a picture of the other book I'm working on.
Post by: Ron Who on February 01, 2022, 05:39:52 PM
Today I had a great opportunity for testing the saw on my GAK, thinning out a patch of forest. But when I got to the jobsite I forgot about the GAK and used loppers and a chainsaw. I´m hoping for better luck next time. I did use the main blade to open some mail and a package of nice cakes. These cakes with pink glacing sell well in the officer´s mess.
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 05:41:35 PM
I AM in uniform and the coffee here just tastes like burnt toast and sadness. We're all convinced it's some psychological warefare experiment trying to kill morale. :rofl:
No, no. They are building stoicism and resilience. If you can live on Army coffee, you can survive anything.
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 05:42:34 PM
I did use the main blade to open some mail and a package of nice cakes.
Are those the Dutch response to Jaffa Cakes? :think:
Post by: Ron Who on February 01, 2022, 05:44:03 PM
Are those the Dutch response to Jaffa Cakes? :think:No, they predate Jaffa cakes by decades. We do have Jaffa cakes as well.
Post by: Ron Who on February 01, 2022, 05:51:48 PM
No, no. They are building stoicism and resilience. If you can live on Army coffee, you can survive anything.
I remember a saying from the mess: We are here to defend our country, not to eat it. :D
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 05:54:03 PM
No, they predate Jaffa cakes by decades. We do have Jaffa cakes as well.
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Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 05:54:47 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/UeUy2wj.png)
I'm fighting the battle of the bulge. Not the snow, mind you, that's easy enough to shovel; it's just that I over-indulged over the holidays....and 2021....and 2020.... So some snow shoveling was welcome exercise. :rofl:
Post by: Ron Who on February 01, 2022, 06:00:04 PM
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 06:06:50 PM
I applied for the Dutch Royal Military Academy when I was seventeen. I was tested for a few days, both in class and in the field. I came out first on the assault course but still they didin´t want me. They said I was likely to disregard orders that I didn´t like. At the time nobody knew that I´m suffering Asperger´s syndrome.
I hope you don't feel bad about being denied that opportunity. I've found that life takes us all on a unique and unexpected journey. Gotta make the most of the journey you are on. ;)
Post by: comis on February 01, 2022, 06:10:08 PM
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One of the most important duty my knife attends to everyday is the coffee duty. :D
Post by: Ron Who on February 01, 2022, 06:10:22 PM
I hope you don't feel bad about being denied that opportunity. I've found that life takes us all on a unique and unexpected journey. Gotta make the most of the journey you are on. ;)
I did feel bad at first, but now over 40 years later I´m glad that I didn´t make it to Iraq, Mali, or Afghanistan.
Post by: Myron on February 01, 2022, 06:22:43 PM
box on my dog’s tummy medicine was glued so tight it took a SAK to open.
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Post by: comis on February 01, 2022, 06:23:15 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/X1Y5PuU.png)Cool challenge-in-challenge!
I don't think I have read one for ages, but one fun, interesting read did pop in mind from long ago. Gotta find my next read to make the post...
D-2That's good to hear!
The dreaded RAT test opened with the awl…negative I’m pleased to say
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Read On!I got Kindle from Mrs. ages ago, but have to admit it still feel weird holding a screen instead of flipping pages.
So here's my entry for mission one...
I've actually just read a very short book on the Korean War - designed to give a very quick overview of what happened. There's a few history books done by Hourly History, that I've just discovered, so that will something I'll dip in and out of over time. To the point and insightful.
(https://i.imgur.com/yYIomxh.png)
Next on the reading list is Anzio: The Friction of War by Lloyd Clark. It's the battle where my Great Uncle met his end and I know very little about it, so this will be one heck of a journey reading this.
(https://i.imgur.com/VDbcLbo.jpg)
And yes, they're both Kindle editions, hence it's a screenshot and a photo of my laptop... I'm trying to have less space taken up by books I'm not reading. :facepalm:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 01, 2022, 07:18:31 PM
Post by: RF52 on February 01, 2022, 07:20:17 PM
Glad you are in it! :tu:Really excited for this one :cheers:
Love the lanyard you made for your '08. :tu:
Thanks, just drilled a hole through the top of a closed brass nut and polished it quick with a dremel and threw on some skull beads along with it, came out pretty nice :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on February 01, 2022, 07:21:14 PM
I'm sorry Sir. I'll have to pass on the first mission. I never read a military history book nor do I own one.Same here Stitchy, but if I stumble over one I might read it :tu:
Good luck to the rest of the patrol :salute:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 01, 2022, 07:23:02 PM
Day 2.....I agree until I can't move the next day from shoveling snow buddy! :rofl:
(https://i.imgur.com/UeUy2wj.png)
I'm fighting the battle of the bulge. Not the snow, mind you, that's easy enough to shovel; it's just that I over-indulged over the holidays....and 2021....and 2020.... So some snow shoveling was welcome exercise. :rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 01, 2022, 07:24:12 PM
D+2
I AM in uniform and the coffee here just tastes like burnt toast and sadness. We're all convinced it's some psychological warefare experiment trying to kill morale. :rofl:
This isn't the most recent book, I've read but it fits the topic of the challenge a little better. "Candid Comment on The American Soldier of 1917-1918 and Kindred Topics by The Germans" a little book published by government. It's not terribly long about 100 pages only. It's publically available as a PDF and pops up as the first result on google. I'll try and remember to grab a picture of the other book I'm working on.
Post by: RF52 on February 01, 2022, 07:25:22 PM
DAY 02:Very cool :like:
An old WWII bunker on Godley Heads. Not much use today, just some avocado processing for lunch.
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 01, 2022, 07:30:16 PM
Great entry! Yes.
Cheers, Nix!
Day 2.....
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I'm fighting the battle of the bulge. Not the snow, mind you, that's easy enough to shovel; it's just that I over-indulged over the holidays....and 2021....and 2020.... So some snow shoveling was welcome exercise. :rofl:
Battle of the bulge…. we tend to think of it as winter plumage round here…. :rofl:
Post by: RF52 on February 01, 2022, 07:30:47 PM
I applied for the Dutch Royal Military Academy when I was seventeen. I was tested for a few days, both in class and in the field. I came out first on the assault course but still they didin´t want me. They said I was likely to disregard orders that I didn´t like. At the time nobody knew that I´m suffering Asperger´s syndrome.I applied for a combined education as a mechanic and officers training and didn't get picked because of an morphine allergy :dunno:
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Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 07:40:13 PM
Same here Stitchy, but if I stumble over one I might read it :tu:
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One never knows :dunno:
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 07:47:18 PM
Here's my reading selections for the next couple weeks. They're both about Jimmy Stewart and his time in the AAF during the Second World War. We're both from the same hometown. The one on the left is my current read. I started it and got pulled away, so now it's time to finish it. The second one, on the right, I picked up at the Jimmy Stewart Museum when I was there.
Jimmy was a remarkable guy! :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on February 01, 2022, 07:49:20 PM
I applied for a combined education as a mechanic and officers training and didn't get picked because of an morphine allergy :dunno:
I hate to think how you found out about a morphine allergy :o
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 07:53:59 PM
Day 2
Gonna keep the nutritions on level :D
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Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 07:54:07 PM
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Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 07:55:02 PM
Day 2
Gonna keep the nutritions on level :D
That's a good lookin' SAK! :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 07:58:49 PM
Day 2, KP duty: dressing out a ham. I got the edge of the plastic skin trapped in a serration and zipped it open. Worked just just. But I still miss the freedom of a PE blade.
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Ham must always be shared. It's one of the fundamental rules soldiers live by :pok:
So it's an "ok" on the serrated edge for this then?
Post by: McStitchy on February 01, 2022, 07:59:17 PM
That's a good lookin' SAK! :like:
:cheers:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 01, 2022, 08:10:43 PM
I got Kindle from Mrs. ages ago, but have to admit it still feel weird holding a screen instead of flipping pages.
Yeah, it's not quite the same. I use the app on my phone mainly, which is even stranger.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 01, 2022, 08:13:39 PM
In these modern times it's important for a solider to have access to power when out and about...
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Post by: RF52 on February 01, 2022, 08:35:24 PM
Cut some zip ties for my new Keychain, figured a shackle would do the job for a small Keychain :tu:
Post by: RF52 on February 01, 2022, 08:39:56 PM
I hate to think how you found out about a morphine allergy :oWas grinding some tea light holders on a big floor mounted grinding wheel and accidentaly jammed my left thumb between the wheel and the support plate and got a morphine shot at the hospital. Got a bit worried when turned red along with the morphine going through the bloodstream :rofl:
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Post by: RF52 on February 01, 2022, 08:41:08 PM
Day 2, KP duty: dressing out a ham. I got the edge of the plastic skin trapped in a serration and zipped it open. Worked just just. But I still miss the freedom of a PE blade.That is going to be one tasty ham I'm guessing :drool:
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Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 10:06:41 PM
That is going to be one tasty ham I'm guessing :drool:
Oh, yes!
So it's an "ok" on the serrated edge for this then?
Let's not get carried away here on D+1..... :rofl:
Post by: Nix on February 01, 2022, 10:16:58 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 01, 2022, 11:03:35 PM
Jimmy was a remarkable guy! :tu:He really was buddy! He was the real deal.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 01, 2022, 11:04:18 PM
Love the way the 111mm handle combines with the classic Vic can opener. This thing is a machine.....The SAK of the 21st Century!
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 01, 2022, 11:09:21 PM
Love the way the 111mm handle combines with the classic Vic can opener. This thing is a machine.....
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Wow - not tried the 111 handle on the can opener tool - looks impressive! :tu:
Post by: SubMY on February 01, 2022, 11:22:48 PM
Love the way the 111mm handle combines with the classic Vic can opener. This thing is a machine.....
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You're starting make me wish I'd gone for an 08 for this challenge! That serrated edge is the only thing that stopped me.
Post by: Myron on February 02, 2022, 12:07:35 AM
You're starting make me wish I'd gone for an 08 for this challenge! That serrated edge is the only thing that stopped me.
Me too! They are such excellent tools for any sort of real work. But I'm still office bound and chickened out at the thought of carrying one every day. So back to my Pioneer.
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 12:34:26 AM
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Post by: McStitchy on February 02, 2022, 01:47:04 AM
Day 2:
Cut some zip ties for my new Keychain, figured a shackle would do the job for a small Keychain :tu:
:like:
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 01:56:14 AM
Day 2: Trimmed a new piece of wick for my oil burning lantern for an upcoming camping trip.
Lovely. Kerosene lanterns have become hard to find. :-\
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 02, 2022, 03:06:37 AM
Few uses for the SI...
I only put a lanyard in It. And removed a lid from one Nespresso capsule (used It in a artwork for the kids.)
It's raining a lot and I been enjoying a good quaratine due Covid. Still working remote.
I'm fine, family is fine. Everyone recovering.
About the Challenge in Challenge: I'm in!
It's a nice excuse to get a good book and enjoy some hours reading.
Bônus Pic: A small vase for a Cactus.
A Nespresso capsule, some epoxi putty and paint.
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Post by: petey.grizz on February 02, 2022, 03:11:48 AM
Since I posted a day early, day two take two. Opened some packages and cut down some boxes. Used the awl to make sure the adversary didn’t endure undue suffering.
Post by: Farmer X on February 02, 2022, 05:57:51 AM
Day 02
Light and boring, but typical, use: opening up deliveries of miscellaneous gear. One piece of said gear was a "sushi gun."
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 02, 2022, 06:22:47 AM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 02, 2022, 06:49:32 AM
Campaign Plan
Now that operations have commenced, and the roster is closed, high command has authorized the release of the official campaign plan.
As earlier Warning Orders have suggested, there will be at least six (6) missions during this challenge. Additional missions may be added as conditions require....or I think 'em up.
Participants may accept or refuse missions as desired, they are strictly voluntary, just for some fun, and are not requisite for completing the Soldier On! challenge.
However…..
Those who complete the Soldier On! challenge and at least one mission will be eligible to enter a random drawing to win a black anodized 2008 U.S. Soldier.
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And, for each mission completed, participants gain an additional entry into winning the above SAK. One mission completed provides one entry; six missions completed earns six entries. So, aside from just having a bit of fun along the way, there’s your motivation to complete the missions. (And some missions will be very simple.) Additionally, each mission will have its own small prize, so there’s a bit of extra incentive to volunteer….heheheheh….
I’ll post up the first mission shortly…….
this is going to be a blast :salute:
Day 2
yet another day of no action
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Mission 1
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some South African military history
i've read 32 Battalion some time back,it's about the formation of "the Buffalo Soldiers" in Angola by Col Breytenbach [who was also the first commander of 1 Recon Commando aka the Recces,SA special forces],their ops history and eventual dismbandment due to polotical pressure in the early 90's.
the book i'm planning on reading is Recce vol 2,which covers the Recce's operational history from the 70's to the 80's.
i read volume 1 a few months ago.seems there's a vol 3 being written,covering the 80's/90's to current [what details can be published].
the author is a former Recce.
Post by: zoidberg on February 02, 2022, 06:51:33 AM
Nice pic Zoid :like:
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 02, 2022, 06:52:16 AM
The older kid starts back at school tomorrow so we enjoyed a few hours today at the local bike park.
Post by: zoidberg on February 02, 2022, 06:56:11 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 02, 2022, 07:20:30 AM
Post by: zoidberg on February 02, 2022, 07:32:26 AM
Nice air, Zoidberg! :like: :like: Afraid I tend to keep my wheels more firmly fixed to the ground…. :facepalm:
Oh that's the kid, I am not that brave. :facepalm:
Post by: Santos on February 02, 2022, 07:43:44 AM
Thirty Three
Used small flathead. Kensington Pride Tropical Rations for Breakfast, Australian rockmelon ration during lunch. Awl to open parcels.
Post by: Echotech on February 02, 2022, 08:01:01 AM
Great posts and pics of some superb soldiers awl :salute:
Spotted these Vic stamps on eBay and even though I don’t usually collect stamps thought they’d make a good addition to my Vic collection, waiting for a frame to arrive for them now
Blade used for the envelope, serrations being particularly effective
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Post by: Appleandrew on February 02, 2022, 08:18:15 AM
Knocked sideways by fever yesterday now back to normal????
Fortunately a package arrived in the morning before I’ll effects.
Post by: McStitchy on February 02, 2022, 09:17:08 AM
D-2
Few uses for the SI...
I only put a lanyard in It. And removed a lid from one Nespresso capsule (used It in a artwork for the kids.)
It's raining a lot and I been enjoying a good quaratine due Covid. Still working remote.
I'm fine, family is fine. Everyone recovering.
About the Challenge in Challenge: I'm in!
It's a nice excuse to get a good book and enjoy some hours reading.
Bônus Pic: A small vase for a Cactus.
A Nespresso capsule, some epoxi putty and paint.
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Excellent art work :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 02, 2022, 09:20:25 AM
Day 03: tightened a loose cabinet knob. Like most of the universal openers, it got the job done but it's definitely not the best way to do it. Just the same, it's a fun tool to use!
Yeaah.... I don't like it on the long end either. Not even as can/bottle opener (which they added the guard on the saw for).
Post by: McStitchy on February 02, 2022, 09:22:46 AM
Bonus action piccy.
:ahhh
Post by: an0nemus on February 02, 2022, 11:08:30 AM
Wife bought me a beer from IKEA's biggest store in the world that opened here in Metro Manila, Philippines a few months back. I was in the car and she asked me if I brought a bottle opener, and I said "of course!"
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Post by: Echotech on February 02, 2022, 11:24:48 AM
D-03 Another bottle opened:like: beats meatballs an0nemus :cheers:
Wife bought me a beer from IKEA's biggest store in the world that opened here in Metro Manila, Philippines a few months back. I was in the car and she asked me if I brought a bottle opener, and I said "of course!"
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Post by: an0nemus on February 02, 2022, 12:12:18 PM
:like: beats meatballs an0nemus :cheers:Filipinos are now crazy about their meatballs! I personally like their carrot cakes
I disagree with their recommended bottle opener; Should be a SAK!
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 02, 2022, 01:50:20 PM
My laptop "K" key could not be pressed properly for over a year. I got so sick of it, that I started prodding underneath with the toothpick, and all of a sudden, this tiny piece of plastic popped out, finally freeing the key. Used the tweezers to pick it out of the keyboard.
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Post by: Myron on February 02, 2022, 02:08:32 PM
Envious of my fellow Knights who have summer weather and some time to enjoy it. I’m in the office and it’s snowing outside. :(
Coffee duty today.
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Post by: Appleandrew on February 02, 2022, 02:17:22 PM
Another package…..
And the contents of such a large box - an AA Lithium thionyl chloride battery….
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 02, 2022, 02:18:31 PM
D+2, or Day 3.
Envious of my fellow Knights who have summer weather and some time to enjoy it. I’m in the office and it’s snowing outside. :(
I'd love some snow here right about now. :gimme:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 02, 2022, 02:20:38 PM
Post by: SubMY on February 02, 2022, 02:33:37 PM
Here the second half of my challenge. This is one of the books I've been trying to get through, it's rather dry, I have a different ebook about the Japanese during ww2 before the US enter that's a little more interesting. Anyway, really nothing to report, we have pretty heavy snow, so nothing much to do, I'll have to see if I can get a picture of how much snow we have. Almost got a car stuck yesterday, I was all set to dig it out with my SAK. :salute: :rofl:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 02, 2022, 03:10:14 PM
Day 3
Another package…..
And the contents of such a large box - an AA Lithium thionyl chloride battery….
Now that is packaging overkill! :rofl:
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 03:15:40 PM
Nice air, Zoidberg! :like: :like: Afraid I tend to keep my wheels more firmly fixed to the ground…. :facepalm:
:iagree:
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 03:16:39 PM
Almost got a car stuck yesterday, I was all set to dig it out with my SAK. :salute: :rofl:
:rofl:
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 03:20:18 PM
some South African military history
Those look very interesting. :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 03:22:22 PM
.... I said "of course!"
:D
Post by: RF52 on February 02, 2022, 03:48:45 PM
Day 03: tightened a loose cabinet knob. Like most of the universal openers, it got the job done but it's definitely not the best way to do it. Just the same, it's a fun tool to use!That looks like a borderline dangerous driver
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Post by: Ron Who on February 02, 2022, 04:00:21 PM
No uses today, yet.
Monday´s storm made a mess of the backyard, part of the fence is down.
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 04:44:27 PM
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 04:45:23 PM
That looks like a borderline dangerous driver
Not the sort of driver McStitchy should be using.....just sayin'.....
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 02, 2022, 06:10:36 PM
Had to go into the office, so that meant getting up at sparrow fart to avoid busy trains, but back home now so time for some “isotonic recovery juice”, bottle opener on point.
Post by: RF52 on February 02, 2022, 07:28:07 PM
Not the sort of driver McStitchy should be using.....just sayin'.....:rofl: :rofl: :pok:
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Post by: McStitchy on February 02, 2022, 07:42:27 PM
Not the sort of driver McStitchy should be using.....just sayin'.....
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Post by: McStitchy on February 02, 2022, 07:44:03 PM
Day 3 (D+2)
Had to go into the office, so that meant getting up at sparrow fart to avoid busy trains, but back home now so time for some “isotonic recovery juice”, bottle opener on point.
Splendid idea chap :tu:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 02, 2022, 07:56:52 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 02, 2022, 08:04:56 PM
Not the sort of driver McStitchy should be using.....just sayin'.....
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 02, 2022, 08:05:13 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 02, 2022, 08:05:53 PM
D-03 Another bottle opened
Wife bought me a beer from IKEA's biggest store in the world that opened here in Metro Manila, Philippines a few months back. I was in the car and she asked me if I brought a bottle opener, and I said "of course!"
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 02, 2022, 08:07:15 PM
GAK day 3
No uses today, yet.
Monday´s storm made a mess of the backyard, part of the fence is down.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 02, 2022, 08:10:19 PM
A morning brew and then dealing with deliveries in the evening.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 02, 2022, 08:19:35 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 02, 2022, 08:27:09 PM
Love seeing that tag hanging from that cuppa Michael! ☕
You've got to let the first brew of the day stew!
Post by: McStitchy on February 02, 2022, 08:34:33 PM
Day 03
Supplies for the troops....
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 02, 2022, 08:36:24 PM
Post by: McStitchy on February 02, 2022, 09:51:33 PM
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 10:12:01 PM
Does Machiavelli's "The Prince" count as a military book? :think:
Never read it, so I don't know. Isn't it more a book on politics and manipulation? :think:
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 10:14:26 PM
-11ºF (-24ºC) here today. More snow shoveling. No uses so far today.......
Post by: Nix on February 02, 2022, 10:18:51 PM
I thought I might be jealous of the SI and Pioneer guys, but the '08 has a nice "pocket knife" feel in the hand and feels suitable in the pocket.
Any '08 guys finding the 111mm to be uncomfortably large at this point? :dunno:
Post by: RF52 on February 02, 2022, 10:33:06 PM
For the size of the 08, it's not a problem for me, but I don't have a problem carrying a Wave+ and Benchmade Crooked River in the same pocket either so :dunno:
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Post by: zoidberg on February 02, 2022, 11:33:11 PM
Both of my usual edc saks have had the opener layer removed so in an attempt to relearn lost skills...
Post by: zoidberg on February 02, 2022, 11:50:14 PM
This challenge could really force a change in the way I do things.
It has happened before after a month challenge, so three months is a little scary.
Post by: Nix on February 03, 2022, 12:35:11 AM
Post by: SubMY on February 03, 2022, 12:37:01 AM
Four days in and I have to laugh at the pile growing on the table, five saks, two folders and a fixed blade.
:rofl:
I assume by pile you mean all the knives you've gotten out to state wistfully at. :climber:
Post by: zoidberg on February 03, 2022, 01:12:00 AM
:rofl:
I assume by pile you mean all the knives you've gotten out to state wistfully at. :climber:
Oh no, they're the usual suspects from pockets and belts etc. There are more but I'm only removing them as I come across them...
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 03, 2022, 03:06:04 AM
The inline awl was used to open some food for the fishes in the aquarium who sits above my workbench (the reason of the blue light on some of my pics)
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 03, 2022, 03:36:02 AM
Post by: Echotech on February 03, 2022, 04:01:18 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on February 03, 2022, 05:22:54 AM
Wife bought me a beer from IKEA's biggest store in the world that opened here in Metro Manila, Philippines a few months back.IKEA-branded beer...how did you like it?
I'd love some snow here right about now. :gimme:Wish I could send you some of mine...we've been smurfing hammered with it awl day today. Until a few hours ago, it was that slushy stuff that's a pain to shovel.
I want more snow!I don't. If I never see snow again, that'll be too soon.
Day 03
It is said that an army marches on its stomach. Well, this ol' Sailor doesn't like the nasty dehydrated vegetables that are in an "instant lunch." The Pioneer's awl mounted a sweep-and-clear mission, taking care of some insolent peas. Reinforcements (seen in the second picture) were needed for removal of the carrots.
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Post by: an0nemus on February 03, 2022, 05:28:13 AM
So far, I don't find the size of the 2008 to be an issue. I really don't notice that it is in my pocket.D-04
I thought I might be jealous of the SI and Pioneer guys, but the '08 has a nice "pocket knife" feel in the hand and feels suitable in the pocket.
Any '08 guys finding the 111mm to be uncomfortably large at this point? :dunno:
It actually disappears in my left front pocket when I'm outside and it's light for the tools it carries. Plus the one hand opening and locking blade are big plus. Here is the way I discretely carry mine
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Post by: comis on February 03, 2022, 05:34:23 AM
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It was unusual to see a cake wrap so tight with wrapping, Wenger SI comes to rescue.
Post by: an0nemus on February 03, 2022, 05:35:45 AM
IKEA-branded beer...how did you like it?
I thought it would be bland like Carlsberg but it's actually better! Tastes like our San Miguel Light
Post by: Farmer X on February 03, 2022, 05:43:33 AM
Tastes like our San Miguel Light.San Miguel is a beer I've been meaning to try for quite some time.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 03, 2022, 05:46:28 AM
Post by: an0nemus on February 03, 2022, 07:59:01 AM
San Miguel is a beer I've been meaning to try for quite some time.Hopefully someday!
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Post by: McStitchy on February 03, 2022, 08:34:31 AM
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-11ºF (-24ºC) here today. More snow shoveling. No uses so far today.......
I wouldn't mind a proper winter
Altgough, that reminds me to a 48hr excercise we had once at the Airforce which included building a camp in the woods and stay there over night (at -22°C and snow) :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on February 03, 2022, 08:37:32 AM
D-3
The inline awl was used to open some food for the fishes in the aquarium who sits above my workbench (the reason of the blue light on some of my pics)
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Oh, that sounds nice :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 03, 2022, 08:40:42 AM
It is said that an army marches on its stomach. Well, this ol' Sailor doesn't like the nasty dehydrated vegetables that are in an "instant lunch." The Pioneer's awl mounted a sweep-and-clear mission, taking care of some insolent peas. Reinforcements (seen in the second picture) were needed for removal of the carrots.
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:rofl: ... :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 03, 2022, 08:43:21 AM
Day 04: Doing some maintenance on our dryer with A the combo tool. It definitely feels strange at the end of that long saw.
:2tu:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 03, 2022, 10:02:16 AM
Back from the supermarket (I swear the rucksack gets heavier by the year….!) and used the main blade to get the plastic bag open to transfer the spuds into a more breathable bag for storage.
Post by: petey.grizz on February 03, 2022, 10:03:28 AM
No use today.
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 03, 2022, 12:16:00 PM
No uses today.
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Post by: Santos on February 03, 2022, 01:21:32 PM
Thirty Four
Cut up Peach and tag on cheap shoes, opened paint tin, had them on while climbing with A2CU UCP Booty pants. :ahhh
Post by: Santos on February 03, 2022, 01:22:19 PM
D-3
No use today.
Picture or it didn't happen :pok:
Post by: SubMY on February 03, 2022, 01:42:13 PM
Attempting to find a book to read to pass the time, still more than 3 months left until I go back to my family. >:( :(
We have a lovely uh library here...2 metal racks full of old books, one rack broke and is now haphazardly set up.
Post by: Myron on February 03, 2022, 02:00:13 PM
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Post by: Nix on February 03, 2022, 02:40:38 PM
D-3
No use today.
Grizz, as Santos points out, MTo challenge rules require a photo a day, uses or no uses. Somedays, getting a suitable photo becomes the challenge. If you can't post a photo on any given day--say, comms are down or you are observing radio silence to avoid giving away your position--you can post a photo belatedly. Just label it appropriately. But do keep snaps of that sweet Soldier coming! :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 03, 2022, 02:46:35 PM
Cut up Peach and tag on cheap shoes, opened paint tin, had them on while climbing with A2CU UCP Booty pants. :ahhh
Looks like fun. And nice use of uniform gear! :tu:
Post by: comis on February 03, 2022, 02:53:23 PM
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Brought the little guy to visit his friend for fun, no use today.
Post by: Appleandrew on February 03, 2022, 05:18:39 PM
Quote
Day 4
More packages - another test kit.
Post by: Ron Who on February 03, 2022, 05:31:06 PM
No uses today. At least I managed to take a picture.
Tomorrow it´s TGIF, I´ll open up a nice bottle of beer.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 03, 2022, 05:38:39 PM
Those look very interesting. :tu:
yeah,quite,although i'm finding the recce's ops stories a bit tedious to read.
Day 3
late yesterday i changed a lightbulb that needed gentle prying with the small flathead.
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and today i sliced some sandpaper
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 03, 2022, 05:42:41 PM
D+3
Attempting to find a book to read to pass the time, still more than 3 months left until I go back to my family. >:( :(
We have a lovely uh library here...2 metal racks full of old books, one rack broke and is now haphazardly set up.
pretty cool to have a soldier soldiering on :D
Post by: Ron Who on February 03, 2022, 06:14:55 PM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 03, 2022, 07:06:03 PM
Post by: RF52 on February 03, 2022, 07:35:00 PM
Opened a new pack of work gloves :tu:
Post by: RF52 on February 03, 2022, 07:36:21 PM
Not that much work for the 08 today, just refilling some energy :rofl:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 03, 2022, 07:59:48 PM
Another morning brew and opening up a Covid test, because a soldier has to stay healthy.
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Post by: petey.grizz on February 03, 2022, 08:45:40 PM
At doctors all day. No. Use.
Post by: McStitchy on February 03, 2022, 09:49:53 PM
Day 04
Used the excellent inline awl to open a zip tie with a push-in and turn action. Worked surpisingly well :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/ZijUJQS.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on February 03, 2022, 11:01:03 PM
Sun Tzu´s Art of war
That counts! It is a classic. :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 03, 2022, 11:02:26 PM
Used the excellent inline awl to open a zip tie with a push-in and turn action. Worked surpisingly well :tu:
Nice technique!
Post by: Nix on February 03, 2022, 11:03:19 PM
Making lentil soup. :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 03, 2022, 11:11:53 PM
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Making lentil soup. :tu:
:drool:
Post by: Nix on February 03, 2022, 11:20:34 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 04, 2022, 12:35:50 AM
Great uses!Day 04
Used the excellent inline awl to open a zip tie with a push-in and turn action. Worked surpisingly well :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/ZijUJQS.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/jAz7d5q.jpg)
Zip tie and a inline awl can fix a lot of things! You make McGyver proud!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 04, 2022, 12:36:31 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/WmrBFxw.png)Looks a nice idea in a cold day Nix!
Making lentil soup. :tu:
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Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 12:54:24 AM
Great uses!
Zip tie and a inline awl can fix a lot of things! You make McGyver proud!
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:drink:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 04, 2022, 12:55:23 AM
The can opener unscrewed the cup holder for a more profound cleaning in our car. Unfortunately my cell phone was without charge... So no pics.
Pictured, one ongoing project. A small 1:700 Revell kit from a Zerstorer 1936a (Narvik).
The sharpened edge of the awl helped to remove some mold lines.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220203/70d93cef0009527a39ffc3df5029f733.jpg)
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Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 12:59:53 AM
D-4
The can opener unscrewed the cup holder for a more profound cleaning in our car. Unfortunately my cell phone was without charge... So no pics.
Pictured, one ongoing project. A small 1:700 Revell kit from a Zerstorer 1936a (Narvik).
The sharpened edge of the awl helped to remove some mold lines.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220203/70d93cef0009527a39ffc3df5029f733.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on February 04, 2022, 01:19:37 AM
Pictured, one ongoing project. A small 1:700 Revell kit from a Zerstorer 1936a (Narvik).
The sharpened edge of the awl helped to remove some mold lines.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220203/70d93cef0009527a39ffc3df5029f733.jpg)
:like:
Post by: Nix on February 04, 2022, 01:20:55 AM
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Post by: petey.grizz on February 04, 2022, 02:41:36 AM
Used the old soldier to eat an apple and open some packages.
Post by: Echotech on February 04, 2022, 03:34:13 AM
Pleased to discover its easy and cheap to get replacement pan lid handles on fleabay
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Post by: Nix on February 04, 2022, 04:26:04 AM
Post by: Farmer X on February 04, 2022, 05:12:04 AM
Day 4: First use of the day..Manual transmission?
Used the excellent inline awl to open a zip tie with a push-in and turn action. Worked surpisingly well :tu::tu: I must remember that!
Pictured, one ongoing project. A small 1:700 Revell kit from a Zerstorer 1936a (Narvik).:tu: I wish consumables (paint and cement) for those things weren't so smurfing expensive.
Day 04
If you can't post a photo on any given day--say, comms are down or you are observing radio silence to avoid giving away your position--you can post a photo belatedly.That does me no good...the enemy spotted me, and I've spent much of the past 48 hours under almost incessant heavy bombardment. Today the Pioneer helped ensure the heavy equipment needed to clear out the aftermath of said bombardment was ready to go to work.
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Post by: an0nemus on February 04, 2022, 05:37:53 AM
Decided to carry my 08 inside my back pocket. It simply disappears and don't feel it's there next to my wallet
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 04, 2022, 05:40:35 AM
Post by: zoidberg on February 04, 2022, 07:02:20 AM
Mine is the bowl with extra jalapeños, extra onions, and chili oil.....'cuz....#loaditup!
(https://i.imgur.com/d03Ermd.jpg)
Yum!! :like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 04, 2022, 07:02:40 AM
Lots of rain today, I'm fine with the weather but work and people not so much, can opener works.
Post by: Echotech on February 04, 2022, 07:04:32 AM
Mine is the bowl with extra jalapeños, extra onions, and chili oil.....'cuz....#loaditup!:like: that does look delicious :drool:
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Post by: Santos on February 04, 2022, 07:24:45 AM
Thirty Five
Opened some parcels. Cut up a peach, some cherry tomato and a rustic baguette.
Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 08:45:26 AM
Mine is the bowl with extra jalapeños, extra onions, and chili oil.....'cuz....#loaditup!
(https://i.imgur.com/d03Ermd.jpg)
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Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 08:46:00 AM
D-4
Used the old soldier to eat an apple and open some packages.
An apple a day :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 08:50:07 AM
Day 5
Pleased to discover its easy and cheap to get replacement pan lid handles on fleabay
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(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220204/3e9c3314652d77d28e8c1f7020576d2c.jpg)
:tu:
...and even oven knobs as I had to find out...because the missus didn't like my vise grip solution :dunno:
Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 08:52:28 AM
Day 04
That does me no good...the enemy spotted me, and I've spent much of the past 48 hours under almost incessant heavy bombardment. Today the Pioneer helped ensure the heavy equipment needed to clear out the aftermath of said bombardment was ready to go to work.
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:ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 08:54:17 AM
Day 05: Parcel opening for us. This 108 is definitely nice to carry. It's like a very big 91mm. Very pocketable!
It is a slim package :iagree:
Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 08:56:11 AM
DAY 05:
Lots of rain today, I'm fine with the weather but work and people not so much, can opener works.
Don't drink it :dwts:
Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 08:57:46 AM
D5
Thirty Five
Opened some parcels. Cut up a peach, some cherry tomato and a rustic baguette.
Sounds like a nice day :2tu:
Post by: RF52 on February 04, 2022, 09:04:13 AM
Excellent use :hatsoff:Day 04
Used the excellent inline awl to open a zip tie with a push-in and turn action. Worked surpisingly well :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on February 04, 2022, 09:06:00 AM
Mine is the bowl with extra jalapeños, extra onions, and chili oil.....'cuz....#loaditup!Looks very tasty :drool:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 04, 2022, 09:20:21 AM
No time for laptop stuff.
Post by: RF52 on February 04, 2022, 09:27:41 AM
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Post by: Echotech on February 04, 2022, 09:28:27 AM
:tu:Maybe they weren’t Irwin’s :rofl:
...and even oven knobs as I had to find out...because the missus didn't like my vise grip solution :dunno:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 04, 2022, 09:49:14 AM
Day 5 (D+4)
During an early morning recon to shift bins around, I noticed that the birds have managed to empty the sunflower seed feeder already despite the pouring rain! So after breakfast (egg and bacon muffin - WFH has some advantages!), I cut open a new sack of sunflower hearts using the main blade to cut the stitching at the top - for once the thread pulled out in one go! Yay!
Post by: SubMY on February 04, 2022, 10:41:04 AM
For whatever reason rubber ducks are common care package items, so they're a normal sight around army camps. Pretty humorous to be working in some old military building and to look up and see a bright yellow rubber duck (or white in this case).
The only use mine got today was picking some rocks out of my boots.
Post by: Myron on February 04, 2022, 03:19:57 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 04:46:03 PM
Maybe they weren’t Irwin’s :rofl:
:rofl:
Post by: Myron on February 04, 2022, 04:57:28 PM
D +05
Decided to carry my 08 inside my back pocket. It simply disappears and don't feel it's there next to my wallet
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I've carried a SAK like this since high school. It's amazing how well it works.
Post by: Ron Who on February 04, 2022, 05:50:07 PM
I was going to try the cap lifter on my GAK but forgot to buy some beer. Maybe tomorrow.
In the meantime, here´s a pic of today´s rations: buns and salami.
Post by: Appleandrew on February 04, 2022, 07:52:45 PM
Chin Chin!!!
Post by: Nix on February 04, 2022, 08:00:09 PM
That does me no good...the enemy spotted me, and I've spent much of the past 48 hours under almost incessant heavy bombardment. Today the Pioneer helped ensure the heavy equipment needed to clear out the aftermath of said bombardment was ready to go to work.
OK...don't panic....you got this...tactical withdraw to the couch....call for reinforcements....self care with Motrin.....consider replenishing fluids and calories with a beer.
Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 08:04:55 PM
Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 08:06:56 PM
Day 05
Soldier taking care of my vitamin c intake...
(https://i.imgur.com/mSSQm7a.jpg)
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 04, 2022, 08:15:24 PM
Today was supposed to be a simple, organised day working from home. Instead I nearly walked out... So we have a simple shot from today and one from last night's downtime.
(https://i.imgur.com/3KKtpUN.jpg)
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 04, 2022, 08:57:08 PM
Locksmith keeping my Soldier company
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Post by: RF52 on February 04, 2022, 10:01:59 PM
Good looking tool :like:Day 05
Soldier taking care of my vitamin c intake...
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Post by: Nix on February 04, 2022, 11:28:37 PM
Melting sort of day here....... :-\
Post by: Nix on February 04, 2022, 11:29:45 PM
Instead I nearly walked out...
Ambush?
Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 11:30:58 PM
Good looking tool :like:
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It's getting close to 60 years service :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on February 04, 2022, 11:33:12 PM
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Melting sort of day here....... :-\
Hope the ground is not getting too muddy for you there :salute:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 04, 2022, 11:58:13 PM
Ambush?
That's actually a fitting description, you just don't expect to be ambushed by your own side... Or maybe I was just naive!
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 05, 2022, 12:57:28 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 05, 2022, 02:19:58 AM
Day 05
Soldier taking care of my vitamin c intake...
(https://i.imgur.com/mSSQm7a.jpg)
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 05, 2022, 02:28:18 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/X7oURYO.png)Keep your feets dry Nix!
Melting sort of day here....... :-\
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 05, 2022, 02:28:54 AM
Nice one! KiwiDay 05
Soldier taking care of my vitamin c intake...
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 05, 2022, 02:32:23 AM
The SI helped to open a pack of modeling paste.
Time to try different materials. Easier to play with the kids(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/7e25a40e5c19ad84583b42e8577db11c.jpg)
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Post by: petey.grizz on February 05, 2022, 03:03:26 AM
Played bass all day. Not much need for a knife.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 05, 2022, 04:15:57 AM
Post by: Echotech on February 05, 2022, 05:03:51 AM
Bloody Mary time :drink: :cheers: :tu:
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Post by: comis on February 05, 2022, 06:30:36 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/9AYR1KZ.jpg)
Wenger SI unbox a game of Klask, anyone plays this game?
Post by: Santos on February 05, 2022, 06:59:50 AM
Thirty Six
Slow Saturday but i did find this replica patch i picked up a few years ago :D
Post by: an0nemus on February 05, 2022, 07:24:52 AM
Snack time with star apples
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Post by: Farmer X on February 05, 2022, 07:28:17 AM
For whatever reason rubber ducks are common care package items.My number one care package request was a carton of Camels. I never got it.
A pic of today´s rations: buns and salami.:tu:
OK...don't panic....you got this...tactical withdraw to the couch....call for reinforcements....self care with Motrin.....consider replenishing fluids and calories with a beer.Surprisingly enough, I wasn't sore. I did enjoy some Seagram's 7 after dealing with the bombardment, though. (I wish I could remember where I ran across the doctor who said that, past the age of 45, one should not shovel snow anymore. I'm getting very close to that age.)
Bloody Mary time...I haven't had a Bloody Mary in ages. Time to source some tomato juice...
Snack time with star applesI've never seen one of those before. They look interesting!
Day 5
Again, a slightly late entry. Package opening was the order of the day. In accordance with General Order No. 3, the tape residue had to be cleaned off the blade afterwards.
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Post by: zoidberg on February 05, 2022, 08:09:40 AM
Day 5
(https://i.imgur.com/9AYR1KZ.jpg)
Wenger SI unbox a game of Klask, anyone plays this game?
Is it fun?
Post by: zoidberg on February 05, 2022, 08:09:55 AM
Post by: RF52 on February 05, 2022, 08:30:36 AM
It's getting close to 60 years service :salute::salute:
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Post by: RF52 on February 05, 2022, 08:33:34 AM
Day 5Never seen that before, but please go on and tell me how to play it :like:
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Wenger SI unbox a game of Klask, anyone plays this game?
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Post by: Echotech on February 05, 2022, 09:21:58 AM
I haven't had a Bloody Mary in ages. Time to source some tomato juice...
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:cheers: :tu:
I really like that black Pioneer :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 05, 2022, 09:37:35 AM
Helped a co-worker peel a sticker off a swipe card.
Post by: SubMY on February 05, 2022, 11:04:34 AM
No real uses so far today, I used it to open some European beer yesterday, forgot to snag a picture though. Here's some odd energy drink, I've never seen these in the states before.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 05, 2022, 11:45:55 AM
Day 6 (D+5)
Well after opening food for the wildlife I like to see in the garden, time to use the awlsome awl to open some “food” for the rats which might show up in the spring! As our FIBUE instructor used to say, count your rounds and make your rounds count!
Post by: Nix on February 05, 2022, 02:32:48 PM
Bloody Mary time :drink: :cheers: :tu:
A trooper after my own heart. :tu: Haven't had one for a while, but I do love me a good, spicy, Bloody Mary or Caesar! :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 05, 2022, 03:10:34 PM
Post by: RF52 on February 05, 2022, 04:07:32 PM
Got nicked by the blade when opening a toy my daughter got today at our joint birthday party.
Also used the backside phillips to put in batteries in said toy :tu:
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Post by: Ron Who on February 05, 2022, 05:11:48 PM
I managed to open a n´ice bottle of dark winter ale without getting nicked by the saw. Just be careful and it´s ok.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 05, 2022, 05:14:39 PM
Post by: Ron Who on February 05, 2022, 05:26:23 PM
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 07:53:02 PM
Day 06: Almost as good as the universal scaler :D ☕
:ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 07:58:02 PM
Day 5: Surprisingly little use today even while camping. Opened one can of beans and forgot to get a picture of it.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220204/0afa05da156409f6a4b9ebaa143bbdfe.jpg)
Thumbs up for using the can-opener :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 07:59:24 PM
Nice one! Kiwi
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Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:01:32 PM
D-5
The SI helped to open a pack of modeling paste.
Time to try different materials. Easier to play with the kids(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/7e25a40e5c19ad84583b42e8577db11c.jpg)
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One must keep them busy :D
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:02:09 PM
D-5
Played bass all day. Not much need for a knife.
Cool amp and pic :like: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:03:23 PM
Day 6
Bloody Mary time :drink: :cheers: :tu:
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Oh! I thought it had more ingredients :think:
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Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:05:16 PM
Day 5
(https://i.imgur.com/9AYR1KZ.jpg)
Wenger SI unbox a game of Klask, anyone plays this game?
Never seen it. Looks like fun :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:05:47 PM
D6
Thirty Six
Slow Saturday but i did find this replica patch i picked up a few years ago :D
:like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:06:57 PM
Day +06
Snack time with star apples
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:tu: Are they good ?
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:08:48 PM
Day 5
Again, a slightly late entry. Package opening was the order of the day. In accordance with General Order No. 3, the tape residue had to be cleaned off the blade afterwards.
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Did you try the awl for package opening?
If not then give it a try :pok:
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:09:26 PM
DAY 06:
Nice close-up Zoidb :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:35:59 PM
Day 6:
Got nicked by the blade when opening a toy my daughter got today at our joint birthday party.
Also used the backside phillips to put in batteries in said toy :tu:
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Congratulaions :2tu:
On your birthdays I mean! :D
Post by: Myron on February 05, 2022, 08:39:13 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:39:18 PM
GAK day 6
I managed to open a n´ice bottle of dark winter ale without getting nicked by the saw. Just be careful and it´s ok.
After a few of those belgium goodies the carefulness might slip a bit :pok:
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:40:26 PM
Day 6, no uses. Got a load firewood in, then took a nap.
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Sounds like a nice Saturday to me :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 05, 2022, 08:43:44 PM
Day 06
I've been overrun by a Snack Attack :ahhh
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Post by: Nix on February 05, 2022, 09:17:02 PM
The stiff, serrated blade did better than expected cutting up an apple (Gala, not my favorite, definitely not Mrs Nix's favorite.) at lunch time. :tu:
Post by: RF52 on February 05, 2022, 09:42:32 PM
Congratulaions :2tu:Thanks :cheers:
On your birthdays I mean! :D
Managed to get a baby sitter som me and the wife got out for some drinks :drink:
No pics of the 08 because of laws :facepalm:
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Post by: Appleandrew on February 05, 2022, 10:17:33 PM
Cocktail stirrer!!
(Non alcoholic, vegan, after midday, not while driving, welding, operating machinery type)……honest!@!
Chin chin!!
Post by: Appleandrew on February 05, 2022, 10:19:27 PM
Thanks :cheers:Laws? You mean In-laws. Too much company.
Managed to get a baby sitter som me and the wife got out for some drinks :drink:
No pics of the 08 because of laws :facepalm:
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 05, 2022, 11:12:26 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 05, 2022, 11:15:18 PM
I think it's D+5 at least. It's been one of those weeks...
I need to catch up with everyone's posts from the last few days at some point, but it looks like we're making cracking progress!
I was at the football today, we were at home and I needed to make some running repairs to the stall I man. I didn't get a photo of the screwdrivering, but post zip tie cutting was captured, along with a photo in the terrace once I'd got sorted.
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It was cold and wet, but the match unexpectedly went ahead and we won, so we're all good. :D
Post by: Echotech on February 06, 2022, 12:23:11 AM
Day 6: No use yet but made lots of noise today! (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/84664c21eada894afe9e00027fb5e53c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/6a21d1b123a9dc1964b0e47b509cf74f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/4ce2b47a913abe51bb7972a7ad17df9c.jpg)Very cool AL :like:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 06, 2022, 02:36:36 AM
D6Nice patch Santos!
Thirty Six
Slow Saturday but i did find this replica patch i picked up a few years ago :D
Looks very well made!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 06, 2022, 02:38:59 AM
Day 5Never heard about It! But I'll learn a bit about It! Looks fun!
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Wenger SI unbox a game of Klask, anyone plays this game?
(I and my boy are looking for a good game. We usually play chess)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 06, 2022, 02:40:17 AM
GAK day 6Nice one Ron!
I managed to open a n´ice bottle of dark winter ale without getting nicked by the saw. Just be careful and it´s ok.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 06, 2022, 02:46:49 AM
I did a little search in my books and I found this one, that is in the "to be read" list.
Rommel.
This one is was translated to portuguese by an army officer (Artillery). Let's see how the shell lands here.
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Post by: petey.grizz on February 06, 2022, 03:40:51 AM
Average day. Opened packages, cut down boxes, and used it to change the battery in my bass. Performed admirably. :salute:
Post by: Santos on February 06, 2022, 04:13:07 AM
Nice patch Santos!
Looks very well made!
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Yes would like to have one made where the red border is White instead, more inline with the Brazilian flag. Historical accuracy goes out the window but i feel the originals are smaller and had many organic variation given they would have been sewed by hand anyway.
Post by: Farmer X on February 06, 2022, 05:24:22 AM
I really like that black Pioneer :like:Thanks! I'm going to add more black Alox, hopefully soon.
Did you try the awl for package opening?Not yet. I have used the awl to deflate those air-filled "pillows" used as packing material, though.
If not then give it a try :pok:
I've been overrun by a Snack Attack :ahhhAm I going crazy, or are those wine-flavored Gummi candies?
Day 6: No use yet but made lots of noise today!:tu: Looks like a lot of fun!
Day 06
A lot of packages were delivered today (we cleared out the van). Some of the boxes were broken down outside. During that process, I discovered another benefit to having a lanyard on one's SAK: it makes the SAK much easier to grab with gloved hands.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 06, 2022, 06:09:45 AM
"Senta a púa!"
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 06, 2022, 06:21:18 AM
an uneventful deployment
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Post by: Echotech on February 06, 2022, 06:57:31 AM
Flat head perfect for cleaning under the mower
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Post by: an0nemus on February 06, 2022, 07:12:29 AM
Just admiring the locking mechanism of the 5mm screwdriver and bottle opener. Locks solidly in place
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Post by: Echotech on February 06, 2022, 07:38:39 AM
Oh! I thought it had more ingredients :think:That’s the all Tabasco version :rofl: :ahhh
:like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 06, 2022, 08:04:51 AM
Nice close-up Zoidb :like:
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 06, 2022, 08:04:59 AM
Post by: comis on February 06, 2022, 09:17:27 AM
Is it fun?You bet!
Never seen that before, but please go on and tell me how to play it :like:
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Never seen it. Looks like fun :tu:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTpPzAzzwyU
Post by: comis on February 06, 2022, 09:20:55 AM
My number one care package request was a carton of Camels. I never got it.I have been posting quite late due to busy schedule too, but it's better late than never.
:tu:
Surprisingly enough, I wasn't sore. I did enjoy some Seagram's 7 after dealing with the bombardment, though. (I wish I could remember where I ran across the doctor who said that, past the age of 45, one should not shovel snow anymore. I'm getting very close to that age.)
I haven't had a Bloody Mary in ages. Time to source some tomato juice...
I've never seen one of those before. They look interesting!
Day 5
Again, a slightly late entry. Package opening was the order of the day. In accordance with General Order No. 3, the tape residue had to be cleaned off the blade afterwards.
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Post by: comis on February 06, 2022, 09:22:01 AM
Day 6: No use yet but made lots of noise today! (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/84664c21eada894afe9e00027fb5e53c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/6a21d1b123a9dc1964b0e47b509cf74f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/4ce2b47a913abe51bb7972a7ad17df9c.jpg)Cool! The last pix was a good capture!
Post by: comis on February 06, 2022, 09:28:08 AM
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Little guy was hooked on fencing since he watched it from Olympics, luckily some of the family is big time fencer and hooked me with kid's fencing equipment. Wenger SI helped cut green foam for protection inside the mask.
Post by: comis on February 06, 2022, 09:28:26 AM
DAY 07:Neat!
Post by: Santos on February 06, 2022, 09:29:48 AM
Thirty Seven
Sleepy Sunday around the house. Prepped Lamb Slouvaki and salad for dinner. :dunno:
Post by: Ron Who on February 06, 2022, 09:36:14 AM
GAK day 7
Preparing a sunday morning coffee, a rather large one.
I´ll be going to a birthday party and will leave the GAK at home.
Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 10:22:03 AM
:salute:
"Senta a púa!"
:salute:
That P-47 looks well used, like my old Soldier :like:
Post by: RF52 on February 06, 2022, 10:28:07 AM
Walking the dog in the morning :tu:
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Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 10:46:38 AM
...
Day 06
A lot of packages were delivered today (we cleared out the van). Some of the boxes were broken down outside. During that process, I discovered another benefit to having a lanyard on one's SAK: it makes the SAK much easier to grab with gloved hands.
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I'm not a fan of lanyards myself, I find they get in the way too often. But then, I'm not a fan of gloves either :D
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 06, 2022, 11:09:46 AM
Day 7 (D+6)
Late reveille this morning, attendance at espresso ceremony compulsory though! Used an espresso base for cappuccino this morning.
Post by: Santos on February 06, 2022, 11:18:12 AM
Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 11:22:13 AM
McS, they’re called wine gums because they used to have wine names stamped on them - flavours were always undefinably fruity though! :rofl:
Day 7 (D+6)
Late reveille this morning, attendance at espresso ceremony compulsory though! Used an espresso base for cappuccino this morning.
Ah, yes... thanks :D
That's a fancy looking espresso machine :tu:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 06, 2022, 11:27:05 AM
That is a robot! i am not fooled!
That’s exactly what it is, Santos! McS, hand driven espresso machine, weirdly satisfying to use! M61 ‘63 enjoying the result.
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 06, 2022, 11:38:21 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 06, 2022, 12:34:24 PM
Post by: SubMY on February 06, 2022, 12:48:18 PM
Everyone knows cereal isn't actually for breakfast, you're supposed to save it for a snack. :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 12:54:27 PM
That’s exactly what it is, Santos! McS, hand driven espresso machine, weirdly satisfying to use! M61 ‘63 enjoying the result.
:2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 01:10:22 PM
D+6
Everyone knows cereal isn't actually for breakfast, you're supposed to save it for a snack. :salute:
You're wrong. Porridge in the morning makes you strong :pok:
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Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 01:12:29 PM
Day 07: Broke the ice out of our bird feeders with the combo tool.
....aaaand the sun is shining :2tu:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 06, 2022, 01:25:59 PM
Day 07: Broke the ice out of our bird feeders with the combo tool.
Looks like dangerous work! I’m sure the saw would snap back onto my fingers! :facepalm:
Post by: comis on February 06, 2022, 01:55:35 PM
Day 7:I remember those daily walk pictures, almost therapeutic in its own way.
Walking the dog in the morning :tu:
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McS, they’re called wine gums because they used to have wine names stamped on them - flavours were always undefinably fruity though! :rofl:Respect to those whom take their coffee seriously!
Day 7 (D+6)
Late reveille this morning, attendance at espresso ceremony compulsory though! Used an espresso base for cappuccino this morning.
Post by: RF52 on February 06, 2022, 02:53:14 PM
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Post by: RF52 on February 06, 2022, 02:54:46 PM
Laws? You mean In-laws. Too much company.Meant knife laws, the inlaws find it useful to have a knife around :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on February 06, 2022, 02:56:06 PM
Day 6: No use yet but made lots of noise today! (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/84664c21eada894afe9e00027fb5e53c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/6a21d1b123a9dc1964b0e47b509cf74f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220205/4ce2b47a913abe51bb7972a7ad17df9c.jpg)That is cool! At my old job we made small canons from retired train axles :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on February 06, 2022, 02:59:18 PM
You bet!:tu:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTpPzAzzwyU
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Post by: Appleandrew on February 06, 2022, 03:56:00 PM
A day spent doing not so much!
Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 06:46:25 PM
Day 07
Made a fire after fighting storm and rain on my bike. I'll probably be snoring in a few minutes ....
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 06, 2022, 07:21:04 PM
Looks like dangerous work! I’m sure the saw would snap back onto my fingers! :facepalm:
Post by: RF52 on February 06, 2022, 07:41:58 PM
Sweet!Day 07
Made a fire after fighting storm and rain on my bike. I'll probably be snoring in a few minutes ....
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Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 08:22:26 PM
I've enough SAK scars Rizio...I definitely keep my fingers out of the way!
:pok: :D
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 06, 2022, 08:43:59 PM
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Opening up breakfast. The can lost integrity part way through, so it became difficult and I nearly lost a finger...
Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 08:53:18 PM
D+6
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Opening up breakfast. The can lost integrity part way through, so it became difficult and I nearly lost a finger...
The sauce is supposed to be red, right? :ahhh
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 06, 2022, 09:02:47 PM
D+6
Everyone knows cereal isn't actually for breakfast, you're supposed to save it for a snack. :salute:
oh i agree,it's one of my favourite snacks :D
Day 6
another Southern African military history book i read,on the formation and operational deployment of Rhodesia's special forces,the Selous Scouts.
the author is the founder and former commander of this unit.
i have a survival book written by him,think it was late 80's/early 90's
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Post by: Myron on February 06, 2022, 09:09:49 PM
I’ve been best buddies with these guys for 30 years, since graduate engineering school.
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 06, 2022, 10:25:43 PM
The sauce is supposed to be red, right? :ahhh
Brown sauce with breakfast, otherwise you're a wrong 'un. :pok:
Post by: Nix on February 06, 2022, 10:58:04 PM
Had a great 10K ski today. The aprés-ski happy hour was generously provided by my buddy and the trusty Pioneer was just the tool for the cheese and salmon.
Looks like a fabulous day! :like:
Post by: Nix on February 06, 2022, 11:00:44 PM
I did a little search in my books and I found this one, that is in the "to be read" list.
Rommel.
Nice!
Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 11:04:10 PM
Looks like a fabulous day! :like:
:iagree: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 06, 2022, 11:05:31 PM
Brown sauce with breakfast, otherwise you're a wrong 'un. :pok:
I meant, it looks red but hopefully not because your finger left some blood in it :P
Post by: Nix on February 06, 2022, 11:05:51 PM
Making chili today.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 06, 2022, 11:27:32 PM
Had a great 10K ski today. The aprés-ski happy hour was generously provided by my buddy and the trusty Pioneer was just the tool for the cheese and salmon.
I’ve been best buddies with these guys for 30 years, since graduate engineering school.
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Looks like a great day out, Myron! :drink:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 06, 2022, 11:29:58 PM
:pok: :D
I've enough SAK scars Rizio...I definitely keep my fingers out of the way!
Nice! I can see why the Germans asked for the safety cover - opening beers with that tool is asking for injuries! :whistle:
Post by: Myron on February 07, 2022, 12:37:05 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 07, 2022, 01:29:20 AM
Nice! I can see why the Germans asked for the safety cover - opening beers with that tool is asking for injuries! :whistle::iagree:. It really makes me wonder about the designer... definitely not for the intoxicated beer drinker :D
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 07, 2022, 03:08:39 AM
Post by: petey.grizz on February 07, 2022, 03:14:32 AM
Arthritis kept me out of commission today. No use.
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 07, 2022, 03:44:19 AM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 07, 2022, 03:49:52 AM
D-7
I used the SI main blade to open a package of pasta for a quick lunch.
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Post by: Nix on February 07, 2022, 04:50:12 AM
Arthritis kept me out of commission today.
Sorry 'bout that! Hope you are feeling better, soon. :tu:
Post by: Echotech on February 07, 2022, 04:53:10 AM
The SE is excellent on vegetables
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Post by: Farmer X on February 07, 2022, 06:00:52 AM
Day 07
No use today, so the black Pioneer posed with my other user Pioneer.
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Post by: zoidberg on February 07, 2022, 08:14:20 AM
Neat!
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 07, 2022, 08:16:46 AM
Day 07
Made a fire after fighting storm and rain on my bike. I'll probably be snoring in a few minutes ....
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:tu:
Post by: zoidberg on February 07, 2022, 08:17:03 AM
Had a great 10K ski today. The aprés-ski happy hour was generously provided by my buddy and the trusty Pioneer was just the tool for the cheese and salmon.
I’ve been best buddies with these guys for 30 years, since graduate engineering school.
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Post by: comis on February 07, 2022, 08:29:51 AM
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Anyone watches Winter Olympic games? I don't normally watch curling usually, but do tend to follow it whenever the Olympic is on.
Post by: comis on February 07, 2022, 08:31:54 AM
Nice Gif!Day 07
Made a fire after fighting storm and rain on my bike. I'll probably be snoring in a few minutes ....
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Had a great 10K ski today. The aprés-ski happy hour was generously provided by my buddy and the trusty Pioneer was just the tool for the cheese and salmon.That's golden! Looks like great time!
I’ve been best buddies with these guys for 30 years, since graduate engineering school.
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Post by: comis on February 07, 2022, 08:33:41 AM
D-7Hope you'd feel better by now.
Arthritis kept me out of commission today. No use.
Post by: zoidberg on February 07, 2022, 08:34:45 AM
Cut the old boot off the lawnmower spark plug lead, then used awl to make hole in new boot because they hadn't made the part properly.
Removed tags from some sports stuff for the kids.
Fixed a failed pocket on my favourite run vest.
Was about 10km into the run yesterday when I noticed one of the water bottles wasn't where it should be... PANIC.
Thankfully it had just fallen into the next pocket when the stitching broke.
Post by: zoidberg on February 07, 2022, 08:38:14 AM
Day 6
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Anyone watches Winter Olympic games? I don't normally watch curling usually, but do tend to follow it whenever the Olympic is on.
I usually would but our tv died some months ago and I still haven't got around to replacing it.
Post by: an0nemus on February 07, 2022, 12:03:37 PM
Thanks awl! It was indeed a great day.Friendship, food and folding field knife. Great combo!
Post by: an0nemus on February 07, 2022, 12:07:45 PM
Doing urban reconnaissance
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 07, 2022, 12:16:57 PM
This is probably going to be one of my most frequent tasks - opening the post!
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 07, 2022, 01:47:22 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on February 07, 2022, 01:52:30 PM
Quote
Day 8
Opening post…. Salesy post needs to arrive earlier in the month to catch my disposable income.
Post by: Nix on February 07, 2022, 02:55:46 PM
Anyone watches Winter Olympic games?
Some fun sports and games, but I don't usually follow the Oly's.
Post by: Nix on February 07, 2022, 02:56:26 PM
Day 08: Out for a walk.
Lookin' frosty, Barry. :tu:
Post by: Myron on February 07, 2022, 02:56:48 PM
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Post by: Nix on February 07, 2022, 02:58:04 PM
This is probably going to be one of my most frequent tasks - opening the post!
Signals Corp is crucial to awl ops. :rofl:
Post by: RF52 on February 07, 2022, 04:01:44 PM
Made a lanyard for a Titanium prybar :tu:
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Post by: Nix on February 07, 2022, 04:30:19 PM
Day 8:
Made a lanyard for a Titanium prybar :tu:
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I haven't cut up any rope or cordage with my '08, but I expect it is quite efficient..... :tu:
Post by: SubMY on February 07, 2022, 04:38:02 PM
A little late posting today, but here's a picture of breakfast today if you squint you can make out out my SAK in the corner. I finally got around to giving it a touch up, its blasphemy but I tend to let my SAK be a little dull normally :whistle:
I usually carry another folding knife in addition to it, but with this challenge it's the only thing I have, so a dull blade is a little aggravating.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 07, 2022, 05:05:38 PM
I meant, it looks red but hopefully not because your finger left some blood in it :P
That was pre-cooking, the brown sauce went on afterwards. And I didn't find any blood, so we'll call that a small victory!
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 07, 2022, 05:06:34 PM
Day 6
(https://i.imgur.com/hqj4g0u.jpg)
Anyone watches Winter Olympic games? I don't normally watch curling usually, but do tend to follow it whenever the Olympic is on.
I usually follow the curling and ice hockey. A bit difficult to do so in work, unfortunately.
Post by: Ron Who on February 07, 2022, 05:26:31 PM
No uses today.
(I don´t get any mail on Mondays).
Post by: RF52 on February 07, 2022, 06:13:44 PM
I haven't cut up any rope or cordage with my '08, but I expect it is quite efficient..... :tu:It did the job very well, and I think I prefer the serrations on the outer part of the blade compared to the normal partially serrated blades, just wish it was a little more plain edge :tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 07, 2022, 06:44:58 PM
Day 6
(https://i.imgur.com/hqj4g0u.jpg)
Anyone watches Winter Olympic games? I don't normally watch curling usually, but do tend to follow it whenever the Olympic is on.
I follow Biathlon mainly (have to record it for watching in the evening), but speed skating, downhill skiing and the sliding events can be pretty fun to watch too!
Post by: McStitchy on February 07, 2022, 07:00:01 PM
Nice Gif!
:hatsoff:
Post by: McStitchy on February 07, 2022, 07:10:37 PM
Day 08
Always a good choice...
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Post by: Nix on February 07, 2022, 07:32:40 PM
here's a picture of breakfast today if you squint you can make out out my SAK in the corner.
Good news: high command is considering awarding you a commendation for bravery in the field for having that breakfast. And, a Purple Heart if you actually ate it.
Yes! Keep 'em sharp! :tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 07, 2022, 07:55:01 PM
Another stressful day in the field, so we've gone a bit early on the Easter eggs for a cocoa and sugar hit...
(https://i.imgur.com/CRFXJJe.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 07, 2022, 08:33:52 PM
Another stressful day in the field, so we've gone a bit early on the Easter eggs for a cocoa and sugar hit...
Sometimes you gotta take your comforts when and where you can. "Pogey bait" is a classic. ;)
Post by: McStitchy on February 07, 2022, 09:02:38 PM
Good news: high command is considering awarding you a commendation for bravery in the field for having that breakfast. And, a Purple Heart if you actually ate it.
Yes! Keep 'em sharp! :tu:
:rofl:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 07, 2022, 09:09:55 PM
i cut some thread today :D
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 07, 2022, 09:33:52 PM
:rofl: :tu::rofl:
Post by: SubMY on February 07, 2022, 09:54:03 PM
Good news: high command is considering awarding you a commendation for bravery in the field for having that breakfast. And, a Purple Heart if you actually ate it.
Yes! Keep 'em sharp! :tu:
If this darn unit is like any of the others, I'm sure those awards will all be downgraded to an early release on a Friday, and a BOGO coupon for coffee from the base coffee shop. :rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 07, 2022, 10:16:27 PM
Post by: Nix on February 07, 2022, 11:26:53 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/VsvxdgR.png)
Post by: Nix on February 07, 2022, 11:28:49 PM
If this darn unit is like any of the others, I'm sure those awards will all be downgraded to an early release on a Friday, and a BOGO coupon for coffee from the base coffee shop. :rofl:
:facepalm: Yeah. We've just been informed that High Command has suddenly, and unexpectedly, run out of coffee coupons. Enjoy your Friday evening! :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 07, 2022, 11:30:54 PM
Back on the FOB....Mrs Nix and I enjoyed the traditional MTo tea-time snack: tea and Jaffa cakes. The '08 liberated the cakes with ease. ;)Perfect use Nix! ☕☕
(https://i.imgur.com/VsvxdgR.png)
Post by: Nix on February 07, 2022, 11:33:14 PM
Post by: McStitchy on February 08, 2022, 01:03:00 AM
If this darn unit is like any of the others, I'm sure those awards will all be downgraded to an early release on a Friday, and a BOGO coupon for coffee from the base coffee shop. :rofl:
You guys got coupons? :P
Post by: McStitchy on February 08, 2022, 01:05:21 AM
Back on the FOB....Mrs Nix and I enjoyed the traditional MTo tea-time snack: tea and Jaffa cakes. The '08 liberated the cakes with ease. ;)
(https://i.imgur.com/VsvxdgR.png)
Someone squished them! :dwts:
Still, better than the MRE cookies :think:
Post by: Farmer X on February 08, 2022, 02:51:10 AM
More opening and breakdown of boxes. Tries the awl for that purpose today. It did okay, but I think it would do better on plastic-based tape.
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Post by: Echotech on February 08, 2022, 04:04:18 AM
Completely forgotten about this book
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 08, 2022, 04:53:41 AM
My birthday gift from my girlfriend. :like:
(https://i.imgur.com/PN5vzQn.jpg)
Post by: Echotech on February 08, 2022, 05:10:26 AM
Post by: comis on February 08, 2022, 05:18:25 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/brIE0Hi.jpg)
Another regular duty of Wenger SI is unboxing.
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 08, 2022, 05:40:51 AM
:like: happy birthday RP :cheers:
Thanks! :like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 08, 2022, 06:45:32 AM
Post by: Santos on February 08, 2022, 06:51:28 AM
Photos taken on D8/D9 reporting now. I usually take a photo on my phone, wait for the transfer on google photos then upload from my laptop to the forum. Sounds needlessly complicated but i don't like to forum by phone.
D8
Thirty-Eight
Soldier was AWOL for most of the day, turned out Soldier was at blade ready guarding kitchen bench since being used for Lamb Souvlaki the previous night. Processed potatoes and sweet potatoes for dinner, decided i didn't need more protein that day
D9
Thirty-Nine
Sliced Citric and peach flavour perishables for lunch. Open parcels etc etc
Post by: RF52 on February 08, 2022, 07:43:24 AM
Opening service parts :tu:
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Post by: McStitchy on February 08, 2022, 08:56:06 AM
Day 08
More opening and breakdown of boxes. Tries the awl for that purpose today. It did okay, but I think it would do better on plastic-based tape.
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:iagree: :like:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 08, 2022, 09:00:33 AM
Day 9 (D+8)
Crumpet opening duty for breakfast - looks quite gloomy out there this morning…..
Post by: comis on February 08, 2022, 09:03:55 AM
I usually would but our tv died some months ago and I still haven't got around to replacing it.I could relay to this, I use not to watch TV unless it is news or major sport events like this. Some of my friends don't even have TV at home nowadays.
Some fun sports and games, but I don't usually follow the Oly's.I think for those how follow certain sports, it maybe cool to see familiar faces on Oly just for fun sake.
Post by: an0nemus on February 08, 2022, 09:08:17 AM
Thanks! :like:Happy birthday, RP!
Post by: an0nemus on February 08, 2022, 09:12:19 AM
Afternoon apple snacks
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Post by: comis on February 08, 2022, 09:14:49 AM
I usually follow the curling and ice hockey. A bit difficult to do so in work, unfortunately.I too miss out a few events here and there, but luckily there are a good amount of replay found on social media.
I follow Biathlon mainly (have to record it for watching in the evening), but speed skating, downhill skiing and the sliding events can be pretty fun to watch too!Those are super exciting to watch, I watched women's luge, and it was totally counterintuitive--one hand you have to lay as flat as possible for minimum drag, but on the other hand, I can't fathom how you could maneuver at 60+ mph/ 100km/h when you cannot see. Maybe they are all Jedi in making?
Post by: comis on February 08, 2022, 09:17:44 AM
D-9Slightly late, but happy Bday, RP!!
My birthday gift from my girlfriend. :like:
(https://i.imgur.com/PN5vzQn.jpg)
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 08, 2022, 11:34:56 AM
Breaking down card board like a boss!
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 08, 2022, 11:44:33 AM
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Post by: RF52 on February 08, 2022, 12:16:08 PM
D-9Happy birthday
My birthday gift from my girlfriend. :like:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 08, 2022, 12:42:27 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 08, 2022, 03:16:01 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 08, 2022, 03:23:21 PM
That's a really cool worn look McS!!Day 08
Always a good choice...
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 08, 2022, 03:24:35 PM
Back on the FOB....Mrs Nix and I enjoyed the traditional MTo tea-time snack: tea and Jaffa cakes. The '08 liberated the cakes with ease. ;)Wow! That's nice!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 08, 2022, 03:28:00 PM
A bit late...
No uses on D-8. An unusually troubled day.
A lot of rain (thanks for It), power and internet shortages to complete all the messy day.
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Post by: Nix on February 08, 2022, 03:36:38 PM
My birthday gift from my girlfriend. :like:
Happy Birthday! Cool zippo!
Post by: Nix on February 08, 2022, 03:37:37 PM
Completely forgotten about this book
That looks interesting!
Post by: Nix on February 08, 2022, 03:40:05 PM
:ahhhCOMMS DOWN! I REPEAT COMMSS DOWN! :ahhh
Good work getting comms back up and continuing on! :salute:
Post by: Nix on February 08, 2022, 03:40:48 PM
DAY 09:
Fabulous view, zoidberg. :tu:
Post by: Appleandrew on February 08, 2022, 03:49:11 PM
A collection of junk posted through the letter box.
Post by: SubMY on February 08, 2022, 04:52:27 PM
Here we go putting it through the most important task.
Post by: Ron Who on February 08, 2022, 05:27:09 PM
No uses today
My landlord fixed the broken fence. I think it´s a sloppy job, I hope it´s a temporary fix.
Post by: Ron Who on February 08, 2022, 06:13:45 PM
Which might have you guys wondering whether I eat enough candies and cakes.
Don´t worry!
I know it´s fun to open the snacks with a SAK but I´d rather use my hands if it´s possible.
And I probably eat too much candy.
Post by: Ron Who on February 08, 2022, 06:19:17 PM
DAY 09:Beautiful :like:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 08, 2022, 06:20:06 PM
Cutting up dinner is as useful as it's got today. Although, I have to say, that's pretty damned useful!
(https://i.imgur.com/sawDJN2.jpg)
Post by: Ron Who on February 08, 2022, 06:25:11 PM
:iagree:. It really makes me wonder about the designer... definitely not for the intoxicated beer drinker :D
I guess I was lucky I had only one bottle :D
BTW I lost the saw cover. And I noticed your GAK has the match striker on the saw. Mine doesn´t.
Post by: Myron on February 08, 2022, 06:56:34 PM
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Post by: Nix on February 08, 2022, 10:11:16 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 08, 2022, 11:30:43 PM
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 12:11:28 AM
That's a really cool worn look McS!!
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I like it too :cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 12:14:52 AM
Day 09
No usage today :dunno:
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 09, 2022, 02:32:18 AM
No uses today. Glamour shot with the MP400 who lives in my backpack.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220209/66652ba7daaa8e8c12aeb392896a783e.jpg)
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Post by: Farmer X on February 09, 2022, 02:53:52 AM
My birthday gift from my girlfriend.Happy belated, and a mighty fine Zippo!
Breaking the seal!:like: I want to try that Death Wish Coffee.
Here we go putting it through the most important task.Hey, a soldier's gotta eat. I think the MREs today are better than they were 15-20 years ago, or is that just wishful thinking on my part?
Day 08
Yesterday I had occasion to test the awl on more conventional packaging tape. It did okay enough, but I like the blade better for that purpose, as the blade has two cutting edges.
More box opening and breakdown today. I had a picture, but due to an equipment malfunction, I had to settle for a photo of the Pioneer on a Pirouline can.
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Post by: Echotech on February 09, 2022, 05:00:05 AM
Mod 2008, 2018 intake sharing stories with some returned service personnel :salute:
Oldest is from 1932 newest 1962
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 09, 2022, 05:28:19 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 09, 2022, 05:29:00 AM
Post by: RF52 on February 09, 2022, 06:22:17 AM
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Post by: RF52 on February 09, 2022, 06:23:10 AM
Edited thanks to the watchful eye of Zoid :cheers:
No more stuff to open so far so the 08 tags along for a testdrive to see if I can find anything wrong with the turbo or wastegate :tu:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 09, 2022, 07:08:39 AM
Day 09
No usage today :dunno:
(https://i.imgur.com/e6h9csC.jpg)
very cool shot,nice character on this tool
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 09, 2022, 07:09:18 AM
Day 10
Mod 2008, 2018 intake sharing stories with some returned service personnel :salute:
Oldest is from 1932 newest 1962
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amazing :salute:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 09, 2022, 07:10:13 AM
i used the awl as a package opener
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51870479670_f59106df77.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n2BLt1)20220208_161146 (https://flic.kr/p/2n2BLt1) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: zoidberg on February 09, 2022, 08:09:56 AM
Fabulous view, zoidberg. :tu:
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 09, 2022, 08:10:24 AM
Beautiful :like:
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 09, 2022, 08:11:25 AM
Day 10:
More parts.
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We saw that pic yesterday. :pok:
Post by: RF52 on February 09, 2022, 08:14:10 AM
We saw that pic yesterday. :pok:Good eye :tu: Had forgotten to delete it :facepalm:
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Post by: zoidberg on February 09, 2022, 08:18:53 AM
Rained all day.
The front brake caliper was leaking, new seals for both sides and replaced one of the pistons.
There goes knife and beer money for the next month.
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 08:33:08 AM
D-9
No uses today. Glamour shot with the MP400 who lives in my backpack.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220209/66652ba7daaa8e8c12aeb392896a783e.jpg)
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Nice combo :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 08:37:53 AM
Day 08
Yesterday I had occasion to test the awl on more conventional packaging tape. It did okay enough, but I like the blade better for that purpose, as the blade has two cutting edges.
More box opening and breakdown today. I had a picture, but due to an equipment malfunction, I had to settle for a photo of the Pioneer on a Pirouline can.
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Those Pirouline wafers are dangerous :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 08:39:40 AM
Day 10
Mod 2008, 2018 intake sharing stories with some returned service personnel :salute:
Oldest is from 1932 newest 1962
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Very nice collection Echo :dd:
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 08:47:40 AM
Day 20: Opening a bag of wood pellets.
:2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 08:48:26 AM
Day 10:
Edited thanks to the watchful eye of Zoid :cheers:
No more stuff to open so far so the 08 tags along for a testdrive to see if I can find anything wrong with the turbo or wastegate :tu:
Good company :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 08:51:16 AM
very cool shot,nice character on this tool
:hatsoff:
Day 8
i used the awl as a package opener
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51870479670_f59106df77.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n2BLt1)20220208_161146 (https://flic.kr/p/2n2BLt1) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Keeps the knife blade intact :tu:
Post by: RF52 on February 09, 2022, 08:51:48 AM
DAY 10:Good pic :like:
Rained all day.
The front brake caliper was leaking, new seals for both sides and replaced one of the pistons.
There goes knife and beer money for the next month.
Too bad about the brakes though.
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Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 08:54:39 AM
DAY 10:
Rained all day.
The front brake caliper was leaking, new seals for both sides and replaced one of the pistons.
There goes knife and beer money for the next month.
One of those days :-\
Nice pic though :tu:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 09, 2022, 09:07:53 AM
Day 10 (D+9)
Used the big screwdriver to open the battery hatch on my trackpad to swap over batteries once more before another fun day at the keyboard! :facepalm:
Post by: Echotech on February 09, 2022, 09:24:16 AM
Very nice!! :like:
amazing :salute:
Very nice collection Echo :dd:
Nice work, y’awl! Great to see that part of your collection again, Echotech - they’re looking shinier than ever!
Thanks guys :tu: :tu: :cheers:
Post by: RF52 on February 09, 2022, 09:50:36 AM
New airfilter :tu:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 09, 2022, 10:24:16 AM
Ikea stuff.
(https://i.imgur.com/ByCuUuz.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3TYRo2u.jpg)
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Post by: Santos on February 09, 2022, 12:09:33 PM
Forty
More food prep, this time leftovers that needed using up including roast beef Havarti cheese, fresh basil and turkish bread. Air fied melt... left it a minute or two too long..
I am a little anxious about sharpening the soldier never had much success sharpening Victorinox (or most things really) :(
Post by: an0nemus on February 09, 2022, 12:20:33 PM
No use today but always ready for any emergency
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Post by: RF52 on February 09, 2022, 12:41:21 PM
Looks tasty @Santos :drool:
Nice pic @an0nemus :like:
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Post by: an0nemus on February 09, 2022, 12:49:48 PM
Nice pic @an0nemus :like:
Thanks! :cheers:
Post by: comis on February 09, 2022, 02:42:00 PM
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Posting much later than my usual, Wenger SI here helped with little guy's online class homework.
Day 9
(https://i.imgur.com/srZ37no.jpg)
I started this whole operation late, and so I had been posting much later than my usual time zone. Now I am advancing my post forward, just so I am more in sync with the operating theatre.
I got a pack of 'teething biscuit' for the little guy, not knowing this is hard as a rock. But it's alright after dipping it in coffee or milk.
Post by: comis on February 09, 2022, 02:51:05 PM
D-10Those dish organizer over the sink is a real space saver and useful!
Ikea stuff.
(https://i.imgur.com/ByCuUuz.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3TYRo2u.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/7LW41yx.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Rclx8WR.jpg)
D10Sandwich looks great!
Forty
More food prep, this time leftovers that needed using up including roast beef Havarti cheese, fresh basil and turkish bread. Air fied melt... left it a minute or two too long..
I am a little anxious about sharpening the soldier never had much success sharpening Victorinox (or most things really) :(
Everyone probably has his/her go to. I don't know if you owe a Spyderco Sharpmaker, but I do wholeheartedly recommend it if you are into multitool and knives. I got one of the most consistent result from using it, it works similar to freehand but without the long practice time and much easier to master.
Post by: comis on February 09, 2022, 02:52:59 PM
D+8. No special uses today but last night I used my trusty Pioneer to open a package from England with some very cool new pocket knives. I’ll post a pic of those later.:popcorn:
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Day 10Very nice collection!
Mod 2008, 2018 intake sharing stories with some returned service personnel :salute:
Oldest is from 1932 newest 1962
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Post by: Ron Who on February 09, 2022, 04:56:34 PM
Apart from opening the mail, no uses today.
Here´s the GAK on my favorite food magazine.
Post by: Appleandrew on February 09, 2022, 05:08:56 PM
opening impenetrable Jiffy bag..
Post by: SubMY on February 09, 2022, 05:14:10 PM
Posting late today, heres dinner with my SAK, not the most appealing thing in the world. I send pictures of my meals to my wife to rack up some pity points while I'm gone, so far its had little effect. :dunno:
Only thing my SAK got used for today was trimming some loose threads off my uniform and slicing some pages out of a notebook.
Post by: Nix on February 09, 2022, 05:52:26 PM
Day 20
Barry....I think you forgot to synchronize your watch before we jumped off. Today is D+9 (aka Day 10). Let's get you dialed in and squared away!
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 09, 2022, 05:55:19 PM
:hatsoff:
Keeps the knife blade intact :tu:
keeps me from getting sliced if the tool slips on that vile plastic
::)
Post by: Nix on February 09, 2022, 05:55:38 PM
Posting late today, heres dinner with my SAK, not the most appealing thing in the world. I send pictures of my meals to my wife to rack up some pity points while I'm gone, so far its had little effect. :dunno:
Have you requested re-supply? A.k.a. relief packages?
Let us know if we should contact the Red Cross.....
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 09, 2022, 06:11:54 PM
Did you start the challenge earlier @Barry Rowland?
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 09, 2022, 06:12:51 PM
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Barry....I think you forgot to synchronize your watch before we jumped off. Today is D+9 (aka Day 10). Let's get you dialed in and squared away!
Post by: Myron on February 09, 2022, 06:19:30 PM
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Post by: RF52 on February 09, 2022, 06:42:53 PM
:facepalm: Working night shift does things to your mind..I totally understand that :tu:
The only times I've worked nights were when I got good overtime pay and the day after off(also paid)
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Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 06:51:23 PM
keeps me from getting sliced if the tool slips on that vile plastic
::)
:dwts:
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 06:53:08 PM
Have you requested re-supply? A.k.a. relief packages?
Let us know if we should contact the Red Cross.....
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It looks a bit... greasy :pok:
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 06:57:03 PM
Day 10
Supplies...
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I like my new zip tie opening method :P
Post by: GearedForwards on February 09, 2022, 08:13:55 PM
Quote
Everyone probably has his/her go to. I don't know if you owe a Spyderco Sharpmaker, but I do wholeheartedly recommend it if you are into multitool and knives. I got one of the most consistent result from using it, it works similar to freehand but without the long practice time and much easier to master.
The Sharpmaker is a good overall system, I vouch for the recommendation. If you want to try a similar but cheaper system the Lansky Turnbox is the same principle :tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 09, 2022, 08:29:30 PM
Cutting the tag off a t-shirt.
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Post by: Nix on February 09, 2022, 09:44:58 PM
Day 10. Pretty sure I’m going through scissors withdrawal.
Yeah...... So far I think I wished I had had a pair on only one instance, but, more so, I just like having a pair in my pocket. :-\
Post by: Nix on February 09, 2022, 09:46:32 PM
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Post by: Nix on February 09, 2022, 09:47:32 PM
It looks a bit... greasy :pok:
Beggars can't be choosy! :twak:
Post by: SubMY on February 09, 2022, 10:04:11 PM
Have you requested re-supply? A.k.a. relief packages?
Let us know if we should contact the Red Cross.....
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:rofl: we often joke that we'd get better food as POWs
Post by: McStitchy on February 09, 2022, 10:11:21 PM
I prefer the in-line awl, but the backside awl is awl-right.
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That's awl that matters :D
Post by: Nix on February 09, 2022, 10:32:37 PM
Post by: Echotech on February 09, 2022, 11:26:14 PM
Very nice collection!
Thanks comis :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 10, 2022, 01:55:30 AM
D+9Wow!
Posting late today, heres dinner with my SAK, not the most appealing thing in the world. I send pictures of my meals to my wife to rack up some pity points while I'm gone, so far its had little effect. :dunno:
Only thing my SAK got used for today was trimming some loose threads off my uniform and slicing some pages out of a notebook.
Looks very similar to my lunch today at work. Impressive.
I even talked to a coleague: "Looks that someone hired the cook from the old armored infantry batallion"
He said: "The 28nd!"
Was funny, despite the very bland food...
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 10, 2022, 02:03:12 AM
A little maintenance on my work boots.
Removing all oil, grease and everything that you can find in turbomachinery...
The marks on the leather can't be removed, but it's not a pair of parade boots.
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Post by: Farmer X on February 10, 2022, 03:45:32 AM
Oldest is from 1932 newest 1962:like: Some terrific old Soldiers you have there!
Working night shift does things to your mind..It sure can. Oddly enough, I adapt to night shift quickly, and take a little longer to re-adapt to day shift. Nights were definitely preferable during WESTPAC 2006.
The marks on the leather can't be removed, but it's not a pair of parade boots.That's a pretty good shine. Hope you don't have to deal with salt like I do.
Day 10
Some shrimp arrived today. Of course, they used nasty smurfy tape on the box, so I had to break out the Zippo fuel and clean off the resultant residue.
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Post by: Echotech on February 10, 2022, 03:59:02 AM
:like: Some terrific old Soldiers you have there!
Thanks FX :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on February 10, 2022, 03:59:39 AM
Gift for a friend’s daughter
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 10, 2022, 05:11:30 AM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 10, 2022, 07:21:45 AM
no use day
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 10, 2022, 07:51:27 AM
Some shrimp arrived today. Of course, they used nasty smurfy tape on the box, so I had to break out the Zippo fuel and clean off the resultant residue.
You should try and use the awl and avoid the tape gunge issue entirely (well, almost!). :D
Post by: zoidberg on February 10, 2022, 09:52:07 AM
Good pic :like:
Too bad about the brakes though.
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:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 10, 2022, 09:54:09 AM
One of those days :-\
Nice pic though :tu:
Yeah, today wasn't much better but that happens right. Makes us appreciate it more when things aren't so bad. :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 10, 2022, 09:58:42 AM
Day 10. Pretty sure I’m going through scissors withdrawal.
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Oh I'm with you there.
Post by: zoidberg on February 10, 2022, 10:03:13 AM
Day 10: My right hand man on the assembly bench tonight!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220210/841059546b5b2c8b8f3cf76ecc36c9b5.jpg)
:like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 10, 2022, 10:03:57 AM
Driving home after a very long day in the city.
Post by: RF52 on February 10, 2022, 10:04:56 AM
Edit: Now I see it :tu:
Nice pic :like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 10, 2022, 10:07:51 AM
I didn't forget it... just fumbled the phone and hit post by mistake. :facepalm:
Post by: RF52 on February 10, 2022, 10:17:39 AM
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Post by: zoidberg on February 10, 2022, 10:34:04 AM
That can happen quick :tu: Hope your day was a little better than yesterday :tu:
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Well the garage hadn't bleed the brakes properly and then when checking the imbalance I noted the rear brakes % was below acceptable so I'll be replacing the master cylinder asap and then the cv boots which are about to go... it never ends.
Just have to look for the good though right, tomorrow is another day, enjoy the small things.
:cheers:
:cheers:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 10, 2022, 10:44:48 AM
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Post by: an0nemus on February 10, 2022, 11:16:44 AM
Drove by a fishpond and took this pic
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 10, 2022, 11:30:07 AM
Some shrimp arrived today. Of course, they used nasty smurfy tape on the box, so I had to break out the Zippo fuel and clean off the resultant residue.
You should try and use the awl and avoid the tape gunge issue entirely (well, almost!). :D
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 10, 2022, 11:33:47 AM
Anyhow, great work everyone!
Day 11 (D+10)
Back to post opening duties (intel acquisition? Sadly just mass junk mail winnowing!)….
Post by: SubMY on February 10, 2022, 12:18:43 PM
Just normal day to day duties.
Post by: comis on February 10, 2022, 12:20:16 PM
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No use today, but the family decide to take the little guy outside for a quick walk.
Post by: comis on February 10, 2022, 12:26:19 PM
Day 10: My right hand man on the assembly bench tonight!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220210/841059546b5b2c8b8f3cf76ecc36c9b5.jpg)Cool! Are those cannon functional? I remember seeing them on social media awhile ago, they were all the rage.
DAY 11:Nice pix! For a split second I thought I was seeing a Fast and Furious 7 promo picture.
Driving home after a very long day in the city.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 10, 2022, 12:27:05 PM
Postie cam back just now with a parcel from Switzerland which I wasn’t expecting for a while given current slowness of postal services - thankfully I was wrong. Many thanks to SAK118 - I’m really looking forward to reading this!
Post by: RF52 on February 10, 2022, 01:18:44 PM
Well the garage hadn't bleed the brakes properly and then when checking the imbalance I noted the rear brakes % was below acceptable so I'll be replacing the master cylinder asap and then the cv boots which are about to go... it never ends.Atleast you have a good attitude :cheers:
Just have to look for the good though right, tomorrow is another day, enjoy the small things.
:cheers:
:cheers:
Fingers crossed it gets better soon :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on February 10, 2022, 01:26:45 PM
Post by: RF52 on February 10, 2022, 01:28:33 PM
New project knife arrived in the mail :tu:
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Post by: Appleandrew on February 10, 2022, 02:28:06 PM
Package opening duties sir!
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 10, 2022, 02:31:49 PM
Post by: Ron Who on February 10, 2022, 05:16:59 PM
Snack duty
Post by: Nix on February 10, 2022, 06:24:17 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on February 10, 2022, 07:47:05 PM
Day 11
Put a new mud guard at my mtb...
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Post by: RF52 on February 10, 2022, 11:00:49 PM
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 11, 2022, 12:16:12 AM
Canadian supplies shipped into the UK...
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Post by: Nix on February 11, 2022, 12:52:53 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 11, 2022, 02:46:28 AM
The SI opened mail with the inline awl(some), and helped me to pry open a lamp cover on my old warhorse(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220211/aa84f3ee47defebeb529b8edac4506bb.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on February 11, 2022, 03:11:42 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 11, 2022, 04:43:02 AM
Post by: Echotech on February 11, 2022, 05:06:20 AM
Day 12
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Post by: Farmer X on February 11, 2022, 05:40:19 AM
My right hand man on the assembly bench tonight!:like: I don't really need to be falling down any more rabbit holes, but I gotta ask: who makes those?
You should try and use the awl and avoid the tape gunge issue entirely (well, almost!).I've tried that, and I prefer the blade. The awl only has one effective cutting edge, so I either have to rotate the box or cut toward me.
Canadian supplies shipped into the UK...A sour! I might have to try that (once the current protests simmer down).
Excellent pics and posts awl :like: :tu::iagree: Pretty neat semi, too. Does one still see lots of COW tractors in Australia?
Day 11
Usage today was a repeat, so today the Pioneer posed with some friends.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 11, 2022, 07:15:59 AM
Post by: zoidberg on February 11, 2022, 07:44:46 AM
Nice pix! For a split second I thought I was seeing a Fast and Furious 7 promo picture.
:D :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 11, 2022, 07:56:41 AM
Post by: Santos on February 11, 2022, 08:22:17 AM
D11
Forty One
Usual soldier hanging around during Climbing time. New singing rock harness was AU99c on eBay. A little uncomfortable so will leave it as a spare and revert to the other new harness, my third Petzl Corax
D12
The meaning of life, the universe and everything
'Sanitized' my Matador Daylite 16 style folding backpack by using the blade as a thread picker/seamripper. I bought this one for AU$12 delivered cause I couldn't find my Cotton On 'Lost'* 18L version,
Be curious to compare both of them to the Daylite 16.
*Literal model name. It also reappeared the day after I bought the new one despite searching for several days
Post by: comis on February 11, 2022, 09:05:52 AM
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Wenger SI opened a knives package I have longed to receive, will post more pix later on when I get around to it.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 11, 2022, 09:53:22 AM
Day 12 (D+11)
Coffee opening duty - it’s a weekday so only a cafetière for speed, not as nice as the espresso but it does the fob on a busy morning (it’s Friday, so egg and bacon muffins too)! :drool:
Post by: an0nemus on February 11, 2022, 10:28:23 AM
Another drive by pic along another fishpond
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 11, 2022, 11:05:24 AM
A sour! I might have to try that (once the current protests simmer down).
They do a few different flavours of that one and I've not had a bad one yet. Highly recommended.
Post by: McStitchy on February 11, 2022, 11:40:28 AM
Sweet! What mtb do you ride @McStitchy?
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I was riding a Cube Aim SL for the last 6 years and now just switched to a Trek X-Caliber 7 and am very happy with it :)
Post by: comis on February 11, 2022, 01:07:45 PM
Day 11 (D+10) extra signalRizio, would you mind sharing a little more info about this book? I have one from LCSAS and has always cherished that as one of my go-to for soldiers collecting. But more info will never hurt.
Postie cam back just now with a parcel from Switzerland which I wasn’t expecting for a while given current slowness of postal services - thankfully I was wrong. Many thanks to SAK118 - I’m really looking forward to reading this!
Post by: comis on February 11, 2022, 01:08:56 PM
Day 11:Knife mod! What are we modding/making? :popcorn: :popcorn: :popcorn:
New project knife arrived in the mail :tu:
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Post by: comis on February 11, 2022, 01:10:16 PM
Day 11: No use of note today :((https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220211/9c810a1fb895527696885319dcf0b3f1.jpg)Cool capture! Do tell more about the background, looks awlfully intereing!
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 11, 2022, 01:19:00 PM
Rizio, would you mind sharing a little more info about this book? I have one from LCSAS and has always cherished that as one of my go-to for soldiers collecting. But more info will never hurt.
Comis,
All the info is in this thread https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,75774.0.html I’m really enjoying the book, SAK118 has done a great job! :hatsoff:
Enjoy! :cheers:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 11, 2022, 01:19:18 PM
i forgot to post :facepalm:
some blade action
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 11, 2022, 01:23:46 PM
Cool! Are those cannon functional? I remember seeing them on social media awhile ago, they were all the rage.Yup sure are! Hekka lot of fun! They are tiny but definitely not a toy lol
Nice pix! For a split second I thought I was seeing a Fast and Furious 7 promo picture.
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 11, 2022, 01:30:41 PM
:like: I don't really need to be falling down any more rabbit holes, but I gotta ask: who makes those?Down the rabbit hole we go lol.. I make them from scratch. My company is called Mini Cannon Tech and it's been my full time job for the last 8 years.
I've tried that, and I prefer the blade. The awl only has one effective cutting edge, so I either have to rotate the box or cut toward me.
A sour! I might have to try that (once the current protests simmer down).
:iagree: Pretty neat semi, too. Does one still see lots of COW tractors in Australia?
Day 11
Usage today was a repeat, so today the Pioneer posed with some friends.
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 11, 2022, 01:33:21 PM
Cool capture! Do tell more about the background, looks awlfully intereing!Glad you asked! It's probably my favorite machine in the shop. It's a fully automated, pyrotechnic fuse making machine. I built it years ago and use it all the time for work. Here's a video of it.. https://youtu.be/ane70GLPV_o
Post by: RF52 on February 11, 2022, 01:34:16 PM
I was riding a Cube Aim SL for the last 6 years and now just switched to a Trek X-Caliber 7 and am very happy with it :)Nice! I don't get out on the trail as much as I would like, but it is a lot of fun!
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Post by: RF52 on February 11, 2022, 01:40:51 PM
Knife mod! What are we modding/making? :popcorn: :popcorn: :popcorn:The plan is to make a new handle, sheath and give it a good sharpening :tu:
Will be interesting to see how it turns out and how it will hold up to use :dunno:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 11, 2022, 02:16:46 PM
Glad you asked! It's probably my favorite machine in the shop. It's a fully automated, pyrotechnic fuse making machine. I built it years ago and use it all the time for work. Here's a video of it.. https://youtu.be/ane70GLPV_o
Wow, that’s amazing! :hatsoff: :like: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 11, 2022, 02:59:13 PM
Nice! I don't get out on the trail as much as I would like, but it is a lot of fun!
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:iagree:
Post by: SubMY on February 11, 2022, 03:14:11 PM
The two most important things in a soldiers kit. :rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 11, 2022, 03:33:02 PM
:like: Some terrific old Soldiers you have there!That's the shift I worked during our field exercises in the Army and I agree Farmer. When I came on this job, I did them pretty much straight for 12 years. I preferred them to the daylight shift because I've never been much of a morning person :D. Nowadays, I just work them here and there, so I never really get settled in.
It sure can. Oddly enough, I adapt to night shift quickly, and take a little longer to re-adapt to day shift. Nights were definitely preferable during WESTPAC 2006.
That's a pretty good shine. Hope you don't have to deal with salt like I do.
Day 10
Some shrimp arrived today. Of course, they used nasty smurfy tape on the box, so I had to break out the Zippo fuel and clean off the resultant residue.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 11, 2022, 03:34:54 PM
Post by: comis on February 11, 2022, 03:55:29 PM
Comis,Thanks for pointing the direction for me, I will get in touch with them soon! :hatsoff: :tu:
All the info is in this thread https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,75774.0.html I’m really enjoying the book, SAK118 has done a great job! :hatsoff:
Enjoy! :cheers:
Glad you asked! It's probably my favorite machine in the shop. It's a fully automated, pyrotechnic fuse making machine. I built it years ago and use it all the time for work. Here's a video of it.. https://youtu.be/ane70GLPV_oReally cool to see those cannon functional, and this machine is awesome to watch! :dd:
Post by: Myron on February 11, 2022, 03:56:37 PM
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And for today, Day 12, here’s a glamor shot of my Pioneer next to the Hartkopf scout pattern knife I recently traded @SAKTaschenmesser for. MTO is such a great community!
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Post by: Ron Who on February 11, 2022, 05:22:25 PM
Nothing to report today.
Post by: Farmer X on February 11, 2022, 06:01:43 PM
Down the rabbit hole we go lol.I had a look at them. They are undeniably cool. Perhaps I will pick up a Reenactor III in the future.
The two most important things in a soldiers kit.I can see that second item coming in handy.
Day 12
Coffee is vital for getting through deployments, especially when you're on a schedule your body isn't used to. There is a possibility of bonus footage for today.
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Post by: RF52 on February 11, 2022, 06:04:41 PM
Made a snack for the kid, it sure works well on tomatoes :tu:
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 11, 2022, 06:24:07 PM
Glad you asked! It's probably my favorite machine in the shop. It's a fully automated, pyrotechnic fuse making machine. I built it years ago and use it all the time for work. Here's a video of it.. https://youtu.be/ane70GLPV_o
that is amazing :o
Post by: McStitchy on February 11, 2022, 07:13:47 PM
D+11
The two most important things in a soldiers kit. :rofl:
That reminds me to a scene in the movie "Das Boot"... :rofl:
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https://youtu.be/gWqe9JNjAPg (https://youtu.be/gWqe9JNjAPg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 11, 2022, 07:20:07 PM
Day 12: Tightened up a grab handle at the house. It worked, but barely. The tip was almost too long.
:woohoo: :2tu: Go Barry ! :2tu: :woohoo:
Post by: Appleandrew on February 11, 2022, 07:45:03 PM
Beer-o-clock Sir!
Post by: Nix on February 11, 2022, 07:47:37 PM
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Post by: Nix on February 11, 2022, 07:48:02 PM
Beer-o-clock Sir!
Carry on! :salute:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 11, 2022, 08:12:30 PM
Box opening. Package liberating.
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Post by: GearedForwards on February 11, 2022, 08:16:34 PM
D+11
Box opening. Package liberating.
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That second box looks like it contains a SAK, come on now Michael :ahhh
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 11, 2022, 08:17:48 PM
That second box looks like it contains a SAK, come on now Michael :ahhh
Ahem.
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,21658.msg2317767.html#msg2317767
:D
Post by: McStitchy on February 11, 2022, 08:35:41 PM
Day 12
Just some mail duty today...
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Post by: McStitchy on February 11, 2022, 08:36:19 PM
More awl use today. Removed one of those annoying "safety seals" from a new bottle of hot sauce. Nice flavor from the roasted peppers and cider vinegar, but, if this is a true representative of Italian "hot" sauces, I can tell you that Mexicans and Italians have very different ideas about what constitutes spicy.... :rofl:
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That confirms my observations Sir :D
Post by: SubMY on February 11, 2022, 09:24:25 PM
Day 12
Beer-o-clock Sir!
A soldiers favorite pastime! I used mine for some European beer today. Can't even remember the brand :drink:
That reminds me to a scene in the movie "Das Boot"... :rofl:Show contenthttps://youtu.be/gWqe9JNjAPg (https://youtu.be/gWqe9JNjAPg)
Oh man :rofl: I have no idea what I was expect when I clicked on that link, but that gave me a kick. It was actually in the regulations for a long time that officers were to inspect soldiers uh equipment regularly :rofl:
Post by: Echotech on February 12, 2022, 02:34:06 AM
:iagree: Pretty neat semi, too. Does one still see lots of COW tractors in Australia?
Thanks FX, not so much where I live in the Sydney ’burbs but I’m sure you would out west mate
Post by: Echotech on February 12, 2022, 02:36:17 AM
The 08 hanging with an ADF (Australian Defense Force) issued Swiss Tool
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 12, 2022, 02:46:56 AM
The SI fulfilled the duty of distract my little girl time enough for me to comb her hair.
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 12, 2022, 03:28:13 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 12, 2022, 04:21:09 AM
Post by: Nix on February 12, 2022, 04:28:54 AM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 12, 2022, 06:48:09 AM
no use :-[
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Post by: zoidberg on February 12, 2022, 07:43:24 AM
I was riding a Cube Aim SL for the last 6 years and now just switched to a Trek X-Caliber 7 and am very happy with it :)
Nice!
Post by: zoidberg on February 12, 2022, 07:51:15 AM
Made a salad, went to take the pic and dropped the knife in.
Post by: zoidberg on February 12, 2022, 07:56:02 AM
D-7
Arthritis kept me out of commission today. No use.
Been a few days, hope to see you soon.
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 12, 2022, 07:59:51 AM
Post by: Appleandrew on February 12, 2022, 08:35:19 AM
Tangerine breakfast…. Apparently I’m not allowed a leftover doughnut until i have had breakfast.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 12, 2022, 09:12:43 AM
Off to deepest Lincolnshire watching football today, so leaving the troops behind to fraternise.
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Post by: an0nemus on February 12, 2022, 09:38:40 AM
This time a pic along a wide river
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Post by: McStitchy on February 12, 2022, 10:02:48 AM
DAY 13:
Made a salad, went to take the pic and dropped the knife in.
:rofl: ...nice salad :drool:
Post by: McStitchy on February 12, 2022, 10:04:30 AM
Been a few days, hope to see you soon.
:iagree: :salute:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 12, 2022, 10:08:52 AM
Day 13 (D+12)
Looks like it’s back to post duty this morning - at least it’s not junk for a change; my RSPB renewal.
Post by: SubMY on February 12, 2022, 12:59:18 PM
Currently waiting for laundry, I'm curious how far I could disassembly one of these with just a SAK. :D something tells me they wouldn't be to happy with me.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 12, 2022, 01:31:24 PM
D+12
Currently waiting for laundry, I'm curious how far I could disassembly one of these with just a SAK. :D something tells me they wouldn't be to happy with me.
I suspect not! :rofl:
Post by: comis on February 12, 2022, 02:27:42 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/gRRkzoi.jpg)
No use today, but Wenger SI did mange to pose with a new knife I got, the Buck Ranger 112 50th anniversary.
Post by: comis on February 12, 2022, 02:30:13 PM
That reminds me to a scene in the movie "Das Boot"... :rofl:Show contenthttps://youtu.be/gWqe9JNjAPg (https://youtu.be/gWqe9JNjAPg)
Same here, had no idea what's inside, but the scene change from inspection to pasta...lucky I wasn't eating at the time.
A soldiers favorite pastime! I used mine for some European beer today. Can't even remember the brand :drink:
Oh man :rofl: I have no idea what I was expect when I clicked on that link, but that gave me a kick. It was actually in the regulations for a long time that officers were to inspect soldiers uh equipment regularly :rofl:
DAY 13:Most interesting ingredient I have ever seen in a salad! :D
Made a salad, went to take the pic and dropped the knife in.
Post by: comis on February 12, 2022, 02:32:23 PM
Day 13But the funny thing is, I bet the sugar content of that Tangerine is probably almost on par with the donut. :D
Tangerine breakfast…. Apparently I’m not allowed a leftover doughnut until i have had breakfast.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 12, 2022, 03:18:47 PM
Post by: Ron Who on February 12, 2022, 04:08:02 PM
Post by: Nix on February 12, 2022, 05:19:34 PM
This time a pic along a wide river
That looks like a really interesting spot... :tu:
Post by: Myron on February 12, 2022, 05:46:33 PM
Just hanging out today, Day 13. By my count I think we're exactly 1/7th of the way through the challenge. Soldier On everyone!
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Post by: Nix on February 12, 2022, 06:10:33 PM
GAK day 13
Is that a pretzel topping? Or are those big sugar crystals on a lovely lace pastry topping? :think:
Post by: McStitchy on February 12, 2022, 06:33:34 PM
Day 12
(https://i.imgur.com/gRRkzoi.jpg)
No use today, but Wenger SI did mange to pose with a new knife I got, the Buck Ranger 112 50th anniversary.
Oh... that's a nice one Comis :dd:
Post by: Ron Who on February 12, 2022, 06:40:34 PM
Is that a pretzel topping? Or are those big sugar crystals on a lovely lace pastry topping? :think:Indeed they are pastry and sugar. Yummy!
Post by: McStitchy on February 12, 2022, 06:42:45 PM
Day 13
Warm and dry feet are important for every soldier...
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Post by: Nix on February 12, 2022, 06:49:41 PM
Warm and dry feet are important for every soldier...
So true. And those look cozy! :tu:
Post by: RF52 on February 12, 2022, 07:16:08 PM
Day 12Nice!
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No use today, but Wenger SI did mange to pose with a new knife I got, the Buck Ranger 112 50th anniversary.
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Post by: RF52 on February 12, 2022, 07:18:19 PM
Testing the saw on a piece of fatwood :tu:
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Post by: Nix on February 12, 2022, 07:45:48 PM
Did the blade get gummed up from the resins?
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 12, 2022, 08:04:31 PM
getting older means having to work harder to stay "shipshape",i worked on a project i had in mind for a while.
i used an old squash ball [friend of mine plays] to make a "focus trainer" for empty hands,impact tools,edged weapons drones.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51877478516_4e7306c447.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n3eCYL)20220212_202204 (https://flic.kr/p/2n3eCYL) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
i used the awl to poke a hole in the ball.
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i heated and flattened [using the awl again] the end of a piece of nylon cord [a friend gave me a few meters,said this was supplied for parachutes].
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51876515997_98c546439f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n39GRB)20220212_202328 (https://flic.kr/p/2n39GRB) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
i used the awl to push the cord into the hole in the ball.
i gave it a test run after,works fine
Post by: Nix on February 12, 2022, 10:03:28 PM
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Post by: Santos on February 12, 2022, 10:42:27 PM
D13
Forty Three
Dwarf Muscle Sorcerer inspects the Soldier.
"When you run out of Magic Missiles you cast Splat!" :twak:
Post by: McStitchy on February 12, 2022, 11:42:29 PM
Day 13:
Testing the saw on a piece of fatwood :tu:
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:like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 12, 2022, 11:44:19 PM
Day 12
getting older means having to work harder to stay "shipshape",i worked on a project i had in mind for a while.
i used an old squash ball [friend of mine plays] to make a "focus trainer" for empty hands,impact tools,edged weapons drones.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51877478516_4e7306c447.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n3eCYL)20220212_202204 (https://flic.kr/p/2n3eCYL) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
i used the awl to poke a hole in the ball.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51877554578_2d217c7446.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n3f2Ab)20220212_202234 (https://flic.kr/p/2n3f2Ab) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
i heated and flattened [using the awl again] the end of a piece of nylon cord [a friend gave me a few meters,said this was supplied for parachutes].
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51876515997_98c546439f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n39GRB)20220212_202328 (https://flic.kr/p/2n39GRB) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
i used the awl to push the cord into the hole in the ball.
i gave it a test run after,works fine
Nice project Humayd :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 12, 2022, 11:51:18 PM
My can opener is getting a workout this month. :rofl:
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Still, could be worse... :dunno: :D
Post by: Nix on February 13, 2022, 12:52:17 AM
Still, could be worse... :dunno: :D
Oh..I'm not complaining. This can opener is a gem. :tu:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 13, 2022, 01:45:03 AM
Today I and my son got our SAKs, our hats, water bottle, some biscuits and went for a good walk together.
The SI gave room to my son's SAK to open the pack of biscuits.
Father, son, a good walk in a beautifull day... And later some good time watching "The Book of Boba Fett". Perfect!
Pictured bellow our two SAKs after the walk.
The SI and my son's My First Victorinox.
In his lanyard, the scary pumpkin is to remember a previous (and very funny) challenge hosted by Nix, that my son took part with me. (Thanks Nix!)
Note that his SAK have healthy marks of use.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220213/6df16856ac5d6c1e413a19ba76f43644.jpg)
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 13, 2022, 02:09:44 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on February 13, 2022, 05:05:06 AM
Beer-o-clock Sir!Nothin' wrong with that, nothin' wrong with that at all! :cheers:
If this is a true representative of Italian "hot" sauces, I can tell you that Mexicans and Italians have very different ideas about what constitutes spicy...Sounds like it's pretty low on the Scoville scale? :think:
Wenger SI did mange to pose with a new knife I got, the Buck Ranger 112 50th anniversary.:like: I have a Buck 112 Slim Ranger, and it's an excellent lockback...especially at its extremely low price.
Great pics from awl!
Day 13
I wanted some crackers, so I used the blade to open the box and the awl to open the package.
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Post by: Nix on February 13, 2022, 05:19:36 AM
Today I and my son got our SAKs, our hats, water bottle, some biscuits and went for a good walk together.
The SI gave room to my son's SAK to open the pack of biscuits.
Father, son, a good walk in a beautifull day... And later some good time watching "The Book of Boba Fett". Perfect!
Very nice!
Post by: Nix on February 13, 2022, 05:20:56 AM
Sounds like it's pretty low on the Scoville scale? :think:
Well said. :-[
Post by: zoidberg on February 13, 2022, 05:58:34 AM
D-13.
Today I and my son got our SAKs, our hats, water bottle, some biscuits and went for a good walk together.
The SI gave room to my son's SAK to open the pack of biscuits.
Father, son, a good walk in a beautifull day... And later some good time watching "The Book of Boba Fett". Perfect!
Pictured bellow our two SAKs after the walk.
The SI and my son's My First Victorinox.
In his lanyard, the scary pumpkin is to remember a previous (and very funny) challenge hosted by Nix, that my son took part with me. (Thanks Nix!)
Note that his SAK have healthy marks of use.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220213/6df16856ac5d6c1e413a19ba76f43644.jpg)
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:tu: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 13, 2022, 06:04:37 AM
Rained all day.
Used the awl to mend a hammock but failed to get a pic.
So here is one with the BuSchroder I made a few weeks ago.
Post by: Echotech on February 13, 2022, 06:15:58 AM
Although I’d normally prefer an inline driver, the backside driver is most useful, not that I needed it here but you can get some real leverage
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Post by: SubMY on February 13, 2022, 07:42:13 AM
Even in Europe you gotta find those American comforts :D
Post by: Ron Who on February 13, 2022, 08:09:26 AM
DAY 14:
Rained all day.
Used the awl to mend a hammock but failed to get a pic.
So here is one with the BuSchroder I made a few weeks ago.
That BuSchroder sure looks good in old red :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 13, 2022, 08:11:57 AM
Post by: an0nemus on February 13, 2022, 08:27:00 AM
Visiting the mausoleum of one of our Presidents (Manuel Quezon)
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 13, 2022, 08:59:52 AM
Nice project Humayd :tu:thank you :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on February 13, 2022, 09:21:49 AM
DAY 14:
Rained all day.
Used the awl to mend a hammock but failed to get a pic.
So here is one with the BuSchroder I made a few weeks ago.
Oh, that's well made Zoid :like: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 13, 2022, 09:23:37 AM
D+13
Even in Europe you gotta find those American comforts :D
:D
I like pineapple on pizza :pok:
Post by: McStitchy on February 13, 2022, 09:27:41 AM
D-13.
Today I and my son got our SAKs, our hats, water bottle, some biscuits and went for a good walk together.
The SI gave room to my son's SAK to open the pack of biscuits.
Father, son, a good walk in a beautifull day... And later some good time watching "The Book of Boba Fett". Perfect!
Pictured bellow our two SAKs after the walk.
The SI and my son's My First Victorinox.
In his lanyard, the scary pumpkin is to remember a previous (and very funny) challenge hosted by Nix, that my son took part with me. (Thanks Nix!)
Note that his SAK have healthy marks of use.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220213/6df16856ac5d6c1e413a19ba76f43644.jpg)
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A day well spent :2tu:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 13, 2022, 09:38:45 AM
Day 14 (D+13)
The forecast was for heavy rain all day, so I chickened out of the Sunday ride first thing this morning - annoyingly it stayed dry :rant: Never mind, got on with some cooking instead, an arabiata-style sauce for freezing. Here M61 ‘63 gets stuck into some hot work slicing up chillis for the sauce.
Post by: comis on February 13, 2022, 11:13:31 AM
Oh... that's a nice one Comis :dd:
Nice!Kinda reminds me of the past Ranger Challenge, 112 indeed is a great size and especially the newer models with lighter material.
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Day 12Ain't that the truth, I surely could feel difference as I get older.
getting older means having to work harder to stay "shipshape",i worked on a project i had in mind for a while.
i used an old squash ball [friend of mine plays] to make a "focus trainer" for empty hands,impact tools,edged weapons drones.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51877478516_4e7306c447.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n3eCYL)20220212_202204 (https://flic.kr/p/2n3eCYL) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
i used the awl to poke a hole in the ball.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51877554578_2d217c7446.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n3f2Ab)20220212_202234 (https://flic.kr/p/2n3f2Ab) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
i heated and flattened [using the awl again] the end of a piece of nylon cord [a friend gave me a few meters,said this was supplied for parachutes].
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51876515997_98c546439f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n39GRB)20220212_202328 (https://flic.kr/p/2n39GRB) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
i used the awl to push the cord into the hole in the ball.
i gave it a test run after,works fine
Post by: comis on February 13, 2022, 11:20:29 AM
D-13.So nice! :tu:
Today I and my son got our SAKs, our hats, water bottle, some biscuits and went for a good walk together.
The SI gave room to my son's SAK to open the pack of biscuits.
Father, son, a good walk in a beautifull day... And later some good time watching "The Book of Boba Fett". Perfect!
Pictured bellow our two SAKs after the walk.
The SI and my son's My First Victorinox.
In his lanyard, the scary pumpkin is to remember a previous (and very funny) challenge hosted by Nix, that my son took part with me. (Thanks Nix!)
Note that his SAK have healthy marks of use.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220213/6df16856ac5d6c1e413a19ba76f43644.jpg)
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I so look forward the day where I would gift my little one his first SAK and be able to hike and show him how to use his SAK. :dd:
Nothin' wrong with that, nothin' wrong with that at all! :cheers:Those lightweight 112 are indeed real gems! :tu:
Sounds like it's pretty low on the Scoville scale? :think:
:like: I have a Buck 112 Slim Ranger, and it's an excellent lockback...especially at its extremely low price.
Great pics from awl!
Day 13
I wanted some crackers, so I used the blade to open the box and the awl to open the package.
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D-14Good use!
Although I’d normally prefer an inline driver, the backside driver is most useful, not that I needed it here but you can get some real leverage
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220213/b6833dc9ea2e122693b726a49ac3cbe0.jpg)
The backside driver sometimes feel like a two pointed needle to me, one hand it has the leverage and it's a great tool to have, but the pin construction inherently make it slightly weaker and potentially could torque the liners out of shape. I just never really know how much force it could take before the liners/pin give out.
Post by: comis on February 13, 2022, 11:21:29 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/RhJFnLK.jpg)
No use, Wenger SI kept me company while watching hours of lego bus with the little one.
Post by: Santos on February 13, 2022, 11:30:46 AM
Forty Four
Climbed at Barrenjoey, Sydney. The Soldier was in the pocket, forgotten how gung ho 80's the anchor positioning was when setting up top rope. Retrofitting a safer set-up took most of my attention and didn't take a photo in the field. Here is a location shot and the ol' 83 surrounded by Bundeswehr goons.
Post by: Appleandrew on February 13, 2022, 12:22:15 PM
Quote
Day 14
Breakfast - beans on toast and mushrooms…
The can opener on SAK is not much slower than the butterfly opener.
Post by: McStitchy on February 13, 2022, 01:31:55 PM
Day 13
(https://i.imgur.com/RhJFnLK.jpg)
No use, Wenger SI kept me company while watching hours of lego bus with the little one.
:like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 13, 2022, 01:34:52 PM
Day 14
No uses today for the Soldier.
I had to call in some allied forces for grooming purposes :dunno:
(https://i.imgur.com/D614bs5.jpg)
Post by: RF52 on February 13, 2022, 02:26:39 PM
Looks like it worked fairly well.Not so much that it binds, but there is some residue on the side and between the teeth :tu:
Did the blade get gummed up from the resins?
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Post by: RF52 on February 13, 2022, 02:28:15 PM
Didn't have the time for user pic at work today, but the soldier cut some paracord for a makeshift bottleholder on my backpack :tu:
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Post by: Nix on February 13, 2022, 02:35:30 PM
Post by: RF52 on February 13, 2022, 02:53:18 PM
D-13.That sounds like a awesome day :like:
Today I and my son got our SAKs, our hats, water bottle, some biscuits and went for a good walk together.
The SI gave room to my son's SAK to open the pack of biscuits.
Father, son, a good walk in a beautifull day... And later some good time watching "The Book of Boba Fett". Perfect!
Pictured bellow our two SAKs after the walk.
The SI and my son's My First Victorinox.
In his lanyard, the scary pumpkin is to remember a previous (and very funny) challenge hosted by Nix, that my son took part with me. (Thanks Nix!)
Note that his SAK have healthy marks of use.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220213/6df16856ac5d6c1e413a19ba76f43644.jpg)
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Post by: RF52 on February 13, 2022, 02:56:51 PM
Nice use! :tu::cheers:
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 13, 2022, 03:06:42 PM
Kinda reminds me of the past Ranger Challenge, 112 indeed is a great size and especially the newer models with lighter material.yeah it sucks man >:( :cry:
Ain't that the truth, I surely could feel difference as I get older.
Post by: McStitchy on February 13, 2022, 03:21:45 PM
Day 14:
Didn't have the time for user pic at work today, but the soldier cut some paracord for a makeshift bottleholder on my backpack :tu:
Sent fra min M2002J9G via Tapatalk
Nice one RF :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on February 13, 2022, 03:42:04 PM
A quiet day watching the Olympics, no uses.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 13, 2022, 04:32:52 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 13, 2022, 06:42:22 PM
a combo i'm fond of
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Post by: RF52 on February 13, 2022, 08:48:43 PM
Nice one RF :tu::cheers:
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 13, 2022, 08:53:53 PM
Been out for most of the day. A shot of covert operations at a railway station on the outskirts of Salford...
(https://i.imgur.com/MNMoD1m.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 13, 2022, 09:26:10 PM
Looking great everyone!! For Day 14, we did some kitchen duty.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 13, 2022, 10:08:54 PM
Post by: Myron on February 13, 2022, 10:53:51 PM
Here are the SAKs I typically choose from on any given day.
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Post by: Nix on February 13, 2022, 10:58:16 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 13, 2022, 10:59:16 PM
Post by: Nix on February 13, 2022, 11:20:00 PM
Post by: Nix on February 13, 2022, 11:21:04 PM
I stacked a full cord of firewood and now I’m exhausted.
They say firewood warms you four times: cutting, splitting, stacking, and burning. ;)
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 14, 2022, 12:59:44 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 14, 2022, 02:30:41 AM
The inline awl(some) helped to make two holes in the plastic bag conteiner that I carry held in the hand loop of the dog's leash. The original plastic loop of the conteiner broke today. Nothing that a zip tie can't solve.
Theo and Loki making a little apearence in the post.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220214/d805c6ee56ec720579e833b9fca39f5a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220214/5e087128711db4f1c82a31137bdd791e.jpg)
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 14, 2022, 03:07:09 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 14, 2022, 04:12:11 AM
D-14
The inline awl(some) helped to make two holes in the plastic bag conteiner that I carry held in the hand loop of the dog's leash. The original plastic loop of the conteiner broke today. Nothing that a zip tie can't solve.
Theo and Loki making a little apearence in the post.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220214/d805c6ee56ec720579e833b9fca39f5a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220214/5e087128711db4f1c82a31137bdd791e.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 14, 2022, 04:13:48 AM
Day 14: No real use today so far but here's my favorite Lego set.
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Post by: Echotech on February 14, 2022, 05:02:09 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 14, 2022, 05:34:44 AM
Post by: Farmer X on February 14, 2022, 05:50:16 AM
Even in Europe you gotta find those American comforts.A favorite of mine.
I like pineapple on pizza.So do I.
Here are the SAKs I typically choose from on any given day.What a great dilemma to have! :like:
Day 14
No use today. I took this photo after shoveling snow.
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Post by: zoidberg on February 14, 2022, 07:25:10 AM
That BuSchroder sure looks good in old red :like:
Agreed. Carried it for a week before this challenge started and quite liked it.
Post by: zoidberg on February 14, 2022, 07:27:04 AM
Oh, that's well made Zoid :like: :like:
:cheers: It's not my worst work. ;)
Post by: zoidberg on February 14, 2022, 07:31:14 AM
Day 14. I stacked a full cord of firewood and now I’m exhausted.
Here are the SAKs I typically choose from on any given day.
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Nice selection. :like: I've still got a heap of wood to stack. And even more to buck and split. :dwts:
Post by: zoidberg on February 14, 2022, 07:34:25 AM
Day 14: No real use today so far but here's my favorite Lego set.
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:like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 14, 2022, 07:36:00 AM
D-15
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Post by: zoidberg on February 14, 2022, 07:37:01 AM
The creek is still a bit up from yesterdays rain, had to bike the long way around to use a bridge.
Not much use today, just prepping a couple parcels for postage.
Blade and awl got a quick sharpen.
Post by: zoidberg on February 14, 2022, 07:39:39 AM
Post by: Echotech on February 14, 2022, 07:57:27 AM
Good use!
The backside driver sometimes feel like a two pointed needle to me, one hand it has the leverage and it's a great tool to have, but the pin construction inherently make it slightly weaker and potentially could torque the liners out of shape. I just never really know how much force it could take before the liners/pin give out.
Thanks comis, it’s a good point you make :think:
I’ve never used one to the degree that it’s caused a problem but I can see how it could happen, think the 111’s are pretty sturdy but even so wouldn’t want to risk it unless in an emergency…which is a whole other ball game
Post by: Santos on February 14, 2022, 11:15:12 AM
Forty Five
Changed the 300lb braided fishing line bail. Noticed the blade was resting on the old one and it left a kink. So was able to cut off the old one and cut a new one using the main blade.
Also had pocket carry during friends wedding at Sydney Opera House.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 14, 2022, 12:23:47 PM
Day 15 (D+14)
Well back to the usual, more post to open….such are the excitements of a desk-based job!
Post by: Myron on February 14, 2022, 02:44:55 PM
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Post by: comis on February 14, 2022, 02:57:31 PM
:like::cheers:
GAK day 14What did you watch?
A quiet day watching the Olympics, no uses.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 14, 2022, 03:00:23 PM
Post by: comis on February 14, 2022, 03:01:48 PM
Day 14. I stacked a full cord of firewood and now I’m exhausted.Nice collection there, the Alox Explorer looks neat!
Here are the SAKs I typically choose from on any given day.
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Day 14: No real use today so far but here's my favorite Lego set.Which rocket is it? I was fortunate enough to listen to an engineer spoke, when I was visiting NASA. Can't imagine the courage it took to venture out with so little they got on board.
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Post by: comis on February 14, 2022, 03:03:39 PM
D-15That's awesome! Didn't know they even exist.
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D-15Happy V-day to everyone!
DAY 15:Still must be nice to be out!
The creek is still a bit up from yesterdays rain, had to bike the long way around to use a bridge.
Not much use today, just prepping a couple parcels for postage.
Blade and awl got a quick sharpen.
Post by: comis on February 14, 2022, 03:04:57 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/RWtIrBu.jpg)
Used Wenger SI to cut open a new box of puzzle for the little guy.
Post by: SubMY on February 14, 2022, 03:35:46 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 14, 2022, 03:41:25 PM
Day 14: No real use today so far but here's my favorite Lego set.very cool pic :tu:
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 14, 2022, 03:42:53 PM
D-15
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nice addition to the SAK stable
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 14, 2022, 03:45:41 PM
Day 15, another Monday and back in the office. Cold and snowy here. Thought I’d do a little EDC shot. Where would I be without stainless steel?
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probably rusting away somewhere :D
dig the timepiece :salute:
Day 14
i tuned up a scissors this AM
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Post by: Farmer X on February 14, 2022, 03:49:58 PM
Cold and snowy here.Hope you didn't get much of that horrid white stuff. I had to shovel an inch or three of it yesterday.
Nice shots, y'awl. Mine shall come later.
Post by: Myron on February 14, 2022, 04:35:39 PM
Nice collection there, the Alox Explorer looks neat!
Thanks @Comis! It's actually a Yeoman, but I'm not quite done with it. I'm going to take it apart and add brass liners. Working with @Simyo on this project.
probably rusting away somewhere :D
dig the timepiece :salute:
Thanks!
Post by: an0nemus on February 14, 2022, 04:40:22 PM
Day 15, another Monday and back in the office. Cold and snowy here. Thought I’d do a little EDC shot. Where would I be without stainless steel?Wow, one of my grail watches
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Post by: Myron on February 14, 2022, 04:41:36 PM
Post by: an0nemus on February 14, 2022, 04:50:14 PM
Todate the best use of my 08: taking out the plastic wrap around this Valentine's card. Wife of 25 years declared me the best hubby in the world after getting the card
Happy Valentine's Day to all!
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Post by: Ron Who on February 14, 2022, 05:20:59 PM
:cheers:
What did you watch?
Ice skating, 500m women. The Dutch skaters didn´t perform as I expected.
Post by: Ron Who on February 14, 2022, 05:27:28 PM
Today my crew cleaned up a building site. Not what we do regularly but it pays. I used the main blade to cut some hoses, but most of it was manual labor.
No action pics. I don´t EDC my camera and I don´t have a smartphone.
Post by: RF52 on February 14, 2022, 05:43:07 PM
Soldier needed backup today, the trusty Powerplay performed the task of fixing my daughters necklace with ease :tu:
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Post by: Nix on February 14, 2022, 06:00:47 PM
Theo and Loki making a little apearence in the post.
:like: :like:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 14, 2022, 08:34:56 PM
Theo and Loki making a little apearence in the post.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220214/d805c6ee56ec720579e833b9fca39f5a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220214/5e087128711db4f1c82a31137bdd791e.jpg)
:like:
Day 14. I stacked a full cord of firewood and now I’m exhausted.
Here are the SAKs I typically choose from on any given day.
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That's one heck of a lineup to choose from! :tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 14, 2022, 08:36:28 PM
Preparing tomorrow's rations.
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Post by: Nix on February 14, 2022, 11:45:19 PM
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Post by: Echotech on February 14, 2022, 11:56:00 PM
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That's awesome! Didn't know they even exist.
nice addition to the SAK stable
Thanks guys, thought they were pretty cool :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 15, 2022, 12:19:34 AM
Day 15
Supplies supplies... :dunno:
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Post by: Echotech on February 15, 2022, 03:41:02 AM
Picked up a little AAA Olight for A$10, looks quite good
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Post by: GearedForwards on February 15, 2022, 04:41:30 AM
D-16
Picked up a little AAA Olight for A$10, looks quite good
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i3e is a cracking little beater light, and single-mode makes it friendly to anyone you hand it too :tu:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 15, 2022, 04:50:16 AM
D-16
Picked up a little AAA Olight for A$10, looks quite good
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i have 1,it's a decent light :D
Post by: Farmer X on February 15, 2022, 05:15:17 AM
Picked up a little AAA Olight for A$10, looks quite good.I recently got an Olight from a member here, and I'm happy with it so far.
Day 15
No use today, so the Pioneer posed with a no-name SAK-Alike.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 15, 2022, 06:50:13 AM
Post by: zoidberg on February 15, 2022, 07:02:56 AM
Still must be nice to be out!
Absolutely. :tu:
Post by: Echotech on February 15, 2022, 07:06:01 AM
i3e is a cracking little beater light, and single-mode makes it friendly to anyone you hand it too :tu:
i have 1,it's a decent light :D
I recently got an Olight from a member here, and I'm happy with it so far.
That's good to hear, looks nice and bright and must be the smallest AAA size i've come across :tu: :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 15, 2022, 07:06:59 AM
Post by: zoidberg on February 15, 2022, 07:09:38 AM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 15, 2022, 07:44:59 AM
That's good to hear, looks nice and bright and must be the smallest AAA size i've come across :tu: :cheers:there's a rechargeable model as well,my son has that 1.
i prefer the AAA model,i prefer to be able to swap out batteries if needed
Post by: Echotech on February 15, 2022, 07:57:33 AM
there's a rechargeable model as well,my son has that 1.I wanted AAA too Humayd :2tu:
i prefer the AAA model,i prefer to be able to swap out batteries if needed
I’ve a few rechargeable lights but in an emergency you can’t beat being able to swap out a battery…assuming you have one of course :think:
I couldn’t believe the price TBH, the rechargeable version in about A$25 vs $10 for this one, that’s a bargain I reckon
:tu:
Post by: Echotech on February 15, 2022, 08:00:55 AM
Bonus walking the dog piccy.Not sure you got yourself a dog there mate ;) :twak: I’ll get me coat
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Post by: Santos on February 15, 2022, 10:49:00 AM
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Picture tells the story.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 15, 2022, 10:55:42 AM
Day 16 (D+15)
Back on mail duty again, but this time with some civilian support from an OC Pioneer.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 15, 2022, 01:05:09 PM
Post by: an0nemus on February 15, 2022, 01:20:59 PM
Just another street view
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Post by: comis on February 15, 2022, 01:28:53 PM
Thanks @Comis! It's actually a Yeoman, but I'm not quite done with it. I'm going to take it apart and add brass liners. Working with @Simyo on this project.A collab with fellow member? Make it altogether even more speical. :tu:
Thanks!
D +15That's awesome! Saying this after 25 years do means the world. :cheers:
Todate the best use of my 08: taking out the plastic wrap around this Valentine's card. Wife of 25 years declared me the best hubby in the world after getting the card
Happy Valentine's Day to all!
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D-16Oh, you're going to like that little light. Love the format and how convenient it is. :D
Picked up a little AAA Olight for A$10, looks quite good
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Post by: comis on February 15, 2022, 01:32:09 PM
D-16To be honest, I'd be really thrilled if Mrs. were to surprise me with this box of chocolate... :D
Bonus walking the dog piccy.
Not sure you got yourself a dog there mate ;) :twak: I’ll get me coat:rofl:
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Day 16: More culinary delights! Cutting a sandwich.Food use is the best. :drool: :tu:
Post by: comis on February 15, 2022, 01:37:55 PM
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Wenger SI attended coffee duty.
I asked the little guy the other day what he wanted to be when he grow up, and all he said was 'I am going to grow up and drink coffee.' :D
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 15, 2022, 01:52:28 PM
i changed out the grips on my edc handgun [Canik P120].
i had the Hogue Wraparound and went with the rubber CZ grips,i'm trying out the slightly smaller set since i've been Shooting my CZ Sp01 Shadow.
in the 90's,when i got my first handgun [CZ75B],i could only get a Pachmyr or Hogue set,unlike now,with all the choices
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for the first challenge,as mentioned previously,the book i read recently was 1 Recce,The Night Belongs to Us [i think i completed this in December].
i'm reading Volume 2
wish there were more pics
:D
Post by: Appleandrew on February 15, 2022, 03:19:46 PM
Time for tea…
Post by: Appleandrew on February 15, 2022, 03:20:40 PM
Not too much knife going on today. unwrapped a package with scissors so here is a pic of the knife not really being used.
Post by: Nix on February 15, 2022, 04:22:07 PM
Not sure you got yourself a dog there mate ;) :twak: I’ll get me coat
:rofl:
Post by: Nix on February 15, 2022, 04:26:27 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 15, 2022, 05:35:44 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/jktb2Fe.png)
i don't own hiking boots,and use these Magnum Cobra's when i'm doing hiking type activities [so i'm not certain if these would qualify for the mission].
last July,these were my footwear during the 8 days of rioting [but we patrolled our area for around 12 days].
it's still covered in soot from the tyres we burnt ahead of our concrete barricades.
we used those concrete road dividers to lock down the main road and entrances to our suburb,and patrolled with firearms.
it was pretty much a week of practically zero law enforcement and most of the citizens of our province basically did the same thing.
billions of ZA Rands worth of goods and property were looted and destroyed in organized anarchy.
thank the Almighty for private firearm ownership
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Post by: Ron Who on February 15, 2022, 05:38:43 PM
Mail opening duty
Post by: Ron Who on February 15, 2022, 05:59:35 PM
I have other boots too, suited for the wetlands that surround my home town. I´ll have a pic tomorrow.
Post by: Ron Who on February 15, 2022, 06:04:10 PM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 15, 2022, 06:16:19 PM
My current boots: Hanwag Berglers, Norwegian/double sewn welt. Had them since 2015, after using a string of Italian made boots (Asolo and Scarpa), I thought I’d try hand sewn German ones for a change after I saw them available at half-price. Took a bit of breaking in (but that’s not unusual!), but great to walk in now. Tempted by a pair with the ice soles, but we don’t get snow and ice really, or their yak leather boots (my road cycling shoes, Rapha branded Giro also use yak leather)….. :facepalm:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 15, 2022, 06:17:26 PM
What is Charlie Mike? Complete the mission?
Roger that, Ron! :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on February 15, 2022, 06:23:37 PM
Post by: Myron on February 15, 2022, 06:31:44 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 15, 2022, 06:57:53 PM
Post by: SubMY on February 15, 2022, 07:10:27 PM
No real uses, just the normal monotony. Late to post today, the internet is rather slow.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 15, 2022, 07:16:54 PM
Day 16, happy hour with my favorite local cheese. And I’m happy to announce that my Poor Man’s Black Beauty has a new companion, the Even Poorer Man’s Also Black Beauty, a Pradel SAK-alike.
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Interesting looking bourbon and knife - not heard of Pradel before…. :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 15, 2022, 07:44:45 PM
i don't own hiking boots,and use these Magnum Cobra's when i'm doing hiking type activities [so i'm not certain if these would qualify for the mission].
:like: Yes, they qualify. Perfect entry! :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 15, 2022, 07:46:33 PM
What is Charlie Mike? Complete the mission?
Technically, "Continue Mission". But we'll use it here for "Complete Mission". :D
Post by: Nix on February 15, 2022, 07:48:29 PM
Mission Two:
My current boots: Hanwag Berglers, Norwegian/double sewn welt. Had them since 2015, after using a string of Italian made boots (Asolo and Scarpa), I thought I’d try hand sewn German ones for a change after I saw them available at half-price. Took a bit of breaking in (but that’s not unusual!), but great to walk in now. Tempted by a pair with the ice soles, but we don’t get snow and ice really, or their yak leather boots (my road cycling shoes, Rapha branded Giro also use yak leather)….. :facepalm:
I've heard great things about Hanwags. Never had a pair, myself. :cry:
Post by: RF52 on February 15, 2022, 09:07:44 PM
Made a little evening snack for my daughter, alot of the uses are snack related :rofl:
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Post by: McStitchy on February 15, 2022, 09:53:02 PM
Day 16
Thank you Sir Nix Sir for another mission :salute:
These are my favorite hiking boots...
(https://i.imgur.com/beq7BII.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yDIGmr2.jpg)
...and an action pic...
(https://i.imgur.com/4pNRbty.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tJKIKpU.jpg)
Post by: Myron on February 15, 2022, 10:27:32 PM
Interesting looking bourbon and knife - not heard of Pradel before…. :tu:
It was new to me too, Henry. I am doing a little review of it on my own blog, due out shortly, so keep an eye out!
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 15, 2022, 11:05:38 PM
It was new to me too, Henry. I am doing a little review of it on my own blog, due out shortly, so keep an eye out!
Wilco, Myron! :salute:
Day 16
Thank you Sir Nix Sir for another mission :salute:
These are my favorite hiking boots...
(https://i.imgur.com/beq7BII.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yDIGmr2.jpg)
...and an action pic...
(https://i.imgur.com/4pNRbty.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tJKIKpU.jpg)
Good choice, McS - I’ve worn through many a pair of KSBs in my time! For everyday use these days I’ve been using various models by Haglöfs.
Post by: Nix on February 15, 2022, 11:05:50 PM
Day 16
Thank you Sir Nix Sir for another mission :salute:
These are my favorite hiking boots...
(https://i.imgur.com/beq7BII.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yDIGmr2.jpg)
...and an action pic...
(https://i.imgur.com/4pNRbty.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tJKIKpU.jpg)
:like: I like muddy boots! :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 15, 2022, 11:08:56 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/qH0CTKD.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 15, 2022, 11:17:18 PM
Wilco, Myron! :salute:
Good choice, McS - I’ve worn through many a pair of KSBs in my time! For everyday use these days I’ve been using various models by Haglöfs.
:cheers:
I haven't seen Haglöfs here in any shop yet. I'll keep my eyes open for them next time :hatsoff:
Post by: McStitchy on February 15, 2022, 11:18:04 PM
:like: I like muddy boots! :tu:
:cheers:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 16, 2022, 12:49:24 AM
Not sure you got yourself a dog there mate ;) :twak: I’ll get me coat
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:rofl:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 16, 2022, 12:50:44 AM
A very last minute entry here due it being one hell of a day. No use, so here's a photo on a late train home.
(https://i.imgur.com/HdXnvla.jpg)
Post by: Echotech on February 16, 2022, 01:13:03 AM
These Columbia boots are at least 10 years old and still going strong. A mate of mine still wears his 20+ YO Columbia’s, so they’re definitely made to last. Mine have seen many bush tracks and a lot of mowing
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220216/d7140b4244219c0867b4cf3c615dae46.jpg)
I’ve long been a fan of Keen shoes, (the Austin particularly), and picked up a replacement pair of Venture’s just the other day.
They don’t last as well as Austin’s but are a bit lighter, waterproof (mostly - good but not great) and suit the climate here better much of the year
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220216/f9752a0fe6edc021239feffb5381faab.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 16, 2022, 01:52:40 AM
These Columbia boots are at least 10 years old and still going strong. A mate of mine still wears his 20+ YO Columbia’s, so they’re definitely made to last. Mine have seen many bush tracks and a lot of mowing
I’ve long been a fan of Keen shoes, (the Austin particularly), and picked up a replacement pair of Venture’s just the other day.
They don’t last as well as Austin’s but are a bit lighter, waterproof (mostly - good but not great) and suit the climate here better much of the year
Those Columbia's look really nice. I've had some Keen's and really liked them. The Keen's have a good toe box. As someone with fairly wide feet, I do appreciate a good toe box! :tu: ;)
Post by: Echotech on February 16, 2022, 02:16:18 AM
Those Columbia's look really nice. I've had some Keen's and really liked them. The Keen's have a good toe box. As someone with fairly wide feet, I do appreciate a good toe box! :tu: ;):iagree: very comfortable, I’ve got 4 pairs of Keens in various models and some sandals. They last well so I tend to switch between lightweight for summer and sturdier the rest of the year. The sandals are older than the Columbia boots so get my money’s worth :)
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 16, 2022, 02:41:22 AM
Post by: Echotech on February 16, 2022, 03:26:26 AM
Can’t have too many :whistle:
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Post by: Nix on February 16, 2022, 03:38:12 AM
Post by: Adam5 on February 16, 2022, 03:49:38 AM
D-17
Can’t have too many :whistle:
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Hmm... (http://emoticons.datahamster.com/scratchchin.gif)
:D
Post by: Farmer X on February 16, 2022, 06:48:04 AM
A question regarding the boots: as I don't own a pair of hiking boots, could my current work boots count?
Slightly late Day 16 post
Again, no use today, so listened to NOAA weather radio (162.55 MHz). Sophie photo-bombed, and played with the radio's wrist strap after the photo was taken.
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Post by: zoidberg on February 16, 2022, 07:50:59 AM
Not sure you got yourself a dog there mate ;) :twak: I’ll get me coat
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:facepalm: :rofl:
Post by: zoidberg on February 16, 2022, 07:51:19 AM
D +16
Just another street view
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:like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 16, 2022, 07:54:52 AM
Day 16
Thank you Sir Nix Sir for another mission :salute:
These are my favorite hiking boots...
(https://i.imgur.com/beq7BII.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yDIGmr2.jpg)
...and an action pic...
(https://i.imgur.com/4pNRbty.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tJKIKpU.jpg)
Hiking in jeans? :pok:
Post by: zoidberg on February 16, 2022, 07:58:16 AM
Day 15 and 16 :( All right guys, I wasn't able to post a picture yesterday due to a rule enacted by my wife. Basically if she saw me "looking at knives on the internet again on Valentine's Day" she was "gonna kill me". I decided not to risk it. AND today being her birthday, apparently the same rule applies, but she's currently in the shower. Here are a couple few pictures and hopefully this makes up for it. If not let me know what my penance is and how many demerits I've earned.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220216/ea3ce6cd612d3c537ecf96aec1acbe37.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220216/fed36bce07a98eb0c3452f2d798f68b4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220216/f695a1a5f00006f16191fc4ad6f64e0b.jpg)
CAKE! :like: :gimme:
Post by: zoidberg on February 16, 2022, 07:59:46 AM
Great work, awl!
A question regarding the boots: as I don't own a pair of hiking boots, could my current work boots count?
Slightly late Day 16 post
Again, no use today, so listened to NOAA weather radio (162.55 MHz). Sophie photo-bombed, and played with the radio's wrist strap after the photo was taken.
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Go Sophie. :tu:
Post by: zoidberg on February 16, 2022, 08:00:57 AM
Somewhere in the middle of a 17 mile run. Legs are feeling it a bit now. Had to be done though.
Post by: McStitchy on February 16, 2022, 08:32:54 AM
No uses today. It was a quiet, snowy day wherein I made a batch of peanut butter cookies ( :drool: ) and worked a bit on my challenge book.....
(https://i.imgur.com/qH0CTKD.jpg)
Peanut butter cookies? :drool:
Post by: McStitchy on February 16, 2022, 08:49:02 AM
Hiking in jeans? :pok:
Yes, even with my old pair of converse/chucks sometimes. A habbit of times where money was short but hiking is due.
If I want to climb that montain I do with what's available.
Just a few month ago I've got my first "proper" backpack.
Post by: zoidberg on February 16, 2022, 08:51:38 AM
Yes, even with my old pair of converse/chucks sometimes. A habbit of times where money was short but hiking is due.
If I want to climb that montain I do with what's available.
Just a few month ago I've got my first "proper" backpack.
What backpack? Do you like it still?
Post by: McStitchy on February 16, 2022, 08:52:45 AM
DAY 17:
Somewhere in the middle of a 17 mile run. Legs are feeling it a bit now. Had to be done though.
Go Zoid go.... :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 16, 2022, 08:57:06 AM
What backpack? Do you like it still?
A Maxpedition Falcon II ...which a real mountaneer would probably chuckle about because it got no frame :D
I like it very much, and with two additional bottle holders attached I find it suitable for a full day out.
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 16, 2022, 09:40:37 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 16, 2022, 09:50:22 AM
Fired up the computer for another day at the keyboard and noticed that the batteries were nearly flat, so time for a swap with some freshly charged replacements. I do like the big screwdriver tool for this job, it somehow makes it easier to find the threads when replacing the battery compartment lids.
Post by: Santos on February 16, 2022, 11:44:17 AM
Peachy
Post by: comis on February 16, 2022, 12:40:02 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/BhpSIqy.jpg)
Wenger SI attended food duty today.
Post by: comis on February 16, 2022, 12:46:02 PM
These Columbia hiking boots is what I would use for hiking locally. Though we have a really densely populated city, it was surprising how many trails we have in the city. However, many of them are extremely 'rocky', and it is easy to get twisted angle if one is not careful. I started wearing heavier hiking boots since I twisted mine, and so far so good. Btw, highly recommend people to check out different third-party insoles, I got these superfeet blue after studying many Thru-hikers in the States, and they are just as important as the shoe.
Post by: Ron Who on February 16, 2022, 12:48:43 PM
With my rain boots. Not what you want for long distance hiking but well suited for a walk in the wetlands.
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 16, 2022, 12:59:57 PM
The can opener helped to tighten a philips screw. OCD things ...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220216/07cca4f66a3945112dde9eeb218ecbf1.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 16, 2022, 01:14:10 PM
Prying some batteries off a desk clock at work.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 16, 2022, 01:18:34 PM
For good!
I spent a lot of good time with family.
Kids, mom, brother... A lot of good laughs together.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 16, 2022, 01:45:44 PM
I have a Timberland pair of boots...
But here pictured my really trusty issued boots that I use everyday, in any enviroment that I go to work (go to work or deployed :-) ).
From north to south of the country. Industrial plants, shipyards, field with mud, dust, rain... Were I'm needed to be, there I'm with them.
15 years using the same model.
In the pic, with and without shin guard for less friendly places. (Sometimes a knee guard is also needed)
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 16, 2022, 02:40:27 PM
Post by: an0nemus on February 16, 2022, 02:55:27 PM
Another street view picture for today
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Post by: an0nemus on February 16, 2022, 02:58:41 PM
That's awesome! Saying this after 25 years do means the world. :cheers:
Thanks! Looking forward to the next 25 years! :cheers:
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Post by: Santos on February 16, 2022, 03:14:46 PM
Comis, Santos - to complete mission 2 you need to show your 90-day knife with the boots f I read the instructions correctly….. :pok:
So you say :whistle:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 16, 2022, 03:19:54 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on February 16, 2022, 04:54:47 PM
More post trying to persuade me to buy more shirts. Since COVID i have been able to wear older shirts working form home saving nice ones..
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 16, 2022, 05:09:51 PM
:like: Yes, they qualify. Perfect entry! :tu:
thank you :salute:
Day 16
my first Zippo was a very special birthday gift in 1990
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51885507478_58abe92937.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n3WMH9)IMG-20220216-WA0050 (https://flic.kr/p/2n3WMH9) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Nix on February 16, 2022, 05:11:19 PM
A question regarding the boots: as I don't own a pair of hiking boots, could my current work boots count?
Sure, if you've gone for a hike...or good walk...in them. ;)
Post by: Nix on February 16, 2022, 05:13:45 PM
These Columbia hiking boots is what I would use for hiking locally.
More Columbias! Nice!
Post by: Nix on February 16, 2022, 05:14:56 PM
With my rain boots. Not what you want for long distance hiking but well suited for a walk in the wetlands.
Popular with hunters and fishermen, too. :D
Post by: Nix on February 16, 2022, 05:16:29 PM
Boots with SI at work.
Those look the business! :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 16, 2022, 05:17:28 PM
Comis, Santos - to complete mission 2 you need to show your 90-day knife with the boots f I read the instructions correctly….. :pok:
:whistle:
Post by: RF52 on February 16, 2022, 07:06:54 PM
New waterbottle and some stickers :tu:
And used the 08 to cut some shrink tube.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 16, 2022, 07:20:52 PM
Those look the business! :tu:
:salute:
Post by: Myron on February 16, 2022, 07:49:39 PM
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 16, 2022, 08:16:23 PM
Opening correspondence.
(https://i.imgur.com/nFzIC59.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 16, 2022, 09:01:17 PM
Day 17
Light mail duty today...
(https://i.imgur.com/BXfcVVe.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 16, 2022, 09:02:22 PM
Day 17, using the pioneer to extricate a small pebble from between the plastic fender and the painted body work.
Oh, great use! :like:
Post by: Nix on February 16, 2022, 09:14:31 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/cc9YQSl.jpg)
The boots are from Vasque. These are some of my favorites: Sundowners. I think Vasque stopping making this version for awhile but have brought them back. *** whew ***
Perfect for a winter hike in the hills. Not much snow in general; fortunately some more is expected over the next week or so.
(https://i.imgur.com/XfwdDPT.jpg)
The trail was really icy. Compacted snow has melted and refrozen into ice. Ironically, the trails were much trickier to walk than the open terrain. However, I tried to stick to the trail and minimize my impact. I brought the trekking poles along because I knew the trails would be nasty. Glad I did!
(https://i.imgur.com/rGiK1ah.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 16, 2022, 10:27:51 PM
:like: :like:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 16, 2022, 10:51:35 PM
Post by: Nix on February 16, 2022, 11:08:42 PM
Post by: Myron on February 17, 2022, 12:17:07 AM
Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 12:30:15 AM
So I switched brands to Zamberlan and haven't looked back.
:popcorn:
I have pampered these Vasque boots. They've been cleaned dozens of times, waxed until they were confused for candles. So, yes, they've held up brilliantly. And I bet they date back to the 90's......
Now.....for off-trail service...I have a set of Kennetreks. Big beasts of the boots world and wonderfully supportive on steep, rocky terrain. Those are Italian made, but must have been designed by Russians. I haven't seen Zamberlans around here, but you've made me curious...... :think:
Post by: Echotech on February 17, 2022, 12:41:30 AM
Out on patrol this morning before the expected snow storm rolls in.....Great pics Nix :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/cc9YQSl.jpg)
The boots are from Vasque. These are some of my favorites: Sundowners. I think Vasque stopping making this version for awhile but have brought them back. *** whew ***
Perfect for a winter hike in the hills. Not much snow in general; fortunately some more is expected over the next week or so.
(https://i.imgur.com/XfwdDPT.jpg)
The trail was really icy. Compacted snow has melted and refrozen into ice. Ironically, the trails were much trickier to walk than the open terrain. However, I tried to stick to the trail and minimize my impact. I brought the trekking poles along because I knew the trails would be nasty. Glad I did!
(https://i.imgur.com/rGiK1ah.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 12:43:59 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 17, 2022, 12:46:47 AM
Out on patrol this morning before the expected snow storm rolls in.....Looking great Buddy!
(https://i.imgur.com/cc9YQSl.jpg)
The boots are from Vasque. These are some of my favorites: Sundowners. I think Vasque stopping making this version for awhile but have brought them back. *** whew ***
Perfect for a winter hike in the hills. Not much snow in general; fortunately some more is expected over the next week or so.
(https://i.imgur.com/XfwdDPT.jpg)
The trail was really icy. Compacted snow has melted and refrozen into ice. Ironically, the trails were much trickier to walk than the open terrain. However, I tried to stick to the trail and minimize my impact. I brought the trekking poles along because I knew the trails would be nasty. Glad I did!
(https://i.imgur.com/rGiK1ah.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 17, 2022, 01:20:47 AM
I'm recovering from a couple injuries, so it was great to get out for a decent walk. ;)
Hope you'll revover fully and soon :salute:
Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 01:35:15 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 17, 2022, 02:37:12 AM
And nice boots!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 17, 2022, 02:38:21 AM
SI sliced some mini tomatoes today
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The SI sliced some mini tomatoes today! (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220217/96dbdd36800d190655b6773afae43892.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 03:30:13 AM
Post by: Echotech on February 17, 2022, 04:05:57 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 17, 2022, 04:10:50 AM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 17, 2022, 04:44:52 AM
Out on patrol this morning before the expected snow storm rolls in.....
(https://i.imgur.com/cc9YQSl.jpg)
The boots are from Vasque. These are some of my favorites: Sundowners. I think Vasque stopping making this version for awhile but have brought them back. *** whew ***
Perfect for a winter hike in the hills. Not much snow in general; fortunately some more is expected over the next week or so.
(https://i.imgur.com/XfwdDPT.jpg)
The trail was really icy. Compacted snow has melted and refrozen into ice. Ironically, the trails were much trickier to walk than the open terrain. However, I tried to stick to the trail and minimize my impact. I brought the trekking poles along because I knew the trails would be nasty. Glad I did!
(https://i.imgur.com/rGiK1ah.jpg)
that's a beautiful area,cool pics.
stay....frosty :D
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 17, 2022, 04:47:42 AM
Day 17: Lots of package opening at work. Needs to be sharpened again already :/i dig the Tempo
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 17, 2022, 05:30:49 AM
Post by: Farmer X on February 17, 2022, 06:09:08 AM
Day 17
Another late check-in. This time it's my boots, for missIon completion. These are from Thorogood. Though they may be more a work or combat type, I have "hiked" a trail in Ann Arbor, Michigan while wearing them.
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Post by: comis on February 17, 2022, 09:05:07 AM
Comis, Santos - to complete mission 2 you need to show your 90-day knife with the boots f I read the instructions correctly….. :pok:Wilco! Great to have someone catch the fall. I will upload a new pix soon with my knife soon. :cheers:
Post by: comis on February 17, 2022, 09:09:15 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/eXH8p6B.jpg)
Love having a cutting mat right on the table, so I could easily cut anything when needed.
Post by: comis on February 17, 2022, 09:12:24 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/VeY5bAf.jpg)
Post by: comis on February 17, 2022, 09:14:07 AM
GAK day 17
With my rain boots. Not what you want for long distance hiking but well suited for a walk in the wetlands.
Boots!I love those long boots when walking in wet area, not the best when the weather is sub zero, but great for keeping my feet dry when needed. Absolutely must have when I need to take photo in wetland.
I have a Timberland pair of boots...
But here pictured my really trusty issued boots that I use everyday, in any enviroment that I go to work (go to work or deployed :-) ).
From north to south of the country. Industrial plants, shipyards, field with mud, dust, rain... Were I'm needed to be, there I'm with them.
15 years using the same model.
In the pic, with and without shin guard for less friendly places. (Sometimes a knee guard is also needed)
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Post by: zoidberg on February 17, 2022, 09:18:01 AM
Post by: Appleandrew on February 17, 2022, 09:27:25 AM
Flying out the door to get a train to London..
Gruff also witch has a new knife / wand
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 17, 2022, 11:44:58 AM
Wilco! Great to have someone catch the fall. I will upload a new pix soon with my knife soon. :cheers:
“Leave no man behind!” as they say (though not sure my platoon commander training expressed it quite like that, but never mind!), you’re welcome, Comis! :cheers:
Great work and pics, y’awl!
Day 18 (D+17)
After the usual early morning raid on the supermarket, I used the main blade to “liberate” the spuds from their plastic bag and put them into something more breathable (That’s enough faux military jargon, Ed.!!) But more seriously, I never cease to be impressed at how easy it is to keep these blades sharp!
Post by: an0nemus on February 17, 2022, 01:20:55 PM
Opened a package in the office today
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Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 02:53:34 PM
This time it's my boots, for missIon completion. These are from Thorogood. Though they may be more a work or combat type, I have "hiked" a trail in Ann Arbor, Michigan while wearing them.
:like:
Another submission, my previous pix is not up to spec. :D
(https://i.imgur.com/VeY5bAf.jpg)
Well done! :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 02:56:08 PM
I never cease to be impressed at how easy it is to keep these blades sharp!
:iagree: The Vic steel sharpens up nicely.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 17, 2022, 04:14:41 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 17, 2022, 04:17:10 PM
Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 04:19:35 PM
Post by: SubMY on February 17, 2022, 04:30:07 PM
Well the internet was to slow yesterday, so heres both days.
No hiking boots for the challenge, just these. :rofl:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 17, 2022, 04:48:14 PM
drill press swarf :D
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Post by: Ron Who on February 17, 2022, 05:52:13 PM
Today at work I used the scissors to open a bag of coffee. :D
Show content
Just kidding of course. The GAK doesn´t have any scissors so I used the blade.
Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 05:53:25 PM
No hiking boots for the challenge, just these. :rofl:
I think we can allow those..... :rofl:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 17, 2022, 07:07:04 PM
Opening up breakfast and dinner. Tea was a takeaway and I didn't have my phone with me to take a picture when it turned up...
(https://i.imgur.com/NZpABW2.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Gk0DhuK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/j4JpNHS.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 17, 2022, 08:09:43 PM
Day 18
Me ol' Soldier helped unwrapping a new first aid kid for my backpack. I wonder why they don't include an emergency blanked being labeled for biking/hiking and the like :think:
(https://i.imgur.com/VosLVK3.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tJEjAdD.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 08:31:32 PM
Post by: McStitchy on February 17, 2022, 08:47:09 PM
I think we can allow those..... :rofl:
:iagree: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 17, 2022, 08:47:37 PM
Day 18: At work now so just lunch duty.
:drool:
Post by: Myron on February 17, 2022, 08:51:22 PM
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 17, 2022, 09:14:42 PM
Day 18
Me ol' Soldier helped unwrapping a new first aid kid for my backpack. I wonder why they don't include an emergency blanked being labeled for biking/hiking and the like :think:
(https://i.imgur.com/VosLVK3.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/tJEjAdD.jpg)
Good question, McStitchy! I really ought to replace my one as it’s over 30 years old…. :facepalm: An emergency blanket would be a good addition. :tu:
Breakfast duty for Day 18 here. The Pioneer cuts thru a banana like, um, a sharp knife thru a banana.
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Perhaps heat it up next time to complete the simile! :rofl:
Post by: RF52 on February 17, 2022, 09:42:15 PM
Out on patrol this morning before the expected snow storm rolls in.....A bit jealous, looks like a great hike :hatsoff:
(https://i.imgur.com/cc9YQSl.jpg)
The boots are from Vasque. These are some of my favorites: Sundowners. I think Vasque stopping making this version for awhile but have brought them back. *** whew ***
Perfect for a winter hike in the hills. Not much snow in general; fortunately some more is expected over the next week or so.
(https://i.imgur.com/XfwdDPT.jpg)
The trail was really icy. Compacted snow has melted and refrozen into ice. Ironically, the trails were much trickier to walk than the open terrain. However, I tried to stick to the trail and minimize my impact. I brought the trekking poles along because I knew the trails would be nasty. Glad I did!
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Post by: RF52 on February 17, 2022, 09:48:26 PM
Todays pic and CM2 pic :tu:
My Salomon X-ultra mid hiking boots, fits like well fiting boots :dunno:
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Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 09:54:17 PM
My Salomon X-ultra mid hiking boots, fits like well fiting boots :dunno:
:like: I have recently started wearing some Solomons. I'm a bit worried that they aggravate my plantar fasciitis, but I'll give 'em some more dirt time before I make up my mind.
Post by: Nix on February 17, 2022, 09:58:15 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/jX6BPQC.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 17, 2022, 09:58:25 PM
Day 18
Me ol' Soldier helped unwrapping a new first aid kid for my backpack. I wonder why they don't include an emergency blanked being labeled for biking/hiking and the like :think:
(https://i.imgur.com/VosLVK3.jpg)
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Post by: McStitchy on February 17, 2022, 10:06:54 PM
Breakfast duty for Day 18 here. The Pioneer cuts thru a banana like, um, a sharp knife thru a banana.
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That's bananas :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on February 17, 2022, 10:10:29 PM
Good question, McStitchy! I really ought to replace my one as it’s over 30 years old…. :facepalm: An emergency blanket would be a good addition. :tu:
:rofl: :pok:
Post by: McStitchy on February 17, 2022, 10:12:33 PM
Day 18:
Todays pic and CM2 pic :tu:
My Salomon X-ultra mid hiking boots, fits like well fiting boots :dunno:
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Those Salomon are.... oh look...a Soldier :D
Post by: Myron on February 17, 2022, 10:13:31 PM
Finished knitting up a hat today. Last step is to use a needle to weave the end of the yarn into the fabric for a knot free finish. Typically my Vic scissors would clip the needle free, but the main blade did the job with ease.
Make a few of these in red with the Swiss cross on them and put them in the sales corner! I'd buy one. :)
Post by: McStitchy on February 17, 2022, 10:14:12 PM
Looks great Stitch!
:cheers: Barry
Post by: McStitchy on February 17, 2022, 10:21:14 PM
Finished knitting up a hat today. Last step is to use a needle to weave the end of the yarn into the fabric for a knot free finish. Typically my Vic scissors would clip the needle free, but the main blade did the job with ease.
(https://i.imgur.com/jX6BPQC.jpg)
Very good :like:
Post by: Nix on February 18, 2022, 01:00:30 AM
Make a few of these in red with the Swiss cross on them and put them in the sales corner! I'd buy one. :)
:rofl:
Say...that's an idea......
Post by: Farmer X on February 18, 2022, 04:22:56 AM
I wonder why they don't include an emergency blanked being labeled for biking/hiking and the like :think:Cost considerations? That's awl I can think of. I'd bet there's probably enough room in that pack to add one.
Day 18
Another no-use day. After shoveling about three inches of snow, some of it slushy, I needed a little power-up (crackers and salted caramel cocoa).
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Great work from awl, yet again!
Post by: Echotech on February 18, 2022, 04:35:51 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 18, 2022, 04:51:24 AM
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Post by: RF52 on February 18, 2022, 06:41:08 AM
Those Salomon are.... oh look...a Soldier :D:rofl:
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Post by: RF52 on February 18, 2022, 06:44:18 AM
:like: I have recently started wearing some Solomons. I'm a bit worried that they aggravate my plantar fasciitis, but I'll give 'em some more dirt time before I make up my mind.I'm sure that's why there are so many boots to choose from, so we can spend lots of money to find the perfect pair.
Hopefully you wont be in to much pain when testing
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Post by: RF52 on February 18, 2022, 06:45:15 AM
Finished knitting up a hat today. Last step is to use a needle to weave the end of the yarn into the fabric for a knot free finish. Typically my Vic scissors would clip the needle free, but the main blade did the job with ease.Good job, that hat looks great :like:
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Post by: RF52 on February 18, 2022, 06:46:27 AM
Did you fit a kid in there :dwts: :pok:Day 18
Me ol' Soldier helped unwrapping a new first aid kid for my backpack. I wonder why they don't include an emergency blanked being labeled for biking/hiking and the like :think:
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Post by: RF52 on February 18, 2022, 06:49:29 AM
Cost considerations? That's awl I can think of. I'd bet there's probably enough room in that pack to add one.Salted caramel cocoa sounds really good :drool:
Day 18
Another no-use day. After shoveling about three inches of snow, some of it slushy, I needed a little power-up (crackers and salted caramel cocoa).
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Post by: RF52 on February 18, 2022, 06:49:50 AM
Day 19Cool pic :like:
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Post by: RF52 on February 18, 2022, 06:52:54 AM
Opened a 3 pack of Bic lighters :tu:
Anyone else missing a sharp point on their 08?
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 18, 2022, 08:21:07 AM
Post by: McStitchy on February 18, 2022, 08:31:18 AM
Cost considerations? That's awl I can think of. I'd bet there's probably enough room in that pack to add one.
Day 18
Another no-use day. After shoveling about three inches of snow, some of it slushy, I needed a little power-up (crackers and salted caramel cocoa).
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Great work from awl, yet again!
:iagree: there's enough room for one to add.
Still snowing? We're having a little storm here at the moment.
Post by: McStitchy on February 18, 2022, 08:37:21 AM
Day 19
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He's right, you know? :D
Post by: McStitchy on February 18, 2022, 08:38:33 AM
Did you fit a kid in there :dwts: :pok:
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:rofl: ...what was I thinking?
Post by: McStitchy on February 18, 2022, 08:42:59 AM
Day 18: No notable use but here is today's accoutrements with a bonus bunny photo bomb!
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That bunny dosn't seem to be comfortable being approached with a knife :P
Post by: McStitchy on February 18, 2022, 08:49:48 AM
Day 19:
Opened a 3 pack of Bic lighters :tu:
Anyone else missing a sharp point on their 08?
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I think I might if I had one :think:
Post by: comis on February 18, 2022, 09:16:41 AM
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Since the start of the pandemic, my city was doing a relatively good job of keeping the numbers down to really low digits, so it is really rare we have to do any PCR tests. But recent surge of Omicron cases have sent us all to the deep end, for the first time we start to see infection climbs to 4 digits and everyone starts to do self test periodically just to be sure. Here Wenger SI accompanies us while waiting for the result.(luckily, it's negative)
Post by: Farmer X on February 18, 2022, 09:47:45 AM
A bonus bunny photo bomb!:like: I'd probably have a rabbit if it weren't for the cats and a drafty ol' house!
Still snowing?Not when I typed this post, but we probably got between six and ten inches (15-25 cm) yesterday and into early this morning. It delayed a project for which the Pioneer will be used, too.
I'm ready for summer and perch fishing!
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 18, 2022, 10:01:54 AM
Well, given the red weather warning for the approaching storm (McStitchy, hope you’re not badly affected….), I was surprised to see a DPD van first thing, the awlsome awl does the opening duties (and breakdown duty too - just in time to go into the recycling before the cart comes round later today, though I wonder if they’ll nave a break while the storm blows through?) - yet more peanut sacks for the wildlife.
Post by: zoidberg on February 18, 2022, 10:36:37 AM
Post by: Santos on February 18, 2022, 11:20:44 AM
Forty-Eight
Screwing things or food prep seems the most common thing. I put in a new door handle on a freshly painted door. Soldier proved itself capable. Then I switched to trade tools for the other ten doors as I am self-employed and don't get paid by the hour!
Day 19
More tiny script
Light duty opened things phone wasn't handy so here is a page from the School of Echotech, ADF issue Swisstool on parade with 83 Soldier
Post by: Appleandrew on February 18, 2022, 12:53:40 PM
Stormy here with fences and trees down. Just collected my daughter from the nursery.
Will probably take shelter in the local pub later - just in case our roof falls off. Just can’t be too careful!
Post by: McStitchy on February 18, 2022, 01:18:58 PM
Day 19 (D+18)
Well, given the red weather warning for the approaching storm (McStitchy, hope you’re not badly affected….), ...
Had the lights flickering for a few times and a brief power outage between making a coffe and starting work. So all good :D
Post by: McStitchy on February 18, 2022, 01:19:42 PM
DAY 19:
Ready to jump :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 18, 2022, 01:21:10 PM
Day 18
Forty-Eight
Screwing things or food prep seems the most common thing. I put in a new door handle on a freshly painted door. Soldier proved itself capable. Then I switched to trade tools for the other ten doors as I am self-employed and don't get paid by the hour!
Day 19
More tiny script
Light duty opened things phone wasn't handy so here is a page from the School of Echotech, ADF issue Swisstool on parade with 83 Soldier
:like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 18, 2022, 01:22:55 PM
Day 19
Stormy here with fences and trees down. Just collected my daughter from the nursery.
Will probably take shelter in the local pub later - just in case our roof falls off. Just can’t be too careful!
Better safe than sorry :2tu:
Post by: Ron Who on February 18, 2022, 02:24:03 PM
Post by: an0nemus on February 18, 2022, 02:47:03 PM
_______
D +19
Opened a package from my sister
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Post by: Ron Who on February 18, 2022, 02:49:17 PM
No uses today.
I still haven´t used the wood saw on my GAK, but I took a better look at it. Its effective length is less than the 91mm saw and the teeth are orientated differently. The GAK saw is a pull saw, where the 91mm can do both push and pull strokes.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 18, 2022, 03:09:14 PM
Post by: SubMY on February 18, 2022, 04:11:00 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/NYAio8x.jpeg)
Here's a quick picture of the two things I've been carryin around, a zebralight flashlight and my pioneer. I'm a little odd in that I actually prefer the L flashlights a little more, easier to hook on a shirt or a belt. As for the pioneer, it got a bit of a work out today, popping open a washing machine door that was jammed.
Post by: Nix on February 18, 2022, 04:58:14 PM
Day 19: Hanging out with a German cousin. I made the holster from a kit.
:like: I need to try making a pistol holster at some point.
Post by: Nix on February 18, 2022, 05:07:31 PM
I'm a little odd in that I actually prefer the L flashlights a little more, easier to hook on a shirt or a belt. As for the pioneer, it got a bit of a work out today, popping open a washing machine door that was jammed.
:like: I totally get that. I have...and still use....an old military L flashlight. Heavy and dim compared to new lights, but I just like it. I confess that for pocket carry I go wit ha little AA or AAA in-line light.
Post by: RF52 on February 18, 2022, 05:29:05 PM
Day 19: Hanging out with a German cousin. I made the holster from a kit.Nice!
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Post by: Myron on February 18, 2022, 05:39:23 PM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 18, 2022, 06:39:21 PM
Finished knitting up a hat today. Last step is to use a needle to weave the end of the yarn into the fabric for a knot free finish. Typically my Vic scissors would clip the needle free, but the main blade did the job with ease.
(https://i.imgur.com/jX6BPQC.jpg)
that's a cool skill,nice beanie :tu: :tu:
Day 18
lollipops are harder to open than i remember ::)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51889673174_cba8de49f3.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n4j92u)sol (https://flic.kr/p/2n4j92u) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Farmer X on February 18, 2022, 07:48:37 PM
Hanging out with a German cousin.Mauser? Walther? Some other make?
Bringing some new pocket knives for show and tell.:like:
Day 19
Since some flashlights have been shown, the Pioneer is posing with my most pocketable flashlight: an Olight i1R2 EOS. Thanks again to SurgeUK for sending it my way!
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Post by: McStitchy on February 18, 2022, 08:20:09 PM
Day 19
It was time to change the water filter...
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Post by: Nix on February 18, 2022, 09:44:21 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 18, 2022, 10:01:03 PM
More Canadian supplies to mark a smurf week at work finally coming to an end.
(https://i.imgur.com/N2uYNjT.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3GY8E7C.jpg)
Post by: Santos on February 18, 2022, 10:41:11 PM
Nix Led bulb upgrade?
Post by: GearedForwards on February 18, 2022, 11:29:02 PM
Farmer X I recently got the Olight i1r Pro 2.No real use but impressed with its size and light. Also hope the waterproof makes it viable for night canyons. I hate headtorches with a passion.
I would strongly recommend only using that form factor of light as a backup if you want to do something longer duration and higher danger like climbing in the dark.
What do you dislike about headlamps?
Have you considered just clipping a right angle light (smaller than Nix's!) to your clothing or rigging?
Post by: Santos on February 18, 2022, 11:55:16 PM
What do you dislike about headlamps?
Preserving my night vision in groups. Generally, i have a light sometimes in a disposable drink bottle at waist height for vision. People just can't help looking into people faces when talking. Doesn't matter how often you explain it and they agree, when distracted they instinctually do it. I have a habit of being a little further back so I can avoid the deathbeam when their heads swivel round. Especially since LED have gotten brighter and brighter in a small form factor.
I have used AAA/AA LED Magllites for this but thelast lot corroded out when i forgot to top up the grease seal and dry them out afterwards.
When i need a headtorch I just improvise with bandana and rubber bands. I'm 38 and been really lucky with eyesight, half our group wear glasses.
If it is somewhere where we are doing wall climbing I usually take one of my 18v LED Floodlights in the Drybag
Post by: McStitchy on February 19, 2022, 12:38:16 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/oq9KviB.jpg)
Ouh, you've got one of those still?! :like:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 19, 2022, 01:24:41 AM
Late post.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 19, 2022, 01:28:16 AM
The SI opened a packet of coffee to mix with hot milk.
Good to keep the human machine working.
(A very decent instant coffee, indeed)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 19, 2022, 04:54:06 AM
Post by: Echotech on February 19, 2022, 05:18:51 AM
Finding the 08 great for food prep, particularly on the greens, a straight edge would’ve been better on the carrots but worked well enough
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 19, 2022, 05:50:27 AM
Post by: RF52 on February 19, 2022, 08:27:30 AM
We got snow!
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Post by: zoidberg on February 19, 2022, 08:51:53 AM
Post by: zoidberg on February 19, 2022, 08:52:35 AM
Post by: RF52 on February 19, 2022, 09:03:32 AM
Did your SAK fail a kickflip? :rofl:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 19, 2022, 09:56:26 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 19, 2022, 10:47:18 AM
Post by: Santos on February 19, 2022, 11:37:13 AM
Like the D&D die
Post by: comis on February 19, 2022, 12:04:23 PM
:like: I totally get that. I have...and still use....an old military L flashlight. Heavy and dim compared to new lights, but I just like it. I confess that for pocket carry I go wit ha little AA or AAA in-line light.I tried L shaped flashlight long ago but never seem to get along with it too well, instead I much prefer headlight when I am hiking alone. Very convenient, and keep the hands free. Also, I think there are couple versions of headlight that could double as a L-shape flashlight. It may worth a try.
Preserving my night vision in groups. Generally, i have a light sometimes in a disposable drink bottle at waist height for vision. People just can't help looking into people faces when talking. Doesn't matter how often you explain it and they agree, when distracted they instinctually do it. I have a habit of being a little further back so I can avoid the deathbeam when their heads swivel round. Especially since LED have gotten brighter and brighter in a small form factor.I used to be a flashaholic a long while ago, and I could totally see where you are coming from. Even with handheld flashlight, it took awhile for people to learn not to flash someone in the eyes when talking in the dark.
I have used AAA/AA LED Magllites for this but thelast lot corroded out when i forgot to top up the grease seal and dry them out afterwards.
When i need a headtorch I just improvise with bandana and rubber bands. I'm 38 and been really lucky with eyesight, half our group wear glasses.
If it is somewhere where we are doing wall climbing I usually take one of my 18v LED Floodlights in the Drybag
Day 19, headed out of town for a little XC skiing weekend with the guys. Bringing some new pocket knives for show and tell.Nifty!
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Post by: comis on February 19, 2022, 12:05:25 PM
Day 19Hope everything is alright at your end when you read this.
Stormy here with fences and trees down. Just collected my daughter from the nursery.
Will probably take shelter in the local pub later - just in case our roof falls off. Just can’t be too careful!
Post by: comis on February 19, 2022, 12:07:55 PM
D-19I remembered seeing your instant coffee packets in previous challenges, a big fan here too! :cheers:
The SI opened a packet of coffee to mix with hot milk.
Good to keep the human machine working.
(A very decent instant coffee, indeed)
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DAY 20:There I thought I was the only one in the group with a finger board, but I totally suck with zero skill. :facepalm: :D
Day 20:No kidding! But looks like fun! :D
We got snow!
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Post by: comis on February 19, 2022, 12:09:25 PM
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Mid-day, Wenger SI opens a tea packet for rescue.
Post by: RF52 on February 19, 2022, 12:26:49 PM
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 19, 2022, 03:10:24 PM
Day 20 (D+19)
Thankfully the worst of the storm has passed with no damage, though several neighbours have lost fence panels and a few trees are down (the railway at the foot of garden isn’t running again today, so I suspect the line has several trees fallen on it) - even managed a few beers at our local with Appleandrew yesterday evening! :drink: It was sunny earlier this morning and Postie dropped off a parcel, so once again the awlsome awl was called into action to reveal coffee supplies - I wonder whether they’ll outlast this challenge?! Sadly it’s raining once more now and looks set to do so tomorrow….. :cry:
Post by: an0nemus on February 19, 2022, 03:16:05 PM
Opened my weekend bottle
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Post by: Myron on February 19, 2022, 04:13:44 PM
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Post by: Ron Who on February 19, 2022, 04:18:12 PM
Today it´s apricot pie
Post by: RF52 on February 19, 2022, 04:52:49 PM
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Post by: Appleandrew on February 19, 2022, 05:10:48 PM
A package was stuffed under the wheel arch of my car when i was out…
Post by: Nix on February 19, 2022, 05:21:49 PM
Nix Led bulb upgrade?
Not yet. Maybe when this one burns out.
It is a dim sort of light, but with the red lens and diffuser lens it provides ample soft light to do things at night without trashing my night vision or waking others up. I know really bright lights are popular, but I find that for most of my flashlight needs, soft light is preferable. :dunno:
Post by: Nix on February 19, 2022, 05:23:46 PM
What do you dislike about headlamps?
The headlamp (with red light) has become my go-to lamp. I do have a small AAA that can clip onto the bill of a cap. That is super useful as an EDC, but it ain't a headlamp.
Post by: Nix on February 19, 2022, 05:25:18 PM
Finding the 08 great for food prep, particularly on the greens, a straight edge would’ve been better on the carrots but worked well enough
:iagree: I'm sharing your findings so far. :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 19, 2022, 05:28:47 PM
Woke up to some fresh snow this morning. Only supposed to get up to 13 F today.
Nice. We're waiting for some cold and snow.
Post by: Nix on February 19, 2022, 05:29:13 PM
Today it´s apricot pie
:drool:
Post by: SubMY on February 19, 2022, 08:03:50 PM
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Well pretty slow Saturday, didn't use it at all to be honest, just road in my back pocket.
Post by: McStitchy on February 19, 2022, 08:05:55 PM
Day 20:
We got snow!
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:woohoo: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 19, 2022, 08:34:40 PM
Day 20
Package opening stuff...
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Post by: RF52 on February 19, 2022, 10:07:32 PM
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 19, 2022, 10:23:52 PM
Day 20:
We got snow!
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Belting, :tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 19, 2022, 10:29:20 PM
Breakfast before a day of what were, ultimately mostey pointless movements.
Just for McStichy, no fingers were damaged in the making of this breakfast and there was no "red sauce" required!
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Post by: Nix on February 19, 2022, 10:44:06 PM
Post by: Nix on February 19, 2022, 10:49:43 PM
Mrs Nix and I went for a picnic by the lake....
(https://i.imgur.com/VMYGM7e.jpg)
Then, on the other side of that ridgeline, went for a nice hike by a stream (I was sort of scouting for fishing spots, but told Mrs Nix I was looking for birds. There was a beautiful Red Tail hawk working the area, so it wasn't a complete prevarication...... :dunno:).
(https://i.imgur.com/SPU05UE.jpg)
I was sort of surprised by the way the ridgeline made for a completely different micro-climate.
I was also surprised that the Soldier didn't get used during the picnic, but the sandwiches were pre-cut, the cookie had self-destructed into crumbs, and the apple was left uneaten. So, no uses aside from being available in case one tool or another was required.
(https://i.imgur.com/XDrUDlU.jpg)
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 19, 2022, 11:10:50 PM
Post by: Nix on February 19, 2022, 11:12:37 PM
Post by: Echotech on February 19, 2022, 11:44:51 PM
Post by: Nix on February 19, 2022, 11:55:13 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 20, 2022, 12:11:25 AM
Nice pics, Nix! :like: :like:
Post by: Farmer X on February 20, 2022, 02:17:30 AM
Preserving my night vision in groups.I can understand why you dislike headlamps. When I got mine and tested it out, I was told something to the effect of "get that thing out of my eyes!" However, they're great when I'm working in a dark area and need both hands.
We're waiting for some cold and snow.Wish I could give you some of my cold weather!
Day 20
Some use today: slicing up sushi rolls. They didn't stay together very well, though.
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Post by: Nix on February 20, 2022, 05:20:19 AM
Some use today: slicing up sushi rolls. They didn't stay together very well, though.
Maybe so, but looks tasty as awl get out! :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 20, 2022, 05:36:37 AM
More Ikea stuff. My couch arrived! :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on February 20, 2022, 05:56:51 AM
Been up to The Entrance on the NSW Central Coast today, took my 08 but completely forgot to take any photos with it, so one from after the mowing earlier instead …and the beach minus the 08 because you’ve seen my boots before
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/12262237e1f2c4662e58a658b5681be6.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/ebee0a59dd70ab62ca14f93c3b0e43dd.jpg)
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 20, 2022, 06:01:10 AM
Post by: Santos on February 20, 2022, 06:33:57 AM
Not yet. Maybe when this one burns out.This x100, low power settings on most cheap led torches are what i desire for nearly everything, it is cool that your torch can set the paper on fire but also a really worrying feature for actual use.
It is a dim sort of light, but with the red lens and diffuser lens it provides ample soft light to do things at night without trashing my night vision or waking others up. I know really bright lights are popular, but I find that for most of my flashlight needs, soft light is preferable. :dunno:
The headlamp (with red light) has become my go-to lamp. I do have a small AAA that can clip onto the bill of a cap. That is super useful as an EDC, but it ain't a headlamp.
NIX (& Comis)
As I said, when there are times I need complete hands free and auto targetting I usually can lash together a headband setup. I even own a red retro Nite Ize Headband that you slide the mini maglite. Just never pack it as i get the same effect with rolled-up bandana.
The thing i like about a plastic bottle tapped to a carabiner or just loose on a lanyard (in the environments I use them). My hands here generally don't touch the flashlight unless i am spotlighting something.
So I can light up the floor that i am walking through without looking down. The bottle adds waterproofness and floating capability (and works like a water bottle if you are lost!)
I am really impressed with the low power setting of the I1r 2 Pro, so compact and 12hrs? i'd like one of the light aaa Olight cheapies but trying to find a cheap 2nd i1r pro in orange. It would take up the same real estate on my keychain as a AAA and it would be easy to manage to charge the pair.
The rabbit hole...
Post by: RF52 on February 20, 2022, 06:47:04 AM
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Post by: Echotech on February 20, 2022, 06:55:25 AM
Post by: Santos on February 20, 2022, 06:55:55 AM
Fifty-One
Sunday Fun Day through Empress Falls, Blue Mountains
(Echotech :pok: )
Photo take and mouth at top of Empress Falls (Post-Rappel shot included for reference)
Post by: RF52 on February 20, 2022, 07:12:04 AM
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Post by: Echotech on February 20, 2022, 07:18:54 AM
D21Stunning mate :like: :tu:
Fifty-One
Sunday Fun Day through Empress Falls, Blue Mountains
(Echotech :pok: )
Photo take and mouth at top of Empress Falls (Post-Rappel shot included for reference)
Post by: comis on February 20, 2022, 07:43:31 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/QMJqG4Z.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/mOm7UAU.jpg)
After zoidberg's post yesterday, I gonna post one just like him... :D
Post by: RF52 on February 20, 2022, 07:44:04 AM
Cut a piece of bubblewrap to keep the batteries in a remote controlled car in place and used the backside phillips to open the batteri compartment :tu:
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Post by: comis on February 20, 2022, 08:32:52 AM
@comis Snow is always fun, to bad it's a bit warm here now and all the snow is melting:cheers:
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Great work, everyone!So envious our UK member could get together so easily like that, hope you guys had a great time!
Day 20 (D+19)
Thankfully the worst of the storm has passed with no damage, though several neighbours have lost fence panels and a few trees are down (the railway at the foot of garden isn’t running again today, so I suspect the line has several trees fallen on it) - even managed a few beers at our local with Appleandrew yesterday evening! :drink: It was sunny earlier this morning and Postie dropped off a parcel, so once again the awlsome awl was called into action to reveal coffee supplies - I wonder whether they’ll outlast this challenge?! Sadly it’s raining once more now and looks set to do so tomorrow….. :cry:
D +20Have a great weekend!
Opened my weekend bottle
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Post by: zoidberg on February 20, 2022, 08:35:55 AM
There I thought I was the only one in the group with a finger board, but I totally suck with zero skill. :facepalm: :D
I find them a lot of fun. :like:
Post by: comis on February 20, 2022, 08:36:51 AM
Day 20That's kinda creative, but what happened if you just start driving....
A package was stuffed under the wheel arch of my car when i was out…
Surprisingly clement day here....snow expected tomorrow evening, however.So nice! I think I had seen something very similar in past challenge, maybe the other side of the lake?
Mrs Nix and I went for a picnic by the lake....
(https://i.imgur.com/VMYGM7e.jpg)
Then, on the other side of that ridgeline, went for a nice hike by a stream (I was sort of scouting for fishing spots, but told Mrs Nix I was looking for birds. There was a beautiful Red Tail hawk working the area, so it wasn't a complete prevarication...... :dunno:).
(https://i.imgur.com/SPU05UE.jpg)
I was sort of surprised by the way the ridgeline made for a completely different micro-climate.
I was also surprised that the Soldier didn't get used during the picnic, but the sandwiches were pre-cut, the cookie had self-destructed into crumbs, and the apple was left uneaten. So, no uses aside from being available in case one tool or another was required.
(https://i.imgur.com/XDrUDlU.jpg)
Day 21Great view and an awesome photo!
Been up to The Entrance on the NSW Central Coast today, took my 08 but completely forgot to take any photos with it, so one from after the mowing earlier instead …and the beach minus the 08 because you’ve seen my boots before
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/12262237e1f2c4662e58a658b5681be6.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/ebee0a59dd70ab62ca14f93c3b0e43dd.jpg)
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Post by: comis on February 20, 2022, 08:38:25 AM
I find them a lot of fun. :like:Still need to practice more with it, I could kinda do a jump 30-40% of the time. :facepalm: :D
Post by: comis on February 20, 2022, 08:39:01 AM
D21Looks like a fun trip out! Cool!
Fifty-One
Sunday Fun Day through Empress Falls, Blue Mountains
(Echotech :pok: )
Photo take and mouth at top of Empress Falls (Post-Rappel shot included for reference)
Post by: zoidberg on February 20, 2022, 08:40:00 AM
Day 20
Package opening stuff...
(https://i.imgur.com/YAA8Xxb.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/QHEezdx.jpg)
Nice. :tu:
Post by: zoidberg on February 20, 2022, 08:45:34 AM
Oooh, what did you get?
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I think it's a bike bag, clips under the seat...
Post by: zoidberg on February 20, 2022, 08:46:11 AM
Surprisingly clement day here....snow expected tomorrow evening, however.
Mrs Nix and I went for a picnic by the lake....
(https://i.imgur.com/VMYGM7e.jpg)
Then, on the other side of that ridgeline, went for a nice hike by a stream (I was sort of scouting for fishing spots, but told Mrs Nix I was looking for birds. There was a beautiful Red Tail hawk working the area, so it wasn't a complete prevarication...... :dunno:).
(https://i.imgur.com/SPU05UE.jpg)
I was sort of surprised by the way the ridgeline made for a completely different micro-climate.
I was also surprised that the Soldier didn't get used during the picnic, but the sandwiches were pre-cut, the cookie had self-destructed into crumbs, and the apple was left uneaten. So, no uses aside from being available in case one tool or another was required.
(https://i.imgur.com/XDrUDlU.jpg)
Loving the pics. :tu: :like:
Post by: RF52 on February 20, 2022, 08:48:34 AM
I think it's a bike bag, clips under the seat...That is actually a good idea :tu: I've always carried all my stuff in a backpack when riding a bike :dunno:
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Post by: zoidberg on February 20, 2022, 08:49:37 AM
Day 20
(https://i.imgur.com/QMJqG4Z.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/mOm7UAU.jpg)
After zoidberg's post yesterday, I gonna post one just like him... :D
An old school fat board, that's awesome. Mine are pretty boring because they are the ones the kids didn't want. :facepalm:
Post by: zoidberg on February 20, 2022, 08:59:51 AM
Still need to practice more with it, I could kinda do a jump 30-40% of the time. :facepalm: :D
We make random little skate parks out of old food packets etc and have competitions.
The girls want to build something better out of wood or concrete, maybe one day.
We also have a few finger bmxs around here somewhere.
Post by: zoidberg on February 20, 2022, 09:06:16 AM
That is actually a good idea :tu: I've always carried all my stuff in a backpack when riding a bike :dunno:
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I use a little frame bag for tools and a tube.
The seat bag gets used for an extra tube on those longer missions or when riding with the kids.
Post by: zoidberg on February 20, 2022, 09:06:45 AM
Post by: RF52 on February 20, 2022, 09:15:35 AM
I use a little frame bag for tools and a tube.:tu:
The seat bag gets used for an extra tube on those longer missions or when riding with the kids.
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Post by: Echotech on February 20, 2022, 09:36:37 AM
Great view and an awesome photo!
Thanks comis :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 20, 2022, 09:37:09 AM
Day 21
Been up to The Entrance on the NSW Central Coast today, took my 08 but completely forgot to take any photos with it, so one from after the mowing earlier instead …and the beach minus the 08 because you’ve seen my boots before
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/12262237e1f2c4662e58a658b5681be6.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/ebee0a59dd70ab62ca14f93c3b0e43dd.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/c2d39fa59b07d03a09745acc7d9f0310.gif)
wow.
crystal clear water.
amazingly beautiful
:o
Day 19
was a long tiring,but enjoyable day,the second half of which was spent with close family,something we haven't done since lockdown began in 2020.
belated D19 pic
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51891391767_fb37d0c570.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n4sWUp)20220220_102834 (https://flic.kr/p/2n4sWUp) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: an0nemus on February 20, 2022, 10:30:40 AM
D21
Fifty-One
Sunday Fun Day through Empress Falls, Blue Mountains
(Echotech :pok: )
Photo take and mouth at top of Empress Falls (Post-Rappel shot included for reference)
Wow, great place! :like:
Post by: an0nemus on February 20, 2022, 10:31:17 AM
Have a great weekend!
Likewise! :cheers:
Post by: Santos on February 20, 2022, 10:31:56 AM
Stunning mate :like: :tu:When would you like a free guided tour :pok:
:D :D :D :D
Post by: an0nemus on February 20, 2022, 10:34:43 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/3b446a4cfc07010c2f68f89e0461d847.jpg)
Post by: SubMY on February 20, 2022, 10:46:14 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/Z0mj4Z5.jpeg)
Don't worry I was parked when I took the picture. :D
Post by: McStitchy on February 20, 2022, 11:56:29 AM
Nice. :tu:
:hatsoff:
Post by: McStitchy on February 20, 2022, 11:57:09 AM
Day 21:
Cut a piece of bubblewrap to keep the batteries in a remote controlled car in place and used the backside phillips to open the batteri compartment :tu:
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Daddy to the rescue :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 20, 2022, 11:58:27 AM
D21
Fifty-One
Sunday Fun Day through Empress Falls, Blue Mountains
(Echotech :pok: )
Photo take and mouth at top of Empress Falls (Post-Rappel shot included for reference)
Lovely spot :dd:
Post by: McStitchy on February 20, 2022, 11:59:44 AM
Day 21
Been up to The Entrance on the NSW Central Coast today, took my 08 but completely forgot to take any photos with it, so one from after the mowing earlier instead …and the beach minus the 08 because you’ve seen my boots before
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/12262237e1f2c4662e58a658b5681be6.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/ebee0a59dd70ab62ca14f93c3b0e43dd.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/c2d39fa59b07d03a09745acc7d9f0310.gif)
Looks beautiful there :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 20, 2022, 12:07:49 PM
Surprisingly clement day here....snow expected tomorrow evening, however.
Mrs Nix and I went for a picnic by the lake....
(https://i.imgur.com/VMYGM7e.jpg)
Then, on the other side of that ridgeline, went for a nice hike by a stream (I was sort of scouting for fishing spots, but told Mrs Nix I was looking for birds. There was a beautiful Red Tail hawk working the area, so it wasn't a complete prevarication...... :dunno:).
(https://i.imgur.com/SPU05UE.jpg)
I was sort of surprised by the way the ridgeline made for a completely different micro-climate.
I was also surprised that the Soldier didn't get used during the picnic, but the sandwiches were pre-cut, the cookie had self-destructed into crumbs, and the apple was left uneaten. So, no uses aside from being available in case one tool or another was required.
(https://i.imgur.com/XDrUDlU.jpg)
"I was sort of scouting for fishing spots, but told Mrs Nix I was looking for birds."
:rofl:
Looks like a beautiful winters day out :like:
Post by: comis on February 20, 2022, 12:17:01 PM
We make random little skate parks out of old food packets etc and have competitions.That's cool, luckily my little one still didn't know what that is.
The girls want to build something better out of wood or concrete, maybe one day.
We also have a few finger bmxs around here somewhere.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XOaIc7pRWgk
Just for laugh, I have no idea people make apparel for finger skaters. :rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on February 20, 2022, 12:17:57 PM
Oooh, what did you get?
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A Topeak Aero Wedge Pack in size M.
It replaces my old Topeak saddle pack which's fornat doesn't suit todays phones anymore (my Samsung Galaxy S5 I used on the bike tours till now is getting...old).
I think it's a bike bag, clips under the seat...
Well spotted :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/ubalAKW.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 20, 2022, 12:20:31 PM
DAY 21:
Nice pic :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 20, 2022, 12:24:41 PM
D+19
Breakfast before a day of what were, ultimately mostey pointless movements.
Just for McStichy, no fingers were damaged in the making of this breakfast and there was no "red sauce" required!
(https://i.imgur.com/lHqcmFD.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/VXJMGxV.gif)
Post by: RF52 on February 20, 2022, 12:48:21 PM
A Topeak Aero Wedge Pack in size M.Sweet!
It replaces my old Topeak saddle pack which's fornat doesn't suit todays phones anymore (my Samsung Galaxy S5 I used on the bike tours till now is getting...old).
Well spotted :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/ubalAKW.jpg)
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Post by: RF52 on February 20, 2022, 12:49:03 PM
Daddy to the rescue :like::hatsoff:
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Post by: Ron Who on February 20, 2022, 02:13:59 PM
No uses today (but it´s still early)
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 20, 2022, 02:39:27 PM
I’m envious of all those getting out and about as I’ve been having to catch up with some work, and now the weather is going all stormy again, groan…… Ah, well might as well crack open a dunkel before resuming some data entry after lunch! :cheers:
Post by: Appleandrew on February 20, 2022, 03:13:10 PM
Chopping shelves to length for new bookcase. Sharp pencil essential.
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 20, 2022, 04:08:46 PM
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Post by: RF52 on February 20, 2022, 04:12:55 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 20, 2022, 04:16:10 PM
Post by: Myron on February 20, 2022, 04:36:03 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 20, 2022, 04:38:46 PM
Post by: Farmer X on February 20, 2022, 05:54:12 PM
Sunday Fun Day through Empress Falls, Blue Mountains.
Don't worry I was parked when I took the picture. :DNice outdoors shots, guys! :like:
Day 21: Making some new lanyards.:like: What knot are you tying there?
Maybe so, but looks tasty as awl get out! :like:It was tasty, provided I didn't overdo the Wasabi. Another tasty treat below...
Day 22
Scrambled eggs with Sriracha. And we mustn't forget the bacon! :woohoo:
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Post by: Nix on February 20, 2022, 06:47:31 PM
Been up to The Entrance on the NSW Central Coast today, took my 08 but completely forgot to take any photos with it, so one from after the mowing earlier instead …and the beach minus the 08 because you’ve seen my boots before
(https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Ftse4.mm.bing.net%2Fth%3Fid%3DOIP.L0J1SaXlOluCPyiaAejp0QD3D8%26pid%3DApi&f=1)
Post by: Nix on February 20, 2022, 06:49:29 PM
Sunday Fun Day through Empress Falls, Blue Mountains
Cool spot! :like:
Post by: Nix on February 20, 2022, 06:53:07 PM
So nice! I think I had seen something very similar in past challenge, maybe the other side of the lake?
Possibly. We haven't been to this spot for a while, but you may have seen it before, maybe from the other side. I have been out ice fishing at this spot a few times. :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 20, 2022, 06:56:31 PM
Day 21: Making some new lanyards.
Lovely cord work! :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 20, 2022, 06:57:15 PM
Scrambled eggs with Sriracha. And we mustn't forget the bacon! :woohoo:
Breakfast doesn't get any better..... :tu:
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 20, 2022, 08:11:18 PM
Nice outdoors shots, guys! :like:I don't know the official name of the knot. I just call it a spiral knot lol. Lasts forever and nice and tight!
:like: What knot are you tying there?
It was tasty, provided I didn't overdo the Wasabi. Another tasty treat below...
Day 22
Scrambled eggs with Sriracha. And we mustn't forget the bacon! :woohoo:
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 20, 2022, 08:27:06 PM
More food, before going out into the cold, and rain.
(https://i.imgur.com/ZIzFsNR.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 20, 2022, 10:20:21 PM
Day 21
No use came up for the 'ol Soldier today.
Stormy and rainy still here...
(https://i.imgur.com/NPx5vXi.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 20, 2022, 11:45:54 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/3ZviDzm.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 21, 2022, 01:46:12 AM
Post by: Nix on February 21, 2022, 02:10:08 AM
1/2" at most.
The weatherman says more is on the way, however.... :ahhh
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 21, 2022, 03:11:22 AM
Post by: Echotech on February 21, 2022, 04:16:23 AM
wow.
crystal clear water.
amazingly beautiful
:o
Looks beautiful there :like:
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Thanks guys :tu: :tu: :cheers:
When would you like a free guided tour :pok:
:D :D :D :D
I get vertigo in the cocktail bar of the Hydro Majestic :rofl:
Post by: Echotech on February 21, 2022, 04:23:19 AM
Bit of package opening today. The awl is very good on taped boxes but less so on plastic envelopes which tend to rip
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 21, 2022, 04:42:54 AM
Also, sorry for not being more active. I've got a girlfriend now, work is getting a bit more challenging with me taking over team leader duties and training, I've got a couple medical issues as well.
I'm assuming there are more missions in here that I have missed? I'll try to catch up at some point. :salute:
Post by: zoidberg on February 21, 2022, 07:52:33 AM
Nice pic :like:
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 21, 2022, 08:02:50 AM
I'm assuming there are more missions in here that I have missed? I'll try to catch up at some point. :salute:
Mission One: Read On! (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87754.msg2315303.html#msg2315303)
Mission Two: Boots On! (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87754.msg2318580.html#msg2318580)
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 21, 2022, 08:03:05 AM
saw no use again
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51894434651_bf1ac32750.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n4JxrV)20220221_073813 (https://flic.kr/p/2n4JxrV) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: zoidberg on February 21, 2022, 08:11:26 AM
Went into town and got a booster. Only use was cutting tags off a couple items from the local Vinnies.
Post by: comis on February 21, 2022, 09:12:43 AM
A Topeak Aero Wedge Pack in size M.I don't know too much about biking stuff, but I do know Topeak made a pretty cool mini ratchet set which is quite handy.
It replaces my old Topeak saddle pack which's fornat doesn't suit todays phones anymore (my Samsung Galaxy S5 I used on the bike tours till now is getting...old).
Well spotted :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/ubalAKW.jpg)
Nice outdoors shots, guys! :like:Lovely breakfast, that hot sauce is answer to everything food related.
:like: What knot are you tying there?
It was tasty, provided I didn't overdo the Wasabi. Another tasty treat below...
Day 22
Scrambled eggs with Sriracha. And we mustn't forget the bacon! :woohoo:
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Possibly. We haven't been to this spot for a while, but you may have seen it before, maybe from the other side. I have been out ice fishing at this spot a few times. :tu::tu:
I probably have seen this on is the past, but if I haven't said so, cool pouch!Day 21
No use came up for the 'ol Soldier today.
Stormy and rainy still here...
(https://i.imgur.com/NPx5vXi.jpg)
Post by: RF52 on February 21, 2022, 09:14:45 AM
What's the antler from?
Day 22:
New brake wear cable.
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Post by: comis on February 21, 2022, 09:15:49 AM
D-22Good news with the GF, and hope the medical issue is not too troublesome. :cheers:
Also, sorry for not being more active. I've got a girlfriend now, work is getting a bit more challenging with me taking over team leader duties and training, I've got a couple medical issues as well.
I'm assuming there are more missions in here that I have missed? I'll try to catch up at some point. :salute:
DAY 22:Will this turn into something handy? :popcorn:
Went into town and got a booster. Only use was cutting tags off a couple items from the local Vinnies.
Post by: comis on February 21, 2022, 09:17:20 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/8mRRItV.jpg)
Snack time, I only notice the blade is not completely clean after posting the picture, too late now. :facepalm: :D
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 21, 2022, 09:54:49 AM
Day 22 (D+21)
Not quite enough coffee left in the vacuum pot, so time to open up one of the new packs - I normally let them de-gas for a week or so before using, but a few grams were needed to make up enough to espresso. Chopped out the label too to remind me which variety is being used.
Post by: Santos on February 21, 2022, 10:09:34 AM
screws removed on airfryer oven to clean grease on inner glass.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 21, 2022, 11:52:50 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 21, 2022, 12:55:59 PM
Day 19I always remember of your posts in previous challenges Comis.
(https://i.imgur.com/S9xMYwa.jpg)
Mid-day, Wenger SI opens a tea packet for rescue.
Those packets are very helpfull. I always have some of them on my backpack and first aid kit.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 21, 2022, 01:10:08 PM
Day 20: Just a Vanity pic for now.Nice pair! German Beetle, German Army Knife!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 21, 2022, 01:12:56 PM
Late post.
Sorting some snacks for a trip (scheduled for D-21).
It made me miss the MRE challenge (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220221/346435eb0034245ab18d1bf7f17caf7e.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 21, 2022, 01:15:18 PM
Late post.
The SI was left in home, since I went to places were no knifes are allowed.
Feeling strange without a knife...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220221/c1fbd8db47172c7f82d32f22dacc94c9.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 21, 2022, 01:41:24 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 21, 2022, 01:47:32 PM
Day 21Awesome view Echotech!
Been up to The Entrance on the NSW Central Coast today, took my 08 but completely forgot to take any photos with it, so one from after the mowing earlier instead …and the beach minus the 08 because you’ve seen my boots before
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/12262237e1f2c4662e58a658b5681be6.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/ebee0a59dd70ab62ca14f93c3b0e43dd.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220220/c2d39fa59b07d03a09745acc7d9f0310.gif)
Did you get Coco to the beach too? How is she?
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 21, 2022, 01:48:38 PM
Surprisingly clement day here....snow expected tomorrow evening, however.I'm just amazed with your pics Jack.
Mrs Nix and I went for a picnic by the lake....
(https://i.imgur.com/VMYGM7e.jpg)
Then, on the other side of that ridgeline, went for a nice hike by a stream (I was sort of scouting for fishing spots, but told Mrs Nix I was looking for birds. There was a beautiful Red Tail hawk working the area, so it wasn't a complete prevarication...... :dunno:).
(https://i.imgur.com/SPU05UE.jpg)
I was sort of surprised by the way the ridgeline made for a completely different micro-climate.
I was also surprised that the Soldier didn't get used during the picnic, but the sandwiches were pre-cut, the cookie had self-destructed into crumbs, and the apple was left uneaten. So, no uses aside from being available in case one tool or another was required.
(https://i.imgur.com/XDrUDlU.jpg)
What a beautifull place!
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Post by: an0nemus on February 21, 2022, 02:44:58 PM
Saw a soldier carrying an 08 Soldier!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220221/f163a67fefa0a17c93ed6f68a6ceedfd.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 21, 2022, 03:35:35 PM
Post by: Nix on February 21, 2022, 03:37:21 PM
I'm just amazed with your pics Jack.
What a beautifull place!
Thanks, Hevy. It's -19ºC this morning, with 5cm of snow on the ground, which makes it a chilly place. ;)
Post by: Nix on February 21, 2022, 03:38:14 PM
Mission One: Read On! (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87754.msg2315303.html#msg2315303)
Mission Two: Boots On! (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87754.msg2318580.html#msg2318580)
Thanks, zoidberg! :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on February 21, 2022, 04:49:58 PM
Another day with abysmal weather and no use of the GAK.
It´s dangerous in the woods atm because of all the storm damage.
Can´t wait for some nice spring days and outdoor activities.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 21, 2022, 05:16:55 PM
i needed to cut a bit of paper,who needs scissors :D
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51895351930_7567568a81.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n4Pf85)20220221_115734 (https://flic.kr/p/2n4Pf85) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Ron Who on February 21, 2022, 05:23:46 PM
Day 21
i needed to cut a bit of paper,who needs scissors :D
Do I? :D
Post by: McStitchy on February 21, 2022, 09:51:28 PM
I don't know too much about biking stuff, but I do know Topeak made a pretty cool mini ratchet set which is quite handy.
...
I probably have seen this on is the past, but if I haven't said so, cool pouch!
Topeak's products didn't fail me yet :tu:
...
I've got two of those pouches for cheap on ebay.
A lucky find :cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on February 21, 2022, 10:00:58 PM
DAY 22:
Went into town and got a booster. Only use was cutting tags off a couple items from the local Vinnies.
Sooo... you went to town and there was that antler just lying there? :o
Post by: McStitchy on February 21, 2022, 10:03:43 PM
Nice pic zoidberg :like:
What's the antler from?
Day 22:
New brake wear cable.
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You're workig on the big boys I see :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 21, 2022, 10:07:14 PM
Day 21
(https://i.imgur.com/8mRRItV.jpg)
Snack time, I only notice the blade is not completely clean after posting the picture, too late now. :facepalm: :D
Makes it more authentic :pok:
Post by: RF52 on February 21, 2022, 10:08:40 PM
You're workig on the big boys I see :like:Bus mechanic, so a bit big but not as big as the trains I used to work on :tu:
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 21, 2022, 10:12:27 PM
Nothing doing, really.
(https://i.imgur.com/Vh2hi8l.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 21, 2022, 10:24:15 PM
D +22
Saw a soldier carrying an 08 Soldier!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220221/f163a67fefa0a17c93ed6f68a6ceedfd.jpg)
:ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on February 21, 2022, 10:29:14 PM
Day 22
Cheeeeeese....
(https://i.imgur.com/f0Kbfva.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 21, 2022, 10:40:55 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/gQGUPYh.jpg)
Post by: Appleandrew on February 21, 2022, 11:37:54 PM
No SAK use today.. A day surveying in Oxford.
Post by: Echotech on February 22, 2022, 12:05:51 AM
Awesome view Echotech!Thanks Hevy :tu:
Did you get Coco to the beach too? How is she?
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Coco’s not doing too bad thanks mate, slowing down all the time but still quite lively.
She didn’t get a swim this time as no dogs allowed but she does often, she did get plenty of fresh air though :D
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220221/be29b981dd7683dcb2d6bacd02269520.gif)
Post by: Nix on February 22, 2022, 12:41:30 AM
Post by: Santos on February 22, 2022, 12:45:32 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcafAY9JYxI
Post by: Myron on February 22, 2022, 02:36:55 AM
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Post by: Echotech on February 22, 2022, 03:23:11 AM
Just an Epilogue to my sunday rappel down empress falls, this video footage was taken less than 24hrs later..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcafAY9JYxI
Wow :like:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 22, 2022, 03:25:29 AM
Thanks Hevy :tu:Beautifull girl!
Coco’s not doing too bad thanks mate, slowing down all the time but still quite lively.
She didn’t get a swim this time as no dogs allowed but she does often, she did get plenty of fresh air though :D
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220221/be29b981dd7683dcb2d6bacd02269520.gif)
Coco looks happy enjoying the ride
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 22, 2022, 03:28:48 AM
The SI helped me to deal with a juicy apple !(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220222/bbce9ee2c7795355d282501dc1a360ad.jpg)
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Post by: Echotech on February 22, 2022, 03:31:19 AM
Beautifull girl!:tu: :like:
Coco looks happy enjoying the ride
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Thanks Hevy, you’re right she really loves a good car ride :)
Post by: Echotech on February 22, 2022, 03:56:15 AM
Damp!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220222/77d33de75cb8c2197d102ff781c1f881.gif)
Post by: comis on February 22, 2022, 04:08:11 AM
I always remember of your posts in previous challenges Comis.I remembered that too, always have mine in backpack, along with packet sugar and creamer. Nothing beats putting your feet up with a hot cup of drink at the end of a long hard working day.
Those packets are very helpfull. I always have some of them on my backpack and first aid kit.
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D +22:rofl: I have to process this picture and wonder how to recruit that person into our forum for a sec...
Saw a soldier carrying an 08 Soldier!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220221/f163a67fefa0a17c93ed6f68a6ceedfd.jpg)
Thanks, Hevy. It's -19ºC this morning, with 5cm of snow on the ground, which makes it a chilly place. ;)That's cold! But the scenic is always epic!
Post by: comis on February 22, 2022, 04:14:44 AM
Makes it more authentic :pok::cheers: :D
Day 22That red soldier is in really good condition, a real gem!
No SAK use today.. A day surveying in Oxford.
Just an Epilogue to my sunday rappel down empress falls, this video footage was taken less than 24hrs later..Wow! That's wild. Forces of nature, lucky it was 24 hours ago.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcafAY9JYxI
Thanks Hevy :tu:Surely looks like she is enjoying herself. Curious fan orientation, is it for her?
Coco’s not doing too bad thanks mate, slowing down all the time but still quite lively.
She didn’t get a swim this time as no dogs allowed but she does often, she did get plenty of fresh air though :D
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220221/be29b981dd7683dcb2d6bacd02269520.gif)
Post by: Echotech on February 22, 2022, 04:32:23 AM
Surely looks like she is enjoying herself. Curious fan orientation, is it for her?
Thanks comis, yes it is. Powered by USB and moves left to right etc :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 22, 2022, 04:33:44 AM
Thanks Hevy :tu:
Coco’s not doing too bad thanks mate, slowing down all the time but still quite lively.
She didn’t get a swim this time as no dogs allowed but she does often, she did get plenty of fresh air though :D
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220221/be29b981dd7683dcb2d6bacd02269520.gif)
Post by: Farmer X on February 22, 2022, 05:33:02 AM
I've got a girlfriend now, work is getting a bit more challenging with me taking over team leader duties and training, I've got a couple medical issues as well.Hope the medical issues work themselves out. And more responsibility at work can be a good thing.
Cheeeeeese....:like:
Day 22
Changing bands on this set is tricky (it's missing the piece that goes over the switch). The small screwdriver makes it easier.
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Looks like I officially have no life now, too...
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 22, 2022, 05:41:21 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220222/2426a472db523ce5ed15b5f394bd85c0.jpg)
Post by: zoidberg on February 22, 2022, 06:48:35 AM
Nice pic zoidberg :like:
What's the antler from?
Cast deer I guess from this trip. (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,56704.msg2207346.html#msg2207346)
Post by: zoidberg on February 22, 2022, 06:49:37 AM
Will this turn into something handy? :popcorn:
I'm hoping to do a few fixed blade handles.
Post by: zoidberg on February 22, 2022, 06:53:18 AM
Sooo... you went to town and there was that antler just lying there? :o
It was lying on my lawn when I got home.
Post by: zoidberg on February 22, 2022, 06:55:47 AM
...missing my scissors. :(
Yeah me too.
Post by: zoidberg on February 22, 2022, 06:57:50 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 22, 2022, 06:58:51 AM
Assembling my new coffee table
Post by: RF52 on February 22, 2022, 07:03:30 AM
Cast deer I guess from this trip. (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,56704.msg2207346.html#msg2207346)Nice! Great photos :like:
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Post by: RF52 on February 22, 2022, 07:32:49 AM
A cup of tea to start the day :tu:
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Post by: McStitchy on February 22, 2022, 08:37:09 AM
Thanks Hevy :tu:
Coco’s not doing too bad thanks mate, slowing down all the time but still quite lively.
She didn’t get a swim this time as no dogs allowed but she does often, she did get plenty of fresh air though :D
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220221/be29b981dd7683dcb2d6bacd02269520.gif)
:like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 22, 2022, 08:56:56 AM
Day 22
Changing bands on this set is tricky (it's missing the piece that goes over the switch). The small screwdriver makes it easier.
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Looks like I officially have no life now, too...
Cool radio :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 22, 2022, 09:06:58 AM
It was lying on my lawn when I got home.
:sa:
Post by: Santos on February 22, 2022, 10:53:22 AM
Damp outside but staying dry
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 22, 2022, 11:43:45 AM
Day 23 (D+22)
Back on post duty again…..
Post by: comis on February 22, 2022, 11:51:27 AM
Hope the medical issues work themselves out. And more responsibility at work can be a good thing.I have a FM/AM radio just like that, kept me entertained when I am out and about.
:like:
Day 22
Changing bands on this set is tricky (it's missing the piece that goes over the switch). The small screwdriver makes it easier.
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Looks like I officially have no life now, too...
I'm hoping to do a few fixed blade handles.:popcorn: :drool: :popcorn: :drool: :popcorn: :drool: I was secretly hoping you are going to say that.
Post by: comis on February 22, 2022, 11:53:31 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/Y7fIkxd.jpg)
Wenger SI helped with food prep, salty meat cucumber noodle for the lunch.
Post by: Appleandrew on February 22, 2022, 01:47:04 PM
Made a scoop for bird seed….
Post by: an0nemus on February 22, 2022, 02:49:18 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220222/35a0ed1d2349be0e03c06b86ff1a3058.jpg)
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 22, 2022, 03:55:16 PM
inspired our RSM,Nix :D
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51897322843_4da241ce90.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n4Zm1k)2022-02-22_04-48-03 (https://flic.kr/p/2n4Zm1k) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 22, 2022, 04:42:33 PM
Post by: Nix on February 22, 2022, 05:50:13 PM
Day 22: Opened a donut from Wawa. That was the most exciting use anyway!
I love Wawa! Best milk...ever!
Post by: Nix on February 22, 2022, 05:51:14 PM
inspired our RSM,Nix :D
:pommel:
Post by: Ron Who on February 22, 2022, 05:52:26 PM
Today was a hedge trimming day. I used the GAK saw on some branches that were too thick for the trimmer, and to cut down a few unwanted saplings.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 22, 2022, 06:40:16 PM
D+22
Prepping this morning's pre-work Covid test. Thankfully negative, so we were good to go.
(https://i.imgur.com/XuQqo6l.jpg)
Post by: SubMY on February 22, 2022, 08:00:52 PM
Been busy that last little bit but here's the last two days.
(https://i.imgur.com/m5Uhbha.jpg)
Here a book a started recently, pretty interesting.
And here's a really quick picture today.
(https://i.imgur.com/HvobBWO.jpeg)
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 22, 2022, 08:05:12 PM
:pommel:sorry,typo,inspired BY our RSM...
:D
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 22, 2022, 10:53:05 PM
I've been struggling to interact properly with everyone on this challenge lately, it's basically been get up, go to work, come home stressed, zone out and eventually go to bed... But great work everyone, there's some great photos and uses. And always great to see Coco make an appearance, too!. I understand that Michael. I work the goofiest schedule most adults could imagine, and spend most of my conscious hours in a daze :rofl:
D+22
Prepping this morning's pre-work Covid test. Thankfully negative, so we were good to go.
(https://i.imgur.com/XuQqo6l.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 22, 2022, 10:53:44 PM
GAK day 23How'd your saw do Ron?
Today was a hedge trimming day. I used the GAK saw on some branches that were too thick for the trimmer, and to cut down a few unwanted saplings.
Post by: McStitchy on February 22, 2022, 10:57:58 PM
Day 23
Made a scoop for bird seed….
Excellent :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 22, 2022, 10:59:38 PM
Prepping lunch for Day 23.
No carrot today? :-\
:D
Post by: McStitchy on February 22, 2022, 11:03:14 PM
Day 23
Ol Soldier helped getting to the pastries quickly...
(https://i.imgur.com/Q0p4NU1.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 22, 2022, 11:54:57 PM
I've been struggling to interact properly with everyone on this challenge lately, it's basically been get up, go to work, come home stressed, zone out and eventually go to bed... But great work everyone, there's some great photos and uses. And always great to see Coco make an appearance, too!
No worries. You'll get through this. Soldier on! :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 22, 2022, 11:56:36 PM
I work the goofiest schedule most adults could imagine, and spend most of my conscious hours in a daze :rofl:
Mrs Jenkins, your 7th grade math teacher, said, "Somethings never change". What did she mean by that? :think:
Post by: Nix on February 22, 2022, 11:57:18 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/bZiqQ0o.jpg)
Post by: GA1dad on February 23, 2022, 12:00:53 AM
More KP duty for this soldier.....
(https://i.imgur.com/bZiqQ0o.jpg)
:drool: :drool:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 23, 2022, 12:26:21 AM
Mrs Jenkins, your 7th grade math teacher, said, "Somethings never change". What did she mean by that? :think:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 23, 2022, 12:26:43 AM
More KP duty for this soldier.....
(https://i.imgur.com/bZiqQ0o.jpg)
Post by: Myron on February 23, 2022, 12:36:05 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 23, 2022, 12:56:44 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 23, 2022, 04:33:46 AM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 23, 2022, 05:16:16 AM
Day 23: A good read! Minor use today. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220222/a9e2d4b33209facc011d9920777c0255.jpg)interesting book :tu:
Post by: SubMY on February 23, 2022, 06:53:45 AM
Day 23. If I fail this challenge, it will be because this Lagioule NonTron arrived today. Holy smokes this is a nice knife. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220222/e75f5cc21360df7f3923759155bf47d4.jpg)
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I like the look of that one! I had to go dig around and find it. Maybe I'll get one too. :rofl:
Post by: Echotech on February 23, 2022, 07:09:27 AM
08 hanging with some mates
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Post by: Ron Who on February 23, 2022, 07:26:03 AM
How'd your saw do Ron?
The saw did well enough. It´s very sharp. I expected the combo tool to interfere but it didn´t.
But these were only small jobs. I will have to try something larger.
Post by: SubMY on February 23, 2022, 07:43:08 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/4lT6mmD.jpeg)
So far nothing but it's still morning. The background is too blurry to see clearly but there are a couple tanks hiding in the background, guarding the most important spot on camp....the chow hall. :rofl:
Post by: zoidberg on February 23, 2022, 08:25:42 AM
Nice! Great photos :like:
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Post by: zoidberg on February 23, 2022, 08:31:32 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 23, 2022, 09:20:16 AM
The SI with a valve blocking device. (Minus steel cable and padlock). Let's keep things safe at work.
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Post by: comis on February 23, 2022, 11:27:56 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/RxZaEPM.jpg)
Wenger SI served cheese for a quick snack.
Post by: comis on February 23, 2022, 12:13:59 PM
D +23 Because of the typhoon discussions, this reminded me of last December when I volunteered to repack relief goods after a supertyphoon hit the country. The best cutting tool for hundreds of boxes? My 08 and it's serrated front blade!No better edge retention test than this...
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220222/35a0ed1d2349be0e03c06b86ff1a3058.jpg)
I've been struggling to interact properly with everyone on this challenge lately, it's basically been get up, go to work, come home stressed, zone out and eventually go to bed... But great work everyone, there's some great photos and uses. And always great to see Coco make an appearance, too!Hope all things are okay at your end!
D+22
Prepping this morning's pre-work Covid test. Thankfully negative, so we were good to go.
(https://i.imgur.com/XuQqo6l.jpg)
Day 23: A good read! Minor use today. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220222/a9e2d4b33209facc011d9920777c0255.jpg)Small world, I got one too and gonna post it tomorrow. I know Larrin did some basic test with Vic(or similar) steel, but I really would hope he could generate more details on that. Since Victorinox has one of the highest knife sales in the world, and Vic steel is probably one of the most popularly used folding knife steels used.
Post by: an0nemus on February 23, 2022, 12:19:27 PM
Both tough tools--SAK 08 next to my latest watch, a G5600E solar
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 23, 2022, 12:25:24 PM
Time to open up the last sack of peanuts for the wildlife and transfer them to a sack which breathes better - must remember to order some more or face the wrath of the hungry furry and feathered one!
Post by: Santos on February 23, 2022, 01:56:01 PM
:hatsoff:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 23, 2022, 02:10:14 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on February 23, 2022, 02:44:22 PM
Lunch - no tuna for jacket potato so salmon instead.
Post by: Ron Who on February 23, 2022, 03:05:42 PM
Snacking with Spanish fuet.
Post by: an0nemus on February 23, 2022, 05:10:06 PM
No better edge retention test than this...
So true!
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 23, 2022, 05:17:36 PM
i "modded" my regular EDC SAK [Climber],with a laptop magnet,barely noticeable,and handy for small parts and checking metals
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51899478106_bb0195dc12.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n5boG3)IMG-20220223-WA0020 (https://flic.kr/p/2n5boG3) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51899568603_e9cf62629d.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n5bRAk)IMG-20220223-WA0021 (https://flic.kr/p/2n5bRAk) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Nix on February 23, 2022, 05:23:25 PM
Day 23. If I fail this challenge, it will be because this Lagioule NonTron arrived today. Holy smokes this is a nice knife.
:like:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 23, 2022, 07:04:43 PM
Post by: RF52 on February 23, 2022, 07:54:57 PM
Liverpaté sammich for the little one.
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Post by: McStitchy on February 23, 2022, 08:29:29 PM
Day 24
Used the big flat to open a stubborn seal on a new milk bottle...
(https://i.imgur.com/ROagIWA.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 23, 2022, 08:40:24 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 23, 2022, 08:42:00 PM
. I understand that Michael. I work the goofiest schedule most adults could imagine, and spend most of my conscious hours in a daze :rofl:
Sounds about right at the moment. :rofl:
No worries. You'll get through this. Soldier on! :tu:
I will, all will come good eventually. :tu:
D-24
That looks lovely.
Hope all things are okay at your end!
Cheers, I'll get there.
D+23
More baguette cutting. The 96 also got me into a mini pack of cocktail sausages, but there was no action photo at that point.
(https://i.imgur.com/kUGdI06.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 23, 2022, 08:47:50 PM
I love those caplifters :tu:
:iagree:
Post by: Nix on February 23, 2022, 08:50:59 PM
I will,allawl will come good eventually. :tu:
Fixed that for ya. :tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 23, 2022, 08:54:41 PM
Fixed that for ya. :tu:
:salute: :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 23, 2022, 08:55:37 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/MrAix5g.png)
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 23, 2022, 09:16:56 PM
Boots On!
My actual hiking boots seemed to have, well, walked off... I'm not digging too far, so here's the 96 posing with my current daily walking shoes - which are currently on my feet (I'm too lazy to take them off... no wonder they pong. :rofl:)
(https://i.imgur.com/L1zKfxE.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/hWmW3dG.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 23, 2022, 09:45:55 PM
Post by: Nix on February 23, 2022, 11:52:30 PM
Post by: Nix on February 23, 2022, 11:52:50 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/uSFiNS7.jpg)
Post by: Farmer X on February 24, 2022, 12:00:04 AM
Cool radio :like:
I have a FM/AM radio just like that, kept me entertained when I am out and about.The Mini World 100 is good for what it is. Sadly, shortwave reception in my neighborhood is horrible.
I love Wawa! Best milk...ever!I preferred Sheetz when I was stationed in Virginia, but Wawa is almost as good.
Wenger SI served cheese for a quick snack.Mmmm...cheese! :like:
Day 23 (late check-in)
Was busy much of yesterday with a furnace that took a giant smurf. The furnace is ready to go, but the house has bad electrical issues that must be sorted out. I did get to strip some wire, though.
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Post by: Nix on February 24, 2022, 12:04:01 AM
I preferred Sheetz when I was stationed in Virginia, but Wawa is almost as good.
Any chance you are suffering from long-covid related tasting dysfunction? That's awl I can imagine..... :dunno:
Post by: Nix on February 24, 2022, 12:04:56 AM
Was busy much of yesterday with a furnace that took a giant smurf. The furnace is ready to go, but the house has bad electrical issues that must be sorted out. I did get to strip some wire, though.
Nice use & technique! :tu:
Post by: Farmer X on February 24, 2022, 12:07:10 AM
Any chance you are suffering from long-covid related tasting dysfunction?Not a chance. I don't miss Sheetz and Wawa nearly as much as I do In-N-Out and a little hole-in-the-wall taco place in Fresno (CA) called Don Tacha.
Post by: Nix on February 24, 2022, 12:51:45 AM
Post by: Echotech on February 24, 2022, 12:52:28 AM
Day 23These look interesting comis, cheese lollies (sweets) :drool:
(https://i.imgur.com/RxZaEPM.jpg)
Wenger SI served cheese for a quick snack.
Post by: Farmer X on February 24, 2022, 02:06:52 AM
Who doesn't love a taco? :ahhhIf you don't like tacos, you may be a bit of an outcast in Fresno! :rofl:
Day 24
The electrical issue in my house is largely resolved now (it required pulling the meter, which I was not going to attempt). I further tested the wire stripper notch afterwards. Yesterday's 18 AWG was to small to fit in the notch well, while today's 12 AWG was a hair too big. 16 or 14 AWG is probably a perfect fit.
Has anyone come up with a creative use for that notch? :dunno: :think:
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 24, 2022, 02:39:29 AM
Some whisky and tobacco today.
The SI served very well as pipe tool.
The Zippo with butane insert (two nozzles) is awesome to lit the pipe.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 24, 2022, 02:43:03 AM
Definitely not inspection ready, but fresh from a march...my Jungle boots with the GAKNice boots!
I like this model very much. (Mostly because I'm very acostumed with It.)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 24, 2022, 02:59:53 AM
D-24
Some whisky and tobacco today.
The SI served very well as pipe tool.
The Zippo with butane insert (two nozzles) is awesome to lit the pipe.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 24, 2022, 03:22:10 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 24, 2022, 03:30:58 AM
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Post by: Echotech on February 24, 2022, 03:57:49 AM
Surprise!
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Post by: Myron on February 24, 2022, 04:11:47 AM
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Post by: Santos on February 24, 2022, 05:15:33 AM
D-25
surplus or you in the RAN?
Post by: Farmer X on February 24, 2022, 06:02:54 AM
Some whisky and tobacco today.:like:
Who made the pipe? I'm thinking of taking up the pipe again, but if I do, it'll be a corn cob.
Post by: RF52 on February 24, 2022, 07:14:28 AM
Opened a bag of blueberries for breakfast.
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Post by: comis on February 24, 2022, 09:17:36 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/CQSPDHl.jpg)
Inspired by Al's post yesterday, Wenger posing next to a knife book.
Post by: zoidberg on February 24, 2022, 10:11:17 AM
GAK day 24
Snacking with Spanish fuet.
Great pic. :tu: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 24, 2022, 10:13:48 AM
Here is the roster of Mission #2 participants. Mission ends tomorrow. If I missed your entry, let me know!
(https://i.imgur.com/MrAix5g.png)
I totally forgot about that, thanks for the reminder. :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 24, 2022, 10:19:15 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 24, 2022, 10:28:51 AM
Day 25 (D+24)
Did the usual supermarket run this morning, but it was pouring down with rain - good excuse to use my boots and waterproofs though the waterproofing on my old Osprey 50L isn’t as good as it used to be! Ended up having to dry most things before putting them away! :facepalm: Never mind, as they say there’s no such thing as bad weather just inadequate clothing! Used the main blade as usual to open up the spud bag before decanting them into a more breathable bag for storage in the conservatory which looks bizarrely bright given the downpour outside! :dunno:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 24, 2022, 10:32:43 AM
Day 24 and no special uses. Some good reading tho.
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That looks like a good read - I must look it up! :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 24, 2022, 11:21:28 AM
They are great.
A few years ago I started running.
This seems to have stretched out my feet some.
Sadly those makalu just aren't comfortable size wise for those long days anymore.
I do have some merrell boots which are good above the bush line or river crossing days.
Just not great for multiple long days back to back.
I happened across a cheap pair of altra not so long ago, the price was right so I gave them a shot.
They worked pretty darn well.
Picked up a second pair on sale which quickly became my favourite back country shoe.
Comfy, excellent grip, dry quick, weigh nothing.
Over a thousand kms later and I carelessly ripped them in the scrub so they are waiting to be sewn up.
My third and current pair of altra are the olympus 4.
Probably wont be any more durable than the others but they are more comfortable especially when carrying a heavy pack.
Last year I ran a mountain marathon in them.
I grew up hiking in boots and there are many reasons to use them however at the moment I'm using shoes.
Apologies for the lack of an action pic today, I'll try and get something up in the next couple weeks.
Post by: comis on February 24, 2022, 11:43:43 AM
D +24That's a real classic. :tu:
Both tough tools--SAK 08 next to my latest watch, a G5600E solar
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Day 23Handy!
i "modded" my regular EDC SAK [Climber],with a laptop magnet,barely noticeable,and handy for small parts and checking metals
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51899478106_bb0195dc12.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n5boG3)IMG-20220223-WA0020 (https://flic.kr/p/2n5boG3) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51899568603_e9cf62629d.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n5bRAk)IMG-20220223-WA0021 (https://flic.kr/p/2n5bRAk) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Day 24:Yum! :drool:
Liverpaté sammich for the little one.
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Post by: comis on February 24, 2022, 11:50:39 AM
The Mini World 100 is good for what it is. Sadly, shortwave reception in my neighborhood is horrible.Good use!
I preferred Sheetz when I was stationed in Virginia, but Wawa is almost as good.
Mmmm...cheese! :like:
Day 23 (late check-in)
Was busy much of yesterday with a furnace that took a giant smurf. The furnace is ready to go, but the house has bad electrical issues that must be sorted out. I did get to strip some wire, though.
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Great work, y’awl! And lovely pics too!I learn a neat trick from Thru hikers that you could simply put a trash bag in your pack as a liner, and it waterproof quite well without any weight penalty.
Day 25 (D+24)
Did the usual supermarket run this morning, but it was pouring down with rain - good excuse to use my boots and waterproofs though the waterproofing on my old Osprey 50L isn’t as good as it used to be! Ended up having to dry most things before putting them away! :facepalm: Never mind, as they say there’s no such thing as bad weather just inadequate clothing! Used the main blade as usual to open up the spud bag before decanting them into a more breathable bag for storage in the conservatory which looks bizarrely bright given the downpour outside! :dunno:
I really really wanted to post a pic of my la sportiva makalu mountain boots.Thanks for the read, I like this kind of long term review.
They are great.
A few years ago I started running.
This seems to have stretched out my feet some.
Sadly those makalu just aren't comfortable size wise for those long days anymore.
I do have some merrell boots which are good above the bush line or river crossing days.
Just not great for multiple long days back to back.
I happened across a cheap pair of altra not so long ago, the price was right so I gave them a shot.
They worked pretty darn well.
Picked up a second pair on sale which quickly became my favourite back country shoe.
Comfy, excellent grip, dry quick, weigh nothing.
Over a thousand kms later and I carelessly ripped them in the scrub so they are waiting to be sewn up.
My third and current pair of altra are the olympus 4.
Probably wont be any more durable than the others but they are more comfortable especially when carrying a heavy pack.
Last year I ran a mountain marathon in them.
I grew up hiking in boots and there are many reasons to use them however at the moment I'm using shoes.
Apologies for the lack of an action pic today, I'll try and get something up in the next couple weeks.
Like knives to enthusiasts, it is not easy to find the perfect pair of shoes.
Post by: an0nemus on February 24, 2022, 01:12:39 PM
That's a real classic. :tu:
Indeed, everything about it is all business! But I might get the version that also syncs time automatically via radio frequency
----
D +25
Early weekend beer
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 24, 2022, 02:31:16 PM
Post by: Nix on February 24, 2022, 04:33:57 PM
I grew up hiking in boots and there are many reasons to use them however at the moment I'm using shoes.
Great boot review. :tu:
As I've put on a few years and miles, my feet have stretched out a bit, too. I used to be a true 11.5US, but now take 12's. (45-46cm) Seems odd to me....and frustrating to get rid of boots that once worked well, but now kill toenails on downhill sections.
I, too, find that I am using trail shoes and runners more often. There will always be a soft spot in my heart for real boots, but trail runners or light hikers seem to work well and are lighter. I used low-cut shoes for a while, and still do, but I find that I often get burrs and stones down in the shoe. A light gaiter can fix that, but I decided to go with ankle-cut shoes to help keep trail debris out. I'll post a pick of my new favorites later today.
Post by: Ron Who on February 24, 2022, 05:25:53 PM
Great pic. :tu: :like:
Thanks!
Post by: Ron Who on February 24, 2022, 05:40:19 PM
Another rainy day, no use. The daffodils aren´t happy.
Post by: Nix on February 24, 2022, 07:22:42 PM
GAK day 25
Another rainy day, no use. The daffodils aren´t happy.
You have Daffs? :ahhh
Wow!
We won't see our Daffs....if they come up.....for another 6-8 weeks! :ahhh
Post by: Nix on February 24, 2022, 07:24:05 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/avMHyyl.jpg)
The can opener is staying in good shape, and the main blade scored 8.2/10 in the early slicing tasks event.
Post by: Nix on February 24, 2022, 07:26:14 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/dNbiXYa.jpg)
I went with higher cut boots to help eliminate trail debris falling into the tops. So far, so good.
I had a pair like this in a low-cut, quite good until I outgrew them. I ran a few 10K's in those. No complaints (if maybe a bit narrow).
Post by: Ron Who on February 24, 2022, 07:28:16 PM
You have Daffs? :ahhh
Wow!
We won't see our Daffs....if they come up.....for another 6-8 weeks! :ahhh
Yes they´re early. But then we had no winter to speak of.
The tulips are coming up already, but aren´t flowering yet.
Post by: Nix on February 24, 2022, 07:28:53 PM
Yes they´re early. But then we had no winter to speak of.
The tulips are coming up already, but aren´t flowering yet.
You guys are out of control! :D
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 24, 2022, 07:44:07 PM
another "inspired-by"
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 24, 2022, 08:06:38 PM
Cutting up a brownie.
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Post by: Nix on February 24, 2022, 08:45:52 PM
Cutting up a brownie.
I hope that is to share with the rest of the platoon! :drool:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 24, 2022, 08:54:49 PM
I hope that is to share with the rest of the platoon! :drool:
I'll, er, leave it outside my tent for you all to sample. :whistle:
Post by: Nix on February 24, 2022, 09:21:17 PM
I'll, er, leave it outside my tent for you all to sample. :whistle:
I think we need a better system.......
(https://i.imgur.com/vA266U5.jpg)
Post by: Myron on February 24, 2022, 09:32:00 PM
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Post by: Appleandrew on February 24, 2022, 09:48:52 PM
The zip broke on my jeans. Zip unpicked, Buttons and eyes section taken from old pair of jeans and sewn in…. Just need to finish off..
Post by: McStitchy on February 24, 2022, 09:57:54 PM
I think we need a better system.......
(https://i.imgur.com/vA266U5.jpg)
Ooouh... all gone awlready? :-[
Post by: McStitchy on February 24, 2022, 09:59:41 PM
Day 25: More coffee ☕ !! :ahhh
☕ ☕ :ahhh ☕ ☕
Post by: McStitchy on February 24, 2022, 10:01:51 PM
GAK day 25
Another rainy day, no use. The daffodils aren´t happy.
:dd:
We had a bit of a snow storm here today.
It's all blown away now though.
Should be coming at you in a bit Ron :pok:
Post by: McStitchy on February 24, 2022, 10:02:16 PM
Day 25
The zip broke on my jeans. Zip unpicked, Buttons and eyes section taken from old pair of jeans and sewn in…. Just need to finish off..
Very good :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 24, 2022, 10:04:57 PM
Day 25
Things you do in meetings...
(https://i.imgur.com/LMEAhuD.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 25, 2022, 12:29:32 AM
Day 25
The zip broke on my jeans. Zip unpicked, Buttons and eyes section taken from old pair of jeans and sewn in…. Just need to finish off..
:like: Outstanding field repair! :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 25, 2022, 12:30:40 AM
Things you do in meetings...
Were you wearing trousers? :think:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 25, 2022, 12:30:54 AM
Day 25
The zip broke on my jeans. Zip unpicked, Buttons and eyes section taken from old pair of jeans and sewn in…. Just need to finish off..
Way to go Andrew!!
Post by: McStitchy on February 25, 2022, 01:25:29 AM
Were you wearing trousers? :think:
Yeah... they're a little picky with that in the office :dunno:
That fluff was stuck under the mouse though :D
Post by: Farmer X on February 25, 2022, 02:57:49 AM
Day 25
Cut up a 4-pack holder and performed Farmer X's SERTs (SERT=Standard Edge Retention Test). The edge retention has been superb...but I should have wiped down the blade before taking photos. :facepalm:
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 25, 2022, 03:18:59 AM
:like:The pipe is manufactured by Maestro. A local company.
Who made the pipe? I'm thinking of taking up the pipe again, but if I do, it'll be a corn cob.
A corncob would be great! (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220225/aa6aa11ea16269849a1f83d89a4296d2.jpg)
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Post by: Echotech on February 25, 2022, 03:47:08 AM
Pouring with rain outside and stuck at the laptop inside TGIF
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 25, 2022, 04:59:45 AM
Some food prep.
I'm missing my combo tool. I prefer the combo tool over the dedicated can opener.
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Post by: Echotech on February 25, 2022, 05:08:44 AM
D-25That looks tasty Hevy :like:
Some food prep.
I'm missing my combo tool. I prefer the combo tool over the dedicated can opener.
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:iagree: I find the combo tool easier opening cans too
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 25, 2022, 05:13:40 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 25, 2022, 05:56:35 AM
Post by: an0nemus on February 25, 2022, 08:29:44 AM
Just another outside view
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Post by: zoidberg on February 25, 2022, 10:06:03 AM
Thanks for the read, I like this kind of long term review.
Like knives to enthusiasts, it is not easy to find the perfect pair of shoes.
So true.
Post by: zoidberg on February 25, 2022, 10:15:21 AM
Great boot review. :tu:
As I've put on a few years and miles, my feet have stretched out a bit, too. I used to be a true 11.5US, but now take 12's. (45-46cm) Seems odd to me....and frustrating to get rid of boots that once worked well, but now kill toenails on downhill sections.
I, too, find that I am using trail shoes and runners more often. There will always be a soft spot in my heart for real boots, but trail runners or light hikers seem to work well and are lighter. I used low-cut shoes for a while, and still do, but I find that I often get burrs and stones down in the shoe. A light gaiter can fix that, but I decided to go with ankle-cut shoes to help keep trail debris out. I'll post a pick of my new favorites later today.
Gaiters rule. Do wish the lighter ones lasted longer. My canvas ones must be around thirty years old and still work fine.
Post by: zoidberg on February 25, 2022, 10:20:24 AM
New-ish boots. Solomons. I really like 'em but do wonder what I'll do if a lace breaks........
(https://i.imgur.com/dNbiXYa.jpg)
I went with higher cut boots to help eliminate trail debris falling into the tops. So far, so good.
I had a pair like this in a low-cut, quite good until I outgrew them. I ran a few 10K's in those. No complaints (if maybe a bit narrow).
Those look nice. The narrow thing keeps me from salomons.
Edit: wait, my snowboarding boots are salomons, love those.
Post by: zoidberg on February 25, 2022, 10:25:22 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 25, 2022, 11:30:25 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 25, 2022, 12:03:38 PM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 25, 2022, 12:20:43 PM
Post by: comis on February 25, 2022, 12:47:47 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/gW89ux5.jpg)
Wenger SI helped with food prep.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 25, 2022, 12:53:53 PM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 25, 2022, 12:55:02 PM
Day 26 (D+25)
Postie dropped off a parcel, used the awlsome awl to gain access, then had to hand over the contents to my better half as it’ll be a present for me later next month - I’m sure it’ll feature again!
Post by: Ron Who on February 25, 2022, 05:01:12 PM
D-26
Nice Platypus :like:
Post by: Ron Who on February 25, 2022, 05:03:09 PM
I used the blade to cut several tree anchoring bands.
And it´s Friday afternoon, which means cleaning and sharpening.
Post by: SubMY on February 25, 2022, 05:21:44 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/KgCBXV7.jpeg)
An SAK is my favorite tool for adjusting helmet straps, the flat head on the caplifter is perfect for tighting them up. Along with the blade to trim paracord.
(https://i.imgur.com/NVAsjMu.jpeg)
And here's my SAK with a soldier's weekend activity. :cheers:
Post by: Nix on February 25, 2022, 05:38:32 PM
I'm missing my combo tool. I prefer the combo tool over the dedicated can opener.
I bet that by the end of this challenge you will have mastered the Soldier's opener! :rofl:
Hint: I angle the cutter slightly outward, meaning toward the wall of the can, when cutting tricky cans. :dunno:
Post by: Ron Who on February 25, 2022, 05:39:49 PM
And here's my SAK with a soldier's weekend activity. :cheers:This weekend is the start of the carnival overhere.
Lasting from Friday evening through Tuesday it can be very taxing on your body and mind.
Depending on the quantity of beer intake.
I´ll start working again on Wednesday but many people need the rest of the week to recuperate.
Post by: Nix on February 25, 2022, 05:42:10 PM
Those look nice. The narrow thing keeps me from salomons.
Edit: wait, my snowboarding boots are salomons, love those.
I think some Salomons now come in a 'wide' size. I didn't try the wide version of mine because, when measured, I'm a 12US regular, no longer a 11.5US standard. I like a wide toe-box, but since I go up and down hill a good bit, I don't like my foot sliding forward when going downhill. So I erred on the narrow side. Time and trail will determine if I made the right choice. :dunno:
Post by: Nix on February 25, 2022, 05:46:01 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/yAFkFDI.png)
:clap: :clap: :clap:
Well done, Ron!
Please send me your shipping address. Because you may win more prizes in the future, I'm going to delay International shipping until the end of the challenge. Thanks in advance to everyone for their patience!
Post by: Ron Who on February 25, 2022, 05:50:47 PM
OK, I randomized the roster and then chose a random participant from the random list.....the winner of the Boots On! challenge is.......
:clap: :clap: :clap:
Well done, Ron!
That´s a nice surprise! Thank you very much! :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 25, 2022, 05:51:17 PM
Post by: Nix on February 25, 2022, 05:51:28 PM
That´s a nice surprise! Thank you very much! :cheers:
:cheers:
Post by: Ron Who on February 25, 2022, 05:53:41 PM
:tu: :tu: Way to go Ron!!
Thanks Barry :cheers:
Post by: Ron Who on February 25, 2022, 06:31:56 PM
:dd:It hit us today.
We had a bit of a snow storm here today.
It's all blown away now though.
Should be coming at you in a bit Ron :pok:
Gusty, lots of showers, with hail but no snow.
Post by: RF52 on February 25, 2022, 06:36:43 PM
Day 25: Made a new friend!Very nice! :like:
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Post by: RF52 on February 25, 2022, 06:40:30 PM
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Post by: RF52 on February 25, 2022, 06:41:03 PM
Homemade pizza :tu:
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Post by: Ron Who on February 25, 2022, 06:44:37 PM
Well done Ron :hatsoff:
Thank you RF :cheers:
Post by: Appleandrew on February 25, 2022, 08:12:13 PM
No real use of knife today…. Photo on tray with clutter
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 25, 2022, 08:19:46 PM
another uneventful day
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 25, 2022, 08:30:34 PM
Nix, I see what you’ve done there…. if only we could do more, but bonkers is bonkers….
Post by: McStitchy on February 25, 2022, 09:23:23 PM
DAY 26:
Very nice pic Zoid :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 25, 2022, 09:27:49 PM
OK, I randomized the roster and then chose a random participant from the random list.....the winner of the Boots On! challenge is.......
(https://i.imgur.com/yAFkFDI.png)
:clap: :clap: :clap:
Well done, Ron!
Please send me your shipping address. Because you may win more prizes in the future, I'm going to delay International shipping until the end of the challenge. Thanks in advance to everyone for their patience!
Congratulations Ron :woohoo:
And a big thanks to Nix :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on February 25, 2022, 09:30:32 PM
Day 26
Nearly no use today... until...snackattack... :ahhh
(https://i.imgur.com/DrPDQY5.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on February 25, 2022, 09:31:39 PM
Day 25
another uneventful day
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51903568804_ed87a8fbb9.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n5xmHj)20220225_162027 (https://flic.kr/p/2n5xmHj) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Nice watch Humayd :tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 25, 2022, 10:11:37 PM
I think we need a better system.......
(https://i.imgur.com/vA266U5.jpg)
Ooouh... all gone awlready? :-[
That's the problem with leaving stuff outside here, you can't trust the wildlife to leave it alone...
OK, I randomized the roster and then chose a random participant from the random list.....the winner of the Boots On! challenge is.......
(https://i.imgur.com/yAFkFDI.png)
:clap: :clap: :clap:
Well done, Ron!
Please send me your shipping address. Because you may win more prizes in the future, I'm going to delay International shipping until the end of the challenge. Thanks in advance to everyone for their patience!
Nice one, Ron. :tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 25, 2022, 10:17:32 PM
Making butties for dinner, cutting up breakfast then opening up precious supplies...
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(https://i.imgur.com/gxPyvpK.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on February 25, 2022, 10:52:45 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/rnOYp1F.jpg)
Post by: Echotech on February 25, 2022, 11:07:21 PM
Very generous Nix :salute: :tu:
That butty looks good Michael :drool:
Post by: McStitchy on February 25, 2022, 11:34:17 PM
That's the problem with leaving stuff outside here, you can't trust the wildlife to leave it alone...
(https://i.imgur.com/oodJSpg.gif)
Post by: Nix on February 25, 2022, 11:44:47 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 26, 2022, 02:45:27 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 26, 2022, 02:53:59 AM
Nix, you are a nice guy beyond measure!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on February 26, 2022, 02:55:03 AM
Bottle opener in use!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220226/81e347b9421caa58bb2b89e433711511.jpg)
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Post by: Echotech on February 26, 2022, 03:21:17 AM
D-26Cheers Hevy :cheers:
Bottle opener in use!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220226/81e347b9421caa58bb2b89e433711511.jpg)
Enviado de meu Moto Z2 Play usando o Tapatalk
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Post by: Echotech on February 26, 2022, 03:22:00 AM
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Post by: Myron on February 26, 2022, 04:09:35 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on February 26, 2022, 05:39:18 AM
A corncob would be great!Yes indeed. A cob would fit in very well with the challenge. They are also great smokers.
DAY 26:like: Nice scenery!
Made a new friend!The new friend is pretty awesome.
Homemade pizza :tu:Looks pretty good!
Day 26, Old Fashioneds!Cool cat. Looks a lot like my Jimmy.
Congratulations to Ron, and thanks to Nix for such a cool giveaway!
Day 26
More vox breakdown with the awl. Pretty efficient this time around...but I still prefer the blade.
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 26, 2022, 05:58:50 AM
OK, I randomized the roster and then chose a random participant from the random list.....the winner of the Boots On! challenge is.......
(https://i.imgur.com/yAFkFDI.png)
:clap: :clap: :clap:
Well done, Ron!
Please send me your shipping address. Because you may win more prizes in the future, I'm going to delay International shipping until the end of the challenge. Thanks in advance to everyone for their patience!
too cool,congrats Ron.
thank you Nix,for making this challenge more fun and interesting :woohoo:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 26, 2022, 06:02:02 AM
Nice watch Humayd :tu:
thanks,the EcoZilla is my favourite,maybe 12 or 14 years old.
i plan on getting the other versions,and the current version,eventually
Post by: zoidberg on February 26, 2022, 09:09:41 AM
I think some Salomons now come in a 'wide' size. I didn't try the wide version of mine because, when measured, I'm a 12US regular, no longer a 11.5US standard. I like a wide toe-box, but since I go up and down hill a good bit, I don't like my foot sliding forward when going downhill. So I erred on the narrow side. Time and trail will determine if I made the right choice. :dunno:
Yes I was told that too but finding them here in my size and price range is not likely to happen.
Scott shoes are quite popular here but again narrow and only in the smaller sizes.
Someone said that Topo are similar with a wider toe box so I'll keep an eye out for those.
Post by: zoidberg on February 26, 2022, 09:10:23 AM
That´s a nice surprise! Thank you very much! :cheers:
Congrats Ron. :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 26, 2022, 09:12:17 AM
Very nice pic Zoid :like:
Thank you.
Post by: zoidberg on February 26, 2022, 09:15:07 AM
:like: Nice scenery!
Thank you.
Post by: zoidberg on February 26, 2022, 09:15:48 AM
Post by: Appleandrew on February 26, 2022, 09:56:38 AM
Struggling to open the butter and only a SAK will do….
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 26, 2022, 10:00:33 AM
Post by: McStitchy on February 26, 2022, 12:36:19 PM
McStitichy....are you mad because Michael referred to you as "wildlife"? I think he meant it as a compliment... :think:
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Post by: McStitchy on February 26, 2022, 12:38:00 PM
Cheers Hevy :cheers:
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That's a very good brew :tu:
Post by: an0nemus on February 26, 2022, 12:44:53 PM
Congratulations, Ron!
______
Just a pic in front of our local church
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 26, 2022, 12:55:43 PM
Day 27 (D+26)
Inspired by the many brews shown here, and the sunshine outside for a change, and chores completed for the morning, I opened a pre-prandial Weißbier! I do like the bottle opener on the soldier/pioneer!
Post by: RF52 on February 26, 2022, 01:07:16 PM
Devil's chorizo for breakfast :tu:
Was to hungry so no pic of the whole meal :dunno:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 26, 2022, 02:32:43 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 26, 2022, 03:03:17 PM
Post by: Ron Who on February 26, 2022, 03:23:52 PM
Nothing to report.
Post by: Nix on February 26, 2022, 04:06:03 PM
Day 27
Something tells me that seas slug isn't edible.
But Echo...if you tried it...what was your recipe? :think:
Post by: comis on February 26, 2022, 04:23:07 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/L74XKW3.jpg)
Insanely busy week, hopefully next week will be slightly better, but manage to grab a shot of Wenger SI posing next to a bunch of Rebel Space Force pilots. :D
Post by: McStitchy on February 26, 2022, 04:33:48 PM
Day 26
(https://i.imgur.com/L74XKW3.jpg)
Insanely busy week, hopefully next week will be slightly better, but manage to grab a shot of Wenger SI posing next to a bunch of Rebel Space Force pilots. :D
:ahhh :woohoo: :ahhh
Post by: RF52 on February 26, 2022, 05:05:35 PM
That looks tasty, RF52! :drool:It was very tasty :tu: Also had two pieces of bread, two eggs and some beans in tomato sauce :tu:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on February 26, 2022, 05:17:11 PM
Day 26Love those Legos!!
(https://i.imgur.com/L74XKW3.jpg)
Insanely busy week, hopefully next week will be slightly better, but manage to grab a shot of Wenger SI posing next to a bunch of Rebel Space Force pilots. :D
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 26, 2022, 06:40:41 PM
a pair of "soldiers"
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Post by: Myron on February 26, 2022, 08:19:02 PM
Day 26Day 27, and I used the van opener’s Philips functionality to remove my shower drain, which regrettably was clogged. Yuck.
a pair of "soldiers"
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Post by: Nix on February 26, 2022, 08:37:33 PM
Day 27, and I used the van opener’s Philips functionality to remove my shower drain, which regrettably was clogged. Yuck.
Handy use! :like:
Post by: McStitchy on February 26, 2022, 08:48:32 PM
Day 27
Awlways nice to be the first one on a pack of cookies :D
(https://i.imgur.com/1uUgoia.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/mXYKChl.jpg)
Post by: Santos on February 26, 2022, 09:51:07 PM
D26
D27
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 26, 2022, 11:04:39 PM
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McStitichy....are you mad because Michael referred to you as "wildlife"? I think he meant it as a compliment... :think:
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:rofl:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 26, 2022, 11:07:23 PM
Turnstile inspection.
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Post by: Echotech on February 26, 2022, 11:21:02 PM
Something tells me that seas slug isn't edible.That’s a red triangle slug Nix, a land slug
But Echo...if you tried it...what was your recipe? :think:
https://australian.museum/learn/animals/molluscs/red-triangle-slug/
Chuck it on the barbie of course :rofl:
Post by: Nix on February 27, 2022, 01:21:47 AM
Post by: Nix on February 27, 2022, 01:25:06 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/mzoTgWn.jpg)
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 27, 2022, 02:07:38 AM
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Post by: Nix on February 27, 2022, 03:39:13 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 27, 2022, 03:58:56 AM
Post by: Farmer X on February 27, 2022, 03:59:37 AM
Devil's chorizo for breakfast :tu:Good chorizo is hard to beat!
Awlways nice to be the first one on a pack of cookies :DI'm rarely the first one to get at a pack of cookies anymore. Those look pretty tasty.
Day 27
Though the Pioneer is a great tool, it has its limitations. Today it posed with an American cousin that is suitable for use as a grooming aid.
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Post by: Echotech on February 27, 2022, 05:55:06 AM
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Post by: Echotech on February 27, 2022, 05:56:21 AM
In the Blue Mountains
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Post by: RF52 on February 27, 2022, 07:18:41 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on February 27, 2022, 08:26:51 AM
Post by: comis on February 27, 2022, 08:49:51 AM
:ahhh :woohoo: :ahhh
Love those Legos!!:cheers: :D
Post by: comis on February 27, 2022, 08:53:53 AM
More apple work today.I always think an apple a day keeps the doctors away is just a saying, turns out it is a pretty amazing fruit for health. :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/rnOYp1F.jpg)
Day 27Wow, that's a big one! :o
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Post by: comis on February 27, 2022, 08:58:10 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/CGiDzNl.jpg)
What does it mean to be committed to a challenge? To ignore the knife next to the cake, and insist on using your own, despite Mrs.' rolling eyes. :D
Post by: zoidberg on February 27, 2022, 09:11:06 AM
Day 26
(https://i.imgur.com/L74XKW3.jpg)
Insanely busy week, hopefully next week will be slightly better, but manage to grab a shot of Wenger SI posing next to a bunch of Rebel Space Force pilots. :D
:tu: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 27, 2022, 09:21:13 AM
Day 28
In the Blue Mountains
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I miss traveling. It's been too many years since I was last there. Thank you for the pics. :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 27, 2022, 09:21:53 AM
While talking with my kid this morning one of the mouse traps went off just a few steps away.
Instead of the head getting caught it was being held by the foot so we decided to release this one in a nearby wooded area.
Post by: zoidberg on February 27, 2022, 09:28:24 AM
Post by: Ron Who on February 27, 2022, 10:04:01 AM
I´m not expecting any need for the GAK today. I´ll be visiting my parents, both have SAKs of their own.
.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 27, 2022, 10:26:13 AM
Day 28 (D+27)
Cut open a new bag of hash browns for Sunday breakfast - best meal of the week!
Post by: McStitchy on February 27, 2022, 10:48:16 AM
I'm rarely the first one to get at a pack of cookies anymore. Those look pretty tasty.
Day 27
Though the Pioneer is a great tool, it has its limitations. Today it posed with an American cousin that is suitable for use as a grooming aid.
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:cheers: A good combo :like:
Post by: Echotech on February 27, 2022, 10:59:42 AM
Great pics echo :like:Thanks RF52 :cheers: :tu:
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Post by: Echotech on February 27, 2022, 11:00:50 AM
It was moving along fairly quickly too…well for a slug :think:
Wow, that's a big one! :o
Post by: Echotech on February 27, 2022, 11:01:48 AM
I miss traveling. It's been too many years since I was last there. Thank you for the pics. :cheers:Thanks zoidberg, been admiring your pics too :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on February 27, 2022, 11:03:09 AM
Nicely done, Zoidberg! Great work, y’awl,
Day 28 (D+27)
Cut open a new bag of hash browns for Sunday breakfast - best meal of the week!
Day 27
(https://i.imgur.com/CGiDzNl.jpg)
What does it mean to be committed to a challenge? To ignore the knife next to the cake, and insist on using your own, despite Mrs.' rolling eyes. :D
:drool:
Love a good fry up, followed by cake sounds perfect :tu:
Post by: Echotech on February 27, 2022, 11:03:54 AM
Bonus release piccy.:like: nice one zoidberg
Post by: RF52 on February 27, 2022, 11:26:39 AM
DAY 28::hatsoff:
While talking with my kid this morning one of the mouse traps went off just a few steps away.
Instead of the head getting caught it was being held by the foot so we decided to release this one in a nearby wooded area.
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Post by: RF52 on February 27, 2022, 11:29:11 AM
Opened a new bag of frozen mango for the kid, and had some Daim cookies when she was napping :tu:
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Post by: Santos on February 27, 2022, 12:09:59 PM
Look out ladies :ahhh Bachelor shopping sunday night
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 27, 2022, 01:05:28 PM
Post by: Nix on February 27, 2022, 02:41:56 PM
Instead of the head getting caught it was being held by the foot so we decided to release this one in a nearby wooded area.
:like:
Post by: Appleandrew on February 27, 2022, 05:08:30 PM
Beer o clock!!! Chin chin
Post by: Nix on February 27, 2022, 05:13:47 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/PFUXEmW.jpg)
Post by: Nix on February 27, 2022, 05:16:12 PM
Beer o clock!!! Chin chin
Cool drinking vessel there, my legionary comrade. :like:
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 27, 2022, 07:20:05 PM
Day 28
Beer o clock!!! Chin chin
Post by: Farmer X on February 27, 2022, 07:48:06 PM
In the Blue Mountains:like: Coco looks like she's having a good ol' time!
Cut open a new bag of hash browns for Sunday breakfast - best meal of the week!Great minds think alike...
:cheers: A good combo :like:Thank you, good sir!
Day 28: Vanity pic :DLooking good!
Day 28
Today's breakfast: hash browns and a cheese puff.
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 27, 2022, 08:41:45 PM
Day 28
Beer o clock!!! Chin chin
Decent looking pot, that!
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 27, 2022, 08:45:36 PM
Opening yesterday's post this morning.
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 27, 2022, 08:58:46 PM
i needed to add another hole to my daughter's belt
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Post by: McStitchy on February 27, 2022, 09:41:40 PM
Day 27
i needed to add another hole to my daughter's belt
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Excellent awl for this :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on February 27, 2022, 09:47:20 PM
Day 28
Opened some new biking related stuff...
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(https://i.imgur.com/Urenmhr.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 28, 2022, 03:06:47 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 28, 2022, 03:51:57 AM
Post by: Myron on February 28, 2022, 03:54:53 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on February 28, 2022, 04:15:04 AM
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Post by: Echotech on February 28, 2022, 04:23:37 AM
Day 28. Helped a friend move, but I think I got thru the day without a single use! Now it’s time for a pint.Moving is hard work :ahhh bet that Guinness went down well, a fine drop :drink: :cheers:
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Post by: Echotech on February 28, 2022, 04:24:17 AM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 28, 2022, 07:22:00 AM
Excellent awl for this :2tu:yeah,i was pleasantly surprised
Day 28
i opened a couple small packages,from Russia and Hong Kong via USA :woohoo:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51908847846_045354099f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n61pZh)20220228_080407 (https://flic.kr/p/2n61pZh) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51909166919_49c7bcba35.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n633Qx)20220228_080627 (https://flic.kr/p/2n633Qx) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
thank you Comis and Loki
Post by: zoidberg on February 28, 2022, 07:34:47 AM
Nicely done, Zoidberg! Great work, y’awl,
:cheers:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on February 28, 2022, 07:34:54 AM
Day 27: no notable use
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very neat.
cool Zippo display too :tu:
Post by: zoidberg on February 28, 2022, 07:35:33 AM
:like: nice one zoidberg
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 28, 2022, 07:35:58 AM
:hatsoff:
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:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on February 28, 2022, 07:36:40 AM
D28
Look out ladies :ahhh Bachelor shopping sunday night
:rofl:
Post by: zoidberg on February 28, 2022, 07:38:16 AM
Day 28
Opened some new biking related stuff...
(https://i.imgur.com/As1QKsG.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Urenmhr.jpg)
:tu: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on February 28, 2022, 07:40:29 AM
Bought a couple things in town today. Hopefully they'll get used in the next couple weeks.
Post by: RF52 on February 28, 2022, 07:52:35 AM
Opened a new package of workgloves :tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 28, 2022, 09:36:22 AM
Day 29 (D+28)
Firing up the computer for another day at work and the low battery signal came up - time to swap the batteries in the trackpad, the screwdriver on the soldier is just the right tool for the job!
Post by: Santos on February 28, 2022, 11:53:27 AM
Coconut Vanilla Latte Bread :think:
Post by: comis on February 28, 2022, 12:18:29 PM
DAY 28:Very nice of you doing this! :tu:
While talking with my kid this morning one of the mouse traps went off just a few steps away.
Instead of the head getting caught it was being held by the foot so we decided to release this one in a nearby wooded area.
Nicely done, Zoidberg! Great work, y’awl,
Day 28 (D+27)
Cut open a new bag of hash browns for Sunday breakfast - best meal of the week!
Fired up the grill for a spicy breakfast this morning. :tu:
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:like: Coco looks like she's having a good ol' time!What's up with all these food posting! I just had a meal 10min ago, and now I am hungry!!! :rant: :D
Great minds think alike...
Thank you, good sir!
Looking good!
Day 28
Today's breakfast: hash browns and a cheese puff.
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Post by: comis on February 28, 2022, 12:22:40 PM
D-29How did you like this punch?
Day 27: no notable useLike the lineup of great tools for knives, and also what's behind it. :tu:
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yeah,i was pleasantly surprisedWhat a journey that was, glad to see it finally arrived. :cheers:
Day 28
i opened a couple small packages,from Russia and Hong Kong via USA :woohoo:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51908847846_045354099f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n61pZh)20220228_080407 (https://flic.kr/p/2n61pZh) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51909166919_49c7bcba35.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n633Qx)20220228_080627 (https://flic.kr/p/2n633Qx) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
thank you Comis and Loki
DAY 29:It's been so long since I last camped, hope things in town will back to normal soon but that's wishful thinking. :dd:
Bought a couple things in town today. Hopefully they'll get used in the next couple weeks.
Post by: comis on February 28, 2022, 12:23:58 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/6gEJMfj.jpg)
Wenger SI did a small little project for the little guy, let's see what happen in a few days.
Post by: Barry Rowland on February 28, 2022, 02:54:12 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on February 28, 2022, 03:36:07 PM
Opening new backup hard disk. 5TB for less than £100!
Post by: Ron Who on February 28, 2022, 04:44:50 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on February 28, 2022, 04:47:51 PM
How did you like this punch?
Not bad. A bit rough out of the box, but ok.
Post by: Nix on February 28, 2022, 04:48:39 PM
DAY 29:
Bought a couple things in town today. Hopefully they'll get used in the next couple weeks.
:like:
Post by: Nix on February 28, 2022, 04:49:31 PM
Wenger SI did a small little project for the little guy, let's see what happen in a few days.
Fun! :tu:
Post by: Nix on February 28, 2022, 04:50:42 PM
D29
Coconut Vanilla Latte Bread :think:
My, oh my, that sounds good! :like:
Post by: SubMY on February 28, 2022, 05:04:41 PM
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Been a busy few days. Here's the last three days
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Post by: McStitchy on February 28, 2022, 07:13:31 PM
D29
Coconut Vanilla Latte Bread :think:
You what!? :drool:
Post by: McStitchy on February 28, 2022, 07:16:26 PM
Some tasty food on here - sadly 6 days till the next fry up!
Day 29 (D+28)
Firing up the computer for another day at work and the low battery signal came up - time to swap the batteries in the trackpad, the screwdriver on the soldier is just the right tool for the job!
19 days battery life is not much for that :-\
Post by: McStitchy on February 28, 2022, 07:20:46 PM
Day 29
No usage for the Soldier today.
Pliers were needed.
(https://i.imgur.com/O47Un5Y.jpg)
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 28, 2022, 08:03:47 PM
19 days battery life is not much for that :-\
It’s been a busy month! The last swap over was for the keyboard; typically the trackpad needs new batteries at twice the rate of the keyboard, but as they’re rechargeable batteries it’s not that much of an issue. :tu:
Post by: Santos on February 28, 2022, 08:46:24 PM
My, oh my, that sounds good! :like:
You what!? :drool:
Forgot milk, substituted coconut cream and added extra dairy butter
Banana was not ripe enough so I used an instant vanilla latte sachet. (Powdered Milk+cofee+sugar)
Will be doing it intentionally in the future. the coffee subtle and not overpowering. Coffee lovers may want to satches. :dunno:
Post by: McStitchy on February 28, 2022, 09:33:14 PM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on February 28, 2022, 09:40:03 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on February 28, 2022, 10:43:02 PM
No use to the day, to the point where I've just this moment realised I'd not taken a photo... So here's the best I could stage at this time of night.
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Post by: Nix on February 28, 2022, 11:01:07 PM
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Post by: an0nemus on February 28, 2022, 11:46:12 PM
After two full years since Covid started I was able to fly again for work yesterday. Just a view from my hotel room
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Post by: Nix on February 28, 2022, 11:59:11 PM
Post by: Myron on March 01, 2022, 12:54:06 AM
Unfortunately Tapa-Lame is telling me I’ve reached a cap on a monthly limit of picture loading unless I subscribe. So I guess I’ll double post tomorrow.
Cheers all!
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Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 01:06:11 AM
If I could, I’d re-name this challenge to All The Ways Myron Misses His Scissors.
:rofl:
I hear ya!
:cheers:
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 02:12:04 AM
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The '08 did a fine job piecing out this chicken, but it was interesting to feel the serrated blade 'saw' or 'rip' its way through some cuts. Regardless, job done.
(https://i.imgur.com/Xlla4jg.jpg)
It was more than warm enough today to use the grill to good effect, and Mrs Nix has declared the challenge a success! :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/8fVyxgl.jpg)
Post by: Echotech on March 01, 2022, 02:47:34 AM
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 03:38:22 AM
Post by: Adam5 on March 01, 2022, 04:08:21 AM
Day 29
No usage for the Soldier today.
Pliers were needed.
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I like your Soldier :tu:
Post by: Adam5 on March 01, 2022, 04:10:01 AM
We got us a challenge, and we got us a chicken......
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The '08 did a fine job piecing out this chicken, but it was interesting to feel the serrated blade 'saw' or 'rip' its way through some cuts. Regardless, job done.
(https://i.imgur.com/Xlla4jg.jpg)
It was more than warm enough today to use the grill to good effect, and Mrs Nix has declared the challenge a success! :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/8fVyxgl.jpg)
Did you saw through the breastbone?
Post by: Echotech on March 01, 2022, 04:23:20 AM
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Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 05:31:26 AM
Did you saw through the breastbone?
Not necessary. I removed the wishbones and just filleted the breasts off the bone.
I think it might be worthwhile to leave the breast meat on the bone--for flavor and moisture--but it is my habit to debone those. Mrs Nix prefers it that way, and it seems a bit easier. Maybe next time I'll try to keep it on the bone and split the sternum.... :dunno:
Post by: Farmer X on March 01, 2022, 05:32:48 AM
Bought a couple things in town today. Hopefully they'll get used in the next couple weeks.:tu: I want to go fishing, but it'll be too cold until at least April.
Coconut Vanilla Latte Bread :think::drool: Sounds amazing!
What's up with all these food posting! I just had a meal 10min ago, and now I am hungry!!! :rant: :DI'll spare you the food posts for a while.
After two full years since Covid started I was able to fly again for work yesterday.I haven't flown since 2006...though I have been in aircraft since then.
It was more than warm enough today to use the grill to good effect.I need to do some grilling...again, maybe in April.
Day 29
No use today, so the Pioneer posed with some reading material.
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Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 05:34:57 AM
I need to do some grilling...again, maybe in April.
The grill knows no season.... ;)
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 01, 2022, 05:35:46 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 01, 2022, 05:45:43 AM
The grill knows no season.... ;)True enough. I just don't like being outside when it's cold!
Cut some more cord todayNice assortment!
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 01, 2022, 06:43:29 AM
Post by: comis on March 01, 2022, 07:13:43 AM
Day 29
Opening new backup hard disk. 5TB for less than £100!
I still remember those days when people were getting so excited to see their hard disk could get up to 32MB or 64MB. I'd love to see their reaction if they would have known we could get to 5TB some day, and affordable too! :ahhh
GAK day 29Is this sour? :D
D+28Of course!
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Been a busy few days. Here's the last three days
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Post by: comis on March 01, 2022, 07:16:06 AM
We got us a challenge, and we got us a chicken......Great to see the challenge chicken return! Yummy as always! :drool: :drool:
(https://i.imgur.com/IcL3IvQ.jpg)
The '08 did a fine job piecing out this chicken, but it was interesting to feel the serrated blade 'saw' or 'rip' its way through some cuts. Regardless, job done.
(https://i.imgur.com/Xlla4jg.jpg)
It was more than warm enough today to use the grill to good effect, and Mrs Nix has declared the challenge a success! :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/8fVyxgl.jpg)
D-30Wow, that's some serious pizza! :drool: :drool:
Post by: comis on March 01, 2022, 07:17:16 AM
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SI helped with battery liberation.
Post by: zoidberg on March 01, 2022, 07:32:03 AM
Post by: Santos on March 01, 2022, 08:03:57 AM
The grill knows no season.... ;)
So it is Written!
Definitely a nice bird,S
Zoidberg i see you are the same kind of classy as me when it comes to shopping!
Post by: McStitchy on March 01, 2022, 08:35:28 AM
Great work Nix :drool:
:iagree: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 01, 2022, 08:37:25 AM
I like your Soldier :tu:
:cheers: ...talking about worn alox :D
Post by: McStitchy on March 01, 2022, 08:39:04 AM
Day 30
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That's a clean cut through that tree Echo :2tu:
:D
Post by: McStitchy on March 01, 2022, 08:40:50 AM
The grill knows no season.... ;)
:rofl: :iagree:
Post by: Echotech on March 01, 2022, 08:41:56 AM
That's a clean cut through that tree Echo :2tu::rofl: :facepalm::D
Post by: McStitchy on March 01, 2022, 08:43:02 AM
DAY 30:
:think: :like:
Post by: Santos on March 01, 2022, 08:54:19 AM
(feels like sixty....)
Shared yesterday's baked goods with my work companions. The soldier did the slice work. Also opened new micro SD from packaging.
Post by: zoidberg on March 01, 2022, 08:56:18 AM
Zoidberg i see you are the same kind of classy as me when it comes to shopping!
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Post by: zoidberg on March 01, 2022, 09:01:06 AM
:think: :like:
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For madras curry.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 01, 2022, 09:04:47 AM
We got us a challenge, and we got us a chicken......
(https://i.imgur.com/IcL3IvQ.jpg)
The '08 did a fine job piecing out this chicken, but it was interesting to feel the serrated blade 'saw' or 'rip' its way through some cuts. Regardless, job done.
(https://i.imgur.com/Xlla4jg.jpg)
It was more than warm enough today to use the grill to good effect, and Mrs Nix has declared the challenge a success! :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/8fVyxgl.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 01, 2022, 09:07:45 AM
Post by: comis on March 01, 2022, 10:02:40 AM
(https://middleearthbiochem.files.wordpress.com/2013/02/tumblr_mhp85wfbko1r2won2o1_250.gif)Someone said curry?! I love curry! :ahhh :drool:
For madras curry.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 01, 2022, 12:28:06 PM
Ordinarily we’d be celebrating challenge completion on day 30, but we’re only a third of the way through! Time for a snack, marmite coated cashews……
Post by: an0nemus on March 01, 2022, 12:39:31 PM
Just chilling with a Brothers folder
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Post by: McStitchy on March 01, 2022, 12:45:54 PM
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For madras curry.
:rofl: :drool:
Post by: Appleandrew on March 01, 2022, 01:01:56 PM
Tea top-up time. TTT
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 03:01:45 PM
Ordinarily we’d be celebrating challenge completion on day 30, but we’re only a third of the way through! Time for a snack, marmite coated cashews……
I don't know whether I should look away...or be envious.....
Post by: Ron Who on March 01, 2022, 04:14:51 PM
I cut a few pieces of trimmer wire.
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 04:46:13 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 01, 2022, 05:29:34 PM
Someone said curry?! I love curry! :ahhh :drool:it's the food of my people [Indian] and i'm not overly fond of it.
i'm part German too,but i've never eaten German food :D
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 05:30:41 PM
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 05:31:16 PM
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 05:35:58 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/0DMd0An.jpg)
No spoilers. This is a really nicely directed and filmed movie that highlights the civil rights movement, embodied by a newly formed unit of African-American soldiers, that was brought into sharp focus in the US Civil War. Great cast, plot, and theme. :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 05:37:14 PM
it's the food of my people [Indian] and i'm not overly fond of it.
i'm part German too,but i've never eaten German food :D
I love both Indian and German food! :ahhh
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 01, 2022, 05:41:23 PM
I love both Indian and German food! :ahhh
Let’s put it another way “I like food” - I’m sure we can awl agree on that! Unlike marmite cashews…. :rofl:
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 05:57:24 PM
Let’s put it another way “I like food” - I’m sure we can awl agree on that! Unlike marmite cashews…. :rofl:
Good points! :rofl:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 01, 2022, 06:46:34 PM
i used to enjoy reading World War 2 comics [i can't remember any titles],but the scene where the GI and German soldier fought over the bayonet still gives me goosebumps.
we ran that drill a few times in the AMOK! class,and realized just how chaotic and desperate that sort of sceniario really is.
Day 29
a screw snapped of this lathe bit holder,and i need to remove the thread.fortunately it was a through-hole,and there was sufficient thread protruding to grab onto and unscrew,using the ST300. Pioneer had to sit this 1 out
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 01, 2022, 06:51:48 PM
I love both Indian and German food! :ahhh
i need the flavor of the different spices though,having grown up eating Indian food [err,just food to us :rofl:],although i can't really eat spicy hot food.
we use spices in everything :D
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 06:57:02 PM
i need the flavor of the different spices though,having grown up eating Indian food [err,just food to us :rofl:],although i can't really eat spicy hot food.
we use spices in everything :D
Heheheh....yeah...well I put salt and pepper on everything! :rofl:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 01, 2022, 07:14:46 PM
Heheheh....yeah...well I put salt and pepper on everything! :rofl::rofl:
sunny side up eggs get salt and pepper,and chilli,coriander and cumin powder :D
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 07:15:02 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 01, 2022, 07:53:21 PM
D+29
A third of the way there and I can't tell if it's going quickly or slowly... :ahhh
Morning brew, dinner time baguette, tea time rocky road...
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 01, 2022, 08:16:14 PM
My recommendation for this is The Bridge on the River Kwai. Simply, if you've not seen it, watch it. :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 08:22:32 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 01, 2022, 08:47:22 PM
Film's On!
My recommendation for this is The Bridge on the River Kwai. Simply, if you've not seen it, watch it. :tu:
i watched it many years ago,the irony [heartbreak?] of having to...[spoiler :D]
Post by: McStitchy on March 01, 2022, 09:04:33 PM
it's the food of my people [Indian] and i'm not overly fond of it.
i'm part German too,but i've never eaten German food :D
A paradoxon ultimae :D
I love a good curry, but German food not so much. I like the mediterranian style the most.
Post by: McStitchy on March 01, 2022, 09:11:58 PM
Day 30
Opened a net of fire wood...
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Post by: McStitchy on March 01, 2022, 09:32:05 PM
My suggestion for Mission 3:
Stalingrad (1993)
This one really got under my skin. I think it's only available in German/Russian audio (English subtitles are available) which makes it just that bit more real.
One of my grandfathers was sent direction Moscow in WW2 and fortunately made it back in one piece.
Show content
https://youtu.be/VnJJQxZ0hu8 (https://youtu.be/VnJJQxZ0hu8)
(https://i.imgur.com/IqhWUFn.jpg)
Post by: RF52 on March 01, 2022, 09:56:00 PM
Needed a little R&R so took the dog out and fired up a mini twig stove :tu:
Really need to work on my ferrorod skilles :facepalm: Had to resort to the trusty Bic :tu:
My contribution to the movie mission is Full metal jacket.
Mostly by the chameleon Vincent DiNofrio's incredible acting, but it's also a must see that can be categorized as a classic :tu:
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Post by: Farmer X on March 01, 2022, 10:32:45 PM
Day 30
My recommendation for viewing is The Great Escape. It features the great Steve McQueen doing some superb stunt work. That alone should make y'awl want to watch it...
I've seen Full Metal Jacket enough times that I can write a review based off memory. (A film critic I am not, and that will likely show.) In a nutshell, it follows one Marine, J.T. Davis (AKA "Joker") from boot camp to becoming a hardened combat veteran. For a guy who got top billing, Matthew Modine did not carry this film. That honor goes to the late R. Lee Ermey (DI GYSGT Hartmann) and Vincent D'Onofrio (the hapless PVT Leonard "Gomer Pyle" Lawrence). We witness the recruits of Platoon 3092 being broken down and losing their minds, most presumably eventually becoming actual Marines. During his tour in Vietnam, Joker is derided as not being a real field Marine. He also reunited with his old boot camp buddy "Private Cowboy" and meets Cowboy's squad-mates, including the gung-ho "Animal Mother." He later sees actual combat.
The movie contains good special effects, a solid story, great acting, and great direction by Stanley Kubrick. R. Lee Ermey improvised many of his lines, resulting in some very quotable material. And Vincent D'Onofrio's performance should have won him an Oscar; he played the role that well. Full Metal Jacket is a must-see!
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Post by: Echotech on March 01, 2022, 10:33:47 PM
I’m going to recommend Apocalypse Now, which I’m sure most if not all of you would have seen already. One of the most powerful movies I’ve ever seen.
Four years ago I was lucky enough to visit Vietnam and have a private tour of the Cu Chi tunnels, crawling in the tunnels with scorpions, relentless heat, lack of air etc gave me a new understanding of the hell of war. The war museum in Ho Chi Minh was equally affecting
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Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 10:49:20 PM
Stalingrad (1993)
That looks familiar, but I'm not sure I've seen it. I'm familiar with the history of that battle....brutal. I'll see if I can find it. :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 10:56:10 PM
I like the way the unit library is shaping up....
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Post by: Nix on March 01, 2022, 11:21:58 PM
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Post by: Myron on March 02, 2022, 01:10:50 AM
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Post by: Nix on March 02, 2022, 02:27:09 AM
Four years ago I was lucky enough to visit Vietnam and have a private tour of the Cu Chi tunnels, crawling in the tunnels with scorpions, relentless heat, lack of air etc gave me a new understanding of the hell of war. The war museum in Ho Chi Minh was equally affecting
I'd love to visit Vietnam someday; seems like a wonderful country, with great people and fantastic food. :tu:
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Post by: Echotech on March 02, 2022, 04:08:18 AM
Highly recommend it Nix, I absolutely loved the place. Like you say the people are wonderful and the food is superb
I'd love to visit Vietnam someday; seems like a wonderful country, with great people and fantastic food. :tu:
A good mate of mine has lived there for the last 6 years and he sends me lots of pics and videos, the scenery is breathtaking.
I’ve traveled a fair bit in South East Asia over the last 40 years and Vietnam went to the top of my favourites list after about a day of being there
Post by: Echotech on March 02, 2022, 04:09:49 AM
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 02, 2022, 07:21:49 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 02, 2022, 08:09:25 AM
Day 30: This is for Alexanderre and everyone in Ukraine.
+1 Stay strong Alexanderre.
Post by: zoidberg on March 02, 2022, 08:10:21 AM
Day 30:
Needed a little R&R so took the dog out and fired up a mini twig stove :tu:
:tu: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on March 02, 2022, 08:14:24 AM
Post by: McStitchy on March 02, 2022, 08:37:10 AM
That looks familiar, but I'm not sure I've seen it. I'm familiar with the history of that battle....brutal. I'll see if I can find it. :tu:
I've put a link, can you see it? :salute:
Post by: Santos on March 02, 2022, 08:38:46 AM
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The Great Escape is a great example of how Hollywood and the US propaganda machine altered the collective memory of WW2 over time.
:whistle:
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 02, 2022, 08:41:45 AM
Or at least I hope so.
Post by: McStitchy on March 02, 2022, 08:47:53 AM
D-31
Or at least I hope so.
:rofl:
Post by: Echotech on March 02, 2022, 09:07:14 AM
D-31My first job in Sydney was maintenance man for them back in 1984, that brings back some memories
Or at least I hope so.
Post by: zoidberg on March 02, 2022, 12:46:23 PM
zoid recommended film: Hacksaw Ridge.
I just finished watching Stitchys film: Stalingrad.
An excellent bit of cinematography. The story is all grit. No feel good moments or a build up to an epic battle in this one.
You get an honest glimpse of the smurfed upness at the eastern front.
Post by: comis on March 02, 2022, 01:22:28 PM
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What's better than a good tea packet? Two of them!
For Mission 3, I'd recommend Thin Red Line. It's been a long while since I last saw it, maybe it's a good time to see it again.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 02, 2022, 02:15:39 PM
Yet more post opening today - I actually get more post than I realised…..
Post by: Nix on March 02, 2022, 03:46:35 PM
DAY 31:
:like: :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 02, 2022, 03:55:09 PM
So many to choose from...
zoid recommended film: Hacksaw Ridge.
I just finished watching Stitchys film: Stalingrad.
An excellent bit of cinematography. The story is all grit. No feel good moments or a build up to an epic battle in this one.
You get an honest glimpse of the smurfed upness at the eastern front.
:tu: Mission completed!
Post by: Nix on March 02, 2022, 04:34:42 PM
Post by: Ron Who on March 02, 2022, 05:10:16 PM
I remember Saving private Ryan, some scenes were burnt on my retinas and didn´t go away for a long time.
Post by: Ron Who on March 02, 2022, 05:20:43 PM
Today´s rations: bread with bacon :drool: and eggs :drool:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 02, 2022, 05:22:31 PM
Day 30 [i think it's day 30,i'm already losing track]
books on survival written by soldiers
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 02, 2022, 05:28:41 PM
Day 29: Ran out of coffee. Good thing I have a reserve supply (and a way to open them)Al that's a serious problem! Glad you had a backup ☕
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 02, 2022, 05:34:05 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/ionPHmU.png)Add me to the list buddy! I'm away from home but the Great Escape is waiting for me. Speaking of which, I highly recommend Sage, written by retired OSS operator and US Army Colonel Jerry Sage. He details his time in the prison camp of the Great Escape, and getting recaptured. He also writes about his final escape across Poland. He thought he stood a better chance of successfully escaping east than west. If you can find it it's a great book!
Post by: Nix on March 02, 2022, 05:55:38 PM
Add me to the list buddy!
:tu: Step 1: recommend a movie that hasn't been recommended so far. :tu:
Post by: RF52 on March 02, 2022, 06:37:47 PM
More great work from awl. I want to get this one in quickly...Excellent review :hatsoff:
Day 30
My recommendation for viewing is The Great Escape. It features the great Steve McQueen doing some superb stunt work. That alone should make y'awl want to watch it...
I've seen Full Metal Jacket enough times that I can write a review based off memory. (A film critic I am not, and that will likely show.) In a nutshell, it follows one Marine, J.T. Davis (AKA "Joker") from boot camp to becoming a hardened combat veteran. For a guy who got top billing, Matthew Modine did not carry this film. That honor goes to the late R. Lee Ermey (DI GYSGT Hartmann) and Vincent D'Onofrio (the hapless PVT Leonard "Gomer Pyle" Lawrence). We witness the recruits of Platoon 3092 being broken down and losing their minds, most presumably eventually becoming actual Marines. During his tour in Vietnam, Joker is derided as not being a real field Marine. He also reunited with his old boot camp buddy "Private Cowboy" and meets Cowboy's squad-mates, including the gung-ho "Animal Mother." He later sees actual combat.
The movie contains good special effects, a solid story, great acting, and great direction by Stanley Kubrick. R. Lee Ermey improvised many of his lines, resulting in some very quotable material. And Vincent D'Onofrio's performance should have won him an Oscar; he played the role that well. Full Metal Jacket is a must-see!
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Post by: RF52 on March 02, 2022, 06:50:46 PM
:tu: :like::cheers:
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DAY 31:Cool! Used to have fingerboards back in my teens :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on March 02, 2022, 06:57:19 PM
:tu: Step 1: recommend a movie that hasn't been recommended so far. :tu:I think he did. Sage.
And he's planing to watch the great escape and give a review on it :think:
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Post by: RF52 on March 02, 2022, 06:58:12 PM
The Soldier does a good job with stripping wires :tu:
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Post by: Nix on March 02, 2022, 07:42:49 PM
I think he did. Sage.
And he's planing to watch the great escape and give a review on it :think:
Is "SAGE" a movie? I thought it was a book....... :think:
Post by: McStitchy on March 02, 2022, 08:28:45 PM
So many to choose from...
zoid recommended film: Hacksaw Ridge.
I just finished watching Stitchys film: Stalingrad.
An excellent bit of cinematography. The story is all grit. No feel good moments or a build up to an epic battle in this one.
You get an honest glimpse of the smurfed upness at the eastern front.
:hatsoff:
Post by: McStitchy on March 02, 2022, 08:36:55 PM
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Just to be sure, I recommend the 1993 version as linked in my initial post :hatsoff:
Show content
https://youtu.be/VnJJQxZ0hu8 (https://youtu.be/VnJJQxZ0hu8)
Post by: McStitchy on March 02, 2022, 08:40:26 PM
Day 31
No uses today other than good company...
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Post by: RF52 on March 02, 2022, 08:43:30 PM
Is "SAGE" a movie? I thought it was a book....... :think:Sorry, my bad :facepalm: Read the sentence a little to fast :facepalm:
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Post by: Nix on March 02, 2022, 08:59:39 PM
Just to be sure, I recommend the 1993 version as linked in my initial post :hatsoff:Show contenthttps://youtu.be/VnJJQxZ0hu8 (https://youtu.be/VnJJQxZ0hu8)
:tu: I going to watch it when I get a chance. :tu:
Post by: Appleandrew on March 02, 2022, 09:44:01 PM
Beer and smoked haddock risotto……..
Post by: Farmer X on March 02, 2022, 10:23:54 PM
Excellent review :hatsoff:Thanks! And great work from awl.
Day 31
Cut up some paracord for an ongoing project. Much to my chagrin, it turned out to be a smurfty polyester type.
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Post by: Echotech on March 02, 2022, 10:34:55 PM
:like: :tu:Day 31
No uses today other than good company...
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 02, 2022, 10:45:09 PM
No use until the ringpull on a can of beer failed... Awl to the rescue.
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Post by: Nix on March 02, 2022, 10:55:40 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 02, 2022, 11:13:15 PM
Post by: Nix on March 02, 2022, 11:34:56 PM
Post by: zoidberg on March 03, 2022, 12:25:23 AM
Day 31
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What's better than a good tea packet? Two of them!
No day 30?
Post by: zoidberg on March 03, 2022, 12:27:57 AM
I´ll not be watching any war movies, they give me nightmares. :( The current situation in the Ukraine doesn´t help.
I remember Saving private Ryan, some scenes were burnt on my retinas and didn´t go away for a long time.
How about something slightly lighter, Jojo Rabbit.
Post by: zoidberg on March 03, 2022, 12:30:33 AM
Post by: McStitchy on March 03, 2022, 12:33:43 AM
Day 31
Beer and smoked haddock risotto……..
Careful with that beer soldier :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 03, 2022, 12:34:15 AM
:like: :tu:
:cheers:
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 03, 2022, 02:16:28 AM
Al that's a serious problem! Glad you had a backupCrisis averted!
Post by: Echotech on March 03, 2022, 03:27:56 AM
One of the first times I think scissors would have been better, not bad for day 32
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 03, 2022, 03:28:42 AM
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Post by: Captain Howdy on March 03, 2022, 04:49:11 AM
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 05:38:41 AM
I think this is day 31 for me? 1+28+2 =31, right?
:tu:
Post by: RF52 on March 03, 2022, 06:34:50 AM
Thanks! And great work from awl.Would you like to share pros/cons on polyester and nylon paracord? :cheers:
Day 31
Cut up some paracord for an ongoing project. Much to my chagrin, it turned out to be a smurfty polyester type.
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Received a much needed supply drop :tu:
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Post by: comis on March 03, 2022, 09:42:48 AM
No day 30?
:facepalm: That was day 30. Stuck in the base for too too long did that to me sometimes. :think:
Post by: comis on March 03, 2022, 09:44:33 AM
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Finally get a chance to use the unofficial prybar from Wenger SI, relieved a few batteries from the kid's fencing equipment/toy.
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 03, 2022, 10:02:38 AM
Taronga Zoo today. Got more pictures but tough to resize and post with the phone. Will post more later. :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on March 03, 2022, 10:26:09 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 03, 2022, 02:03:57 PM
Day 32 (D+31)
Some more exciting post for a change - some new trousers bought at a good discount, and thankfully they fit! Used the awlsome awl to get into the packaging, and then to cut the threads/stitching holding the labels on - that sharpened edge comes in handy!
Post by: Myron on March 03, 2022, 02:23:04 PM
Day 32 here and I’m just opening a new Post It Notes. Not nearly as exciting.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 03, 2022, 02:36:28 PM
I was in a special mission, with integral dedication to the kids!
Movie recomendation:
A favorite of mine that I enjoyed a lot to watch together with my son and my brother:
Das Boot
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Das_Boot
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 03, 2022, 02:43:41 PM
Post-Espresso shot!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 03, 2022, 02:51:04 PM
The main blade helped to sharpen some watercolor pencils. And some testing after...
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 03, 2022, 02:57:26 PM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 03, 2022, 03:07:38 PM
A snack at the end of a busy day.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 03, 2022, 03:16:34 PM
I bet that by the end of this challenge you will have mastered the Soldier's opener! :rofl:Nice tip Jack! Thanks!
Hint: I angle the cutter slightly outward, meaning toward the wall of the can, when cutting tricky cans. :dunno:
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Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 03:56:39 PM
I'm back!
I was in a special mission, with integral dedication to the kids!
Movie recomendation:
A favorite of mine that I enjoyed a lot to watch together with my son and my brother:
Das Boot
A classic! :like:
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 03:59:41 PM
Post by: an0nemus on March 03, 2022, 04:26:24 PM
Sea time
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Post by: an0nemus on March 03, 2022, 04:37:43 PM
The Siege of Jadotville
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3922798/
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Post by: Ron Who on March 03, 2022, 05:16:07 PM
No uses today
Post by: Appleandrew on March 03, 2022, 05:40:17 PM
No hard-core SAK action today…. Just a little exercising.
Post by: Ron Who on March 03, 2022, 05:57:47 PM
How about something slightly lighter, Jojo Rabbit.
Thanks, I didn´t know this one.
And I have a movie to recommend now, came to my mind when looked up Jojo´s story.
It´s about a boy as well, but this boy ends up in a nazi concentration camp, together with his father; La vita è bella - Life is beautiful (1997).
A tragic story with some touches of comedy. I rate it 5 stars out of 5.
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 06:13:20 PM
I have a few others we can add if participants want to view something a bit less stressful to watch:
Enigma
Casablanca
Mrs Miniver
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 03, 2022, 06:21:39 PM
Day 32 is just parcel opening duty in the family mail room.
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 06:26:35 PM
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 06:27:59 PM
I love Casablanca!! Bogie did a number of good war flicks.
Casablanca is a favorite here. One of my first dates with Mrs Nix was a viewing of Casablanca...in a theater....not for the original release, of course.... :rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 03, 2022, 06:30:23 PM
Casablanca is a favorite here. One of my first dates with Mrs Nix was a viewing of Casablanca...in a theater....not for the original release, of course.... :rofl:I'd say or you age remarkably well buddy! :rofl:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 03, 2022, 07:28:10 PM
The Imitation Game
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Imitation_Game
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 03, 2022, 07:32:03 PM
Gary Oldman did a great job.
Darkest Hour(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220303/f246d9df6fd94e1fef56e808fec73114.jpg)
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 03, 2022, 07:47:46 PM
D-32
Taronga Zoo today. Got more pictures but tough to resize and post with the phone. Will post more later. :cheers:
Day 30: No notable use so here's another one of my favorite Lego sets as a backdrop!
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 03, 2022, 07:50:58 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 03, 2022, 07:52:07 PM
I think...
Anyway. Opening more supplies. We'll be drowning at this rate. :cheers: :drink: :ahhh
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 03, 2022, 07:53:23 PM
One of my faves is ‘The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp’, and surprisingly no-one has yet mentioned ‘Zulu’…. :D
I must admit, I was torn between 'Bridge...' and 'Zulu'. I went for the former because I thought it might not be as well known.
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 08:34:57 PM
Post by: RF52 on March 03, 2022, 09:39:13 PM
Basically it's a cat and mouse game between a russian and a german sniper during the battle of Stalingrad.
The russian sniper keeps taking out german soldiers and breaking down the germans morale and raising the hope of the russians.
The germans answer by sending their master sniper after the russian sniper.
I'm not good at reviews and I also don't want to spoil the movie if anyone hasn't seen it and are planning to.
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Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 10:29:11 PM
Enemy at the gates quick review.
Basically it's a cat and mouse game between a russian and a german sniper during the battle of Stalingrad.
The russian sniper keeps taking out german soldiers and breaking down the germans morale and raising the hope of the russians.
The germans answer by sending their master sniper after the russian sniper.
I'm not good at reviews and I also don't want to spoil the movie if anyone hasn't seen it and are planning to.
How'd you like it?
Post by: McStitchy on March 03, 2022, 10:30:20 PM
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Movie recomendation:
A favorite of mine that I enjoyed a lot to watch together with my son and my brother:
Das Boot
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Das_Boot
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Some say it's based on a true story about a fearless crew lead by a mysterious captain called Mags :dunno:
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Post by: RF52 on March 03, 2022, 10:32:51 PM
I like it, watched it the first time in my teens :tu:
It's full of suspense during the cat and mouse scenes, and the ending is good(a bit unlikely one part but good)
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Post by: McStitchy on March 03, 2022, 10:35:24 PM
Enemy at the gates quick review.
Basically it's a cat and mouse game between a russian and a german sniper during the battle of Stalingrad.
The russian sniper keeps taking out german soldiers and breaking down the germans morale and raising the hope of the russians.
The germans answer by sending their master sniper after the russian sniper.
I'm not good at reviews and I also don't want to spoil the movie if anyone hasn't seen it and are planning to.
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A pitty that I cannot find it here :-\
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 10:39:00 PM
Some say it's based on a true story about a fearless crew lead by a mysterious captain called Mags :dunno:
I believe that to be the case. :drink:
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 10:45:34 PM
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*Kye is a slang term used mostly in the British Navy for hot chocolate. It was a staple drink on cold night watches to keep the crew warm and alert. Classically it was made with tinned milk, melting chocolate, sugar, and water. The mix was heated either in the galley or in the engine room on some hot part of the engine. Best to use a clean spoon and not a greasy spanner to mix it, but I'll let you guess which is the more authentic style. :rofl:
Do NOT ask Mags how to make Kye. The stuff on the U-Boat is nothing like real British Navy kye.
Post by: McStitchy on March 03, 2022, 10:45:48 PM
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Currently available on Netflix here.
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 10:47:37 PM
Having the International Womens Day coming up in 5 days I'd also like to suggest "A Call To Spy".
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Currently available on Netflix here.
Cool. :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 03, 2022, 10:47:53 PM
A fun day with heavy fog and damp cold. The kind of day that calls for a hot mug of Kye*. Soldier opened a tin of evaporated milk and liberated some chocolate for the making of said beverage.
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*Kye is a slang term used mostly in the British Navy for hot chocolate. It was a staple drink on cold night watches to keep the crew warm and alert. Classically it was made with tinned milk, melting chocolate, sugar, and water. The mix was heated either in the galley or in the engine room on some hot part of the engine. Best to use a clean spoon and not a greasy spanner to mix it, but I'll let you guess which is the more authentic style. :rofl:
Do NOT ask Mags how to make Kye. The stuff on the U-Boat is nothing like real British Navy kye.
:rofl: :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 03, 2022, 10:50:43 PM
Day 32
Me Soldier helped on a modification of a garmin bike mount today...
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Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 10:58:06 PM
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Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 11:00:03 PM
Me Soldier helpedon a modification ofmangle a garmin bike mount today...
Fixed. Both more succinct and accurate, I think..... :whistle:
Post by: Nix on March 03, 2022, 11:01:23 PM
Currently available on Netflix here.
Just checked. Not on Netflix here.... :(
Post by: McStitchy on March 03, 2022, 11:09:13 PM
Just checked. Not on Netflix here.... :(
:-[
Post by: McStitchy on March 03, 2022, 11:10:33 PM
Fixed. Both more succinct and accurate, I think..... :whistle:
:sa: :twak: ...well...maybe you're right :D
Post by: Nix on March 04, 2022, 01:19:14 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 04, 2022, 01:42:06 AM
Another one...
Gary Oldman did a great job.
Darkest Hour(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220303/f246d9df6fd94e1fef56e808fec73114.jpg)
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 04, 2022, 02:10:05 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on March 04, 2022, 03:03:29 AM
How about Heartbreak Ridge?That's another very quotable film!
Would you like to share pros/cons on polyester and nylon paracord?The video linked below explains it in-depth:
https://youtu.be/Zmw9MakEZuk
If you prefer not to watch, then I condensed the following info from the linked video. Nylon is softer and more flexible, stronger in composition, more elastic and has brighter and richer color. Polyester is more wrinkle-resistant, more water-resistant, more color-fast, and can be less expensive.
I have found I'm more like to get lumpy and uneven knots when working with polyester, so I prefer nylon. Hope that helps!
Received a much needed supply drop :tu:Snus?
I'm back!Good to see you back! I trust that the mission was a success?
I was in a special mission, with integral dedication to the kids!
Day 32
Swabbed out the Pioneer's insides today. No Before picture, but it wasn't too dirty despite over a month of pocket time.
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Post by: Echotech on March 04, 2022, 03:34:57 AM
Managed to get hold of a Whittingslowe product #43 for about a third of what they normally go for :like:
Often considered Australia’s first multi tool, they were made in the 1940’s and 50’s
Definitely needs some TLC but should clean up ok
Will join the Whittingslowe patterns 1 and 2 WW2 Army knives in my collection
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220304/7c04fd242adfee7afc72b243f7e3f4a3.jpg)
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 04, 2022, 04:47:41 AM
Post by: Nix on March 04, 2022, 05:04:51 AM
Managed to get hold of a Whittingslowe product #43 for about a third of what they normally go for :like:
Often considered Australia’s first multi tool, they were made in the 1940’s and 50’s
Definitely needs some TLC but should clean up ok
Will join the Whittingslowe patterns 1 and 2 WW2 Army knives in my collection
Very cool! :like:
Post by: Nix on March 04, 2022, 05:05:37 AM
Short notice sorry, I'm going to be away from internets for a few days, will update the daily pics when I get back.
:cheers:
Post by: Echotech on March 04, 2022, 05:22:31 AM
Very cool! :like:Thanks Nix :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 04, 2022, 05:26:52 AM
with my Maranez Layan
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Post by: comis on March 04, 2022, 06:14:31 AM
Yikes! Tigers!Love this brand, I have the reporter jacket from them, which essentially is a modern M65 field jacket, been wearing it for years and it's still going strong. :tu:
Day 32 (D+31)
Some more exciting post for a change - some new trousers bought at a good discount, and thankfully they fit! Used the awlsome awl to get into the packaging, and then to cut the threads/stitching holding the labels on - that sharpened edge comes in handy!
I'm back!Was it McStitchy making a reference to this movie earlier on? I could never unseen that 'inspection' scene followed by a spaghettis scene right after... :facepalm: :D
I was in a special mission, with integral dedication to the kids!
Movie recomendation:
A favorite of mine that I enjoyed a lot to watch together with my son and my brother:
Das Boot
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Das_Boot
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Post by: comis on March 04, 2022, 06:19:39 AM
I love Casablanca!! Bogie did a number of good war flicks.
Day 32 is just parcel opening duty in the family mail room.
Casablanca is a favorite here. One of my first dates with Mrs Nix was a viewing of Casablanca...in a theater....not for the original release, of course.... :rofl:Another fan here, another great one worth watching over and over again. :tu:
Some say it's based on a true story about a fearless crew lead by a mysterious captain called Mags :dunno:How is Mags doing? I think we do have a few U-boat crew here with us, right? :pok:
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Day 31: crafting our standard bunny hay box. Wife asks me to make one of these a few times per week.Nice use!
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Post by: comis on March 04, 2022, 06:21:51 AM
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Used SI to open another package of battery, love the Eneloop!
Post by: RF52 on March 04, 2022, 06:22:46 AM
A pitty that I cannot find it here :-\Do you have sites you can rent movies on? They usually have most movies :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on March 04, 2022, 06:23:44 AM
A fun day with heavy fog and damp cold. The kind of day that calls for a hot mug of Kye*. Soldier opened a tin of evaporated milk and liberated some chocolate for the making of said beverage.Just give the spanner a quick wipe and it should be good to go :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/rDsGnDJ.jpg)
*Kye is a slang term used mostly in the British Navy for hot chocolate. It was a staple drink on cold night watches to keep the crew warm and alert. Classically it was made with tinned milk, melting chocolate, sugar, and water. The mix was heated either in the galley or in the engine room on some hot part of the engine. Best to use a clean spoon and not a greasy spanner to mix it, but I'll let you guess which is the more authentic style. :rofl:
Do NOT ask Mags how to make Kye. The stuff on the U-Boat is nothing like real British Navy kye.
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Post by: RF52 on March 04, 2022, 06:26:53 AM
That's another very quotable film!Thanks for the quick summary :cheers:
The video linked below explains it in-depth:
https://youtu.be/Zmw9MakEZuk
If you prefer not to watch, then I condensed the following info from the linked video. Nylon is softer and more flexible, stronger in composition, more elastic and has brighter and richer color. Polyester is more wrinkle-resistant, more water-resistant, more color-fast, and can be less expensive.
I have found I'm more like to get lumpy and uneven knots when working with polyester, so I prefer nylon. Hope that helps!
Snus?
Good to see you back! I trust that the mission was a success?
Day 32
Swabbed out the Pioneer's insides today. No Before picture, but it wasn't too dirty despite over a month of pocket time.
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Will watch the video also :tu:
And yes it is snus :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on March 04, 2022, 06:29:50 AM
Day 33What's the drink? Looks tasty!
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Post by: Farmer X on March 04, 2022, 08:16:20 AM
Often considered Australia’s first multi tool, they were made in the 1940’s and 50’sThe only Australian multi-tool I was previously aware of was good ol' FRED (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Field_Ration_Eating_Device). (Warning: link contains a "Smurf.") I wish I'd scooped up a FRED when I had the chance. Neat old multi-tools you have there!
Thanks for the quick summary :cheers:You're welcome. And I haven't had snus in over a decade, though I was fond of Offroad Lakrits.
Will watch the video also :tu:
And yes it is snus :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 04, 2022, 08:56:59 AM
Day 33
Managed to get hold of a Whittingslowe product #43 for about a third of what they normally go for :like:
Often considered Australia’s first multi tool, they were made in the 1940’s and 50’s
Definitely needs some TLC but should clean up ok
Will join the Whittingslowe patterns 1 and 2 WW2 Army knives in my collection
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220304/7c04fd242adfee7afc72b243f7e3f4a3.jpg)
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Cool find Echo :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 04, 2022, 08:57:32 AM
Short notice sorry, I'm going to be away from internets for a few days, will update the daily pics when I get back.
Enjoy :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 04, 2022, 09:03:14 AM
...
Was it McStitchy making a reference to this movie earlier on? I could never unseen that 'inspection' scene followed by a spaghettis scene right after... :facepalm: :D
:whistle:
Post by: McStitchy on March 04, 2022, 09:09:10 AM
How is Mags doing? I think we do have a few U-boat crew here with us, right? :pok:
I might have found the perfect hiding place in this thing. The torpedo tubes are getting too crowded lately. Uh...wait...how did I get here? :ahhh
Sorry, that's classified information :dunno:
Post by: McStitchy on March 04, 2022, 09:09:57 AM
Day 32
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Used SI to open another package of battery, love the Eneloop!
Good choice :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 04, 2022, 09:11:36 AM
Do you have sites you can rent movies on? They usually have most movies :tu:
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They slowly disappeared over the last 4 years :-\
Thanks to Sky and Netflix.
Post by: Echotech on March 04, 2022, 09:32:18 AM
Cool find Echo :like:
The only Australian multi-tool I was previously aware of was good ol' FRED (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Field_Ration_Eating_Device). (Warning: link contains a "Smurf.") I wish I'd scooped up a FRED when I had the chance. Neat old multi-tools you have there!
Thanks FX and McS :tu: :tu:
:cheers:
FRED
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 04, 2022, 09:53:12 AM
Day 33 (D+32)
Early morning resupply drop - more peanuts and sunflower hearts for the wildlife, awl on opening duties.
Post by: RF52 on March 04, 2022, 10:11:08 AM
The only Australian multi-tool I was previously aware of was good ol' FRED (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Field_Ration_Eating_Device). (Warning: link contains a "Smurf.") I wish I'd scooped up a FRED when I had the chance. Neat old multi-tools you have there!My favourite is Jakobsson's mint :tu:
You're welcome. And I haven't had snus in over a decade, though I was fond of Offroad Lakrits.
Deliciously fresh mint taste :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on March 04, 2022, 10:12:26 AM
They slowly disappeared over the last 4 years :-\That sokks. We still have one at least.
Thanks to Sky and Netflix.
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Post by: RF52 on March 04, 2022, 10:15:08 AM
Peeled an apple for the kid :tu:
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Post by: Echotech on March 04, 2022, 10:58:34 AM
Having been over 20 years since I last watched it, decided to rewatch Saving Private Ryan
What an incredible movie (well chosen Humayd), I went through more emotions in the last 3 hours than I have for quite some time…war genuinely is hell, the brutality and loss of life, mostly young men not long out of school, brings home the terrible tragedy
The opening scenes on Omaha beach were what I remembered best but 20 years on I found them even more powerful, shocking in fact. There’s so many scenes, stories, thoughts, emotions throughout, much to take in and process, but the final battle scene has to be one of the all time greats
What a dreadful thing war is, I’m so very thankful to those that stand up to tyranny (my grandfathers were two of them, and my father was in or worked for the military in another capacity nearly all his working life) who’s sacrifices have allowed me the life I’ve had :salute:
As Captain Miller (Tom Hanks) says, for every life he took he saved 10 or 20 or more, wise words
On a lighter note, a bit part by a young Vin Diesel I’d completely forgotten
A truly great movie, from the cinematography to the sound, the acting, the action, the story and script, all top notch
10/10
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 04, 2022, 12:53:35 PM
A fun day with heavy fog and damp cold. The kind of day that calls for a hot mug of Kye*. Soldier opened a tin of evaporated milk and liberated some chocolate for the making of said beverage.
(https://i.imgur.com/rDsGnDJ.jpg)
*Kye is a slang term used mostly in the British Navy for hot chocolate. It was a staple drink on cold night watches to keep the crew warm and alert. Classically it was made with tinned milk, melting chocolate, sugar, and water. The mix was heated either in the galley or in the engine room on some hot part of the engine. Best to use a clean spoon and not a greasy spanner to mix it, but I'll let you guess which is the more authentic style. :rofl:
Do NOT ask Mags how to make Kye. The stuff on the U-Boat is nothing like real British Navy kye.
i have to try this :P
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 04, 2022, 01:09:33 PM
Day 33
Managed to get hold of a Whittingslowe product #43 for about a third of what they normally go for :like:
Often considered Australia’s first multi tool, they were made in the 1940’s and 50’s
Definitely needs some TLC but should clean up ok
Will join the Whittingslowe patterns 1 and 2 WW2 Army knives in my collection
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those are neat
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 04, 2022, 02:05:30 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 04, 2022, 02:31:42 PM
Day 33: Went for a hike today.
:like:
Post by: Myron on March 04, 2022, 03:14:13 PM
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Post by: Nix on March 04, 2022, 03:22:49 PM
Having been over 20 years since I last watched it, decided to rewatch Saving Private Ryan
Nice review of a brutal movie. :tu:
Post by: an0nemus on March 04, 2022, 03:59:32 PM
Enjoying a resort
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Post by: Nix on March 04, 2022, 05:30:55 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 04, 2022, 06:01:42 PM
i sliced some abrasive paper,and plan watching Heartbreak Ridge this weekend [it's been like 30 years since i watched it]
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Post by: Ron Who on March 04, 2022, 06:04:58 PM
I used the blade for such mundane tasks as letter opening and box cutting. No food processing today.
When cutting the box my coworkers were watching, and one of them produced a SAK of his own, a Huntsman. We had a little chat about SAKs but he clearly wasn´t aware that it was a Huntsman, and also he had never heard of the brand name Victorinox, until I showed him the tang stamp. He said he liked it very much, but mostly used the scissors and the bottle opener.
Post by: Appleandrew on March 04, 2022, 07:45:29 PM
Beer o clock!!! Finally. (At home after pub)
Post by: McStitchy on March 04, 2022, 08:05:25 PM
Day 33
Rye Bread anyone?
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Post by: Ron Who on March 04, 2022, 08:10:25 PM
Day 33
Rye Bread anyone?
With bacon? Yummy!
Post by: McStitchy on March 04, 2022, 08:13:05 PM
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Post by: Nix on March 04, 2022, 09:18:19 PM
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Post by: RF52 on March 04, 2022, 09:20:22 PM
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Post by: Echotech on March 04, 2022, 09:56:05 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 04, 2022, 11:08:11 PM
Soldier opened up a new flag to fly out front.
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:tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 04, 2022, 11:12:12 PM
More food...
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Post by: Echotech on March 04, 2022, 11:38:29 PM
those are neat
Nice review of a brutal movie. :tu:
Thanks Gents :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Nix on March 05, 2022, 12:00:56 AM
D+32
More food...
Bacon butty....? :drool:
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 05, 2022, 02:26:38 AM
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Post by: Echotech on March 05, 2022, 02:51:05 AM
D+32Bacon and egg butty, prawn rolls and very good looking pork pies (M&S perhaps?) now that’s a lunch :drool:
More food...
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Post by: Echotech on March 05, 2022, 03:19:41 AM
The Whittingslowe’s cleaned up pretty well, got all the rust off and given it a coating of mineral oil
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Post by: Farmer X on March 05, 2022, 05:48:15 AM
Went for a hike today.:tu:
Soldier opened up a new flag to fly out front.:salute:
The Whittingslowe’s cleaned up pretty well.Sure did. What a neat old tool!
Day 33
Popped the safety thing off a new Bic using the Pioneer's small screwdriver.
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Post by: Echotech on March 05, 2022, 06:12:16 AM
:tu:
:salute:
Sure did. What a neat old tool!
Day 33
Popped the safety thing off a new Bic using the Pioneer's small screwdriver.
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Thanks FX :tu:
I do exactly the same thing with Bic’s, can’t stand the safety thing either:iagree: :like:
Post by: Santos on March 05, 2022, 07:36:55 AM
D31 D32 D33 D34
Have been receiving intel but unable to report.
Summary of operations
D31 Keit Tropical rations
D32 Assaulted by blood sucking leech walking to car in 'damp' conditions. Removed with large screwdriver/cap lifter. Had no salt and was on a fire ban.
D33 Stuff happened, it's classified... so here is an innocuous proof of life shot
D34 overseeing 'simulations' Rpg in Space setting
Post by: an0nemus on March 05, 2022, 07:39:18 AM
Soldier opened up a new flag to fly out front.Glory to Ukraine
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!Post by: an0nemus on March 05, 2022, 07:44:03 AM
No action for today
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Post by: GearedForwards on March 05, 2022, 08:20:00 AM
D31 D32 D33 D34[/font]
Have been receiving intel but unable to report.
Summary of operations
D31 Keit Tropical rations
D32 Assaulted by blood sucking leech walking to car in 'damp' conditions. Removed with large screwdriver/cap lifter. Had no salt and was on a fire ban.
D33 Stuff happened, it's classified... so here is an innocuous proof of life shot
D34 overseeing 'simulations' Rpg in Space setting
Solidarity post from a more medieval time :salute:
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 05, 2022, 09:20:02 AM
Bacon butty....? :drool:
Bacon and egg butty, prawn rolls and very good looking pork pies (M&S perhaps?) now that’s a lunch :drool:
Bacon, sausage and egg with brown sauce. Prawn baguette and pork pies from the Morrison's meal deal. I'm not high brow enough for M&S. :rofl:
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 05, 2022, 09:20:36 AM
Post by: comis on March 05, 2022, 10:11:50 AM
:DHaven't seen him in a while, hmmmm.... :tu:
I might have found the perfect hiding place in this thing. The torpedo tubes are getting too crowded lately. Uh...wait...how did I get here? :ahhh
Sorry, that's classified information :dunno:
Post by: comis on March 05, 2022, 10:14:47 AM
The only Australian multi-tool I was previously aware of was good ol' FRED (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Field_Ration_Eating_Device). (Warning: link contains a "Smurf.") I wish I'd scooped up a FRED when I had the chance. Neat old multi-tools you have there!I too learned something new, I had a few Fred laying around, and kept thinking it was the synonym to P38 in the States and probably one of the older multitool popularly used.
You're welcome. And I haven't had snus in over a decade, though I was fond of Offroad Lakrits.
Post by: comis on March 05, 2022, 10:20:45 AM
Day 33. The other SAKs are starting to get jealous.I rarely get a good copy of the red Soldier, and can never do what you do putting them together with keys. Brave man!
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D +31Great view, enjoy!
Enjoying a resort
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Soldier opened up a new flag to fly out front.:salute:
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Post by: comis on March 05, 2022, 10:24:02 AM
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SI opened a can of soup way early in the morning, all the cans nowadays come with a pull tab, so I did open it from the bottom, without the protruding lip to catch the leveraging motion, it's much harder than the typical can opening.
Post by: Santos on March 05, 2022, 10:29:14 AM
Solidarity post from a more medieval time :salute:
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Which online platform is that??
I had done a few stints of Roll20 during 2020-21
Post by: RF52 on March 05, 2022, 10:51:14 AM
Opened a gear drop :tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 05, 2022, 11:23:07 AM
Day 34 (D+33)
:mail: A more exciting bit of post - a Parker 75 sterling silver fountain pen (XF nib in 14k Au) and mechanical pencil got for a bargain price from the usual suspect. Main blade on opening duty for a change - now to start the process of cleaning them up, but they look to have been left ignored in the box for decades! Been after a set like this for years, but they’re usually too expensive for me.
Post by: an0nemus on March 05, 2022, 11:48:57 AM
A videographer I was with asked if I had a coin and I said why? He needed to tighten a screw on his gear. I lent him my 08 and he liked it!
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 05, 2022, 01:13:03 PM
Day 34 (D+33) bonus
Whilst things are soaking, I occupied myself with this morning’s crossword using a Pelikan M1000 Maki-e Kingfishers, and M61 helped celebrate the completion with a doppio espresso in a Campagnolo branded cup - yum! Now to settle down and watch the Strade Bianchi cycle race. :D
Post by: SubMY on March 05, 2022, 01:21:17 PM
But now its Saturday so I'll do a run through of the whole week.
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This one was taken up on a roof where we're ATTEMPTING to install some equipment.
On Second thought I'll split this into multiple posts.
Post by: SubMY on March 05, 2022, 01:31:18 PM
Kabobs are the best street food and I'll fight anyone who disagrees. :D
(https://i.imgur.com/WdJ1pKN.jpeg)
Already took a picture with the flashlight I carry, here's the watch I wear 24/7. I've never really warmed up to smart watches. Unlike pocket knives I only really own one watch at a time. My wife gave me this one 4 years ago or so.
(https://i.imgur.com/EGJQeKS.jpeg)
And last night the most important job for an SAK. :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 05, 2022, 02:47:21 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 05, 2022, 02:49:06 PM
Post by: SubMY on March 05, 2022, 03:01:30 PM
Now that I'm caught up here's today's picture
(https://i.imgur.com/us0cYqF.jpeg)
Even torx screws can't stop me. >:D
I've found that large torx screws can usually be unscrewed with the small screw driver, the edge of the can opener gives enough "bite" to catch and unscrew them.
Post by: GearedForwards on March 05, 2022, 03:30:27 PM
Which online platform is that??
I had done a few stints of Roll20 during 2020-21
Roll20, how I play 99% of the time, I was running a game when I saw your picture and it seemed like good timing :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 05, 2022, 03:42:52 PM
Popped the safety thing off a new Bic using the Pioneer's small screwdriver.
:viking:
Post by: Nix on March 05, 2022, 03:44:59 PM
Whilst things are soaking, I occupied myself with this morning’s crossword using a Pelikan M1000 Maki-e Kingfishers, and M61 helped celebrate the completion with a doppio espresso in a Campagnolo branded cup - yum! Now to settle down and watch the Strade Bianchi cycle race. :D
Pelikan makes great pens. I think my favorite pen is a Pelikan. :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on March 05, 2022, 05:35:44 PM
Nothing unusual today
Post by: Farmer X on March 05, 2022, 06:26:31 PM
Been after a set like this for years, but they’re usually too expensive for me.That is a terrific pen and pencil set. I'd likely be afraid to tote them around.
I lent him my 08 and he liked it!:tu: Seems you made him into a multi-tool enthusiast!
Day 34
Two black cats checking out a black SAK.
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Post by: Myron on March 05, 2022, 06:31:08 PM
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Two black cats checking out a black SAK.
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:like:
Post by: Appleandrew on March 05, 2022, 08:07:22 PM
Post opening duties… Alas no Pools win.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 05, 2022, 10:05:55 PM
Two black cats checking out a black SAK.
Great looking cats, Farmer X! :like: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 05, 2022, 10:36:59 PM
Day 34
Kiwi time ;)
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Post by: Nix on March 05, 2022, 10:42:59 PM
Kiwi time ;)
I love those things. :drool: I'm green with envy! (sorry.....)
Post by: Farmer X on March 05, 2022, 10:53:13 PM
Kiwi time ;):tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 05, 2022, 10:59:08 PM
I love those things. :drool: I'm green with envy! (sorry.....)
Fantastic fruit it is :tu:
:tu:
:salute:
Post by: Nix on March 05, 2022, 11:01:48 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/s5NpdmL.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on March 05, 2022, 11:15:17 PM
Looks like no uses for me today. I have to say, I've become quite used to having the '08 in my pocket. I used the main blade a couple days ago and realized using the right-handed lock has become second nature now. :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/s5NpdmL.jpg)
:2tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 06, 2022, 12:12:19 AM
Doing some repair work at the football.
(https://i.imgur.com/I2thxf7.jpg)
Post by: an0nemus on March 06, 2022, 01:51:38 AM
Thanks everyone! I hope the videographer will start carrying an MT himself
For today, just enjoying the street scene
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Post by: Echotech on March 06, 2022, 03:07:01 AM
Had to take apart an old leather lounge for cleaning as it was starting to go mouldy after the unbelievably wet summer we’ve had. The poppers were really stiff but no match for the 08
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 06, 2022, 03:14:02 AM
The SI with a bottle of my very favorite beer. For me nothing beats this one.
But now it's very hard to find around here.
Even the name is perfect for me.
(I'm a machinist, oil is part of the job)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220306/3c42e636148dba869bcf682949852896.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 06, 2022, 03:26:37 AM
We all spent some time watching some Studio Ghibli movies (animes).
With the kids we watched the more child oriented, but I and my lady watched one very interesting after the little ones went to bed
One of those movies is loosely based on the life of the creator of the Mitsubishi A6M (Zero or Zeke)
The Wind Rises
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wind_Rises
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 06, 2022, 03:34:57 AM
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Post by: Santos on March 06, 2022, 04:33:13 AM
D-32
The SI with a bottle of my very favorite beer. For me nothing beats this one.
But now it's very hard to find around here.
Even the name is perfect for me.
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Price in reais locally? My Papai like the dark ales so maybe he can find it in Rio.
Post by: Farmer X on March 06, 2022, 05:06:01 AM
The SI with a bottle of my very favorite beer. For me nothing beats this one.Sounds like a great brew! :like:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 06, 2022, 05:33:07 AM
Nice work, y’awl!
Day 34 (D+33)
:mail: A more exciting bit of post - a Parker 75 sterling silver fountain pen (XF nib in 14k Au) and mechanical pencil got for a bargain price from the usual suspect. Main blade on opening duty for a change - now to start the process of cleaning them up, but they look to have been left ignored in the box for decades! Been after a set like this for years, but they’re usually too expensive for me.
wow that's amazing!
i remember that model,i always thought it was cool,with a "retro futuristic" style.
Mission Complete
i chose heartbreak Ridge for nostalgia,and it was an "easy" war movie,as i recall.
i'm a fan of Eastwood,and he played Gunny Highway like he was Gunny Highway :D
kids now will say Eastwood played Eastwood,but i dig it. the 1000 meter stare [we use the metric system :rofl:],soft,menacing growl,and wiry physique are Eastwood trademarks,to me anyway.
i suck at reviews,but i'll try anyway. Gunny Highway,decorated marine from a bygone era,nearing retirement,gets transfered to his old unit where he has to train a bunch of slackers into combat-ready marines,butting heads with all and sundry along the way,including his ex-wife,the base commander,and most notably,"Swede".
this is a classic 80's action/drama [i think],so there's no plot twists,all the main characters live [ ;)],some bewbs [ :D],and a happy ending.
Day 33
ho hum
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Post by: comis on March 06, 2022, 08:14:11 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/mxhaC4g.jpg)
No use today so far, but SI posed next to the project Little guy started.
Post by: comis on March 06, 2022, 08:22:43 AM
Day 34:I remember Manly was all the rage a year or two back when they start showing up on the scene, how do you like it? :pok:
Opened a gear drop :tu:
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Nice work, y’awl!Nice! I remembered One of the first nicer pens I got was Parker, it was a favorite of mine for many years when I was in school. :cheers:
Day 34 (D+33)
:mail: A more exciting bit of post - a Parker 75 sterling silver fountain pen (XF nib in 14k Au) and mechanical pencil got for a bargain price from the usual suspect. Main blade on opening duty for a change - now to start the process of cleaning them up, but they look to have been left ignored in the box for decades! Been after a set like this for years, but they’re usually too expensive for me.
D +33Nice rig! Sony is such a huge brand nowadays for DSLR, especially for videography, hard to fathom they were just starting to get 'serious' about 10 years ago.
A videographer I was with asked if I had a coin and I said why? He needed to tighten a screw on his gear. I lent him my 08 and he liked it!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220305/eed18b5faefd36be48f6fd85569ced7d.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/dWO7ynw.jpeg)Nice watch and a great gift from the beloved! And no doubt that sub you were holding looks great too! :drool:
Kabobs are the best street food and I'll fight anyone who disagrees. :D
(https://i.imgur.com/WdJ1pKN.jpeg)
Already took a picture with the flashlight I carry, here's the watch I wear 24/7. I've never really warmed up to smart watches. Unlike pocket knives I only really own one watch at a time. My wife gave me this one 4 years ago or so.
(https://i.imgur.com/EGJQeKS.jpeg)
And last night the most important job for an SAK. :cheers:
Post by: comis on March 06, 2022, 08:31:28 AM
The last days were quite good. It's always nice be with the kids.
We all spent some time watching some Studio Ghibli movies (animes).
With the kids we watched the more child oriented, but I and my lady watched one very interesting after the little ones went to bed
One of those movies is loosely based on the life of the creator of the Mitsubishi A6M (Zero or Zeke)
The Wind Rises
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wind_Rises
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Hevy, Hayao Miyazaki is an absolute legend in Japanese animation(to some extend, almost rivalry to the magnitude of Disney). I think he even got a museum dedicated to him in Japan. Most of his works has great theme attached, very memorable music scores, and fantastic story telling. One of my fav is Laputa, thou it is 2-3 decades ago, this timeless classic is still absolutely worth checking out:
(https://i.imgur.com/xRDP0ME.jpg)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castle_in_the_Sky
https://youtu.be/Hstbdf-vOo4
The original music score for Laputa, I still remember getting goosebump the first time I heard it decades ago...
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 06, 2022, 09:36:22 AM
The last days were quite good. It's always nice be with the kids.
We all spent some time watching some Studio Ghibli movies (animes).
With the kids we watched the more child oriented, but I and my lady watched one very interesting after the little ones went to bed
One of those movies is loosely based on the life of the creator of the Mitsubishi A6M (Zero or Zeke)
The Wind Rises
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wind_Rises
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Good choice! Grave of the Fireflies is another fantastic war related film from Studio Ghibli - I’m a bit of a Ghibli fan though, tbh!
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 06, 2022, 09:39:19 AM
Hevy, Hayao Miyazaki is an absolute legend in Japanese animation(to some extend, almost rivalry to the magnitude of Disney). I think he even got a museum dedicated to him in Japan. Most of his works has great theme attached, very memorable music scores, and fantastic story telling. One of my fav is Laputa, thou it is 2-3 decades ago, this timeless classic is still absolutely worth checking out:
(https://i.imgur.com/xRDP0ME.jpg)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castle_in_the_Sky
https://youtu.be/Hstbdf-vOo4
The original music score for Laputa, I still remember getting goosebump the first time I heard it decades ago...
Good choice too, Comis! I love My Neighbour, Totoro, though it’s not a film relevant to the challenge category! As I said earlier, I’m a Ghibli fan, mind you…..!
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 06, 2022, 09:45:58 AM
Day 35 (D+34)
Time for cappuccino and some fresh coffee - not tried Thai coffee before, so opened this pack up with the main blade and cut out the label to go in the pot as a reminder of the bean type.
Post by: RF52 on March 06, 2022, 10:06:57 AM
A little foodprep for tomorrows lunch.
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Post by: an0nemus on March 06, 2022, 10:09:38 AM
Opening my day's snack
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 06, 2022, 10:23:45 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 06, 2022, 10:55:10 AM
Post by: Santos on March 06, 2022, 11:33:07 AM
Embrace the suck.
Post by: Fast Bill on March 06, 2022, 12:46:22 PM
Agree with you on the mouse Rizio :like:
Post by: RF52 on March 06, 2022, 12:53:12 PM
I remember Manly was all the rage a year or two back when they start showing up on the scene, how do you like it? :pok:The G-10 is very grippy, the pocket clip is very deep carry, the edge is hair popping sharp :tu:
Nice! I remembered One of the first nicer pens I got was Parker, it was a favorite of mine for many years when I was in school. :cheers:
Nice rig! Sony is such a huge brand nowadays for DSLR, especially for videography, hard to fathom they were just starting to get 'serious' about 10 years ago.
Nice watch and a great gift from the beloved! And no doubt that sub you were holding looks great too! :drool:
There are some very minor fit and finish "problems" which isn't really problems but couldn't find a better word :rofl: One scale is a tiny bit smaller than the other, and it's a small gap between the back lock and the scale, but for the price and materials used it doesn't bother me.
Overall it feels like a very good knife for the money, and I think it will be a great user :like:
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Post by: SubMY on March 06, 2022, 01:15:43 PM
D+34
(https://i.imgur.com/QCrhPYx.jpeg)
I've consumed WAAAAYYY to much caffeine while in Europe.
Post by: Ron Who on March 06, 2022, 03:17:51 PM
No uses today.
Here´s my GAK hanging out with a Soldier buddy.
Post by: Nix on March 06, 2022, 03:35:46 PM
Mission Complete
:salute: :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 06, 2022, 03:37:47 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on March 06, 2022, 05:37:51 PM
Scraping candle wax off the table….
Post by: McStitchy on March 06, 2022, 07:10:07 PM
The last days were quite good. It's always nice be with the kids.
We all spent some time watching some Studio Ghibli movies (animes).
With the kids we watched the more child oriented, but I and my lady watched one very interesting after the little ones went to bed
One of those movies is loosely based on the life of the creator of the Mitsubishi A6M (Zero or Zeke)
The Wind Rises
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wind_Rises
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Nice! I've put it onto my list on Netflix :like:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 06, 2022, 07:10:33 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 06, 2022, 07:11:39 PM
Daa 35
No usage for my Soldier today at the beach :dunno:
(https://i.imgur.com/wBUXxpZ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5BhNItr.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on March 06, 2022, 07:11:56 PM
Day 35: Enjoying the outdoors today!
:like:
Post by: Farmer X on March 06, 2022, 08:24:12 PM
Enjoying the outdoors today!:tu:
No usage for my Soldier today at the beach.:tu:
Day 35
Freed some water from its package. Action shots were taken, but I was dissatisfied with them.
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 06, 2022, 09:03:41 PM
Prepping a quick meal this morning before heading out for the day.
(https://i.imgur.com/Jb0mrV2.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 06, 2022, 09:45:16 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/kiocWo8.jpg)
Post by: Myron on March 07, 2022, 12:43:01 AM
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Post by: Nix on March 07, 2022, 01:06:36 AM
... this beautiful Hartkopf companion piece arrived from Germany ...
Kewl! :like:
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 07, 2022, 03:06:45 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on March 07, 2022, 03:17:35 AM
Adding to the food theme......I love a good corned beef! :drool:
Day 33: no use today:like: Cool cat!
Post by: Echotech on March 07, 2022, 04:11:33 AM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 07, 2022, 04:55:28 AM
i made dinner for the cats :D
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 07, 2022, 07:58:15 AM
My new passport came in! :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on March 07, 2022, 08:28:54 AM
Day 31
(https://i.imgur.com/FEK6BY7.jpg)
Finally get a chance to use the unofficial prybar from Wenger SI, relieved a few batteries from the kid's fencing equipment/toy.
Need more info, what type of fencing?
Post by: zoidberg on March 07, 2022, 08:30:59 AM
D-32
Taronga Zoo today. Got more pictures but tough to resize and post with the phone. Will post more later. :cheers:
Awesome, I went there as a kid. :tu: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on March 07, 2022, 08:42:34 AM
Day 33: Went for a hike today.
:like:
Post by: zoidberg on March 07, 2022, 09:14:17 AM
Given the level of visibility we decided to make camp at the first available flat ish spot.
Post by: zoidberg on March 07, 2022, 09:17:39 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 07, 2022, 09:24:15 AM
Hot chocolates and marshmallows over the fire.
Post by: zoidberg on March 07, 2022, 09:28:15 AM
Waiting for the kid to get sorted.
Post by: zoidberg on March 07, 2022, 09:37:36 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 07, 2022, 09:38:54 AM
Gear clean and sort time.
Post by: Echotech on March 07, 2022, 09:40:51 AM
Sunrise was worth the climb.Beautiful :like:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 07, 2022, 09:46:38 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 07, 2022, 12:26:32 PM
More post opening for the main blade, this time a NOS cap for my Parker 75 Premier sterling silver. The 75 pencil and fountain pen cleaned a treat, so here’s my Parker sterling silver and Chinese lacquer collection: 75 pencil and fountain pen, 75 Premier ballpoint and fountain pen, 75 Premier fountain pen, and Sonnet fountain pen, pencil and ballpoint. I bought the last 3 new in the 1990s and used them extensively at work - the first 5 were collected over the past few years, another bad habit…..! :facepalm:
Post by: RF52 on March 07, 2022, 12:54:05 PM
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Post by: RF52 on March 07, 2022, 12:55:24 PM
The kitchensink was clogging up, the 08 unscrewed the grate(?)
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Post by: comis on March 07, 2022, 12:57:36 PM
The G-10 is very grippy, the pocket clip is very deep carry, the edge is hair popping sharp :tu::cheers:
There are some very minor fit and finish "problems" which isn't really problems but couldn't find a better word :rofl: One scale is a tiny bit smaller than the other, and it's a small gap between the back lock and the scale, but for the price and materials used it doesn't bother me.
Overall it feels like a very good knife for the money, and I think it will be a great user :like:
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Day 35: Enjoying the outdoors today!
Wow wow, some fantastic captures today!Daa 35
No usage for my Soldier today at the beach :dunno:
(https://i.imgur.com/wBUXxpZ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/5BhNItr.jpg)
Post by: comis on March 07, 2022, 01:03:10 PM
Need more info, what type of fencing?Not entirely sure yet, the little guy is only a toddler and it's basically a toy for him to play with. But I am wild guessing he may first start with Foil? One of the family member happened to be an Olympic referee and a local coach, so we are hoping he could provide some guidance in the future.
If you have any suggestion or resources for the kid to learn fencing, please do let me know! :cheers:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 07, 2022, 01:20:31 PM
Price in reais locally? My Papai like the dark ales so maybe he can find it in Rio.Hello Santos!
The price was usually around R$28,00.
But unfortunately I'm not founding Old Engine Oil anymore, at least in SP.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 07, 2022, 01:33:40 PM
Hevy, Hayao Miyazaki is an absolute legend in Japanese animation(to some extend, almost rivalry to the magnitude of Disney). I think he even got a museum dedicated to him in Japan. Most of his works has great theme attached, very memorable music scores, and fantastic story telling. One of my fav is Laputa, thou it is 2-3 decades ago, this timeless classic is still absolutely worth checking out:I can't agree more Comis!
(https://i.imgur.com/xRDP0ME.jpg)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castle_in_the_Sky
https://youtu.be/Hstbdf-vOo4
The original music score for Laputa, I still remember getting goosebump the first time I heard it decades ago...
Hayao Miyazaki and his studio produced some of the best animations of all.
My wife is impressed with the quality of the art. Every frame is a piece of art.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 07, 2022, 01:34:34 PM
Good choice! Grave of the Fireflies is another fantastic war related film from Studio Ghibli - I’m a bit of a Ghibli fan though, tbh!Thanks Rizio!
Grave of the Fireflies is in the list of the "must see!"
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 07, 2022, 01:38:45 PM
No significant uses. Just enjoying and fidgeting that beautifull knife(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220307/36bd33094aad654ff7a07419fedb0b43.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 07, 2022, 01:42:26 PM
The awl helped to do some detail on the "smile" on this little base that I made with some modeling clay and a Nespresso capsule. A little 5 minute project for one of my boy small cactus.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220307/bb5b4733c041e61a567508ee70d196b6.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 07, 2022, 01:43:35 PM
Another slow day for the SI(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220307/6b3c8054d6fc173d4db649ea29a45bb0.jpg)
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 07, 2022, 02:14:51 PM
D-34
The awl helped to do some detail on the "smile" on this little base that I made with some modeling clay and a Nespresso capsule. A little 5 minute project for one of my boy small cactus.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220307/bb5b4733c041e61a567508ee70d196b6.jpg)
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Great awl work, there Hevy - very impressive! :hatsoff:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 07, 2022, 03:15:54 PM
Post by: Nix on March 07, 2022, 04:32:28 PM
Looks like an awesome trip @zoidberg :like:
:iagree: And so glad to see the youngster getting out! :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 07, 2022, 04:34:37 PM
D-34
The awl helped to do some detail on the "smile" on this little base that I made with some modeling clay and a Nespresso capsule. A little 5 minute project for one of my boy small cactus.
Looks like a fun project to do with your son. :tu:
Post by: an0nemus on March 07, 2022, 04:43:54 PM
Too tired to buy dinner
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Post by: Ron Who on March 07, 2022, 05:16:07 PM
Just checking. It´s really 108mm. :)
Post by: SubMY on March 07, 2022, 07:51:38 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/xOrLWb0.jpeg)
No real uses today besides slicing open a stubborn powdered drink mix package.
Post by: McStitchy on March 07, 2022, 08:19:37 PM
DAY 33:
Given the level of visibility we decided to make camp at the first available flat ish spot.
Awesome :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on March 07, 2022, 08:23:33 PM
Wow wow, some fantastic captures today!
Thanks Comis...
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Post by: McStitchy on March 07, 2022, 08:26:43 PM
D-34
The awl helped to do some detail on the "smile" on this little base that I made with some modeling clay and a Nespresso capsule. A little 5 minute project for one of my boy small cactus.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220307/bb5b4733c041e61a567508ee70d196b6.jpg)
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Very good work that :like: :like:
Post by: Nix on March 07, 2022, 08:29:16 PM
No real uses today besides slicing open a stubborn powdered drink mix package.
Nice Mora. :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 07, 2022, 08:30:38 PM
Day 36
Did someone say firefly?
(https://i.imgur.com/XuOuqXp.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 07, 2022, 08:35:12 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 07, 2022, 10:03:35 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 07, 2022, 10:24:05 PM
Day 36: Opening salt for the water softener, a monthly duty. It was a beautiful day yesterday, followed by rain here today.
I don't want to be "that guy", but that doesn't look like salt to me! :ahhh
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 07, 2022, 10:25:38 PM
"If you're looking for chocolate, there's a box of truffles on the side."
Cheers, mum. :D
(https://i.imgur.com/XOUqScR.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 07, 2022, 10:31:24 PM
Thanks Comis...
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 07, 2022, 10:32:09 PM
I don't want to be "that guy", but that doesn't look like salt to me! :ahhhUnfortunately it sure doesn't cost like salt either :facepalm:
Post by: McStitchy on March 07, 2022, 11:00:23 PM
Unfortunately it sure doesn't cost like salt either :facepalm:
:dunno:
Post by: Nix on March 07, 2022, 11:17:19 PM
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Post by: Farmer X on March 08, 2022, 01:04:03 AM
Sunrise was worth the climb.I should say so! :like:
A little 5 minute project for one of my boy small cactus.That turned out very nicely!
No real uses today besides slicing open a stubborn powdered drink mix package.That Mora sure looks good!
Did someone say firefly?:like:
Day 36
No use today, so the Pioneer posed with a friend.
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Post by: Myron on March 08, 2022, 02:33:13 AM
Time to wind down after a 12 hour Monday.
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 08, 2022, 02:38:53 AM
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Post by: Echotech on March 08, 2022, 02:39:28 AM
The wettest summer I can remember, unfortunately a lot of floods in Sydney, NSW and QLD, dreadful stuff. I’ve been lucky to avoid the worst of it
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 08, 2022, 05:46:21 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 08, 2022, 07:01:20 AM
Beautiful :like:
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on March 08, 2022, 07:01:32 AM
:iagree: that looks like fun, Zoidberg! :like: :like:
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on March 08, 2022, 07:02:03 AM
Looks like an awesome trip @zoidberg :like:
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:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on March 08, 2022, 07:18:05 AM
Not entirely sure yet, the little guy is only a toddler and it's basically a toy for him to play with. But I am wild guessing he may first start with Foil? One of the family member happened to be an Olympic referee and a local coach, so we are hoping he could provide some guidance in the future.
If you have any suggestion or resources for the kid to learn fencing, please do let me know! :cheers:
It's such an awesome sport.
I did mostly foil and epee but that was many years ago now.
If I lived in the city I would take it up again.
Having a family member would be a huge help.
Recommend your kid watches skilled people then being able to have a go.
Post by: zoidberg on March 08, 2022, 07:22:04 AM
:iagree: And so glad to see the youngster getting out! :tu:
She has been asking for a while to do a mission...
I can be a grumpy dad about most things but it's difficult to say no to some back country days.
:D
Post by: zoidberg on March 08, 2022, 07:23:00 AM
GAK day 36
Just checking. It´s really 108mm. :)
Awesome pic Ron. :tu: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on March 08, 2022, 07:24:15 AM
D+35
(https://i.imgur.com/xOrLWb0.jpeg)
No real uses today besides slicing open a stubborn powdered drink mix package.
I want one of those. :drool: :gimme:
Post by: zoidberg on March 08, 2022, 07:24:49 AM
Awesome :ahhh
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on March 08, 2022, 07:26:18 AM
I should say so! :like:
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on March 08, 2022, 07:28:24 AM
Post by: McStitchy on March 08, 2022, 08:37:24 AM
Day 37
The wettest summer I can remember, unfortunately a lot of floods in Sydney, NSW and QLD, dreadful stuff. I’ve been lucky to avoid the worst of it
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:-[
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 08, 2022, 11:01:26 AM
Day 37 (D+36)
Back on post duty prepping more fodder for the recycling bin!
Post by: RF52 on March 08, 2022, 12:01:29 PM
The phillips saw some use :tu:
And the awl prepared some microwave lunch :tu:
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Post by: comis on March 08, 2022, 01:12:58 PM
It's such an awesome sport.Thanks for the tip! I knew only the very basic of the sport, so it is likely I too will learn more if little guy does go into it.
I did mostly foil and epee but that was many years ago now.
If I lived in the city I would take it up again.
Having a family member would be a huge help.
Recommend your kid watches skilled people then being able to have a go.
I have seen people binge watch various shows or drama, but never met one like the Little guy, whom can literally binge watch Olympic fencing or marble run for hours. :D I too shall hope all those binge watching will do him some good some day.
Post by: comis on March 08, 2022, 01:21:01 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/wpjFkJM.jpg)
SI helped open another test. This is the first time my city experience high infection rate, the numbers are all wrong and confusing, and it is painful to see how slow or incompetent the local authority doing so little to help with the situation.
Post by: an0nemus on March 08, 2022, 02:29:28 PM
Apple for snack
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 08, 2022, 02:57:53 PM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 08, 2022, 03:23:52 PM
Day 35
(https://i.imgur.com/wpjFkJM.jpg)
SI helped open another test. This is the first time my city experience high infection rate, the numbers are all wrong and confusing, and it is painful to see how slow or incompetent the local authority doing so little to help with the situation.
Here’s hoping you and yours stay safe - as you say the numbers do look worrying…. :tu:
Post by: SubMY on March 08, 2022, 04:38:30 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/30gSW2n.jpeg)
Forgot to get a picture, but it got some use today tightening some screws on some radios and popping the battery tab out.
Post by: Ron Who on March 08, 2022, 05:32:12 PM
With cinnamon buns :drool:
Post by: Nix on March 08, 2022, 06:17:38 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 08, 2022, 06:56:30 PM
Day 36 (D+35)
More post opening for the main blade, this time a NOS cap for my Parker 75 Premier sterling silver. The 75 pencil and fountain pen cleaned a treat, so here’s my Parker sterling silver and Chinese lacquer collection: 75 pencil and fountain pen, 75 Premier ballpoint and fountain pen, 75 Premier fountain pen, and Sonnet fountain pen, pencil and ballpoint. I bought the last 3 new in the 1990s and used them extensively at work - the first 5 were collected over the past few years, another bad habit…..! :facepalm:
nice collection
we've been hit with load-shedding again,i could not upload my Day 35 in time [around work and stuff too].
Day 35
i made a leather cover some months ago [i think i saw that online somewhere] for my EDC Zippo,it could be improved,but it's ok.
i had a brass Zippo as well,but lost it in Feb 2020 [i remember the day too,it was the last club shoot before lockdown].
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51924448384_96fdc468f9.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n7onu5)20220307_183400 (https://flic.kr/p/2n7onu5) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Day 36
older daughter asked for some "cosmetic assistance" :D
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51925472878_3ef3f6d546.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n7tC2L)20220308_082337 (https://flic.kr/p/2n7tC2L) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: McStitchy on March 08, 2022, 09:21:00 PM
Day 37
Just some minor package opening today...
(https://i.imgur.com/ts5204o.jpg)
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 08, 2022, 10:43:28 PM
Spicy chicken baguette. I'll have to try and find another non-food use at some point!
(https://i.imgur.com/ONcUJSR.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 08, 2022, 10:55:30 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/x0UZMP0.jpg)
Post by: Appleandrew on March 08, 2022, 11:07:55 PM
Another package…. Green Parker 25…..
soaking in sink at moment.
Post by: Nix on March 09, 2022, 01:31:21 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/IiSHTMR.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 09, 2022, 03:08:49 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 09, 2022, 03:26:08 AM
Made a few corn tortillas, then served up a bowl of the new Soldier Chili:Wow!
(https://i.imgur.com/IiSHTMR.jpg)
Looks very, very tasty!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 09, 2022, 03:27:46 AM
The SI at work...
No serious uses today. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220309/5e53794df8fe88dba9a4c698f5aeb011.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on March 09, 2022, 03:34:40 AM
Post by: Echotech on March 09, 2022, 03:49:18 AM
Made a few corn tortillas, then served up a bowl of the new Soldier Chili:Just had lunch, suddenly very hungry again :think: :drool:
(https://i.imgur.com/IiSHTMR.jpg)
Post by: Myron on March 09, 2022, 04:11:37 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 09, 2022, 04:28:49 AM
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Post by: Echotech on March 09, 2022, 04:49:17 AM
:-[
:iagree: not good….
Thanks guys :tu:
At least it’s stopped raining most of today, more on its way but gives things a chance to dry out a bit. Got a lot of mould on furniture, shoes, jackets etc to clean up but I’ve been very lucky
:cheers:
Post by: Echotech on March 09, 2022, 04:51:02 AM
There’s been so many delicious food posts recently that thought I’d add to it…I know Nix is fond of Vegemite even if not many of you are :dunno:
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Post by: Farmer X on March 09, 2022, 05:13:49 AM
Made a few corn tortillas, then served up a bowl of the new Soldier Chili.:tu:
Day 37
Made a couple of paracord.key fobs. The Pioneer just cut the length of cord in half; reinforcements were needed for the finish work.
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Post by: Echotech on March 09, 2022, 05:16:51 AM
:tu:Good looking fobs FX :like: :tu:
Day 37
Made a couple of paracord.key fobs. The Pioneer just cut the length of cord in half; reinforcements were needed for the finish work.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 09, 2022, 05:35:57 AM
Post by: Nix on March 09, 2022, 05:53:06 AM
There’s been so many delicious food posts recently that thought I’d add to it…I know Nix is fond of Vegemite even if not many of you are :dunno:
Luv me some Vegemite! :ahhh
Post by: Echotech on March 09, 2022, 06:44:00 AM
Luv me some Vegemite! :ahhh:tu:
Post by: Santos on March 09, 2022, 07:33:41 AM
D36 D37 D38
D36 Not sure if I had shown the sharpened mod on the opener. It came like that from eBay
D37 Fortunately flash floods receded in time for me to go get my Booster vaccine
D38 Copycat shot for the day
Post by: McStitchy on March 09, 2022, 08:30:57 AM
Made a few corn tortillas, then served up a bowl of the new Soldier Chili:
(https://i.imgur.com/IiSHTMR.jpg)
Wow, that looks really good :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 09, 2022, 08:42:00 AM
Comms was well and truly down with me being without internet at home and luckily dodging all the Sydney flooding on the Northern Beaches but a literal block.D36 D37 D38
D36 Not sure if I had shown the sharpened mod on the opener. It came like that from eBay
D37 Fortunately flash floods receded in time for me to go get my Booster vaccine
D38 Copycat shot for the day
Wishing you guys over there that the weather improves soon!
Btw, that's not a mod but by design...
(https://i.imgur.com/t7MEwAu.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/cm9sbXc.jpg)
I think it was removed around 1993 :think:
Post by: zoidberg on March 09, 2022, 09:21:22 AM
Post by: Fast Bill on March 09, 2022, 09:35:57 AM
Luv me some Vegemite! :ahhh
Nice to see Vegemite getting some screen time here. And it also makes a change to see the 111mm Soldier doing a turn here. Good stuff guys keep it up ! :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on March 09, 2022, 09:38:51 AM
Nice to see Vegemite getting some screen time here. And it also makes a change to see the 111mm Soldier doing a turn here. Good stuff guys keep it up ! :cheers:Thanks Bill :tu: :hatsoff:
Post by: an0nemus on March 09, 2022, 10:23:25 AM
Opened a package from overseas
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Post by: Fast Bill on March 09, 2022, 10:50:09 AM
Post by: Santos on March 09, 2022, 12:20:29 PM
Btw, that's not a mod but by design...
I think it was removed around 1993 :think:
Well there you go, learnt something new :D
:Cheers :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 09, 2022, 02:47:26 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 09, 2022, 02:49:21 PM
Well there you go, learnt something new :D
:Cheers :cheers:
:salute:
Post by: RF52 on March 09, 2022, 02:53:33 PM
Can opener works great :tu:
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Post by: Nix on March 09, 2022, 03:16:30 PM
Comms was well and truly down with me being without internet at home and luckily dodging all the Sydney flooding on the Northern Beaches but a literal block.
Good time to have a rust-resistant knife in your pocket! :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 09, 2022, 03:35:38 PM
And that is "mission complete" for me in the Film's On! mission. :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on March 09, 2022, 03:59:49 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 09, 2022, 06:11:43 PM
Day 35: no use today :(
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cool pic. is that a tekmat?
Day 37 [i seem to have lagged behind along the way]
sliced up some masking tape
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Post by: Myron on March 09, 2022, 06:12:23 PM
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 09, 2022, 06:25:12 PM
Day 38 (D+37)
Had to go into the office to do some printing amongst other things which meant an early start - still back home now so time to open a cold one: OP my absolute favourite (on top of quite a long list it has to be admitted…… :facepalm:)!
Post by: Farmer X on March 09, 2022, 06:27:19 PM
Good looking fobs FX :like: :tu:Thanks, Echotech! They're going to MTo members.
Dodging all the Sydney flooding on the Northern Beaches...Hope those floods abate soon and don't do any serious damage!
Day 38
Already a busy day for the Pioneer: opened up a box full of tuna steaks. Bonus footage extremely likely.
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Post by: comis on March 09, 2022, 06:46:33 PM
Here’s hoping you and yours stay safe - as you say the numbers do look worrying…. :tu:Thank you for the good wishes, I too hope so too.
I never gave it too much thought until the whole thing get so close to home, and now I get a front roll seat to see how rapid it could spread. Worst part is I'd never expect so much selfish behavoirs, it is sickening. Anyhow, I am sure many probably might have heard this before, so please do pardon me for the ranting.
Post by: comis on March 09, 2022, 06:58:22 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/zUyrcSB.jpg)
Wenger SI did a small edge retention test today.
Post by: Farmer X on March 09, 2022, 07:02:34 PM
Wenger SI did a small edge retention test today.That's a tough edge retention test, and the SI did very well.
Post by: McStitchy on March 09, 2022, 08:19:32 PM
Day 38
Long office day today with no usage for the 'ol Soldier...
(https://i.imgur.com/StryDbg.jpg)
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 09, 2022, 08:52:19 PM
Made a few corn tortillas, then served up a bowl of the new Soldier Chili:
(https://i.imgur.com/IiSHTMR.jpg)
Lovely. :like:
D+37
No use today...
(https://i.imgur.com/H4xerSF.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 09, 2022, 09:34:12 PM
Worst part is I'd never expect so much selfish behavoirs, it is sickening. Anyhow, I am sure many probably might have heard this before, so please do pardon me for the ranting.
Sorry about that, comis. This has brought out the best in some people....but not everyone. Stay well! :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 09, 2022, 10:30:11 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/D1qqMtD.jpg)
* The recipe for my (soon to be) world-famous curried popcorn is a closely guarded secret, but is made by popping corn in a wok with peanut oil, then seasoning with a spice blend of salt, sugar, pepper, cayenne pepper, and 'curry powder'. But it is a secret, so don't tell anyone.
Post by: Appleandrew on March 09, 2022, 10:35:28 PM
Opening a box of cartridges for first clay shoot in a long time…..
Post by: Nix on March 09, 2022, 11:41:06 PM
DAY 36
Opening a box of cartridges for first clay shoot in a long time…..
Nice! :like: I haven't shot trap in a couple of years now....... :facepalm:
Post by: Farmer X on March 09, 2022, 11:45:43 PM
My world-famous spicy curried popcorn...Man, that sounds good!
Opening a box of cartridges for first clay shoot in a long time…I've never shot clays (or fired shotguns much). I've always been more of a handgunner. Hope you had a good time!
Day 38 bonus footage
The Pioneer helped ready some boxes for shipment and went out and about.
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Post by: Nix on March 10, 2022, 12:05:50 AM
I've always been more of a handgunner. Hope you had a good time!
Competition? Or recreational? Revolver or semi-auto?
Over the last few decades, I've come full circle, back to the wheel gun. Recreational. I find revolvers to be more fun, and saving cases for reloading is easier. I like my new-fangled Beretta 92....the old service pistol...but who can be bothered with all those levers, buttons, and controls? Gimme a simple wheel gun and I'm havin' fun. (Plus, for bear defense, .44 Mag is my go-to.)
Post by: Farmer X on March 10, 2022, 12:54:24 AM
Post by: Nix on March 10, 2022, 01:08:51 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 10, 2022, 03:04:49 AM
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Post by: comis on March 10, 2022, 05:38:55 AM
Sorry about that, comis. This has brought out the best in some people....but not everyone. Stay well! :tu:
To be fair, I too did see some that went above and beyond in what they could help and contribute, I wish nothing but the best for these people and the world need more of them. :cheers:
Btw, did you get the picture from Teton in your banner? I could have sworn I got one just like that.
Post by: Echotech on March 10, 2022, 06:35:41 AM
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Post by: zoidberg on March 10, 2022, 09:12:55 AM
Used the Soldier's main blade to open a packet of popping corn. This, naturally, led to making my world-famous spicy curried popcorn*.....
(https://i.imgur.com/D1qqMtD.jpg)
* The recipe for my (soon to be) world-famous curried popcorn is a closely guarded secret, but is made by popping corn in a wok with peanut oil, then seasoning with a spice blend of salt, sugar, pepper, cayenne pepper, and 'curry powder'. But it is a secret, so don't tell anyone.
Sounds pretty yuck, no thanks*.
*Sound quite yummy, I have a wok and am definitely trying that one.
Post by: zoidberg on March 10, 2022, 09:15:25 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 10, 2022, 10:24:21 AM
More opening duty this morning, but not on the pen box which was wrapped in that Japanese fabric with the moon and hares! The latest highlighting pen by Pelikan which my other got me for my birthday! Sadly I’ve got work today, but I’m sure I’ll manage to get to the pub early doors! :drink:
Post by: RF52 on March 10, 2022, 10:35:36 AM
Needed to pry open a stubborn detergent bucket at work, the cap lifter works great as a pry tool :tu:
And great pics and uses guys :salute:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 10, 2022, 10:54:47 AM
Post by: an0nemus on March 10, 2022, 11:05:23 AM
I watched the movie "Siege of Jadotville" last night. Great recommendation by An0nemus. The storyline is based on a conflict in Congo and a small group of Irish UN peacekeepers who get caught up in the civil war. The acting was pretty god, but there were a few instances where I thought the plot line could have been strengthened and events better explained. Still, a fun war movie and it prompted me to do a bit of reading about the actual events. I'll second the recommendation. :tu:My initial choices were already listed to I remembered this not so known movie. I'm glad you liked it
And that is "mission complete" for me in the Film's On! mission. :tu:
Post by: an0nemus on March 10, 2022, 11:15:24 AM
Needed instant coffee boost
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Post by: Santos on March 10, 2022, 11:21:09 AM
(actually 69)
Paperwork day, should be good for another ten years..
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 10, 2022, 12:16:14 PM
Used the Soldier's main blade to open a packet of popping corn. This, naturally, led to making my world-famous spicy curried popcorn*.....Yummy!!!
(https://i.imgur.com/D1qqMtD.jpg)
* The recipe for my (soon to be) world-famous curried popcorn is a closely guarded secret, but is made by popping corn in a wok with peanut oil, then seasoning with a spice blend of salt, sugar, pepper, cayenne pepper, and 'curry powder'. But it is a secret, so don't tell anyone.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 10, 2022, 12:18:18 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 10, 2022, 03:21:21 PM
Busy week at work. A lot of office time.
SI hanging a little...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220310/91e55bbf5cb4a78c4be897e89d1fd304.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 10, 2022, 03:23:16 PM
Apple slicing duty!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 10, 2022, 03:27:09 PM
Sharpening a cheap pencil...
Giving a try to this one, but the lead is in a poor state, breaking a lot.
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Post by: Ron Who on March 10, 2022, 05:15:22 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 10, 2022, 05:23:28 PM
morning glory :D
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Post by: Nix on March 10, 2022, 07:16:00 PM
I have a wok and am definitely trying that one.
Pro tip: use a lid or cover on the wok. Just sayin'....
Post by: Nix on March 10, 2022, 07:38:22 PM
Very intense and tragic. I think it captures some of the essence of the battle as the film follows a small group of soldiers from sunny Italy to snowy Stalingrad. The journey takes a few unexpected twists as it wends toward its inevitable end, and I came away being reminded of the movie Apocalypse Now, in the way the horror and absurdity of war is portrayed. The film doesn't try to convey the specific history of the battle of Stalingrad, but rather uses the battle as a backdrop for the story (in the same way Apocalypse Now doesn't really provide a specific history of the Vietnam war, but sets the stage for the story). Great recommendation. Glad I watched it! :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 10, 2022, 10:12:21 PM
It can pull you down a bit and one might wish the movie to be shorter. I needed a couple of hugs after it ;)
Post by: McStitchy on March 10, 2022, 10:13:41 PM
Day 38
morning glory :D
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:rofl: :facepalm:
Post by: McStitchy on March 10, 2022, 10:16:42 PM
Day 39
It's nice to have a fire at the end of a stormy and rainy day in Irelands south west...
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Post by: Farmer X on March 10, 2022, 10:44:53 PM
The cap lifter works great as a pry tool :tu:Indeed it does.
Apple slicing duty!Keeping the doctor away, I see! :tu:
Day 38Great photo! :like:
morning glory :D
It's nice to have a fire at the end of a stormy and rainy day in Irelands south west...That would be nice in Michigan, too. I just don't think it's wise to use my fireplace.
Day 39
The Pioneer made some new friends today! :woohoo:
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Post by: McStitchy on March 10, 2022, 10:57:35 PM
...
That would be nice in Michigan, too. I just don't think it's wise to use my fireplace.
Day 39
The Pioneer made some new friends today! :woohoo:
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A pity about your fireplace :-\
But that's a great tool score there :like:
Post by: Farmer X on March 10, 2022, 11:00:59 PM
A pity about your fireplace :-\At some point in the almost 100 years my house has been standing, the fireplaces were converted to gas. I read that it is ill-advised to burn wood in a fireplace that was converted to gas (I don't remember why that is). So I err on the side of caution.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 10, 2022, 11:11:09 PM
Breaking down boxes out by the bin, Olight assisted.
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Post by: Nix on March 10, 2022, 11:34:17 PM
It can pull you down a bit and one might wish the movie to be shorter. I needed a couple of hugs after it ;)
Yes, and given the current world situation, a painful reminder. :cheers:
Post by: Nix on March 10, 2022, 11:36:45 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 12:36:16 AM
At some point in the almost 100 years my house has been standing, the fireplaces were converted to gas. I read that it is ill-advised to burn wood in a fireplace that was converted to gas (I don't remember why that is). So I err on the side of caution.
I would take that advise serious then. Gas is more convenient and burns cleaner :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 12:36:54 AM
Yes, and given the current world situation, a painful reminder. :cheers:
:hug:
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 12:38:38 AM
No uses for me today. I did have an apple, but ate it like an uncivilized brute: picture Fuzzbucket with a Jaffa cake. Wait, don't do that, you'll lose your appetite for apples and Jaffa cakes..... :facepalm:
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You lost me at Jaffa cakes :D
What birds footprints are we looking at?
Post by: Nix on March 11, 2022, 12:47:16 AM
You lost me at Jaffa cakes :D
What birds footprints are we looking at?
I think those are big pigeons....not 100% sure.
Post by: Echotech on March 11, 2022, 04:00:16 AM
You’ve been warned ;)
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Post by: Echotech on March 11, 2022, 04:01:18 AM
:ahhh looks stormy, hope not too bad McSDay 39
It's nice to have a fire at the end of a stormy and rainy day in Irelands south west...
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 11, 2022, 04:47:51 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 11, 2022, 06:53:53 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 11, 2022, 09:14:02 AM
Pro tip: use a lid or cover on the wok. Just sayin'....
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Post by: RF52 on March 11, 2022, 09:15:33 AM
Still pretty sharp :tu:
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Post by: zoidberg on March 11, 2022, 09:16:12 AM
The Pioneer made some new friends today! :woohoo:
Signal. :tu: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on March 11, 2022, 09:19:03 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 11, 2022, 10:24:05 AM
Day 40 (D+39)
Time to empty out the peanuts from their unbreathable polythene sacks into a breathable mesh sack for better storage now that the conservatory is warming up on the rare sunny day. Main blade slices through the bags with ease, though my decant technique could do with some work as I managed to spray a load over the floor…. :facepalm: At least the wildlife won’t go hungry for the next few weeks!
Post by: Santos on March 11, 2022, 12:15:21 PM
Awl seems to get the most use, mainly for opening parcels/items or hacking open cable ties
Post by: Appleandrew on March 11, 2022, 12:30:51 PM
First drinks outside this year!!!
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 01:41:50 PM
I think those are big pigeons....not 100% sure.
Well... I guess every pigeon visiting your house frequently might be :D
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 01:43:55 PM
:ahhh looks stormy, hope not too bad McS
It seems gone now, all good. We're used to it here :salute:
Complements the cosy feeling inside :D
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 01:44:45 PM
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:rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 01:45:26 PM
DAY 40:
Nice shot :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 11, 2022, 02:58:37 PM
At least the wildlife won’t go hungry for the next few weeks!
:tu: My chickadees love peanuts.
Post by: Nix on March 11, 2022, 02:59:07 PM
Well... I guess every pigeon visiting your house frequently might be :D
:rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 11, 2022, 03:26:07 PM
For Day 40, we haven't done anything yet. Just a pic.
Post by: Myron on March 11, 2022, 04:41:32 PM
I wasn’t able to participate in the hiking boot sub challenge, but new Zamberlans arrived today!
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Post by: Ron Who on March 11, 2022, 05:21:22 PM
TGIF
Post by: SubMY on March 11, 2022, 06:01:37 PM
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I'm rather proud of my artistic photography. :D anyone wanna guess what vehicle this is from?
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And here it accompanying me at the burn barrel, burning old paperwork.
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And lastly a package of snacks my wife ordered for me.
Post by: comis on March 11, 2022, 07:26:33 PM
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No use today, but just a glamour shot for the Wenger SI.
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 08:29:05 PM
My chickadees do too buddy. We're getting ready for a snowstorm tonight, so our birds are really hitting the feed today.
For Day 40, we haven't done anything yet. Just a pic.
I hope it's not getting too bad for you guys :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 08:30:35 PM
GAK day 40
TGIF
That must be a dutch brew judging by it's name :like:
Post by: Appleandrew on March 11, 2022, 08:37:10 PM
My new soldier book has arrived!!
Very nice indeed!!
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 08:51:11 PM
D+27, 28, 29
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I'm rather proud of my artistic photography. :D anyone wanna guess what vehicle this is from?
(https://i.imgur.com/foj0dFa.jpeg)
And here it accompanying me at the burn barrel, burning old paperwork.
(https://i.imgur.com/ZGdg6ku.jpeg)
And lastly a package of snacks my wife ordered for me.
Nice pics SubMY :2tu:
Looks like a M113A2 to me !?
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 08:55:22 PM
Day 40
Just some mail duty today...
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 11, 2022, 09:20:32 PM
Day 38
Long office day today with no usage for the 'ol Soldier...
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i don't tire of seeing the wear on this :D
Post by: Farmer X on March 11, 2022, 09:21:47 PM
Gas is more convenient and burns cleaner :tu:Gas has one drawback, though: it's reliant upon the grid. I've come to value a method of heating that can be used independent of the grid.
Nice uses and nicer pics, y’awl!:iagree:
Anyone wanna guess what vehicle this is from?No clue, but I'd like to take it for a spin!
Day 40
A bit redundant, but the Swiss kid seems to make friends easily!
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 11, 2022, 09:28:24 PM
Pioneer with the Monster lume shot
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Post by: Farmer X on March 11, 2022, 09:32:27 PM
Pioneer with the Monster lume shotCool shot. That watch has great luminescent properties!
Post by: Nix on March 11, 2022, 09:49:06 PM
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:like: :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 11, 2022, 09:51:20 PM
I'm rather proud of my artistic photography. :D anyone wanna guess what vehicle this is from?
One that needs maintenance! :ahhh
I'm miserable with tracked vehicles, so no guesses from me, but cool shot! :like:
Post by: Nix on March 11, 2022, 09:54:16 PM
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Post by: Nix on March 11, 2022, 10:07:02 PM
Everyone doing OK so far? We're over 1/3 the way through the challenge, but still have the bulk of the challenge to go.
Anyone thinking of dropping out? Anyone develop carpal tunnel syndrome? Anyone wonder why they started this in the first place? Anyone wish they'd picked a different Soldier SAK? :think:
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Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 10:07:16 PM
i don't tire of seeing the wear on this :D
:cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 10:09:04 PM
Day [night] 39
Pioneer with the Monster lume shot
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:2tu:
Post by: RF52 on March 11, 2022, 10:15:04 PM
Time for a morale check.....All good here :tu: been a busy week so haven't been so active as I would like.
Everyone doing OK so far? We're over 1/3 the way through the challenge, but still have the bulk of the challenge to go.
Anyone thinking of dropping out? Anyone develop carpal tunnel syndrome? Anyone wonder why they started this in the first place? Anyone wish they'd picked a different Soldier SAK? :think:
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The choice of soldier I'm very happy with :like:
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Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 10:16:25 PM
Time for a morale check.....
Everyone doing OK so far? We're over 1/3 the way through the challenge, but still have the bulk of the challenge to go.
Anyone thinking of dropping out? Anyone develop carpal tunnel syndrome? Anyone wonder why they started this in the first place? Anyone wish they'd picked a different Soldier SAK? :think:
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I did think of dropping out once or twice but not because I'm tired of the Soldier. Work is bad at the moment and I'm a little tired.
Post by: Nix on March 11, 2022, 10:25:46 PM
I did think of dropping out once or twice but not because I'm tired of the Soldier. Work is bad at the moment and I'm a little tired.
Sorry to hear that, Stitchy.
Hope the road smooths out for ya. And, Soldier on! :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 11, 2022, 10:26:05 PM
All good here :tu: been a busy week so haven't been so active as I would like.
The choice of soldier I'm very happy with :like:
:salute:
Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 10:44:50 PM
Sorry to hear that, Stitchy.
Hope the road smooths out for ya. And, Soldier on! :tu:
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Post by: McStitchy on March 11, 2022, 10:47:28 PM
Gas has one drawback, though: it's reliant upon the grid. I've come to value a method of heating that can be used independent of the grid.
Day 40
A bit redundant, but the Swiss kid seems to make friends easily!
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Good point about having an independent heating source :iagree:
Awesome tool score again :ahhh
Post by: Echotech on March 11, 2022, 11:18:37 PM
Time for a morale check.....All good here :tu:
Everyone doing OK so far? We're over 1/3 the way through the challenge, but still have the bulk of the challenge to go.
Anyone thinking of dropping out? Anyone develop carpal tunnel syndrome? Anyone wonder why they started this in the first place? Anyone wish they'd picked a different Soldier SAK? :think:
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The 08 was a good choice for me, the extra size over a 91/93mm makes it that much more useful and the locking blade and cap lifter make me wonder how I get away without them normally
I’d prefer a straight edge blade but in reality it’s not made that much difference
I could probably carry this permanently with a rambler on my keychain and a Rebar in my bag and be perfectly happy …but I would miss the joy of switching things up that I’m used to
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 11, 2022, 11:21:04 PM
Nothing doing. Nada. Zip. Smurf all.
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Post by: Nix on March 12, 2022, 12:51:46 AM
All good here :tu:
The 08 was a good choice for me, the extra size over a 91/93mm makes it that much more useful and the locking blade and cap lifter make me wonder how I get away without them normally
I’d prefer a straight edge blade but in reality it’s not made that much difference
I could probably carry this permanently with a rambler on my keychain and a Rebar in my bag and be perfectly happy …but I would miss the joy of switching things up that I’m used to
:iagree:
Post by: Nix on March 12, 2022, 12:52:52 AM
Nothing doing. Nada. Zip. Smurf all.
Hey....could be worse... ;)
Post by: Farmer X on March 12, 2022, 01:16:31 AM
Time for a morale check.....Morale is still high, and the Pioneer is holding up well. No thoughts of throwing in the towel here. We're awlmost at the halfway point!
Everyone doing OK so far? We're over 1/3 the way through the challenge, but still have the bulk of the challenge to go.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 12, 2022, 02:38:10 AM
Time for a morale check.....
Everyone doing OK so far? We're over 1/3 the way through the challenge, but still have the bulk of the challenge to go.
Anyone thinking of dropping out? Anyone develop carpal tunnel syndrome? Anyone wonder why they started this in the first place? Anyone wish they'd picked a different Soldier SAK? :think:
(https://i.imgur.com/qeeiH86.jpg)
It's definitely a long one Nix, but it's a chance to see what the 108 will do for real EDC. Overall, it's probably sliced more than anything else. The saw is handy, and the combo tool isn't bad. We're hanging in there!
Post by: Nix on March 12, 2022, 02:42:01 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 12, 2022, 03:12:06 AM
Day 40 bonus
Cut the seal on the ice cream carton, and made "ice cream bowls" for the lady of the house and myself.
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Post by: Echotech on March 12, 2022, 04:40:31 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 12, 2022, 05:15:27 AM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 12, 2022, 05:27:57 AM
Cool shot. That watch has great luminescent properties!thank you :tu:
yeah the lume pops. i have a "baby tuna" which i think just might be better
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 12, 2022, 05:30:47 AM
Used the Soldier's main blade to open a packet of popping corn. This, naturally, led to making my world-famous spicy curried popcorn*.....
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* The recipe for my (soon to be) world-famous curried popcorn is a closely guarded secret, but is made by popping corn in a wok with peanut oil, then seasoning with a spice blend of salt, sugar, pepper, cayenne pepper, and 'curry powder'. But it is a secret, so don't tell anyone.
i prefer a caramel popcorn myself,but yoy curry popcorn sounds interesting :D
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 12, 2022, 05:33:45 AM
Time for a morale check.....
Everyone doing OK so far? We're over 1/3 the way through the challenge, but still have the bulk of the challenge to go.
Anyone thinking of dropping out? Anyone develop carpal tunnel syndrome? Anyone wonder why they started this in the first place? Anyone wish they'd picked a different Soldier SAK? :think:
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still good to go :salute:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 12, 2022, 05:35:50 AM
"Ice cream social" was a popular Friday night morale booster on my two Western Pacific deployments. So this is only fitting...
Day 40 bonus
Cut the seal on the ice cream carton, and made "ice cream bowls" for the lady of the house and myself.
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:2tu:
Post by: Farmer X on March 12, 2022, 05:52:00 AM
Day 41My lawn got covered up with cedar chips this past summer. I don't miss mowing at all. But I must say, you have a good mower there!
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 12, 2022, 07:06:11 AM
Post by: Echotech on March 12, 2022, 07:40:32 AM
My lawn got covered up with cedar chips this past summer. I don't miss mowing at all. But I must say, you have a good mower there!Thanks FX :tu:
Yeah mowing can be a bit of a never ending task, particularly after all the rain we’ve had with more on the way, so making the most of today’s good weather
Been very happy with the Honda worth the money
:cheers:
Post by: RF52 on March 12, 2022, 07:44:22 AM
Made a liver paté sandwich for my daughters breakfast :tu:
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Post by: zoidberg on March 12, 2022, 08:44:50 AM
Nice shot :tu:
:cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on March 12, 2022, 08:48:46 AM
Day [night] 39
Pioneer with the Monster lume shot
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:tu: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 12, 2022, 08:54:04 AM
"Ice cream social" was a popular Friday night morale booster on my two Western Pacific deployments. So this is only fitting...
Day 40 bonus
Cut the seal on the ice cream carton, and made "ice cream bowls" for the lady of the house and myself.
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:drool:
Post by: McStitchy on March 12, 2022, 08:55:51 AM
Day 41
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I like how the shoes start disappearing into the green :D
Post by: zoidberg on March 12, 2022, 09:07:13 AM
Quote
Time for a morale check.....
Everyone doing OK so far?
Hanging in there.
Quote
Anyone thinking of dropping out? Anyone develop carpal tunnel syndrome? Anyone wonder why they started this in the first place?
Yes. No. Yes.
Quote
Anyone wish they'd picked a different Soldier SAK? :think:
Would you have allowed a black oxide oho trailmaster? I might have gone there.
Post by: zoidberg on March 12, 2022, 09:11:09 AM
Cut the new shower splash guard to length and installed it.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 12, 2022, 09:19:01 AM
Q rolls for breakfast.i don't know where the name originated,i see a vague Q,maybe it's that :D
the blade sliced the rolls perfectly fine,but this operation always makes me cringe,cutting towards my hand is counter-intuitive
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Post by: Echotech on March 12, 2022, 09:53:05 AM
I like how the shoes start disappearing into the green :D:)
Post by: comis on March 12, 2022, 12:15:22 PM
Time for a morale check.....
Everyone doing OK so far? We're over 1/3 the way through the challenge, but still have the bulk of the challenge to go.
Anyone thinking of dropping out? Anyone develop carpal tunnel syndrome? Anyone wonder why they started this in the first place? Anyone wish they'd picked a different Soldier SAK? :think:
(https://i.imgur.com/qeeiH86.jpg)
Backyard burning here, and I did be lying if the idea never appear in my mine, but I have every bit intention to 'Soldier on' since this is what this challenge all about.
No complant about the choice of Wenger SI, just keep my eyes forward and keep on truckin.
Post by: comis on March 12, 2022, 12:16:17 PM
"Ice cream social" was a popular Friday night morale booster on my two Western Pacific deployments. So this is only fitting...
Day 40 bonus
Cut the seal on the ice cream carton, and made "ice cream bowls" for the lady of the house and myself.
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Day 41:
Made a liver paté sandwich for my daughters breakfast :tu:
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:drool:
Post by: comis on March 12, 2022, 12:21:59 PM
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Little guy has been doing a ton of jigsaw puzzle lately, and accidentally torn his puzzle box when opening it. I could have sworn duct tape probably could fix half of the problem in world today, the other half probably over a good cup of coffee. :D
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 12, 2022, 01:34:42 PM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 12, 2022, 01:44:43 PM
Day 41 (D+40)
Back to post duty again - definitely my most frequent task! More fodder for the recycling.
Post by: Farmer X on March 12, 2022, 04:35:56 PM
I could have sworn duct tape probably could fix half of the problem in world today, the other half probably over a good cup of coffee. :DThere is some truth to that!
Fixing breakfast while it snows outside.We got what I hope will be the last snow until next year yesterday. It didn't melt fast enough for my liking, so I shoveled a slushy mess. Hope yours isn't that bad.
Glad y'awl liked the ice cream photos!
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 12, 2022, 04:38:36 PM
Post by: Nix on March 12, 2022, 07:02:41 PM
Would you have allowed a black oxide oho trailmaster? I might have gone there.
Don't think that would have been in the spirit, but I might have chosen that, too. :rofl:
Post by: Nix on March 12, 2022, 07:17:01 PM
No complaint about the choice of Wenger SI, just keep my eyes forward and keep on truckin.
No morale issues here either - we’re in it for the long run! :tu:
Outstanding, gents! :tu: :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 12, 2022, 07:23:15 PM
Day [night] 39
Pioneer with the Monster lume shot
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I thought that watch looked familiar....
I have to pick up Mrs Nix from the airport today or I'll get in big trouble. So I put my watch on to be sure I wouldn't be too late.......
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Post by: McStitchy on March 12, 2022, 08:47:54 PM
Day 41
A call for the awl... :salute:
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Post by: McStitchy on March 12, 2022, 08:49:21 PM
Spring can't get here fast enough my friend!!
Can't wait :pok:
Post by: McStitchy on March 12, 2022, 08:49:58 PM
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I thought that watch looked familiar....
I have to pick up Mrs Nix from the airport today or I'll get in big trouble. So I put my watch on to be sure I wouldn't be too late.......
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Nice Seiko :like:
Post by: Farmer X on March 12, 2022, 09:09:42 PM
I have to pick up Mrs Nix from the airport today or I'll get in big trouble. So I put my watch on to be sure I wouldn't be too late.......Definitely don't be late for that! And I like the orange face on that watch.
Day 41
Finally got to use the can opener for...well, opening a can.
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Post by: Echotech on March 12, 2022, 11:42:19 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 13, 2022, 12:00:28 AM
Breakfast.
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Post by: Adam5 on March 13, 2022, 12:02:55 AM
I am in awl of the comittment you are demonstrating. I figure that most anyone active on MTo has several "primary" MTs and/or SAKs and likes to rotate through them. Using one tool for 90 days, no matter how great it is, is not necessarily that easy when you have other tools you like as well. I salute awl of you for participating and even more so after the 90 day stint is done :salute:
Post by: Echotech on March 13, 2022, 12:22:50 AM
Post by: Nix on March 13, 2022, 12:56:23 AM
Definitely don't be late for that! And I like the orange face on that watch.
Day 41
Finally got to use the can opener for...well, opening a can.
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Mission accomplished: Mrs Nix successfully retrieved from the airport. ***phew***
I do like Vic's can opener. I think Reamer Punch has determined that there are better multitool can openers, but Vic's is the most fun to use in my book. :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 13, 2022, 12:58:16 AM
How is everbody doing?Have most of the enlisteesI don't to insult any of you by calling you enlistees. Obviously you awl are grizzled veterans when it comes to SAKs. But I am curious on how many of the signees started the challenge and are still around.
We have taken a few casualties, but those remaining are a bunch of steely-eyed SAK Knights with the back-spring to go the distance! :SAKnight:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 13, 2022, 02:26:31 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 13, 2022, 02:58:06 AM
I am in awl of the comittment you are demonstrating. I figure that most anyone active on MTo has several "primary" MTs and/or SAKs and likes to rotate through them. Using one tool for 90 days, no matter how great it is, is not necessarily that easy when you have other tools you like as well.Using only the Pioneer has been tough. I do have many other tools I like and want to use. They haven't been completely ignored, though: I'll still take them out, tend to any maintenance they might need, and admire them.
Good use FX :tu:
I do like Vic's can opener.And here's what I used the peaches for...
Day 41 Bonus
Peach cobbler, anyone? It turned out really well, considering it's cake mix over canned peaches!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 13, 2022, 03:15:47 AM
Belated post.
No uses for the SI. Just hanging with the keys waiting for a call.
And no morale issues. Carrying the SI is being a joy. Family helps to keep the morale high.
In my family I have some SAK users. They have a SAK with them most of the times.
My son, a Signature Light and a First Victorinox.
My wife, a Signature and a Swisscard.
My mom, a Bantam Alox.
My brother, a Climber and a Classic.
My Grandpa, a Signature.
I must say, that is really nice, be with people who understand the value of a good knife.
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Post by: GA1dad on March 13, 2022, 03:25:10 AM
Using only the Pioneer has been tough. I do have many other tools I like and want to use. They haven't been completely ignored, though: I'll still take them out, tend to any maintenance they might need, and admire them.
And here's what I used the peaches for...
Day 41 Bonus
Peach cobbler, anyone? It turned out really well, considering it's cake mix over canned peaches!
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Oh yes!!!!! My favorite!!! :drool:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 13, 2022, 04:06:28 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 13, 2022, 04:22:45 AM
Hevy, that key rack rocks!!!
Thanks Barry!
Post by: Farmer X on March 13, 2022, 05:21:26 AM
D-40Nice key rack! And good to have family who appreciates quality gear.
Oh yes!!!!! My favorite!!! :drool:It sure was good! :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on March 13, 2022, 05:29:50 AM
Jambaroo Mountain, Southern Highlands
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 13, 2022, 06:27:01 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 13, 2022, 07:31:28 AM
Don't think that would have been in the spirit, but I might have chosen that, too. :rofl:
It's still waiting for me to remove the pokey key ring thing anyway. ::) :)
Post by: zoidberg on March 13, 2022, 07:35:47 AM
Added a shelf to the bathroom for some plants.
Post by: zoidberg on March 13, 2022, 07:39:34 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 13, 2022, 09:33:00 AM
Day 42 (D+41)
Time for some food prep - started off opening a new pack of pepper corns for the grinder, moved on to garlic (easy), onion (doable, but missed the kitchen knife) and finally carrot (easier than the onion, though technique on my part could do with work…. :facepalm:). It’ll be a shepherds pie, but I’m definitely moving to a 6” knife for the spuds…. It can all be done with the SAK, and in the field I wouldn’t hesitate, but in your own kitchen the dedicated blades just make more sense!
Post by: Santos on March 13, 2022, 10:28:13 AM
I imagine D45 in a few days is halfway point for most, as I was a masochist being on unofficial recon during January I'm looking forward to wrapping up the official timeline :D
I keep looking at my swisstool spirit and thinking I am not struggling without it but look forward to bringing it back into EDC.The Skeletool goes out on excursion when climbing but it is more for true SHTF outdoor equipment failures in the canyons or rock walls.
D41
Went down to Canberra to enjoy a day with my sister's family. The Soldier was instrumental in our Picnic outing.
D42
In honour of the auspicious number I decided to take a shot of the Soldier on top of my Hitchikers TowelTM (a luxurious 230cm x 110cm 'Survival' Pashmina that puts your average peasant fanboys tacticool keffiyehs to shame.)
Post by: Appleandrew on March 13, 2022, 10:56:15 AM
Belated pic with out of date ingredients….
I survived!
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 13, 2022, 02:44:01 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 13, 2022, 03:08:20 PM
Post by: RF52 on March 13, 2022, 05:59:07 PM
Opened a SAK-alike, the wife's stepsister needed a corkscrew so she got one of those :rofl:
It's incredibly hard to open, not very sharp blades and just not worth it compared to a Spartan, but atleast I know that now :tu:
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Post by: McStitchy on March 13, 2022, 06:11:09 PM
Day 42
Some tags were removed using the knife blade...
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Post by: comis on March 13, 2022, 07:45:57 PM
(Looking around everyone's post count have me wondered I must have done something totally wrong, turns out I have double posted in the past, so the apology to everyone who is looking at my day count. It is off by 2 days! So here I am self advancing to Day 40 and hopefully the same thing won't happen again...)
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A weird drink packet only offered by Lipton locally, a mix of coffee and tea in same packet. Surely it's a life saver right after lunch.
Post by: Appleandrew on March 13, 2022, 08:06:10 PM
A long walk earlier ending in a pub……….
And a route post in sympathy of Ukraine??
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 13, 2022, 08:43:05 PM
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I thought that watch looked familiar....
I have to pick up Mrs Nix from the airport today or I'll get in big trouble. So I put my watch on to be sure I wouldn't be too late.......
(https://i.imgur.com/dX1Y5su.jpg)
oh yeah :tu:
i had the black monster but gave that 1 to my son
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 13, 2022, 08:44:43 PM
How is everbody doing?Have most of the enlisteesI don't to insult any of you by calling you enlistees. Obviously you awl are grizzled veterans when it comes to SAKs. But I am curious on how many of the signees started the challenge and are still around.
I am in awl of the comittment you are demonstrating. I figure that most anyone active on MTo has several "primary" MTs and/or SAKs and likes to rotate through them. Using one tool for 90 days, no matter how great it is, is not necessarily that easy when you have other tools you like as well. I salute awl of you for participating and even more so after the 90 day stint is done :salute:
here :salute:
Day 41
EcoZilla lume.
we were experiencing load shedding again,but there was a three quarter moon,and the led's from my power bank
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 13, 2022, 09:24:27 PM
Post by: Nix on March 13, 2022, 09:43:13 PM
Peach cobbler, anyone? It turned out really well, considering it's cake mix over canned peaches!
:ahhh One of my fav's!
Post by: Nix on March 13, 2022, 09:45:54 PM
And a route post in sympathy of Ukraine??
:D
And Daffs? No hint of daffs coming up around here. Maybe in a few weeks.....
Post by: Nix on March 13, 2022, 09:47:21 PM
Day 42
Jambaroo Mountain, Southern Highlands
So lush! :o
Post by: Nix on March 13, 2022, 11:06:32 PM
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 13, 2022, 11:20:50 PM
Packages and cheese.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 13, 2022, 11:49:49 PM
Used the awl today to cut a plastic ring away from the neck of a bottle I was saving, but didn't get a photo. I later decided the awl could be a bit sharper, and touched it up on a stone. The awl's half-hollow edge design makes it a bit tricky to sharpen, but with a round stone I was able to touch it up reasonably well. :tu:
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Post by: Myron on March 14, 2022, 01:26:32 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 14, 2022, 02:20:19 AM
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Post by: Echotech on March 14, 2022, 03:22:08 AM
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Post by: Santos on March 14, 2022, 03:33:28 AM
:like:
Post by: Echotech on March 14, 2022, 03:56:38 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 14, 2022, 04:36:41 AM
Jambaroo Mountain, Southern HighlandsSuperb shots of a beautiful place! :like:
A weird drink packet only offered by Lipton locally, a mix of coffee and tea in same packet.That does sound bizarre. Not sure if I'd give that a try or not.
Packages and cheese.A tasty cheese, I bet! :drool:
Day 42
Mission accomplishment results in a late check-in (but still 13 March 2022 local time). The mission? Assembling a new cabinet. The Pioneer didn't help much (just opening the hardware bags) but it did pose on the finished product.
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Post by: Echotech on March 14, 2022, 05:43:33 AM
Nice work, everyone! Love that view Echotech!
So lush! :o
Superb shots of a beautiful place! :like:
Thanks guys :tu: :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on March 14, 2022, 05:53:18 AM
D+41:drool:
Packages and cheese.
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Post by: zoidberg on March 14, 2022, 06:57:18 AM
Pretty minimal use today, opened a replacement battery for the Casio FT-200 and cut some tape for a small mod.
Post by: zoidberg on March 14, 2022, 06:59:00 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 14, 2022, 06:59:51 AM
It's still waiting for me to remove the pokey key ring thing anyway. ::) :)
All sorted now and it's much more comfortable on the hand. Should have done it earlier.
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 14, 2022, 09:43:45 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 14, 2022, 11:35:21 AM
D43 (D+42)
Back to post duties again this morning.
Post by: Appleandrew on March 14, 2022, 12:41:25 PM
Cutting daffodils in my mothers garden.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 14, 2022, 12:42:39 PM
Post by: an0nemus on March 14, 2022, 12:44:32 PM
Opened a small package
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Post by: Santos on March 14, 2022, 01:33:56 PM
Sewed button on two sets of pants that had popped off. Blade cut thread. One wooden replacement button I chose was a tad too thick so had to cut it out and sew another slightly smaller and thinner plastic one.
Post by: McStitchy on March 14, 2022, 03:43:47 PM
Day 43: Tried using the combo tool to break the seal on a container of Gatorade. Mission accomplished!
You're getting used to that spikey claw, eh? :like:
Post by: Myron on March 14, 2022, 03:43:55 PM
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Post by: comis on March 14, 2022, 03:53:30 PM
Day 40: Knife sharpening party with my father in-lawAl, how do you like this Worksharp? Traditionally, many clamp system struggle a little with smaller blades or pen knives, I do wonder how this one compares to the other system.
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Post by: comis on March 14, 2022, 03:54:38 PM
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Coffee! What is the world to do without it?
Post by: SubMY on March 14, 2022, 04:34:07 PM
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Cookies for breakfast
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A little disconcerting to shower with these signs hanging by you, you learn quickly to sniff the water BEFORE jumping in. :rofl:
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Just a quick touch up today, no real uses.
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 14, 2022, 06:54:13 PM
Al, how do you like this Worksharp? Traditionally, many clamp system struggle a little with smaller blades or pen knives, I do wonder how this one compares to the other system.It's a little tricky with smaller blades like this, but still works great. You can't beat it for the price. Replacement stones are only $8 too.
Post by: McStitchy on March 14, 2022, 08:21:25 PM
D+40, 41, 42
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Cookies for breakfast
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A little disconcerting to shower with these signs hanging by you, you learn quickly to sniff the water BEFORE jumping in. :rofl:
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Just a quick touch up today, no real uses.
:2tu:
Btw, how do you feel about resolving the mystery below? :pok:
D+27, 28, 29
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I'm rather proud of my artistic photography. :D anyone wanna guess what vehicle this is from?
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...
Nice pics SubMY :2tu:
Looks like a M113A2 to me !?
Post by: McStitchy on March 14, 2022, 08:32:01 PM
Day 41
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Coffee! What is the world to do without it?
Coffee gets the best out of us... :D
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Post by: McStitchy on March 14, 2022, 08:37:56 PM
Day 43
The old Soldier attended some mail duty today...
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Oh...wait! What do we have here? :woohoo:
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They are awesome Comis, thank you very very much :cheers:
Post by: RF52 on March 14, 2022, 09:29:35 PM
Cut some protective plastic hose for electrical cables :tu:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 14, 2022, 09:35:54 PM
Coffee gets the best out of us... :D
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Post by: McStitchy on March 14, 2022, 10:42:34 PM
How coffee works for me (the yellow guy)...
☕ :megaslap:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 14, 2022, 10:51:41 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 14, 2022, 11:02:59 PM
A no use day.
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Post by: Nix on March 15, 2022, 12:31:49 AM
Bonus mod piccy.
:like: :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 15, 2022, 12:33:23 AM
They are awesome Comis, thank you very very much :cheers:
:ahhh
Post by: Nix on March 15, 2022, 12:35:53 AM
Awl back in action, improving a high-octane refueling........
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Post by: Farmer X on March 15, 2022, 12:56:02 AM
A little disconcerting to shower with these signs hanging by you, you learn quickly to sniff the water BEFORE jumping in.There is or was a convenience store in Lemoore, CA that had a sign on their fountain soda machine informing potential purchasers of a noticeable sulfur taste and odor to the water. "If you're not local, you may prefer a bottled drink."
I went with bottled. I wasn't that local.
Awl back in action, improving a high-octane refueling........:tu:
Day 43
Just some gratuitous use of the awl. It went through that thick plastic fast and smooth!
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Post by: McStitchy on March 15, 2022, 12:57:38 AM
Busy day for me; sorry for not commenting on the more of the many great posts today! :tu:
Awl back in action, improving a high-octane refueling........
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☕ :2tu: ☕
Post by: McStitchy on March 15, 2022, 12:59:25 AM
There is or was a convenience store in Lemoore, CA that had a sign on their fountain soda machine informing potential purchasers of a noticeable sulfur taste and odor to the water. "If you're not local, you may prefer a bottled drink."
I went with bottled. I wasn't that local.
:tu:
Day 43
Just some gratuitous use of the awl. It went through that thick plastic fast and smooth!
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:rofl: ...that awl is one of the best :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 15, 2022, 03:39:00 AM
Busy day for me; sorry for not commenting on the more of the many great posts today! :tu:
Awl back in action, improving a high-octane refueling........
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Thatta boy!! ☕
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 15, 2022, 03:44:45 AM
Belated post (unfortunately without towel)
The SI awl was used to remove some dried glue from the tube. The glue was used to fix properly a support in the kids bathroom that was annoying my wife. Job done, happy wife, happy life.
My boy asked me to post two stickers that he put in the side of his bed. Both were courtesy of Nix.
The sticker image is composed by various smaller animals.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 15, 2022, 03:51:00 AM
The SI main blade was used to cut some tape to close a pair of boxes of old clothes from my wife for donation. Not pictured, because I forgot, as usual.
But the Lemmy from Motorhead wanted to apear in the picture. My 2yo girl loves this toy. (My wife gave it to me, but the little girl wanted it more)
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Post by: Echotech on March 15, 2022, 03:51:03 AM
After having to clean mould off a load of jackets, shoes and furniture on the weekend, decided I’d better take some precautions if this wet weather is going to continue
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 15, 2022, 05:04:36 AM
Pioneer and Maranez Layan :D
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Post by: zoidberg on March 15, 2022, 05:12:40 AM
Kid woke up with a fever today and tested positive so we're now in isolation.
Post by: Nix on March 15, 2022, 05:15:06 AM
My boy asked me to post two stickers that he put in the side of his bed. Both were courtesy of Nix.
:waving: :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 15, 2022, 05:15:49 AM
Kid woke up with a fever today and tested positive so we're now in isolation.
Hope her recovery is quick! :tu:
Post by: SubMY on March 15, 2022, 07:15:40 AM
:2tu:
Btw, how do you feel about resolving the mystery below? :pok:
Ah! :salute:
I didn't even see that you had guessed! You are correct, although that specific M113 is a used for the command so it's a little unique with more comms junk bolted on to it and little office inside. They're not horrible vehicles. Or at least not my least favorite.
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 15, 2022, 08:26:21 AM
Post by: McStitchy on March 15, 2022, 08:45:31 AM
Ah! :salute:
I didn't even see that you had guessed! You are correct, although that specific M113 is a used for the command so it's a little unique with more comms junk bolted on to it and little office inside. They're not horrible vehicles. Or at least not my least favorite.
:salute: ...so with less space than usually :D
Post by: comis on March 15, 2022, 10:11:55 AM
It's a little tricky with smaller blades like this, but still works great. You can't beat it for the price. Replacement stones are only $8 too.The value is certainly there, and $8 a stone? I would even consider getting just the stone as an impromptu field sharpening tool.
Coffee gets the best out of us... :D
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No kidding on the coffee, and so glad to see the magnets arrived!Day 43
The old Soldier attended some mail duty today...
(https://i.imgur.com/8DVVd2V.jpg)
Oh...wait! What do we have here? :woohoo:
(https://i.imgur.com/LsjFt5g.jpg)
They are awesome Comis, thank you very very much :cheers:
DAY 44:Hope everything is alright, I am no medical personel, but have learned enough to know that the little ones are particularly vulnerable to Omiricon, especially before vaccination.
Kid woke up with a fever today and tested positive so we're now in isolation.
Post by: comis on March 15, 2022, 10:18:49 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/AFa50mt.jpg)
Opened another RAT for regular self test...
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 15, 2022, 10:35:40 AM
Day 44 (D+43)
More post duty, but more exciting this time, a package from Jordan containing a second-hand Parker 25 - the pen I used from secondary school and undergraduate university, though mine was the more common blue (well even I bought mine aged 11, they were only blue). I didn’t know green ones existed, but thanks to speSmurfpillst (I think I mean enabling…. :facepalm: :rofl:) websites I learned that not only the blue and black ones existed (including epoxy coated black and white versions which I remember seeing in WH Smith’s), but rarer green and rarest of all, orange ones too. Sadly they are quite expensive for what was a very cheap pen, especially in the UK, so when I saw a more reasonably priced green one on the usual suspect auction site, I bought it. Time for some cleaning and a trial - better order some different green ink for it….
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 15, 2022, 10:39:11 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 15, 2022, 03:29:46 PM
Hope her recovery is quick! :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 15, 2022, 03:31:59 PM
Post by: SubMY on March 15, 2022, 03:38:27 PM
:salute: ...so with less space than usually :D
Exactly. :rofl:
Theres only enough space inside for 2 people in the back.
Post by: RF52 on March 15, 2022, 04:14:17 PM
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Post by: Ron Who on March 15, 2022, 06:33:46 PM
The tulips are here.
Soldiering on is not going too well here atm. Nothing serious, just my real life interfering, but I don´t have pics for days 41, 42, and 43. So I guess I won´t be applying for a badge. I´ll try to keep up for the rest of the challenge because I´m having fun with it and don´t want to give up just yet.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 15, 2022, 07:03:38 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 15, 2022, 07:59:42 PM
GAK day 44
The tulips are here.
Soldiering on is not going too well here atm. Nothing serious, just my real life interfering, but I don´t have pics for days 41, 42, and 43. So I guess I won´t be applying for a badge. I´ll try to keep up for the rest of the challenge because I´m having fun with it and don´t want to give up just yet.
i feel you,about the same here,but the challenge gives me a change of pace.
you just have to woosa the negativity [i'm still trying to] :bnghd:
Day 43
i changed the LED insert on a light fitting,and,as i usually do,harvest what i can,in this case the magnetic mounts.
i'm a packrat,i keep too much junk :D
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51940422524_fdd6e598a2.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n8Nf3h)20220315_101550 (https://flic.kr/p/2n8Nf3h) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Appleandrew on March 15, 2022, 08:15:08 PM
Pie tonight before pub….
Post by: Nix on March 15, 2022, 08:17:04 PM
Link to Gas Station MRE II challenge (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,89017.msg2326054.html#msg2326054)
Post by: Nix on March 15, 2022, 08:19:55 PM
GAK day 44
The tulips are here.
Soldiering on is not going too well here atm. Nothing serious, just my real life interfering, but I don´t have pics for days 41, 42, and 43. So I guess I won´t be applying for a badge. I´ll try to keep up for the rest of the challenge because I´m having fun with it and don´t want to give up just yet.
:salute: Do stick with it, Ron, great to have you along. :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 15, 2022, 08:23:49 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 15, 2022, 08:50:54 PM
DAY 44:
Kid woke up with a fever today and tested positive so we're now in isolation.
Best wishes for a quick recovery :salute:
Post by: Farmer X on March 15, 2022, 09:32:59 PM
But the Lemmy from Motorhead wanted to apear in the picture. My 2yo girl loves this toy. (My wife gave it to me, but the little girl wanted it more)That's too funny!
Decided I’d better take some precautions if this wet weather is going to continue.Hope y'awl get some relief soon!
Kid woke up with a fever today and tested positive so we're now in isolation.That sucks. Hope she makes a fast and full recovery.
Day 42: Sometimes I have to look for uses lolMe, too.
Day 44
Sacrificed a tissue today. The blade tore the delicate material rather than cutting it. I've been getting along just fine without scissors, but in this instance, scissors are the appropriate tool.
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 15, 2022, 09:36:59 PM
Using the main blade to try and trim nails went as well as expected...
(https://i.imgur.com/vpgsA5O.jpg)
:facepalm:
Post by: McStitchy on March 15, 2022, 09:41:55 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/icPTICc.png)
Link to Gas Station MRE II challenge (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,89017.msg2326054.html#msg2326054)
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Post by: McStitchy on March 15, 2022, 09:44:18 PM
:salute: Do stick with it, Ron, great to have you along. :cheers:
:iagree: :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on March 15, 2022, 09:46:54 PM
Day 44
Emergency rations were necessary today.
Nah, I actually like them sometimes :P
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Post by: Echotech on March 15, 2022, 10:02:25 PM
D+43:ahhh
Using the main blade to try and trim nails went as well as expected...
(https://i.imgur.com/vpgsA5O.jpg)
:facepalm:
Top marks for trying Michael :tu:
Post by: Echotech on March 15, 2022, 10:05:13 PM
…Hope y'awl get some relief soon!
Thanks FX, it’s been a lot better this week, we even had a few sunny days :woohoo:
Bit damp today but nothing like what we’ve just been through
The clean up for a lot of people is still very much in place though, something like 5000 homes flooded, massive areas of land etc so a big job
Thanks mate :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 15, 2022, 10:10:31 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/ENQBlbI.gif)
:rofl:
Surely you've recovered from last year's GSMRE by now? :think:
Post by: Nix on March 15, 2022, 10:21:10 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/dorSn2U.jpg)
Post by: Santos on March 16, 2022, 01:27:09 AM
Uneventful day, snapped this before heading off to bed yesterday
Hevy's lack of towel on the 42nd has been logged in the notes.
Post by: Nix on March 16, 2022, 01:30:50 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 16, 2022, 03:03:05 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 16, 2022, 03:17:12 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 16, 2022, 04:48:17 AM
Hope her recovery is quick! :tu:
Thanks, me too.
Post by: zoidberg on March 16, 2022, 04:50:12 AM
Hope everything is alright, I am no medical personel, but have learned enough to know that the little ones are particularly vulnerable to Omiricon, especially before vaccination.
Thank you comis. She is doing pretty good.
Post by: zoidberg on March 16, 2022, 04:52:27 AM
:iagree:
:tu:
Post by: zoidberg on March 16, 2022, 04:59:40 AM
GAK day 44
The tulips are here.
Soldiering on is not going too well here atm. Nothing serious, just my real life interfering, but I don´t have pics for days 41, 42, and 43. So I guess I won´t be applying for a badge. I´ll try to keep up for the rest of the challenge because I´m having fun with it and don´t want to give up just yet.
I'm happy to look the other way over a few days. That and I look forward to your daily pic. Keep posting them please Ron.
Post by: zoidberg on March 16, 2022, 05:06:25 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/icPTICc.png)
Link to Gas Station MRE II challenge (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,89017.msg2326054.html#msg2326054)
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Post by: zoidberg on March 16, 2022, 05:07:13 AM
Best wishes for a quick recovery :salute:
Thanks, I'll pass that on.
Post by: zoidberg on March 16, 2022, 05:08:40 AM
That sucks. Hope she makes a fast and full recovery.
Indeed, thank you.
Post by: zoidberg on March 16, 2022, 05:11:22 AM
Only used the awl today to mark where to drill for putting up another shelf.
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 16, 2022, 05:45:37 AM
Post by: Echotech on March 16, 2022, 06:31:46 AM
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Post by: Santos on March 16, 2022, 07:00:19 AM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 16, 2022, 08:39:24 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/icPTICc.png)
Link to Gas Station MRE II challenge (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,89017.msg2326054.html#msg2326054)
i signed up,as i mentioned in the GSMRE thread,because the concept intrigues me,and i've always wanted to compile my own Ratpack from readily available items.
i may be away during the last week of April/beginning of May,so,my chow day pics may be postponed.
even if i don't complete the challenge,i will have learnt something.
"lets get this out onto a tray. nice!" :D
i've been following Seve,Nathan and Stickyfingaz on Youtube for a while :D
Post by: Myron on March 16, 2022, 01:15:33 PM
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Post by: an0nemus on March 16, 2022, 01:25:44 PM
Another package to be opened
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 16, 2022, 02:16:48 PM
Post by: Ron Who on March 16, 2022, 04:13:22 PM
Thanks for the support guys :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 16, 2022, 04:55:49 PM
Post by: Farmer X on March 16, 2022, 05:18:51 PM
Only used the awl today to mark where to drill for putting up another shelf.I'll have to try that. I wonder how the awl would do on plaster? :think:
Day 45
Marking the halfway point by putting the cap lifter on its half-stop.
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Post by: GearedForwards on March 16, 2022, 05:21:56 PM
I do wonder if any of you could swap for another soldier, like a GAK to a Pioneer, as if you had traded with another squaddie? :think:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 16, 2022, 06:03:02 PM
i save my empty deodorant cans
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the large flat driver pried off the cap
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and the awl punctured the can
Post by: comis on March 16, 2022, 06:05:42 PM
Day 42: Sometimes I have to look for uses lolI am a fan of their site, it got literally anything and everything hardware I could ever dream of.
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Post by: comis on March 16, 2022, 06:07:30 PM
Thank you comis. She is doing pretty good.:cheers:
Post by: comis on March 16, 2022, 06:09:42 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/YCzisEk.jpg)
Wenger SI has the great pleasure to liberate a new PC from the box, previous PC ran for 10+ years straight(never switched it off, surprise it's still running til this day) and it's time to upgrade.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 16, 2022, 06:41:13 PM
Day 45 (D+44)
Been in the office again today which meant an early start, but back at home again and time for a dark one whilst I do the crossword - we’re half way through, :woohoo: :cheers:
Post by: Nix on March 16, 2022, 07:46:09 PM
i may be away during the last week of April/beginning of May,so,my chow day pics may be postponed.
even if i don't complete the challenge,i will have learnt something.
:tu: No worries.
Post by: RF52 on March 16, 2022, 08:43:20 PM
Tried to fix a automatic light, but my multimeter can't read AC :facepalm:
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Post by: Appleandrew on March 16, 2022, 09:07:43 PM
more post……..
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 16, 2022, 10:13:26 PM
Possibly the worst angle I could've chosen for showing the 96 itself in use, but there it is, I promise...
(https://i.imgur.com/GMvEvHY.jpg)
Now would be a good time to reflect on the question of morale and fatigue a few days ago. I've struggled a bit, but it's not been through the challenge itself, work and other stuff has just been relentless and non-stop lately so I've barely had time to breathe. It just happens to have all come in the middle of a monster challenge... Still, I'm here, still going and I'm determined to see this through to the end. And I promise I won't try to cut my nails again. :rofl:
Anyway, here's to being on the downhill stretch of this challenge. :cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on March 16, 2022, 10:30:59 PM
Day 45
Package opened with the awlmighty... :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/Zu3EeeI.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 16, 2022, 11:45:27 PM
I do wonder if any of you could swap for another soldier, like a GAK to a Pioneer, as if you had traded with another squaddie? :think:
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Post by: Nix on March 16, 2022, 11:59:35 PM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 17, 2022, 02:54:41 AM
No uses. The SI, always faithfull, ready for duty, waiting for orders hanging in the boy's key rack.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220317/10df791b85996e8f5f3cb3718cade6a1.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 17, 2022, 03:02:06 AM
Halfway to the end.
The SI helped to prepare a meal.
The awl opened a package of pasta, a little pack of fried garlic, one of dried onion...
And the main blade cut some rugula.
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Post by: Nix on March 17, 2022, 03:08:41 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 17, 2022, 03:24:01 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 17, 2022, 03:59:09 AM
Post by: Echotech on March 17, 2022, 03:59:25 AM
08 on package opening duty, new pen
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Post by: Nix on March 17, 2022, 04:50:55 AM
Post by: Echotech on March 17, 2022, 04:54:19 AM
From a Kickstarter project about a year ago so took its time but was worth the wait, been using it since it arrived earlier and writes well and feels good in the hand. I prefer straight edged to completely round, there was the choice
:cheers:
Post by: Farmer X on March 17, 2022, 05:07:23 AM
Waiting for orders hanging in the boy's key rack.Your kids like VWs and SAKs, too, eh? :tu:
08 on package opening duty, new penLooks interesting. I'll have to check it out.
Post by: Echotech on March 17, 2022, 05:11:34 AM
Looks interesting. I'll have to check it out.
Thanks FX :tu:
Here’s a link
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wynlabs/wyn-pen-most-minimalist
Post by: zoidberg on March 17, 2022, 06:32:13 AM
I'll have to try that. I wonder how the awl would do on plaster? :think:
Would probably eat through it easily enough. Might be a little messy. Bit of painters tape could help some.
Post by: zoidberg on March 17, 2022, 06:38:29 AM
The other kid has tested positive now. Fun times. Rain finally stopped so the dog got a walk.
Post by: zoidberg on March 17, 2022, 06:40:43 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 17, 2022, 06:50:49 AM
Flying into Palmerston North on Friday, Mount Taranaki in the distance.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49668099792_d500ddff93_b.jpg)
Went and climbed it on Sunday, a couple friendly Canadians kept me company.
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Post by: RF52 on March 17, 2022, 06:54:40 AM
:tu:
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Wouldn't want to change my 08 anyway :like:
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Post by: RF52 on March 17, 2022, 06:55:56 AM
DAY 46:Hoping for a speedy recovery :tu:
The other kid has tested positive now. Fun times. Rain finally stopped so the dog got a walk.
Beautiful pic :like:
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Post by: an0nemus on March 17, 2022, 06:56:37 AM
Reporting for work after 2 years
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 17, 2022, 07:22:36 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 17, 2022, 11:26:13 AM
Back to the early morning shopping run and cutting some spuds out of the bag to put them in a better storage bag - easy work for the main blade! On the left you’ll see a magpie tail feather - left in the garden after a squabble between it and a crow - yup, Spring is in the air all right!
Post by: an0nemus on March 17, 2022, 11:41:37 AM
Opened up a water refill
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Post by: Santos on March 17, 2022, 11:59:54 AM
Post by: Appleandrew on March 17, 2022, 12:59:02 PM
Present to one’s self!!
Post by: comis on March 17, 2022, 01:32:36 PM
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Wenger SI served snack in the afternoon.
Post by: Nix on March 17, 2022, 01:48:42 PM
Time to bust out Grandma's chicken soup recipe!
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 17, 2022, 02:05:27 PM
DAY 46:That was my household in January :facepalm:. Here's hoping for a speedy recovery for everything Z :cheers:
The other kid has tested positive now. Fun times. Rain finally stopped so the dog got a walk.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 17, 2022, 02:07:50 PM
Post by: RF52 on March 17, 2022, 03:12:08 PM
Post by: RF52 on March 17, 2022, 03:13:51 PM
08 with the stuff that lives in my toolbox at work during the challenge :tu:
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Post by: Myron on March 17, 2022, 04:06:09 PM
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Post by: Nix on March 17, 2022, 04:54:55 PM
Post by: Ron Who on March 17, 2022, 05:05:34 PM
I used the awl to start a hole for a screw.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 17, 2022, 05:08:04 PM
Post by: Ron Who on March 17, 2022, 05:30:10 PM
Post by: RF52 on March 17, 2022, 05:33:55 PM
Bonus pic :cheers:
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Post by: Farmer X on March 17, 2022, 07:54:02 PM
The other kid has tested positive now. Fun times.Again, wishing the kids a fast and full recovery!
Spring is in the air all right!It
Same here! :woohoo:
Post by: McStitchy on March 17, 2022, 08:02:00 PM
Day 46
My way of a quick solution. I hope the missus is ok with it :pommel:
(https://i.imgur.com/YzBEp8E.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on March 17, 2022, 08:48:27 PM
My way of a quick solution. I hope the missus is ok with it :pommel:
Uhhhhhhh........ :dwts:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 17, 2022, 09:02:19 PM
Ordered tea in tonight. Got to keep the troops' morale up somehow. :D
(https://i.imgur.com/jD5DCBt.jpg)
And soz, there's nothing left. :pok:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 17, 2022, 09:04:53 PM
Post by: fyrstormer on March 17, 2022, 09:37:09 PM
D+45"Any pizza can be a personal pizza if you try hard and believe in yourself. :P" - Mitch Hedberg, RIP
Ordered tea in tonight. Got to keep the troops' morale up somehow. :D
(https://i.imgur.com/jD5DCBt.jpg)
And soz, there's nothing left. :pok:
Post by: Nix on March 17, 2022, 11:00:49 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/Fi6P06I.png)
First sign of daffodils.....some brave plants.....
Post by: McStitchy on March 18, 2022, 12:03:20 AM
Oooops, yesterday's photo got mislabeled. Today is the real D+45.... :facepalm:
(https://i.imgur.com/Fi6P06I.png)
First sign of daffodils.....some brave plants.....
:like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 18, 2022, 01:17:01 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 18, 2022, 03:23:21 AM
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Post by: Nix on March 18, 2022, 03:24:23 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 18, 2022, 03:27:56 AM
Pocket buddies. Happy St Patty's day!Same to you. Nice lanyard on the Sipdey, too. I (wisely?) decided against changing the Pioneer's lanyard today.
Day 46
I opened a bag of cat food, but wasn't able to get a photo. So today's photo is the Pioneer posing with a friend, trying out a new background.
Post by: Echotech on March 18, 2022, 03:58:19 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 18, 2022, 05:43:49 AM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 18, 2022, 06:39:11 AM
went MIA yesterday,went dark due to an unscheduled aquatic mission.
some down time now with some custom confection
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Post by: RF52 on March 18, 2022, 06:42:32 AM
Opened a snack for the little one :tu:
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Post by: zoidberg on March 18, 2022, 07:04:09 AM
Post by: Echotech on March 18, 2022, 07:19:08 AM
Day 45Man they look delicious :drool:
went MIA yesterday,went dark due to an unscheduled aquatic mission.
some down time now with some custom confection
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Post by: comis on March 18, 2022, 11:20:54 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/STa17ph.jpg)
Wenger SI attempted to repair the sound system on a rocket(don't ask me why it's located near the booster part), but failed. Outcome the Wiha for the rescue, little guy was pleased with the outcome of the joint mission.
Post by: Santos on March 18, 2022, 12:34:05 PM
Put in a little soldier time.
Have a vintage kirby lawnmower wind up starter and fuel tank. been intending to make a 2 stroke frakengenerator with it for a decade.
Today i cut a plastic holder underneath so i can bolt all the crucial components together for moving it out of mums garage.
Cut plastic with blade, pocked holes with awl, screwed Philips head bolts with opener layer :tu:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 18, 2022, 01:38:33 PM
Man they look delicious :drool:
they certainly were :D
Post by: Nix on March 18, 2022, 01:59:31 PM
Day 45
went MIA yesterday,went dark due to an unscheduled aquatic mission.
some down time now with some custom confection
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51945729405_ea0aab1704.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n9grAe)20220318_073406 (https://flic.kr/p/2n9grAe) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Sweet!
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 18, 2022, 02:19:55 PM
Sweet!
:iagree: They look yummy!
D47
Put in a little soldier time.
Have a vintage kirby lawnmower wind up starter and fuel tank. been intending to make a 2 stroke frakengenerator with it for a decade.
Today i cut a plastic holder underneath so i can bolt all the crucial components together for moving it out of mums garage.
Cut plastic with blade, pocked holes with awl, screwed Philips head bolts with opener layer :tu:
That looks like serious work! :hatsoff:
Day 47 (D+46)
Back with sorting post for recycling! :facepalm:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 18, 2022, 04:53:05 PM
Opening supplies...
(https://i.imgur.com/sewL8KL.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/0aarGAI.jpg)
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Post by: Ron Who on March 18, 2022, 05:08:12 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 18, 2022, 05:54:58 PM
The SI bottle opener went to action to relieve the vacuum to free some olives, open a bottle of beer and the main blade to open a package of pasta.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 18, 2022, 05:56:55 PM
New lanyard for the SI. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220318/e7b4eddb3ea35a81f045a750ef0e17ba.jpg)
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Post by: Farmer X on March 18, 2022, 06:24:10 PM
Back with sorting post for recycling!Lots of my mail takes a direct flight to the paper shredder, too.
New lanyard for the SI.Looks excellent! :like:
Post by: Nix on March 18, 2022, 06:29:29 PM
GAK day 47
Looks tasty! :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on March 18, 2022, 06:38:14 PM
Looks tasty! :tu:
Dutch ´Hamburger Special´. It´s got mayonnaise.
Show content
Bottom layer: lettuce, cucumber, tomatoe.
Second layer: fried egg.
Third layer: hamburger.
Toppings: mayonnaise, curry ketchup, onions.
:drool:
Second layer: fried egg.
Third layer: hamburger.
Toppings: mayonnaise, curry ketchup, onions.
:drool:
Post by: McStitchy on March 18, 2022, 07:08:13 PM
Day 47
Opened a pack of rolls for breakfast today...
(https://i.imgur.com/v4t5L2C.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 18, 2022, 08:00:08 PM
D-47
New lanyard for the SI. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220318/e7b4eddb3ea35a81f045a750ef0e17ba.jpg)
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Post by: Appleandrew on March 18, 2022, 08:25:51 PM
Bread buttering. I admit I left the bread in the oven for a bit too long but it gave me a couple of banana sandwiches…..
Post by: Nix on March 18, 2022, 09:15:09 PM
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Post by: Nix on March 18, 2022, 11:39:08 PM
Post by: Myron on March 18, 2022, 11:42:31 PM
Post by: Nix on March 19, 2022, 12:17:33 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 19, 2022, 02:02:45 AM
To hell with the pull tab!
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Post by: Echotech on March 19, 2022, 02:07:19 AM
Post by: Nix on March 19, 2022, 02:42:14 AM
Post by: an0nemus on March 19, 2022, 02:57:48 AM
Visiting a clinic
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Post by: Farmer X on March 19, 2022, 03:18:03 AM
Visiting a clinicHopefully nothing serious!
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 19, 2022, 04:30:07 AM
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Post by: Echotech on March 19, 2022, 05:14:25 AM
:drink: :cheers:
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 19, 2022, 05:34:59 AM
D-47
New lanyard for the SI. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220318/e7b4eddb3ea35a81f045a750ef0e17ba.jpg)
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i dig it.very cool :tu:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 19, 2022, 05:37:26 AM
downtime
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 19, 2022, 07:43:13 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 19, 2022, 10:23:07 AM
Post by: Ron Who on March 19, 2022, 11:06:33 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 19, 2022, 11:31:39 AM
Day 48 (D+47)
Yesterday more junk mail to prepare for recycling! What an exciting life I lead! :rofl: Still, Milano-San Remo on the box, so Spring is here!
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 19, 2022, 11:33:45 AM
Post by: Santos on March 19, 2022, 01:12:00 PM
Manliest of dinners because I look like a leopard after attending friends' Bucks party Paintball. :pommel:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 19, 2022, 02:04:33 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 19, 2022, 02:06:41 PM
Post by: RF52 on March 19, 2022, 02:40:51 PM
Pryed out a couple of staples from a playground we went to this morning :tu:
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Post by: an0nemus on March 19, 2022, 02:52:29 PM
Went to a shopping trip
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Post by: Nix on March 19, 2022, 03:54:28 PM
Manliest of dinners because I look like a leopard after attending friends' Bucks party Paintball. :pommel:
:rofl:
Post by: comis on March 19, 2022, 05:41:29 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/LqBe4R3.jpg)
Wenger SI helped liberate new ink for the printer.
Post by: Nix on March 19, 2022, 06:08:20 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on March 19, 2022, 07:38:06 PM
Spent the day in sunny Weymouth on the coast. Back home and drained. No real SAK action today… yet
Post by: Nix on March 19, 2022, 08:30:59 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/sImzn08.jpg)
Post by: RF52 on March 19, 2022, 09:13:34 PM
Bonus pic! Took the dog out for a cuppa :tu:
Even managed to light it with a LightMyFire ferrorod :woohoo:
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Post by: Myron on March 19, 2022, 09:32:01 PM
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 19, 2022, 09:44:44 PM
GAK day 47
:drool:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 19, 2022, 09:51:09 PM
Spent the day at the football, hungover to hell after yesterday and came home with an attempted hangover buster...
(https://i.imgur.com/TkkYuAk.jpg)
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 19, 2022, 09:51:47 PM
"baby tuna" lume
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Post by: Myron on March 19, 2022, 10:19:35 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on March 19, 2022, 10:35:40 PM
Day 48
No special usage today :salute:
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Post by: Nix on March 19, 2022, 10:53:28 PM
Day 48:
Bonus pic! Took the dog out for a cuppa :tu:
Even managed to light it with a LightMyFire ferrorod :woohoo:
:like: :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 19, 2022, 10:54:12 PM
No special usage today :salute:
Love that lock. Did it come off the U-Boat oatmeal storage locker? :think:
Post by: Farmer X on March 19, 2022, 11:03:57 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 19, 2022, 11:27:59 PM
Love that lock. Did it come off the U-Boat oatmeal storage locker? :think:
(https://i.imgur.com/MmEZSSN.gif)
Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 12:19:46 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 20, 2022, 01:46:42 AM
Back on package opening duty. No action shots, but I'm really looking forward to enjoying the contents.
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Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 03:12:05 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 20, 2022, 03:51:35 AM
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Post by: Echotech on March 20, 2022, 05:02:09 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 20, 2022, 06:53:43 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 20, 2022, 08:18:43 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 20, 2022, 10:53:44 AM
Day 49 (D+48)
This morning’s ride (the first for a while due to rain) seemed like hard work! I’d swear it was a headwind for the whole circuit…. :facepalm: Anyhow, used the awl to cut open the stitching on another sack of sunflower hearts for the birds’ breakfast - we had a Brambling or 2 hiding amongst the Chaffinches over week, and a Kestrel- both firsts for the garden!
Post by: Santos on March 20, 2022, 10:58:25 AM
Awl done.
Post by: comis on March 20, 2022, 11:14:39 AM
Day 48:Looks like a fantastic outing! :tu:
Bonus pic! Took the dog out for a cuppa :tu:
Even managed to light it with a LightMyFire ferrorod :woohoo:
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D+47Looks like the right cure! :D
Spent the day at the football, hungover to hell after yesterday and came home with an attempted hangover buster...
(https://i.imgur.com/TkkYuAk.jpg)
Day 49
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D-49Wait, RP, you still there? If you howler super loud, maybe Echotech could hear you? :D :pok:
Post by: McStitchy on March 20, 2022, 11:16:57 AM
Day 48:
Bonus pic! Took the dog out for a cuppa :tu:
Even managed to light it with a LightMyFire ferrorod :woohoo:
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Nice ! :like:
Post by: comis on March 20, 2022, 11:17:48 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/Jy39BMw.jpg)
Love all things Makita, if I have a baby girl, I might even name her that...Oh, Hi, Honey, never mind what I said. :facepalm: :D
Post by: McStitchy on March 20, 2022, 11:21:11 AM
:rofl:
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 20, 2022, 11:49:11 AM
Wait, RP, you still there? If you howler super loud, maybe Echotech could hear you? :D :pok::like:
Post by: RF52 on March 20, 2022, 12:16:19 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 20, 2022, 01:50:53 PM
Post by: Myron on March 20, 2022, 03:14:09 PM
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Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 03:43:43 PM
No scissors.... ***sigh*** :-\
Post by: Ron Who on March 20, 2022, 03:54:41 PM
Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 05:05:00 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on March 20, 2022, 05:23:04 PM
Beer o clock.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 20, 2022, 05:53:32 PM
Love the lume!
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thanks.
yeah,Seiko lume pops!
Day 48
some fruit after supper
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Post by: SubMY on March 20, 2022, 06:19:24 PM
Here's this week. We're short a man, so I didn't get a chance to upload them.
D+42 - D+48
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Based on these pictures the most important duties this little knife had this week was opening packages and fixing a rubix cube :salute:
Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 07:00:22 PM
Which Christmas is that Santa from? :think:
Post by: RF52 on March 20, 2022, 07:05:55 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on March 20, 2022, 07:08:48 PM
Lovely! :like:
:iagree: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 20, 2022, 07:29:22 PM
Day 49
I like to remove the wrapping completely on a whisky bottle...
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Post by: RF52 on March 20, 2022, 07:30:39 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on March 20, 2022, 07:34:18 PM
I can see the cork? There's no coloured aluminum foil touching the glass? Drops don't run behind it?
Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 07:45:21 PM
I like to remove the wrapping completely on a whisky bottle...
I once had a cat that liked to chew the buttons off clothing. Not sure why, but it clearly believed buttons should not be a part of any garment. It was a sort of compulsion.
And good reminder to hang up one's clothing. :rofl:
Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 07:46:15 PM
Day 49:
oooooh..... Ardbeg is my favorite whisky. Great stuff. Too expensive over here! :drool:
Post by: McStitchy on March 20, 2022, 08:05:04 PM
I once had a cat that liked to chew the buttons off clothing. Not sure why, but it clearly believed buttons should not be a part of any garment. It was a sort of compulsion.
And good reminder to hang up one's clothing. :rofl:
(https://i.imgur.com/oes2Lc3.gif)
Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 08:12:55 PM
Post by: RF52 on March 20, 2022, 08:34:51 PM
I never thought about it, hmmm :think:So, reasons :tu:
I can see the cork? There's no coloured aluminum foil touching the glass? Drops don't run behind it?
Or maybe it is a bit of OCD? :think: :pok:
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Post by: RF52 on March 20, 2022, 08:36:37 PM
It's not to terribly priced here, and awesomely peaty :like: :drool:
oooooh..... Ardbeg is my favorite whisky. Great stuff. Too expensive over here! :drool:
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Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 10:12:22 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/WiklSad.jpg)
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 20, 2022, 10:24:46 PM
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Saving fingernails, then out for a walk.
Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 10:52:07 PM
Saving fingernails, then out for a walk.
A use I value highly. :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 20, 2022, 10:56:26 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 20, 2022, 10:56:40 PM
Post by: Farmer X on March 21, 2022, 01:10:41 AM
Life without SAK scissors grinds on.I've been doing awl right without scissors. Though you've reminded me that it may be time for another Cuban sandwich...
Beer o clock.What is that snack mix? It looks good!
I once had a cat that liked to chew the buttons off clothing.Tommy is possibly starting to get into that habit. And of course, I have to secure my paracord lest that Sophie will get ahold of it.
Day 49
Took the Pioneer out and about, then opened a bag of pine pellets
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Post by: Myron on March 21, 2022, 01:27:34 AM
Day 49:
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We love this scotch! We call it Ardbeg The Strange at my house. :)
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 21, 2022, 01:32:21 AM
Post by: Echotech on March 21, 2022, 02:11:56 AM
Wait, RP, you still there? If you howler super loud, maybe Echotech could hear you? :D :pok:
:rofl: :facepalm:
Post by: an0nemus on March 21, 2022, 03:02:23 AM
Just chilling
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 21, 2022, 03:21:49 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 21, 2022, 03:23:14 AM
Post by: Echotech on March 21, 2022, 04:03:21 AM
Picked this XE6 up for a fairly reasonable price, it’s in good condition and the seller was a top bloke to deal with so quite happy…now just need a KF4 and a Pro to complete the set :like:
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Post by: Nix on March 21, 2022, 04:09:07 AM
Post by: RF52 on March 21, 2022, 05:55:29 AM
We love this scotch! We call it Ardbeg The Strange at my house. :):cheers:
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Post by: Echotech on March 21, 2022, 06:16:34 AM
Nice find! I'm a big fan of the Juice series.Thanks Nix, me too. The CS4 is my fave
Post by: SubMY on March 21, 2022, 07:35:17 AM
Which Christmas is that Santa from? :think:
:rofl:
I joked with my wife that the mail here is reeeeaaally slow.
Post by: RF52 on March 21, 2022, 07:50:03 AM
Ready for another monday :tu:
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Post by: zoidberg on March 21, 2022, 08:07:32 AM
Day 46
(https://i.imgur.com/Jy39BMw.jpg)
Love all things Makita, if I have a baby girl, I might even name her that...Oh, Hi, Honey, never mind what I said. :facepalm: :D
:rofl:
Post by: zoidberg on March 21, 2022, 08:10:18 AM
Based on these pictures the most important duties this little knife had this week was opening packages and fixing a rubix cube :salute:
Cubing is important! :tu: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on March 21, 2022, 08:13:37 AM
Cadet now minus the key ring thing.
Post by: zoidberg on March 21, 2022, 08:22:05 AM
Used the knife again after this pic to remove the head and tail.
Have to say it was a very tasty dinner.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 21, 2022, 09:36:25 AM
Day 50 (D+49)
Back to the sorting of the junk mail…. Hadn’t realised how much I get until this challenge!
Post by: Santos on March 21, 2022, 11:16:46 AM
Made Jelly last night with mixed berries So this morning, breakfast of bachelors =D
:salute: Zoidberg :salute:
Post by: comis on March 21, 2022, 01:21:13 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/Q8PHIJd.jpg)
Wenger SI opened a new pack of seeds for munching...
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 21, 2022, 01:55:06 PM
Post by: Nix on March 21, 2022, 02:21:32 PM
Caught and gutted last night while walking the dog.
Used the knife again after this pic to remove the head and tail.
Have to say it was a very tasty dinner.
:like:
Post by: Farmer X on March 21, 2022, 02:24:14 PM
Picked this XE6 up for a fairly reasonable price…now just need a KF4 and a Pro to complete the set.Nice score! I have a Pro, and I like it quite a bit.
Have to say it was a very tasty dinner.Looks like it could easily feed the whole family, too! :like:
Post by: Ron Who on March 21, 2022, 05:23:43 PM
Post by: Myron on March 21, 2022, 05:47:08 PM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 21, 2022, 05:50:33 PM
practicing bushcraft survival skills,in this case feathersticks.
i suck at it. i've been using this piece of pine for a few months,and tried a few different knives.
a convex bevel/edge worked the best.
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 21, 2022, 08:29:52 PM
Opening the post, and then posing with the contents inside. :salute:
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Post by: Nix on March 21, 2022, 08:38:13 PM
Day 50. Lunch at work today was our annual chili cook off, so no SAK needed.
:ahhh
Hope you represented MTo well! You know we love our chili! :ahhh
Post by: Nix on March 21, 2022, 08:39:47 PM
Day 49
practicing bushcraft survival skills,in this case feathersticks.
i suck at it. i've been using this piece of pine for a few months,and tried a few different knives.
a convex bevel/edge worked the best.
The pine here, growing in the wind, twists. It is miserable stuff for making feather sticks. :dunno:
Post by: Nix on March 21, 2022, 08:40:24 PM
D+49
Opening the post, and then posing with the contents inside. :salute:
Lovely pin! :salute:
Post by: Echotech on March 21, 2022, 08:43:28 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 21, 2022, 08:44:19 PM
Caught and gutted last night while walking the dog.
Used the knife again after this pic to remove the head and tail.
Have to say it was a very tasty dinner.
:like:
Post by: Nix on March 21, 2022, 08:45:08 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/DA3Etho.jpg)
Nice hike, and I was pleasantly surprised to be hit with a snow squall at the top. However, there was far less snow up in the hills than there should be at this time of year. Hopefully we get a good snow fall or two this Spring. :dunno:
No uses for the Soldier, but it was a fine companion tool to have in the pocket. I'm impressed by the way I stop noticing the 111's in my pocket after a while. The 2008 Soldier is no exception.
(https://i.imgur.com/OzqUJVY.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on March 21, 2022, 08:47:04 PM
Day 48: Replacing a cover in the house.
:2tu: ...you should get an extra badge for using the 108mm combo thingy :D
Post by: Nix on March 21, 2022, 08:47:45 PM
:2tu: ...you should get an extra badge for using the 108mm combo thingy :D
Along with better health insurance..... :dwts:
Post by: McStitchy on March 21, 2022, 08:48:25 PM
GAK day 50
:dd:
Post by: McStitchy on March 21, 2022, 08:53:45 PM
Cool and windy today, but still seemed like a good day for a bit of a hike up a local hill.
(https://i.imgur.com/DA3Etho.jpg)
Nice hike, and I was pleasantly surprised to be hit with a snow squall at the top. However, there was far less snow up in the hills than there should be at this time of year. Hopefully we get a good snow fall or two this Spring. :dunno:
No uses for the Soldier, but it was a fine companion tool to have in the pocket. I'm impressed by the way I stop noticing the 111's in my pocket after a while. The 2008 Soldier is no exception.
(https://i.imgur.com/OzqUJVY.jpg)
Beautiful landscape Sir :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 21, 2022, 08:56:22 PM
Day 50
The Soldier helped with an apple today...
(https://i.imgur.com/OpnV1XT.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 21, 2022, 09:13:15 PM
(I like apples...what can I say? :D )
Post by: zoidberg on March 21, 2022, 09:17:11 PM
Been feeling worst and worst over the last seven days.
The day eight test is a positive.
Not fun times.
Post by: RF52 on March 21, 2022, 10:13:00 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on March 21, 2022, 10:18:29 PM
DAY 51:
Been feeling worst and worst over the last seven days.
The day eight test is a positive.
Not fun times.
Best wishes for a quick recovery :salute:
Post by: an0nemus on March 21, 2022, 10:54:59 PM
Package opening duty
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Post by: Farmer X on March 21, 2022, 11:47:36 PM
Practicing bushcraft survival skills,in this case feathersticks.Keep at it. You'll get better! :cheers:
Opening the post, and then posing with the contents inside.:like: And hope awl of our friends in Ukraine are holding up okay.
Still seemed like a good day for a bit of a hike up a local hill.:like: I need to get my butt outdoors before too long.
The day eight test is a positive.More wishes for a speedy recovery!
Not fun times.
Day 50
Had to get some packages ready to mail (one is going to a member of this fine forum). No action shots, but I did pick up a few large flat rate boxes...just in case one buyer purchases multiple items from what will likely be this year's last round of eBay selling.
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Post by: McStitchy on March 22, 2022, 12:40:50 AM
Nice use! :like:
(I like apples...what can I say? :D )
:hatsoff:
Post by: Echotech on March 22, 2022, 01:17:36 AM
Cool and windy today, but still seemed like a good day for a bit of a hike up a local hill.Great pics Nix :like:
(https://i.imgur.com/DA3Etho.jpg)
Nice hike, and I was pleasantly surprised to be hit with a snow squall at the top. However, there was far less snow up in the hills than there should be at this time of year. Hopefully we get a good snow fall or two this Spring. :dunno:
No uses for the Soldier, but it was a fine companion tool to have in the pocket. I'm impressed by the way I stop noticing the 111's in my pocket after a while. The 2008 Soldier is no exception.
(https://i.imgur.com/OzqUJVY.jpg)
Post by: Echotech on March 22, 2022, 01:18:28 AM
DAY 51::ahhh very nasty, hope you recover soon
Been feeling worst and worst over the last seven days.
The day eight test is a positive.
Not fun times.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 22, 2022, 02:28:35 AM
:2tu: ...you should get an extra badge for using the 108mm combo thingy :DIt's definitely a unique tool Stitch :D
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 22, 2022, 02:35:27 AM
DAY 51:Sorry about that zoidberg. Get well soon.
Been feeling worst and worst over the last seven days.
The day eight test is a positive.
Not fun times.
Your son is better?
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 22, 2022, 02:37:59 AM
Can opennig pratice. Much better this time.
Thanks for the tips guys. The rim looks much better.
(I took the pic after I removed most of the corn of the can. Sorry)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220322/4c827d9f3dd9b04aee1243148a0c2cb7.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 22, 2022, 02:41:49 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 22, 2022, 02:45:33 AM
Opennig beer duty.
Enjoying a beer with my brother.
My brother lives two kilometers from my home. It's nice, because I have my best friend and my beer partner always around.
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Post by: Nix on March 22, 2022, 04:03:54 AM
Been feeling worst and worst over the last seven days.
The day eight test is a positive.
Not fun times.
Ahhhh...really sorry. Hope you recover quickly.
How are the young 'uns? :think:
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 22, 2022, 04:38:22 AM
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Post by: Echotech on March 22, 2022, 04:42:07 AM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 22, 2022, 05:21:57 AM
The pine here, growing in the wind, twists. It is miserable stuff for making feather sticks. :dunno:i'm using a piece of roofing timber which was exposed to the elements for some months.
i think that this is an acquired skill :D
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 22, 2022, 08:26:25 AM
Day 51 (D+50)
Early start on the computer, and both sets of batteries have run flat - they’re back in synch! Easy job for the screwdriver which works really well with the battery covers, much better than using a coin - the length of the handle helps keep the covers square and avoid cross threading/false starts in my experience - always seems so fiddly when using a coin, but that’s probably my lack of dexterity! :facepalm:
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 22, 2022, 08:42:48 AM
Post by: Zephon on March 22, 2022, 09:02:56 AM
DAY 51:
Been feeling worst and worst over the last seven days.
The day eight test is a positive.
Not fun times.
Hope you have a quick recovery! We know how that feels….
Post by: an0nemus on March 22, 2022, 11:12:50 AM
Early morning scenery at a local mall
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 22, 2022, 11:40:44 AM
Post by: RF52 on March 22, 2022, 11:59:18 AM
Removed some plastic ties on new clothes for my daughter :tu:
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Post by: Appleandrew on March 22, 2022, 12:25:25 PM
Belated day 50….
Post by: comis on March 22, 2022, 12:51:42 PM
Day 49I do feather stick often with different knives just for fun, and my feeling is almost most knives could feather stick to some degree, but the major difference is all in the control and how easily it could be done. Personal favorite is still Mora scandi grind, many may think it is too thick behind the edge and it's a one trick pony, but that pony does do the trick right. :D
practicing bushcraft survival skills,in this case feathersticks.
i suck at it. i've been using this piece of pine for a few months,and tried a few different knives.
a convex bevel/edge worked the best.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51952512468_03257801fb.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2n9ScXA)20220321_180658 (https://flic.kr/p/2n9ScXA) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
D+49Nice! :tu:
Opening the post, and then posing with the contents inside. :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/rWFav4h.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/L2MHi2a.jpg)
:D
:ahhh
Hope you represented MTo well! You know we love our chili! :ahhh
Post by: comis on March 22, 2022, 12:55:31 PM
Cool and windy today, but still seemed like a good day for a bit of a hike up a local hill.Wow, that view! :dd:
(https://i.imgur.com/DA3Etho.jpg)
Nice hike, and I was pleasantly surprised to be hit with a snow squall at the top. However, there was far less snow up in the hills than there should be at this time of year. Hopefully we get a good snow fall or two this Spring. :dunno:
No uses for the Soldier, but it was a fine companion tool to have in the pocket. I'm impressed by the way I stop noticing the 111's in my pocket after a while. The 2008 Soldier is no exception.
(https://i.imgur.com/OzqUJVY.jpg)
DAY 51:Please do take care! I know the new variant maybe different, but if you have an oximeter handy, do get a reading regularly just to be safe.
Been feeling worst and worst over the last seven days.
The day eight test is a positive.
Not fun times.
Post by: comis on March 22, 2022, 12:57:16 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/vzM5fdb.jpg)
SI liberated a step drill bit from package today.
Post by: Nix on March 22, 2022, 02:08:31 PM
SI liberated a step drill bit from package today.
nice cutter! :tu:
Post by: Farmer X on March 22, 2022, 04:34:38 PM
I've been looking for a can to open but no luck yet...Take one with a pull tab and open it from the bottom.
More great photos and uses, y'awl.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 22, 2022, 05:06:34 PM
i pried open the paint can i use to store 9mm shells
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Post by: Nix on March 22, 2022, 05:13:34 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/iuQIFy5.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 22, 2022, 05:14:32 PM
Day 50
i pried open the paint can i use to store 9mm shells
Do you handload? :think:
Post by: Ron Who on March 22, 2022, 05:17:46 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 22, 2022, 05:34:56 PM
Do you handload? :think:
yes sir.
9mm now,and 308 when i get the license [long process].
i help my dad load 270 Win,but that's still in progress.
a buddy left his Lee shotshell loader with me,so that's a future project as well
Post by: Appleandrew on March 22, 2022, 07:13:57 PM
First play with the air rifle this year…
And a strategically placed SAK to disguise the ‘pellets of shame’.
Post by: Myron on March 22, 2022, 07:34:50 PM
I will report when the PMBB returns to base!
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Post by: Nix on March 22, 2022, 07:41:58 PM
Post by: Nix on March 22, 2022, 07:43:48 PM
yes sir.
9mm now,and 308 when i get the license [long process].
i help my dad load 270 Win,but that's still in progress.
a buddy left his Lee shotshell loader with me,so that's a future project as well
I haven't handloaded 9mm. I have loaded .38 Super, and I think I can use the same dies.....
Post by: zoidberg on March 22, 2022, 08:48:39 PM
Hope you'll recover quickly without falling to ill zoidberg.
Best wishes for a quick recovery :salute:
More wishes for a speedy recovery!
:ahhh very nasty, hope you recover soon
Thank you. :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on March 22, 2022, 08:52:37 PM
Sorry about that zoidberg. Get well soon.
Your son is better?
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Thank you. :cheers:
Yes my younger daughter is back at school today, the older daughter is still coughing and has a couple more days of isolation to go.
Post by: zoidberg on March 22, 2022, 08:55:40 PM
Ahhhh...really sorry. Hope you recover quickly.
How are the young 'uns? :think:
Thank you. :cheers:
One is good to go and the other is well on the mend.
Post by: zoidberg on March 22, 2022, 08:59:00 PM
Zoidberg, I hope you and yours have a speedy recovery.
Hope you have a quick recovery! We know how that feels….
Thank you. :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on March 22, 2022, 09:10:14 PM
Please do take care! I know the new variant maybe different, but if you have an oximeter handy, do get a reading regularly just to be safe.
Thank you. :cheers:
Unfortunately I do not have an oximeter. Hoping I won't need one as things are pretty tight atm.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 22, 2022, 09:44:45 PM
Sorting dinner..
(https://i.imgur.com/CzX8hpp.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on March 22, 2022, 10:14:16 PM
Day 49: Playing with the saw :ahhh
(https://i.imgur.com/VXJMGxV.gif)
Post by: Nix on March 22, 2022, 10:29:28 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 22, 2022, 10:36:13 PM
Testing ration items for the Chow's On! challenge (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,89017.0.html)....this Cliff Bar from 2018 passed the inspector general's test. Which goes to explain quite a lot...... :rofl:
(https://i.imgur.com/iuQIFy5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/UVIvEdF.gif)
Post by: Nix on March 22, 2022, 10:38:36 PM
Clean cut through the hose. Very satisfying.
(https://i.imgur.com/H5bjfqO.jpg)
Replacement coupler installed and hose clamp tightened:
(https://i.imgur.com/cxRuNSx.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 22, 2022, 10:39:28 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/UVIvEdF.gif)
Seven hours later and I'm doing OK..... :dunno:
Post by: McStitchy on March 22, 2022, 10:39:53 PM
Day 51
Package opening today...
(https://i.imgur.com/2IRJ68R.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on March 22, 2022, 10:41:08 PM
It is Spring and I've started getting out in the yard, finding things that need to be done. Hose repair today.
Clean cut through the hose. Very satisfying.
(https://i.imgur.com/H5bjfqO.jpg)
Replacement coupler installed and hose clamp tightened:
(https://i.imgur.com/cxRuNSx.jpg)
Nice :like:
Post by: Nix on March 22, 2022, 10:41:50 PM
Package opening today...
Awl-ways a good use. :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 22, 2022, 10:48:34 PM
Seven hours later and I'm doing OK..... :dunno:
:popcorn:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 22, 2022, 11:06:18 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/VXJMGxV.gif)
Post by: McStitchy on March 22, 2022, 11:16:52 PM
Post by: an0nemus on March 22, 2022, 11:38:01 PM
While inside a taxi through heavy traffic
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 23, 2022, 02:21:54 AM
Belated post.
The SI hanging in the fridge with some magnets. (The lanyard's monkey fist is with two strong magnets inside. ) No notable uses.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220323/7adc2b3ef4aa62aff96bb5fad7d6a339.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 23, 2022, 02:30:36 AM
Aha! Well, as you're smiling I assume it wasn't too bad fortunately :P4 stitches...my son was about to pass out. I weathered the trip my friend! I learned a new respect for that saw.
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 23, 2022, 02:33:50 AM
A coffee after work. A kickstart in my brain was needed before some tasks for my wife...(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220323/e7632fdf8e4c8403932050adef2389bd.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on March 23, 2022, 02:39:11 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 23, 2022, 03:19:38 AM
Opened a sack of cat food. Sophie tried to "help" (her idea of help was playing with the lanyard), but I wasn't able to get a shot of that.
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Post by: Echotech on March 23, 2022, 03:42:56 AM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 23, 2022, 05:19:50 AM
I haven't handloaded 9mm. I have loaded .38 Super, and I think I can use the same dies.....if i don't load,shooting becomes very expenive.
i think that the 38 Super sizing die may be long,but the other dies should work.
what gun/s were you shooting?
a few years ago,the guys in our club went to "9mm major" since 38 Super brass was scarce,those were all "open guns".
Post by: El Corkscrew on March 23, 2022, 06:33:55 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 23, 2022, 07:15:29 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 23, 2022, 07:16:26 AM
Post by: an0nemus on March 23, 2022, 07:25:53 AM
Back for more tests
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Post by: McStitchy on March 23, 2022, 08:36:25 AM
4 stitches...my son was about to pass out. I weathered the trip my friend! I learned a new respect for that saw.
:dwts: ...it's a very effective tool !
Post by: McStitchy on March 23, 2022, 08:38:54 AM
Some old NIB Wenger Soldiers I've scored
Awesome :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 23, 2022, 08:39:35 AM
DAY 52:
:popcorn:
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 23, 2022, 09:44:26 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 23, 2022, 11:52:33 AM
Those are nice El. :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 23, 2022, 11:54:16 AM
Post by: Appleandrew on March 23, 2022, 12:18:23 PM
No real SAK activity yet today. Hope to be cracking open some beers later!
Post by: comis on March 23, 2022, 01:52:44 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/YlsuGx2.jpg)
Wenger opened a packet of Japanese mocha milk tea, in preperation for GSMRE. Love packet drinks, and I am sure Hevy can relate. :D
Post by: Myron on March 23, 2022, 03:47:02 PM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 23, 2022, 04:37:18 PM
Some old NIB Wenger Soldiers I've scored
these are nice :tu:
Day 51
i had a few more shells to add to the can
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51956094874_cdc187a4b9.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nabyTd)20220323_075349 (https://flic.kr/p/2nabyTd) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51956385375_5dddd66f38.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nad4eR)20220323_075509 (https://flic.kr/p/2nad4eR) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
and sliced masking tape
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51956783894_8f345b0660.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2naf6GS)20220323_101334 (https://flic.kr/p/2naf6GS) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Ron Who on March 23, 2022, 05:41:55 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 23, 2022, 07:06:50 PM
Day 52
Removed tags of some new towels.
I'm not missing any scissors yet :dunno:
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Post by: zoidberg on March 23, 2022, 07:42:03 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 23, 2022, 08:39:36 PM
DAY 53:
Ginger and whiskey could be added too :tu:
Post by: RF52 on March 23, 2022, 08:58:25 PM
Sliced some veggies :tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 23, 2022, 09:16:05 PM
Day 52 (D+51)
Another day in the office, so time for a drink!
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 23, 2022, 09:39:32 PM
Breaking up a box.
(https://i.imgur.com/5YuogDx.jpg)
Post by: zoidberg on March 23, 2022, 09:43:59 PM
Ginger and whiskey could be added too :tu:
I'm out of whiskey atm. Only have a little коньяк (cognac) left.
Post by: McStitchy on March 23, 2022, 09:53:56 PM
Post by: Nix on March 23, 2022, 10:42:06 PM
Some old NIB Wenger Soldiers I've scored
:ahhh
Post by: Nix on March 23, 2022, 10:49:45 PM
Didn't hurt that on the way home we stopped at small café for pie. A day with pie is a good day. (Mrs Nix went for the Mixed Berry-Rhubarb, I got the Buttermilk-Walnut. Both were solid choices. ;) )
(https://i.imgur.com/1Z7k2U2.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 24, 2022, 12:05:52 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 24, 2022, 12:53:29 AM
if i don't load,shooting becomes very expenive.Tell me about it! Ammo prices have gone berserk in the States.
Some old NIB Wenger Soldiers I've scoredExcellent scores! :like:
Another day in the office, so time for a drink!I like a good ale, but my real favorites are stouts and porters.
...part of a historic Montana ranch.I would love to visit Montana someday!
Day 52
The Pioneer helped get dinner ready. I awlso used it to cut off a slice of string cheese for Beijing, but she wouldn't sit still for a photo.
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Post by: Nix on March 24, 2022, 01:16:18 AM
I would love to visit Montana someday!
As long as you don't mind scorching heat, freezing winds, droughts, dust, wildfires, bad food, and worse company, it's a fun place to visit. Dogs seem to enjoy it...unless they get eaten by lions. Which happens more than you might suppose. Some strange people have been known to escape, only to return years later (probably running from the law in decent states... ;)).
Post by: McStitchy on March 24, 2022, 01:44:41 AM
Mrs Nix and I visited the historic Grant-Kohrs National Historic Site (https://www.nps.gov/grko/index.htm) today. This a small but really interesting site that contains a part of a historic Montana ranch. The history of the ranch is tied into the larger history of the West. More importantly, it was just nice place to visit and breath in a bit of Old West air and scenery. :D
Didn't hurt that on the way home we stopped at small café for pie. A day with pie is a good day. (Mrs Nix went for the Mixed Berry-Rhubarb, I got the Buttermilk-Walnut. Both were solid choices. ;) )
(https://i.imgur.com/1Z7k2U2.jpg)
Sounds like the same pie choices we would have made here. Nice day out :2tu:
Post by: Nix on March 24, 2022, 02:20:57 AM
Sounds like the same pie choices we would have made here. Nice day out :2tu:
I'm of the opinion that there are no bad pie choices. :rofl:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 24, 2022, 03:23:10 AM
Day 49Indeed!
(https://i.imgur.com/YlsuGx2.jpg)
Wenger opened a packet of Japanese mocha milk tea, in preperation for GSMRE. Love packet drinks, and I am sure Hevy can relate. :D
I love these packets!
They proved be of great help for me countless times!
Nothing like a coffee (or a hot beverage) to kickstart the brain and boost the morale!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 24, 2022, 03:31:49 AM
A small capuccino waiting for my wife to do her shopping duty.
Mrs Hevy is very diligent in keep my schedule really full.
But I can't complain, she's the most organized hard worker person that I know. And smart.
And I have a(big) weak spot for my italian lady...
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Post by: Echotech on March 24, 2022, 03:54:14 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 24, 2022, 03:56:08 AM
Post by: Nix on March 24, 2022, 04:02:41 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 24, 2022, 04:23:45 AM
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Post by: Echotech on March 24, 2022, 04:43:10 AM
I love those 111 caplifters!
:iagree:
:iagree: too, love the extra size and the lock makes them extra useful :tu:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 24, 2022, 05:31:12 AM
Tell me about it! Ammo prices have gone berserk in the States.
Excellent scores! :like:
I like a good ale, but my real favorites are stouts and porters.
I would love to visit Montana someday!
Day 52
The Pioneer helped get dinner ready. I awlso used it to cut off a slice of string cheese for Beijing, but she wouldn't sit still for a photo.
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yeah i've seen that on some of the FB groups,and 9mm shortages over there.
we used to use locally manufactured powder until there was a fire at the plant in 2019,and again last year.
i've used Hogdon Titegroup a few times,but the imported powders are double the price here.
we just have to bite the bullet :D
seems like 2.5 pieces of Salami/Pepperoni per slice of pizza is standard around the world ::)
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 24, 2022, 05:49:11 AM
Post by: McStitchy on March 24, 2022, 08:20:23 AM
I'm of the opinion that there are no bad pie choices. :rofl:
:rofl:
Post by: comis on March 24, 2022, 09:15:32 AM
Cracking work, everyone!I like the logic on office = beer. :rofl:
Day 52 (D+51)
Another day in the office, so time for a drink!
Mrs Nix and I visited the historic Grant-Kohrs National Historic Site (https://www.nps.gov/grko/index.htm) today. This a small but really interesting site that contains a part of a historic Montana ranch. The history of the ranch is tied into the larger history of the West. More importantly, it was just nice place to visit and breath in a bit of Old West air and scenery. :DPicture for the pie, or it didn't happen... :pok: :D
Didn't hurt that on the way home we stopped at small café for pie. A day with pie is a good day. (Mrs Nix went for the Mixed Berry-Rhubarb, I got the Buttermilk-Walnut. Both were solid choices. ;) )
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Tell me about it! Ammo prices have gone berserk in the States.Pizza!!! :drool: :drool: :drool:
Excellent scores! :like:
I like a good ale, but my real favorites are stouts and porters.
I would love to visit Montana someday!
Day 52
The Pioneer helped get dinner ready. I awlso used it to cut off a slice of string cheese for Beijing, but she wouldn't sit still for a photo.
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Post by: comis on March 24, 2022, 09:19:16 AM
Indeed!:cheers: :D
I love these packets!
They proved be of great help for me countless times!
Nothing like a coffee (or a hot beverage) to kickstart the brain and boost the morale!
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Day 51:Minecraft! For the longest time I wonder what's neat about that game, the graphic is so low-res that it reminds me of the original Nintendo back in the 80s. :D
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D-53What are we making? :pok:
Post by: comis on March 24, 2022, 09:20:36 AM
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Wenger SI did some unboxing today.
Post by: an0nemus on March 24, 2022, 11:34:02 AM
Next to my work keyboard
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 24, 2022, 12:31:08 PM
assisted with re-fueling duties :D
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 24, 2022, 01:38:52 PM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 24, 2022, 02:15:41 PM
Awlsome awl time to open a parcel, this time some ink and leads for a Parker propelling pencil (and a free sweet!).
Post by: Nix on March 24, 2022, 02:16:05 PM
Picture for the pie, or it didn't happen... :pok: :D
:oops: The pie looked so tempting...maybe it was the dollop of whipped cream...that I didn't think to get a picture and just got stuck in..... 🥧🐷
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 24, 2022, 02:20:08 PM
Post by: SubMY on March 24, 2022, 02:52:55 PM
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That last one is what I usually carry, although when not participating in this challenge I'll have a locking folder as well. Usually a BM 940 or a Spyderco Delica.
Post by: Appleandrew on March 24, 2022, 03:17:55 PM
Mudguard worked loose. A quick tighten with soldier and sorted.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 24, 2022, 03:42:24 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 24, 2022, 03:48:56 PM
i opened a sack
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51958658399_f52dcc361c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2napGVV)20220324_160115 (https://flic.kr/p/2napGVV) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
containing a couple SAK's [an economy Tourist and an Ambassador,which is my first 74mm]
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51958426913_8e1d2ccb54.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2naow7M)20220324_164403 (https://flic.kr/p/2naow7M) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: GearedForwards on March 24, 2022, 03:59:37 PM
D+49 - D+52
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That last one is what I usually carry, although when not participating in this challenge I'll have a locking folder as well. Usually a BM 940 or a Spyderco Delica.
Nice tower! What system do you play?
Post by: GearedForwards on March 24, 2022, 03:59:56 PM
Day 52 Bonus pics
i opened a sack
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51958658399_f52dcc361c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2napGVV)20220324_160115 (https://flic.kr/p/2napGVV) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
containing a couple SAK's [an economy Tourist and an Ambassador,which is my first 74mm]
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51958426913_8e1d2ccb54.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2naow7M)20220324_164403 (https://flic.kr/p/2naow7M) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Great haul! The 74mm size is under appreciated
Post by: Ron Who on March 24, 2022, 04:40:14 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 24, 2022, 04:55:56 PM
Great haul! The 74mm size is under appreciatedyeah,i was slow to get into this size,it's pretty neat
Post by: Nix on March 24, 2022, 09:04:08 PM
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This vent cover has two screws holding it in place. I forgot about the backside Phillips and used the the can opener tip to remove the first.
"Wait!" :doh: "I have a backside Phillips!" :rofl:
When replacing the vent cover, the backside did quite nicely...for the entire job.... :D
Post by: RF52 on March 24, 2022, 09:27:45 PM
Made some lasagne today :tu:
No pic after it was done, to busy eating :rofl:
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Post by: McStitchy on March 24, 2022, 10:06:01 PM
Day 53
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Post by: Nix on March 24, 2022, 10:49:12 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 24, 2022, 10:58:58 PM
Food and post.
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Post by: McStitchy on March 24, 2022, 11:31:42 PM
No one can say that SAK knights don't eat well.... :SAKnight:
That's right :2tu:
Post by: Myron on March 24, 2022, 11:53:01 PM
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Post by: Echotech on March 24, 2022, 11:58:20 PM
Post by: Echotech on March 24, 2022, 11:59:04 PM
No one can say that SAK knights don't eat well.... :SAKnight::iagree: been some very tasty looking posts recently :drool:
Post by: McStitchy on March 25, 2022, 12:22:16 AM
Day 53, my birthday! No uses to speak of today, and now I’m relaxing fireside.
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Happy Birthday Myron :drink:
Post by: Nix on March 25, 2022, 12:45:57 AM
Post by: Myron on March 25, 2022, 01:27:32 AM
Many happy returns Myron :cheers:
Thank you, Echo, McStitchy, and Nix! It was a good day -- finally located a Model 1951 from issue-year 1958 thanks to fellow MTo member @Jaydar. Surely one of the rarest Soldier SAKs, and it actually completes my collection. I now have every year of issue from 1951 to 2021. Complete coincidence that it happened on my birthday, of course, but made the day a memorable one for sure. :)
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 25, 2022, 03:07:17 AM
And congrats for the Soldier colection!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 25, 2022, 03:11:30 AM
The Soldier main blade helped to cut some garlic for the today's pasta dish(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220325/22ac9e0c67b7dfcd2d82b298f273701c.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on March 25, 2022, 03:25:03 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 25, 2022, 03:58:43 AM
Post by: Echotech on March 25, 2022, 04:17:00 AM
Thank you, Echo, McStitchy, and Nix! It was a good day -- finally located a Model 1951 from issue-year 1958 thanks to fellow MTo member @Jaydar. Surely one of the rarest Soldier SAKs, and it actually completes my collection. I now have every year of issue from 1951 to 2021. Complete coincidence that it happened on my birthday, of course, but made the day a memorable one for sure. :)Superb Myron congratulations :woohoo: :like: :climber:
Post by: Echotech on March 25, 2022, 04:19:17 AM
Some light pruning
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Post by: Myron on March 25, 2022, 04:53:17 AM
Happy Birthday Myron! And congrats for the Soldier colection!
Superb Myron congratulations :woohoo: :like: :climber:
Thanks fellas!
Post by: zoidberg on March 25, 2022, 05:02:16 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 25, 2022, 05:03:13 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 25, 2022, 05:03:52 AM
As long as you don't mind scorching heat, freezing winds, droughts, dust, wildfires, bad food, and worse company, it's a fun place to visit.I strongly object to the freezing winds, but I can at least grudgingly tolerate the rest. Wildfire risk (damage to one's property, at least) can be mitigated to a degree. Guess I'm best off visiting in a season other than winter.
seems like 2.5 pieces of Salami/Pepperoni per slice of pizza is standard around the world ::)That was a frozen pizza. Seems they awlways give you too little meat on those.
Day 53, my birthday! No uses to speak of today, and now I’m relaxing fireside.Happy (belated?) birthday, and great way to spend it!
Day 54
Slightly late check-in, but the Pioneer was busy yesterday. In addition to package opening, much paracord was cut. I finally finished some Ranger beads that will commence a transatlantic journey tomorrow. A Gerber Suspension NXT was needed for that job.*
* Scissors work much better than a blade for nipping the excess of those beads.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 25, 2022, 06:29:00 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 25, 2022, 08:17:47 AM
Day 53, my birthday! No uses to speak of today, and now I’m relaxing fireside.
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A belated Many Happy Returns, Myron and congratulations on finally scoring a 1951 to complete your line up! That must be really satisfying, :drink:
Loving the pasta dishes on here! :drool:
Post by: an0nemus on March 25, 2022, 10:08:18 AM
Day 53, my birthday! No uses to speak of today, and now I’m relaxing fireside.Happy birthday, Myron!
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Post by: an0nemus on March 25, 2022, 10:13:15 AM
Opened an envelop package
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 25, 2022, 10:33:56 AM
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 25, 2022, 11:37:31 AM
Day 54 (D+53)
Back on post duties!
Post by: comis on March 25, 2022, 01:22:25 PM
Must be some really good pie if you just inhale it like that... :D
:oops: The pie looked so tempting...maybe it was the dollop of whipped cream...that I didn't think to get a picture and just got stuck in..... 🥧🐷
Post by: comis on March 25, 2022, 01:25:55 PM
D+49 - D+52Love mechanix gloves, and 940/Delica are some of my favorite carry too! :tu:
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(https://i.imgur.com/vz353XE.jpeg)
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That last one is what I usually carry, although when not participating in this challenge I'll have a locking folder as well. Usually a BM 940 or a Spyderco Delica.
Day 53:At least you got the cheese pix in, must also been some really good lasagne. :D
Made some lasagne today :tu:
No pic after it was done, to busy eating :rofl:
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Day 53, my birthday! No uses to speak of today, and now I’m relaxing fireside.Happy Birthday! Hope you'd have a great rest of the day! :cheers:
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Post by: RF52 on March 25, 2022, 01:44:24 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 25, 2022, 01:49:39 PM
Post by: comis on March 25, 2022, 01:53:30 PM
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Wenger SI's maintainence is overdued, and Spyderco sharpmaker is probably one of my favorite tools to sharpen with.
Post by: comis on March 25, 2022, 01:53:49 PM
:cheers: @comis It was very tasty :drool::cheers: :D
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 25, 2022, 01:57:45 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 25, 2022, 01:58:24 PM
Day 51Way to go Comis!
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Wenger SI's maintainence is overdued, and Spyderco sharpmaker is probably one of my favorite tools to sharpen with.
Post by: Nix on March 25, 2022, 03:47:18 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 25, 2022, 03:52:55 PM
Day 51: Opening a new bag of tea from a local outfit, the Skirted Soldier, that donates a portion of it's profits from tea sales to veterans programs. This particular blend is called Afterburner :ahhh
:ahhh :like: :salute:
Post by: Myron on March 25, 2022, 04:11:07 PM
Later tonight my pocket knife club is coming over for some show and tell. I'll post some pictures later with my Challenge Pioneer!
Post by: an0nemus on March 25, 2022, 04:11:24 PM
Hot day outside
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Post by: Ron Who on March 25, 2022, 05:29:08 PM
It´s that day of the week again :cheers:
Post by: RF52 on March 25, 2022, 07:01:55 PM
Cut some paracord :tu:
The Soldier keeps it's edge very well :like:
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 25, 2022, 07:38:39 PM
group pic with my latest acquisitions [see yesterday's post :D] and my Locksmith [i'm digging the 111's,and i'm looking at the Outrider/Hercules/Workchamp for edc]
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Post by: McStitchy on March 25, 2022, 08:06:35 PM
GAK day 54
It´s that day of the week again :cheers:
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Post by: McStitchy on March 25, 2022, 08:07:14 PM
Day 53
group pic with my latest acquisitions [see yesterday's post :D] and my Locksmith [i'm digging the 111's,and i'm looking at the Outrider/Hercules/Workchamp for edc]
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Nice :like:
The Outrider is quite popular here :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 25, 2022, 08:09:01 PM
Day 54
Just some tag removal again...
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Post by: Nix on March 25, 2022, 08:29:35 PM
Post by: Nix on March 25, 2022, 10:43:35 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on March 25, 2022, 10:55:46 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on March 25, 2022, 11:42:01 PM
Pencil sharpening….. essential duty. Or suffer blunt pencils!
Post by: Myron on March 25, 2022, 11:47:08 PM
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Post by: Nix on March 25, 2022, 11:49:33 PM
Day 54. I'm hosting my Pocket Knife Club tonight. Got my SAKs and other knives all laid out. Using my Challenge Pioneer to open a brewski!
:like: :dd:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 26, 2022, 12:01:58 AM
D+53
Bonus and no real carry today.
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Post by: Echotech on March 26, 2022, 12:13:08 AM
Day 54. I'm hosting my Pocket Knife Club tonight. Got my SAKs and other knives all laid out. Using my Challenge Pioneer to open a brewski!:like: now that sounds like a great evening :climber: :tu:
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Post by: Echotech on March 26, 2022, 02:29:15 AM
Cooked up a chicken and vegetable stew, pretty tasty
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Post by: an0nemus on March 26, 2022, 02:43:27 AM
Parking building view
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Post by: Myron on March 26, 2022, 03:47:55 AM
Day 55
Cooked up a chicken and vegetable stew, pretty tasty
Looks great, Echo!
Post by: Myron on March 26, 2022, 03:49:37 AM
Happy (probably belated by now) Birthday Myron!
Thank you, Michael! Only one day late, but I'm celebrating all weekend. :)
Post by: Echotech on March 26, 2022, 03:56:08 AM
Looks great, Echo!Thanks Myron :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Myron on March 26, 2022, 04:00:44 AM
:like: now that sounds like a great evening :climber: :tu:
Thanks, it was! I traded a buddy an early-80's Climber to replace one his father had given him for college graduation that he'd lost. In exchange he gave me a one-off handmade Tru-Bal Harry K McEvoy short chef's knife. I will build a sheath for it and add it to my camping kit. It was a great evening, with collectors young and old showing up. What a pleasure to have the time and health to enjoy simple pleasures like friendship, cold beer, Irish whiskey, and pocket knife collecting.
Post by: Myron on March 26, 2022, 04:02:18 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 26, 2022, 04:12:34 AM
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Post by: Nix on March 26, 2022, 04:20:03 AM
Here’s the Tru-Bal, shown next to a Pioneer for scale.
:like:
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 26, 2022, 04:26:42 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on March 26, 2022, 04:46:26 AM
Day 54
'Twas not a good day for ol' Farmer X. Not only do I not have my Opinels in hand (despite USPS' insistence that they were delivered), I had to complete an absolute sod of a wiring job. At least Alan K. and SurgeUK have packages headed their ways. The Pioneer helped a little with the wiring job, stripping sheath away and turning screws after I remembered the breaker box requires a slotted screwdriver and not a Phillips. No action shots, as I needed both hands and had only a harsh headlamp for illumination. Instead it's posing with some replaced parts that were binned immediately after the photo was taken.
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Post by: zoidberg on March 26, 2022, 06:07:17 AM
Love mechanix gloves, and 940/Delica are some of my favorite carry too! :tu:
Is the 940 that good? I haven't seen one in person yet.
Post by: GearedForwards on March 26, 2022, 06:23:52 AM
Is the 940 that good? I haven't seen one in person yet.
940 is a cracker of a knife, great ergos and action, carries well and you can have plenty of options for materials and accessories. Little pricey nowadays but worth it :tu:
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 26, 2022, 06:24:40 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 26, 2022, 06:33:25 AM
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I'm hanging in there Nix. Physically I think the worst is over. Mentally things are difficult atm.
The girls are both out in the world again. So good for them to catch up with friends and have a laugh.
Rocko is recovering from an injured foot. Still getting his walks in so he is pretty happy.
Post by: zoidberg on March 26, 2022, 06:37:42 AM
Day 55
Cooked up a chicken and vegetable stew, pretty tasty
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Oh yeah that looks good. :tu: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on March 26, 2022, 06:40:59 AM
Day 53: Had to leave it in the car because concert security :( ...Slash was pretty cool tho!
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Awesome!
Post by: zoidberg on March 26, 2022, 06:55:20 AM
940 is a cracker of a knife, great ergos and action, carries well and you can have plenty of options for materials and accessories. Little pricey nowadays but worth it :tu:
Second question then: what is better than the 940?
Post by: zoidberg on March 26, 2022, 06:55:38 AM
Post by: GearedForwards on March 26, 2022, 07:01:08 AM
Second question then: what is better than the 940?
It really depends on what angle you're taking on that, the 940-1 is a more premium material version, but I'd say it ultimately comes down to personal preferences. The 940 is one of my personal favourite designs, I had a 940-1 until it mysteriously disappeared, and pocket knives are my primary collection, around 100 at one time, ranging from less than $10USD to over $1k.
Personal preference is king in knives, materials and fit and finish second, so if you give me an idea what you like I can give some recommendations?
Post by: Echotech on March 26, 2022, 07:08:50 AM
Oh yeah that looks good. :tu: :like:Thanks zoidberg :cheers:
Post by: comis on March 26, 2022, 11:16:25 AM
Day 54. I'm hosting my Pocket Knife Club tonight. Got my SAKs and other knives all laid out. Using my Challenge Pioneer to open a brewski!That's nice, must be fun! :dd:
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(https://i.imgur.com/3sUDDTL.jpg)
Day 55Yum! :drool:
Cooked up a chicken and vegetable stew, pretty tasty
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220326/5e06b2ef789eae64bcebd9c7d766425f.jpg)
Is the 940 that good? I haven't seen one in person yet.
940 is a cracker of a knife, great ergos and action, carries well and you can have plenty of options for materials and accessories. Little pricey nowadays but worth it :tu:
It really depends on what angle you're taking on that, the 940-1 is a more premium material version, but I'd say it ultimately comes down to personal preferences. The 940 is one of my personal favourite designs, I had a 940-1 until it mysteriously disappeared, and pocket knives are my primary collection, around 100 at one time, ranging from less than $10USD to over $1k.Back in the days, choices for knives and reputable makers are not as bundle as today, so 940 really stands out as a great knife when it first came out. Till this day, I still think 940 is an iconic knife in BM lineup, lightweight, slender, good action, decent blade geometry and good blade/handle ratio, it got all the right ingredients.
Personal preference is king in knives, materials and fit and finish second, so if you give me an idea what you like I can give some recommendations?
But as GF puts it, personal preference is king and there are countless competitors on scene. I too probably will do more look around, before committing to get one. :cheers:
Post by: comis on March 26, 2022, 11:17:37 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/TbybbWs.jpg)
Did some unboxing and letter opening today with Wenger SI.
Post by: McStitchy on March 26, 2022, 11:19:44 AM
DAY 55:
:2tu:
The nights are getting colder?
Post by: McStitchy on March 26, 2022, 11:20:05 AM
Day 52
(https://i.imgur.com/TbybbWs.jpg)
Did some unboxing and letter opening today with Wenger SI.
Sticky blade :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on March 26, 2022, 11:20:56 AM
Day 55
Cooked up a chicken and vegetable stew, pretty tasty
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220326/5e06b2ef789eae64bcebd9c7d766425f.jpg)
:drool:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 26, 2022, 01:42:27 PM
Day 55 (D+54)
Back to the awlsome awl to open a box - a spare nib for my Parker 25.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 26, 2022, 02:26:13 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 26, 2022, 03:11:27 PM
Day 52: Opened some Snack Packs with the blade. I couldn't grasp the pull tabs made for those a lot younger than I am :facepalm:
I hear you :2tu:
Post by: an0nemus on March 26, 2022, 03:38:44 PM
Random neighborhood scene
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Post by: RF52 on March 26, 2022, 04:37:28 PM
Day 54. I'm hosting my Pocket Knife Club tonight. Got my SAKs and other knives all laid out. Using my Challenge Pioneer to open a brewski!Nice! :like: the idea of a pocket knife club
(https://i.imgur.com/2l77JIX.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/3sUDDTL.jpg)
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Post by: RF52 on March 26, 2022, 04:43:00 PM
Another sandwich for the kid
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 26, 2022, 05:04:16 PM
pic taken just after coming back from the shooting range,the rain put an end to our aftertoon pretty much before we began. it's bucketing now.
the grass was cut last Thursday ::)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51962175798_9f9367e04b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2naHJwJ)20220326_163145 (https://flic.kr/p/2naHJwJ) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Nix on March 26, 2022, 06:03:38 PM
Is the 940 that good? I haven't seen one in person yet.
The 940 is both overrated and underrated. I'm biased because it is a favorite of mine (I have two, the older 154cm version has a lot of pocket time), but I still think it's a bit overhyped.
Pro's: Slim, light, and small, so it makes for a great pocket knife. Very functional blade design, makes for a great EDC and a good backpacking knife. Axis lock has been reliable for me, locks up beautifully. Comes in nice steels, heat treated by a good company, so it takes a great edge and holds it. OHO is nice (and lightning fast), but I find the thumb stud does take up a bit of the blade's useful space. My two 940's have a brilliant fit and finish, although the one is showing its age and use a bit.
Con's: Pricey. Seems way too pricey these days. Small handle. I have big hands and the slim & small handle can seem a bit....wee...at times. The funky scale design does allow for a good grip. Small blade. Yeah, I said it. At 3.40" (8.6cm) the blade seems a bit small, especially with that thumb stud. Lint. Lint collects in the lovely Axis lock and the base of the blade. This is true of most pocket knives, but I seem to feel the need to clean out the 940 more often. Maybe because I carried it so much. :dunno:
I'm inclined to value the 950 Rift more. I had an auto Rift that I carried in Afghanistan and really liked. Auto weren't legal here (until recently) so I gave it away. I did replace the auto with a manual. The Rift has a bigger and more utilitarian blade (3.67" (9.3CM)) and much more substantial handle. I haven't hard used the Rift, but it feel more substantial and tougher. Of course, the Rift is bulkier and heavier. It also has aggressively textured G10 scales, which have pro's & con's of their own.
If forced to choose.....I'd pick the 940. Mostly because it works so well as an EDC for me. And it is capable enough to flex into a camping/fishing role nicely, even though I think of it as being a "small" knife. I'd love to do a 30-day challenge with the 940 some day. :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/tWI4Jj8.jpg)
I gotta say, the 940 seems to pack a lot of knife in a small package. I note that I removed the pocket clip from my 940's, but kept the clip on the Rift....for now.
Post by: Nix on March 26, 2022, 06:05:48 PM
I'm hanging in there Nix. Physically I think the worst is over. Mentally things are difficult atm.
The girls are both out in the world again. So good for them to catch up with friends and have a laugh.
Rocko is recovering from an injured foot. Still getting his walks in so he is pretty happy.
Sorry things are tough, but great to hear people (to include Rocko) are doing a bit better. Hold fast! :tu:
Post by: GearedForwards on March 26, 2022, 06:56:54 PM
The 940 is both overrated and underrated. I'm biased because it is a favorite of mine (I have two, the older 154cm version has a lot of pocket time), but I still think it's a bit overhyped.
Pro's: Slim, light, and small, so it makes for a great pocket knife. Very functional blade design, makes for a great EDC and a good backpacking knife. Axis lock has been reliable for me, locks up beautifully. Comes in nice steels, heat treated by a good company, so it takes a great edge and holds it. OHO is nice (and lightning fast), but I find the thumb stud does take up a bit of the blade's useful space. My two 940's have a brilliant fit and finish, although the one is showing its age and use a bit.
Con's: Pricey. Seems way too pricey these days. Small handle. I have big hands and the slim & small handle can seem a bit....wee...at times. The funky scale design does allow for a good grip. Small blade. Yeah, I said it. At 3.40" (8.6cm) the blade seems a bit small, especially with that thumb stud. Lint. Lint collects in the lovely Axis lock and the base of the blade. This is true of most pocket knives, but I seem to feel the need to clean out the 940 more often. Maybe because I carried it so much. :dunno:
I'm inclined to value the 950 Rift more. I had an auto Rift that I carried in Afghanistan and really liked. Auto weren't legal here (until recently) so I gave it away. I did replace the auto with a manual. The Rift has a bigger and more utilitarian blade (3.67" (9.3CM)) and much more substantial handle. I haven't hard used the Rift, but it feel more substantial and tougher. Of course, the Rift is bulkier and heavier. It also has aggressively textured G10 scales, which have pro's & con's of their own.
If forced to choose.....I'd pick the 940. Mostly because it works so well as an EDC for me. And it is capable enough to flex into a camping/fishing role nicely, even though I think of it as being a "small" knife. I'd love to do a 30-day challenge with the 940 some day. :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/tWI4Jj8.jpg)
I gotta say, the 940 seems to pack a lot of knife in a small package. I note that I removed the pocket clip from my 940's, but kept the clip on the Rift....for now.
Excellent review Nix :hatsoff:
I've never had any problems with the thumbstuds in the cutting path in my experience, but if it's a bother have you considered just removing them? They're tooled for Torx on both sides I think, then you can just deploy with the Axis lock. :dunno:
Post by: GearedForwards on March 26, 2022, 07:03:10 PM
940 in a pricing line up, if you want to get more into dedicated knives then the QSP Penguin (far left) comes in a variety of materials and price points, that version is denim micarta with a D2 blade for less than $30/£27ish. Benchmades are nice, but since the Axis lock is no longer patented I'd look around at other ones if you want an Axis lock and just go BM if a specific design appeals to you.
Doug Ritter has more reasonably priced Hogue models that are in the vein of the Griptillian.
Post by: McStitchy on March 26, 2022, 07:09:58 PM
Day 54
pic taken just after coming back from the shooting range,the rain put an end to our aftertoon pretty much before we began. it's bucketing now.
the grass was cut last Thursday ::)
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Wow.. that's like Irish growing rates :D
Post by: McStitchy on March 26, 2022, 07:21:09 PM
Day 55
No usage for the Soldier today.
Took these pics on my bike tour though :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/dBUnADY.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ikbCgsR.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 26, 2022, 09:23:37 PM
Excellent review Nix :hatsoff:
I've never had any problems with the thumbstuds in the cutting path in my experience, but if it's a bother have you considered just removing them? They're tooled for Torx on both sides I think, then you can just deploy with the Axis lock. :dunno:
I have thought about it, but the convenience of the stud outweighs the small cost.
I have two Benchmade Griptillians, one with a stud, one with a Spyide hole. I much prefer the one with the thumb hole, but I still carry both. (Not at the same time, mind you.... :rofl:)
Post by: Nix on March 26, 2022, 09:24:27 PM
Took these pics on my bike tour though :salute:
Looks like Spring! :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 26, 2022, 09:41:02 PM
Post by: Myron on March 26, 2022, 10:07:36 PM
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Oh look, it’s a new Boker! Bottom left, stag-scaled Model 182. :)
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 26, 2022, 11:18:32 PM
Day 55
Cooked up a chicken and vegetable stew, pretty tasty
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That looks good!
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 26, 2022, 11:21:10 PM
Post duties.
(https://i.imgur.com/75UFMoT.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 27, 2022, 12:05:42 AM
Day 55. Cold and snowy here today. A good day to stay inside and open packages.
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Oh look, it’s a new Boker! Bottom left, stag-scaled Model 182. :)
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Post by: Nix on March 27, 2022, 12:06:45 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/lblqNgt.jpg)
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 27, 2022, 01:13:18 AM
SI did a good job with that apple!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220327/d5d62084b28409264a5ac96c01e4efa2.jpg)
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Post by: Echotech on March 27, 2022, 01:42:34 AM
Yum! :drool:
:drool:
That looks good!
Thanks lads :tu: :cheers:
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 27, 2022, 04:13:13 AM
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Post by: Echotech on March 27, 2022, 04:53:06 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on March 27, 2022, 06:03:23 AM
I'm hanging in there.You'll be better soon. You got this! :salute:
I couldn't grasp the pull tabs made for those a lot younger than I am.I struggle with such things from time to time (usually in the winter)...and I'm not yet 45.
SI did a good job with that apple!:tu:
Day 55
Another slightly late check-in, but aside from the weather going to smurf, yesterday was a better day than the preceding. No use.of the Pioneer, though, so a glamor shot will have to do.
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Post by: zoidberg on March 27, 2022, 06:50:16 AM
:2tu:
The nights are getting colder?
A little. Haven't been able to mow the lawn for a couple weeks.
Post by: zoidberg on March 27, 2022, 07:02:34 AM
Post by: zoidberg on March 27, 2022, 07:03:05 AM
Post by: an0nemus on March 27, 2022, 08:15:21 AM
Another random street scene
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 27, 2022, 10:06:55 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 27, 2022, 10:44:00 AM
Day 55
No usage for the Soldier today.
Took these pics on my bike tour though :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/dBUnADY.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ikbCgsR.jpg)
Nice ride, McStitchy!
Day 56 (D+55)
The move to BST last night made this morning’s ride even earlier than normal, and I swear the wind got colder on the run back! Hopefully the sun will come out again later as I need to do more veg bed prep in the garden….. Anyhow, back now, full English cooking on the stove, time for a cappuccino with SAK photo op!
Post by: McStitchy on March 27, 2022, 10:44:07 AM
DAY 56:
Nice shot again :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 27, 2022, 10:45:06 AM
D +55
Another random street scene
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220327/19002655f77dd65786055d2bd939a7af.jpg)
I like your street pics form the other side of the world :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 27, 2022, 10:50:11 AM
Nice ride, McStitchy!
Day 56 (D+55)
The move to BST last night made this morning’s ride even earlier than normal, and I swear the wind got colder on the run back! Hopefully the sun will come out again later as I need to do more veg bed prep in the garden….. Anyhow, back now, full English cooking on the stove, time for a cappuccino with SAK photo op!
:cheers: Rizzi
I never manage to sneak out for a ride before breakfast. Enjoy your well deserved full English :2tu:
Post by: RF52 on March 27, 2022, 01:16:21 PM
The kid wanted raisins and dried plums :tu:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 27, 2022, 02:05:17 PM
No sign of the rhubarb yet.....Oh no, we've got a ways to go
(https://i.imgur.com/lblqNgt.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 27, 2022, 02:05:50 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 27, 2022, 04:10:03 PM
The 940 is both overrated and underrated. I'm biased because it is a favorite of mine (I have two, the older 154cm version has a lot of pocket time), but I still think it's a bit overhyped.
Pro's: Slim, light, and small, so it makes for a great pocket knife. Very functional blade design, makes for a great EDC and a good backpacking knife. Axis lock has been reliable for me, locks up beautifully. Comes in nice steels, heat treated by a good company, so it takes a great edge and holds it. OHO is nice (and lightning fast), but I find the thumb stud does take up a bit of the blade's useful space. My two 940's have a brilliant fit and finish, although the one is showing its age and use a bit.
Con's: Pricey. Seems way too pricey these days. Small handle. I have big hands and the slim & small handle can seem a bit....wee...at times. The funky scale design does allow for a good grip. Small blade. Yeah, I said it. At 3.40" (8.6cm) the blade seems a bit small, especially with that thumb stud. Lint. Lint collects in the lovely Axis lock and the base of the blade. This is true of most pocket knives, but I seem to feel the need to clean out the 940 more often. Maybe because I carried it so much. :dunno:
I'm inclined to value the 950 Rift more. I had an auto Rift that I carried in Afghanistan and really liked. Auto weren't legal here (until recently) so I gave it away. I did replace the auto with a manual. The Rift has a bigger and more utilitarian blade (3.67" (9.3CM)) and much more substantial handle. I haven't hard used the Rift, but it feel more substantial and tougher. Of course, the Rift is bulkier and heavier. It also has aggressively textured G10 scales, which have pro's & con's of their own.
If forced to choose.....I'd pick the 940. Mostly because it works so well as an EDC for me. And it is capable enough to flex into a camping/fishing role nicely, even though I think of it as being a "small" knife. I'd love to do a 30-day challenge with the 940 some day. :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/tWI4Jj8.jpg)
I gotta say, the 940 seems to pack a lot of knife in a small package. I note that I removed the pocket clip from my 940's, but kept the clip on the Rift....for now.
the Rift is the only Axis lock BM I own,i dig it
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 27, 2022, 04:12:32 PM
Wow.. that's like Irish growing rates :Dwe experience summer rain here in SA,and we've experienced a drought a few years back.
the rain will slow in a few months,winter is dry here
Post by: Ron Who on March 27, 2022, 04:31:21 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 27, 2022, 08:13:01 PM
we experience summer rain here in SA,and we've experienced a drought a few years back.
the rain will slow in a few months,winter is dry here
We have less rain in summer than in winter. That's about it :D
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 27, 2022, 08:19:05 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on March 27, 2022, 08:19:21 PM
A photo from earlier in the day, emergency beer stop 12 miles from our destination in Devon - Woolacombe.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 27, 2022, 08:22:41 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 27, 2022, 08:30:33 PM
That ale looks good!! :cheers:. So does that sun!
:iagree: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 27, 2022, 08:34:19 PM
You mean it actually rains less Stitch? :rofl:
(https://i.imgur.com/j3JZP4t.gif)
Post by: McStitchy on March 27, 2022, 08:35:58 PM
Day 56
The Soldier helped fitting a new garden hose :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/I40FTQ2.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 27, 2022, 10:33:52 PM
the Rift is the only Axis lock BM I own,i dig it
:tu: Same.
Post by: Nix on March 27, 2022, 10:34:41 PM
The Soldier helped fitting a new garden hose :tu:
:like: Been there, done that....during this challenge.... :rofl:
Post by: Nix on March 27, 2022, 10:35:17 PM
That ale looks good!! :cheers:. So does that sun!
:iagree:
Post by: Nix on March 27, 2022, 10:37:55 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/FLLRYFj.jpg)
Gotta use an iron pot. That's the rule.
And beans, that's the other rule.....
(https://i.imgur.com/OrnqAZj.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 27, 2022, 10:59:19 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 27, 2022, 11:02:21 PM
Cheese prep.
(https://i.imgur.com/Rodfiyp.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 27, 2022, 11:08:08 PM
The hardest thing with a super long challenge is keeping track of what day you're on. I just saw that I'm two days behind on my post today :facepalm:
And if you are working night shifts...... no chance.... :rofl:
Post by: Nix on March 27, 2022, 11:09:06 PM
Cheese prep.
Oh, my....Chili Mex Cheese.... I think I'm in love..... :dd:
Post by: McStitchy on March 27, 2022, 11:30:59 PM
:like: Been there, done that....during this challenge.... :rofl:
Ah! :like:
Post by: McStitchy on March 27, 2022, 11:31:36 PM
Making up a batch of my famous....never the same twice....Chuckwagon Trail Beans.
(https://i.imgur.com/FLLRYFj.jpg)
Gotta use an iron pot. That's the rule.
And beans, that's the other rule.....
(https://i.imgur.com/OrnqAZj.jpg)
:drool:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 27, 2022, 11:41:32 PM
And if you are working night shifts...... no chance.... :rofl:You're so right my friend! :rofl:
Post by: Echotech on March 28, 2022, 12:02:27 AM
Day 56:like: :cheers:
A photo from earlier in the day, emergency beer stop 12 miles from our destination in Devon - Woolacombe.
Post by: Echotech on March 28, 2022, 12:03:25 AM
Making up a batch of my famous....never the same twice....Chuckwagon Trail Beans.Yum I love beans, they look really good Nix :drool:
(https://i.imgur.com/FLLRYFj.jpg)
Gotta use an iron pot. That's the rule.
And beans, that's the other rule.....
(https://i.imgur.com/OrnqAZj.jpg)
Post by: Nix on March 28, 2022, 12:53:37 AM
Yum I love beans, they look really good Nix :drool:
They need another 30 minutes of simmering to get really soft and creamy, but are tasting great so far. :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 28, 2022, 03:53:11 AM
I thought it would be a good idea to check in and see how the challenges are going. :tu:
Actually, I wanted to make sure I hadn't missed anyone who may have completed a challenge.... :rofl:
We have three (3) active challenges....and a couple of extra challenges coming up.
☞ Read On! This is the challenge to read a military history book by the end of the challenge. So far I have the following platoon members having successfully completed this challenge:
1. Nix
2. SubMY
3. HARM
☞ Film's On! This is the challenge to recommend one military movie and watch one military movie. So far I have the following platoon members recorded as having completed this challenge:
1. Nix.
2. HARM
3. RF52
4. Echotech
5. zoidberg
☞ Chow's On! This is the challenge to complete the GSMRE challenge (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,89017.0.html), as posted in the Backwoods Cuisine sub-forum. This one doesn't finish until 16 (photo) & 23 April (chow day), so no one has completed it yet.
If someone completed one of the earlier challenges and I missed or dropped a completed entry, please let me know!
More challenges to come. :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/McrIdlJ.jpg)
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 28, 2022, 04:07:12 AM
The SI helped me to cut some "Doce de Leite" (A sweet made of milk) to go with the coffee, for me and Mrs Hevy.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 28, 2022, 04:09:06 AM
A beer after lunch.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220328/743faab21d212c6cb6712dbcc868e394.jpg)
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Post by: Nix on March 28, 2022, 04:14:22 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 28, 2022, 04:32:52 AM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 28, 2022, 04:42:21 AM
Hevy reporting.
Read on: Going painfully slow. Book not finished yet.
Film's on: Mission complete.
- Full Metal Jacket. After the excellent reviews here, I got this one.
R Lee Ermey nailed the character.
The transformation of Goomer Pyle... The sniper scenes... The movie is great.
Chow's on: Still planing with my son. My boy wants pork meat again. Pigs got no chance with him. Not even the chocolate in pig form.
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Post by: Echotech on March 28, 2022, 04:53:36 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on March 28, 2022, 05:47:18 AM
Time for a cappuccino with SAK photo op!:tu:
Emergency beer stop 12 miles from our destination.:like:
Gotta use an iron pot.Someday I will have one, and use it to cook over a proper fire. Someday.
I wanted to make sure I hadn't missed anyone who may have completed a challenge....I did complete the Film's On challenge-within-a-challenge. If need be, I'll backtrack and link to it.
Day 56
Colder today, and no use. So I took a shot of the Pioneer posing with a part needed for a future project. I'm cautiously optimistic the Pioneer will be making new friends tomorrow.
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 28, 2022, 06:31:56 AM
i needed to tighten the grub screw that holds this bath room hook to the mounting plate
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Post by: comis on March 28, 2022, 07:58:15 AM
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Wenger SI opened a pack of tea in the afternoon.
Day 54
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One reoccurring task each week is helping with Little guy's homework.
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 28, 2022, 07:59:27 AM
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 28, 2022, 09:23:42 AM
Day 57 (D+56)
Crumpet time! It’s an overcast, misty day here, unlike Saturday’s glorious sunshine!
I finished the book on the effects of WW1 on the peloton a few weeks back, so please put me down as having completed “Mission Read On!”. In current circumstances, it was not the cheeriest of reads….. :facepalm:
Post by: comis on March 28, 2022, 11:18:15 AM
The 940 is both overrated and underrated. I'm biased because it is a favorite of mine (I have two, the older 154cm version has a lot of pocket time), but I still think it's a bit overhyped.That's a great writeup.
Pro's: Slim, light, and small, so it makes for a great pocket knife. Very functional blade design, makes for a great EDC and a good backpacking knife. Axis lock has been reliable for me, locks up beautifully. Comes in nice steels, heat treated by a good company, so it takes a great edge and holds it. OHO is nice (and lightning fast), but I find the thumb stud does take up a bit of the blade's useful space. My two 940's have a brilliant fit and finish, although the one is showing its age and use a bit.
Con's: Pricey. Seems way too pricey these days. Small handle. I have big hands and the slim & small handle can seem a bit....wee...at times. The funky scale design does allow for a good grip. Small blade. Yeah, I said it. At 3.40" (8.6cm) the blade seems a bit small, especially with that thumb stud. Lint. Lint collects in the lovely Axis lock and the base of the blade. This is true of most pocket knives, but I seem to feel the need to clean out the 940 more often. Maybe because I carried it so much. :dunno:
I'm inclined to value the 950 Rift more. I had an auto Rift that I carried in Afghanistan and really liked. Auto weren't legal here (until recently) so I gave it away. I did replace the auto with a manual. The Rift has a bigger and more utilitarian blade (3.67" (9.3CM)) and much more substantial handle. I haven't hard used the Rift, but it feel more substantial and tougher. Of course, the Rift is bulkier and heavier. It also has aggressively textured G10 scales, which have pro's & con's of their own.
If forced to choose.....I'd pick the 940. Mostly because it works so well as an EDC for me. And it is capable enough to flex into a camping/fishing role nicely, even though I think of it as being a "small" knife. I'd love to do a 30-day challenge with the 940 some day. :tu:
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I gotta say, the 940 seems to pack a lot of knife in a small package. I note that I removed the pocket clip from my 940's, but kept the clip on the Rift....for now.
(https://i.ibb.co/3TF8Qnp/277111534-1150667395749063-2737400342602837951-n.jpg)Good suggestion on the Axis alternative. So far I have never encountered any problem from it, but I did read about the omega spring failure and it is a mechanism that's slightly more complicated to maintain. That's one thing to be taken into account, especially if pricing might be high for the knives.
940 in a pricing line up, if you want to get more into dedicated knives then the QSP Penguin (far left) comes in a variety of materials and price points, that version is denim micarta with a D2 blade for less than $30/£27ish. Benchmades are nice, but since the Axis lock is no longer patented I'd look around at other ones if you want an Axis lock and just go BM if a specific design appeals to you.
Doug Ritter has more reasonably priced Hogue models that are in the vein of the Griptillian.
Post by: comis on March 28, 2022, 11:19:44 AM
Nice ride, McStitchy!Great snap!
Day 56 (D+55)
The move to BST last night made this morning’s ride even earlier than normal, and I swear the wind got colder on the run back! Hopefully the sun will come out again later as I need to do more veg bed prep in the garden….. Anyhow, back now, full English cooking on the stove, time for a cappuccino with SAK photo op!
Day 56Great view!
A photo from earlier in the day, emergency beer stop 12 miles from our destination in Devon - Woolacombe.
Post by: comis on March 28, 2022, 11:21:45 AM
Comm CheckI always have a hard time eating gummy bears ever since I was young, still do. Eating pork chop is one thing, but eating a naked pig bathing in chocolate? Kids got nerves of steel! :D
Hevy reporting.
Read on: Going painfully slow. Book not finished yet.
Film's on: Mission complete.
- Full Metal Jacket. After the excellent reviews here, I got this one.
R Lee Ermey nailed the character.
The transformation of Goomer Pyle... The sniper scenes... The movie is great.
Chow's on: Still planing with my son. My boy wants pork meat again. Pigs got no chance with him. Not even the chocolate in pig form.
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Post by: Adam5 on March 28, 2022, 11:37:19 AM
DAY 57:
Great photo, zoidberg :like:
Post by: an0nemus on March 28, 2022, 01:07:00 PM
Office snack
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Post by: an0nemus on March 28, 2022, 01:07:52 PM
I like your street pics form the other side of the world :2tu:Thanks! Just sharing where our tools are used
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Post by: SubMY on March 28, 2022, 05:15:00 PM
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I'm taking a pass on the food challenge, but I'll enjoy seeing all the various concoctions very one comes up with. Some of the officials ones make absolutely no sense. :D
D+54
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I don't think my SAK even left my pocket this day.
D+55
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A nice break from the chow hall from a pizza place in the town over.
D+56
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Bought this little driver set because apparently no one in this entire unit has a torx set :think:
I missed all the talk about knives even when I started it :rant: my internet is just to slow to upload pictures without sitting in the one building with wifi. I'll have to take a picture of the couple I have with me when I have a chance. I agree with whoever mentioned the 940 being a little over priced. I've owned a couple of them but I would agree with that. The Delica is usually what I recommend to people, it's a good blend of cheap enough and good quality. As for the 940 being small..well I sort see that. I also have a Microtech Socom Elite, that I like and it works in uniform. But personally it's just to large for normal civilian carry. I prefer a smaller knife when just around town. I see the socom as a folding tactical knife, taking the role of a pocket knife and a field/combat knife then the BM 940 is a large pocket knife, and the Delica is a medium pocket knife. Alright Rant over. :salute:
Post by: SubMY on March 28, 2022, 05:20:21 PM
Post by: Ron Who on March 28, 2022, 05:41:49 PM
Today was a chainsaw day, so here´s the GAK with my safety boots. I didn´t get to use the GAK saw.
PS I have no picture for day 55. I don´t think I´ll finish the challenge (but at least I did ok in the first 30 days).
Post by: McStitchy on March 28, 2022, 06:18:42 PM
Day 57
No usage came up for the Soldier today...
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Post by: Nix on March 28, 2022, 07:54:13 PM
Film's on: Mission complete.
- Full Metal Jacket. After the excellent reviews here, I got this one.
R Lee Ermey nailed the character.
The transformation of Goomer Pyle... The sniper scenes... The movie is great.
:tu:
Definitely some pork in my GSMRE! :ahhh
Post by: Nix on March 28, 2022, 07:58:19 PM
D+53
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I'm taking a pass on the food challenge, but I'll enjoy seeing all the various concoctions very one comes up with. Some of the officials ones make absolutely no sense. :D
Given your special circumstances, HQ has authorized you to participate in the Chow's On! challenge using government issued
Post by: Nix on March 28, 2022, 07:58:59 PM
Also I can't remember if "The Forgotten Battle" was on the list of recommendations? If not highly recommend, it's a WW2 film on Netflix. It came out in 2021. It follows a glider pilot, a german soldier and a resistance fighter. It's still new but I'd definitely place it pretty high on my list of war movies.
:tu:
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 28, 2022, 09:38:25 PM
Oh, my....Chili Mex Cheese.... I think I'm in love..... :dd:
It comes highly recommended!
Post by: RF52 on March 28, 2022, 10:11:10 PM
Opened a bag of pyttipanne(no idea what it would translate to :dunno: )
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Post by: Appleandrew on March 28, 2022, 11:29:48 PM
Photo from hotel window…. No real SAK activity today.
Post by: Nix on March 29, 2022, 12:41:09 AM
Opened a bag of pyttipanne(no idea what it would translate to :dunno: )
Potato hash? :think:
Post by: Nix on March 29, 2022, 12:49:11 AM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 29, 2022, 03:47:53 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 29, 2022, 04:00:22 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on March 29, 2022, 05:48:45 AM
DAY 57:Beautiful little spot you found there! :like:
Day 57
I'm cautiously optimistic the Pioneer will be making new friends tomorrow.
He sure did! One of his new friends is much smaller than he is, too...
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Post by: Echotech on March 29, 2022, 06:12:27 AM
Beautiful little spot you found there! :like:Good to see the Opinels arrived FX :like:
Day 57
He sure did! One of his new friends is much smaller than he is, too...
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Nice selection, like the colours. Very fond of mine, get a lot of use in the kitchen particularly
Post by: zoidberg on March 29, 2022, 06:19:36 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 29, 2022, 06:36:09 AM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 29, 2022, 08:04:03 AM
Opening a box of Covid tests for work purposes.
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Post by: RF52 on March 29, 2022, 08:56:06 AM
Probably a close enough translation :tu:
Potato hash? :think:
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Post by: RF52 on March 29, 2022, 09:00:43 AM
Tested the awl to open a package, might need some more practice as I find the blade much easier :tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 29, 2022, 09:23:25 AM
Day 57:
Opened a bag of pyttipanne(no idea what it would translate to :dunno: )
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I was told it’s literally “small pieces in a pan”, but Swedish potato hash? Yummy! Not had it for ages…..
Beautiful little spot you found there! :like:
Day 57
He sure did! One of his new friends is much smaller than he is, too...
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Like that Opinel family! :tu:
Day 56: opening new addition to the patch collection
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Interesting patch!
Day 58: Fixing some Italian sausage :D
They look tasty - not had Italian sausages for a long time either…. :drool:
Post by: RF52 on March 29, 2022, 09:32:04 AM
I was told it’s literally “small pieces in a pan”, but Swedish potato hash? Yummy! Not had it for ages…..Good description :tu: It is just small pieces of meat, potato and onion fried in a pan. Very good with fried eggs and pickled beets :tu:
Like that Opinel family! :tu:
Interesting patch!
They look tasty - not had Italian sausages for a long time either…. :drool:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on March 29, 2022, 10:12:55 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 29, 2022, 11:21:18 AM
Good description :tu: It is just small pieces of meat, potato and onion fried in a pan. Very good with fried eggs and pickled beets :tu:
It is delicious - I make something similar. With diced bacon, surplus chips diced, and onion if space - I then add beaten eggs and cook it like a Spanish tortilla (got taught how to make those on a school exchange trip when I was 17) for breakfast - great after a night before! :drink: It’s a bit of Swedish potato hash, Bavarian farmer’s breakfast, breakfast tortilla!
Day 58 (D+57)
Awlsome work to do this morning- bottle delivery, yay!
Post by: an0nemus on March 29, 2022, 11:24:37 AM
Quick office snack
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Post by: comis on March 29, 2022, 11:31:30 AM
Day 57:Doesn't matter what it really mean, the picture said it all. Looks yummy!
Opened a bag of pyttipanne(no idea what it would translate to :dunno: )
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D-57That's cute. I have taught little guy to stay away from anything that's shiny on my table, and knives are dangerous
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Post by: comis on March 29, 2022, 12:40:36 PM
Beautiful little spot you found there! :like:Nice trio!
Day 57
He sure did! One of his new friends is much smaller than he is, too...
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DAY 58:Great capture, so nice to have a fireplace like that, and everything taken next to it is always picturesque.
Post by: comis on March 29, 2022, 12:42:00 PM
Day 58: Fixing some Italian sausage :DFellow fan of Johnsonville here, hello! :waving:
D +57And am a fan of Nissin cup'o noodle too! :D
Quick office snack
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Post by: comis on March 29, 2022, 12:44:06 PM
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Opened another pack of step drill for home improvement today.
Post by: RF52 on March 29, 2022, 12:59:39 PM
It is delicious - I make something similar. With diced bacon, surplus chips diced, and onion if space - I then add beaten eggs and cook it like a Spanish tortilla (got taught how to make those on a school exchange trip when I was 17) for breakfast - great after a night before! :drink: It’s a bit of Swedish potato hash, Bavarian farmer’s breakfast, breakfast tortilla!Sounds very good :like:
Day 58 (D+57)
Awlsome work to do this morning- bottle delivery, yay!
What bottles did you get?
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Post by: RF52 on March 29, 2022, 01:01:12 PM
Doesn't matter what it really mean, the picture said it all. Looks yummy!:cheers:
That's cute. I have taught little guy to stay away from anything that's shiny on my table, and knives are dangeroustoytool only meant for dad. So far the devious plan to keep all the goodies to myself is working out quite well, but knowing him, it is just a matter of time he will start eyeing my toys.
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 29, 2022, 01:57:33 PM
i've been distracted by powercuts and work-related stuff,i didn't post this yesterday.
i used the blade to open a bag of cat foot
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Post by: Nix on March 29, 2022, 02:22:41 PM
It is delicious - I make something similar. With diced bacon, surplus chips diced, and onion if space - I then add beaten eggs and cook it like a Spanish tortilla (got taught how to make those on a school exchange trip when I was 17) for breakfast - great after a night before! :drink: It’s a bit of Swedish potato hash, Bavarian farmer’s breakfast, breakfast tortilla!
That sounds mighty tasty. I'm a big fan of the Spanish tortilla. And bacon......well....doesn't bacon make everything better?
Post by: SubMY on March 29, 2022, 03:04:31 PM
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Here's a comparison of the socom and a 940, I'll be honest I like carrying the SAK but I do miss having one of these guys. Just because I CAN do everything with the sak doesn't mean I SHOULD, I mean I definitely need the big boys occasionally....that bag of chips looks pretty tough I don't know if the SAK can handle it. ;)
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 29, 2022, 05:30:13 PM
D+57
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Here's a comparison of the socom and a 940, I'll be honest I like carrying the SAK but I do miss having one of these guys. Just because I CAN do everything with the sak doesn't mean I SHOULD, I mean I definitely need the big boys occasionally....that bag of chips looks pretty tough I don't know if the SAK can handle it. ;)
the SOCOM gets my vote :D
i have an older auto
Day 57
more masking tape duties
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Post by: Ron Who on March 29, 2022, 06:00:46 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on March 29, 2022, 07:28:56 PM
No SAK use today but good batch ornament (in hotel).
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 29, 2022, 07:36:21 PM
What bottles did you get?
Some rosé, some Seville orange flavoured gin and some Leffe blonde 750cc bottles…. :drink: I’ll need that breakfast tortilla at this rate! ;) Must try pickled beet next time I make one - usually have some red sauerkraut.
Post by: RF52 on March 29, 2022, 07:59:21 PM
Some rosé, some Seville orange flavoured gin and some Leffe blonde 750cc bottles…. :drink: I’ll need that breakfast tortilla at this rate! ;) Must try pickled beet next time I make one - usually have some red sauerkraut.Nice score :cheers:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 29, 2022, 09:04:27 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 29, 2022, 09:05:25 PM
Day 58
Busy day at the computer with no usage for the Soldier. I had it with me on the after-work-bike-tour though :tu:
Had to be careful not to catch any thorns :ahhh
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Post by: McStitchy on March 29, 2022, 09:06:36 PM
Some rosé, some Seville orange flavoured gin and some Leffe blonde 750cc bottles…. :drink: I’ll need that breakfast tortilla at this rate! ;) Must try pickled beet next time I make one - usually have some red sauerkraut.
I like the Leffe Blonde :tu:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 29, 2022, 09:07:32 PM
Post by: Myron on March 29, 2022, 09:20:42 PM
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Post by: Nix on March 29, 2022, 09:22:34 PM
Here's a comparison of the socom and a 940, I'll be honest I like carrying the SAK but I do miss having one of these guys. Just because I CAN do everything with the sak doesn't mean I SHOULD, I mean I definitely need the big boys occasionally....that bag of chips looks pretty tough I don't know if the SAK can handle it. ;)
Yeah, I felt a bit wistful when handling the 940. I was tempted to slip it into the other pocket for a while....but resisted. :D
Post by: Nix on March 29, 2022, 09:29:39 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on March 29, 2022, 10:19:48 PM
:2tu:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on March 30, 2022, 03:21:40 AM
The SI had no uses today.
In the pic, the SI with my daily beater.
Not expensive, easy to sharpen, open a ocasional beer and under 2 inches of blade. Sometimes I forget It in the pocket of my uniform. I like It ;-)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220330/77d6f215448bc46a938633318565261e.jpg)
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Post by: Echotech on March 30, 2022, 05:05:59 AM
Last week Coco was limping worse than usual, she has bad arthritis not uncommon in large old dogs, so I took her to the vet for a checkup.
The vet was noticeably concerned and said she thought it could be bone cancer, I was devastated. After a very stressful week, Coco had X-rays yesterday and has been given the all clear, what a relief
She unfortunately does have the worst arthritis the vet has seen but otherwise is pretty healthy and it was commented on how happy she is
She’s on different anti-inflammatories and pain killers, green lip oyster oil and turmeric, all of these help a lot and she remains her happy self. Going to try CBD oil next but I think it’s the prescription stuff that’s the most help, same thing I find for me, as I take human equivalents
Anyway cannot tell you how relieved I am after a truly tough week
Must be time for a pigs ear …Coco enjoyed one too :whistle:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 30, 2022, 05:33:04 AM
I was told it’s literally “small pieces in a pan”, but Swedish potato hash? Yummy! Not had it for ages…..Me either, so when the opportunity presented itself :D
Like that Opinel family! :tu:
Interesting patch!
They look tasty - not had Italian sausages for a long time either…. :drool:
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 30, 2022, 05:34:15 AM
Post by: Farmer X on March 30, 2022, 06:14:15 AM
Fixing some Italian sausage :DAwlways a good choice! :tu:
Opened another pack of step drill for home improvement today.What's your next project? I have an ever-growing list (see below)...and probably I should get some new drill bits.
Had to be careful not to catch any thorns :ahhhExcellent shots! :like:
In the pic, the SI with my daily beater.The beater looks pretty neat. Who made it?
Anyway cannot tell you how relieved I am after a truly tough weekGlad to hear Coco is doing well!
Winter's hanging on...Here, too. I sure am sick of it. :rant:
Day 58
Slightly late check-in due to recalcitrant comms. :ahhh
More future projects were unpacked
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Day 59
Last week Coco was limping worse than usual, she has bad arthritis not uncommon in large old dogs, so I took her to the vet for a checkup.
The vet was noticeably concerned and said she thought it could be bone cancer, I was devastated. After a very stressful week, Coco had X-rays yesterday and has been given the all clear, what a relief
She unfortunately does have the worst arthritis the vet has seen but otherwise is pretty healthy and it was commented on how happy she is
She’s on different anti-inflammatories and pain killers, green lip oyster oil and turmeric, all of these help a lot and she remains her happy self. Going to try CBD oil next but I think it’s the prescription stuff that’s the most help, same thing I find for me, as I take human equivalents
Anyway cannot tell you how relieved I am after a truly tough week
Must be time for a pigs ear …Coco enjoyed one too :whistle:
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Glad she's doing ok! :tu:
Post by: zoidberg on March 30, 2022, 08:50:11 AM
Post by: McStitchy on March 30, 2022, 08:51:25 AM
Day 59
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Anyway cannot tell you how relieved I am after a truly tough week
Must be time for a pigs ear …Coco enjoyed one too :whistle:
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Glad to hear that you are both keeping happy :like:
...wait...what? :ahhh
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 30, 2022, 08:52:06 AM
Day 59
Last week Coco was limping worse than usual, she has bad arthritis not uncommon in large old dogs, so I took her to the vet for a checkup.
The vet was noticeably concerned and said she thought it could be bone cancer, I was devastated. After a very stressful week, Coco had X-rays yesterday and has been given the all clear, what a relief
She unfortunately does have the worst arthritis the vet has seen but otherwise is pretty healthy and it was commented on how happy she is
She’s on different anti-inflammatories and pain killers, green lip oyster oil and turmeric, all of these help a lot and she remains her happy self. Going to try CBD oil next but I think it’s the prescription stuff that’s the most help, same thing I find for me, as I take human equivalents
Anyway cannot tell you how relieved I am after a truly tough week
Must be time for a pigs ear …Coco enjoyed one too :whistle:
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Thank goodness Coco was given the all clear! :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on March 30, 2022, 08:55:10 AM
Excellent shots! :like:
Day 58
Slightly late check-in due to recalcitrant comms. :ahhh
More future projects were unpackedtodayyesterday.
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:hatsoff: ...awlways good to have a little project :tu:
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 30, 2022, 09:40:58 AM
Post by: an0nemus on March 30, 2022, 01:25:21 PM
And am a fan of Nissin cup'o noodle too! :D
Nothing beats this for instant delight!
Post by: an0nemus on March 30, 2022, 01:30:15 PM
Another package duty
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Post by: comis on March 30, 2022, 01:56:38 PM
D+57Thanks for the comparison pix. I'd heard much about the socom and would love to get one some day, they went off the shelf fast.
(https://i.imgur.com/D6OVC1W.jpeg)
Here's a comparison of the socom and a 940, I'll be honest I like carrying the SAK but I do miss having one of these guys. Just because I CAN do everything with the sak doesn't mean I SHOULD, I mean I definitely need the big boys occasionally....that bag of chips looks pretty tough I don't know if the SAK can handle it. ;)
Yeah, I felt a bit wistful when handling the 940. I was tempted to slip it into the other pocket for a while....but resisted. :D:D
Day 59Here is to hope she will remain healthy and happy, and looks like the pig's ear is working its magic. :)
Last week Coco was limping worse than usual, she has bad arthritis not uncommon in large old dogs, so I took her to the vet for a checkup.
The vet was noticeably concerned and said she thought it could be bone cancer, I was devastated. After a very stressful week, Coco had X-rays yesterday and has been given the all clear, what a relief
She unfortunately does have the worst arthritis the vet has seen but otherwise is pretty healthy and it was commented on how happy she is
She’s on different anti-inflammatories and pain killers, green lip oyster oil and turmeric, all of these help a lot and she remains her happy self. Going to try CBD oil next but I think it’s the prescription stuff that’s the most help, same thing I find for me, as I take human equivalents
Anyway cannot tell you how relieved I am after a truly tough week
Must be time for a pigs ear …Coco enjoyed one too :whistle:
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Post by: comis on March 30, 2022, 01:57:52 PM
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No use to day, Wenger SI posing next to a Lego MOC(my own creation) based on a youtube video I saw.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 30, 2022, 02:37:14 PM
Day 59 (D+58)
Back on post duty - main blade makes short work of the plastic bag containing another Parker 75 Sterling silver got for a bargain price as it clearly needs a good clean - fingers crossed the nib works as I’m after a No 65 (fine). A project for the weekend!
Post by: Ron Who on March 30, 2022, 05:44:53 PM
Post by: Myron on March 30, 2022, 06:02:06 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 30, 2022, 07:03:55 PM
Post by: Myron on March 30, 2022, 07:57:36 PM
I gotta say, I like carrying my GAK but I'm looking forward to carrying my other knives and tools again. It's a good knife, but not one I'd EDC long term. I like my gadgets!
This, exactly. I was waiting for the end of the challenge to say it, but I already know my conclusions. The Pioneer is awesome, one of my all-time favorites in fact, but I miss my scissors, and I miss variety. Gets boring carrying the same pocket knife every day. This will be my last 90 day challenge.
Post by: Santos on March 30, 2022, 08:05:46 PM
D51 i started manoveurs for the temporary redeployment from Pacific Theatre to the South Atlantic. Packing and commitments meant i could not report in but the Soldier dutifully photo documented daily logs. Day 54 redeployment commenced and as per international security regulations no Photos of Soldier were taking during transportation period.
An official statement can be made that the path took 34hrs from airplane departure Sydney to San Fransisco followed by connections to Houston before final arriving in Rio de Janeiro and heading to current base of operations. Total travel time exceeded 48 hours and included an extend stop at the Island of Itacuruça to recover from Jetlag.
Here the soldier reported in for duty and resumed logging of photos as per regulations.
The second morning the Soldier was sighted briefly but failed to log your phot and then went AWOL. After an extensive search and rescue Soldier failed to appear in a 36 hour period.
Challenged Failed on D57 of official deployment window. :ahhh ( Making it an unofficial 87 days of daily carry including January Trial recon.)
I was really sad to lose my 83 but really enjoyed having the Soldier and started looking for a replacement.
D59 the Soldier reappeared in my daypack. The daypack i emptied COMPLETELY several times and shook each and every content to make sure it was somewhere. Happy the Soldier is safe but it has already been court marshalled. Search and rescue checked beach and lodgings for hours and resources were expended in its rescue. :twak:
I will continue to report in till D90.
Photos for D51-54, D57-59 inbound when i can stabilize coms.
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 30, 2022, 08:07:47 PM
Post by: McStitchy on March 30, 2022, 08:26:46 PM
Day 59
Not much to say, just a walk at the bay...
(https://i.imgur.com/7YQEleM.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on March 30, 2022, 08:31:06 PM
I gotta say, I like carrying my GAK but I'm looking forward to carrying my other knives and tools again. It's a good knife, but not one I'd EDC long term. I like my gadgets!
This, exactly. I was waiting for the end of the challenge to say it, but I already know my conclusions. The Pioneer is awesome, one of my all-time favorites in fact, but I miss my scissors, and I miss variety. Gets boring carrying the same pocket knife every day. This will be my last 90 day challenge.
(https://i.imgur.com/rlfBgAz.gif)
...although, I do miss some variety as well :-\
Post by: Myron on March 30, 2022, 08:57:50 PM
Post by: RF52 on March 30, 2022, 09:28:39 PM
Fired up the mini twig stove again :tu:
And had some ice cream after :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on March 30, 2022, 09:31:32 PM
Day 59Glad to hear it wasn't cancer, and that she was enjoying her pig ear :tu:
Last week Coco was limping worse than usual, she has bad arthritis not uncommon in large old dogs, so I took her to the vet for a checkup.
The vet was noticeably concerned and said she thought it could be bone cancer, I was devastated. After a very stressful week, Coco had X-rays yesterday and has been given the all clear, what a relief
She unfortunately does have the worst arthritis the vet has seen but otherwise is pretty healthy and it was commented on how happy she is
She’s on different anti-inflammatories and pain killers, green lip oyster oil and turmeric, all of these help a lot and she remains her happy self. Going to try CBD oil next but I think it’s the prescription stuff that’s the most help, same thing I find for me, as I take human equivalents
Anyway cannot tell you how relieved I am after a truly tough week
Must be time for a pigs ear …Coco enjoyed one too :whistle:
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on March 30, 2022, 09:35:02 PM
Staple removal. Worked well at it, too.
(https://i.imgur.com/VTprPnO.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 30, 2022, 10:43:19 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/rlfBgAz.gif)
...although, I do miss some variety as well :-\
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 30, 2022, 10:43:37 PM
Glad to hear it wasn't cancer, and that she was enjoying her pig ear :tu:
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Post by: Echotech on March 30, 2022, 11:29:49 PM
Attache Santos Reporting in
D51 i started manoveurs for the temporary redeployment from Pacific Theatre to the South Atlantic. Packing and commitments meant i could not report in but the Soldier dutifully photo documented daily logs. Day 54 redeployment commenced and as per international security regulations no Photos of Soldier were taking during transportation period.
An official statement can be made that the path took 34hrs from airplane departure Sydney to San Fransisco followed by connections to Houston before final arriving in Rio de Janeiro and heading to current base of operations. Total travel time exceeded 48 hours and included an extend stop at the Island of Itacuruça to recover from Jetlag.
Here the soldier reported in for duty and resumed logging of photos as per regulations.
The second morning the Soldier was sighted briefly but failed to log your phot and then went AWOL. After an extensive search and rescue Soldier failed to appear in a 36 hour period.
Challenged Failed on D57 of official deployment window. :ahhh ( Making it an unofficial 87 days of daily carry including January Trial recon.)
I was really sad to lose my 83 but really enjoyed having the Soldier and started looking for a replacement.
D59 the Soldier reappeared in my daypack. The daypack i emptied COMPLETELY several times and shook each and every content to make sure it was somewhere. Happy the Soldier is safe but it has already been court marshalled. Search and rescue checked beach and lodgings for hours and resources were expended in its rescue. :twak:
I will continue to report in till D90.
Photos for D51-54, D57-59 inbound when i can stabilize coms.
:like: Glad you got it back mate, with 3 days to go that'd have added insult to injury :ahhh
Post by: Echotech on March 30, 2022, 11:30:22 PM
Day 59
Not much to say, just a walk at the bay...
(https://i.imgur.com/7YQEleM.jpg)
Great pic McS :like:
Post by: Echotech on March 30, 2022, 11:31:21 PM
Day 59:
Fired up the mini twig stove again :tu:
And had some ice cream after :tu:
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Top uses and pics RF52 :like: :tu:
Post by: Echotech on March 30, 2022, 11:33:50 PM
She seems to be doing well, doesn't know what all the fuss is about i suspect.
Currently snoring loudly after an early walk in the dark and some decent rations
Post by: McStitchy on March 31, 2022, 12:05:12 AM
Great pic McS :like:
:cheers: Echo
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on March 31, 2022, 03:45:15 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 31, 2022, 03:54:29 AM
Post by: Echotech on March 31, 2022, 04:33:05 AM
Day 60!! Still loving the 08, nothing has really changed in the last 30 days since my last review. Apart from missing mixing things up with other carries as mentioned by Myron and others, and slightly missing scissors, but not as much as I’d have thought, the 08 is great. Yes as previously said would prefer a straight edge but really I could carry this permanently and be happy
Extra Extra Fine diamond whetstone for my DMT sharpener
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Post by: Nix on March 31, 2022, 04:54:18 AM
Thank goodness Coco was given the all clear! :tu:
:iagree: :ahhh
Post by: Nix on March 31, 2022, 05:02:05 AM
Santos --
Post up all your photos, and few "mysteriously obtained" photos for D55 & 56, and continue the challenge. Old Soldiers may go missing, but they never die. :salute:
Post by: Nix on March 31, 2022, 05:03:35 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/rHwfIDv.jpg)
Glad to find the cap lifter is still working.....
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Post by: Echotech on March 31, 2022, 05:04:19 AM
:iagree: :ahhhThanks Nix :tu:
Post by: Nix on March 31, 2022, 05:05:57 AM
Thanks Nix :tu:
Arthritis is no fun (I know this first hand), but not near as bad as some alternatives. So it was a nice relief to hear Coco had a not-so-bad diagnosis. :tu:
Post by: Echotech on March 31, 2022, 05:09:10 AM
Arthritis is no fun (I know this first hand), but not near as bad as some alternatives. So it was a nice relief to hear Coco had a not-so-bad diagnosis. :tu:Thanks mate, yes arthritis is pretty rotten I too suffer from it to a degree but as you say a lot better than the alternative. Vet said she’s healthy otherwise which was good news :tu:
Post by: Farmer X on March 31, 2022, 06:01:54 AM
:hatsoff: ...awlways good to have a little project :tu:I have many small to medium ones, plus a major one (the roof) that I am not doing myself.
Day 59, lunch time.A great lunch!
Fired up the mini twig stove again :tu::like:
Day 59
No use
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Post by: RF52 on March 31, 2022, 06:22:32 AM
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Top uses and pics RF52 :like: :tu::cheers:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on March 31, 2022, 06:31:16 AM
Post by: an0nemus on March 31, 2022, 07:44:58 AM
Ordinary street scene
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 31, 2022, 08:01:39 AM
Attache Santos Reporting inthat soldier was on dark ops
D51 i started manoveurs for the temporary redeployment from Pacific Theatre to the South Atlantic. Packing and commitments meant i could not report in but the Soldier dutifully photo documented daily logs. Day 54 redeployment commenced and as per international security regulations no Photos of Soldier were taking during transportation period.
An official statement can be made that the path took 34hrs from airplane departure Sydney to San Fransisco followed by connections to Houston before final arriving in Rio de Janeiro and heading to current base of operations. Total travel time exceeded 48 hours and included an extend stop at the Island of Itacuruça to recover from Jetlag.
Here the soldier reported in for duty and resumed logging of photos as per regulations.
The second morning the Soldier was sighted briefly but failed to log your phot and then went AWOL. After an extensive search and rescue Soldier failed to appear in a 36 hour period.
Challenged Failed on D57 of official deployment window. :ahhh ( Making it an unofficial 87 days of daily carry including January Trial recon.)
I was really sad to lose my 83 but really enjoyed having the Soldier and started looking for a replacement.
D59 the Soldier reappeared in my daypack. The daypack i emptied COMPLETELY several times and shook each and every content to make sure it was somewhere. Happy the Soldier is safe but it has already been court marshalled. Search and rescue checked beach and lodgings for hours and resources were expended in its rescue. :twak:
I will continue to report in till D90.
Photos for D51-54, D57-59 inbound when i can stabilize coms.
:D
Day 58
sitting around
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51972659051_fa2e3476d0.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nbDsQt)20220331_063403 (https://flic.kr/p/2nbDsQt) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Day 59
assisted with food procurement [closing a box of wheetbix] but i didn't get a pic
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51972976489_9fe5f00f35.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nbF6cx)20220331_080513 (https://flic.kr/p/2nbF6cx) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on March 31, 2022, 08:07:42 AM
I gotta say, I like carrying my GAK but I'm looking forward to carrying my other knives and tools again. It's a good knife, but not one I'd EDC long term. I like my gadgets!
same,but i would still add 1 to the collection,well i plan to :D
i also managed to procure some items for my Ratpack,i'll post a pic later
Post by: Barry Rowland on March 31, 2022, 08:48:04 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on March 31, 2022, 09:53:52 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 31, 2022, 10:07:58 AM
Day 60 (D+59)
Back from the early morning shop, time to get the spuds into a more breathable bag for storage as usual. Photo makes it look bright, but it was actually overcast and cold, though no snow……
2/3 of the way through, everyone! :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on March 31, 2022, 12:04:39 PM
Post by: comis on March 31, 2022, 01:59:22 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/W0oARTm.jpg)
SI opened a pack of fuel, something similar is probably going into the Chow CIC.
Post by: comis on March 31, 2022, 02:04:23 PM
Day 59, lunch time. :)Healthy, nice eat! :drool:
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Great view, being stuck at home nowadays, I am envious of all the pix outside. :dd:Day 59
Not much to say, just a walk at the bay...
(https://i.imgur.com/7YQEleM.jpg)
Day 58: Opened a few packages. Nothing to interesting today. Figured I'd do a glamor shot insteadInteresting Metal Complex sticker, I watch his videoes sometimes. :tu:
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Post by: comis on March 31, 2022, 02:07:41 PM
Day 59: Opened up an old cabinet with the combo tool. The key is long gone but the combo tool will let me have something to get hold of. The regular Vic can opener works too, but this fits like a glove!Interesting use Barry! :cheers:
D-60Is it Arabic on the bag? What does it say on the bag? :pok:
DAY 60:How did you even spot it in the first place? Cool!
Post by: Simon_Templar on March 31, 2022, 04:57:35 PM
DAY 60:
Geez, you Aussies got some nasty critters <shudder>
Post by: Ron Who on March 31, 2022, 05:35:57 PM
The wine bottles have screw caps :(
Post by: Myron on March 31, 2022, 06:24:01 PM
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Post by: RF52 on March 31, 2022, 07:31:07 PM
Managed to get some alone time, I spent it with my Lansky system and sharpened a Seved knife :tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on March 31, 2022, 08:50:55 PM
That was a busy day at the (home) office, so why not mark getting 2/3 of the way through this challenge with a brew! Been an odd day weather wise, spells of brilliant sunshine and gusty squalls of snow (not that any stuck, too warm). Here’s some early evening light shining through a bottle of OP - cheers, everyone! :cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on March 31, 2022, 09:27:35 PM
Day 57
(https://i.imgur.com/W0oARTm.jpg)
SI opened a pack of fuel, something similar is probably going into the Chow CIC.
:drool:
Post by: McStitchy on March 31, 2022, 09:31:24 PM
Day 59: Opened up an old cabinet with the combo tool. The key is long gone but the combo tool will let me have something to get hold of. The regular Vic can opener works too, but this fits like a glove!
Look here! The Lock Picking Sawyer? :D
Post by: McStitchy on March 31, 2022, 09:34:12 PM
Day 60
...
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Post by: Nix on March 31, 2022, 11:15:58 PM
Geez, you Aussies got some nasty critters <shudder>
Hey, hey. Keep it friendly. Please don't talk smack about other people's pets. :rofl:
Post by: Nix on March 31, 2022, 11:42:36 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/qRbChAp.jpg)
Post by: Echotech on March 31, 2022, 11:56:08 PM
Hey, hey. Keep it friendly. Please don't talk smack about other people's pets. :rofl::rofl:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 01, 2022, 12:18:58 AM
Don't eat cheese just before bed, they say...
(https://i.imgur.com/awQzxuC.jpg)
To think we've basically got "a challenge" left to go...
Post by: Nix on April 01, 2022, 12:53:10 AM
Post by: Nix on April 01, 2022, 03:13:07 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/C5AbnfL.jpg)
Used the Soldier to cut the above pork loin section into kabobs.
(https://i.imgur.com/RpIed1t.jpg)
Taking off the "silver skin" or fascia from the loin seemed trickier with the serrated blade than I expected. Maybe it was just me, but I think a plain edge would have done a bit better. Cubing the meat up was easy with this sharp knife, however.
Cubed meat got marinated for an hour or so in olive oil, vinegar, garlic, garlic, garlic, salt & pepper, and some herbs. A bit more salt & pepper, then on to a hot grill. Served with grilled onions and (not shown) tomato salsa. T'was goooood!
(https://i.imgur.com/q0eERIt.jpg)
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 01, 2022, 03:13:38 AM
No uses today...
I spent the day atending some medical appointments. Just checking the joints on my right leg and right arm. Old wounds... Knee, ankle, elbow...
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 01, 2022, 03:17:05 AM
Busy day at work. Coffee is always needed to keep the rithm.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220401/ae162887b5a556e28d8acb7014deb5ee.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 01, 2022, 03:18:42 AM
More Soldier action today.Looks tasty!
(https://i.imgur.com/C5AbnfL.jpg)
Used the Soldier to cut the above pork loin section into kabobs.
(https://i.imgur.com/RpIed1t.jpg)
Taking off the "silver skin" or fascia from the loin seemed trickier with the serrated blade than I expected. Maybe it was just me, but I think a plain edge would have done a bit better. Cubing the meat up was easy with this sharp knife, however.
Cubed meat got marinated for an hour or so in olive oil, vinegar, garlic, garlic, garlic, salt & pepper, and some herbs. A bit more salt & pepper, then on to a hot grill. Served with grilled onions and (not shown) tomato salsa. T'was goooood!
(https://i.imgur.com/q0eERIt.jpg)
Good recipe to try for my boy.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 01, 2022, 03:19:45 AM
Attache Santos Reporting inWelcome back!
D51 i started manoveurs for the temporary redeployment from Pacific Theatre to the South Atlantic. Packing and commitments meant i could not report in but the Soldier dutifully photo documented daily logs. Day 54 redeployment commenced and as per international security regulations no Photos of Soldier were taking during transportation period.
An official statement can be made that the path took 34hrs from airplane departure Sydney to San Fransisco followed by connections to Houston before final arriving in Rio de Janeiro and heading to current base of operations. Total travel time exceeded 48 hours and included an extend stop at the Island of Itacuruça to recover from Jetlag.
Here the soldier reported in for duty and resumed logging of photos as per regulations.
The second morning the Soldier was sighted briefly but failed to log your phot and then went AWOL. After an extensive search and rescue Soldier failed to appear in a 36 hour period.
Challenged Failed on D57 of official deployment window. :ahhh ( Making it an unofficial 87 days of daily carry including January Trial recon.)
I was really sad to lose my 83 but really enjoyed having the Soldier and started looking for a replacement.
D59 the Soldier reappeared in my daypack. The daypack i emptied COMPLETELY several times and shook each and every content to make sure it was somewhere. Happy the Soldier is safe but it has already been court marshalled. Search and rescue checked beach and lodgings for hours and resources were expended in its rescue. :twak:
I will continue to report in till D90.
Photos for D51-54, D57-59 inbound when i can stabilize coms.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 01, 2022, 03:22:42 AM
The beater looks pretty neat. Who made it?
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Post by: Nix on April 01, 2022, 03:32:15 AM
Looks tasty!
Good recipe to try for my boy.
We know he likes pork... ;)
(If I were to do it again, I would marinate the pork over night. However, even a quick marinade for an hour was pretty darned good! :cheers: )
Post by: Echotech on April 01, 2022, 03:39:57 AM
More Soldier action today.:drool: sounds great
(https://i.imgur.com/C5AbnfL.jpg)
Used the Soldier to cut the above pork loin section into kabobs.
(https://i.imgur.com/RpIed1t.jpg)
Taking off the "silver skin" or fascia from the loin seemed trickier with the serrated blade than I expected. Maybe it was just me, but I think a plain edge would have done a bit better. Cubing the meat up was easy with this sharp knife, however.
Cubed meat got marinated for an hour or so in olive oil, vinegar, garlic, garlic, garlic, salt & pepper, and some herbs. A bit more salt & pepper, then on to a hot grill. Served with grilled onions and (not shown) tomato salsa. T'was goooood!
(https://i.imgur.com/q0eERIt.jpg)
I tried the 08 serrated edge on the silver skin of a pork loin a few weeks ago and ended up using a Vic SE pairing knife as the SE tore it up a bit
For the loin I first dry it off with paper towels and then a light coating of olive oil. Then coat it in a mixture of brown sugar, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne, mustard powder, salt and pepper. Into air fryer for 20 minutes at 200C, comes out great
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 01, 2022, 03:41:38 AM
Doesn't matter what it really mean, the picture said it all. Looks yummy!I tried an approach based on mutual respect with my older kid...
That's cute. I have taught little guy to stay away from anything that's shiny on my table, and knives are dangeroustoytool only meant for dad. So far the devious plan to keep all the goodies to myself is working out quite well, but knowing him, it is just a matter of time he will start eyeing my toys.
Since his early years he can see and even touch most of my tools and SAKs... And my training Jian swords, Dao swords, Hook swords, a Kuan Dao (the list goes on). But only with supervision and asking first. Worked very well. He never got any of these things without asking first.
He got his first SAK and first toolbox with circa seven years old.
Let's see how It works with my little girl in the future.
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Post by: Nix on April 01, 2022, 03:57:02 AM
:drool: sounds great
I tried the 08 serrated edge on the silver skin of a pork loin a few weeks ago and ended up using a Vic SE pairing knife as the SE tore it up a bit
For the loin I first dry it off with paper towels and then a light coating of olive oil. Then coat it in a mixture of brown sugar, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne, mustard powder, salt and pepper. Into air fryer for 20 minutes at 200C, comes out great
:like: Sounds excellent!
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 01, 2022, 04:22:34 AM
I tried an approach based on mutual respect with my older kid...
Since his early years he can see and even touch most of my tools and SAKs... And my training Jian swords, Dao swords, Hook swords, a Kuan Dao (the list goes on). But only with supervision and asking first. Worked very well. He never got any of these things without asking first.
He got his first SAK and first toolbox with circa seven years old.
Let's see how It works with my little girl in the future.
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Post by: Farmer X on April 01, 2022, 04:40:08 AM
T'was goooood!I bet it was...even though the onions are underdone for my liking. I like my onions burned (I know, I'm a wacko).
Coffee is always needed to keep the rithm.Sweet mug! :like:
Day 60
Two-thirds of the way through! Broke down some boxes today.
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 01, 2022, 05:01:46 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 01, 2022, 05:28:14 AM
The surprise box arrived! :like:
Post by: an0nemus on April 01, 2022, 05:35:56 AM
Again, another street scene
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Post by: Echotech on April 01, 2022, 05:42:44 AM
Day 61:woohoo: :like:
The surprise box arrived! :like:
Post by: Echotech on April 01, 2022, 05:43:18 AM
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Post by: comis on April 01, 2022, 08:25:12 AM
I tried an approach based on mutual respect with my older kid...That's really cool.
Since his early years he can see and even touch most of my tools and SAKs... And my training Jian swords, Dao swords, Hook swords, a Kuan Dao (the list goes on). But only with supervision and asking first. Worked very well. He never got any of these things without asking first.
He got his first SAK and first toolbox with circa seven years old.
Let's see how It works with my little girl in the future.
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Since many of us are knife enthusiats, so this may not need more introduction, but Kuan Dao is a type of Chinese polearm which has a long blade attached to the top of the handle, and usually with a spike at the end. One of the most well known weapons was the Green Dragon Crescent blade yielded by General Guan Yu, in frictional story "Romance of Three Kingdoms". The legendary weapon was said to have weighted at roughly 20kg. And that's how the weapon got it's name Guan(Kuan) dao (sword).
In reality, no one really knows whether General Guan did yield the Green Dragon Crescent or whether it did weight 20kg, but General Guan being one of the most fearsome and loyal warrior is well respected by all the armed/police/militia forces within the Chinese culture till today. A modern movie adaptation of Guan Yu, just for fun:
https://youtu.be/5EHvtuEgjII?t=45
Post by: comis on April 01, 2022, 08:32:40 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/m1gUtyZ.jpg)
No use till now, just posing with to a marble run the little guy loved so much.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 01, 2022, 10:03:58 AM
Day 61 (D+60)
It’ll be another day at the keyboard, but on firing up the computer, the trackpad tells me the batteries are running low already - shows how much I’ve been using it I suppose! At least swapping eneloops around isn’t that much of a problem! The keyboard is still at 85%….
Post by: zoidberg on April 01, 2022, 10:24:53 AM
Geez, youAussiesKiwis got some nasty critters <shudder>
Fixed.
Post by: zoidberg on April 01, 2022, 10:30:29 AM
Post by: comis on April 01, 2022, 10:52:18 AM
Thanks for that explanation - I for one certainly learned something new, Comis! :hatsoff::cheers:
Day 61 (D+60)
It’ll be another day at the keyboard, but on firing up the computer, the trackpad tells me the batteries are running low already - shows how much I’ve been using it I suppose! At least swapping eneloops around isn’t that much of a problem! The keyboard is still at 85%….
DAY 61:I have a dumb home improvement question for everyone--I recently got a electric hand drill and was drilling holes on metal carbinet frames.
I noticed I did need to exert a fair amount of force in order for the drill bit to go thru that 2mm sheet, but if I push too hard the chuck will no longer be able to hold onto the drill bit, and the bit may loosen and slide all the way inwards. Once I created a 2-3mm lead hole, enlarging the hole was way easier.
I have some experience with a drill press, and holding onto the drill bit never seem to be a problem(the chuck wasn't keyless). But these keyless chuck on electric hand drill seemed weaker.
Is there anyway to deal with this? Will changing to all metal chuck solve the problem? Or do people simply let the drill bit slide all the way in, before enclosing the grip?(which may cut and ruin the grip if it slip under pressure?)
Post by: zoidberg on April 01, 2022, 11:16:14 AM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 01, 2022, 11:28:40 AM
Catchup day 59
Tinkering in workshop
Post by: Appleandrew on April 01, 2022, 11:29:49 AM
Catch-up day 60.
Leaving drinks for a colleague yesterday. Somehow managed to forget to post……
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 01, 2022, 11:40:30 AM
i drink tea,specifically the Five Roses "Ceylon or African blend". i'm not a fan of the Rooibos [Afrikaans for redbush] tea but it will do in a pinch.
i like coffee with a lot of milk,and sugar.
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Day 59
all packed up
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Post by: comis on April 01, 2022, 02:22:09 PM
Are you locking the chuck? Crank and tighten down on the bit then go back the other way a click.Thanks, zoidberg! Did that, but the dilemma was either I didn't exert enough force so the drill bit wasn't penetrating/drilling into the metal, or I exert too much and the bit just slid backwards into the chuck.
I have a few bits that were long enough, so the end could touch the retaining screw while the grip of the chuck are stilling holding onto the shank, instead of the flute/sharp part. Those seem to be fine even I exert a lot of force while drilling very slowly. But the short bits do tend to slip backwards more, especially without backing all the way into the chuck. These seem to be a common problem amongst the chuck with plastic parts. :think:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 01, 2022, 03:15:09 PM
Post by: Nix on April 01, 2022, 04:23:08 PM
I bet it was...even though the onions are underdone for my liking. I like my onions burned (I know, I'm a wacko).
Truth be told, I was going for a bit more browned myself....but the pork was ready.... :drool:
Post by: Nix on April 01, 2022, 04:26:18 PM
Once I created a 2-3mm lead hole, enlarging the hole was way easier.
Some bits have a faceted shank, that prevents slipping.
Regardless, when using one of those stepped bits to enlarge a hole, I usually drill a 'pilot hole' with a standard bit first. Sounds like that was solution you landed on anyway. :tu:
Post by: an0nemus on April 01, 2022, 04:33:13 PM
Used to assemble two cabinets
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Post by: Ron Who on April 01, 2022, 04:35:18 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 01, 2022, 06:08:23 PM
Beer Time!!!!
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 01, 2022, 08:54:04 PM
More post...
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Post by: RF52 on April 01, 2022, 09:34:09 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on April 01, 2022, 09:56:28 PM
Day 61
Today the 'ol Soldier helped with a litle garden hose project...
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Post by: Nix on April 01, 2022, 11:12:30 PM
Post by: Nix on April 02, 2022, 12:34:39 AM
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Post by: Myron on April 02, 2022, 04:34:48 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 02, 2022, 04:58:47 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 02, 2022, 05:10:11 AM
To celebrate the Fools Of April challenge currently running, here’s my 08 posing with the Fools Of April 2021 prize, very generously donated by our host Nix, a gentleman and a scholar :salute:
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Post by: Farmer X on April 02, 2022, 05:12:57 AM
Is there anyway to deal with this?If at all possible, I take a center punch to metal before drilling it. And I'm not a fan of chuckless drills, either.
i like coffee with a lot of milk,and sugar.Are those the single-serve packets with sugar and dried milk mixed in? I've seen those on YouTube ration reviews. Probably not my thing...
Beer Time!!!!Best time of the day! :like:
Picked up a new car today.What did you get?
Here’s my 08 posing with the Fools Of April 2021 prize.That's a beautiful Buck! :like:
Day 61
After much time thinking about a new lanyard, I made it happen today. As it was tied directly onto the split ring, a Gerber Suspension NXT had to help out. I wish I knew what this pattern is called!
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Post by: Myron on April 02, 2022, 05:22:28 AM
BMW X3 M40i !
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Post by: comis on April 02, 2022, 08:46:57 AM
Some bits have a faceted shank, that prevents slipping.Hmm, faceted shank, good idea, I gotta look for that. :cheers: Love the drill bits, but truth be told, I felt like I am pushing more than drilling when I am making the pilot hole.
Regardless, when using one of those stepped bits to enlarge a hole, I usually drill a 'pilot hole' with a standard bit first. Sounds like that was solution you landed on anyway. :tu:
Day 62That's special! Hope those
To celebrate the Fools Of April challenge currently running, here’s my 08 posing with the Fools Of April 2021 prize, very generously donated by our host Nix, a gentleman and a scholar :salute:
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@Farmer XNice ride! :tu:
BMW X3 M40i !
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Post by: comis on April 02, 2022, 08:48:33 AM
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More package opening today.
Post by: zoidberg on April 02, 2022, 09:27:56 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 02, 2022, 09:37:52 AM
DAY 62:Stunning :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 02, 2022, 10:14:58 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 02, 2022, 11:36:57 AM
Day 62 (D+61)
Dicing duty for the main blade, bacon and cold chips (left over from last night’s fish & chips) used to make the breakfast tortilla I mentioned a few days back, served with some pickled red cabbage and a cappuccino - sets me up for the Times crossword to complete my Saturday morning ritual (interspersed with hanging the laundry out!).
Post by: McStitchy on April 02, 2022, 12:22:47 PM
Day 62
To celebrate the Fools Of April challenge currently running, here’s my 08 posing with the Fools Of April 2021 prize, very generously donated by our host Nix, a gentleman and a scholar :salute:
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:ahhh :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on April 02, 2022, 12:24:08 PM
DAY 62:
Oooh... that's a beautiful spot :dd:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 02, 2022, 01:49:48 PM
Post by: Nix on April 02, 2022, 03:51:51 PM
DAY 62:
Gorgeous view, that, zoidberg! :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 02, 2022, 03:53:25 PM
Dicing duty for the main blade, bacon and cold chips (left over from last night’s fish & chips) used to make the breakfast tortilla I mentioned a few days back, served with some pickled red cabbage and a cappuccino - sets me up for the Times crossword to complete my Saturday morning ritual (interspersed with hanging the laundry out!).
Cor...that looks tasty. I'm a huge fan of pickled red cabbage. :tu:
Post by: Ron Who on April 02, 2022, 05:58:24 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 02, 2022, 07:09:16 PM
If at all possible, I take a center punch to metal before drilling it. And I'm not a fan of chuckless drills, either.
Are those the single-serve packets with sugar and dried milk mixed in? I've seen those on YouTube ration reviews. Probably not my thing...
Best time of the day! :like:
What did you get?
That's a beautiful Buck! :like:
Day 61
After much time thinking about a new lanyard, I made it happen today. As it was tied directly onto the split ring, a Gerber Suspension NXT had to help out. I wish I knew what this pattern is called!
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no,it's just coffee.
cool macro
Day 60
the awl helped remove the awful seal on a gas tank
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Post by: Nix on April 02, 2022, 07:27:26 PM
Post by: Nix on April 02, 2022, 07:31:02 PM
I have more complete FAK’s, but here is my most most carried:
(https://i.imgur.com/u9l2Lsp.jpg)
The tourniquet, mylar blanket, and small pouch (with tweezers attached) go with me for short trips, day hikes, or backpacking adventures.
I carry the TK because I play with sharp stuff and sometimes wonder around in the woods during hunting season.
The blanket is for hypothermia prevention/treatment and or shock.
The small pouch contains a bunch of first aid and survival type stuff:
(https://i.imgur.com/WrYzwFu.jpg)
Starting from the mylar blanket, going clockwise:
• Water purification tabs. They are slow to work and don’t kill cysts, but can be used to treat dehydration, etc…
• Small baggie with safety pins, needles, thread, and P-38. Needle can be used for removing splinters that the tweezers can’t grab or piercing blisters (controversial). Safety pins have a dozen first aid uses.
• Small, single use, vials of eye drops, x2. My favorite IFAK component.
• Large Band Aid, small gauze, and cloth medical tape. All good for small wounds. Some people think that if you have a cut that can be treated with a Band Aid, you don’t need a Band Aid. I get that, but in my experience, small cuts can re-open easily and bleed. Blood can be a nuisance when it gets on gear, clothes, and tools. So I like to be able to stop blood from getting on my stuff.
• Small baggie with some meds: antibiotic ointment, aspirin, ibuprofen, benadryl, etc….
• Magnifying lens in a green cover in a baggie with some tan Leukotape. I love Leukotape for treating blisters, but it does great as an improvised bandage, too.
• A few meters of red duct tape wrapped around a small pencil. Duct tape….get the badge.
• A few survival items on top of the red pouch. Is fire making a first aid intervention? Sure, first aid for hypothermia. :dunno:
• Small green light for finding first aid supplies and/or splinters in the dark.
• Four blue cable ties (two shown). These are more survival/repair items, but could be used to make a small splint or rig a shelter.
• Orange TK and SAK.
• In the middle of the pile: toilet paper, condom, some medium band aids, and a few butterfly bandages. TP has awl sorts of uses. Condom can carry water, but can be used as a small, temporary TK or tied to hold a dressing in place. Medium Band Aids—I find these to be very useful, the second most used item after eye drops.
• Not shown: bandana. I keep a bandana (handkerchief) with me at all times. When I took the above photos, a bandana was in my back pocket. While it is not sterile, or even clean, it can be used for many first aid purposes: dressing, bandage, cooling, sling, TK, etc…. In my bigger kits I include a military “triangular bandage”.
So there ya go, my “IFAK”.
Post up a snap of your IFAK! We win’t got no medic here! :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 02, 2022, 08:18:24 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 02, 2022, 09:46:46 PM
Very cold outside…. Raging fire inside.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 02, 2022, 09:52:53 PM
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i have 3 IFAKs,2 are trauma kits.1 is "general use" [1st pic],it's a backpackers kit and stays in my edc/grab pack,contains meds,burn gauze,bandages,energy gels,all that sort of stuff,i added some dressings as well.
1 of the 2 trauma kits is attached to the outside of that pack,contains hemostatic,gauzes,and i added some surgical swabs,and dressings here too[2nd pic].
the latest kit [3rd pic] is basically a Recon Medical trauma kit to which i added some bandaids and a couple no 2 dressings,both of which are must haves,and have been used in past excursions.
the Recon kit is in a Condor rip away pouch on my battle belt.
contents are -
Bandaids
no 2 dressings
Trauma shears
Emergency blanket
Recon tourniquet and carbon pencil [currently in 1 of the mag pouches]
4" pressure bandage
Rescue blanket
Recon compressed gauze
this is the bare minimum for a traumatic injury [shot or stabbed] and is augmented by my other 2 kits which are always nearby.
i add Asprin,Paracetamol and Ibuprofen as required,even though my general kit contains these meds.
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Post by: Myron on April 02, 2022, 10:03:16 PM
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Post by: RF52 on April 02, 2022, 10:11:49 PM
Fabulous view, Zoidberg! :like: :like: Great work, y’awl! :tu:Looks very tasty :like:
Day 62 (D+61)
Dicing duty for the main blade, bacon and cold chips (left over from last night’s fish & chips) used to make the breakfast tortilla I mentioned a few days back, served with some pickled red cabbage and a cappuccino - sets me up for the Times crossword to complete my Saturday morning ritual (interspersed with hanging the laundry out!).
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Post by: RF52 on April 02, 2022, 10:17:29 PM
Had a beer :cheers:
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Post by: Nix on April 02, 2022, 10:37:06 PM
... i added some bandaids and a couple no 2 dressings,both of which are must haves,and have been used in past excursions.
Some people think they are silly, but I really like having a few band-aids on hand. Just me. And you, too, I guess. :D
What is a No. 2 dressing? :think:
You seem well equipped! :tu: Can Barry get your phone number? :rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on April 02, 2022, 10:38:18 PM
OK, since McStitchy and "Barry the Saw" are in this challenge, this probably should have been mission #1, but with 1/3 of the challenge to go, it won’t hurt to be sure you are prepared….
...
I wasn't bleeding all that bad actually, and the bone was only slightly affected. Also, as the tendon was gone there was no issue with holding it still :dunno:
Anyways, until recently I carried a small self made FAK. I now bought one of those small ready kits advertised for hikers/bikers because it is a good base and comes with a nice pouch. I have additional things added and will share the complete kit tomorrow :salute:
Great idea Jack :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 02, 2022, 10:41:14 PM
Day 62
Just some mail duty today...
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Post by: Nix on April 02, 2022, 10:44:00 PM
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Post by: an0nemus on April 03, 2022, 02:58:45 AM
Just another street view
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Post by: Farmer X on April 03, 2022, 05:20:47 AM
BMW X3 M40i !Hope it works out well for you.
DAY 62::like:
Had a beer :cheers::like: I think I shall now do the same.
My first-aid kit, at the moment, consists solely of painkillers and bandages. May not be worthy of a picture, but I guess I'll post it anyway.
Day 62
Cut up some bratwurst to put in dinner. After cutting those little boogers, a wash and some oil were definitely needed.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 03, 2022, 05:25:33 AM
i have 3 IFAKs,2 are trauma kits.1 is "general use" [1st pic],it's a backpackers kit and stays in my edc/grab pack,contains meds,burn gauze,bandages,energy gels,all that sort of stuff,i added some dressings as well.
1 of the 2 trauma kits is attached to the outside of that pack,contains hemostatic,gauzes,and i added some surgical swabs,and dressings here too[2nd pic].
the latest kit [3rd pic] is basically a Recon Medical trauma kit to which i added some bandaids and a couple no 2 dressings,both of which are must haves,and have been used in past excursions.
the Recon kit is in a Condor rip away pouch on my battle belt.
contents are -
Bandaids
no 2 dressings
Trauma shears
Emergency blanket
Recon tourniquet and carbon pencil [currently in 1 of the mag pouches]
4" pressure bandage
Rescue blanket
Recon compressed gauze
this is the bare minimum for a traumatic injury [shot or stabbed] and is augmented by my other 2 kits which are always nearby.
i add Asprin,Paracetamol and Ibuprofen as required,even though my general kit contains these meds.
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 03, 2022, 05:54:37 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 03, 2022, 07:14:38 AM
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Post by: RF52 on April 03, 2022, 07:33:17 AM
Opened a package :tu:
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Post by: Ron Who on April 03, 2022, 09:47:55 AM
It´s only a small FAK, with bandages, band aids, ands a mitella. I carry it in my backpack.
I keep a full FAK in my work truck.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 03, 2022, 09:49:04 AM
D+61
Some not so great food, but when you roll in late...
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 03, 2022, 10:18:06 AM
Post by: comis on April 03, 2022, 11:11:23 AM
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Wenger SI attened mail duty today.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 03, 2022, 11:27:00 AM
Some people think they are silly, but I really like having a few band-aids on hand. Just me. And you, too, I guess. :D
What is a No. 2 dressing? :think:
You seem well equipped! :tu: Can Barry get your phone number? :rofl:
thanks Nix,i've always been drawn to first aid :D
the no2 dressing is a small pressure dressing,i think the no refers to the width in inches.
re bandaids,an acquaintance is the Captain of the local SAPS [SA Police Services] SAR unit,and ex SAPS Task force [like SWAT] and a few months ago when we met,we were discussing IFAKs and he says everyone is obsessed with tourniquets and QuikClot but nobody thinks about carrying bandaids,which get used a whole lot more,and prevents minor injuries becoming worse.
i always carry a couple in my wallet and pocket pouch.
i keep surgical tap and small square gauze pads in the medicine cabinet,i need to add these to my IFAK,last july i spilt boiling water on my fingers,and used the gauze and tape,it made the injury tolerable and,i feel,sped up the recovery.
Day 61
the few sizes of pressure dressings in my kits :D
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Post by: comis on April 03, 2022, 11:28:26 AM
Day 62RP. I actually quite like the Victorinox folding paring knife, so much so that I'd think this could be a perfect lightweight knife I could take for travelling.
Fabulous view, Zoidberg! :like: :like: Great work, y’awl! :tu::drool: :drool:
Day 62 (D+61)
Dicing duty for the main blade, bacon and cold chips (left over from last night’s fish & chips) used to make the breakfast tortilla I mentioned a few days back, served with some pickled red cabbage and a cappuccino - sets me up for the Times crossword to complete my Saturday morning ritual (interspersed with hanging the laundry out!).
i have 3 IFAKs,2 are trauma kits.1 is "general use" [1st pic],it's a backpackers kit and stays in my edc/grab pack,contains meds,burn gauze,bandages,energy gels,all that sort of stuff,i added some dressings as well.
1 of the 2 trauma kits is attached to the outside of that pack,contains hemostatic,gauzes,and i added some surgical swabs,and dressings here too[2nd pic].
the latest kit [3rd pic] is basically a Recon Medical trauma kit to which i added some bandaids and a couple no 2 dressings,both of which are must haves,and have been used in past excursions.
the Recon kit is in a Condor rip away pouch on my battle belt.
contents are -
Bandaids
no 2 dressings
Trauma shears
Emergency blanket
Recon tourniquet and carbon pencil [currently in 1 of the mag pouches]
4" pressure bandage
Rescue blanket
Recon compressed gauze
this is the bare minimum for a traumatic injury [shot or stabbed] and is augmented by my other 2 kits which are always nearby.
i add Asprin,Paracetamol and Ibuprofen as required,even though my general kit contains these meds.
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Nice loadout, love how the bright orange CAT stands out.
Day 62, and my PMBB is making room for this new beauty.Very nice! I think Boker really did up it's game for some of their barlows in recent years.
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 03, 2022, 11:29:03 AM
:like: That's a first rate kit! I have a small one with a Vic Manager in it that travels with me in my day pack. The larger one is in my truck, which is about 90 miles from me at the moment :facepalm:thanks Barry :D
Post by: comis on April 03, 2022, 11:30:36 AM
OK, since McStitchy and "Barry the Saw" are in this challenge, this probably should have been mission #1, but with 1/3 of the challenge to go, it won’t hurt to be sure you are prepared….Nice kit! I gonna find mine and post it too!
I have more complete FAK’s, but here is my most most carried:
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The tourniquet, mylar blanket, and small pouch (with tweezers attached) go with me for short trips, day hikes, or backpacking adventures.
I carry the TK because I play with sharp stuff and sometimes wonder around in the woods during hunting season.
The blanket is for hypothermia prevention/treatment and or shock.
The small pouch contains a bunch of first aid and survival type stuff:
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Starting from the mylar blanket, going clockwise:
• Water purification tabs. They are slow to work and don’t kill cysts, but can be used to treat dehydration, etc…
• Small baggie with safety pins, needles, thread, and P-38. Needle can be used for removing splinters that the tweezers can’t grab or piercing blisters (controversial). Safety pins have a dozen first aid uses.
• Small, single use, vials of eye drops, x2. My favorite IFAK component.
• Large Band Aid, small gauze, and cloth medical tape. All good for small wounds. Some people think that if you have a cut that can be treated with a Band Aid, you don’t need a Band Aid. I get that, but in my experience, small cuts can re-open easily and bleed. Blood can be a nuisance when it gets on gear, clothes, and tools. So I like to be able to stop blood from getting on my stuff.
• Small baggie with some meds: antibiotic ointment, aspirin, ibuprofen, benadryl, etc….
• Magnifying lens in a green cover in a baggie with some tan Leukotape. I love Leukotape for treating blisters, but it does great as an improvised bandage, too.
• A few meters of red duct tape wrapped around a small pencil. Duct tape….get the badge.
• A few survival items on top of the red pouch. Is fire making a first aid intervention? Sure, first aid for hypothermia. :dunno:
• Small green light for finding first aid supplies and/or splinters in the dark.
• Four blue cable ties (two shown). These are more survival/repair items, but could be used to make a small splint or rig a shelter.
• Orange TK and SAK.
• In the middle of the pile: toilet paper, condom, some medium band aids, and a few butterfly bandages. TP has awl sorts of uses. Condom can carry water, but can be used as a small, temporary TK or tied to hold a dressing in place. Medium Band Aids—I find these to be very useful, the second most used item after eye drops.
• Not shown: bandana. I keep a bandana (handkerchief) with me at all times. When I took the above photos, a bandana was in my back pocket. While it is not sterile, or even clean, it can be used for many first aid purposes: dressing, bandage, cooling, sling, TK, etc…. In my bigger kits I include a military “triangular bandage”.
So there ya go, my “IFAK”.
Post up a snap of your IFAK! We win’t got no medic here! :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 03, 2022, 11:43:25 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 03, 2022, 12:47:30 PM
Day 63 (D+62)
Back on dicing duty this morning, onion, carrot and garlic this time, a start for many a dish, but in this case a shepherds pie - always nice to having something prepped for an easy cook when getting back from the pub later this afternoon! Would it have been quicker and easier with an 8” cook’s knife, I hear you ask? Well, yes, but that’s not in the spirit of a challenge, though I was sorely tempted!
Post by: zoidberg on April 03, 2022, 12:58:54 PM
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Spent way to much time driving around this week, pretty miserable. But oh well. I'll try and be more consistent posting this week.
Post by: Appleandrew on April 03, 2022, 01:59:09 PM
Trying to get my photo printer working again to catch up on albums….
Post by: Nix on April 03, 2022, 03:13:09 PM
GAK day 63
It´s only a small FAK, with bandages, band aids, ands a mitella. I carry it in my backpack.
I keep a full FAK in my work truck.
Nice, Ron. I keep a larger kit in my truck, too. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 03, 2022, 03:17:35 PM
....he says everyone is obsessed with tourniquets and QuikClot but nobody thinks about carrying bandaids,which get used a whole lot more, and prevents minor injuries becoming worse.
i always carry a couple in my wallet and pocket pouch.
:iagree: And I keep a couple band-aids in my wallet as well.
i keep surgical tape and small square gauze pads in the medicine cabinet,i need to add these to my IFAK, last july i spilt boiling water on my fingers, and used the gauze and tape, it made the injury tolerable and, i feel, sped up the recovery.
I seem to use my FAK too often.... :rofl:
Post by: Nix on April 03, 2022, 03:20:26 PM
DAY 63:
Just how many pets do you have....? :think:
Post by: Myron on April 03, 2022, 06:01:16 PM
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Post by: RF52 on April 03, 2022, 07:46:05 PM
Band aids (normal and fingertip)
Burn gel
Ibuprofen and paracetamol
Cleaning wipes
Pressure dressing
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Post by: Nix on April 03, 2022, 08:10:23 PM
My IFAK:
Band aids (normal and fingertip)
Burn gel
Ibuprofen and paracetamol
Cleaning wipes
Pressure dressing
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Nice! (Think about sticking a little Duct tape in there. ;) You can never have enough Duct tape. :rofl: )
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 03, 2022, 08:39:29 PM
After a disappointing day out watching rugby league the Soldier is prepping for the cricket season...
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Post by: RF52 on April 03, 2022, 09:13:30 PM
Nice tip, thanks :cheers:
Nice! (Think about sticking a little Duct tape in there. ;) You can never have enough Duct tape. :rofl: )
Feel free to suggest other improvements as well :tu:
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Post by: Tasky on April 03, 2022, 09:27:13 PM
Nice tip, thanks :cheers:
Feel free to suggest other improvements as well :tu:
One thing many people seem to forget is a CPR face shield - Pretty cheap, pretty small, pretty essential especially in current times.
I have two IFAKs, one tiny that fits in a sleeve pocket, and one small that sits in the cargo pants leg pocket. Both have a face shield... and my main FAK on the slingpack, that I carry when working on site or going out in the field, has several face shields!
Post by: McStitchy on April 03, 2022, 09:39:38 PM
Nice! (Think about sticking a little Duct tape in there. ;) You can never have enough Duct tape. :rofl: )
Totally :iagree:
Post by: McStitchy on April 03, 2022, 10:07:59 PM
On small walks or in town I have the following FAK with me.
The SwissCard provides a pin, tweezers, Magnifier and scissors...
(https://i.imgur.com/cKhYWjo.jpg)
The white bag holds an emergency blanket and a tin with some band aids, a few Paracetamol, safety pins, Super Glue, Duct Tape and other McGyver thingies...
(https://i.imgur.com/C0RFxPr.jpg)
On hikes the above compliments the following kit in my back pack...
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I've added another emergency blanked to the small red first aid kit bag.
The tin holds an iod based wound desinfectant, some paracetamol and some more small band aids.
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Post by: McStitchy on April 03, 2022, 10:24:18 PM
Day 63
We've been around exploring today.
I'm pretty sure I've used the Soldier but cannot recall for what exactly :dunno:
I've managed to take a few pics of it though :salute:
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Post by: RF52 on April 03, 2022, 10:28:09 PM
One thing many people seem to forget is a CPR face shield - Pretty cheap, pretty small, pretty essential especially in current times.Great! Thanks :hatsoff:
I have two IFAKs, one tiny that fits in a sleeve pocket, and one small that sits in the cargo pants leg pocket. Both have a face shield... and my main FAK on the slingpack, that I carry when working on site or going out in the field, has several face shields!
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Post by: RF52 on April 03, 2022, 10:29:52 PM
Awesome pics of what must have been an awesome day :like:Day 63
We've been around exploring today.
I'm pretty sure I've used the Soldier but cannot recall for what exactly :dunno:
I've managed to take a few pics of it though :salute:
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Post by: McStitchy on April 03, 2022, 10:33:16 PM
Junior is happy and I'm tired :2tu:
Post by: RF52 on April 03, 2022, 10:39:20 PM
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Post by: Nix on April 04, 2022, 01:02:21 AM
One thing many people seem to forget is a CPR face shield - Pretty cheap, pretty small, pretty essential especially in current times.
I have two IFAKs, one tiny that fits in a sleeve pocket, and one small that sits in the cargo pants leg pocket. Both have a face shield... and my main FAK on the slingpack, that I carry when working on site or going out in the field, has several face shields!
That's a great tip. :like:
I have a CPR mask in my truck, but not in my FAK. Just put a six pack of shields in my Big River cart. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 04, 2022, 01:04:14 AM
Mission 5
On small walks or in town I have the following FAK with me.
The SwissCard provides a pin, tweezers, Magnifier and scissors...
(https://i.imgur.com/cKhYWjo.jpg)
The white bag holds an emergency blanket and a tin with some band aids, a few Paracetamol, safety pins, Super Glue, Duct Tape and other McGyver thingies...
(https://i.imgur.com/C0RFxPr.jpg)
On hikes the above compliments the following kit in my back pack...
(https://i.imgur.com/Q5zz1W4.jpg)
I've added another emergency blanked to the small red first aid kit bag.
The tin holds an iod based wound desinfectant, some paracetamol and some more small band aids.
(https://i.imgur.com/VKv5LOL.jpg)
Nice set up, McStitchy! :like:
Now if we can get Barry to carry a FAK, I'll be sleeping better for the rest of this challenge....... :rofl:
Post by: Nix on April 04, 2022, 01:04:52 AM
Awesome pics of what must have been an awesome day :like:
:iagree:
Post by: Nix on April 04, 2022, 01:23:06 AM
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The bank line was used to hang a fuzz dispenser for birds to use for nest building. This was a nice present for Mrs Nix. Which she liked...because in the past I've just tossed fuzz into the yard at random...... :dunno:
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Prusik knot to attach bank line to hook, Buntline hitch using the tails to attach it awl to the branch. :tu:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 04, 2022, 02:58:39 AM
Sorry for my absence.
This clone trooper is enjoying a nice stay in the hospital.
Now I'm well, just expecting the result of some exams...
Maybe I'm back to action tuesday.
But the SI came with me.
D-61
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 04, 2022, 02:59:57 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 04, 2022, 04:37:25 AM
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Post by: Nix on April 04, 2022, 04:47:42 AM
Sorry for my absence.
This clone trooper is enjoying a nice stay in the hospital.
Now I'm well, just expecting the result of some exams...
Maybe I'm back to action tuesday.
But the SI came with me.
D-61
No uses today. Fever in 39°C, among other things. Better go to the hospital.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220404/2e14380f847aa29d4454704cb3ab61fe.jpg)
Dang, Hevy! Hope you are feeling better quickly! :cheers:
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Post by: Farmer X on April 04, 2022, 05:46:30 AM
Would it have been quicker and easier with an 8” cook’s knife, I hear you ask? Well, yes, but that’s not in the spirit of a challenge, though I was sorely tempted!That's dedication! :salute:
We've been around exploring today.:like:
This clone trooper is enjoying a nice stay in the hospital.Hospital stays are never fun. Hope you're back at home and recovered!
Day 63
I had to shorten a tree that was threatening a power line, but alas, the Pioneer has no saw. :ahhh The Farmer X had to step in and save the day.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 04, 2022, 06:22:02 AM
Day 63
We've been around exploring today.
I'm pretty sure I've used the Soldier but cannot recall for what exactly :dunno:
I've managed to take a few pics of it though :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/DWcCNJE.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/PR1X15r.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/rT2B7Ia.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 04, 2022, 06:23:21 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 04, 2022, 06:49:10 AM
Post by: RF52 on April 04, 2022, 07:32:04 AM
Monday yet again...
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Post by: McStitchy on April 04, 2022, 08:48:46 AM
Nice set up, McStitchy! :like:
Now if we can get Barry to carry a FAK, I'll be sleeping better for the rest of this challenge....... :rofl:
:iagree:
:cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on April 04, 2022, 08:52:05 AM
The Soldier was handy when I needed to snip some bank line. Used one 'serration' to make an easy cut.
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The bank line was used to hang a fuzz dispenser for birds to use for nest building. This was a nice present for Mrs Nix. Which she liked...because in the past I've just tossed fuzz into the yard at random...... :dunno:
(https://i.imgur.com/ZZbNWg2.png)
Prusik knot to attach bank line to hook, Buntline hitch using the tails to attach it awl to the branch. :tu:
Nice idea :like: What do you use as fuzz?
And should we use the number of serrations need as a measurement of sharpness now? :D
Post by: McStitchy on April 04, 2022, 08:56:02 AM
Sorry for my absence.
This clone trooper is enjoying a nice stay in the hospital.
Now I'm well, just expecting the result of some exams...
Maybe I'm back to action tuesday.
But the SI came with me.
D-61
No uses today. Fever in 39°C, among other things. Better go to the hospital.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220404/2e14380f847aa29d4454704cb3ab61fe.jpg)
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Best wishes for a quick recovery :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on April 04, 2022, 08:57:35 AM
:facepalm: The memory's the second thing to go Stitch :D
Sorry... what? :dunno: :D
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 04, 2022, 09:51:38 AM
Day 64 (D+63)
Another delivery of peanuts first thing - there going fast, a sure sign that Spring is here! Just as well as the daffs and tulips have been hit by two frosts in the past few days - fingers crossed they haven’t suffered too much….
Post by: zoidberg on April 04, 2022, 11:05:35 AM
Post by: jaydar on April 04, 2022, 11:53:21 AM
One more drawer done this time 1951 -2008 Soldiers
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And I know there is one with a bail and I should swop it out for one without but I am far to lazy to bother :)
Post by: Echotech on April 04, 2022, 12:12:44 PM
Cross posting from the Storage thread but as I just did my Soldier drawer .......... and to fit in with the thread theme ... On Parade :)Incredible collection jaydar :salute:
One more drawer done this time 1951 -2008 Soldiers
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And I know there is one with a bail and I should swop it out for one without but I am far to lazy to bother :)
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 04, 2022, 01:06:27 PM
Post by: Myron on April 04, 2022, 02:32:57 PM
And I know there is one with a bail and I should swop it out for one without but I am far to lazy to bother :)
I know this feeling. I have two, '89 and '90, that are bailed Wengers and I've just never gotten around to replacing them...
Post by: McStitchy on April 04, 2022, 02:43:38 PM
Lovely views, McStitchy! :like:
:cheers:
Post by: comis on April 04, 2022, 04:48:12 PM
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Wenger SI welcomed two more family memebers to join, I am getting pretty close to finishing the model 61 collection. :D
Post by: comis on April 04, 2022, 04:50:44 PM
One thing many people seem to forget is a CPR face shield - Pretty cheap, pretty small, pretty essential especially in current times.I had mine on my backpack all the time, good suggestion.
I have two IFAKs, one tiny that fits in a sleeve pocket, and one small that sits in the cargo pants leg pocket. Both have a face shield... and my main FAK on the slingpack, that I carry when working on site or going out in the field, has several face shields!
Looks like a great outing.Day 63
We've been around exploring today.
I'm pretty sure I've used the Soldier but cannot recall for what exactly :dunno:
I've managed to take a few pics of it though :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/DWcCNJE.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/PR1X15r.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/rT2B7Ia.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ukf59fb.jpg)
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(https://i.imgur.com/EYKmpsI.jpg)
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Day 64:The drink said it all. Hahaha...I know the feeling.
Monday yet again...
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Post by: comis on April 04, 2022, 04:53:20 PM
Sorry for my absence.
This clone trooper is enjoying a nice stay in the hospital.
Now I'm well, just expecting the result of some exams...
Maybe I'm back to action tuesday.
But the SI came with me.
D-61
No uses today. Fever in 39°C, among other things. Better go to the hospital.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220404/2e14380f847aa29d4454704cb3ab61fe.jpg)
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Hevy, hope all the well with you and family! Recover soon!
Cross posting from the Storage thread but as I just did my Soldier drawer .......... and to fit in with the thread theme ... On Parade :)Beautiful collection and love those map cabinet. I struggled for a long while how to store/present, and in the end have to compromise for storage due to lack of space. :facepalm:
One more drawer done this time 1951 -2008 Soldiers
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And I know there is one with a bail and I should swop it out for one without but I am far to lazy to bother :)
Post by: RF52 on April 04, 2022, 05:29:46 PM
I had mine on my backpack all the time, good suggestion.It turned out to be one of those mondays as well :rofl:
Looks like a great outing.
The drink said it all. Hahaha...I know the feeling.
We had several buses being towed back to the garage with engine problems :facepalm:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 04, 2022, 05:57:47 PM
Day 61:like: :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/o227Yiw.jpg)
Wenger SI welcomed two more family memebers to join, I am getting pretty close to finishing the model 61 collection. :D
Post by: McStitchy on April 04, 2022, 06:33:34 PM
Looks like a great outing.
It was :cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on April 04, 2022, 06:35:54 PM
Day 64
:hatsoff:
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Post by: Nix on April 04, 2022, 06:53:00 PM
Nice idea :like: What do you use as fuzz?
This one came pre-filled with fuzz, but In the past I've put out fluffed up bits of twine, pet hair, fluffed up wool, etc. The Chickadees love this stuff and in Spring I see them hunting around the yard for suitable nesting materials. :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 04, 2022, 09:38:32 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 04, 2022, 09:54:06 PM
Another spicy chicken baguette...
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Post by: RF52 on April 04, 2022, 10:13:11 PM
The Soldier was handy when I needed to snip some bank line. Used one 'serration' to make an easy cut.I need to find somewhere over here that sells bankline, seems to be a good option for tying stuff :tu:
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The bank line was used to hang a fuzz dispenser for birds to use for nest building. This was a nice present for Mrs Nix. Which she liked...because in the past I've just tossed fuzz into the yard at random...... :dunno:
(https://i.imgur.com/ZZbNWg2.png)
Prusik knot to attach bank line to hook, Buntline hitch using the tails to attach it awl to the branch. :tu:
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Post by: SubMY on April 04, 2022, 10:14:50 PM
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I didn't do much today. Trimmed some paracord, which I should have snagged a picture of. But here it is with the trust hot sauce, anything to make the food taste better.
Post by: Nix on April 04, 2022, 10:42:38 PM
Cross posting from the Storage thread but as I just did my Soldier drawer .......... and to fit in with the thread theme ... On Parade :)
One more drawer done this time 1951 -2008 Soldiers
:ahhh :like:
Post by: Nix on April 04, 2022, 10:44:58 PM
I need to find somewhere over here that sells bankline, seems to be a good option for tying stuff :tu:
I like it. Fairly weatherproof. Strong for size, but small, so packs easily and good for a multitude of uses. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 04, 2022, 10:45:32 PM
I didn't do much today. Trimmed some paracord, which I should have snagged a picture of. But here it is with the trust hot sauce, anything to make the food taste better.
Tabasco -- don't leave home without it!
Post by: Nix on April 04, 2022, 10:46:01 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/UUqhR6K.jpg)
Post by: Appleandrew on April 04, 2022, 11:00:11 PM
Old packet of borscht found in cupboard while looking for ingredients - was very nice.
And spuds.
Post by: McStitchy on April 04, 2022, 11:00:55 PM
D+63
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I didn't do much today. Trimmed some paracord, which I should have snagged a picture of. But here it is with the trust hot sauce, anything to make the food taste better.
:2tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 04, 2022, 11:18:33 PM
Day 61
(https://i.imgur.com/o227Yiw.jpg)
Wenger SI welcomed two more family memebers to join, I am getting pretty close to finishing the model 61 collection. :D
Nice work, Comis! :cheers:
Post by: Myron on April 05, 2022, 12:50:50 AM
Day 64, I opened a bunch of mail and used the awl to pick some hair and fur out of my shop vac squeegee attachment, but of course didn’t take a pic!
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 05, 2022, 03:58:57 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on April 05, 2022, 05:21:47 AM
One more drawer done this time 1951 -2008 Soldiers:like:
Looks delicious! :tu:Day 64
Anything to make the food taste better.Removing the tiny bottle of Tabasco from MREs was a dumb move! :twak:
Day 64
A four-pack holder went a few rounds with the Pioneer, and got trounced.
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Post by: zoidberg on April 05, 2022, 05:36:36 AM
Post by: Farmer X on April 05, 2022, 05:47:07 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 05, 2022, 07:34:29 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 05, 2022, 08:01:13 AM
:cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on April 05, 2022, 08:24:14 AM
Looks delicious! :tu:
Day 64
A four-pack holder went a few rounds with the Pioneer, and got trounced.
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:cheers: :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 05, 2022, 08:26:21 AM
Day 65
:cheers:
:like:
Post by: comis on April 05, 2022, 08:48:19 AM
It turned out to be one of those mondays as well :rofl::rofl: :cheers:
We had several buses being towed back to the garage with engine problems :facepalm:
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:like: :tu:
Nice work, Comis! :cheers:
Congrats Comis!Thanks for the support! I recently did an inventory check for all the soliders, besides these newly arrived ones, turned out I was missing 2 years due to my spreadsheet mishaves. But I am a generalist at heart, so my humble collection probably no where near as printine as those finished before me. :D
Day 64, I opened a bunch of mail and used the awl to pick some hair and fur out of my shop vac squeegee attachment, but of course didn’t take a pic!
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Post by: comis on April 05, 2022, 08:50:25 AM
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Another day, another packet tea. Liptop knock it out of the park with this Japanese Mocha milk tea.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 05, 2022, 08:57:31 AM
Day 65 (D+64)
Time to open up another bag of coffee, a specialty blend which smells amazing! Also chopped out the label with the blade instead of using scissors…… hmmm, scissors - remember them?!?! :rofl:
Post by: Appleandrew on April 05, 2022, 02:00:33 PM
5 L IPA - Isopropyl Alcohol arrived today. Now kind of a reasonable price again following COVID.
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 05, 2022, 02:27:30 PM
Post by: Myron on April 05, 2022, 03:34:10 PM
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Post by: Nix on April 05, 2022, 04:35:19 PM
Day 65: Like some of us, I actually have a couple of kits floating around. My main kit is this one, containing a face mask, rubber gloves, band aids, benadryl (for stings, etc.), Burn ointment and a resuscitation mask. There's a couple of emergency blankets inside and a Vic Manager, mainly for the scissors. I added these to a pre made kit from the Red Cross.
:like:
Post by: Nix on April 05, 2022, 04:36:49 PM
Day 65, no uses. Yet.
A little light reading? :think:
Obviously an incredibly important subject. :tu:
Post by: Myron on April 05, 2022, 04:41:27 PM
Post by: Ron Who on April 05, 2022, 05:53:58 PM
I hope the rest of you all will make it to the end. Good luck!
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 05, 2022, 06:57:57 PM
Post.
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I'm actually flying out to Milan in the morning and returning Thursday. That should allow me to still produce a photo for both days, despite not taking any cabin baggage with me. Here's hoping.
The bigger is that I'm flying from Manchester, and it's taken people up to 3 hours to get through security... Wish me luck. :ahhh
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 05, 2022, 07:05:56 PM
Day 63
We've been around exploring today.
I'm pretty sure I've used the Soldier but cannot recall for what exactly :dunno:
I've managed to take a few pics of it though :salute:
(https://i.imgur.com/DWcCNJE.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/PR1X15r.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/rT2B7Ia.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ukf59fb.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/KExUk9Q.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/EYKmpsI.jpg)
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very cool castle
Day 62
assisted with can opener duties
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51985053575_6a20dab251.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ncJZia)20220404_170751 (https://flic.kr/p/2ncJZia) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Day 63
glamor pic
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51984565013_94cca7f1dd.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ncGu4F)20220405_190416 (https://flic.kr/p/2ncGu4F) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: McStitchy on April 05, 2022, 08:00:13 PM
very cool castle
Day 62
assisted with can opener duties
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51985053575_6a20dab251.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ncJZia)20220404_170751 (https://flic.kr/p/2ncJZia) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Day 63
glamor pic
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51984565013_94cca7f1dd.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ncGu4F)20220405_190416 (https://flic.kr/p/2ncGu4F) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
:cheers: :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 05, 2022, 08:04:07 PM
Day 65
The normal cutlery failed at slicing a tomato for my burger. Soldier to the rescue :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/8ZpmQ4i.jpg)
Post by: RF52 on April 05, 2022, 09:16:40 PM
The bottle opener is great!
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Post by: Nix on April 05, 2022, 09:46:42 PM
Day 65
The normal cutlery failed at slicing a tomato for my burger. Soldier to the rescue :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/8ZpmQ4i.jpg)
Mrs Nix is a self-described "Cholula addict". I love it too! Nice looking burger. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 05, 2022, 09:47:30 PM
For the third time in this challenge, I don´t have pictures. I guess it´s safe to say that I failed.
I hope the rest of you all will make it to the end. Good luck!
You've done well, Ron! Keep checking in! :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 05, 2022, 09:48:12 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/qllpoWo.jpg)
Cutting edge AND hammer poll..... That's a multitool! :tu:
Post by: RF52 on April 05, 2022, 09:50:13 PM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 05, 2022, 10:16:19 PM
Awl got used to open a parcel containing a new axe.....
(https://i.imgur.com/qllpoWo.jpg)
Cutting edge AND hammer poll..... That's a multitool! :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 05, 2022, 10:21:56 PM
Mrs Nix is a self-described "Cholula addict". I love it too! Nice looking burger. :tu:
:cheers: ...as you are a Tabasco fan I would recomment trying the Cholula Chipotle version if you haven't yet :hatsoff:
Post by: McStitchy on April 05, 2022, 10:23:03 PM
Awl got used to open a parcel containing a new axe.....
(https://i.imgur.com/qllpoWo.jpg)
Cutting edge AND hammer poll..... That's a multitool! :tu:
That is a very good looking axe :like:
Post by: Nix on April 05, 2022, 10:28:25 PM
Very nice! Make and model? :drool:
It is a semi-custom from Walkbyfaith777 (https://walkbyfaith777.com/tttcustom.html). I selected the blade-type and features, and they made it in a couple months.
Nice folks, and I really like the axe so far -- razor sharp out of the box. Of course, I need to use it a bit before recommending it. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 05, 2022, 10:28:51 PM
:cheers: ...as you are a Tabasco fan I would recomment trying the Cholula Chipotle version if you haven't yet :hatsoff:
Don't think I've tried that yet. Sounds great!
Post by: Farmer X on April 06, 2022, 01:20:08 AM
Time to open up another bag of coffee, a specialty blend which smells amazing!:tu: Hopefully it'll taste as amazing as it smells.
I would recomment trying the Cholula Chipotle version if you haven't yet.:iagree: I love just about anything with chipotle peppers...so much so that I got a half-gallon jug of chipotle Cholula!
I really like the axe so far -- razor sharp out of the box. Of course, I need to use it a bit before recommending it.Sounds like they made a good first impression. And it looks superb! :tu:
Day 65
A Swiss original posing with a Michigan original.
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Post by: Buzzbait on April 06, 2022, 01:52:12 AM
Wonderful job, everybody.
Post by: Farmer X on April 06, 2022, 01:55:32 AM
Just wanted to say that I LOVE this challenge! If the challenge ever rolls around again, I would definitely dive in.It's a commitment, that's for sure. But it's awlso been a lot of fun. My fellow participants have really made it enjoyable!
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 06, 2022, 04:19:45 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 06, 2022, 05:38:34 AM
Couple of MTO deliveries today
First the surprise box - land down under edition from RP and then magnets from comis, thanks both :tu:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 06, 2022, 07:16:27 AM
Post by: McStitchy on April 06, 2022, 08:28:11 AM
Just wanted to say that I LOVE this challenge! If the challenge ever rolls around again, I would definitely dive in.
Wonderful job, everybody.
:hatsoff:
It's a commitment, that's for sure. But it's awlso been a lot of fun. My fellow participants have really made it enjoyable!
Likewise :cheers:
Post by: comis on April 06, 2022, 10:47:10 AM
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Like everyone else, I too have a few kits laying around, but this one goes out with me most often for short hikes inside a backpack. Some of these items may have reduntancy with other tools I use for hikes/outing, but they are strickly limited for first aid purpose only.
From Right to Left:
A "0.5 Adventure Medical Kit", which most US members probably could easily find in local REI. I put this one in since it is a quick grap and go, in case I am not carrying this larger grey IFAK.
CPR face shield
Leuko tape or Steri strip, love this thing.
Quick Clot, Celox and etc. I need to update this, some of them probably expired. I carry a CAT with me to on extended camping trip if I plan to play with my sharps.
Moleskin
Tribiotic and Swab
Ammonia inhale cap (for those lazy ones pretend to play dead and refust to keep going...j/k)
Temperature gauge
Gauze pad
Orange gloves
Smecta (in case of tummy issue, great for kids too, since it doesn't go into blood stream)
Tweezer
Alcohol swab
Glow stick
Headlight
Whistle
Knife
All these, along with a printout of AMK first aid cheatsheet, reside within the grey pack (See pix 2). Btw, a few XL thick transparent trash bag also sits in the same backpack, as emergency rain coat or 'survival blanket'.
Post by: Appleandrew on April 06, 2022, 10:51:33 AM
Salmon sandwiches today…. Butterfly can opener lost but SAK not much slower to use.
Post by: comis on April 06, 2022, 10:53:16 AM
Awl got used to open a parcel containing a new axe.....Looks great!
(https://i.imgur.com/qllpoWo.jpg)
Cutting edge AND hammer poll..... That's a multitool! :tu:
Can the head come off like a tomahank? :pok:
I remember those days I would often ask for a sharper knife in local eatery, but honestly, deep down inside I was hoping they don't have any so I could have a reason to play with mine. I am sure you all know what I mean. :climber:Day 65
The normal cutlery failed at slicing a tomato for my burger. Soldier to the rescue :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/8ZpmQ4i.jpg)
Just wanted to say that I LOVE this challenge! If the challenge ever rolls around again, I would definitely dive in.Nice to have you come visit, and I too agree with what FX said. :cheers:
Wonderful job, everybody.
Post by: comis on April 06, 2022, 10:56:36 AM
Day 66
Couple of MTO deliveries today
First the surprise box - land down under edition from RP and then magnets from comis, thanks both :tu:
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Great to see it finally arrived, and here I am hoping RP's won't be far away. I too am still waiting for the magnets to reach Nix and few other members, this is taking waaaay too long this time.
Btw, I am dying to know what's inside the Cinderella box. :D
Day 66Good use! :cheers:
Salmon sandwiches today…. Butterfly can opener lost but SAK not much slower to use.
Post by: zoidberg on April 06, 2022, 11:14:36 AM
My run/explore day kit:
- bivvy bag (not blanket)
- PLB (in plastic container) and signal mirror
- pill container
- IFAK
- ziplock bags
Ziplock bags help keep gear dry from rain, sweat, unplanned river swims etc.
Pills:
- migraine
- anti-inflammatory
- pain
- antihistamine
- decongestant
Post by: zoidberg on April 06, 2022, 11:16:27 AM
- tea tree cream
- bic lighter
- needle and thread
- quickfix supa glue
- scissors
- band-aids
- cleansing wipes
- gauze swabs
- non-adherent dressing pads
- adhesive dressings
- butterfly strips
- length of elastowrap
- length of self adhesive bandage
And overnight trips will also have extras added like leukoplast and burn and bites gel.
Post by: zoidberg on April 06, 2022, 11:19:26 AM
This first aid kit goes with my kids to their sports trainings and weekend games.
Tapes:
- elastowrap
- mefix
- kinesiology
- leukoplast
- duct
- strapping
- microform
- transpore
- electrician
- and electrician scissors
- burns
- bites
- hypercal
- arnica
- antiseptic
- ice spray
- deep heat
- sun cream
- lollies
- band-aids
- hand sanitizer
- face mask
- gloves
- marker, pen, pensil
- notepad and incident report forms
- CPR shields
- eye wash
- triangular bandages
- finger splints
- compression sleeves
Everything else is placed for easy access.
With rugby starting soon a couple more ice packs, towels and hand warmers will be added to the bag.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 06, 2022, 02:21:32 PM
Posing with some of the other "sharps" I've left behind just in case...
(https://i.imgur.com/ZoWu1yV.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 06, 2022, 02:29:59 PM
Post by: Nix on April 06, 2022, 02:36:41 PM
I'm sure I could get lost in the rabbit hole of building a FAK: so many considerations, so many options.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 06, 2022, 06:04:52 PM
Day 66 (D+65)
Back from a long day at the office with commutes either side, so time to put the bottle opener to work!
Post by: Myron on April 06, 2022, 07:37:50 PM
Day 66. I spent some time today reorganizing my scout pattern knives.
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Post by: Nix on April 06, 2022, 07:41:57 PM
Can the head come off like a tomahank? :pok:
I think it qualifies as a tomahawk. That is what they call it, too. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 06, 2022, 07:54:36 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on April 06, 2022, 08:47:32 PM
Day 66
Quick DIY garden work...
(https://i.imgur.com/xu4ofPt.jpg)
The big flat marks the spot...
(https://i.imgur.com/eizbwYK.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/BEuiQwk.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/nkoax8h.jpg)
Post by: RF52 on April 06, 2022, 09:33:55 PM
It is a semi-custom from Walkbyfaith777 (https://walkbyfaith777.com/tttcustom.html). I selected the blade-type and features, and they made it in a couple months.Looks great and cool to have a near custom axe :like:
Nice folks, and I really like the axe so far -- razor sharp out of the box. Of course, I need to use it a bit before recommending it. :tu:
Can't wait to hear your thoughts after some use :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on April 06, 2022, 09:34:46 PM
Opened a pack of snack sausage :tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 06, 2022, 09:48:23 PM
No fair, Henry always gets his happy hour 5 hours before me! ;)
Day 66. I spent some time today reorganizing my scout pattern knives.
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That’s time zones for you, Myron! :rofl: Love the collection! :like: :like:
Day 66:
Opened a pack of snack sausage :tu:
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Yummy! :drool:
Post by: Nix on April 07, 2022, 02:43:19 AM
Quick DIY garden work...
Excellent uses! :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 07, 2022, 02:49:14 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/9aJuy3m.jpg)
This time the bird got spatchcocked.
(https://i.imgur.com/5Fgmsbo.jpg)
And roasted.....
(https://i.imgur.com/CyYMmzB.jpg)
The chicken was great (stuffed with rosemary, salt, pepper, and butter), the 2008 Soldier....not so much.
The serrated blade was awkward to use while trying to disect out the backbone and pelvis. Did fine removing the wishbone, but, when taking out the ribs, I found myself wishing I were in the Buck 110 challenge..... :rofl: Well, the Soldier got the job done is in the end, it just didn't go as smoothly as with some other knives.
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 07, 2022, 03:38:55 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 07, 2022, 03:53:30 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on April 07, 2022, 04:24:46 AM
Day 66
No use? No problem! Just take a photo with a friend.
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Post by: Echotech on April 07, 2022, 06:29:38 AM
Btw, I am dying to know what's inside the Cinderella box. :D
I think it’s meant to be a surprise comis so no pics of content I’m afraid :ahhh
Post by: Echotech on April 07, 2022, 06:31:51 AM
The rain is back with a vengeance :ahhh
Sydney had now received normal annual average in 3 months, the ground is completely sodden, worse even than a few weeks ago…these guys seem to like it
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Post by: pietervn on April 07, 2022, 08:29:39 AM
Day 67
The rain is back with a vengeance :ahhh
Sydney had now received normal annual average in 3 months, the ground is completely sodden, worse even than a few weeks ago…these guys seem to like it
Those little s!@#$ eat my chillies and baby capsicums. Too wet today...
Post by: McStitchy on April 07, 2022, 08:30:19 AM
Excellent uses! :tu:
:hatsoff:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 07, 2022, 08:30:57 AM
Heading out for my brother's birthday 🎂
Post by: Echotech on April 07, 2022, 08:38:15 AM
Those little s!@#$ eat my chillies and baby capsicums. Too wet today...:ahhh little smurfers
Post by: McStitchy on April 07, 2022, 08:47:29 AM
I didn't manage a chicken in March, but have snuck one on for April.....
(https://i.imgur.com/9aJuy3m.jpg)
This time the bird got spatchcocked.
(https://i.imgur.com/5Fgmsbo.jpg)
And roasted.....
(https://i.imgur.com/CyYMmzB.jpg)
The chicken was great (stuffed with rosemary, salt, pepper, and butter), the 2008 Soldier....not so much.
The serrated blade was awkward to use while trying to disect out the backbone and pelvis. Did fine removing the wishbone, but, when taking out the ribs, I found myself wishing I were in the Buck 110 challenge..... :rofl: Well, the Soldier got the job done is in the end, it just didn't go as smoothly as with some other knives.
Excellent looking chicken :like:
Did you find the serrations on the blade a must have on a soldiers knife so far?
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 07, 2022, 10:11:24 AM
Day 67 (D+66)
Back from the early morning hike to the supermarket, I thought I’d try the awl for a change to open the spud bag - did a good job! :tu:
Post by: zoidberg on April 07, 2022, 12:07:51 PM
Post by: Echotech on April 07, 2022, 12:30:47 PM
:Hope the rain abates soon, Echotech. :tu:
Thanks Rizio :tu: :cheers:
Post by: comis on April 07, 2022, 12:37:55 PM
DAY 66:zoidberg, I really do like your idea with PLB, espeically if you are out and about on a mountain bike. Though it probably is beyond IFAK discussion, I often feel signal group is what often being overlooked in most survival/outdoor kit.
My run/explore day kit:The PLB is carried in a plastic container for some additional impact protection from falls while running or mountain biking.
- bivvy bag (not blanket)
- PLB (in plastic container) and signal mirror
- pill container
- IFAK
- ziplock bags
Ziplock bags help keep gear dry from rain, sweat, unplanned river swims etc.
Pills:In with the pills is a needle and thread.
- migraine
- anti-inflammatory
- pain
- antihistamine
- decongestant
Day 66: Grinding more coffee ☕Respect for those who take their coffee seriously...
I didn't manage a chicken in March, but have snuck one on for April.....Good job with the chicken and the Soldier!
(https://i.imgur.com/9aJuy3m.jpg)
This time the bird got spatchcocked.
(https://i.imgur.com/5Fgmsbo.jpg)
And roasted.....
(https://i.imgur.com/CyYMmzB.jpg)
The chicken was great (stuffed with rosemary, salt, pepper, and butter), the 2008 Soldier....not so much.
The serrated blade was awkward to use while trying to disect out the backbone and pelvis. Did fine removing the wishbone, but, when taking out the ribs, I found myself wishing I were in the Buck 110 challenge..... :rofl: Well, the Soldier got the job done is in the end, it just didn't go as smoothly as with some other knives.
Post by: comis on April 07, 2022, 01:18:42 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/LCciwEt.jpg)
Soldier did a covert operation to liberate a few pieces of chocolate from the freezer at a time, Little guy will devour the whole thing in no time, if he just know where the safe house is.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 07, 2022, 01:47:08 PM
Day 67
Heading out for my brother's birthday 🎂
I gave my brother corona.
Post by: McStitchy on April 07, 2022, 02:11:21 PM
DAY 67:
:dd:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 07, 2022, 02:59:16 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 07, 2022, 04:20:55 PM
Awl got used to open a parcel containing a new axe.....
(https://i.imgur.com/qllpoWo.jpg)
Cutting edge AND hammer poll..... That's a multitool! :tu:
pretty cool hawk
Day 64
i'm lagging,but catching up,no use.
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Day 65
masking tape again
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i had mislabelled day 59 so i have 2 of those.
i kept checking my previous posts but there are so many days in this challenge :D
Post by: Myron on April 07, 2022, 06:10:50 PM
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Post by: SubMY on April 07, 2022, 06:20:24 PM
Removing the tiny bottle of Tabasco from MREs was a dumb move!
They actually still have them in some of them.
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D+64-66
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Another package to pass the time.
(https://i.imgur.com/jtBRmmW.jpeg)
This was suppose to be a nice picture of warm weather...but then it snowed yesterday :rofl:
(https://i.imgur.com/Y22bcbB.jpeg)
And lastly cereal for dinner. ::)
Post by: RF52 on April 07, 2022, 09:33:06 PM
Candy! :rofl:
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Post by: McStitchy on April 07, 2022, 10:04:56 PM
Day 67
Long office day was calling for a morale booster...
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 07, 2022, 11:25:36 PM
Back home after a far too short a trip. Milan was miles better than the last two times I went - the most recent of those was 17 years ago, mind!
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Back to work in the morning. :-[
Post by: Appleandrew on April 07, 2022, 11:47:33 PM
New home purchase. Very exciting!!!!!
Post by: Nix on April 08, 2022, 01:17:37 AM
Now we're talking buddy!! The 111's are so good for that kind of work, with the fine edged blade. I've used the Work Champ in kitchen mode off and on in the 15 months since I got it. It cuts as good as my Opinel's do, except clean up can be tricky if you're not careful :facepalm:. Well, with the April chicken, we can call it a day and head home for tea ☕☕ :cheers:
:cheers:
Post by: Farmer X on April 08, 2022, 01:18:21 AM
Sydney had now received normal annual average in 3 months...Too bad you can't send some of it to the San Joaquin Valley. Those farmers really need some rain. The slugs seem to be happier than a pig in...well, you know.
I gave my brother corona.The good kind of Corona! The Mexican beer is okay, too.
New home purchase.And here I thought you'd purchased a new house...
Day 67
I knew this package was coming, but I had no idea what was in it. Thanks, Alan K!
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Post by: Nix on April 08, 2022, 01:18:49 AM
Excellent looking chicken :like:
Did you find the serrations on the blade a must have on a soldiers knife so far?
No. :-\
Post by: Nix on April 08, 2022, 01:20:53 AM
I gave my brother corona.
He'll appreciate that.... :tu:...when it stops raining.... :rofl:
Post by: Nix on April 08, 2022, 01:22:25 AM
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Post by: McStitchy on April 08, 2022, 01:32:10 AM
No. :-\
:rofl: ...I thought so. What were they thinking I wonder :think:
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 08, 2022, 02:50:41 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 08, 2022, 02:52:37 AM
Too bad you can't send some of it to the San Joaquin Valley. Those farmers really need some rain. The slugs seem to be happier than a pig in...well, you know.
is okay, too.
:iagree: wish we could too FX
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 08, 2022, 04:15:51 AM
Thank you all for the good wishes!
I got some kind of mosquito transmited disease. The Docs got samples of my blood and sent It to a more specialized lab. As all levels and functions in my body are getting as near of normal possible, they sent me home.
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 08, 2022, 04:18:41 AM
Day 63
Wife sent me some vitamins. She knows what is the best for me
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 08, 2022, 04:20:44 AM
Time to go home! Missing my kids.
Cutting the ID tag from my wrist.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220408/17ad04ef9d025a6fde2d80e9a5d07f41.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 08, 2022, 04:29:09 AM
Time to enjoy the sun.
The city's Caravel. I love this boat since my childhood. (When I was a kid, the boat was kept in the water. Now it's in the dry, near his old anchorage)
I see the every day in my way to work. And in the way to the little girl kindergarten.
The Caravel located in a park at a short walk from my home. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220408/aad6dbf0eb2f8f8739dcf6defc96b094.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220408/a08cf04c8065d7476dba6e8faf4ac5d6.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 08, 2022, 04:31:26 AM
The SI awl opened a parcel with our new friend N.08 with Oak handle.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220408/bb37ec26247a118b3d41bf147b230114.jpg)
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Post by: Farmer X on April 08, 2022, 05:00:14 AM
Some light reading.:tu: I need to add more of that sort of thing to my library.
I love this boat since my childhood.
The SI awl opened a parcel with our new friend N.08 with Oak handle.:2tu: A great old boat (ship?), and a beautiful Opinel. I'm going to get No. 6s in walnut and olivewood sooner or later.
Day 67 Bonus!
A late produce delivery meant I could get some bonus shots. That is probably the biggest potato I've ever seen.
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Post by: Nix on April 08, 2022, 05:16:36 AM
Hello guys!
Thank you all for the good wishes!
I got some kind of mosquito transmited disease. The Docs got samples of my blood and sent It to a more specialized lab. As all levels and functions in my body are getting as near of normal possible, they sent me home.
Glad you are doing well, Hevy.
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Post by: Nix on April 08, 2022, 05:18:06 AM
Day 66
The SI awl opened a parcel with our new friend N.08 with Oak handle.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220408/bb37ec26247a118b3d41bf147b230114.jpg)
:like: Those are great hogs on the handle. Good knife for a BBQ! :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on April 08, 2022, 05:49:40 AM
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 08, 2022, 11:18:57 AM
Something caught up in my wife’s bike. Ended up using the awl
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 08, 2022, 11:46:30 AM
Day 68 (D+67)
Back on mail duty….
Post by: zoidberg on April 08, 2022, 12:42:49 PM
Post by: comis on April 08, 2022, 01:40:30 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/V5TYuSi.jpg)
Pizza duty today!
Post by: comis on April 08, 2022, 01:51:04 PM
I gave my brother corona.That looks useful! :tu:
They actually still have them in some of them.The little tabasco reminded me of a neck sheath for this I saw the other day. :D
(https://i.imgur.com/ttfrAt9.jpeg)
D+64-66
(https://i.imgur.com/eUv1OiH.jpeg)
Another package to pass the time.
(https://i.imgur.com/jtBRmmW.jpeg)
This was suppose to be a nice picture of warm weather...but then it snowed yesterday :rofl:
(https://i.imgur.com/Y22bcbB.jpeg)
And lastly cereal for dinner. ::)
Day 66: Some light reading. Not a lot of use, mostly on the road today.His books are pretty well layed out, even though I do think there are just too many Cs to remember in his system. :D
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Day 64So glad to see you getting up and running, and nice view on the Caravel! :cheers: :tu:
Time to go home! Missing my kids.
Cutting the ID tag from my wrist.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220408/17ad04ef9d025a6fde2d80e9a5d07f41.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 08, 2022, 01:58:59 PM
Day 66
The SI awl opened a parcel with our new friend N.08 with Oak handle.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220408/bb37ec26247a118b3d41bf147b230114.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 08, 2022, 02:01:15 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 08, 2022, 04:13:01 PM
DAY 68:
likes like your SAK's been chewed by a dingo :D
Day 66
it's cloudy and chilly,with some rain
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Post by: RF52 on April 08, 2022, 04:56:57 PM
Electric work today :tu:
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 08, 2022, 07:21:25 PM
Drinks o clock….
Post by: Nix on April 08, 2022, 08:34:51 PM
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Go Sox !!!
Go Sox !!!
Go Sox !!!
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 08, 2022, 09:42:26 PM
Post by: Farmer X on April 08, 2022, 09:42:48 PM
Pizza duty today!:tu: I had pizza last night. Beef and broccoli is on the menu tonight.
Electric work today.That's a lot of wires, fuses, relays, and whatnot! Are you working on a car?
Red Sox opening day called for opening a can of New England baked beans...to go with the mandatory hot dog... ;)Baked beans and hot dogs: a great combo! I'll have to put that on the menu soon.
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I'd say, "Go Tigers," but they probably won't do much of anything.
Day 68
Some paracord arrived today. Gecko (in the middle) is 275 cord, which will go on my Leatherman Juice Pro. 550 cord is too wide to pass through a Juice lanyard hole. I had to see how Royal Mountain would look on with black scales. I think the answer is "pretty dang good."
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Post by: McStitchy on April 08, 2022, 10:29:46 PM
Red Sox opening day called for opening a can of New England baked beans...to go with the mandatory hot dog... ;)
(https://i.imgur.com/CbVj1Se.png)Go Sox !!!Go Sox !!!Go Sox !!!
Sounds good :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 08, 2022, 10:33:13 PM
Day 68
Apple duty :salute:
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Post by: McStitchy on April 08, 2022, 10:34:19 PM
Day 68. Bonus!!!
Drinks o clock….
Careful with the blondes :ahhh
Post by: RF52 on April 08, 2022, 10:40:10 PM
:tu: I had pizza last night. Beef and broccoli is on the menu tonight.A Scania bus :tu: Had a problem with the relay that opens the magnetic valve to the natural gas tanks, turned out to be loose connections in the relay contact :tu:
That's a lot of wires, fuses, relays, and whatnot! Are you working on a car?
Baked beans and hot dogs: a great combo! I'll have to put that on the menu soon.Show contentI'd say, "Go Tigers," but they probably won't do much of anything.
Day 68
Some paracord arrived today. Gecko (in the middle) is 275 cord, which will go on my Leatherman Juice Pro. 550 cord is too wide to pass through a Juice lanyard hole. I had to see how Royal Mountain would look on with black scales. I think the answer is "pretty dang good."
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 08, 2022, 11:01:14 PM
Box opening.
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Post by: Myron on April 09, 2022, 01:17:06 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 09, 2022, 05:26:29 AM
Pork steaks washed down with a refreshing ale
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 09, 2022, 06:23:16 AM
Post by: comis on April 09, 2022, 07:03:04 AM
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Food prep today for a big lunch. Just counted all the posted pictures and apparently I am still a day wrong after a self adjustment a week or two ago, total pictures posted for this challenge including yesterday was 66(not counting the extras), apology for the confusion.
Post by: comis on April 09, 2022, 07:16:14 AM
Day 68:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXoPEmh39ls
Electric work today :tu:
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Cut the red wire! It's always the red!
Red Sox opening day called for opening a can of New England baked beans...to go with the mandatory hot dog... ;)"Mandatory hot dog" --I don't watch much baseball, but I could totally use this.
(https://i.imgur.com/CbVj1Se.png)Go Sox !!!Go Sox !!!Go Sox !!!
Day 68, no uses today but I did just get this lovely little French Issarinox. I will be carrying this after the challenge. :)Looks lovely, being a knife enthusiat, the hard part for me being in a challenge is not able to play and carry with all the options.
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The one thing that this super challenge is killing me with is keeping track of what day we're on :facepalm: so I'm just going to wing it and see what happens :rofl:. If I don't get the badge it won't be for lack of trying. I think I should be in Day 69 after fouling up yesterday. Not much action for us tonight so far.Barry, you read my mind--and that's why I went back to see all my past posts and count all my pictures. Now I won't post a new one without doube checking with yesterday post count.
Post by: Echotech on April 09, 2022, 08:06:20 AM
The one thing that this super challenge is killing me with is keeping track of what day we're on :facepalm: so I'm just going to wing it and see what happens :rofl:. If I don't get the badge it won't be for lack of trying. I think I should be in Day 69 after fouling up yesterday. Not much action for us tonight so far.
Barry, you read my mind--and that's why I went back to see all my past posts and count all my pictures. Now I won't post a new one without doube checking with yesterday post count.
If it’s any help gents it’s currently quite straightforward to work out the day we’re on, assuming you started on January 31 and have posted everyday
January 1 day
February 28 days
March 31 days
So a total of 60 days
Therefore it’s whatever date it is in April plus 60, a clever set up by our fine host Nix allowing day 90 to be 30th April :hatsoff:
:cheers:
Post by: RF52 on April 09, 2022, 10:15:32 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXoPEmh39lsWhich red wire? :dunno: It's maybe 100 different red wires :rofl
Cut the red wire! It's always the red!
"Mandatory hot dog" --I don't watch much baseball, but I could totally use this.
Looks lovely, being a knife enthusiat, the hard part for me being in a challenge is not able to play and carry with all the options.
Barry, you read my mind--and that's why I went back to see all my past posts and count all my pictures. Now I won't post a new one without doube checking with yesterday post count.
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Post by: RF52 on April 09, 2022, 10:19:39 AM
The one thing that this super challenge is killing me with is keeping track of what day we're on :facepalm: so I'm just going to wing it and see what happens :rofl:. If I don't get the badge it won't be for lack of trying. I think I should be in Day 69 after fouling up yesterday. Not much action for us tonight so far.:iagree: keeping track of the days are hard.
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Post by: RF52 on April 09, 2022, 10:22:12 AM
A turkey, cheese and paprika baguette for breakfast :tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 09, 2022, 01:46:07 PM
Day 69 (D+68)
More awlsome work for the awl, opening a box containing a WDT (Weiss Distribution Tool, in case you were wondering!) to assist in the espresso preparation. I blame James Hoffmann! :rofl: But seriously, I think it actually worked as the pressure did seem to be more steady when using my hand cranked espresso machine. I add a pic of my soldier enjoying an espresso!
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 09, 2022, 02:14:41 PM
A quick, rushed early morning shot before leaving the house as there's no carry today with being at the football.
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Post by: RF52 on April 09, 2022, 02:15:04 PM
Cool toy for your coffee
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 09, 2022, 02:31:19 PM
Post by: zoidberg on April 09, 2022, 02:41:21 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 09, 2022, 03:11:33 PM
Post by: Nix on April 09, 2022, 03:16:02 PM
If it’s any help gents it’s currently quite straightforward to work out the day we’re on, assuming you started on January 31 and have posted everyday
January 1 day
February 28 days
March 31 days
So a total of 60 days
Therefore it’s whatever date it is in April plus 60, a clever set up by our fine host Nix allowing day 90 to be 30th April :hatsoff:
:cheers:
Yeah, I was worried it would be hard to keep track.... :rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 09, 2022, 04:34:20 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 09, 2022, 04:41:22 PM
Day 67: The rest of the collection is probably pretty jealous of how much pocket time the soldier is getting.any chance of a show and tell? :D
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Post by: Myron on April 09, 2022, 04:41:35 PM
The mind is the first thing to go :facepalm:. Now I'm nursing my back....from a combination of a simple bike ride and walking the dogs buddy! Where's the justice? :rofl:
Barry, you said it brother! Took my dogs on a 4-mile walk yesterday and now my legs feel like I ran a marathon.
Post by: Myron on April 09, 2022, 04:51:17 PM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 09, 2022, 05:09:03 PM
The one thing that this super challenge is killing me with is keeping track of what day we're on :facepalm: so I'm just going to wing it and see what happens :rofl:. If I don't get the badge it won't be for lack of trying. I think I should be in Day 69 after fouling up yesterday. Not much action for us tonight so far.
yeah i know what you mean,i duplicated a day [hope it isn't more ::)]
Day 69
some awl use this am,still raining [apparently the first snow for the year fell on the Drakensburg which is 2 to 3 hours away,and explains the chill and rain]
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 09, 2022, 05:15:10 PM
Barry, you said it brother! Took my dogs on a 4-mile walk yesterday and now my legs feel like I ran a marathon.You're so right Myron :facepalm:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 09, 2022, 05:17:07 PM
yeah i know what you mean,i duplicated a day [hope it isn't more ::)]Same here Humayd. I think it's going to be a wet year.
Day 69
some awl use this am,still raining [apparently the first snow for the year fell on the Drakensburg which is 2 to 3 hours away,and explains the chill and rain]
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51990937607_b2f96862b3.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ndg9pZ)20220409_084252 (https://flic.kr/p/2ndg9pZ) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 09, 2022, 05:45:45 PM
Missed a couple of days , sorry.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 09, 2022, 05:46:07 PM
Post by: an0nemus on April 09, 2022, 06:40:36 PM
Beach view after several months of lockdown
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Post by: an0nemus on April 09, 2022, 06:42:13 PM
Another street view
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Post by: an0nemus on April 09, 2022, 06:43:23 PM
Another package task
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Post by: an0nemus on April 09, 2022, 06:44:53 PM
Weekend drink
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 09, 2022, 06:54:07 PM
Same here Humayd. I think it's going to be a wet year.
certainly looks that way.
last July was the coldest we've experienced here,with light snowfall 25 mins inland,which was a first,so close to the coast
Post by: Appleandrew on April 09, 2022, 07:23:08 PM
Not showing much imagination here…..
Post by: Nix on April 09, 2022, 07:57:54 PM
Day 69
Not showing much imagination here…..
Let's call it dedicated testing? :dunno:
Post by: Nix on April 09, 2022, 08:00:09 PM
Day 69, and I’m finding this challenge is terrible for my budget! To alleviate the problem of a lack of variety, I’m buying all kinds of new knives I don’t need, or “adding to my collection of the rare and valuable” as I tell my long-suffering spouse.
:rofl:
Well a sane person might have concluded that this challenge is demonstrating the need for just one knife ('though scissors would be nice....), but I see you are a true MTo SAK knight! :SAKnight:
Post by: McStitchy on April 09, 2022, 08:38:21 PM
Day 69
Preparing some chocolate for the fridge to be "ready to pick" whenever I open it... :D
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Post by: Farmer X on April 09, 2022, 08:40:31 PM
To alleviate the problem of a lack of variety, I’m buying all kinds of new knives I don’t need, or “adding to my collection of the rare and valuable..."I haven't been buying much lately. My desire for new knives and multis has been quenched through trading and selling. When I wanted a new carrier, I took it out of my safe queens and put it in the roll (see below).
Great photos from awl, especially the food and beer! I like a good Porter.
Day 69
In anticipation of a no-use day, the Pioneer posed with a very closely related Cellidor cousin.
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Post by: Myron on April 09, 2022, 08:53:40 PM
:rofl:Sane person? On this forum? Good one, Nix!
Well a sane person might have concluded that this challenge is demonstrating the need for just one knife ('though scissors would be nice....), but I see you are a true MTo SAK knight! :SAKnight:
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Post by: RF52 on April 09, 2022, 09:58:05 PM
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 09, 2022, 10:14:44 PM
Day 69
Not showing much imagination here…..
One of my absolute favourite beers. I've got a bottle of the Grand Reserve and the Grand Reserve Port Infused waiting to be supped...
Post by: Nix on April 10, 2022, 01:46:10 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 10, 2022, 02:13:38 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 10, 2022, 05:07:22 AM
Better weather today so time for some tidying up the yard
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 10, 2022, 05:18:40 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 10, 2022, 05:21:43 AM
any chance of a show and tell? :DSure thing! When I get back from my camping trip, I'll pull out some pieces worth showing. I'll probably link to a video so as to not clog up this thread
Post by: Echotech on April 10, 2022, 05:48:51 AM
Here’s my main FAK for travel, 72 hour bag type scenarios etc. Carried with aerogard insect repellent and sun block (not shown)
Smaller edc one in post below
Covers basic first aid, hygiene, pain control, insect bites, dental, water purification without weighing much
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Post by: Echotech on April 10, 2022, 05:53:32 AM
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 10, 2022, 10:10:59 AM
Early cycle ride done…. Banana sandwich for breakfast.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 10, 2022, 10:49:14 AM
This morning’s ride felt like hard work despite the lack of wind! Never mind, time for a cappuccino while the breakfast is cooking - here’s the soldier resting with my coffee paraphernalia - and the new WDT seems to work nicely!
Post by: zoidberg on April 10, 2022, 10:55:25 AM
Needed to get out of the house yesterday so picked a mountain to bike up and off I went.
The climb was horrible, views were epic and the trail back down was next level.
I decided to add another hill climb in before heading back to the car park.
Catching my breath up the top I took a quick pic of the soldier stuck in a post and the bike with it.
Post by: zoidberg on April 10, 2022, 10:57:03 AM
Post by: zoidberg on April 10, 2022, 10:58:06 AM
Was pretty exhausted when I got back to the truck so loaded up the bike and went home.
Kids had cooked spag bog for dinner and the fire had been lit.
All I had to do now was walk the dog, have a shower and go to bed.
Reached into the bike bag for my headlamp and soldier.
No soldier.
Smurf.
Refilled the water bottles, packed an extra flashlight, picked up my running shoes and headed back out.
The hour plus drive to the hill was done in silence.
Climbing was done listening to wild stags roaring across the valley.
Was pretty relieved when I got to the top and the soldier lit up, so happy I didn't have to search for the whole loop.
Post by: zoidberg on April 10, 2022, 11:02:10 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 10, 2022, 11:05:58 AM
Post by: McStitchy on April 10, 2022, 11:07:17 AM
Epic pics and story Zoid :like: :like: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on April 10, 2022, 11:15:22 AM
Omelette for lunch.
Post by: zoidberg on April 10, 2022, 11:16:15 AM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 10, 2022, 11:48:09 AM
Sure thing! When I get back from my camping trip, I'll pull out some pieces worth showing. I'll probably link to a video so as to not clog up this threadcool,thanks Al :D
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 10, 2022, 11:53:16 AM
Day 70yummy!i'm fond of banana sandwiches,i'v done plain like you did,fried/sauteed [in a little butter and sugar,like a puree] and toasted with cheese :D
Early cycle ride done…. Banana sandwich for breakfast.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 10, 2022, 01:00:21 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 10, 2022, 01:43:44 PM
Can opening.
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 10, 2022, 01:50:51 PM
Didn't really like the soldier and bike pic so turned and took a pic of the view out the other side.
amazing pics Z!
Day 70
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Post by: comis on April 10, 2022, 02:13:08 PM
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SI attended tea duty today.
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 10, 2022, 02:27:42 PM
:rofl: ...you did well. We do not leave an Soldier behind in the field :salute:Exactly! There's no better feeling than finding a lost knife or m/t.
Epic pics and story Zoid :like: :like: :like:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 10, 2022, 02:29:43 PM
Post by: McStitchy on April 10, 2022, 02:48:21 PM
Day 70: Didn't get anything done today. Rained outside and nursing a pulled back muscle inside.
That calls for some quality time ;)
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 10, 2022, 03:07:16 PM
Post by: comis on April 10, 2022, 03:34:47 PM
If it’s any help gents it’s currently quite straightforward to work out the day we’re on, assuming you started on January 31 and have posted everydayThat does make perfect sense, except I think my posting has not been very consistently 24 hours apart and once in a blue moon I might have done some catching up. So I end up have to count and recount all my posts to get an accurate 'date'. Hopefully it's smooth sailing from now on.
January 1 day
February 28 days
March 31 days
So a total of 60 days
Therefore it’s whatever date it is in April plus 60, a clever set up by our fine host Nix allowing day 90 to be 30th April :hatsoff:
:cheers:
Which red wire? :dunno: It's maybe 100 different red wires :rofl:rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 10, 2022, 03:40:01 PM
Post by: comis on April 10, 2022, 03:40:09 PM
Looks yummy, RF52! :drool:Wooo....fancy tool! At first glace, I thought it was a pretty cool looking minimalist flashlight. :tu:
Day 69 (D+68)
More awlsome work for the awl, opening a box containing a WDT (Weiss Distribution Tool, in case you were wondering!) to assist in the espresso preparation. I blame James Hoffmann! :rofl: But seriously, I think it actually worked as the pressure did seem to be more steady when using my hand cranked espresso machine. I add a pic of my soldier enjoying an espresso!
Day 69, and I’m finding this challenge is terrible for my budget! To alleviate the problem of a lack of variety, I’m buying all kinds of new knives I don’t need, or “adding to my collection of the rare and valuable” as I tell my long-suffering spouse.I am actually quite thankful for this challenge, I do collect Soldiers on and off for years, but never really did take the time to examine the collection. This challenge kinda give me the excuse to finally do a full inventory check and find out the loopholes in my spreadsheet. :hatsoff:
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D +63Must be nice to be out again! :cheers:
Beach view after several months of lockdown
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Post by: comis on April 10, 2022, 03:50:01 PM
Sure thing! When I get back from my camping trip, I'll pull out some pieces worth showing. I'll probably link to a video so as to not clog up this thread:popcorn: :popcorn: :popcorn:
…and the EDC versionNice kit! I think the sting treatment is nice, espeically for kids. :tu:
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And yes, Rocko did get his walk when I got home after midnight.Lost and Found make the bond stronger! :like:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 10, 2022, 05:03:47 PM
Wooo....fancy tool! At first glace, I thought it was a pretty cool looking minimalist flashlight. :tu:
I see what you mean! You unscrew the back cap off and then poke 9 acupuncture needles through, 0.25mm in my case and use them to stir the coffee grounds in the portafilter to remove clumps and help prevent “channeling”, probably a bit excessive but it seems to work, so why not?! But that’s where I stop on the coffee rabbit hole….. :facepalm:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 10, 2022, 05:40:26 PM
Post by: McStitchy on April 10, 2022, 06:33:25 PM
Day 70
Cheese had to be opened quickly...
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 10, 2022, 07:25:32 PM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 10, 2022, 09:19:15 PM
Day 70 (D+69) bonus
Time for a Broadside!
Post by: Nix on April 10, 2022, 09:35:50 PM
Day 68: Campin!
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:tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 10, 2022, 09:37:00 PM
:iagree: interesting McStitchy!
Day 70 (D+69) bonus
Time for a Broadside!
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Interesting looking brew !
Post by: Nix on April 10, 2022, 09:37:06 PM
FAK Challenge
Here’s my main FAK for travel, 72 hour bag type scenarios etc. Carried with aerogard insect repellent and sun block (not shown)
Smaller edc one in post below
Covers basic first aid, hygiene, pain control, insect bites, dental, water purification without weighing much
:like:
Post by: Nix on April 10, 2022, 09:37:55 PM
Day 70
Early cycle ride done…. Banana sandwich for breakfast.
Banana and peanut butter is one of my favorites! :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 10, 2022, 09:40:02 PM
With other bikers approaching the summit, I quickly pulled my helmet and gloves on and dropped into the trail.
Was pretty exhausted when I got back to the truck so loaded up the bike and went home.
Kids had cooked spag bog for dinner and the fire had been lit.
All I had to do now was walk the dog, have a shower and go to bed.
Reached into the bike bag for my headlamp and soldier.
No soldier.
Smurf.
Refilled the water bottles, packed an extra flashlight, picked up my running shoes and headed back out.
The hour plus drive to the hill was done in silence.
Climbing was done listening to wild stags roaring across the valley.
Was pretty relieved when I got to the top and the soldier lit up, so happy I didn't have to search for the whole loop.
Sounds like a great day....even with the bonus workout. (Glad the Soldier kept his post! (sorry for the pun...)) :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 10, 2022, 09:41:07 PM
Post by: Myron on April 10, 2022, 09:42:21 PM
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Post by: Nix on April 10, 2022, 09:44:34 PM
Sharpening the score keeping pencil.....
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Opening fan-favorite refreshments.....
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Post by: RF52 on April 10, 2022, 09:59:17 PM
Beer o'clock :cheers:
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Post by: Nix on April 10, 2022, 10:12:40 PM
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 10, 2022, 10:45:56 PM
JR
Post by: Nix on April 10, 2022, 11:30:09 PM
:-[
Post by: Farmer X on April 10, 2022, 11:40:27 PM
Here’s the soldier resting with my coffee paraphernalia.You take your coffee seriously! :salute: :tu:
Happy I didn't have to search for the whole loop.Glad you managed to locate it.
Rained outside and nursing a pulled back muscle inside.Ouch! Hope you start feeling better real soon.
Day 70
The Pioneer couldn't help with cleaning the gutters, but I did take its awlsome awl to an old belt.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 11, 2022, 12:01:47 AM
Day 70 (D+69)I love it!!
This morning’s ride felt like hard work despite the lack of wind! Never mind, time for a cappuccino while the breakfast is cooking - here’s the soldier resting with my coffee paraphernalia - and the new WDT seems to work nicely!
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 11, 2022, 01:25:47 AM
Yeah, well you have scissors, don't ya? :rofl:Yeah so,,
:-[
JR
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 11, 2022, 04:43:46 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 11, 2022, 04:48:24 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 11, 2022, 05:32:24 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 11, 2022, 05:35:30 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 11, 2022, 08:46:08 AM
Day 69: Out on the boat.
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That looks like great fun! :like:
Day 71
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You’ll have to watch they don’t make off with your Vic there! :rofl:
Post by: Echotech on April 11, 2022, 09:12:40 AM
You’ll have to watch they don’t make off with your Vic there! :rofl:
:rofl:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 11, 2022, 09:28:59 AM
Time to break out some crumpets for breakfast - main blade on point.
Post by: McStitchy on April 11, 2022, 10:06:00 AM
Yeah so,,
JR
Soldiers are not allowed to have scissors!
A saw is ok though... :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on April 11, 2022, 10:07:58 AM
Day 70
The Pioneer couldn't help with cleaning the gutters, but I did take its awlsome awl to an old belt.
Best awl ever :2tu:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 11, 2022, 10:20:07 AM
Post by: zoidberg on April 11, 2022, 10:46:40 AM
Post by: McStitchy on April 11, 2022, 11:06:54 AM
Day 69: Out on the boat.
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Awesome :like:
...how's your landing technic?
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Post by: McStitchy on April 11, 2022, 11:09:19 AM
Day 71
Rust ! :ahhh
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 11, 2022, 01:00:55 PM
Awesome :like:
...how's your landing technic?
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why you filming me??
Post by: MadPlumbarian on April 11, 2022, 02:11:12 PM
Soldiers are not allowed to have scissors!Ahh,,
A saw is ok though... :ahhh
JR
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 11, 2022, 03:16:17 PM
Best awl ever :2tu:
Post by: comis on April 11, 2022, 04:28:40 PM
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No use today, SI hanged out with the Fire station crew with pizza.
Post by: Myron on April 11, 2022, 04:32:15 PM
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Post by: comis on April 11, 2022, 04:34:11 PM
That looks like great fun! :like:
You’ll have to watch they don’t make off with your Vic there! :rofl:
:rofl::rofl:
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Awesome :like:
...how's your landing technic?
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:rofl: :rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 11, 2022, 04:36:38 PM
Day 71. Only three more Mondays in the challenge….. Love that Seamaster Myron! A buddy of mine has one.
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Post by: Myron on April 11, 2022, 06:11:12 PM
. Love that Seamaster Myron! A buddy of mine has one.
Thank you, Barry! I waited six months for one to come in and I'm happy to say that Omega really got it right with this watch. I had the 2014 version and hated it; too big, too shiny, too tall, not very comfortable. But this 2021 version fixes everything that was wrong with the outgoing model.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 11, 2022, 07:03:22 PM
Day 71. Only three more Mondays in the challenge….
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that's an amazing timepiece
Day 71
3rd day of rain here,some localized flooding,seems like the rain will be here for a few more days
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Post by: McStitchy on April 11, 2022, 08:04:38 PM
:rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on April 11, 2022, 08:06:07 PM
Day 69
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No use today, SI hanged out with the Fire station crew with pizza.
:2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 11, 2022, 08:08:40 PM
Day 71. Only three more Mondays in the challenge….
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Lovely Seamaster that :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on April 11, 2022, 08:12:58 PM
Day 71
Just some package opening today...
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Post by: RF52 on April 11, 2022, 09:43:12 PM
Changed batteries in the kid's toy :tu:
The backside phillips works great on those tiny screws :tu:
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 11, 2022, 10:39:02 PM
It's my mum and dad's wedding anniversary today, so I thought I'd treat them...
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Post by: an0nemus on April 12, 2022, 12:27:13 AM
Street scene
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Post by: an0nemus on April 12, 2022, 12:27:45 AM
Package duty
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Post by: an0nemus on April 12, 2022, 12:28:14 AM
Car wash time
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Post by: Myron on April 12, 2022, 02:20:41 AM
Post by: Myron on April 12, 2022, 02:22:03 AM
D+70
It's my mum and dad's wedding anniversary today, so I thought I'd treat them...
A very thoughtful thing to do, Michael! I wish your folks many happy returns. :)
Post by: Farmer X on April 12, 2022, 02:34:09 AM
Time to break out some crumpets for breakfast - main blade on point.I could go for some crumpets! :tu:
DAY 71:Dog photo bomb! :like:
Only three more Mondays in the challenge….A classy timepiece!
It's my mum and dad's wedding anniversary today, so I thought I'd treat them...Happy anniversary to your parents! :cheers:
Day 71
Yep, making more new friends. No longer do I have to lament the loss of my Squirt E4! Mahalo very, very much to Aloha!
The resolution of the action shot is due to it being taken while I was filming a video. If you have absolutely no better use for 8 minutes and 39 seconds of your time:
https://youtu.be/l7od0UV5-JU
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 12, 2022, 04:19:21 AM
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Post by: Nix on April 12, 2022, 04:36:33 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 12, 2022, 05:37:39 AM
Day 70: Bday card opening!Many happy returns AL
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Post by: Echotech on April 12, 2022, 05:43:21 AM
Trimming some sprouts to roast....Yum :drool:
(https://i.imgur.com/Is1Sdso.png)
Not everyone likes sprouts but I love ‘em :like:
Post by: Echotech on April 12, 2022, 05:44:35 AM
Got the batteries replaced on my fave dive watch I’ve had over 30 years
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220412/b07ec9626715d5eb9baab2758c810001.jpg)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 12, 2022, 07:01:46 AM
Post by: zoidberg on April 12, 2022, 08:43:31 AM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 12, 2022, 09:14:44 AM
Easter bonnet day at nursery.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 12, 2022, 10:20:34 AM
A very thoughtful thing to do, Michael! I wish your folks many happy returns. :)
Happy anniversary to your parents! :cheers:
Cheers both. 45 years they've been married. One of them deserves a medal, I'm just not sure who. :D
Day 70: Bday card opening!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220412/6587ca6c1f1d52d361bf1b17b2e91b76.jpg)
Happy Birthday. :cheers:
Yum :drool:
Not everyone likes sprouts but I love ‘em :like:
Me too. :iagree:
Post by: an0nemus on April 12, 2022, 11:44:42 AM
More packages arrived
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220412/33526e40e0aa5c9d3572b9737fd8752d.jpg)
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 12, 2022, 01:24:53 PM
D+70
It's my mum and dad's wedding anniversary today, so I thought I'd treat them...
(https://i.imgur.com/kwNEgI7.jpg)
Congratulations to them! :cheers:
Happy Birthday, Althesciencepal! :cheers:
Nix, Echotech - I’m another firm fan of sprouts! Yum! :drool:
Day 72 (D+71)
Back to post duty!
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 12, 2022, 02:40:23 PM
Cheers both. 45 years they've been married. One of them deserves a medal, I'm just not sure who. :DCheers to your folks and Happy birthday to you Al! I'm in with the sprouts too!
Happy Birthday. :cheers:
Me too. :iagree:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 12, 2022, 02:41:38 PM
Post by: Myron on April 12, 2022, 03:27:47 PM
Day 72 here and just some mail opening duties.
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Post by: comis on April 12, 2022, 04:05:36 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/J52LHZ8.jpg)
Coffee duty, I never quite understand the meaning behind all the numbers for this Japanese brand.
Post by: comis on April 12, 2022, 04:17:58 PM
Day 70: Bday card opening!I am a day late, but happy B-day! And many happy returns! :cheers:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220412/6587ca6c1f1d52d361bf1b17b2e91b76.jpg)
Yum :drool:I do too, they make perfect side dish, but never do have a good receipe for them to elevate their status from a side dish to a main dish... :think:
Not everyone likes sprouts but I love ‘em :like:
DAY 72:Cool keychain! Nice to have a wookiee in your pants...wait, that comes out wrong... :facepalm:
belated day 71Reminded me the one I made for my little guy last year during the MadMax challenge:
Easter bonnet day at nursery.
(https://i.imgur.com/ZCYuEwC.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 12, 2022, 04:38:26 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 12, 2022, 05:07:55 PM
Day 72
i got a couple more components for my GSMRE,breakfast and a meal.
the 10 servings of muesli will be be good for breakfast and a few snacks.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52000102930_fb9b8c5f7d.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ne57WN)2022-04-12_03-11-41 (https://flic.kr/p/2ne57WN) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 12, 2022, 05:37:29 PM
Day 72
Got the batteries replaced on my fave dive watch I’ve had over 30 years
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220412/b07ec9626715d5eb9baab2758c810001.jpg)
love it!
was the first dive watch i intended to buy,but that didn't work out,and i got the quartz 200m diver's instead.
i still have a love for Citizen diver's
Post by: Nix on April 12, 2022, 05:52:31 PM
Day 70: Bday card opening!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220412/6587ca6c1f1d52d361bf1b17b2e91b76.jpg)
Hey, I missed that. Happy birthday! :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 12, 2022, 05:53:30 PM
Not everyone likes sprouts but I love ‘em :like:
Too true. Fortunately both Mrs Nix and I adore 'em. :cheers:
Post by: Nix on April 12, 2022, 05:54:42 PM
@Echotech, it’s always so nice to get an old favorite up and running again!
:iagree:
Post by: Nix on April 12, 2022, 05:55:14 PM
i got a couple more components for my GSMRE,breakfast and a meal.
the 10 servings of muesli will be be good for breakfast and a few snacks.
:like:
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 12, 2022, 06:15:55 PM
Hey, I missed that. Happy birthday! :tu:Thank you!!!
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 12, 2022, 06:17:12 PM
You guys are the best! Soldier on!
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 12, 2022, 06:27:05 PM
A bit of a touch up today
(https://i.imgur.com/I2O9PAW.jpg)
Post by: SurgeUk on April 12, 2022, 06:39:21 PM
love it!
was the first dive watch i intended to buy,but that didn't work out,and i got the quartz 200m diver's instead.
i still have a love for Citizen diver's
I awlso love Citizen so here's my two (I did have a third but it's currently MIA :ahhh)
Apologies to those CDO types with the second hands being out of sync :whistle: ;)
Post by: McStitchy on April 12, 2022, 06:42:33 PM
Day 71
Yep, making more new friends. No longer do I have to lament the loss of my Squirt E4! Mahalo very, very much to Aloha!
The resolution of the action shot is due to it being taken while I was filming a video. If you have absolutely no better use for 8 minutes and 39 seconds of your time:
https://youtu.be/l7od0UV5-JU
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Awesome, well done Aloha :tu:
And congrats on your new bomb defuser and JPST Farmer X :like: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on April 12, 2022, 06:53:13 PM
Day 72: Coffee time!
(https://media4.giphy.com/media/Zei8AMzoPUTQGSPK02/giphy.gif?cid=82a1493bbq5fzs3bf2wzbtki0i1qs23sob0yis4co2pe4aau&rid=giphy.gif)
Post by: McStitchy on April 12, 2022, 06:55:19 PM
Day 70: Bday card opening!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220412/6587ca6c1f1d52d361bf1b17b2e91b76.jpg)
Happy Birthday Al :drink:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 12, 2022, 07:21:23 PM
(https://media4.giphy.com/media/Zei8AMzoPUTQGSPK02/giphy.gif?cid=82a1493bbq5fzs3bf2wzbtki0i1qs23sob0yis4co2pe4aau&rid=giphy.gif)
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 12, 2022, 07:21:44 PM
Post by: RF52 on April 12, 2022, 07:27:05 PM
Day 70: Bday card opening!Happy birthday
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220412/6587ca6c1f1d52d361bf1b17b2e91b76.jpg)
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Post by: RF52 on April 12, 2022, 07:28:32 PM
Beer and a pizza after work :cheers:
Now I have easter holiday :woohoo:
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Post by: McStitchy on April 12, 2022, 07:42:48 PM
Love that Citizen Surge!
:iagree: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on April 12, 2022, 07:45:13 PM
Day 72:
Beer and a pizza after work :cheers:
Now I have easter holiday :woohoo:
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:2tu: Pineapple & Ham Pizza :2tu:
Post by: RF52 on April 12, 2022, 07:46:37 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on April 12, 2022, 07:52:47 PM
Day 72
Urgent help was provided when the coffe grinder was empty...
(https://i.imgur.com/oPvPwtT.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/vY2pITL.jpg)
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 12, 2022, 10:07:10 PM
I awlso love Citizen so here's my two (I did have a third but it's currently MIA :ahhh)
Apologies to those CDO types with the second hands being out of sync :whistle: ;)
very cool,tyhanks for sharing [typo for the CDO types :D]
Post by: Nix on April 12, 2022, 10:13:35 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/B28lRE3.jpg)
Decided to make chicken stock. Soldier cut up wings and leg pieces for the stock pot. Did very well. :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/aSY0shH.jpg)
Post by: Farmer X on April 12, 2022, 11:17:05 PM
Bday card opening!Happy belated! :drink:
Not everyone likes sprouts...I am definitely in the group that does not like them.
And congrats on your new bomb defuser and JPST Farmer X.Thanks! I'll soon be doing some research as to who commissioned the "Bomb Defuser."
Beer and a pizza after work...Awlways a good pairing! :tu:
Snowy day today....Are you in the Plains? I've heard that region is getting walloped with snow. Hope everyone comes out of that mess unscathed!
Day 72
Here's the FXFAK. As I'm just a quick trip away from two hospitals, my kit is very basic. Isopropyl alcohol, antibiotic ointment, hydrogen peroxide, painkillers, bandages (far and away the item used most often), and allergy pills. Not shown, but awlso desirable, are a means of applying alcohol or peroxide and aloe vera gel.
I have thought about getting a kit from MyMedic (https://mymedic.com/) for use while camping. However, I.thought it would prudent to ask those with more wilderness trekking experience than I: would I do okay enough with such a kit, or am I better off assembling my own?
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Post by: Echotech on April 13, 2022, 12:43:27 AM
I awlso love Citizen so here's my two (I did have a third but it's currently MIA :ahhh):like: :like: :like:
Apologies to those CDO types with the second hands being out of sync :whistle: ;)
Post by: Echotech on April 13, 2022, 01:53:38 AM
@Echotech, it’s always so nice to get an old favorite up and running again!
love it!
was the first dive watch i intended to buy,but that didn't work out,and i got the quartz 200m diver's instead.
i still have a love for Citizen diver's
:iagree:
I awlso love Citizen so here's my two (I did have a third but it's currently MIA :ahhh)
Apologies to those CDO types with the second hands being out of sync :whistle: ;)
:like: :tu: :tu:
Forgot to mention the watchmaker who changed the batteries used an old alox Wenger watch tool :climber:
Post by: Farmer X on April 13, 2022, 02:00:02 AM
I finally got a lanyard on my Leatherman Juice Pro. This is one time where scissors are a necessity (precision work when snipping the excess off the sliding knot). However, the Pioneer was used when turning one 3.5' length of 275 paracord into 1' and 2.5' lengths.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 13, 2022, 02:51:19 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 13, 2022, 03:26:21 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/bfc8219fbbbd6f05ea7c9ac717716dbf.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 13, 2022, 05:22:04 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 13, 2022, 05:53:58 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/7b54c912d4d8713b6ab31753ab25e236.jpg)
Post by: RF52 on April 13, 2022, 06:43:19 AM
Day 71: Solid state Tesla coil actionI have always thought Tesla coils looked very cool :like:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/bfc8219fbbbd6f05ea7c9ac717716dbf.jpg)
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 13, 2022, 07:20:29 AM
Day 71: Solid state Tesla coil action
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/bfc8219fbbbd6f05ea7c9ac717716dbf.jpg)
It’s alive, it’s alive I tell you! :rofl:
Post by: Appleandrew on April 13, 2022, 07:42:46 AM
Carrot cake slicing. Shame cellophane stuck to icing.
Post by: Farmer X on April 13, 2022, 08:45:05 AM
That looks great!Thanks! It was my first time working with 275 cord, so I'm happy enough with the end result.
Solid state Tesla coil actionEasily one of the best pictures of this challenge! :2tu:
Post by: comis on April 13, 2022, 09:10:19 AM
Love it Comis! That was a fun challenge to follow.:cheers:
I awlso love Citizen so here's my two (I did have a third but it's currently MIA :ahhh)Lovely! They are one of the few favorite Japanese watch makers I do like, Casio and Seiko are up there as well. :tu:
Apologies to those CDO types with the second hands being out of sync :whistle: ;)
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 13, 2022, 09:35:48 AM
Post by: RF52 on April 13, 2022, 09:41:54 AM
Sandwich for breakfast :tu:
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Post by: comis on April 13, 2022, 09:51:07 AM
Happy belated! :drink:
I am definitely in the group that does not like them.
Thanks! I'll soon be doing some research as to who commissioned the "Bomb Defuser."
Awlways a good pairing! :tu:
Are you in the Plains? I've heard that region is getting walloped with snow. Hope everyone comes out of that mess unscathed!
Day 72
Here's the FXFAK. As I'm just a quick trip away from two hospitals, my kit is very basic. Isopropyl alcohol, antibiotic ointment, hydrogen peroxide, painkillers, bandages (far and away the item used most often), and allergy pills. Not shown, but awlso desirable, are a means of applying alcohol or peroxide and aloe vera gel.
I have thought about getting a kit from MyMedic (https://mymedic.com/) for use while camping. However, I.thought it would prudent to ask those with more wilderness trekking experience than I: would I do okay enough with such a kit, or am I better off assembling my own?
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FX, I am no where near a wilderness expert, but have taken some classes about wilderness first aid and have some experiences travelling/camping off grid. I think the contents in any wilderness FA kit will vary depending on the nature of the trip and parties involve.
If the trip involve fair amount of hiking, I'd recommend to put in at least a roll or two medical tapes(a good idea I learned was to give out a free roll to everyone in the trip, so you will have plenty when you need it), which could be a quick fix for sprained ankle or make impromptu splint. I would carry some meds in case of stomach issue and double check with fellow travellers where they have any medical needs(such as diabetic). A good strong tweezer maybe good for splinters, and I do have cheatsheet/small booklet to refresh my memory about what symtoms/cause/treatment for various incidents.
Post by: McStitchy on April 13, 2022, 10:15:24 AM
Day 71: Solid state Tesla coil action
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/bfc8219fbbbd6f05ea7c9ac717716dbf.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/8I1ce4B.gif)
Post by: zoidberg on April 13, 2022, 11:17:30 AM
Post by: McStitchy on April 13, 2022, 11:52:02 AM
day 72 late
Carrot cake slicing. Shame cellophane stuck to icing.
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Post by: comis on April 13, 2022, 12:22:24 PM
Day 73Do you like this game? Did you get a chance to play Zeida on this? Great, great game.
Day 71: Solid state Tesla coil actionGreat shot and neat looking coil, I have seen a few but they are less presentable than this one.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/bfc8219fbbbd6f05ea7c9ac717716dbf.jpg)
day 72 late:drool:
Carrot cake slicing. Shame cellophane stuck to icing.
Post by: comis on April 13, 2022, 12:23:24 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/8QxklXI.jpg)
Knock, knock!
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 13, 2022, 02:42:52 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 13, 2022, 02:44:15 PM
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 13, 2022, 03:00:11 PM
Day 71: Solid state Tesla coil action
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/bfc8219fbbbd6f05ea7c9ac717716dbf.jpg)
That's ace!
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 13, 2022, 03:06:55 PM
Also incorporating Mission Five: Medic!
Soldier posting with my "in-work-bag" First Aid Kit, along with the list of contents. Because I was feeling lazy and taking a photo of it was easier!
(https://i.imgur.com/touLhjE.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Kt6J3f9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pLIg3Du.jpg)
Post by: comis on April 13, 2022, 03:30:37 PM
Happy to report that HQ has given me the privilege to design a free magnet for our Soldier On challenge :salute:, and here is the result of that:
(https://i.imgur.com/7XY72Aw.png)
Maybe HQ would elaborate more about the concept behind this magnet design? :D
All of us whom have completed the Soldier On will be getting one completely free once they are made. Please kindly send me your shipping address via pm if you'd like to get one. And if you had already gotten a free magnet in the past, it will be sent to you automatically once it is made. :cheers:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 13, 2022, 04:03:40 PM
Hi, all.Wow!
Happy to report that HQ has given me the privilege to design a free magnet for our Soldier On challenge :salute:, and here is the result of that:
(https://i.imgur.com/7XY72Aw.png)
Maybe HQ would elaborate more about the concept behind this magnet design? :D
All of us whom have completed the Soldier On will be getting one completely free once they are made. Please kindly send me your shipping address via pm if you'd like to get one. And if you had already gotten a free magnet in the past, it will be sent to you automatically once it is made. :cheers:
Nice magnet Comis!
(Really love the Smoking Snake)
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Post by: McStitchy on April 13, 2022, 04:11:25 PM
Hi, all.
Happy to report that HQ has given me the privilege to design a free magnet for our Soldier On challenge :salute:, and here is the result of that:
(https://i.imgur.com/7XY72Aw.png)
Maybe HQ would elaborate more about the concept behind this magnet design? :D
All of us whom have completed the Soldier On will be getting one completely free once they are made. Please kindly send me your shipping address via pm if you'd like to get one. And if you had already gotten a free magnet in the past, it will be sent to you automatically once it is made. :cheers:
What a great surprise! Many thanks to the HQ and to you Comis :cheers:
That is an awesome design Sir :like:
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 13, 2022, 04:13:54 PM
Belated posts folowing...
The SI with my two Opinel for size comparation.
A N.06 in Olive Wood (love this one)
And a N.08 in Oak Wood.
My son looked at the boars in the 08 and remembered of those in the Asterix comics.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/2e7ae96f1dbef7a63cef37796fee159e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/74c1872b18c6333aa707c13b14244592.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 13, 2022, 04:16:20 PM
The SI and a (finished) espresso
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/c044bc6bf1ef3dc6c9ca6c09eca5cc03.jpg)Enviado de meu Moto Z2 Play usando o Tapatalk
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 13, 2022, 04:18:00 PM
My son preparing a coffee. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/efc98f39142af9b83d58da9c62712fb5.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 13, 2022, 04:23:57 PM
The SI opened a package containing a new VW Kombi mug.
And in use with my wife's recipe of Capuccino (with a lot of chocolate)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/707c862fa415e4830eaf8004305573eb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/c98be8848b288f7058eee9d3eb161b1e.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 13, 2022, 04:25:35 PM
No uses today. Only meetings in the office.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/48bec56021242d49faa1001af01e87c1.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 13, 2022, 04:26:27 PM
This one goes everyday in my backpack.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/baeeb3f26e76b04548550dc6ecd66e43.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/787b9852ab8a7a3bfe1f43737bd5fa35.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/03dc8164563d6736f17ae7bf6368e759.jpg)
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 13, 2022, 05:09:53 PM
Hi, all.
Happy to report that HQ has given me the privilege to design a free magnet for our Soldier On challenge :salute:, and here is the result of that:
(https://i.imgur.com/7XY72Aw.png)
Maybe HQ would elaborate more about the concept behind this magnet design? :D
All of us whom have completed the Soldier On will be getting one completely free once they are made. Please kindly send me your shipping address via pm if you'd like to get one. And if you had already gotten a free magnet in the past, it will be sent to you automatically once it is made. :cheers:
:like:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 13, 2022, 05:20:58 PM
Post by: an0nemus on April 13, 2022, 05:48:29 PM
With my latest watch, a San Martin Water Ghost
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/ea2461ce9ea0c1284f2c94a29d425569.jpg)
Post by: RF52 on April 13, 2022, 06:31:50 PM
Hi, all.Sweet! Good job on the design :salute:
Happy to report that HQ has given me the privilege to design a free magnet for our Soldier On challenge :salute:, and here is the result of that:
(https://i.imgur.com/7XY72Aw.png)
Maybe HQ would elaborate more about the concept behind this magnet design? :D
All of us whom have completed the Soldier On will be getting one completely free once they are made. Please kindly send me your shipping address via pm if you'd like to get one. And if you had already gotten a free magnet in the past, it will be sent to you automatically once it is made. :cheers:
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Post by: RF52 on April 13, 2022, 06:32:48 PM
D+73What are those bravery stickers?
Also incorporating Mission Five: Medic!
Soldier posting with my "in-work-bag" First Aid Kit, along with the list of contents. Because I was feeling lazy and taking a photo of it was easier!
(https://i.imgur.com/touLhjE.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/Kt6J3f9.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/pLIg3Du.jpg)
Sounds like something all first aid kits should have :tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 13, 2022, 07:02:29 PM
Hi, all.
Happy to report that HQ has given me the privilege to design a free magnet for our Soldier On challenge :salute:, and here is the result of that:
(https://i.imgur.com/7XY72Aw.png)
Maybe HQ would elaborate more about the concept behind this magnet design? :D
All of us whom have completed the Soldier On will be getting one completely free once they are made. Please kindly send me your shipping address via pm if you'd like to get one. And if you had already gotten a free magnet in the past, it will be sent to you automatically once it is made. :cheers:
That’s a cracking design, Comis! :like: :like:
Day 73 (D+72)
Back from a day at the office, time to unwind with a colleague!
Post by: Myron on April 13, 2022, 07:15:46 PM
Comis, the magnet is awesome! I will be forwarding you my address.
Busy day at the office and only had time for an M&M lunch.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220413/aac73d9f06e33a6ec6b9dab667d4c3f9.jpg)
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 13, 2022, 09:24:10 PM
What are those bravery stickers?
Sounds like something all first aid kits should have :tu:
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Good for both big and little kids alike!
(https://i.imgur.com/4BUXJE8.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on April 13, 2022, 09:25:41 PM
Day 73
Removed a thorn from my hand using the tip of the knife blabe as there are no scale tools on this 60 years old Soldier...
(https://i.imgur.com/i5kgdcx.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yfcyz74.jpg)
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 13, 2022, 09:44:10 PM
Post by: Farmer X on April 13, 2022, 09:46:41 PM
I think the contents in any wilderness FA kit will vary depending on the nature of the trip and parties involve.That was my thinking as well: some tailoring may be needed depending on circumstances (as is the case with a survival kit). Thanks for the advice!
A N.06 in Olive Wood (love this one)Me, too. I'll have to get a couple of my own! The walnut will awlso be an eventual buy.
Good to see you're back to posting!
Removed a thorn from my hand using the tip of the knife blabe as there are no scale tools on this 60 years old Soldier...In that case, I'd have grabbed a pair of tweezers. I don't think I'm good enough to remove a thorn in my right (dominant) hand with a blade!
Day 73
These scraps of old T-shirt put up a fight. It was feeble, but they fought. The Pioneer may need a quick touch-up soon...
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Post by: McStitchy on April 13, 2022, 09:53:28 PM
Good work, McStitchy! Looks like you’ve earned one of those stickers shown by MichaelGT83 just above! :rofl:
Thanks... I guess? :D
Post by: McStitchy on April 13, 2022, 09:56:44 PM
In that case, I'd have grabbed a pair of tweezers. I don't think I'm good enough to remove a thorn in my right (dominant) hand with a blade!
Day 73
These scraps of old T-shirt put up a fight. It was feeble, but they fought. The Pioneer may need a quick touch-up soon...
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:cheers: Good use :tu:
Post by: RF52 on April 13, 2022, 10:36:35 PM
Good for both big and little kids alike!Sweet! :like:
(https://i.imgur.com/4BUXJE8.jpg)
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Post by: Echotech on April 13, 2022, 10:47:45 PM
Hi, all.You’ve excelled yourself yet again Chi, absolutely brilliant design :salute: :tu:
Happy to report that HQ has given me the privilege to design a free magnet for our Soldier On challenge :salute:, and here is the result of that:
(https://i.imgur.com/7XY72Aw.png)
Maybe HQ would elaborate more about the concept behind this magnet design? :D
All of us whom have completed the Soldier On will be getting one completely free once they are made. Please kindly send me your shipping address via pm if you'd like to get one. And if you had already gotten a free magnet in the past, it will be sent to you automatically once it is made. :cheers:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 13, 2022, 11:00:10 PM
Good work, McStitchy! Looks like you’ve earned one of those stickers shown by MichaelGT83 just above! :rofl:
:iagree: :rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on April 13, 2022, 11:01:37 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 13, 2022, 11:20:53 PM
Home from London and post duties….
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 14, 2022, 12:16:37 AM
D +71Nice!!!
With my latest watch, a San Martin Water Ghost
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Post by: Nix on April 14, 2022, 01:13:55 AM
Hi, all.
Happy to report that HQ has given me the privilege to design a free magnet for our Soldier On challenge :salute:, and here is the result of that:
(https://i.imgur.com/7XY72Aw.png)
Maybe HQ would elaborate more about the concept behind this magnet design? :D
All of us whom have completed the Soldier On will be getting one completely free once they are made. Please kindly send me your shipping address via pm if you'd like to get one. And if you had already gotten a free magnet in the past, it will be sent to you automatically once it is made. :cheers:
Awesome design! Another fantastic design, comis! :clap: :clap: :clap:
Post by: Nix on April 14, 2022, 01:16:00 AM
What are those bravery stickers?
Sounds like something all first aid kits should have :tu:
:iagree:
Post by: Nix on April 14, 2022, 01:16:31 AM
Good work, McStitchy! Looks like you’ve earned one of those stickers shown by MichaelGT83 just above! :rofl:
:rofl:
Post by: Nix on April 14, 2022, 01:18:16 AM
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Post by: an0nemus on April 14, 2022, 01:53:10 AM
Hi, all.Excellent design, actually! Thanks for the generosity, comis. Will send PM
Happy to report that HQ has given me the privilege to design a free magnet for our Soldier On challenge :salute:, and here is the result of that:
(https://i.imgur.com/7XY72Aw.png)
Maybe HQ would elaborate more about the concept behind this magnet design? :D
All of us whom have completed the Soldier On will be getting one completely free once they are made. Please kindly send me your shipping address via pm if you'd like to get one. And if you had already gotten a free magnet in the past, it will be sent to you automatically once it is made. :cheers:
Post by: an0nemus on April 14, 2022, 01:55:44 AM
Nice!!!Thanks! Trying to see if this will become my GADA (go anywhere, do anything) watch. Similar to how my Soldier 08 is almost a GADA MT...
Post by: an0nemus on April 14, 2022, 02:13:07 AM
Preparing my luggages for my work-related US trip tonight for a couple of weeks. Excited to visit again the land of the free and the brave
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 14, 2022, 03:27:31 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 14, 2022, 05:28:07 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 14, 2022, 06:12:46 AM
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Post by: zoidberg on April 14, 2022, 08:31:37 AM
Hi, all.
Happy to report that HQ has given me the privilege to design a free magnet for our Soldier On challenge :salute:, and here is the result of that:
(https://i.imgur.com/7XY72Aw.png)
Maybe HQ would elaborate more about the concept behind this magnet design? :D
All of us whom have completed the Soldier On will be getting one completely free once they are made. Please kindly send me your shipping address via pm if you'd like to get one. And if you had already gotten a free magnet in the past, it will be sent to you automatically once it is made. :cheers:
Yeah I might have to cave for this one. :like: :like:
Post by: zoidberg on April 14, 2022, 08:31:46 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 14, 2022, 11:51:39 AM
Back on post duty again, but at least this is something worth reading and not more recycling fodder!
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 14, 2022, 01:19:49 PM
Post by: ToolJoe on April 14, 2022, 01:21:32 PM
Post by: comis on April 14, 2022, 01:38:47 PM
Wow!
Nice magnet Comis!
(Really love the Smoking Snake)
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What a great surprise! Many thanks to the HQ and to you Comis :cheers:
That is an awesome design Sir :like:
Comis, very nice as always!!
Sweet! Good job on the design :salute:
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That’s a cracking design, Comis! :like: :like:
Day 73 (D+72)
Back from a day at the office, time to unwind with a colleague!
Day 73.:cheers: Thanks for all the support! Got a few more address from our members, and acknowledged via pm! :cheers:
Comis, the magnet is awesome! I will be forwarding you my address.
Busy day at the office and only had time for an M&M lunch.
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D +72Any chance to do a little sightseeing on the side? :pok: :D
Preparing my luggages for my work-related US trip tonight for a couple of weeks. Excited to visit again the land of the free and the brave
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Yeah I might have to cave for this one. :like: :like:Just to sugar coat it a little more, I still have the two magnets for your Fools of April participation from previous years...so you will be getting 3 instead of just 1! :D :cheers:
Post by: comis on April 14, 2022, 01:41:54 PM
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SI liberated a new friend from the box. Though it is a departure from it 'traditional' style, it is pretty cool to see the Buck 110 with modernized material.
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 14, 2022, 02:36:46 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 14, 2022, 04:43:28 PM
first full day of sunshine,the rain caused flooding across the province which claimed hundreds of lives and left many hundreds,if not thousands,homeless.
we're ok,thank the Almighty
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52002220240_bee0f7a8ab.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nefYm9)20220413_124615 (https://flic.kr/p/2nefYm9) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Echotech on April 14, 2022, 05:00:11 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 14, 2022, 05:08:12 PM
Post by: Myron on April 14, 2022, 05:12:14 PM
Day 74, and I’m missing my cheese SAK.
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 14, 2022, 07:32:51 PM
Post by: RF52 on April 14, 2022, 08:26:37 PM
Drove down to the inlaws in Skåne today so just opened a beer this evening :cheers:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 14, 2022, 08:28:17 PM
Day 74:
Drove down to the inlaws in Skåne today so just opened a beer this evening :cheers:
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Post by: RF52 on April 14, 2022, 08:29:09 PM
Day 73That is horrible! Glad you are doing OK :tu:
first full day of sunshine,the rain caused flooding across the province which claimed hundreds of lives and left many hundreds,if not thousands,homeless.
we're ok,thank the Almighty
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52002220240_bee0f7a8ab.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nefYm9)20220413_124615 (https://flic.kr/p/2nefYm9) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 14, 2022, 08:35:04 PM
Busy day…. Drinks and ‘sharpening’ candle to fit into top of bottle.
Happy Easter all!
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 14, 2022, 08:55:33 PM
Post by: McStitchy on April 14, 2022, 10:30:09 PM
Day 73
first full day of sunshine,the rain caused flooding across the province which claimed hundreds of lives and left many hundreds,if not thousands,homeless.
we're ok,thank the Almighty
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52002220240_bee0f7a8ab.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nefYm9)20220413_124615 (https://flic.kr/p/2nefYm9) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Best wishes to all affected by the floodings! Glad you and your beloveds are ok Humayd :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on April 14, 2022, 10:32:17 PM
Day 72
(https://i.imgur.com/ehgMJMl.jpg)
SI liberated a new friend from the box. Though it is a departure from it 'traditional' style, it is pretty cool to see the Buck 110 with modernized material.
Congrats Comis :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on April 14, 2022, 10:34:32 PM
Day 72: It's about to go down
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:like:
Post by: McStitchy on April 14, 2022, 10:35:20 PM
DAY 74:
Very nice pic again Zoid :like:
Post by: McStitchy on April 14, 2022, 10:38:05 PM
Day 74
Just some mail duty today...
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 15, 2022, 12:19:58 AM
D+73
I'm in Canterbury for the first couple of days of Lancashire's County Cricket season opener. No use, but a pose when I got back to the hotel earlier.
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Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 12:47:02 AM
Day 73
first full day of sunshine,the rain caused flooding across the province which claimed hundreds of lives and left many hundreds,if not thousands,homeless.
we're ok,thank the Almighty
I read about this tragedy. Really sorry for everyone caught in the storm and flooding. Glad to hear you are OK! :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 12:48:57 AM
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 15, 2022, 04:44:33 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on April 15, 2022, 05:56:15 AM
Preparing my luggages for my work-related US trip tonight for a couple of weeks.:tu:
DAY 74::like: I need to get out on the water!
The rain caused flooding across the province which claimed hundreds of lives and left many hundreds,if not thousands,homeless.I saw footage on the news. Terrible. Hoping for the best for awl in ZA.
One of my favorites!Mine, too! :cheers:
Day 74
Just when it was looking like a no-use day...I decided to have a snack. The broth's reddish tint is due to the Sriracha I added.
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Post by: Echotech on April 15, 2022, 08:04:57 AM
Went to a park I visit quite often but first time I’ve seen it since the flooding. Shocking, what’s normally thick green bush is a tangle of broken trees, and the lake is twice the size of normal. If it wasn’t for the sign at the car park I wouldn’t have known I was there
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 15, 2022, 08:26:17 AM
Day 75 (D+74)
Up early to get a pasta sauce simmering on the cooker, lots of slicing and dicing to do, and a freshly sharpened main blade makes light work of the jalapeños and chillis I’m using to make a tangy arrabbiata!
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 15, 2022, 08:59:43 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 15, 2022, 10:29:27 AM
Post by: zoidberg on April 15, 2022, 10:45:57 AM
Post by: Fast Bill on April 15, 2022, 11:29:00 AM
Post by: RF52 on April 15, 2022, 12:57:53 PM
Sliced some sausage for the kid's lunch :tu:
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 15, 2022, 01:32:22 PM
BBQ time.. first of the year.
Post by: comis on April 15, 2022, 01:56:32 PM
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SI unboxed this book from SAK118, just flipped throught it very quickly, and the info and level of details is surely intriguing. Execellent book for those who collect Soldiers.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 15, 2022, 02:05:49 PM
thanks guys.
i'm lagging again,but i'll catch up.
sliced some abrasive paper
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Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 04:56:13 PM
Day 75
BBQ time.. first of the year.
:ahhh :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 04:57:05 PM
Now that's looking tasty all round Zoid. Nice. Hmmmm ... eggs :dd:
:iagree: What a feast!
Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 04:58:38 PM
Went to a park I visit quite often but first time I’ve seen it since the flooding. Shocking, what’s normally thick green bush is a tangle of broken trees, and the lake is twice the size of normal. If it wasn’t for the sign at the car park I wouldn’t have known I was there
Wow, the tell-tale signs of immense forces unleashed there are everywhere.
Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 04:59:36 PM
Day 73: one of my favorites!
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Those things are waaaaay too addictive! :dwts:
Post by: Myron on April 15, 2022, 05:20:40 PM
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 15, 2022, 08:06:02 PM
DAY 75:
That looks lovely!
D+74
Prepping to set off for the cricket this morning. Now currently trying to get home when Euston station is shut for the weekend. :rant:
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Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 08:29:35 PM
Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 08:33:19 PM
Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 08:42:20 PM
Most people have never heard of Henry Knox; however I find him to be a remarkable person and a key soldier in America’s revolutionary war.
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Knox was a bookseller by trade, but he was also a member of a local Boston militia when fighting broke out in 1775. He was an avid reader and had an interest in engineering and the military science of artillery. Knox had managed to shoot off two of his own fingers during a drill earlier...not a promising start to a military career…but survived the injury and was ready, willing, and able when hostilities erupted. As the colonial insurrection got going, Knox was present at the battle of Bunker Hill. With his book-knowledge of engineering and artillery, he helped design the fortifications and command the artillery that would prove to be so useful.
After General George Washington took over the newly formed Continental Army, Knox was commissioned as a Colonel. Colonel Knox recognized that additional artillery would be needed to drive the British out of Boston. He is credited with the idea of transporting captured British cannon from Ticonderoga down to Boston. Washington approved the plan and sent Knox off to fetch said guns.
“Reaching Ticonderoga on December 5, Knox commenced what came to be known as the noble train of artillery, hauling by ox-drawn sled 60 tons of cannon and other armaments across some 300 miles (480 km) of ice-covered rivers and snow-draped Berkshire Mountains to the Boston siege camps.” — Wiki
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OK, that’s the story, but the reality is that there were no oxen. The plan had been to buy oxen, but the deal was too expensive (or the oxen weren’t available). Knox solved the problem by using horse drawn sleds. Freezing temps, snow drifts, icy rivers, mountains, these were each big challenges, but Knox was the kinda of guy to say, “Bring it on!”. He moved the guns in small groups, using mostly horses, sometimes augmented by men, and got them safely into Albany and then onto Boston against the odds.
The rebels snuck the cannon up onto the heights around Boston harbor where the British had their fleet at anchor. When an incredulous British command realized they were in a vulnerable position, they made a hasty withdrawal….for the time being.
Knox’s amazing feat had won a bloodless battle.
Knox would go on to serve for the duration of the revolutionary war, became a general, and would serve on President Washington’s cabinet as Secretary of War. After retiring from government, he became a businessman until his death in 1806. Fort Knox in Kentucky is named after Henry Knox.
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Post by: McStitchy on April 15, 2022, 10:37:07 PM
Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 10:45:27 PM
Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 10:45:57 PM
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Post by: Nix on April 15, 2022, 10:46:44 PM
Post by: McStitchy on April 15, 2022, 10:51:41 PM
Day 75
I swapped the refill of a space pen from black to blue and wanted to keep the package intact for the spare. The Soldiers knife blade was up to the delicate task :tu:
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Post by: McStitchy on April 15, 2022, 10:53:46 PM
Dressed out a pack of Wasa flatbreads for lunch. Love these things.....
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Swedish goodness :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 15, 2022, 10:58:15 PM
Have to say, the main blade is still nice and sharp. I've stropped it a few times, but that's it. :tu:
Mine has just dulled a bit but is still able to cut paper. It struggles a little with the fine phone book one though.
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 12:52:04 AM
Mine has just dulled a bit but is still able to cut paper. It struggles a little with the fine phone book one though.
At least you have a PE blade......
Post by: Farmer X on April 16, 2022, 03:46:14 AM
Went to a park I visit quite often but first time I’ve seen it since the flooding. Shocking, what’s normally thick green bush is a tangle of broken trees, and the lake is twice the size of normal. If it wasn’t for the sign at the car park I wouldn’t have known I was thereThat's awful. Hope it'll start looking a little more normal eventually.
Jalapeños and chillis!They awlways meet with my approval! :tu:
DAY 75:You can't go wrong with bacon and eggs for breakfast.
I'll get my bio in, too.
William F. Halsey, Jr. was born into a Navy family. After waiting a couple-few years for his appointment, he entered the United States Naval Academy in 1900, and graduated in 1904.
His early career was spent aboard battleships, and he was part of the Great White Fleet's world tour. He earned the Navy Cross for his service in World War I. When he was offered command of USS Saratoga, he was required to take the air observer course. Instead, much to the surprise of his wife, he opted to take the full naval aviator course. He later became the oldest person in Navy history to earn his pilot's wings and a strong proponent of air power.
By the time the United States entered World War II, Halsey was a flag officer. Known to the press as "Bull," he was by all accounts I've read not a great tactician. His personal motto "hit hard, hit fast, hit often" became a byword for the Navy as a whole. (60-something years later, this would be known as "shock and awe.") He was also known to be demanding, but able to roust up the fighting spirit of the Navy when it was most needed.
He was present when the treaty that ended World War II was signed. In late 1945, he became the fourth and still most recent Fleet Admiral. Despite retiring in 1947, he was not taken off active duty. He served on the board of a telecom company until 1957, and passed away in 1959.
Day 75
Today I watched a knife sharpening video from a YouTuber I follow (Weavers of Eternity). He affixed a piece of old belt to a board and used it as a strop. I'm thinking that may be a fate of part of this belt.
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 16, 2022, 04:01:03 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 16, 2022, 04:26:54 AM
Have to say, the main blade is still nice and sharp. I've stropped it a few times, but that's it. :tu:Those 111 blades are amazing!
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 04:43:50 AM
William F. Halsey, Jr. was born into a Navy family. After waiting a couple-few years for his appointment, he entered the United States Naval Academy in 1900, and graduated in 1904. ...
Nice! Halsey was a remarkable leader. Sos24 pointed me to Ian Toll's trilogy on the Pacific theater of WW II, where "Bull" made such an impact. I highly recommend the series. Mr Toll paints a nuanced portrait of the Admiral. Well worth a read, if you haven't. :tu:
Post by: Echotech on April 16, 2022, 07:07:10 AM
That looks bad, Echotech - hopefully nature will bounce back….
Wow, the tell-tale signs of immense forces unleashed there are everywhere.
That's awful. Hope it'll start looking a little more normal eventually.
Thanks guys :tu: :cheers:
Yep I’m sure nature being as resilient as she is will get things back to normal but sure shows you just how powerful she is too
Post by: Echotech on April 16, 2022, 07:08:54 AM
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Post by: zoidberg on April 16, 2022, 09:13:49 AM
Post by: SubMY on April 16, 2022, 09:26:07 AM
Still feel a little rotten but I'm bouncing back. Days D+67 - D+74
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Here's a picture while driving through Poland.
Here's the other pictures, I will admit I missed one day on the day I was most sick. So hopefully the MPs won't get after me it.
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My daughters stuffed unicorn she sent me :D
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Post by: zoidberg on April 16, 2022, 10:45:14 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 16, 2022, 10:48:59 AM
Day 76 (D+75)
Back on post duty this morning!
For my bio, I’d like to submit Fitzroy Maclean - if you’ve not read ‘Eastern Approaches’, I can highly recommend it! I first read the book when I was doing Russian language training in prep for postings to the FSU in the early ‘90s - I was given a copy by a bookshop friend of mine. Essentially, Fitzroy was in the UK diplomatic service posted to Moscow when WW2 broke out, he disobeyed orders and left Moscow to return to Scotland where he enlisted in a Highland regiment. During his subsequent posting to North Africa he joined Ian Stirling and set up the SAS on the tail of experiences in the LRDG, so very much a British pioneer in special forces and asymmetrical warfare as we’d call it now. On a side note, when I was posted in Moscow myself in the mid-90s I got to meet Sir Fitzroy Maclean and took him down to Georgia to re-explore some of the regions he described visiting in ‘Eastern Approaches’.
Post by: comis on April 16, 2022, 12:04:49 PM
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SI opened a new pack of battery.
Post by: Echotech on April 16, 2022, 12:08:23 PM
Glad you’re on the mend, SubMY! :tu: Great looking food, and good work, yawl! Enjoying the bios too!:iagree: good to hear SubMY
Day 76 (D+75)
Back on post duty this morning!
For my bio, I’d like to submit Fitzroy Maclean - if you’ve not read ‘Eastern Approaches’, I can highly recommend it! I first read the book when I was doing Russian language training in prep for postings to the FSU in the early ‘90s - I was given a copy by a bookshop friend of mine. Essentially, Fitzroy was in the UK diplomatic service posted to Moscow when WW2 broke out, he disobeyed orders and left Moscow to return to Scotland where he enlisted in a Highland regiment. During his subsequent posting to North Africa he joined Ian Stirling and set up the SAS on the tail of experiences in the LRDG, so very much a British pioneer in special forces and asymmetrical warfare as we’d call it now. On a side note, when I was posted in Moscow myself in the mid-90s I got to meet Sir Fitzroy Maclean and took him down to Georgia to re-explore some of the regions he described visiting in ‘Eastern Approaches’.
And that’s a great story Rizio, one for the grandkids as they say :like:
Post by: comis on April 16, 2022, 12:19:58 PM
Day 74: Some moch needed lubrication. Nano oil is my go-to. What do you all use?My maintenance routine does vary based on knife and material. For more traditional pattern with organic material(stag, wood, etc), I tend to use light weight mineral oil for joint lube or rust prevention. Certain brand comes with it's own lube, such as CRK's own fluorinated grease, I will stick with that. Otherwise, I do alternate between nano-oil or KPL oil for modern folders.
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I'm majorly behind. I left to another country and when I got back I was dying of the flu and didn't want to pass it around to anyone by going to the one building with wifi. Sorry everyone. :dunno:Good to have you back, hope you'd feel better already. :cheers:
Still feel a little rotten but I'm bouncing back. Days D+67 - D+74
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Here's a picture while driving through Poland.
Here's the other pictures, I will admit I missed one day on the day I was most sick. So hopefully the MPs won't get after me it.
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My daughters stuffed unicorn she sent me :D
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Glad you’re on the mend, SubMY! :tu: Great looking food, and good work, yawl! Enjoying the bios too!That must be a very memorable exchange. I just re-read bits and pieces about "Chris Craighead" and Kenyan hotel siege account the other day, and it is badassery at it's finest.
Day 76 (D+75)
Back on post duty this morning!
For my bio, I’d like to submit Fitzroy Maclean - if you’ve not read ‘Eastern Approaches’, I can highly recommend it! I first read the book when I was doing Russian language training in prep for postings to the FSU in the early ‘90s - I was given a copy by a bookshop friend of mine. Essentially, Fitzroy was in the UK diplomatic service posted to Moscow when WW2 broke out, he disobeyed orders and left Moscow to return to Scotland where he enlisted in a Highland regiment. During his subsequent posting to North Africa he joined Ian Stirling and set up the SAS on the tail of experiences in the LRDG, so very much a British pioneer in special forces and asymmetrical warfare as we’d call it now. On a side note, when I was posted in Moscow myself in the mid-90s I got to meet Sir Fitzroy Maclean and took him down to Georgia to re-explore some of the regions he described visiting in ‘Eastern Approaches’.
Post by: McStitchy on April 16, 2022, 01:04:47 PM
At least you have a PE blade......
I think I would have picked a '08 Soldier as well for this challenge, if I had one. This is what challenges are about, right?
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 16, 2022, 01:39:19 PM
That must be a very memorable exchange. I just re-read bits and pieces about "Chris Craighead" and Kenyan hotel siege account the other day, and it is badassery at it's finest.
:iagree: good to hear SubMY
And that’s a great story Rizio, one for the grandkids as they say :like:
Thanks Comis & Echotech! It was a great trip and definitely one for the memoirs, though it has to be said that I was very lucky to be in the right place at the right time. :cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on April 16, 2022, 02:05:04 PM
Glad you’re on the mend, SubMY! :tu: Great looking food, and good work, yawl! Enjoying the bios too!
Day 76 (D+75)
Back on post duty this morning!
For my bio, I’d like to submit Fitzroy Maclean - if you’ve not read ‘Eastern Approaches’, I can highly recommend it! I first read the book when I was doing Russian language training in prep for postings to the FSU in the early ‘90s - I was given a copy by a bookshop friend of mine. Essentially, Fitzroy was in the UK diplomatic service posted to Moscow when WW2 broke out, he disobeyed orders and left Moscow to return to Scotland where he enlisted in a Highland regiment. During his subsequent posting to North Africa he joined Ian Stirling and set up the SAS on the tail of experiences in the LRDG, so very much a British pioneer in special forces and asymmetrical warfare as we’d call it now. On a side note, when I was posted in Moscow myself in the mid-90s I got to meet Sir Fitzroy Maclean and took him down to Georgia to re-explore some of the regions he described visiting in ‘Eastern Approaches’.
Yoy've been around :like:
Sorry for my basic questions, what does FSU, SAS and LRDG mean?
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 16, 2022, 02:07:17 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 16, 2022, 02:30:12 PM
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very cool bio,i didn't know who Fort Knox was named after
Day 75
i'm combining challenges here :D
So,my GSMRE doesn't look very exciting.
I couldn't get out much during the last week, and would have added smaller chocolate bars and some energy drink powder,and another main,but this is probably the best i'd get putting together a GSMRE using gas stations in my immediate vicinity,but some gas stations have better ranges of snacks,some processed meats [but those aren't shelf stable] and biltong [i really wanted to add biltong].
I used the local supermarkets,but could have done a bit better if I took more time to browse last time i was there [but i planned on going back]😁.
i scrounged the 2 packs of biscuits and chocolate from the grocery cupboard.
I considered ordering the SANDF 24hr MRE online just for the mains, but that wouldn't have been in the spirit of the challenge.
My calorie count and weights are -
Knorr pasta and sauce 125g 1687.5 kj 403.3 Cal
Jungle Muesli 400g 6856 kj 1638.62 Cal
Chocolate 80g 1708 kj 408 Cal
Lemon Creams 200g 4104 kj 980 Cal
Topper Vanilla 125g 2512.5 kj 600 Cal
Total weight (exc beverages) 930 grams/2.050 lbs
Total calories - 4132.19 Cal
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52008218774_34b10774ac.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2neMHv9)20220416_124516 (https://flic.kr/p/2neMHv9) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52006947782_95b5467055.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2neFcFu)20220416_124338 (https://flic.kr/p/2neFcFu) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52008025623_6e249c822f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2neLJ5X)20220416_124448 (https://flic.kr/p/2neLJ5X) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
for Mission 6,the bio i'd like to submit is Bishnu Shresta,a Gurkha in the Indian Army (7th battalion the 8 Gorkha Rifles),recipient of the Sena Medal for bravery,[1][2] and the Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak medal,[3][4] both awarded for his gallant conduct during an armed train robbery.
In September 2010, Bishnu Shrestha, a 35-year-old Gurkha soldier, was on his way to Gorakhpur from Ranchi. He was travelling via the Maurya Express (Hatia-Gorakhpur) when between 30 to 40armed robbers attacked the train near Chittaranjan, West Bengal and robbed the passengers of their valuables.
Shrestha was fast asleep when the bandits reached him. Awakened, he was prepared to give up his valuables, but the 18-year-old woman next to him was grabbed by the robbers who intended to rape her. The woman called for help. He pulled out the large, curved kukri that all Gurkha soldiers carry and attacked the bandits.
Shrestha told the Times of India, "I am a soldier and get paid to protect citizens of this country. I could not sit back and watch as passengers were looted. I pulled out my khukuri and attacked the criminals. I succeeded in connecting with at least three of them. The blows were severe and they must have got themselves admitted to some hospital. By then, the criminals started fighting back. They fired a shot that missed me. At one point of time, the khukri fell from my hand and I was overpowered. They picked it up and used it on me." The Times of India continues, "After Shresta slumped to the ground, profusely bleeding from his wound, all fight went out from the other passengers. None of them dared to make eye contact with the criminals and did their bidding."
Six robbers were arrested and Rs 10,470 in cash, 33 mobile phones, 14 wrist watches and an ATM card were recovered, along with two pistols, live cartridges, and seven daggers.
Shrestha's injuries to his left arm required two months of medical treatment, but he recovered full use of his injured hand.
He declined a cash reward from the 18 year old woman's family,stating it's his duty as a soldier to fight the enemy in battle,but to take on the thugs on the train was his duty as a human being.
to me,this sums up "bring it on",despite not having the classic conclusion.
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 03:13:00 PM
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 03:13:45 PM
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Post by: comis on April 16, 2022, 03:15:05 PM
very cool bio,i didn't know who Fort Knox was named afterThat's a good one. I remembered reading the same story awhile back, hand-to-hand is one thing but knife fight is definitely a different animal altogether, this story always remind me the old saying that you never really win a knife fight, but survive it.
Day 75
i'm combining challenges here :D
So,my GSMRE doesn't look very exciting.
I couldn't get out much during the last week, and would have added smaller chocolate bars and some energy drink powder,and another main,but this is probably the best i'd get putting together a GSMRE using gas stations in my immediate vicinity,but some gas stations have better ranges of snacks,some processed meats [but those aren't shelf stable] and biltong [i really wanted to add biltong].
I used the local supermarkets,but could have done a bit better if I took more time to browse last time i was there [but i planned on going back]😁.
i scrounged the 2 packs of biscuits and chocolate from the grocery cupboard.
I considered ordering the SANDF 24hr MRE online just for the mains, but that wouldn't have been in the spirit of the challenge.
My calorie count and weights are -
Knorr pasta and sauce 125g 1687.5 kj 403.3 Cal
Jungle Muesli 400g 6856 kj 1638.62 Cal
Chocolate 80g 1708 kj 408 Cal
Lemon Creams 200g 4104 kj 980 Cal
Topper Vanilla 125g 2512.5 kj 600 Cal
Total weight (exc beverages) 930 grams/2.050 lbs
Total calories - 4132.19 Cal
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52008218774_34b10774ac.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2neMHv9)20220416_124516 (https://flic.kr/p/2neMHv9) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52006947782_95b5467055.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2neFcFu)20220416_124338 (https://flic.kr/p/2neFcFu) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52008025623_6e249c822f.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2neLJ5X)20220416_124448 (https://flic.kr/p/2neLJ5X) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
for Mission 6,the bio i'd like to submit is Bishnu Shresta,a Gurkha in the Indian Army (7th battalion the 8 Gorkha Rifles),recipient of the Sena Medal for bravery,[1][2] and the Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak medal,[3][4] both awarded for his gallant conduct during an armed train robbery.
In September 2010, Bishnu Shrestha, a 35-year-old Gurkha soldier, was on his way to Gorakhpur from Ranchi. He was travelling via the Maurya Express (Hatia-Gorakhpur) when between 30 to 40armed robbers attacked the train near Chittaranjan, West Bengal and robbed the passengers of their valuables.
Shrestha was fast asleep when the bandits reached him. Awakened, he was prepared to give up his valuables, but the 18-year-old woman next to him was grabbed by the robbers who intended to rape her. The woman called for help. He pulled out the large, curved kukri that all Gurkha soldiers carry and attacked the bandits.
Shrestha told the Times of India, "I am a soldier and get paid to protect citizens of this country. I could not sit back and watch as passengers were looted. I pulled out my khukuri and attacked the criminals. I succeeded in connecting with at least three of them. The blows were severe and they must have got themselves admitted to some hospital. By then, the criminals started fighting back. They fired a shot that missed me. At one point of time, the khukri fell from my hand and I was overpowered. They picked it up and used it on me." The Times of India continues, "After Shresta slumped to the ground, profusely bleeding from his wound, all fight went out from the other passengers. None of them dared to make eye contact with the criminals and did their bidding."
Six robbers were arrested and Rs 10,470 in cash, 33 mobile phones, 14 wrist watches and an ATM card were recovered, along with two pistols, live cartridges, and seven daggers.
Shrestha's injuries to his left arm required two months of medical treatment, but he recovered full use of his injured hand.
He declined a cash reward from the 18 year old woman's family,stating it's his duty as a soldier to fight the enemy in battle,but to take on the thugs on the train was his duty as a human being.
to me,this sums up "bring it on",despite not having the classic conclusion.
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 16, 2022, 03:45:51 PM
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 03:54:36 PM
Day 76 (D+75)
... Fitzroy Maclean - if you’ve not read ‘Eastern Approaches’, I can highly recommend it! I first read the book when I was doing Russian language training in prep for postings to the FSU in the early ‘90s - I was given a copy by a bookshop friend of mine. ....
Thanks for the recommendation! :tu:
I'm envious of your trip! :cheers:
Post by: Myron on April 16, 2022, 04:45:24 PM
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Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 05:02:40 PM
Day 76. It’s chocolate bunny season!
Fuzzbucket would not approve. :rofl:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 16, 2022, 05:03:11 PM
Yoy've been around :like:
Sorry for my basic questions, what does FSU, SAS and LRDG mean?
Sorry, McStitchy - I keep forgetting acronyms can be confusing! Former Soviet Union, Special Air Service, Long Range Desert Group. I also forgot to mention Fitzroy’s pivotal work was done in Yugoslavia during the war liaising with Tito and the partisans - he had some truly hair-raising stories - they were definitely made of sterner stuff than me! :salute:
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 05:07:27 PM
I remember reading about this brave Gurka back when this incident occurred. The bravery and sense of duty exhibited by Gurkas is legendary for good reason, and Bishnu Shrestha (https://www.badassoftheweek.com/shrestha) did himself and the Gurkas proud. :salute:
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Post by: an0nemus on April 16, 2022, 05:38:15 PM
My sister's neighbor
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 16, 2022, 07:02:06 PM
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 07:02:17 PM
Updated my EDC kit with a CPR face mask. Great idea, Tasky! :cheers:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 16, 2022, 07:06:28 PM
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 07:09:33 PM
My bio is on Jerry Sage, an OSS, later US Army 10th Special Forces Group commander. Jerry was one of the genuine Great Escape guys, having been captured in North Africa by Rommel's crew and mistakenly identified as a downed flier. Jerry was recaptured as one of the few Americans during the Great Escape, and later slipped away during a forced march west across Germany. Instead of fleeing west, he thought he stood a better chance of making it to the Soviets in the East. I picked up the book decades ago, and it's long out of print but there are copies obtainable on line. Nix, you'd enjoy the real July Fourth party in the Stalag! Jerry's character is loosely based on Steve McQueen in the movie. :cheers:
Great submission! I should read up on Sage.
I believe the Army Special Forces "Q" course culminates in an exercise in the woods of North Carolina called "Robin Sage", named after Jerry "Robin" Sage. I confess I don't know much about him, but those OSS guys were a special breed! :tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 16, 2022, 07:26:52 PM
Final day of the Medic! challenge. Here's who I have so far, if I missed anyone, let me know!
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I posted on Wednesday, Nix (Day 73).
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87754.msg2333092.html#msg2333092
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 07:48:48 PM
I posted on Wednesday, Nix (Day 73).
https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87754.msg2333092.html#msg2333092
Ooops! Thanks. :cheers:
I liked the bravery stickers. :D
Post by: RF52 on April 16, 2022, 08:35:04 PM
Practised some feather sticks to light a garbage fire for my mother in law :tu:
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 16, 2022, 08:49:04 PM
Ooops! Thanks. :cheers:
I liked the bravery stickers. :D
Aye, every First Aid Kit should have them :D
Post by: McStitchy on April 16, 2022, 08:50:27 PM
Fuzzbucket would not approve. :rofl:
:rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on April 16, 2022, 08:51:56 PM
Chocolate bunnies- yummy! :drool:
Sorry, McStitchy - I keep forgetting acronyms can be confusing! Former Soviet Union, Special Air Service, Long Range Desert Group. I also forgot to mention Fitzroy’s pivotal work was done in Yugoslavia during the war liaising with Tito and the partisans - he had some truly hair-raising stories - they were definitely made of sterner stuff than me! :salute:
Thanks :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 16, 2022, 08:57:44 PM
Day 76
Removed some tags from new t-shirts...
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 16, 2022, 09:00:43 PM
Back home and catching up with the post.
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Post by: RF52 on April 16, 2022, 10:23:13 PM
Best known for his incredible escape and evasion of the German forces.
Copy pasted from Wikipedia:
In 1941, Baalsrud reached Great Britain after having travelled through the Soviet Union, Africa and the US. He joined the Norwegian Company Linge. In early 1943, he, three other commandos, and a boat crew of eight, all Norwegians, embarked on a mission to destroy a German airfield control tower at Bardufoss, and recruit for the Norwegian resistance movement.
This mission, Operation Martin, was compromised when Baalsrud and his fellow soldiers, seeking a Resistance contact, accidentally made contact with a civilian shopkeeper who had the same name as their contact. Fearing for his life and suspecting it was a test by the Germans, he reported them to the local police office, which notified the Germans.
The morning after their blunder, on 29 March, their fishing boat Brattholm – containing around 100 kilograms of explosives intended to destroy the air control tower – was attacked by a German vessel. The Norwegians scuttled their boat by detonating the explosive using a time-delay fuse and fled in a small boat, but their boat was promptly sunk by the Germans.
Baalsrud and others swam ashore in ice-cold Arctic waters. Baalsrud was the only commando to evade capture and, soaking wet and missing one sea boot, he escaped into a snow gully, where he shot and killed a German Gestapo officer with his pistol.
A summary of the long escape which can only be descriped as a mentally and physically draining evasion.
What happened over those nine weeks remains one of the wildest, most unfathomable survival stories of World War II. Baalsrud’s feet froze solid. An avalanche buried him up to his neck. He wandered in a snowstorm for three days. He was entombed alive in snow for another four days and abandoned under open skies for five more. Alone for two more weeks in a cave, he used a knife to amputate several of his own frostbitten toes to stop the spread of gangrene. He spent the last several weeks tied on a stretcher, near death, as teams of Norwegian villagers dragged him up and down hills and snowy mountains."
A fairly new movie about the escape named "den 12. Mann"(the 12. Man) is very good if anyone is interested :tu:
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Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 10:53:09 PM
My Bio is of Jan Baalsrud, a Norwegian commando doing sabotage missions during WWII.
Best known for his incredible escape and evasion of the German forces.
Copy pasted from Wikipedia:
In 1941, Baalsrud reached Great Britain after having travelled through the Soviet Union, Africa and the US. He joined the Norwegian Company Linge. In early 1943, he, three other commandos, and a boat crew of eight, all Norwegians, embarked on a mission to destroy a German airfield control tower at Bardufoss, and recruit for the Norwegian resistance movement.
This mission, Operation Martin, was compromised when Baalsrud and his fellow soldiers, seeking a Resistance contact, accidentally made contact with a civilian shopkeeper who had the same name as their contact. Fearing for his life and suspecting it was a test by the Germans, he reported them to the local police office, which notified the Germans.
The morning after their blunder, on 29 March, their fishing boat Brattholm – containing around 100 kilograms of explosives intended to destroy the air control tower – was attacked by a German vessel. The Norwegians scuttled their boat by detonating the explosive using a time-delay fuse and fled in a small boat, but their boat was promptly sunk by the Germans.
Baalsrud and others swam ashore in ice-cold Arctic waters. Baalsrud was the only commando to evade capture and, soaking wet and missing one sea boot, he escaped into a snow gully, where he shot and killed a German Gestapo officer with his pistol.
A summary of the long escape which can only be descriped as a mentally and physically draining evasion.
What happened over those nine weeks remains one of the wildest, most unfathomable survival stories of World War II. Baalsrud’s feet froze solid. An avalanche buried him up to his neck. He wandered in a snowstorm for three days. He was entombed alive in snow for another four days and abandoned under open skies for five more. Alone for two more weeks in a cave, he used a knife to amputate several of his own frostbitten toes to stop the spread of gangrene. He spent the last several weeks tied on a stretcher, near death, as teams of Norwegian villagers dragged him up and down hills and snowy mountains."
A fairly new movie about the escape named "den 12. Mann"(the 12. Man) is very good if anyone is interested :tu:
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:like: There is a 1955 book written by David Howarth called We Die Alone that gives an account of Jan's epic ordeal. I haven't seen the movie, but it sounds intense. :tu:
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Post by: RF52 on April 16, 2022, 10:57:03 PM
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Post by: zoidberg on April 16, 2022, 11:27:37 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 16, 2022, 11:27:53 PM
Beers again. My brother and nephew are down from Scotland for a few days. That’s the excuse!!
Post by: Nix on April 16, 2022, 11:44:54 PM
DAY 77:
Did you drop your knife in that mess?
Post by: McStitchy on April 16, 2022, 11:51:22 PM
DAY 77:
What's that thing your Soldier is sneaking up to? :ahhh
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Post by: zoidberg on April 17, 2022, 12:00:35 AM
Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 12:01:17 AM
Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 12:06:12 AM
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Post by: McStitchy on April 17, 2022, 12:10:45 AM
It is a chocolate bunny hiding from the kids...
Aaaah ! :tu:
...not a Dalek then... phew
Post by: McStitchy on April 17, 2022, 12:12:27 AM
Light snow today. Not much accumulation though... Must be Spring. :rofl:
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Spring tension intensifies :-[
Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 12:27:39 AM
Post by: Farmer X on April 17, 2022, 01:31:17 AM
Nano oil is my go-to. What do you all use?I like Victorinox multi-tool oil. 3-in-1 is good if you can tolerate its odor. I may well give Nano Oil a go.
Sos24 pointed me to Ian Toll's trilogy on the Pacific theater of WW II, where "Bull" made such an impact. I highly recommend the series.I'll hunt down a copy and give it a read. :tu:
Still feel a little rotten but I'm bouncing back.Glad to hear you're shaking it off!
And great bios shared by awl. I'll do some further reading as time allows.
Day 76
Freed some soda from its shipping box. Considering FedEx was the courier, it's amazing they survived intact.
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Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 01:56:44 AM
I'll hunt down a copy and give it a read. :tu:
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I use a few drops of mineral oil or Penn reel oil. :tu:
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 17, 2022, 04:21:43 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 17, 2022, 04:29:33 AM
:like: There is a 1955 book written by David Howarth called We Die Alone that gives an account of Jan's epic ordeal. I haven't seen the movie, but it sounds intense. :tu:
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I agree with you on Jerry and the OSS operators buddy!! Jan, from everything I've ever seen and heard, was the MAN!!
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 17, 2022, 04:30:14 AM
Day 75: Perfectly balanced. Pay no mind to the messy desk.Messy desk equals someone hard at work!!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 17, 2022, 04:51:18 AM
In the Pics, my son GSMRE. Mine have the same items, but with diferences in the "tools". I forgot to pic his chunk of smoked bacon.
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Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 05:04:20 AM
Post by: an0nemus on April 17, 2022, 07:28:41 AM
Happy Easter, everyone!
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Post by: Echotech on April 17, 2022, 07:34:06 AM
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 17, 2022, 08:25:13 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 17, 2022, 08:41:43 AM
Day 77 (D+76)
Time to get the peanuts transferred into the open breathable sack - the squirrels and birds are starting to make serious inroads into the supplies - Spring has definitely sprung round here!
Post by: comis on April 17, 2022, 08:47:14 AM
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Welcoming the Sesame street to join my lego minifigure crew. :D
Post by: pietervn on April 17, 2022, 11:16:08 AM
Day 77
Blue Mountains?
Post by: Echotech on April 17, 2022, 11:21:48 AM
Blue Mountains?Mangrove Mountain followed by lunch at the Wollombi Tavern Pete
Post by: Echotech on April 17, 2022, 11:23:26 AM
… Love the view Echotech - you should start adding them to Vinz and Chidling’s thread!
Thanks Rizio :tu: good idea :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 17, 2022, 02:56:26 PM
Day 77!
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 17, 2022, 04:05:12 PM
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Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 04:06:18 PM
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Congratulations, zoidberg! (and excellent kits, too!)
As you may still win additional prizes, I will delay shipping your prize until the contest ends. :cheers:
No need to send your shipping addy as I think I have it written down on the back of an envelope as:
Lobster Pot 25
Freyberg Rd
Trentham
Upper Hutt 5018
New Australia
But let me know if it has changed! :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 04:32:43 PM
Read On! (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87754.msg2315303.html#msg2315303)
Film's On! (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87754.msg2322157.html#msg2322157)
Chow's On! (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87754.msg2326056.html#msg2326056) ( Although...the deadline for entries was yesterday..... :doh: )
BIO! (https://forum.multitool.org/index.php/topic,87754.msg2333678.html#msg2333678)
Post by: McStitchy on April 17, 2022, 05:07:25 PM
:ahhh OK....we have a winner for the Medic! challenge: :ahhh
(https://i.imgur.com/TIyc15f.png)
Congratulations, zoidberg! (and excellent kits, too!)
As you may still win additional prizes, I will delay shipping your prize until the contest ends. :cheers:
No need to send your shipping addy as I think I have it written down on the back of an envelope as:
Lobster Pot 25
Freyberg Rd
Trentham
Upper Hutt 5018
New Australia
But let me know if it has changed! :tu:
Congratulations Zoidberg :woohoo:
Hmmm... that address sounds familiar :think:
Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 05:24:38 PM
Hmmm... that address sounds familiar :think:
Location of a recent Dalek hunt? :dunno:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 17, 2022, 05:58:08 PM
Location of a recent Dalek hunt? :dunno:
And I thought that was strictly “need to know” info! :rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on April 17, 2022, 06:03:00 PM
Location of a recent Dalek hunt? :dunno:
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Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 06:17:39 PM
And I thought that was strictly “need to know” info! :rofl:
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Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 06:19:58 PM
comis and SteveC have created a badge and badge request for this challenge! :ahhh
Thanks so much, guys! :clap: :clap:
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Post by: McStitchy on April 17, 2022, 06:42:33 PM
Kudos to Comis and Steve :clap: :clap:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 17, 2022, 06:58:10 PM
Post by: Myron on April 17, 2022, 08:47:33 PM
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Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 08:51:35 PM
Day 77
awesome views! :like:
Post by: RF52 on April 17, 2022, 09:01:13 PM
Great looking badge :hatsoff:
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Post by: RF52 on April 17, 2022, 09:05:41 PM
Eventful day today :tu:
Took the dog to a tiny nature preserve just a minute walk from my mother in law :like:
Very peacefull listening to the birds.
Then we went to the beach with both dogs and the kid :like:
Then I had a beer with dinner :tu:
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Post by: Nix on April 17, 2022, 09:27:07 PM
Post by: RF52 on April 17, 2022, 09:31:12 PM
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Post by: an0nemus on April 17, 2022, 09:52:01 PM
Street scene
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Post by: an0nemus on April 17, 2022, 09:53:12 PM
Texas Roadhouse parking lot scene
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 17, 2022, 11:13:15 PM
Short entry. Back from the pub. Salvaging food from the fridge.
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 17, 2022, 11:26:10 PM
New guitar strings…. Job for tomorrow.
Post by: McStitchy on April 18, 2022, 12:12:52 AM
Day 77
Opened a chocolate egg and the likes...
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Post by: Nix on April 18, 2022, 12:40:14 AM
Post by: Nix on April 18, 2022, 01:12:01 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on April 18, 2022, 05:37:42 AM
Lovely work today! :tu::iagree: Nix summed it up very well. Y'awl did a top-notch job today!
Congratulations to Zoidberg, and the badge looks really cool. I'm looking forward to adding it!
Day 77
I broke down a box late in the day and cleaned the blade. Then the Pioneer posed with another friend. Do you suppose the friend could awlso be considered a multitool?
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Post by: Echotech on April 18, 2022, 08:00:55 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 18, 2022, 08:04:52 AM
Me, @pietervn and @Huntsman :tu:
:drink: :cheers:
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Post by: Echotech on April 18, 2022, 08:21:28 AM
awesome views! :like:Thanks Nix :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on April 18, 2022, 08:22:49 AM
Great news!Great looking badge thanks comis and Steve :tu: :salute:
comis and SteveC have created a badge and badge request for this challenge! :ahhh
Thanks so much, guys! :clap: :clap:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 18, 2022, 08:57:58 AM
Post by: zoidberg on April 18, 2022, 09:56:37 AM
:ahhh OK....we have a winner for the Medic! challenge: :ahhh
(https://i.imgur.com/TIyc15f.png)
Congratulations, zoidberg! (and excellent kits, too!)
As you may still win additional prizes, I will delay shipping your prize until the contest ends. :cheers:
No need to send your shipping addy as I think I have it written down on the back of an envelope as:
Lobster Pot 25
Freyberg Rd
Trentham
Upper Hutt 5018
New Australia
But let me know if it has changed! :tu:
Thank you, will be in touch soon. :cheers: :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on April 18, 2022, 09:57:18 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 18, 2022, 10:45:59 AM
Day 78 (D+77)
Time to defrost and start some new coffee - one for Lewis Carroll fans, perhaps? The last one was almost rum and raisins, this one is more mellow, still frabjous day nonetheless!
Post by: Appleandrew on April 18, 2022, 11:19:28 AM
Repair to lounge curtain cording set. Replace tensioner.
Post by: RF52 on April 18, 2022, 01:45:29 PM
Opened a pack of marzipan eggs :tu:
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Post by: comis on April 18, 2022, 01:55:05 PM
:ahhh OK....we have a winner for the Medic! challenge: :ahhhCongratulation to zoidberg! Nice win! :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/TIyc15f.png)
Congratulations, zoidberg! (and excellent kits, too!)
As you may still win additional prizes, I will delay shipping your prize until the contest ends. :cheers:
No need to send your shipping addy as I think I have it written down on the back of an envelope as:
Lobster Pot 25
Freyberg Rd
Trentham
Upper Hutt 5018
New Australia
But let me know if it has changed! :tu:
Wow... that's a nice one :like:
Kudos to Comis and Steve :clap: :clap:
:iagree: Thanks guys!!
Congrats zoidberg!
Great looking badge :hatsoff:
Sent fra min M2002J9G via Tapatalk
Great looking badge thanks comis and Steve :tu: :salute:Thank you! Got the inspiration from HQ, and do thank Steve for putting these up lighting quick! :cheers:
Post by: comis on April 18, 2022, 01:56:13 PM
Day 78 has also been the day of the Surprise Box Down Under Sydney lunch, quite some hours of hardcore MT and SAK discussion, soldiers were in attendance although not in the picsThat is so nice to be able to meet fellow members and enjoying the hobby in person!
Me, @pietervn and @Huntsman :tu:
:drink: :cheers:
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Post by: comis on April 18, 2022, 01:59:34 PM
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I don't know why but I never really did warm up to the awl, and I keep on forgetting to use this as alternative to open boxes. I wish I would learn more and do a little more leather work as some of you did, but this is my first time in this challenge to use it for light prying.
Post by: Nix on April 18, 2022, 03:00:09 PM
Day 78 has also been the day of the Surprise Box Down Under Sydney lunch, quite some hours of hardcore MT and SAK discussion, soldiers were in attendance although not in the pics
Me, @pietervn and @Huntsman :tu:
:drink: :cheers:
Outstanding! :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 18, 2022, 03:32:10 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 18, 2022, 03:34:25 PM
Post by: McStitchy on April 18, 2022, 04:01:07 PM
That is so nice to be able to meet fellow members and enjoying the hobby in person!
:iagree: totally :like:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 18, 2022, 04:07:48 PM
:ahhh OK....we have a winner for the Medic! challenge: :ahhhcongrats Z :tu:
(https://i.imgur.com/TIyc15f.png)
Congratulations, zoidberg! (and excellent kits, too!)
As you may still win additional prizes, I will delay shipping your prize until the contest ends. :cheers:
No need to send your shipping addy as I think I have it written down on the back of an envelope as:
Lobster Pot 25
Freyberg Rd
Trentham
Upper Hutt 5018
New Australia
But let me know if it has changed! :tu:
Day 76
still raining,water rationing in effect,but we're much better than most.
i need to charge my truck battery
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52011229867_26eb1c48d6.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nf49Ax)20220418_084454 (https://flic.kr/p/2nf49Ax) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Day 77
opened the can of grease,and smeared some grease,using the large driver
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52011831482_e4c292df4e.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nf7erd)20220418_141603 (https://flic.kr/p/2nf7erd) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52011831307_3d95375973.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nf7eoc)20220418_141653 (https://flic.kr/p/2nf7eoc) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 18, 2022, 04:15:44 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 18, 2022, 06:04:25 PM
Bonus pic.. Sitting in garden - just about acceptable temperature…. When the sun is out
Post by: SubMY on April 18, 2022, 06:08:53 PM
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I have a theme for my pictures this week. :rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 18, 2022, 06:19:48 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 18, 2022, 06:39:14 PM
Humayd you're in our thoughts and prayers. It's terrible what happened. I hope every day gets better. I've lived through water rationing before. You never look at water quite the same way again.
thank you Barry
yes,it's a real sobering experience,makes you realize how much you take for granted
Post by: an0nemus on April 18, 2022, 06:40:58 PM
Pic of a Main Street
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Post by: Myron on April 18, 2022, 08:19:15 PM
Day 78 has also been the day of the Surprise Box Down Under Sydney lunch, quite some hours of hardcore MT and SAK discussion, soldiers were in attendance although not in the pics
Me, @pietervn and @Huntsman :tu:
:drink: :cheers:
It is great to see you guys! I'm envious that I can't join the fun.
Myron
Post by: McStitchy on April 18, 2022, 08:23:25 PM
Day 78
Been on a hike...
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Post by: McStitchy on April 18, 2022, 08:24:28 PM
It is great to see you guys! I'm envious that I can't join the fun.
Myron
:iagree: :like:
Post by: Myron on April 18, 2022, 08:32:50 PM
My jimmy John’s cup likes my PMBB color scheme. :)
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Post by: Nix on April 18, 2022, 08:35:29 PM
Humayd you're in our thoughts and prayers. It's terrible what happened. I hope every day gets better. I've lived through water rationing before. You never look at water quite the same way again.
:iagree:
Post by: Nix on April 18, 2022, 08:37:04 PM
Pic of a Main Street
I feel like I'm starting to get to know the neighborhood.... :D
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 18, 2022, 10:45:03 PM
No uses...
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Post by: Nix on April 19, 2022, 12:50:45 AM
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All the snow we got last week is gone! (mostly)
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Post by: Farmer X on April 19, 2022, 02:33:08 AM
Day 78 has also been the day of the Surprise Box Down Under Sydney lunch...:tu:
Opened a pack of marzipan eggs :tu:I absolutely love Märzipan! :drool:
Water rationing in effect,but we're much better than most.Water rationing sucks. I hope you (and the Australian team) get back to normal soon. My thoughts are with y'awl.
Sitting in garden...Green olives...another favorite of mine! :tu:
Been on a hike...Beautiful scenery! :like:
Day 78
Found a little bit of wire, so tested out the wire stripper notch again. This wire seemed to fit the notch better. Luckily I didn't cut through the smurfy stranded wire. (Appropriate that its insulation is Smurf Blue!)
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Post by: Nix on April 19, 2022, 03:19:00 AM
Post by: an0nemus on April 19, 2022, 04:24:47 AM
Coincidentally, this place just gave me my bio submission!
I feel like I'm starting to get to know the neighborhood.... :D
Augustus Walley was a Buffalo Soldier in the United States Army and a recipient of America's highest military decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in the Indian Wars of the western United States. Wikipedia
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Post by: an0nemus on April 19, 2022, 04:26:47 AM
Another street scene
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Post by: Nix on April 19, 2022, 04:33:15 AM
Coincidentally, this place just gave me my bio submission!
Augustus Walley was a Buffalo Soldier in the United States Army and a recipient of America's highest military decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in the Indian Wars of the western United States. Wikipedia
What did Augustus do to earn that award?
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 19, 2022, 04:37:57 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 19, 2022, 05:46:48 AM
That is so nice to be able to meet fellow members and enjoying the hobby in person!
Outstanding! :tu:
:iagree: :tu: :tu:
:iagree: totally :like:
It is great to see you guys! I'm envious that I can't join the fun.,
Myron
Thanks guys, it was a top day and am sure we'll be catching up regularly :tu: :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on April 19, 2022, 05:48:47 AM
Stirling work everyone :like:
Yeah, nah
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Post by: an0nemus on April 19, 2022, 06:08:23 AM
What did Augustus do to earn that award?
Oopps, sorry for that as the Wiki link didn't work from my mobile. Here's what I gathered:
On August 16, 1881, a man came into the camp of I Troop, Ninth Cavalry, commanded by Lieutenant Gustavus Valois, near the Cuchillo Negro Mountains to report that Apaches had attacked a nearby ranch. Valois assigned Lieutenant George Burnett and a detachment of 15 troopers including Walley to head to the ranch and pick up the Apaches’ trail. Valois followed later with a larger force.
Burnett’s detachment quickly picked up the Apaches’ trail, following them into the Cuchillo Negro Mountains, where they found the Apaches in strong defensive positions using the rocks and crevices as cover. Burnett deployed his men in three wings, one on the left, one on the right, and Burnett leading the center. Nevertheless, the Buffalo Soldiers were unable to dislodge the Apaches from their strong positions.
Valois finally arrived on the right of Burnett’s detachment. Burnett and his men charged and fought their way to Valois’s position, which was stronger than their original one. Once the Buffalo Soldiers unified their position, Valois ordered a retreat to gain a better defensive position against the Apaches.
Four troopers did not retreat with the others, and the Apaches moved in to cut off their retreat. Lieutenant Burnett, Sergeant Moses Williams, and Walley saw the Apaches’ response and dashed to the aid of the four troopers. Because two of the four troopers were unable to retreat under their own power, Burnett and Walley carried them to safety. Williams and the other two stranded troopers laid down covering fire for the rescue.
For his actions in this battle, Augustus Walley was awarded the Medal of Honor on October 1, 1890.
Source: https://www.nps.gov/people/augustus-walley.htm
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 19, 2022, 10:06:08 AM
Post by: zoidberg on April 19, 2022, 11:39:54 AM
Post by: zoidberg on April 19, 2022, 11:41:00 AM
Post by: SubMY on April 19, 2022, 11:42:50 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/9nLf9oN.jpeg)
Yum breakfast. ::)
Post by: comis on April 19, 2022, 11:56:04 AM
congrats Z :tu:Just read more news update about the latest development, and hope everything is ok at your end and please hang in there!
Day 76
still raining,water rationing in effect,but we're much better than most.
i need to charge my truck battery
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52011229867_26eb1c48d6.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nf49Ax)20220418_084454 (https://flic.kr/p/2nf49Ax) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Day 77
opened the can of grease,and smeared some grease,using the large driver
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52011831482_e4c292df4e.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nf7erd)20220418_141603 (https://flic.kr/p/2nf7erd) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52011831307_3d95375973.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nf7eoc)20220418_141653 (https://flic.kr/p/2nf7eoc) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
So envious of you whom have access to such beautiful settings. Beautiful!Day 78
Been on a hike...
(https://i.imgur.com/ZzXABLW.jpg)
Post by: comis on April 19, 2022, 11:57:11 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/2TIr3Ly.jpg)
Package duty today.
Post by: Appleandrew on April 19, 2022, 12:41:01 PM
Changing battery in bike clock (stem captain). This sits on the headset in place of the top cap. Very useful. Just they eat through batteries.
Post by: McStitchy on April 19, 2022, 01:03:13 PM
Beautiful scenery! :like:
Day 78
Found a little bit of wire, so tested out the wire stripper notch again. This wire seemed to fit the notch better. Luckily I didn't cut through the smurfy stranded wire. (Appropriate that its insulation is Smurf Blue!)
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:cheers: ...and :like:
Post by: McStitchy on April 19, 2022, 01:05:05 PM
So envious of you whom have access to such beautiful settings. Beautiful!
:hatsoff:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 19, 2022, 02:42:20 PM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 19, 2022, 03:34:40 PM
Day 79 (D+78)
Back on post duty again….
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 19, 2022, 05:07:18 PM
thanks guys for the kind words and concern :salute:
today was sunny,and it seems the weather is improving
some pry use today,i opened a can of paint
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Post by: Nix on April 19, 2022, 05:26:21 PM
D+78
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Yum breakfast. ::)
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Post by: Nix on April 19, 2022, 05:28:03 PM
Day 79
Stirling work everyone :like:
Yeah, nah
Oh, a Coco sighting! :ahhh
Post by: SubMY on April 19, 2022, 06:41:57 PM
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:rofl:
At this point, I've given up on the army food, I'm just waiting to go home :D
Post by: McStitchy on April 19, 2022, 07:33:26 PM
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:rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on April 19, 2022, 07:34:13 PM
Day 79: Before the snow!!
Nice profile :D
Post by: McStitchy on April 19, 2022, 07:35:43 PM
Day 79
New tools :ahhh
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Post by: Myron on April 19, 2022, 08:05:40 PM
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Post by: Nix on April 19, 2022, 08:17:29 PM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 19, 2022, 08:34:49 PM
Day 79, and I used my pioneer to open a fedex package containing two very important things, just back from service.
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very cool :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 19, 2022, 08:35:29 PM
I just don't need four (4) tags in my t-shirt.....
(https://i.imgur.com/JuP7Q02.jpg)
Grinds my gears ! And they get longer and longer...
Post by: McStitchy on April 19, 2022, 08:36:04 PM
Day 79, and I used my pioneer to open a fedex package containing two very important things, just back from service.
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:dd:
Post by: Nix on April 19, 2022, 09:13:29 PM
Grinds my gears ! And they get longer and longer...
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Post by: RF52 on April 19, 2022, 09:20:01 PM
No uses today, spent most of the day in the car driving home.
Got a pic from being stuck in traffic due to roadwork :facepalm:
We did stop at a ruin to stretch our legs :tu:
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 19, 2022, 09:51:37 PM
Box opening.
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Post by: SubMY on April 19, 2022, 11:18:22 PM
Day 79, and I used my pioneer to open a fedex package containing two very important things, just back from service.
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:like:
Those are nice! I'm not a huge Omega fan normally but I always liked the older Seasmasters.
Post by: Echotech on April 20, 2022, 02:33:58 AM
:like: :)
Oh, a Coco sighting! :ahhh
Post by: Echotech on April 20, 2022, 02:35:15 AM
Love some BO :like:Day 79
New tools :ahhh
(https://i.imgur.com/sKJVM62.jpg)
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Post by: Echotech on April 20, 2022, 02:36:05 AM
Day 79, and I used my pioneer to open a fedex package containing two very important things, just back from service.What beauties :like:
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 20, 2022, 05:06:28 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 20, 2022, 05:21:11 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 20, 2022, 05:45:43 AM
I posted a pic of my 30+ year old Citizen Aqualand last week, saw this on special on the weekend and couldn’t resist :D
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Post by: Farmer X on April 20, 2022, 06:08:19 AM
Yeah, nah:like:
Bonus view piccy.Avalanche? Do be careful up there!
New tools :ahhhOne of the best uses for a multi is opening a package containing more multis! :woohoo:
My wife asked if her SAK collection could be in today's photo.She has a nice collection! Where did you find the banana one?
Day 79
A bit late, but awlso got to the usage late. I tried to slice paper in the manner that many knife YouTubers do. Good use for junk credit card offers!
Show content
My technique is lacking.
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Post by: RF52 on April 20, 2022, 08:12:45 AM
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Post by: pietervn on April 20, 2022, 08:41:07 AM
Day 79, and I used my pioneer to open a fedex package containing two very important things, just back from service.
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They look absolutely stunning!!! Best Omega divers by far!!! Are they going to wear some leather?
Pete
Post by: pietervn on April 20, 2022, 08:42:37 AM
Day 80
I posted a pic of my 30+ year old Citizen Aqualand last week, saw this on special on the weekend and couldn’t resist :D
They are great divers, how comfortable is the strap? It looks like a ND strap?
Pete
Post by: zoidberg on April 20, 2022, 09:14:11 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 20, 2022, 09:41:33 AM
They are great divers, how comfortable is the strap? It looks like a ND strap?It’s not bad Pete, quite comfortable but not as nicely made as the one I had with my Aqualand. As I won’t be taking it diving going to swap out for a NATO type band
Pete
:tu: :cheers:
Post by: SubMY on April 20, 2022, 10:12:59 AM
It’s not bad Pete, quite comfortable but not as nicely made as the one I had with my Aqualand. As I won’t be taking it diving going to swap out for a NATO type band
:tu: :cheers:
I'm partially to the MN style straps, highly recommend.
Day 80:like:
I posted a pic of my 30+ year old Citizen Aqualand last week, saw this on special on the weekend and couldn’t resist :D
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D+79
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Post by: Echotech on April 20, 2022, 11:04:10 AM
I'm partially to the MN style straps, highly recommend.
:like:
They look great but almost as much as I paid for the watch :think:
Post by: SubMY on April 20, 2022, 11:28:27 AM
They look great but almost as much as I paid for the watch :think:
(https://i.imgur.com/yj4KDyp.jpeg)
Cheapestnatostraps.com that's what I use for watches that I know are going to get grimy like this Seiko that I wear in uniform. They cost 15 bucks but go on sale often for 5 bucks a piece.
Post by: Echotech on April 20, 2022, 11:38:05 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/yj4KDyp.jpeg)Ah that’s more like it :like: :tu:
Cheapestnatostraps.com that's what I use for watches that I know are going to get grimy like this Seiko that I wear in uniform. They cost 15 bucks but go on sale often for 5 bucks a piece.
I went to a place online claiming to be the original RN strap maker and they were all €75, with postage that’d be almost A$200 hence my comment
I’ve got a local place here in Sydney who I’ve bought three straps from for my other watches and all been good so ordered one from there, same kinda prices as you’ve quoted
Nice looking Seiko you’ve got there
Post by: Echotech on April 20, 2022, 11:38:47 AM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 20, 2022, 12:12:36 PM
Parcel duty…. From ebay uk a vintage printer stand from my Thinkjet printer….
Post by: McStitchy on April 20, 2022, 01:44:59 PM
Day 80
I posted a pic of my 30+ year old Citizen Aqualand last week, saw this on special on the weekend and couldn’t resist :D
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220420/e5faad5b9c93d46611c965bed5395d63.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220420/e37683c54aa28758fe215fe2c7012cbc.jpg)
Oh that's a nice one :like:
Post by: McStitchy on April 20, 2022, 01:46:55 PM
One of the best uses for a multi is opening a package containing more multis! :woohoo:
Day 79
A bit late, but awlso got to the usage late. I tried to slice paper in the manner that many knife YouTubers do. Good use for junk credit card offers!Show contentMy technique is lacking.
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:cheers: ... :like:
Post by: McStitchy on April 20, 2022, 01:47:32 PM
Love some BO :like:
I know, right? :cheers:
Post by: comis on April 20, 2022, 02:16:53 PM
I just don't need four (4) tags in my t-shirt.....Merino wool t-shirt? :pok:
(https://i.imgur.com/JuP7Q02.jpg)
Day 79:Looks like a cool place to stretch legs! :tu:
No uses today, spent most of the day in the car driving home.
Got a pic from being stuck in traffic due to roadwork :facepalm:
We did stop at a ruin to stretch our legs :tu:
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Day 78: No notable use today but my wife asked if her SAK collection could be in today's photo. She uses her classics everyday!The matching lanyard looks great on those classics! :like:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 20, 2022, 02:19:35 PM
Day 80 (D+79)
Back early from the office after faffing with a computer that switched itself off during updating….. :rant: Time for a cold one to accompany lunch o make up for the wasted time!
Post by: comis on April 20, 2022, 02:19:53 PM
DAY 80:That's a cool lego dinosaur at the background, is it a MOC or stock lego? :pok:
(https://i.imgur.com/yj4KDyp.jpeg)5 bucks a pop for a user watch strap is actually a pretty decent deal! :tu:
Cheapestnatostraps.com that's what I use for watches that I know are going to get grimy like this Seiko that I wear in uniform. They cost 15 bucks but go on sale often for 5 bucks a piece.
Day 80Thinkjet, sounds like I need one. :D
Parcel duty…. From ebay uk a vintage printer stand from my Thinkjet printer….
Post by: comis on April 20, 2022, 02:22:01 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/oGIZVUR.jpg)
Got a M43 replica today, size M is actually a little baggy for me. But those pockets are huge! :D
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 20, 2022, 02:42:20 PM
Post by: Myron on April 20, 2022, 03:04:27 PM
They look absolutely stunning!!! Best Omega divers by far!!! Are they going to wear some leather?Thank you, Pete! One will be going on a nylon pull-thru of some sort and I’ll probably dress the other one up with some shell cordovan, naturally. :)
Pete
Day 80, no uses yet, but here are my essential tools for the day.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 20, 2022, 03:07:45 PM
Day 80
I posted a pic of my 30+ year old Citizen Aqualand last week, saw this on special on the weekend and couldn’t resist :D
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220420/e5faad5b9c93d46611c965bed5395d63.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220420/e37683c54aa28758fe215fe2c7012cbc.jpg)
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 20, 2022, 03:10:11 PM
Post by: McStitchy on April 20, 2022, 06:59:13 PM
Day 80
Some labels were removed...
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Post by: McStitchy on April 20, 2022, 06:59:46 PM
Day 80: Tightening a screw with the combo tool. It barely fit but we got it done! The biggest drawback that I've found to this model is a lack of Philips screwdriver capability.
:iagree:
Post by: McStitchy on April 20, 2022, 07:02:19 PM
Day 78
(https://i.imgur.com/oGIZVUR.jpg)
Got a M43 replica today, size M is actually a little baggy for me. But those pockets are huge! :D
:2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 20, 2022, 07:03:12 PM
Thank you, Pete! One will be going on a nylon pull-thru of some sort and I’ll probably dress the other one up with some shell cordovan, naturally. :)
Day 80, no uses yet, but here are my essential tools for the day.
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Awesome carries Myron :like:
Post by: Nix on April 20, 2022, 07:59:55 PM
Day 80
Some labels were removed...
:like: I think I'm going boot shopping tomorrow.....
Post by: Nix on April 20, 2022, 08:02:44 PM
Got a M43 replica today, size M is actually a little baggy for me. But those pockets are huge! :D
:like: Great jackets, love the pockets. They were designed to be oversized....I forget why. Layers? Did you get the liner? Very warm with the old kapoc liners. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 20, 2022, 08:08:53 PM
Merino wool t-shirt? :pok:
Excellent guess, I do love merino T-shirts. This one is actually a "Capilene Cool" without the merino blend. Thought I'd give it a try--long sleeve for some sun protection. Very comfy!
Of course....haven't had a warm day to test it out, yet..... :rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on April 20, 2022, 08:21:58 PM
:like: I think I'm going boot shopping tomorrow.....
:rofl: :2tu:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 20, 2022, 09:12:52 PM
Day 80
I posted a pic of my 30+ year old Citizen Aqualand last week, saw this on special on the weekend and couldn’t resist :D
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220420/e5faad5b9c93d46611c965bed5395d63.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220420/e37683c54aa28758fe215fe2c7012cbc.jpg)
that's nice 1 Echotech :tu:
Day 79
solid pair
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52017109797_b0fe767650.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nfzhuD)20220420_210644 (https://flic.kr/p/2nfzhuD) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: GA1dad on April 20, 2022, 09:36:13 PM
Day 79, and I used my pioneer to open a fedex package containing two very important things, just back from service.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220419/3569db016b366e303943f4a43e6d21b3.jpg)
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Nothing but "WIN" in that picture!! :drool:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 20, 2022, 09:53:17 PM
Getting ready for a Teams meeting... In my own spare time, which serves me right for signing up to be part of a committee at my football club, really. ::)
(https://i.imgur.com/uCiNJzZ.jpg)
Also...
Film's On!
Finally got around to watching Das Boot - I don't want to go into detail, no spoilers and all that, but I really enjoyed it. One of those things that, when you've grown up hearing all about the victors, adds a bit of humanity to "the enemy." Definitely worth a watch if you've not already.
Post by: Myron on April 20, 2022, 10:48:05 PM
Nothing but "WIN" in that picture!! :drool:Thank you, @GA1dad and @McStitchy!
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Post by: Farmer X on April 20, 2022, 11:16:22 PM
Time for a cold one to accompany lunch o make up for the wasted time!I like a good dark beer! :cheers:
Here are my essential tools for the day.I'm not a serious watch or pen enthusiast, but that's a classy setup! :like:
solid pair:iagree:
Day 80
12-can boxes folded okay, but the 24-can box had to get the blade treatment.
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Post by: Nix on April 21, 2022, 01:13:47 AM
Finally got around to watching Das Boot - I don't want to go into detail, no spoilers and all that, but I really enjoyed it. One of those things that, when you've grown up hearing all about the victors, adds a bit of humanity to "the enemy." Definitely worth a watch if you've not already.
:iagree: A firm favorite. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 21, 2022, 01:21:40 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/GSrv2QH.jpg)
Well, I can say that a thin t-shirt is, in a snow storm, cool. No questions about that.
No uses for the Soldier, but always glad to have a reliable pocket knife with me. (You can see some snow and graupel has started to accumulate here.)
(https://i.imgur.com/h6vvJGc.jpg)
A little later....more can-opening duty. This model excells at can opening. Or maybe I've just had a lot of practice this challenge.... :rofl:
(https://i.imgur.com/nRavyXG.jpg)
Post by: McStitchy on April 21, 2022, 02:05:54 AM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 21, 2022, 04:21:47 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/6bf569d287a96f37aebd25792e4294cb.jpg)
Post by: Nix on April 21, 2022, 05:04:58 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 21, 2022, 06:14:48 AM
Day 80
Parcel duty…. From ebay uk a vintage printer stand from my Thinkjet printer….
That takes me back, don't see many of them anymore Andrew :think: :like:
Post by: Echotech on April 21, 2022, 06:19:14 AM
Oh that's a nice one :like:
Nice watches and straps! :like: :like:
:drool: :like:
that's nice 1 Echotech :tu:
Thanks lads :like: :tu: :tu:
Post by: Echotech on April 21, 2022, 06:48:56 AM
Model 08 enjoying a yarn with a few older comrades :salute:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 21, 2022, 07:22:11 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 21, 2022, 11:55:25 AM
Post by: comis on April 21, 2022, 12:31:34 PM
:2tu::cheers: :D
I think it's an improvement over the M41(IIRC) since folks were complaining about the pockets. The only thing that need some getting use to is all the buttons are hided under the 'storm flap' and it is a real test for finger dexterity, but I can understand why--buttons exposed always gone missing, one way or another.
:like: Great jackets, love the pockets. They were designed to be oversized....I forget why. Layers? Did you get the liner? Very warm with the old kapoc liners. :tu:
Excellent guess, I do love merino T-shirts. This one is actually a "Capilene Cool" without the merino blend. Thought I'd give it a try--long sleeve for some sun protection. Very comfy!I used to have a few really thin 'merino' wool t-shirt just to test them out, but for whatever reason, they are always 'itchy' to wear and so I end up sticking with good old cotton t-shirt.
Of course....haven't had a warm day to test it out, yet..... :rofl:
Post by: comis on April 21, 2022, 12:34:37 PM
Day 79: Bones coffee tester pack.Fancy!
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/6bf569d287a96f37aebd25792e4294cb.jpg)
Day 81Very nice collection there!
Model 08 enjoying a yarn with a few older comrades :salute:
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/f8c0e7edae4aa2cb85f41113e298bb45.jpg)
Day 81Foot long sub, nice!
Post by: comis on April 21, 2022, 12:39:14 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/b9xHNdH.jpg)
Cost me a small fortune to get one, but SI is here to welcome Mr. Crunch to join the camp. I really think this should have been marketed, the genuine engineering involved in this tool does remind me some of the original models such as PST, OG Wave, Crunch, etc.
Post by: RF52 on April 21, 2022, 12:45:19 PM
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 21, 2022, 01:27:02 PM
Day 79: Bones coffee tester pack.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/6bf569d287a96f37aebd25792e4294cb.jpg)
They look interesting! :drool:
Got out for another hike today, with that "Capilene Cool" t-shirt on. I was expecting cool, but fair, weather. So I was surprised by a sudden snow storm. Snowing in this pic, though you can't really tell.....Well, I can say that a thin t-shirt is, in a snow storm, cool. No questions about that.
(https://i.imgur.com/nRavyXG.jpg)
That’s always the way when you try something new! :rofl:
Day 81 (D+80)
More work for the awlsome awl, this time liberating a new target holder for my air rifle. The rats are starting to reappear after several months absence, dispatched one last Friday morning (turned out not to be “Good Friday” for the rat in question!), but a bit of target practice wouldn’t go amiss…..
Post by: zoidberg on April 21, 2022, 01:42:39 PM
That's a cool lego dinosaur at the background, is it a MOC or stock lego? :pok:
Probably stock but the kid is known to change things up so could be either.
Post by: zoidberg on April 21, 2022, 01:50:21 PM
D+79
Getting ready for a Teams meeting... In my own spare time, which serves me right for signing up to be part of a committee at my football club, really. ::)
I went to a teams meeting tonight about cricket. Zero fun that one was.
Post by: zoidberg on April 21, 2022, 01:53:45 PM
Post by: Echotech on April 21, 2022, 01:53:57 PM
Very cool @comis :hatsoff::iagree: :like:
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Post by: Echotech on April 21, 2022, 01:54:43 PM
Very nice collection there!
Thanks comis :tu: :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on April 21, 2022, 01:54:56 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 21, 2022, 02:12:17 PM
Tangerine opening ceremony.
Post by: Nix on April 21, 2022, 03:28:12 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 21, 2022, 03:58:50 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 21, 2022, 04:47:17 PM
Day 72
Coffee for me and missus(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/c020315ef55a609b0e9319008a233b3a.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 21, 2022, 04:48:54 PM
The SI on duty! Cutting fruits for my little girl breakfast(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/ddf68439bf2e5b89e39811ce94138b09.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 21, 2022, 04:52:15 PM
The awl was used to repair the zipper of my little girl backpack ("My neighbor Totoro" themed)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/52d738a4581d11c19860fecdf97d8e1a.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 21, 2022, 04:53:30 PM
Capuccino (my wife's recipe of instant Capuccino)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/365072612c4296042c233e6995ca9ea1.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 21, 2022, 04:53:39 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 21, 2022, 04:57:15 PM
Dissassembling some furniture. Wife is redecorating our bedroom.
A lot of work. Heavier work and tools not pictured (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/99982e3987873ad4cbfafd589801dc99.jpg)
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 21, 2022, 05:00:20 PM
cat food again.and a cool pic :D i used the large driver to tighten the die
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52018052027_2523fdbebe.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nfE7zZ)20220421_052916 (https://flic.kr/p/2nfE7zZ) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52018689137_3ab6aedcbb.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nfHnYD)20220421_122723 (https://flic.kr/p/2nfHnYD) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 21, 2022, 05:04:49 PM
My boy using the SI awl to open a Nespresso capsule, and planting a suculent. He learned how to propagate them
(And a cactus)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 21, 2022, 05:09:28 PM
Deployed to a emergency work on the litoral. Reading the book at the hotel on the end of the day. Enjoying a lot this book, despite the lack of time to read (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/7caccd6363d892017f68c030fbd69d86.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 21, 2022, 05:57:57 PM
Cutting Apple duty!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220421/cde63be323adcdcd60383dac5c75e15c.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 21, 2022, 06:25:03 PM
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Post by: Myron on April 21, 2022, 09:04:30 PM
And inside was this beautiful Hartkopf!
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Post by: McStitchy on April 21, 2022, 09:17:04 PM
Bonus view piccy.
Beautiful views Zoid :dd:
Post by: McStitchy on April 21, 2022, 09:19:22 PM
Day 77
My boy using the SI awl to open a Nespresso capsule, and planting a suculent. He learned how to propagate them
(And a cactus)
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I like that :2tu:
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Post by: McStitchy on April 21, 2022, 09:25:32 PM
Day 81
Busy office day but managed to snatch some strawberries...
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 21, 2022, 10:38:08 PM
I went to a teams meeting tonight about cricket. Zero fun that one was.
You sometimes wonder why you do it, don't you?
D+80
Tuna baguette.
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 21, 2022, 11:07:40 PM
Day 81, and strangely not much for knife use. I did open a package from Germany but it had a pull-here zip thing so no knife needed.
And inside was this beautiful Hartkopf!
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Nice Hartkopf, Myron! :like: :like:
Cracking views, Zoidberg! :like: :like:
Post by: Myron on April 22, 2022, 12:33:52 AM
Day 81
Busy office day but managed to snatch some strawberries...
Boy, those look great! A reminder that summer is coming!
Post by: Nix on April 22, 2022, 03:00:02 AM
No uses today, just a vanity shot.....
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Oooh, Film's On! finishes tonight!
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 22, 2022, 04:02:10 AM
Awl used to recover a tea bag(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220422/88386a474b5789b23b2950c59eb7454b.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 22, 2022, 04:03:21 AM
These strawberries looks great!Day 81
Busy office day but managed to snatch some strawberries...
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Post by: Echotech on April 22, 2022, 05:37:42 AM
Ordered 1st February from Germany just arrived …was getting a little concerned but worth the wait
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Post by: Farmer X on April 22, 2022, 05:55:20 AM
Model 08 enjoying a yarn with a few older comrades...:like: Were those marlinspike knives Australian Navy issue?
The rats are starting to reappear after several months absence, dispatched one last Friday morning (turned out not to be “Good Friday” for the rat in question!), but a bit of target practice wouldn’t go amiss…..Damn rats! I have a little bit of a raccoon problem...I wonder how well an air rifle would work on those little smurfbirds?
Fantastic new additions from Comis, Echotech, and Myron! And good to see Hevy is all caught up!
Day 81
90% through the challenge, but today was a no-use day. I think I may have to start destroying random garbage...
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Post by: Echotech on April 22, 2022, 06:20:34 AM
:like: Were those marlinspike knives Australian Navy issue?
…Fantastic new additions from Comis, Echotech, and Myron!…
Thanks FX :tu:
I know they were all Australian Army issue and certainly would make sense Navy too but not sure TBH mate
The best source of info I’ve found is here, both the Whittingslowe patterns from WW2 are in the pic from yesterday
http://www.australianmilitaryknives.com/claspww2/weclasp.html
The navy issue looks to be all steel but doesn’t mean the army issue didn’t make it too
http://www.australianmilitaryknives.com/claspww2/britrn.html
Some great history and info on the site, can keep me occupied for hours
:cheers:
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Post by: comis on April 22, 2022, 10:18:58 AM
Very cool @comis :hatsoff:
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Probably stock but the kid is known to change things up so could be either.:cheers:
DAY 81:
Bonus view piccy.Great views, you'd probably know this--but just a very friendly tip I learned about cell phone photography: to get both the foreground object and distant background in focus, one way is to take a step or two back, and zoom-in to the object in front. If I were too close to the foreground subject, I usually had to choose which I want in focus. Of course, stacking them in post is a viable option, but I am usually too lazy for that.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 22, 2022, 10:25:51 AM
Back on post duty this morning - more prepping for recycling!
Post by: comis on April 22, 2022, 10:46:30 AM
Day 77Many good uses! And that nespresso capsule plant is cute! :cheers:
My boy using the SI awl to open a Nespresso capsule, and planting a suculent. He learned how to propagate them
(And a cactus)
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:drool: :drool: :drool:Day 81
Busy office day but managed to snatch some strawberries...
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Day 82I too have waiting for package from Germany, some arrived rather quickly in 2 weeks, but some just refuse to show up... :facepalm:
Ordered 1st February from Germany just arrived …was getting a little concerned but worth the wait
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Post by: comis on April 22, 2022, 10:48:12 AM
Day 82Healthy eating! :tu:
Post by: comis on April 22, 2022, 10:50:15 AM
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SI unwraps a new inkjet cartridge.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 22, 2022, 11:13:12 AM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 22, 2022, 03:36:21 PM
Day 82: Vanity pic.Beautifull pic! This blue is really nice!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 22, 2022, 03:40:14 PM
Many good uses! And that nespresso capsule plant is cute! :cheers:Taking care of plants and recicling things a good way to keep the kids entertained. And give some sense of responsability.
:drool: :drool: :drool:
I too have waiting for package from Germany, some arrived rather quickly in 2 weeks, but some just refuse to show up... :facepalm:
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Post by: McStitchy on April 22, 2022, 06:38:20 PM
Day 82
Freed a helmet holder from it's packaging...
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Post by: Farmer X on April 22, 2022, 07:48:39 PM
Some great history and info on the site, can keep me occupied for hoursI took a look at the links you posted. Very neat stuff; I'd like to add one of those Whittingslowes (and good ol' FRED) to my collection!
DAY 82:Very cool photo! :tu:
Day 82
This photo was taken in the early morning hours of Day 82. Good thing the can was empty when I did this...
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 22, 2022, 08:05:29 PM
More beers!!!!
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 22, 2022, 09:10:51 PM
some blade use today,but i didn't take pics
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 22, 2022, 10:05:39 PM
Ready to go out this morning.
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Post by: Myron on April 23, 2022, 12:37:32 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 23, 2022, 12:39:23 AM
Day 22, and we are on the road for the last 10 days of the challenge. Here’s me, opening a coldie after traveling all day…:cheers: can’t beat a coldie after a long day :tu:
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Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 01:08:57 AM
Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 01:09:43 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/xCyc0Z3.jpg)
Get 'em dirty tomorrow.... :D
Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 02:04:21 AM
Film's On challenge winner is....Echotech!
:clap:
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 23, 2022, 03:42:27 AM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 23, 2022, 03:43:20 AM
Apple duty! (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220423/7e9a82ca3d83589e137e5381f6f4c372.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 23, 2022, 03:43:45 AM
No labels to cut off, so no uses, but new boots.....Nice boots Nix!
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Get 'em dirty tomorrow.... :D
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Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 03:50:26 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 23, 2022, 03:53:54 AM
Day 22, and we are on the road for the last 10 days of the challenge. Here’s me, opening a coldie after traveling all day…
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Love original Coors Myron! :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 23, 2022, 03:54:49 AM
:cheers:
I love that stamp buddy!! This is going to be as legendary as McAuliffe's "To German Commander: Nuts"
Post by: Echotech on April 23, 2022, 03:55:54 AM
OK....we have a winner!Film's On challenge winner is....Echotech!
:clap:
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Congrats Echotech (and Coco!)!
Well thank you very much indeed, nice one :like: :tu: :tu: :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 23, 2022, 03:56:53 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 23, 2022, 04:20:17 AM
The 08 is pretty good in the kitchen, can’t see it replacing my santoku, but works well on things like green beans, onion, tomatoes, capsicum less well on carrots, herbs or cheese where a SE is preferable
Thai inspired green chicken curry and vegetable soup, pretty delicious even if I do say so myself :D
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Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 04:26:42 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 23, 2022, 04:28:40 AM
No labels to cut off, so no uses, but new boots.....Congratulations Nix they look good, I’m a huge fan of Keen shoes and boots, wear them more than any other brand
(https://i.imgur.com/xCyc0Z3.jpg)
Get 'em dirty tomorrow.... :D
What model are those, the K logo looks new?
Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 04:37:18 AM
What model are those, the K logo looks new?
Uhhhhh.....they were the pair on the bottom shelf..... :dunno:
:dunno:
Not sure of the model name, but they are designed for hot weather. No waterproof membranes, so they should breathe a bit better. It was love at first try on. "I'll take them." Never had a boot feel so good right away. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 04:39:36 AM
What model are those, the K logo looks new?
:rofl:
Found the box in the recycle bin: "Voyageur, Mid". :D
Post by: Echotech on April 23, 2022, 04:51:50 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 23, 2022, 05:16:43 AM
I took a look at the links you posted. Very neat stuff; I'd like to add one of those Whittingslowes (and good ol' FRED) to my collection!
They come up quite regularly on Australian eBay FX if you are looking for them, condition and price vary massively
Someone’s been trying to get A$150 for one in terrible condition for the last few months, but reasonable ones usually go for around A$60-80, FREDs as low as $4-5 up to about $20
EDIT: just checked eBay and the two listed are both over $200, both in very good nick but that’s way overpriced
:cheers:
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Post by: comis on April 23, 2022, 08:36:04 AM
I took a look at the links you posted. Very neat stuff; I'd like to add one of those Whittingslowes (and good ol' FRED) to my collection!But wouldn't it make a pretty spectacular show if it wasn't? >:D
Very cool photo! :tu:
Day 82
This photo was taken in the early morning hours of Day 82. Good thing the can was empty when I did this...
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Day 82Nice mug! Got character! :tu:
More beers!!!!
OK....we have a winner!Congrats, Echotech!Film's On challenge winner is....Echotech!
:clap:
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Post by: comis on April 23, 2022, 08:37:35 AM
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SI accompanied me at the beginning of Chow day.
Post by: McStitchy on April 23, 2022, 10:37:43 AM
Day 22, and we are on the road for the last 10 days of the challenge. Here’s me, opening a coldie after traveling all day…
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Oh, hello there :waving: :like:
Post by: McStitchy on April 23, 2022, 10:39:24 AM
No labels to cut off, so no uses, but new boots.....
(https://i.imgur.com/xCyc0Z3.jpg)
Get 'em dirty tomorrow.... :D
They look comfy and flexible but sturdy :tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 23, 2022, 10:41:02 AM
OK....we have a winner!Film's On challenge winner is....Echotech!
:clap:
(https://i.imgur.com/UGnrAFw.jpg)
Congratulations Echo
:drink:
:drink:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 23, 2022, 11:06:44 AM
Day 23 (D+22)
Back to dicing leftover chips for an egg & bacon breakfast omelette - just the job after a few beers the night before!
Post by: zoidberg on April 23, 2022, 12:08:54 PM
Post by: zoidberg on April 23, 2022, 12:12:00 PM
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 23, 2022, 02:16:49 PM
Fractured my big toe. :(
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 23, 2022, 02:32:59 PM
Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 04:37:01 PM
Boots On! with my nephew.
I like dirty boots. :D :like:
Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 04:37:49 PM
Day 83
Fractured my big toe. :(
Ouch! :-\
Hope that heals well. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 04:38:27 PM
Back to dicing leftover chips for an egg & bacon breakfast omelette - just the job after a few beers the night before!
Good lookin' recovery meal. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 23, 2022, 04:39:10 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 23, 2022, 04:57:17 PM
Opening the packages for the GSMRE part II - The GSMRE Strikes Back (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220423/9674ae9a3ffc2058ae2eaabcfe5d19d0.jpg)
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 23, 2022, 05:10:54 PM
OK....we have a winner!Film's On challenge winner is....Echotech!
:clap:
(https://i.imgur.com/UGnrAFw.jpg)
Congrats Echotech
Day 82
canibalized and refitted a 15 amp plug,i needed some assistance :D
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 23, 2022, 06:42:13 PM
Day 83
Fractured my big toe. :(
sorry to hear that,but what on earth did you kick?
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 23, 2022, 06:52:13 PM
Day 83I'm sorry about that RP.
Fractured my big toe. :(
Hope you get well soon
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 23, 2022, 06:55:49 PM
Postal duties….
Post by: Farmer X on April 23, 2022, 08:07:02 PM
some blade use today,but i didn't take picsI must say, the blue lanyard pairs well with silver Alox. Many people in my area would probably appreciate that combo.
DAY 83::like:
Thai inspired green chicken curry and vegetable soup...:tu:
They come up quite regularly on Australian eBay FX if you are looking for them...I'll check every now and then. Shipping to the States would likely be expensive, though.
And congratulations on your win!
Fractured my big toe. :(Ouch! Hope you bounce back quickly.
Day 83
Package opening. Boy, was I surprised to see that Camillus 72! Many, many thanks to SteveC for sending it my way! :cheers:
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Post by: an0nemus on April 23, 2022, 10:03:02 PM
A street scene here in DC
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Post by: an0nemus on April 23, 2022, 10:03:46 PM
A local DC church
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Post by: an0nemus on April 23, 2022, 10:04:39 PM
Jackson in the background
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Post by: an0nemus on April 23, 2022, 10:06:02 PM
Lafayette statue
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Post by: an0nemus on April 23, 2022, 10:06:49 PM
Hello, President Biden
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Post by: Myron on April 24, 2022, 01:55:39 AM
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Post by: Nix on April 24, 2022, 04:06:35 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/sIsULow.png)
Light flurries in the morning, but I saw the first Blue Birds of Spring:
(https://i.imgur.com/78rYdKT.png)
OK, OK, I know...you don't see the Blue bird. Well, they were shy and flew off when I got near. But there is one in the photo!
(https://i.imgur.com/lcUltpg.png)
Also saw a bunch of other birds (Chickadees, Robins, Crows, Hawk), a couple deer, and loads of chipmunks. I think the chipmunks have emerged from their Winter dens and are busy looking to start packing on the calories for next Winter.....
Speaking of calories...the soldier got used for food prep. It did a fine job, but some scissors might have been handier.....
(https://i.imgur.com/7H4Y35n.png)
The flurries intensified....and then a proper snow storm caught me as I hiked back home. Great fun.
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 24, 2022, 05:47:48 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 24, 2022, 07:56:09 AM
Sounds painful RP - hope it sets soon….. :tu:
Post by: Echotech on April 24, 2022, 08:09:14 AM
Congrats @Echotech :salute:
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Congrats, Echotech!
Congratulations Echo
:drink:
Congratulations, Echotech! Nice boots, Nix! :tu: Great work, y’awl!
Congrats Echotech
Thanks guys :salute: :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on April 24, 2022, 08:17:42 AM
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Post by: McStitchy on April 24, 2022, 09:59:33 AM
Fun day. Took my GSMRE for a hike into the hills.
(https://i.imgur.com/sIsULow.png)
Light flurries in the morning, but I saw the first Blue Birds of Spring:
(https://i.imgur.com/78rYdKT.png)
OK, OK, I know...you don't see the Blue bird. Well, they were shy and flew off when I got near. But there is one in the photo!
(https://i.imgur.com/lcUltpg.png)
Also saw a bunch of other birds (Chickadees, Robins, Crows, Hawk), a couple deer, and loads of chipmunks. I think the chipmunks have emerged from their Winter dens and are busy looking to start packing on the calories for next Winter.....
Speaking of calories...the soldier got used for food prep. It did a fine job, but some scissors might have been handier.....
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The flurries intensified....and then a proper snow storm caught me as I hiked back home. Great fun.
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What a wonderful day it must have been :dd:
I often forget my binoculars at home and only realize in such moments ::)
Post by: McStitchy on April 24, 2022, 10:00:14 AM
Day 84
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Nice pic Echo :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 24, 2022, 10:07:24 AM
Day 83
Forgot to submit my pic yeaterday due to important chores I had to take care of... is what she said :dunno:
And here you go, quick shot at a quick brake.
Didn't even take the time to put some butter and yam...
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 24, 2022, 10:45:04 AM
Thanks for the wishes everyone. Trying to get by with pain killers and stuff. Still hurts a lot. Gonna stay in bed mostly.
Post by: Echotech on April 24, 2022, 11:00:12 AM
Nice pic Echo :2tu:Thanks McS :cheers: :tu:
Post by: zoidberg on April 24, 2022, 11:16:55 AM
Post by: comis on April 24, 2022, 11:27:04 AM
View from Mt Alford 1171m.Fantastic view and a good capture! :like:
I must say, the blue lanyard pairs well with silver Alox. Many people in my area would probably appreciate that combo.Nice 72, I have one and do like it a lot! I don't know why, but my preference for traditional has been shifting towards smaller/slimmer carry. :tu:
:like:
:tu:
I'll check every now and then. Shipping to the States would likely be expensive, though.
And congratulations on your win!
Ouch! Hope you bounce back quickly.
Day 83
Package opening. Boy, was I surprised to see that Camillus 72! Many, many thanks to SteveC for sending it my way! :cheers:
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Day 84Here is to a speedy recovery! :cheers:
Thanks for the wishes everyone. Trying to get by with pain killers and stuff. Still hurts a lot. Gonna stay in bed mostly.
Post by: comis on April 24, 2022, 11:32:40 AM
DAY 84:small world! :D
Day 82
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Post by: McStitchy on April 24, 2022, 11:35:35 AM
Day 84
Thanks for the wishes everyone. Trying to get by with pain killers and stuff. Still hurts a lot. Gonna stay in bed mostly.
Best wishes, get well soon RP !
Post by: McStitchy on April 24, 2022, 11:36:09 AM
small world! :D
Day 82
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Well done :drool:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 24, 2022, 01:35:45 PM
Early morning bike ride done, full English and cappuccino consumed (always seems to go down well after a ride!), rat spotted and shot, 3 hours spent weeding in the garden and getting ready for planting (just need to decide what to grow this year….) - phew, time for an “isotonic recovery drink” before lunch! :rofl:
Post by: Echotech on April 24, 2022, 01:48:58 PM
Day 84 (D+83)Sounds like a great day so far and one of my favourite, ahem, isotonic recovery drinks :rofl: pre lunch makes it sound perfect :cheers:
Early morning bike ride done, full English and cappuccino consumed (always seems to go down well after a ride!), rat spotted and shot, 3 hours spent weeding in the garden and getting ready for planting (just need to decide what to grow this year….) - phew, time for an “isotonic recovery drink” before lunch! :rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 24, 2022, 02:40:14 PM
Day 84Hope you're better soon RP!
Thanks for the wishes everyone. Trying to get by with pain killers and stuff. Still hurts a lot. Gonna stay in bed mostly.
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 24, 2022, 02:41:39 PM
Post by: RF52 on April 24, 2022, 03:10:26 PM
Day 84:
Heating some water for a cup of English breakfast tea before heading home :tu:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 24, 2022, 03:34:12 PM
Sounds like a great day so far and one of my favourite, ahem, isotonic recovery drinks :rofl: pre lunch makes it sound perfect :cheers:Cheers, Echotech - OP is my all time favourite! :cheers:
Post by: Appleandrew on April 24, 2022, 05:51:41 PM
Beer time again!!
Post by: SubMY on April 24, 2022, 06:04:35 PM
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 24, 2022, 06:05:59 PM
Daughter returned from a party with cake….. this is the ‘angels slice’.
Post by: Myron on April 24, 2022, 06:32:51 PM
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Post by: an0nemus on April 24, 2022, 06:58:25 PM
Watching a bartender mix drinks
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Post by: McStitchy on April 24, 2022, 07:03:20 PM
Day 84
The Soldier helped me and Junior with a little project. It opened some cable ties with the awl and some bags of skrews with the knife.
We had to call in re-enforcements later on though...
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Post by: Nix on April 24, 2022, 07:58:16 PM
Post by: Nix on April 24, 2022, 08:00:35 PM
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The knife blade worked well, but again, I don't like the feeling of the saw teeth. And, when trimming some fat away, the saw teeth were a hindrance.
Can opener is still excellent! :tu:
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Post by: McStitchy on April 24, 2022, 08:10:04 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 24, 2022, 08:30:57 PM
no use day
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Post by: RF52 on April 24, 2022, 09:48:31 PM
Very nice!Day 84
The Soldier helped me and Junior with a little project. It opened some cable ties with the awl and some bags of skrews with the knife.
We had to call in re-enforcements later on though...
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 24, 2022, 10:20:03 PM
So, we had a bit of an issue when my phone completely shut down and wouldn't start up again. Completely bricked. It had suffered (what I thought was) minor water damage a few weeks ago, but everything seemed fine. Oh well. But it all means the original photo for yesterday was lost, I had to get a new one with an emergency phone, and a few of the GSMRE photos have gone as well... I've also been unable to get things uploaded and onto here all day. But, we've got a barely-working stand-in and a new phone coming tomorrow, so we'll just have to plod on!
D+82
Getting ready to open up a new coat.
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 24, 2022, 10:21:16 PM
Opening up a Ukraninan beer imported from a brewery that's obviously had to shut down operations.
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Also, congratulations to Echotech. :cheers:
Post by: zoidberg on April 24, 2022, 10:38:19 PM
ANZAC Day, The 107th Anniversary.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.
Post by: McStitchy on April 24, 2022, 11:23:39 PM
Very nice!
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Post by: McStitchy on April 24, 2022, 11:26:29 PM
DAY 85:
ANZAC Day, The 107th Anniversary.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.
:salute:
Post by: Farmer X on April 25, 2022, 01:09:40 AM
Emmie G was unusually photogenic so..:like:
DAY 84:Pizza...awlways a good choice! :tu:
Post by: Echotech on April 25, 2022, 01:12:03 AM
DAY 85::salute: :tu:
ANZAC Day, The 107th Anniversary.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.
Post by: Farmer X on April 25, 2022, 01:16:08 AM
Nice 72, I have one and do like it a lot! I don't know why, but my preference for traditional has been shifting towards smaller/slimmer carry. :tu:My tastes in traditionals is changing, too. I'm powerfully drawn to two-blade jacks about three to four inches closed these days.
Day 84
No use today, so an attempt at a glamor shot.
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Post by: Nix on April 25, 2022, 01:47:33 AM
COMMS DOWN! I REPEAT - COMMS DOWN!
So, we had a bit of an issue when my phone completely shut down and wouldn't start up again. Completely bricked. It had suffered (what I thought was) minor water damage a few weeks ago, but everything seemed fine. Oh well. But it all means the original photo for yesterday was lost, I had to get a new one with an emergency phone, and a few of the GSMRE photos have gone as well... I've also been unable to get things uploaded and onto here all day. But, we've got a barely-working stand-in and a new phone coming tomorrow, so we'll just have to plod on!
D+82
Getting ready to open up a new coat.
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:salute:
Post by: Nix on April 25, 2022, 01:49:09 AM
DAY 85:
ANZAC Day, The 107th Anniversary.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.
:salute:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 25, 2022, 04:02:44 AM
Post by: Echotech on April 25, 2022, 04:24:31 AM
Trying to stop ivy from taking over the garden…the plant is a pain too :whistle:
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 25, 2022, 04:29:07 AM
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Post by: RF52 on April 25, 2022, 06:09:04 AM
DAY 85::salute:
ANZAC Day, The 107th Anniversary.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.
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Post by: RF52 on April 25, 2022, 06:25:42 AM
Opened a pack of babybels
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 25, 2022, 09:10:56 AM
Post by: SubMY on April 25, 2022, 12:50:12 PM
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No really uses today besides slicing open a pallet of water.
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 25, 2022, 03:10:55 PM
Post by: Myron on April 25, 2022, 03:18:27 PM
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Post by: Myron on April 25, 2022, 03:24:30 PM
DAY 85:
ANZAC Day, The 107th Anniversary.
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.
Thank you for reminding us, @Zoidberg. I appreciated seeing a snippet of Binyon's poem.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 25, 2022, 05:22:12 PM
Day 85 (D+84)
Time to liberate some frankfurters for hot dogs - yum! :drool:
Post by: comis on April 25, 2022, 05:38:37 PM
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SI attend package duty today.
Post by: McStitchy on April 25, 2022, 06:43:27 PM
Day 85
The noodles bag was quite tough to tear open and I didn't want to make a mess...
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Post by: Nix on April 25, 2022, 06:57:00 PM
Post by: McStitchy on April 25, 2022, 07:49:26 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 25, 2022, 08:06:05 PM
Salmon tonight…
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 25, 2022, 08:10:19 PM
i sliced some abrasive paper but forgot to take an action shot
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Post by: Farmer X on April 25, 2022, 09:55:31 PM
Trying to stop ivy from taking over the garden…Hope you succeed!
Opened a pack of babybelsI like those Babybels...and now I want some! :drool:
Time to liberate some frankfurters for hot dogs - yum!When I was attached to USS Peleliu, we had sliders (hamburgers) and rollers (frankfurters) for lunch every Wednesday. :tu:
The noodles bag was quite tough to tear open and I didn't want to make a mess...Can't blame you in the least. Good thing the SAK was handy!
Day 85
Really pounding down the home stretch now! What might seem like gratuitous cutting of a water bottle actually has a practical purpose (though, admittedly, with bigger bottles). Two-liter soda bottles can be used to make crawdad traps. The Pioneer is still gettin' the job done!
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 25, 2022, 10:02:36 PM
When I was attached to USS Peleliu, we had sliders (hamburgers) and rollers (frankfurters) for lunch every Wednesday. :tu:
Two-liter soda bottles can be used to make crawdad traps. The Pioneer is still gettin' the job done!
I like the slang names - make perfect sense on a ship! Forgive the ignorance, but what’s a crawdad trap? :think:
Post by: McStitchy on April 25, 2022, 10:11:31 PM
Hope you succeed!
I like those Babybels...and now I want some! :drool:
When I was attached to USS Peleliu, we had sliders (hamburgers) and rollers (frankfurters) for lunch every Wednesday. :tu:
Can't blame you in the least. Good thing the SAK was handy!
Day 85
Really pounding down the home stretch now! What might seem like gratuitous cutting of a water bottle actually has a practical purpose (though, admittedly, with bigger bottles). Two-liter soda bottles can be used to make crawdad traps. The Pioneer is still gettin' the job done!
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Interesting idea :tu:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 25, 2022, 10:19:35 PM
A much needed beer...
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 25, 2022, 10:47:52 PM
Chow's On!
I just about managed to sneak in a completed GSMRE, despite the technological issues that presented themselves. Badge has been requested, hopefully HQ deem it worthy of mission completion. :ahhh
Bring It On!
Seeing as I'm reading a book based on the battle that ultimately killed him, I thought I'd go a little different for this one and talk about my Great Uncle, John Vurley. Born in Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston, he was, by all accounts, just a normal, down to earth Lancashire lad. He signed up to the Navy during the Second World War, with the rank of Able Seaman. He was aboard the HMS Spartan when it was sent to off the coast of Anzio to help with Operation Shingle, the landing at the beachhead to then head up to take Rome.
On the 29th January, 1944, HMS Spartan was tasked with assisting the advance of the American Fifth Army. The ship was struck in an air raid and sank. Around 66 people were killed, including John, aged 35.
Despite his untimely end, his presence has always been around the family. A photo along with medals was found in a local church library after being lost for many years and returned to the family (I'd hoped to find a picture of this, but I can't find one anywhere and it's currently stored out of easy reach) and hung in my grandma's home (he was her brother) for many years until she had to move out. The older generation always spoke highly of him, with quiet praise, but it was always too painful for them to speak too often. It has always left an impression on me since, coloured my view on war and needless violence, but more importantly lending me the outlook on life of "sod it, do what you enjoy and make the most of life just in case."
I'll leave the last word on him to my grandma, and something she said a good few years ago that stuck with me when I'd asked about him;
"Aye, he were a grand lad."
Post by: Echotech on April 26, 2022, 12:25:57 AM
Nice work, everyone!Yum indeed :drool:
Day 85 (D+84)
Time to liberate some frankfurters for hot dogs - yum! :drool:
Post by: Echotech on April 26, 2022, 12:26:28 AM
Day 85More yum! :drool:
Salmon tonight…
Post by: Echotech on April 26, 2022, 12:27:37 AM
Hope you succeed!
Thanks FX :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Nix on April 26, 2022, 01:23:03 AM
Mission Update
Chow's On!
I just about managed to sneak in a completed GSMRE, despite the technological issues that presented themselves. Badge has been requested, hopefully HQ deem it worthy of mission completion. :ahhh
Bring It On!
Seeing as I'm reading a book based on the battle that ultimately killed him, I thought I'd go a little different for this one and talk about my Great Uncle, John Vurley. Born in Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston, he was, by all accounts, just a normal, down to earth Lancashire lad. He signed up to the Navy during the Second World War, with the rank of Able Seaman. He was aboard the HMS Spartan when it was sent to off the coast of Anzio to help with Operation Shingle, the landing at the beachhead to then head up to take Rome.
On the 29th January, 1944, HMS Spartan was tasked with assisting the advance of the American Fifth Army. The ship was struck in an air raid and sank. Around 66 people were killed, including John, aged 35.
Despite his untimely end, his presence has always been around the family. A photo along with medals was found in a local church library after being lost for many years and returned to the family (I'd hoped to find a picture of this, but I can't find one anywhere and it's currently stored out of easy reach) and hung in my grandma's home (he was her brother) for many years until she had to move out. The older generation always spoke highly of him, with quiet praise, but it was always too painful for them to speak too often. It has always left an impression on me since, coloured my view on war and needless violence, but more importantly lending me the outlook on life of "sod it, do what you enjoy and make the most of life just in case."
I'll leave the last word on him to my grandma, and something she said a good few years ago that stuck with me when I'd asked about him;
"Aye, he were a grand lad."
Thank you for the history! And condolences for the loss of your Great Uncle. My grandfather died during the war. He was a soldier but died of cancer, an odd quirk of fate. I never knew him, but his absence made a big impact on the family. Such loses make current events all the more sorrowful and lamentable.
Post by: Nix on April 26, 2022, 01:27:02 AM
Forgive the ignorance, but what’s a crawdad trap? :think:
"Crawdad" is a term off affection for a Mudbug, a.k.a. crayfish, a.k.a. crawfish. There are numerous way to catch 'em, but a small, baited, trap is excellent. :tu:
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A few dozen make a great meal. :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 26, 2022, 01:29:04 AM
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Post by: Farmer X on April 26, 2022, 02:50:50 AM
"Crawdad" is a term off affection for a Mudbug, a.k.a. crayfish, a.k.a. crawfish.I believe they're known as "yabbies" in Australia. They're often considered invasive species.
Rhubarb is pushing up! :ahhhShould be time for rhubarb pie soon, then?
Post by: Echotech on April 26, 2022, 03:48:28 AM
I believe they're known as "yabbies" in Australia. They're often considered invasive species.
Correct re yabbies FX and are native to Australia, delicious they are too :drool:
Post by: Echotech on April 26, 2022, 04:13:43 AM
Waterproofing my boots for winter …although can’t see how it’ll be any wetter than summer’s just been
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 26, 2022, 05:02:48 AM
No uses today. Just enjoying a beautifull SAK(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220426/ace44320ec51fbe8dcd82075cecdf499.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 26, 2022, 05:06:31 AM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 26, 2022, 05:26:32 AM
Well... I grew up reading and loving stories of the sea and warships.
A warship is a living thing, with the soul infused in It by his captain and his crew.
And this man, captain of HMS Glowworm, did his best with his ship and crew against overwhelming odds, earning posthumously the Victoria Cross in World War II.
He's deeds were recognized by the enemy.
Lieutenant-Commander Gerard Broadmead Roope VC RN (13 March 1905 – 8 April 1940).
From the citation:
The KING has been graciously pleased to approve the award of the VICTORIA CROSS for valour to:—
The late Lieutenant-Commander Gerard Broadmead ROOPE, Royal Navy. On the 8th April, 1940, H.M.S. Glowworm was proceeding alone in heavy weather towards a rendezvous in West Fjord, when she met and engaged two enemy destroyers, scoring at least one hit on them. The enemy broke off the action and headed North, to lead the Glowworm on to his supporting forces. The Commanding Officer, whilst correctly appreciating the intentions of the enemy, at once gave chase. The German heavy cruiser, Admiral Hipper, was sighted closing the Glowworm at high speed and an enemy report was sent which was received by H.M.S. Renown. Because of the heavy sea, the Glowworm could not shadow the enemy and the Commanding Officer therefore decided to attack with torpedoes and then to close in order to inflict as much damage as possible. Five torpedoes were fired and later the remaining five, but without success. The Glowworm was badly hit; one gun was out of action and her speed was much reduced, but with the other three guns still firing she closed and rammed the Admiral Hipper. As the Glowworm drew away, she opened fire again and scored one hit at a range of 400 yards. The Glowworm, badly stove in forward and riddled with enemy fire, heeled over to starboard, and the Commanding Officer gave the order to abandon her. Shortly afterwards she capsized and sank. The Admiral Hipper hove toto for at least an hour picking up survivors but the loss of life was heavy, only 31 out of the Glowworm's complement of 149 being saved.
Full information concerning this action has only recently been received and the VICTORIA CROSS is bestowed in recognition of the great valour of the Commanding Officer who, after fighting off a superior force of destroyers, sought out and reported a powerful enemy unit, and then fought his ship to the end against overwhelming odds, finally ramming the enemy with supreme coolness and skill.
— Supplement to London Gazette, 6 July 1945 (dated 10 July 1945)[5]
The Admiral Hipper's commander, Kapitän zur See Hellmuth Heye, wrote to the British authorities via the Red Cross, recommending award of the VC for his opponent's courage in engaging a vastly superior warship.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 26, 2022, 06:37:48 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 26, 2022, 09:38:56 AM
Hevy - that some action indeed…. :salute:
Rhubarb is pushing up! :ahhh
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My rhubarb is a bit more advanced this year - there is an M61 hiding in there! The winter here has been very mild, and my rhubarb is much larger than I’ve ever seen it in April - still got three batches left in the freezer from last year’s bumper harvest!
Day 86 (D+85)
Crumpets for breakfast, main blade on point.
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 26, 2022, 09:49:55 AM
Post by: RF52 on April 26, 2022, 11:55:29 AM
Cut a piece of shrink tube :tu:
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 26, 2022, 12:04:20 PM
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Post by: zoidberg on April 26, 2022, 12:08:27 PM
Post by: SubMY on April 26, 2022, 01:21:15 PM
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Driving around people more important than me today. :P
Post by: Myron on April 26, 2022, 03:24:42 PM
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 26, 2022, 03:59:40 PM
Started a new job this week. View from my window with SAK. Not opening bottles unfortunately.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 26, 2022, 06:41:30 PM
i sliced open a pack of O rings
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Post by: Nix on April 26, 2022, 07:04:09 PM
Lieutenant-Commander Gerard Broadmead Roope VC RN (13 March 1905 – 8 April 1940).
Some great history there. Thanks, Hevy! :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 26, 2022, 07:04:38 PM
Day 86. It’s not like you can’t do this job without scissors, but man I miss mine!
:iagree:
Post by: Nix on April 26, 2022, 07:06:01 PM
My rhubarb is a bit more advanced this year - there is an M61 hiding in there! The winter here has been very mild, and my rhubarb is much larger than I’ve ever seen it in April - still got three batches left in the freezer from last year’s bumper harvest!
:like: Time for pie! :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on April 26, 2022, 07:36:33 PM
Day 86
Fixed a loose door nob and my morale :salute:
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Post by: comis on April 26, 2022, 08:14:46 PM
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Posting a little late, it's been a pretty long day filled with meetings. A cup of tea surely lift the spirit up.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 26, 2022, 10:34:23 PM
New phone! Hopefully this will also help me get over the line for the Read On! mission...
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 26, 2022, 10:37:44 PM
Thank you for the history! And condolences for the loss of your Great Uncle. My grandfather died during the war. He was a soldier but died of cancer, an odd quirk of fate. I never knew him, but his absence made a big impact on the family.
Thanks Nix. And the same to you, that's a hell of a way to go when serving during a war.
Such loses make current events all the more sorrowful and lamentable.
I couldn't agree more.
Post by: Nix on April 27, 2022, 12:52:20 AM
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Post by: an0nemus on April 27, 2022, 12:58:44 AM
With Samuel Gomper
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Post by: an0nemus on April 27, 2022, 01:01:50 AM
At the National Portrait Gallery
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Post by: Farmer X on April 27, 2022, 02:47:54 AM
Just enjoying a beautifull SAK.:tu:
Deburring mini Cannon wheels.The awl is more than up to that task!
At the National Portrait Gallery.:like:
Day 86
A task I for which I much prefer a serrated blade of scissors: cutting up old T-shirts. This particular piece will be used to wrap up my occasionally carried 61OT.
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Post by: zoidberg on April 27, 2022, 04:27:05 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on April 27, 2022, 05:11:47 AM
Can opener to the action!
Only five days to the end! Time flies!
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Post by: Echotech on April 27, 2022, 05:33:53 AM
Day 85: Hanging out at the workshop.Very cool AL :like:
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 27, 2022, 07:11:38 AM
My powerbank arrived.
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 27, 2022, 07:34:33 AM
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 27, 2022, 12:23:20 PM
Day 87 (D+86)
The awlsome awl made short work of the gooey tape without any mess or bother when opening up a parcel this morning - I really do appreciate the alox awl, though like Myron I have been missing SAK scissors!
Post by: SubMY on April 27, 2022, 05:48:48 PM
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Another day closer to going home.
Post by: Myron on April 27, 2022, 05:52:24 PM
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 27, 2022, 08:19:15 PM
i needed to slice up some paper
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i decided to audit my posts,naturally there are issues,i did Day 59 twice,and,for some reason,jumped from 66 to 69.
if allowed,ill take up the slack at the end of the challenge
Post by: comis on April 27, 2022, 09:03:50 PM
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Changing batteries for the motion sensing night light, I wish I could find a version where the light would stay on for a minute, instead of 30 seconds.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 27, 2022, 09:11:34 PM
A varied dinner.
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Post by: McStitchy on April 27, 2022, 09:48:23 PM
Day 87
:drink:
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Post by: Appleandrew on April 27, 2022, 10:05:25 PM
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Day 87
Exciting new toy…. Well a display for working at home…..
Post by: RF52 on April 27, 2022, 10:05:52 PM
Day 87. Any bourbon fans? We are touring Barton 1792 today.Sweet! :like: :cheers:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 27, 2022, 11:50:14 PM
Day 87. Any bourbon fans? We are touring Barton 1792 today.
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Post by: Nix on April 28, 2022, 01:12:24 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 28, 2022, 01:17:35 AM
A little yard work today, which involved a bit of cutting stuff......Slicing cable ties and the like is where the 08 does come into it’s own IMO :tu:
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Post by: Farmer X on April 28, 2022, 02:22:24 AM
Day 87
Liberated a new furnace air filter and a new carabiner. The awl and the blade worked equally well on the plastic ties holding the latter.
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Post by: Echotech on April 28, 2022, 02:55:07 AM
Great work, y'awl!They’re good those nite-ize bottle opener carabiners, not giving too much away but was one of the things I put in the giveaway down under box :tu:
Day 87
Liberated a new furnace air filter and a new carabiner. The awl and the blade worked equally well on the plastic ties holding the latter.
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Post by: ReamerPunch on April 28, 2022, 03:21:05 AM
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Post by: an0nemus on April 28, 2022, 05:06:15 AM
With a soldier, sailor, airman and a Marine
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Post by: RF52 on April 28, 2022, 07:33:15 AM
Day 88Cool Predators :like:
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Post by: zoidberg on April 28, 2022, 11:45:59 AM
Post by: kkokkolis on April 28, 2022, 12:27:57 PM
A question for users of the 111mm soldier. Do you sharpen the tip to make it penetrative?
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 28, 2022, 01:19:30 PM
Day 88
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 28, 2022, 01:20:15 PM
Post by: RF52 on April 28, 2022, 01:34:34 PM
Playing electrician again :tu:
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Post by: Echotech on April 28, 2022, 01:43:00 PM
Cool pic Echotech!Thanks Barry :tu: :cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on April 28, 2022, 01:52:51 PM
DAY 88:
How's the bike? :ahhh
...anyways, hope it heals quickly Zoid :salute:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 28, 2022, 01:53:18 PM
Day 88 (D+87)
Food prep time, some onions and garlic finely diced for a curry this evening - even a rare ray of sunshine on what has been an otherwise overcast day here.
Post by: comis on April 28, 2022, 03:36:25 PM
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Using the unofficial prybar to help change the battery on this caliper. I do recommend this particular one for knife enthusiasts, especially if you want to get reading from a blade and not want to scratch the surface.
Post by: comis on April 28, 2022, 03:37:54 PM
D+86Nice! :drool:
A varied dinner.
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Day 88Looks like the solider is getting some fine company. :D
Post by: comis on April 28, 2022, 03:41:55 PM
Day 88Cool capture! :tu:
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D +87Neat shot! :cheers:
With a soldier, sailor, airman and a Marine
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DAY 88:That's a costly shot, did it happen on a bike? Hope it will heal soon!
Day 88:I was going to yell 'cut the red wire', but seeing so many at the background I better keep my mouth shut... :D
Playing electrician again :tu:
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Post by: SubMY on April 28, 2022, 04:44:37 PM
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Only two more days! :ahhh
Post by: Nix on April 28, 2022, 06:14:28 PM
DAY 88:
OUCH!
Post by: Nix on April 28, 2022, 06:14:55 PM
@comis Actually this time I did cut the red wire :rofl:
:rofl:
Post by: Nix on April 28, 2022, 06:15:50 PM
How's the bike? :ahhh
Awl-ways asking the important questions. :rofl:
Post by: Nix on April 28, 2022, 06:47:01 PM
I did the randomized list option and used the random number generator at random.org to select our random winner:
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Congratulations, Rizzo (and Fitzroy Maclean)! Well done! :clap:
Again, I'll wait to ship prizes until the challenge is completed. Thanks in advance for your patience! :tu:
Post by: SubMY on April 28, 2022, 07:15:01 PM
I'll be honest I'm not the biggest fan of the victorinox can opener. But it'll do in a pinch.
Post by: McStitchy on April 28, 2022, 07:49:11 PM
D+87
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Only two more days! :ahhh
:woohoo:
Post by: McStitchy on April 28, 2022, 07:50:20 PM
The BIO! challenge ended yesterday. I think I got everyone's entry.
I did the randomized list option and used the random number generator at random.org to select our random winner:
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Congratulations, Rizzo (and Fitzroy Maclean)! Well done! :clap:
Again, I'll wait to ship prizes until the challenge is completed. Thanks in advance for your patience! :tu:
Congratulations Rizzi
:drink:
:drink:
Post by: McStitchy on April 28, 2022, 08:03:10 PM
Awl-ways asking the important questions. :rofl:
:dunno:
Post by: McStitchy on April 28, 2022, 08:08:28 PM
Day 88
Been on a walk, no use came up...
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 28, 2022, 09:32:05 PM
The BIO! challenge ended yesterday. I think I got everyone's entry.
I did the randomized list option and used the random number generator at random.org to select our random winner:
(https://i.imgur.com/gFYPFF4.jpg)
Congratulations, Rizzo (and Fitzroy Maclean)! Well done! :clap:
Again, I'll wait to ship prizes until the challenge is completed. Thanks in advance for your patience! :tu:
Wow! Many thanks indeed, Nix!
Day 88
Been on a walk, no use came up...
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Nice views, McStitchy! Sadly I was stuck at the computer keyboard today apart from a brief bit of food prep. Still, the curry I had for dinner hit the spot!
@comis Actually this time I did cut the red wire :rofl:
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Excellent! :rofl:
Post by: RF52 on April 28, 2022, 09:42:32 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on April 28, 2022, 10:00:41 PM
Nice views, McStitchy! Sadly I was stuck at the computer keyboard today apart from a brief bit of food prep. Still, the curry I had for dinner hit the spot!
I had to start late today so took the chance :hatsoff:
Curry sounds great :drool:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 28, 2022, 10:07:32 PM
Congrats @Rizio Il Ghiro :salute:
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Cheers, RF52 :cheers:
I had to start late today so took the chance :hatsoff:
Curry sounds great :drool:
Jalfrezi was just the job! :cheers:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 28, 2022, 11:24:28 PM
Day 88
sliced up some flannel rags
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 28, 2022, 11:37:24 PM
D+87
Package opening.
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Post by: zoidberg on April 29, 2022, 12:46:38 AM
Been out mountain biking? @zoidberg
How's the bike? :ahhh
...anyways, hope it heals quickly Zoid :salute:
That's a costly shot, did it happen on a bike? Hope it will heal soon!
Not from mountain biking, I wear pads when riding.
Fell down climbing when the rock I was on broke off. :facepalm:
The elbow is sore but it could have been much worst.
Post by: Nix on April 29, 2022, 01:39:19 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 29, 2022, 02:00:55 AM
Liberated a ham today. I'm pretty sure I cleaned the blade before hand........:drool: that looks to be a very nice piece of ham
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Post by: Echotech on April 29, 2022, 02:01:59 AM
Cool capture! :tu:
Thanks comis :tu:
Congratulations Rizio :like:
:cheers:
Post by: Farmer X on April 29, 2022, 02:10:00 AM
Day 88:like:
With a soldier, sailor, airman and a MarineI wore the U.S. Navy dress whites 20 years ago. :tu:
DAY 88:Ouch! But as you said later on, it could have been much worse.
Day 88I need to get me a bench vise. Would make SAK scale swaps much easier.
Been on a walk, no use came up...But you did get some great photo opportunities! :tu:
And congratulations to Rizio on his win! I hate to think what Nix's Bill at the Post Office will be...
Day 23
No use today, so hanging out with a couple of friends; one from New York and the other from Pennsylvania.
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Post by: Echotech on April 29, 2022, 02:53:22 AM
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Day 23
No use today, so hanging out with a couple of friends; one from New York and the other from Pennsylvania.
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Thanks FX :cheers:
Nice trio you have there :like:
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 29, 2022, 03:30:40 AM
Two more predators and FixIt Sticks. :like:
Post by: Echotech on April 29, 2022, 04:11:17 AM
Thanks to @cnlson I’ve got the last two LM Juices I was after, KF4 and Pro :like:
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Post by: an0nemus on April 29, 2022, 06:03:05 AM
The BIO! challenge ended yesterday. I think I got everyone's entry.Congrats, Rizzo!
I did the randomized list option and used the random number generator at random.org to select our random winner:
(https://i.imgur.com/gFYPFF4.jpg)
Congratulations, Rizzo (and Fitzroy Maclean)! Well done! :clap:
Again, I'll wait to ship prizes until the challenge is completed. Thanks in advance for your patience! :tu:
Post by: an0nemus on April 29, 2022, 06:06:47 AM
Neat shot! :cheers:
Thanks!
Post by: an0nemus on April 29, 2022, 06:08:09 AM
:like:
I wore the U.S. Navy dress whites 20 years ago. :tu:
Thanks for your service!
Post by: an0nemus on April 29, 2022, 06:11:24 AM
Admiring the Empire State Building
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Post by: RF52 on April 29, 2022, 06:19:49 AM
Not from mountain biking, I wear pads when riding.Speedy recovery zoid :tu:
Fell down climbing when the rock I was on broke off. :facepalm:
The elbow is sore but it could have been much worst.
Sounds like a scary experience
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Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 07:24:13 AM
Not from mountain biking, I wear pads when riding.
Fell down climbing when the rock I was on broke off. :facepalm:
The elbow is sore but it could have been much worst.
:o ...please be careful :hatsoff:
Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 07:27:45 AM
Liberated a ham today. I'm pretty sure I cleaned the blade before hand........
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...is what every boy scout lies about 90% of the time :pok:
Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 07:31:16 AM
But you did get some great photo opportunities! :tu:
Day 23
No use today, so hanging out with a couple of friends; one from New York and the other from Pennsylvania.
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:cheers: ...lovely little Camillus and Case :like:
Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 07:33:27 AM
Day 89
Thanks to @cnlson I’ve got the last two LM Juices I was after, KF4 and Pro :like:
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Nice haul Echo :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 07:35:53 AM
Day 87: Only a few days left! Glam shot for today. Not much use. Tomorrow will be a different story!
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Nice tool box :like:
Post by: Echotech on April 29, 2022, 07:41:44 AM
Nice haul Echo :2tu:Thanks McS :tu: :cheers:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 29, 2022, 07:57:45 AM
Day 87: Only a few days left! Glam shot for today. Not much use. Tomorrow will be a different story!
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nice storage/display solution Al :tu:
Post by: zoidberg on April 29, 2022, 09:12:21 AM
Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 10:42:03 AM
DAY 89:
That's beautiful :dd:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 29, 2022, 11:05:45 AM
Day 89 (D+88)
Back on post duty, not junk for a change!
Post by: an0nemus on April 29, 2022, 03:02:11 PM
I've watched a lot of movie scenes taken inside this NY iconic place
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Post by: SubMY on April 29, 2022, 03:50:40 PM
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Well I finally got an extremely delayed easter package :mail:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 29, 2022, 04:16:35 PM
That's beautiful :dd:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 29, 2022, 04:27:31 PM
Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 04:37:44 PM
D+88
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Well I finally got an extremely delayed easter package :mail:
Happy Easter :2tu:
Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 04:40:17 PM
Day 89: another vanity pic. This was a long but very fun challenge...thanks for hosting it Nix! :cheers:. Overall, the 108mm GAK is a good carry. It packs a ton of uses into 3 layers with a great non slip grip. I've always wanted to try it for an EDC and now I have. I don't believe it's going into the rotation, though. It packs Philips screwdriver capability, a non issue for most military used, especially for the timeframe in which it served. The combo tool at the end of the saw is a great design for keeping the knife thin, but doesn't work well in practice. I think having the saw guard would help, but it's still unwieldy. The knife and other tools are pure Vic excellence. For a camping knife or hiker, it seems like a good choice. It's light and easy to carry. Mine was definitely abused in its previous life, so I know it's a hardy one. Thanks for a great time everyone!
Good writeup and :iagree: on the 108 Soldier with you :salute:
Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 04:43:54 PM
Day 89
Used the 'ol Soldier's knife blade to improve a brioche roll with peanut butter & nutella :salute:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 29, 2022, 05:14:42 PM
Good writeup and :iagree: on the 108 Soldier with you :salute:
Post by: comis on April 29, 2022, 05:42:52 PM
@comis Actually this time I did cut the red wire :rofl::rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
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The BIO! challenge ended yesterday. I think I got everyone's entry.Congrats to Rizio!! :tu:
I did the randomized list option and used the random number generator at random.org to select our random winner:
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Congratulations, Rizzo (and Fitzroy Maclean)! Well done! :clap:
Again, I'll wait to ship prizes until the challenge is completed. Thanks in advance for your patience! :tu:
That looks like it's straight from Alice in Wonderland! :dd:Day 88
Been on a walk, no use came up...
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Post by: comis on April 29, 2022, 05:56:35 PM
Not from mountain biking, I wear pads when riding.:tu:
Fell down climbing when the rock I was on broke off. :facepalm:
The elbow is sore but it could have been much worst.
Day 89Are we building an army here? What's the mission? :pok:
Two more predators and FixIt Sticks. :like:
D +88That shot brought back a lot of memories, perfect place to chill with a coffee. :like:
Admiring the Empire State Building
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Btw, since we are on this challenge and if time allows, I would also recommend to visit the Intrepid in downtown Manhattan. This is one of my favorite photo I took from the museum many years ago when I visited, "Fury":
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Post by: RF52 on April 29, 2022, 05:59:00 PM
Beer and pizza :cheers:
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Post by: comis on April 29, 2022, 06:02:35 PM
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This thing is way, way, way too salty and sour, it surely does wake me up! :rofl:
Post by: comis on April 29, 2022, 06:03:38 PM
Day 89: another vanity pic. This was a long but very fun challenge...thanks for hosting it Nix! :cheers:. Overall, the 108mm GAK is a good carry. It packs a ton of uses into 3 layers with a great non slip grip. I've always wanted to try it for an EDC and now I have. I don't believe it's going into the rotation, though. It packs Philips screwdriver capability, a non issue for most military used, especially for the timeframe in which it served. The combo tool at the end of the saw is a great design for keeping the knife thin, but doesn't work well in practice. I think having the saw guard would help, but it's still unwieldy. The knife and other tools are pure Vic excellence. For a camping knife or hiker, it seems like a good choice. It's light and easy to carry. Mine was definitely abused in its previous life, so I know it's a hardy one. Thanks for a great time everyone!
Great wrap, Barry! :cheers:
Post by: RF52 on April 29, 2022, 06:10:02 PM
Day 87Love seasalt and vinegar chips :drool:
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This thing is way, way, way too salty and sour, it surely does wake me up! :rofl:
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 29, 2022, 06:37:25 PM
trying to sort out the bead blast feed.
the hoses were clear,looks like i have to empty it
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 29, 2022, 06:45:23 PM
Great wrap, Barry! :cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 07:04:30 PM
That looks like it's straight from Alice in Wonderland! :dd:
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Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 07:05:51 PM
Day 89:
Beer and pizza :cheers:
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Pinapple and ham again :like:
Post by: McStitchy on April 29, 2022, 07:06:21 PM
Day 87
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This thing is way, way, way too salty and sour, it surely does wake me up! :rofl:
:rofl: :tu:
Post by: Appleandrew on April 29, 2022, 07:19:56 PM
Another beer anyone?
Post by: Appleandrew on April 29, 2022, 07:23:15 PM
I seem to have missed day 88 so here’s an irrelevant picture of SAK with calculator.
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 29, 2022, 07:26:44 PM
One day left? Really?! :ahhh
Working hard. Or at least, trying to give that impression... :whistle:
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Post by: RF52 on April 29, 2022, 07:54:49 PM
Pinapple and ham again :like:Yes sir :salute:
And it's my daughters favourite :tu:
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 29, 2022, 09:00:14 PM
i opened a pomegranate
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Post by: Nix on April 29, 2022, 11:51:39 PM
...is what every boy scout lies about 90% of the time :pok:
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Post by: Nix on April 29, 2022, 11:54:05 PM
Used the 'ol Soldier's knife blade to improve a brioche roll with peanut butter & nutella :salute:
Funny coincidence: just yesterday I noticed we had some left over rolls....and nutella...well....when the stars align....... :rofl:
Post by: Nix on April 29, 2022, 11:55:27 PM
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The main blade and awl got used to open a few packages/containers today.....
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Post by: Nix on April 29, 2022, 11:56:03 PM
Post by: McStitchy on April 30, 2022, 01:41:38 AM
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:rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on April 30, 2022, 01:56:51 AM
Funny coincidence: just yesterday I noticed we had some left over rolls....and nutella...well....when the stars align....... :rofl:
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Post by: Barry Rowland on April 30, 2022, 01:57:28 AM
Post by: McStitchy on April 30, 2022, 01:59:30 AM
I love mustard....but not safety seals....
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The main blade and awl got used to open a few packages/containers today.....
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Nice awl action :like:
Post by: Nix on April 30, 2022, 02:07:25 AM
Nice awl action :like:
I really prefer the in-line awl, but for the duration of this challenge the 2008's backside awl has been quite awl-right. :tu:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 30, 2022, 02:48:03 AM
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 30, 2022, 03:03:44 AM
This was fun. Certainly an interesting journey. I wish I had time to participate in a Mission or two, but this was quite a busy period for me. I even broke my toe. Did we have any medics for this?
It was fun seeing all the different soldiers and the fun missions. I hope to do more in a future 90 day challenge.
Post by: Farmer X on April 30, 2022, 04:30:09 AM
Thanks for your service!You betcha! :cheers:
DAY 89:You certainly have found some spectacular scenery throughout the challenge! :hatsoff:
Mine was definitely abused in its previous life, so I know it's a hardy one.They can take just about whatever one throws at them. Excellent write-up!
i opened a pomegranatePomegranate is a favorite of mine! :drool:
It was fun seeing all the different soldiers and the fun missions. I hope to do more in a future 90 day challenge.I don't know if I'd be up for another 90-day challenge, but I agree that the missions and different Soldiers were terrific. Awl the participants really made this a great challenge!
Day 89
I thought the penultimate day would be another no-use day...until I realized that the bread portion of dinner needed to be sliced.
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on April 30, 2022, 04:48:37 AM
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Post by: Echotech on April 30, 2022, 06:54:24 AM
Great challenge, really enjoyable, thanks everyone and thank you Nix for the opportunity and the fun sub challenges :tu: :salute:
The 08 was great as I thought it would be. Having said that it’ll be nice to have a PE blade and scissors again
My two BYSAKs
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Post by: an0nemus on April 30, 2022, 08:10:49 AM
That shot brought back a lot of memories, perfect place to chill with a coffee. :like:
Btw, since we are on this challenge and if time allows, I would also recommend to visit the Intrepid in downtown Manhattan. This is one of my favorite photo I took from the museum many years ago when I visited, "Fury":
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Just arrived back in Maryland after two days and a night in New York/Jersey. Such a whirlwind trying to hit the tourist spots. We barely scratched the surface of these places! Hopefully in my next visit
Post by: RF52 on April 30, 2022, 08:14:17 AM
Used the backside phillips to thighten the lock om my daughters purse :tu:
Challenge summary:
Interesting challenge and the 90 days went alot faster than I thought when I signed up :tu:
Backside phillips works very well for toy related screws.
The awl is just as good as other Vic awls. Bottle and can opener works very good, even though the bottle opener felt a smidge large when opening bottles :think:
The saw works great :tu:
My most used tool was the blade and it does a good job cutting stuff, just needs a sharp and pointy tip.
Overall it works awesome as a EDC tool :like:
Thanks everyone for making this such a fun challenge :hatsoff:
And a big :salute: to @Nix for hosting and the challenge missions!
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Post by: an0nemus on April 30, 2022, 08:15:56 AM
Visited Ellis and Liberty Islands but wasn't able to bring my Soldier. But I think this pic is a great way to officially end my contribution. The Soldier on top of a WTC steel beam taken from the 9/11 destruction.
Indeed, a country that is home of the brave and land of the free!
Thanks, Nix, to my Challenge mates and MTO!
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 30, 2022, 09:36:27 AM
Read On!
I've just this morning finished reading the Anzio book. It was a very interesting read and gave a very human angle to the whole thing from both sides of the battle. And it really makes you question, despite the eventual capture of Rome, whether it was all really worth it in the end.
The sinking of my Great Uncle's ship was mentioned in a paragraph or so. Which was actually quite difficult to read. Maybe one day we'll realise as a human race that war is ultimately a pointless waste of life.
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Post by: zoidberg on April 30, 2022, 11:05:40 AM
That's beautiful :dd:
Lovely view, Zoidberg!
:iagree:
You certainly have found some spectacular scenery throughout the challenge! :hatsoff:
:cheers:
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 30, 2022, 11:34:14 AM
Day 90 (D+89)
Time to open up some fresh coffee beans (defrosted overnight) for an interesting fruity brew - I normally go for chocolatey flavours for my cappuccinos, but this made for a pleasant change - I’ll have to have as an espresso later to get the full flavours. Main blade used to cut open the pouch (steadfastly ignoring the easy rip top as is the SAK way!) and cut out the label - I must say I’ll be looking forward to carrying a Pioneer X in the future for those fab Vic scissors! Mind you, I have really appreciated the chunkier bottle opener with wire stripper on the soldier and my next pioneer x mod will have to have one…. It has been a worry carrying a red scaled M61 from ‘63, but it has survived the challenge with flying colours. Many thanks indeed to Nix for hosting this challenge and keeping morale high with on the fly in-challenge challenges to keep us on our toes and sharing likes and stories (and such generosity with prizes too!) - this really has been a mammoth challenge of challenges! :salute: And a massive thanks goes to Comis for the amazing badge - there’s a spot on my fridge ready and waiting! :hatsoff:
Post by: zoidberg on April 30, 2022, 11:41:25 AM
Post by: McStitchy on April 30, 2022, 12:16:01 PM
I really prefer the in-line awl, but for the duration of this challenge the 2008's backside awl has been quite awl-right. :tu:
I think they could have designed a new awl, or new backside tools, for the 2008 Soldier/ 111mm models, instead of re-using the 91mm ones.
That's one thing I'm a little disappointed about with the 111mm models.
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 30, 2022, 12:30:06 PM
Post by: comis on April 30, 2022, 01:21:01 PM
Day 88
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SI attended another package duty, finally I remember to use the awl for a change. :facepalm: :D
Post by: Echotech on April 30, 2022, 01:29:38 PM
I've gone ahead and awarded the badges. If I missed anyone out please holler. :cheers:Thanks Zoidberg :tu: :cheers:
Post by: RF52 on April 30, 2022, 01:29:48 PM
And great design @comis :cheers:
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Post by: comis on April 30, 2022, 01:50:41 PM
Just in case you've missed the previous announcement, we will be giving out free fridge magnet to everyone whom have completed this challenge.
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If you have gotten a free magnet from me in the past, or have already sent me your address via pm, worry not, the magnet will be sent to you once they are made. If you'd like one, please kindly send me your shipping address and I will mail it out to you when they are done. :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on April 30, 2022, 02:22:10 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 30, 2022, 03:00:41 PM
Hi, all!
Just in case you've missed the previous announcement, we will be giving out free fridge magnet to everyone whom have completed this challenge.
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If you have gotten a free magnet from me in the past, or have already sent me your address via pm, worry not, the magnet will be sent to you once they are made. If you'd like one, please kindly send me your shipping address and I will mail it out to you when they are done. :cheers:
Post by: Barry Rowland on April 30, 2022, 03:02:11 PM
Thanks again for a great time everyone and for hosting this challenge Nix. Comis, thank you for doing up a magnet for us!
Post by: SubMY on April 30, 2022, 03:11:29 PM
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Well this has been fun, thanks for helping entertain me while away from my family. I think if I wasn't such a knifeaholic I could definitely get away with only carrying this. And it'll probably permanently have a place in my back pocket while in uniform now. I found I didn't actually miss my leatherman all that much. And it was actually nice not having a pouch on my belt.
Post by: ReamerPunch on April 30, 2022, 04:10:56 PM
Post by: Appleandrew on April 30, 2022, 05:14:09 PM
Final day!!! This has been a great challenge. Thanks to Nix for the challenge and Zoidberg for the awarding the badges.
Now to air a bottle of wine for later!
Post by: Myron on April 30, 2022, 05:42:03 PM
My observations from this challenge:
1) scissors!
2) 90 days is too long, but I’m glad I did it!
Had a blast with you guys, and really enjoyed seeing where everybody was and what we all get up to with these Soldier SAKs.
Thanks for hosting Nix!
Myron
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on April 30, 2022, 06:28:56 PM
I spot a Myron strap! Time for a beer to mark the end of this challenge!
Post by: McStitchy on April 30, 2022, 08:00:03 PM
Day 90
I don't know about you guys but for me from day 40 on I really wanted to pick up something different than the Soldier. From day 70 on I was so used to it that I didn't mind to carry on.
I didn't miss scissors very much but some light pliers, a wood saw or some proper screw drivers sometimes.
From a minimalistic point of view I find the 93mm Alox Soldier/Pioneer a very good package that is easy to carry and keeps going. And it has one of the best awls of all times.
Many thanks to Nix for the idea of this epic 90 day challenge (a first on MTO) and for pulling us through it with awl the special missions!
And special thanks to Comis for another awesome Challenge Magnet to come :ahhh
You guys are awesome !!
Here are my final pics on day 90...
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I've used the knife blade to cut off a nylon label from a kitchen towel as it doesn't help at drying the dishes...
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Finally, as the end of the 90th day approaches, the knife blade received a little sharpening (second time over the challenge) before the Soldier is getting stored away for a while...
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:salute:
Post by: Myron on April 30, 2022, 08:02:28 PM
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Post by: McStitchy on April 30, 2022, 08:04:43 PM
Nice pic, McStitchy! Makes me miss Ireland. Hopefully 2023 will see us there again. :)
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Shoot me a PM then if you like :salute:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 30, 2022, 09:01:25 PM
congrats guys,it was a great campaign :salute:
this was a long but interesting challenge.
i really like the Alox,i missed a scissors in the mix,but picked up the slack where and how i could.
in Jan,i was about to get an 08 Soldier,but missed out,i quite like the 111's,and plan on getting an 08,and a Hercules,and a few others :D
Nix,can i make up the 2 days i missed?
glamor pic with the Ambassador :D
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Post by: McStitchy on April 30, 2022, 09:01:57 PM
I've gone ahead and awarded the badges. If I missed anyone out please holler. :cheers:
Oh... just realized it... thank you Sir :salute:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 30, 2022, 09:09:06 PM
I've gone ahead and awarded the badges. If I missed anyone out please holler. :cheers:
thank you Sir,but i missed a couple days,i'd like to make up for
:salute:
Post by: McStitchy on April 30, 2022, 09:10:29 PM
Day 90! Off to a wedding today and then hitting the road for home tomorrow.
My observations from this challenge:
1) scissors!
2) 90 days is too long, but I’m glad I did it!
Had a blast with you guys, and really enjoyed seeing where everybody was and what we all get up to with these Soldier SAKs.
Thanks for hosting Nix!
Myron
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:rofl: same here :cheers:
Love the looks of your Omega still :dd:
Have fun at the wedding !
Post by: Nix on April 30, 2022, 10:02:10 PM
Bonus 120th piccy. Time for a walk Rocko?
:like: Rocko seems to say, "yes".
Post by: Nix on April 30, 2022, 10:04:07 PM
I've gone ahead and awarded the badges. If I missed anyone out please holler. :cheers:
That's awl-some! Thank you! :hatsoff:
Post by: Nix on April 30, 2022, 10:13:16 PM
Nix,can i make up the 2 days i missed?
:tu: Carry on..... :D
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on April 30, 2022, 10:33:59 PM
:tu: Carry on..... :D
thank you Sir :salute:
Post by: Nix on April 30, 2022, 10:34:58 PM
Congratulations to awl who went the distance! :hatsoff:
We started of with 21 volunteers, and finished with 16--not bad! :tu:
I had a good time with this challenge and have to extend a warm thank you to awl who participated and made it fun. :hatsoff: :clap:
There are still a few things to wrap up. HARM will finish the Chows On! challenge in a few days, and then I'll start getting prizes packed up and sent off.
I thought I was keeping track of the Read On! challenge finishers, by I seem to have lost my list..... :facepalm:
I think MichaelGT83, HARM, and SubMY (and I) completed the Read On!. If you finished the ReadOn!, please post up that you so did (and remind me which book you read.).
I know a bunch of participants signed up for the challenge, but I have lost track of who completed. Sorry.... :-\
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Post by: Farmer X on April 30, 2022, 10:50:17 PM
The Pioneer got top, or near top, billing in a new video uploaded to my crappy YouTube channel:
https://youtu.be/rcB37j0CE54
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What are my thoughts on the Pioneer? It's an excellent little pocket rider. Of course, the blade and opener tools are spot-on. Even better is the awlsome awl neatly tucked behind the blade. It is a compact and robust package with much utility value. I know some folks don't care for the key ring attachment lug, which I mentioned in the video. The only other things that could improve this two-layer wonder are more widely available colors and a combo tool (a la the Bantam). I really enjoyed carrying it and would happily do so again.
Would I do another 90-day challenge? More than likely, no. If my other multis were animate, capable of expressing feelings, they'd likely have felt ignored a little too long.
Many thanks to Nix for hosting the challenge, and awl the participants who made it a real blast!
Post by: Nix on April 30, 2022, 11:06:29 PM
I agree with RF52 that the challenge went by a bit faster than I expected. And, I surprised to find that I'm not eager to swap out for a new knife.
The 2008 Soldier served well, although I didn't really push it very hard or need it for demanding tasks. Nevertheless, it worked when I needed a pocket knife and was easy to cary. Awl-in-awl, an excellent EDC! :tu:
Pro's:
-- easy to carry. Over the 90 span, the larger 111mm size was never a problem.
-- good tool size. I liked the longer blade and the beefy cap lifter/driver
-- decent tool set. OK, no scissors, but for a basic pocket knife it packs a lot of functionality for it's size. (I used awl the tool except for the saw. Which is odd, because it really like having a saw.)
-- can opener. I used the can opener a good bit. The Vic opener on a 111mm handle felt like a turbo opener to me. I think SubMY found the Vic open to be marginal, but I love this configuration.
Con's:
-- I did not like the serrated blade. It worked, but I don't prefer the faltering, sawing, feel when using it. The shape was fine. The OHO feature was nice. But the serrations....not my thing.
-- back side awl. The in-line awl is just better, easier to access, easier to use with greater dexterity. The awl was one of my most used tools and I really would have preferred an in-line version.
-- locking cap lifter. I like the big cap lifter, but I found that I didn't prefer the locking option. Perhaps if I had used the cap lifter in a more aggressive manner, I might have valued the lock. I used to think the locking feature was more benefit than hassle, but over time I found myself forgetting the lock, then using the cap lifter, and feeling a bit tripped up when I realized that, yes, I had to unlock it. Perhaps with more use, unlocking the cap lifte rmight become second nature (like unlocking the blade was).
-- no scissors. OK, fine scissors, that could break or lose their springs, don't make sense in a Soldier's knife, but I still missed my scissors. I could see carrying this Soldier if I paired it with a Classic or Ambassador. (When I was active duty I often paired a Farmer with a Classic.)
I will say that the 90-day format gave me a nice chance to use and evaluate the '08. I could see carrying this knife for EDC or little adventures on a regular basis. And, I'm in no rush to swap it out for a new knife..... :tu:
Post by: Nix on April 30, 2022, 11:08:16 PM
Would I do another 90-day challenge? More than likely, no. If my other multis were animate, capable of expressing feelings, they'd likely have felt ignored a little too long.
:rofl:
Post by: Farmer X on April 30, 2022, 11:12:17 PM
OK, fine scissors, that could break or lose their springs, don't make sense in a Soldier's knife, but I still missed my scissors.Good point about the broken or lost spring. Makes sense that they wouldn't be included on a soldier's knife. Maybe soldier's just have access to a dedicated pair that don't have such worries? Though I must say, I didn't miss the scissors terribly.
And a thanks to Zoidberg for awarding me the badge before I could get my Day 90 post up! :cheers:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on April 30, 2022, 11:23:09 PM
D+89
Opening a quick snack as it's too late to make anything proper after just eating bits all day...
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I've also just noticed I'd already been awarded the badge. Much appreciated!
Post by: Gareth on April 30, 2022, 11:41:14 PM
Post by: Fireman on May 01, 2022, 12:26:25 AM
Post by: Echotech on May 01, 2022, 01:31:22 AM
I'm going to do a proper wrap up tomorrow, as I'm home later than planned, but well done awl, we finally made it!
D+89
Opening a quick snack as it's too late to make anything proper after just eating bits all day...
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I've also just noticed I'd already been awarded the badge. Much appreciated!
Good choice on the Red Leicester Mini Chedders mate. :tu:
Red Leicester mini cheddars :ahhh
Don’t remember seeing those when I was last in Blighty, coming over in July, going right to the top of must buy list, RL is my fave cheese :drool:
Post by: GearedForwards on May 01, 2022, 01:43:18 AM
And to those that used an 08 soldier and didn't like the edge, there is a better way... :salute:
(https://i.ibb.co/w7P7Gdq/download-20210309-041840.jpg)
Post by: Swisster on May 01, 2022, 01:50:32 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 01, 2022, 03:14:25 AM
Coffee!
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 01, 2022, 03:16:16 AM
Tightening one "IKEA a like" furniture.
The beefier caplifter is very nice(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220501/0b23d0be9d59db6047777d9584ad0428.jpg)
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 01, 2022, 03:18:19 AM
Aquarium maintenance. The main blade helped to cut the small hose for the CO2 line. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220501/25b4eafaa0bf28d976987aab8049cc14.jpg)
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Post by: Barry Rowland on May 01, 2022, 03:21:16 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 01, 2022, 03:27:34 AM
Finished this book. It took more time than usual (at least for me. I used to be a bookworm).
I enjoyed this one. And very happy!
It was a gift from my brother, and it was in my bookshelf taking dust, and I was waiting for excuse to read It.
But with two kids, and a heavy workload... Time to read a book (not work related) was a kind of luxury.
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Read On:
In English Rommel, the Desert Fox
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rommel:_The_Desert_Fox
The book was writen my Brigadier Desmond Young, a Australian born British officer, who took part in the battles in North Africa during WW2, had fought against the Afrika Korps.
Later, after the war he decided to write a book about the man behind the Afrika Korps, Erwin Rommel.
Young interviewed the Rommel's widow and son, and members of his staff. And had contribuition of many Allied officers.
(The preface is from Field Marshall Auchinleck)
I found him very partial to Rommel, but I really enjoyed how he described the early years of Rommel and the fight in the North Africa.
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 01, 2022, 03:40:19 AM
First of all: Thank you very much Nix. You hosted another nice, funny and enjoyable challenge.
And thanks for you all who shared this 90 day journey (all or part of It).
This is a awesome group. Thank you all.
The idea of challenges inside the challenge was really nice. I liked It very much. The 90 day passed in a blink of an eye.
The 93mm Soldier is a great knife. The tool selection is great, the knife is beautifull...
I missed the scissors on some ocasions, missed the combo tool in every can opened... But this was a really small issue, compared on how I liked the SI
Pictured, the SAK that I missed most.
The Ambassador. At first I believed that the Trail Guide would be the most missed.
But I caught myself thinking in the Ambassador in many ocasions. More than my other SAKs.
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Post by: ALtheSciencePal on May 01, 2022, 03:41:41 AM
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Post by: Nix on May 01, 2022, 04:17:29 AM
And to those that used an 08 soldier and didn't like the edge, there is a better way... :salute:
D'nae tempt me, man........... :rofl:
Post by: Nix on May 01, 2022, 04:18:30 AM
Got this in the mail yesterday from Blade Center Pioneer X is soldier-ish isn’t it ? $44.99 is a decent price and I like black SAK’s the best of all colored Alox. This is carrying like my Compact in size.
The PX is an outstanding SAK! :cheers:
Post by: GearedForwards on May 01, 2022, 04:26:41 AM
D'nae tempt me, man........... :rofl:
Easy to sharpen, smooth cutting, and an excuse to spend some time sharpening a knife with a hot mug of something.
Am I really the one tempting you here, or is it common sense? :whistle:
Post by: comis on May 01, 2022, 06:45:29 AM
:hatsoff:Day 90
I don't know about you guys but for me from day 40 on I really wanted to pick up something different than the Soldier. From day 70 on I was so used to it that I didn't mind to carry on.
I didn't miss scissors very much but some light pliers, a wood saw or some proper screw drivers sometimes.
From a minimalistic point of view I find the 93mm Alox Soldier/Pioneer a very good package that is easy to carry and keeps going. And it has one of the best awls of all times.
Many thanks to Nix for the idea of this epic 90 day challenge (a first on MTO) and for pulling us through it with awl the special missions!
And special thanks to Comis for another awesome Challenge Magnet to come :ahhh
You guys are awesome !!
Here are my final pics on day 90...
(https://i.imgur.com/QbUFcg2.jpg)
I've used the knife blade to cut off a nylon label from a kitchen towel as it doesn't help at drying the dishes...
(https://i.imgur.com/C0rKQ7e.jpg)
Finally, as the end of the 90th day approaches, the knife blade received a little sharpening (second time over the challenge) before the Soldier is getting stored away for a while...
(https://i.imgur.com/AVdetsr.jpg):salute:
Day 90!That's a good video :like:, and I too do hope Vic would bring out more colors in the 93mm line, just like what they did with the 58mm.
The Pioneer got top, or near top, billing in a new video uploaded to my crappy YouTube channel:
https://youtu.be/rcB37j0CE54
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What are my thoughts on the Pioneer? It's an excellent little pocket rider. Of course, the blade and opener tools are spot-on. Even better is the awlsome awl neatly tucked behind the blade. It is a compact and robust package with much utility value. I know some folks don't care for the key ring attachment lug, which I mentioned in the video. The only other things that could improve this two-layer wonder are more widely available colors and a combo tool (a la the Bantam). I really enjoyed carrying it and would happily do so again.
Would I do another 90-day challenge? More than likely, no. If my other multis were animate, capable of expressing feelings, they'd likely have felt ignored a little too long.
Many thanks to Nix for hosting the challenge, and awl the participants who made it a real blast!
You'd probably know this already--they used to do 'exclusive' runs with retailers without the distributors' logos, but prices went way up and eventually Vic decided to only do pure colored alox by themselves, and all other 'exclusive' will bear the retailers' names. I think from a collector's prospective, it maybe better this way since it is easier to distinguish Victorinox original offerings vs retailers' runs.
Post by: comis on May 01, 2022, 07:10:06 AM
Challenge wrap-up:That's a great wrap.
I agree with RF52 that the challenge went by a bit faster than I expected. And, I surprised to find that I'm not eager to swap out for a new knife.
The 2008 Soldier served well, although I didn't really push it very hard or need it for demanding tasks. Nevertheless, it worked when I needed a pocket knife and was easy to cary. Awl-in-awl, an excellent EDC! :tu:
Pro's:
-- easy to carry. Over the 90 span, the larger 111mm size was never a problem.
-- good tool size. I liked the longer blade and the beefy cap lifter/driver
-- decent tool set. OK, no scissors, but for a basic pocket knife it packs a lot of functionality for it's size. (I used awl the tool except for the saw. Which is odd, because it really like having a saw.)
-- can opener. I used the can opener a good bit. The Vic opener on a 111mm handle felt like a turbo opener to me. I think SubMY found the Vic open to be marginal, but I love this configuration.
Con's:
-- I did not like the serrated blade. It worked, but I don't prefer the faltering, sawing, feel when using it. The shape was fine. The OHO feature was nice. But the serrations....not my thing.
-- back side awl. The in-line awl is just better, easier to access, easier to use with greater dexterity. The awl was one of my most used tools and I really would have preferred an in-line version.
-- locking cap lifter. I like the big cap lifter, but I found that I didn't prefer the locking option. Perhaps if I had used the cap lifter in a more aggressive manner, I might have valued the lock. I used to think the locking feature was more benefit than hassle, but over time I found myself forgetting the lock, then using the cap lifter, and feeling a bit tripped up when I realized that, yes, I had to unlock it. Perhaps with more use, unlocking the cap lifte rmight become second nature (like unlocking the blade was).
-- no scissors. OK, fine scissors, that could break or lose their springs, don't make sense in a Soldier's knife, but I still missed my scissors. I could see carrying this Soldier if I paired it with a Classic or Ambassador. (When I was active duty I often paired a Farmer with a Classic.)
I will say that the 90-day format gave me a nice chance to use and evaluate the '08. I could see carrying this knife for EDC or little adventures on a regular basis. And, I'm in no rush to swap it out for a new knife..... :tu:
From a knife enthusiast's point of view, I too do prefer the PE over the SE. But I do appreciate Vic putting the serration up at the tip instead of close to the ricasso, at least it won't interfere with more powerful cuts.
Scissors spring is a good point, but how about the Wenger scissors? They are structured like a shear, more than a scissors, and I think they will actually be a great feature on a soldier knife.
I'm going to do a proper wrap up tomorrow, as I'm home later than planned, but well done awl, we finally made it!I remembered started on 31 Jan, but still haven't figured out where I must have mixed up my post count. I will probably be last to finish. :D
D+89
Opening a quick snack as it's too late to make anything proper after just eating bits all day...
(https://i.imgur.com/EY2BNHC.jpg)
I've also just noticed I'd already been awarded the badge. Much appreciated!
Post by: Farmer X on May 01, 2022, 07:25:26 AM
That's a good video :like:Thanks! I more often than not browse MTo on my phone, which doesn't show signatures. Therefore, it slipped my mind that you have a YouTube channel as well. I'll be sure to check it out!
Looking forward to receiving the magnet as well. You sure are a great artist!
Post by: comis on May 01, 2022, 08:59:20 AM
Got this in the mail yesterday from Blade Center Pioneer X is soldier-ish isn’t it ? $44.99 is a decent price and I like black SAK’s the best of all colored Alox. This is carrying like my Compact in size.I remembered adding scissors to a 93mm has always been a grail for many SAK modders back in the days, needless to say, it was great to finally see it incorporated into the 93mm line. Enjoy the tool! :climber:
Congratulations to all of you that made it to the end of this absolute monster of a challenge!That's a nice mod! :tu:
And to those that used an 08 soldier and didn't like the edge, there is a better way... :salute:
(https://i.ibb.co/w7P7Gdq/download-20210309-041840.jpg)
Post by: comis on May 01, 2022, 09:01:03 AM
Thanks! I more often than not browse MTo on my phone, which doesn't show signatures. Therefore, it slipped my mind that you have a YouTube channel as well. I'll be sure to check it out!I have been pretty lazy about the social media stuff, it'd be cool to pick it up again sometime. :D
Looking forward to receiving the magnet as well. You sure are a great artist!
Post by: Gareth on May 01, 2022, 10:59:37 AM
Red Leicester mini cheddars :ahhh
Don’t remember seeing those when I was last in Blighty, coming over in July, going right to the top of must buy list, RL is my fave cheese :drool:
They did a few alternative flavours a while back and the Red Leicester was one that seems to have stuck around. Even then you have to do a bit of shopping around to find them. They did a Strathdon Blue as well which I loved. :drool:
Post by: Echotech on May 01, 2022, 12:10:50 PM
They did a few alternative flavours a while back and the Red Leicester was one that seems to have stuck around. Even then you have to do a bit of shopping around to find them. They did a Strathdon Blue as well which I loved. :drool:Sounds delicious Gareth but what I’m really hanging out for is Quavers, the king of cheesy snacks :drool:
Post by: comis on May 01, 2022, 12:16:53 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/PcYmqU7.jpg)
My Wenger SI posting next to a 1962 model 61'.
I gonna write up wrap up today, and save tomorrow for a celebrative post:
First off, many thanks to Nix for hosting this special 90 days challenge, and many of us whom have soldiered on till the end of the challenge, this is certainly a fine company to do a challenge with! :cheers:
Growing up, I had the privilege of owning and using a 91mm Swisschamp, so when I first started collecting SAKs about a decade ago, I wasn't all that interested in 93mm/Soldier line of Vic products. I had really get accustomed to the 91mm format, and found the 93mm springs unnecessarily stiff, the chassis bulky and heavy.
But over the years, my knife hobby/interest expand into the realm of US traditional patterns. Slowly and surely, I start to develop a taste for various slip joint patterns, so much so I started to see the 93mm/Soldier line in a different light.
The 1961 Soldier model indeed is unique in its own right, almost a gateway between modern day 91mm and the war harden robust 1921 models. From an enthusiast's prospective, It is interesting to see how each new model of SAK Soldiers had evolved with each generation of new users. I could imagine if I were to serve in military after 2008, I'd probably feel more akin to the lockable blade and tool sets on 2008 than the 1961 models. Having said that, 111mm OH Trekker being one of my all time favorites for outdoor use, I'd probably feel like I am cheating a little if I were to choose the 111mm Soldier knife for this challenge. Instead, I have chosen the Wenger SI, which I had never really get the chance to use.
One interesting observation I had living with the Wenger SI--if the regular 91mm pull strength is 5, then I would probably rate a 93mm model 1961 Solder around 6-6.5. But what strikes me as interesting is the closing, Wenger SI does have a slightly little softer closing(more like a 5.5-6) than it's relative model 61s. And in terms of individual tool implement(the openers), the size is basically the same as regular alox soldier, but the thickness is a happy medium between regular Alox models and 91mm. On SAKwiki, it was mentioned the Wenger SI may have a different blade profile, but personally, I cannot notice any, and even it does differ, it is no where near the difference between the openers and spring strength.
To sum up, I am just glad to have chosen the Wenger SI and tried my best to give it a good spin, and I probably would have chosen the same if I were given the chance again. :D
Post by: Echotech on May 01, 2022, 12:25:28 PM
Day 89Always good to hear your thoughts comis, I’m going to have to check the different pull strength on mine :think:
(https://i.imgur.com/PcYmqU7.jpg)
My Wenger SI posting next to a 1962 model 61'.
I gonna write up wrap up today, and save tomorrow for a celebrative post:
First off, many thanks to Nix for hosting this special 90 days challenge, and many of us whom have soldiered on till the end of the challenge, this is certainly a fine company to do a challenge with! :cheers:
Growing up, I had the privilege of owning and using a 91mm Swisschamp, so when I first started collecting SAKs about a decade ago, I wasn't all that interested in 93mm/Soldier line of Vic products. I had really get accustomed to the 91mm format, and found the 93mm springs unnecessarily stiff, the chassis bulky and heavy.
But over the years, my knife hobby/interest expand into the realm of US traditional patterns. Slowly and surely, I start to develop a taste for various slip joint patterns, so much so I started to see the 93mm/Soldier line in a different light.
The 1961 Soldier model indeed is unique in its own right, almost a gateway between modern day 91mm and the war harden robust 1921 models. From an enthusiast's prospective, It is interesting to see how each new model of SAK Soldiers had evolved with each generation of new users. I could imagine if I were to serve in military after 2008, I'd probably feel more akin to the lockable blade and tool sets on 2008 than the 1961 models. Having said that, 111mm OH Trekker being one of my all time favorites for outdoor use, I'd probably feel like I am cheating a little if I were to choose the 111mm Soldier knife for this challenge. Instead, I have chosen the Wenger SI, which I had never really get the chance to use.
One interesting observation I had living with the Wenger SI--if the regular 91mm pull strength is 5, then I would probably rate a 93mm model 1961 Solder around 6-6.5. But what strikes me as interesting is the closing, Wenger SI does have a slightly little softer closing(more like a 5.5-6) than it's relative model 61s. And in terms of individual tool implement(the openers), the size is basically the same as regular alox soldier, but the thickness is a happy medium between regular Alox models and 91mm. On SAKwiki, it was mentioned the Wenger SI may have a different blade profile, but personally, I cannot notice any, and even it does differ, it is no where near the difference between the openers and spring strength.
To sum up, I am just glad to have chosen the Wenger SI and tried my best to give it a good spin, and I probably would have chosen the same if I were given the chance again. :D
Always good to see a 1962 mod 61 being both rather rare and also my BYSAK, I was lucky enough to get one from Tet a couple of years ago :cheers:
Post by: Echotech on May 01, 2022, 12:43:44 PM
I nearly went for it but really wanted to use the 08. It was a great choice but I’d probably go the GAK if I was to do it again
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Post by: MichaelGT83 on May 01, 2022, 01:05:05 PM
Good choice on the Red Leicester Mini Chedders mate. :tu:
Cheers, they have definitely become my Mini Cheddar flavour of choice. :tu:
Red Leicester mini cheddars :ahhh
Don’t remember seeing those when I was last in Blighty, coming over in July, going right to the top of must buy list, RL is my fave cheese :drool:
As Gareth said, they are relatively new. Morrisons are a good place to find them.
They did a Strathdon Blue as well which I loved. :drool:
I didn't know about them, though. :ahhh
I remembered started on 31 Jan, but still haven't figured out where I must have mixed up my post count. I will probably be last to finish. :D
It doesn't matter when, as long as you get over the line! I'm looking forward to that magnet, though. Top job, as always! :D
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 01, 2022, 03:14:52 PM
Post by: SubMY on May 01, 2022, 04:34:10 PM
Post by: Farmer X on May 01, 2022, 05:42:19 PM
My Wenger SI posting next to a 1962 model 61'.A wonderful duo!
I could go on about the knives and tools I used when I was in the service, but that's probably best suited for another thread or PMs.
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 01, 2022, 06:11:44 PM
Post by: Nix on May 01, 2022, 09:01:45 PM
To sum up, I am just glad to have chosen the Wenger SI and tried my best to give it a good spin, and I probably would have chosen the same if I were given the chance again. :D
A solid choice! :tu:
Post by: Nix on May 01, 2022, 09:03:09 PM
Today was the first day carrying something else, about halfway through the day I grabbed it to tighten a screw and without thinking about it slipped the pioneer back in my pocket. :whistle:
:like:
Post by: Nix on May 01, 2022, 09:12:13 PM
I nearly went for it but really wanted to use the 08. It was a great choice but I’d probably go the GAK if I was to do it again
:iagree:
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I'm really glad I used the 2008 over the course of this challenge. But. If it were to be my one knife: a PE OHO Trekker or GAK.
And GF has me thinking....... :dwts:
Post by: GearedForwards on May 01, 2022, 09:16:07 PM
:iagree:
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I'm really glad I used the 2008 over the course of this challenge. But. If it were to be my one knife: a PE OHO Trekker or GAK.
And GF has me thinking....... :dwts:
Echo has provided a viable alternative, if you're too scared to correct the deformity yourself you can always track down a PE GAK :dunno:
Post by: Nix on May 01, 2022, 09:21:04 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/qwOntFe.jpg)
Just slipped the '08 into my pocket this morning without thinking..... :rofl:
Post by: RF52 on May 01, 2022, 09:21:20 PM
Congratulations to all of you that made it to the end of this absolute monster of a challenge!Nice job :hatsoff:
And to those that used an 08 soldier and didn't like the edge, there is a better way... :salute:
(https://i.ibb.co/w7P7Gdq/download-20210309-041840.jpg)
Did you keep the chisel edge or did you bevel it on the other side as well?
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Post by: GearedForwards on May 01, 2022, 09:26:26 PM
Nice job :hatsoff:
Did you keep the chisel edge or did you bevel it on the other side as well?
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Thank you :hatsoff:
I beveled it on the other side too, don't see the point of chisel grinds personally :dunno:
There's still come scalloping on one of the bevels form the serrations, but the edge is sharp and cuts smoothly. It was a heavily used beater I got second hand so I had no hesitations about the surgery, now it actually gets used :tu:
Post by: RF52 on May 01, 2022, 09:31:31 PM
Thank you :hatsoff:Sweet :like:
I beveled it on the other side too, don't see the point of chisel grinds personally :dunno:
There's still come scalloping on one of the bevels form the serrations, but the edge is sharp and cuts smoothly. It was a heavily used beater I got second hand so I had no hesitations about the surgery, now it actually gets used :tu:
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Post by: Nix on May 01, 2022, 10:12:22 PM
So...you might say the process has started.... :rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on May 01, 2022, 10:49:58 PM
New habits die hard?
(https://i.imgur.com/qwOntFe.jpg)
Just slipped the '08 into my pocket this morning without thinking..... :rofl:
Your programming has succeeded :whistle:
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 01, 2022, 10:54:42 PM
Post by: Nix on May 01, 2022, 11:03:11 PM
Post by: ALtheSciencePal on May 02, 2022, 03:54:38 AM
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Post by: Nix on May 02, 2022, 04:00:46 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 02, 2022, 05:07:33 AM
Post by: McStitchy on May 02, 2022, 08:30:37 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on May 02, 2022, 09:08:40 AM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on May 02, 2022, 02:06:45 PM
i suffered a freak accident yesterday,fracturing my jaw and breaking some teeth,i cannot use my entire MRE.
i had surgery this morning to mend my jaw. i'm fortunate that i still breathing.
out of necissity,all i can eat right now are the Lemon Creams,dipped in tea,so i don't have to chew [i'm not being "hardcore",that's really all i can stomach or eat now].
i had planned on prepping my stuff on a camping stove but will have to scrap that idea.
i had to skip breakfast,supper will be the same as lunch.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52045160200_46a1ed5540.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Uh)20220502_134004 (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Uh) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
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Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on May 02, 2022, 02:18:48 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on May 02, 2022, 03:07:32 PM
Post by: McStitchy on May 02, 2022, 03:37:46 PM
It seems you're keeping the right spirit though :tu:
Best wishes for a quick recovery :salute:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on May 02, 2022, 04:45:57 PM
i signed up for the full tour and certainly intend to see it through :D
besides,this is therapeutic
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on May 02, 2022, 05:09:22 PM
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i can't use anything else from my kit since i can barely swallow.
best i could do for chow day. ::)
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Post by: Nix on May 02, 2022, 05:24:26 PM
Really sorry to hear about your injury. That sounds miserable...and frightening.
I do hope you'll recover quickly. I expect it'll be a few weeks before you're close to back to normal (not that you were every really 'normal'... :rofl: ). Stay positive! Rest and recover. :tu:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on May 02, 2022, 05:29:58 PM
Damn, HARM! :ahhh
Really sorry to hear about your injury. That sounds miserable...and frightening.
I do hope you'll recover quickly. I expect it'll be a few weeks before you're close to back to normal (not that you were every really 'normal'... :rofl: ). Stay positive! Rest and recover. :tu:
thanks Nix.
yeah i seem to be un-normal :whistle:
buddies want to call me terminator since i got metal in me now,and i walked into and out of the ER :D
the doc didn't me to pimp the ti for some reason :D
Post by: Nix on May 02, 2022, 05:39:38 PM
thanks Nix.
yeah i seem to be un-normal :whistle:
buddies want to call me terminator since i got metal in me now,and i walked into and out of the ER :D
the doc didn't me to pimp the ti for some reason :D
Rats. I'd want the Ti!
Post by: Nix on May 02, 2022, 05:51:55 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/PmGgjl1.jpg)
:clap: Congratulations, zoidberg! :clap:
zoidberg, your second win; clearly the force it with you!
Post by: Nix on May 02, 2022, 05:54:55 PM
However, we do have a winner!
(https://i.imgur.com/nksyZwl.jpg)
:clap: Congratulations, MichaelGT83! :clap:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on May 02, 2022, 06:02:02 PM
Post by: McStitchy on May 02, 2022, 06:02:58 PM
Congrats Zoid and Michael
:woohoo:
:woohoo:
Post by: Nix on May 02, 2022, 06:22:14 PM
Post by: Nix on May 02, 2022, 06:25:50 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/cyuFHna.png)
Using the random number generator at random.org, I picked a random winner...after fixing a cup of tea....
(https://i.imgur.com/NrsOrYg.png)
:clap: Congratlations, Barry! :clap:
Post by: Nix on May 02, 2022, 06:30:14 PM
MichaelGT83
Rizio II Ghiro
Echotech
Thanks, guys! :tu:
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on May 02, 2022, 07:08:57 PM
OK, we had a good turn out for the Chow's On! challenge...hey, everyone has to eat.... and now we have a winner:
(https://i.imgur.com/PmGgjl1.jpg)
:clap: Congratulations, zoidberg! :clap:
zoidberg, your second win; clearly the force it with you!
congrats Z.
and thank you Nix,for including my submission.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on May 02, 2022, 07:10:15 PM
Now....to wrap up the challenge with the GAW of a 2008 Solider...I tossed every mission participant into a giant list and randomized the list.....
(https://i.imgur.com/cyuFHna.png)
Using the random number generator at random.org, I picked a random winner...after fixing a cup of tea....
(https://i.imgur.com/NrsOrYg.png)
:clap: Congratlations, Barry! :clap:
congrats B.
very cool
Post by: comis on May 02, 2022, 07:33:11 PM
Always good to hear your thoughts comis, I’m going to have to check the different pull strength on mine :think:Getting a BYSAK from a fellow member makes it altogether even more special! The GAK is a good suggestion, and I really never understand why on earth would they phrase out the plain edge OH Trekker, it was such a great tool.
Always good to see a 1962 mod 61 being both rather rare and also my BYSAK, I was lucky enough to get one from Tet a couple of years ago :cheers:
:cheers:
Cheers, they have definitely become my Mini Cheddar flavour of choice. :tu:
As Gareth said, they are relatively new. Morrisons are a good place to find them.
I didn't know about them, though. :ahhh
It doesn't matter when, as long as you get over the line! I'm looking forward to that magnet, though. Top job, as always! :D
Post by: Nix on May 02, 2022, 07:38:52 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/2J4JdQt.jpg)
To paraphrase Crocodile Dundee, "Now that's a SAK!" :D
Post by: comis on May 02, 2022, 07:40:32 PM
day 67 [my make up day] and chow dayWow, that's serious, definitely take it easy and get better soon! Worry not about the stove, even showing up here is a win! :tu: :cheers:
i suffered a freak accident yesterday,fracturing my jaw and breaking some teeth,i cannot use my entire MRE.
i had surgery this morning to mend my jaw. i'm fortunate that i still breathing.
out of necissity,all i can eat right now are the Lemon Creams,dipped in tea,so i don't have to chew [i'm not being "hardcore",that's really all i can stomach or eat now].
i had planned on prepping my stuff on a camping stove but will have to scrap that idea.
i had to skip breakfast,supper will be the same as lunch.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52045160200_46a1ed5540.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Uh)20220502_134004 (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Uh) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52045160085_7465fa5c4e.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Si)20220502_134036 (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Si) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: comis on May 02, 2022, 07:41:22 PM
The '08 got replaced today with the chunkier stag-scaled Outrider.....No kidding! That's gonna one of the prettiest outrider I have seen! :o :dd:
(https://i.imgur.com/2J4JdQt.jpg)
To paraphrase Crocodile Dundee, "Now that's a SAK!" :D
Post by: comis on May 02, 2022, 07:43:38 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/Lxm1jlY.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/UnaFtYe.jpg)
Thanks once again to our great host Nix for this wonderful challenge, I wrote up a warp yesterday, so let's celebrate it today! :D
Post by: MichaelGT83 on May 02, 2022, 07:54:29 PM
day 67 [my make up day] and chow day
i suffered a freak accident yesterday,fracturing my jaw and breaking some teeth,i cannot use my entire MRE.
i had surgery this morning to mend my jaw. i'm fortunate that i still breathing.
out of necissity,all i can eat right now are the Lemon Creams,dipped in tea,so i don't have to chew [i'm not being "hardcore",that's really all i can stomach or eat now].
i had planned on prepping my stuff on a camping stove but will have to scrap that idea.
i had to skip breakfast,supper will be the same as lunch.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52045160200_46a1ed5540.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Uh)20220502_134004 (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Uh) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52045160085_7465fa5c4e.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Si)20220502_134036 (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Si) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Eek. Glad you're up and about and carrying on!
Post by: McStitchy on May 02, 2022, 08:01:24 PM
The '08 got replaced today with the chunkier stag-scaled Outrider.....
(https://i.imgur.com/2J4JdQt.jpg)
To paraphrase Crocodile Dundee, "Now that's a SAK!" :D
(https://i.imgur.com/ztV7K3E.gif)
Post by: McStitchy on May 02, 2022, 08:02:12 PM
Now....to wrap up the challenge with the GAW of a 2008 Solider...I tossed every mission participant into a giant list and randomized the list.....
(https://i.imgur.com/cyuFHna.png)
Using the random number generator at random.org, I picked a random winner...after fixing a cup of tea....
(https://i.imgur.com/NrsOrYg.png)
:clap: Congratlations, Barry! :clap:
Congrats Barry :drink:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on May 02, 2022, 08:05:15 PM
The Read On! challenge seemed to be the least popular challenge....I think you guys need to be reading more! :twak:
However, we do have a winner!
(https://i.imgur.com/nksyZwl.jpg)
:clap: Congratulations, MichaelGT83! :clap:
Well, blimey. Reading does you wonders. :D Cheers, Nix. Congrats to the other winners as well. :cheers:
I have shipping address for some of the prize winners, but I still need shipping addresses for:
MichaelGT83
Rizio II Ghiro
Echotech
Thanks, guys! :tu:
Message incoming shortly. :tu:
Post by: Nix on May 02, 2022, 08:10:10 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 02, 2022, 08:53:24 PM
Get well soon HARM! Hope you heal well and fast
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Post by: GearedForwards on May 02, 2022, 09:00:16 PM
And congrats to all of those winners!
Thank you to Nix for being such a generous human being and wonderful asset to the forum :hatsoff:
Post by: Farmer X on May 02, 2022, 09:13:17 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on May 02, 2022, 10:18:59 PM
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Post by: Echotech on May 03, 2022, 04:03:13 AM
:iagree:
(https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.psdstamps.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F11%2F100-percent-stamp-png-768x512.png&f=1&nofb=1)
I'm really glad I used the 2008 over the course of this challenge. But. If it were to be my one knife: a PE OHO Trekker or GAK.
And GF has me thinking....... :dwts:
:tu: :tu: :salute:
Echo has provided a viable alternative, if you're too scared to correct the deformity yourself you can always track down a PE GAK :dunno:
:rofl:
New habits die hard?
(https://i.imgur.com/qwOntFe.jpg)
Just slipped the '08 into my pocket this morning without thinking..... :rofl:
:like: :climber:
Post by: Echotech on May 03, 2022, 04:04:56 AM
day 67 [my make up day] and chow day
i suffered a freak accident yesterday,fracturing my jaw and breaking some teeth,i cannot use my entire MRE.
i had surgery this morning to mend my jaw. i'm fortunate that i still breathing.
out of necissity,all i can eat right now are the Lemon Creams,dipped in tea,so i don't have to chew [i'm not being "hardcore",that's really all i can stomach or eat now].
i had planned on prepping my stuff on a camping stove but will have to scrap that idea.
i had to skip breakfast,supper will be the same as lunch.
:ahhh Poor you Humayd, that sounds really nasty, wishing you a quick recovery mate
Post by: Echotech on May 03, 2022, 04:07:18 AM
OK, we had a good turn out for the Chow's On! challenge...hey, everyone has to eat.... and now we have a winner:
(https://i.imgur.com/PmGgjl1.jpg)
:clap: Congratulations, zoidberg! :clap:
zoidberg, your second win; clearly the force it with you!
The Read On! challenge seemed to be the least popular challenge....I think you guys need to be reading more! :twak:
However, we do have a winner!
(https://i.imgur.com/nksyZwl.jpg)
:clap: Congratulations, MichaelGT83! :clap:
Now....to wrap up the challenge with the GAW of a 2008 Solider...I tossed every mission participant into a giant list and randomized the list.....
(https://i.imgur.com/cyuFHna.png)
Using the random number generator at random.org, I picked a random winner...after fixing a cup of tea....
(https://i.imgur.com/NrsOrYg.png)
:clap: Congratlations, Barry! :clap:
Congratulations guys :like: :woohoo:
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on May 03, 2022, 09:06:49 AM
Post by: RF52 on May 03, 2022, 02:29:06 PM
day 67 [my make up day] and chow dayWow
i suffered a freak accident yesterday,fracturing my jaw and breaking some teeth,i cannot use my entire MRE.
i had surgery this morning to mend my jaw. i'm fortunate that i still breathing.
out of necissity,all i can eat right now are the Lemon Creams,dipped in tea,so i don't have to chew [i'm not being "hardcore",that's really all i can stomach or eat now].
i had planned on prepping my stuff on a camping stove but will have to scrap that idea.
i had to skip breakfast,supper will be the same as lunch.
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52045160200_46a1ed5540.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Uh)20220502_134004 (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Uh) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52045160085_7465fa5c4e.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Si)20220502_134036 (https://flic.kr/p/2ni43Si) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Hope you are not in too much pain and wish you a speedy recovery! Sent fra min M2002J9G via Tapatalk
Post by: RF52 on May 03, 2022, 02:33:03 PM
That Outrider sure is pretty @Nix :drool:
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on May 03, 2022, 02:58:12 PM
Wow
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thank you.
i have a variety of meds,so the pain is being managed.
Day 68
for my final day,my Locksmith came out to play.
i'm really digging the 111's [my other is an Alpineer],but i'm hesitant to carry and use the Locksmith [because it's a slightly older model].
is there a model with the same toolset plus a scissors? that would be my ideal 111 edc.
the Pioneer toolset worked fine,i doubled up with my Climber where i needed a scissors,and Surge or ST300 for a pliers.
great challenge,i didn't feel the Pioneer needed a replacement since i'm into the Alox models but i prefer the Farmer and Farmer X [i'm a sucker for multiple layers].
Nix,that Outrider ROCKS!
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52047263051_77852dea9c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nieQ1k)20220503_140140 (https://flic.kr/p/2nieQ1k) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
Post by: Nix on May 03, 2022, 02:59:35 PM
That Outrider sure is pretty @Nix :drool:
It was put to good use in the garden yesterday. Scissors, blade, and...finally had a use for the saw..... :rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on May 03, 2022, 05:43:26 PM
Post by: RF52 on May 03, 2022, 08:58:01 PM
It was put to good use in the garden yesterday. Scissors, blade, and...finally had a use for the saw..... :rofl:So 90 days of challenge and you couldn't find anything to saw :pok:
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Post by: RF52 on May 03, 2022, 09:00:55 PM
thank you.I could be wrong but the only other 111 with the metal file would be the Workchamp and Workchamp XL, but then you get atleast a couple inline phillips drivers and pliers.
i have a variety of meds,so the pain is being managed.
Day 68
for my final day,my Locksmith came out to play.
i'm really digging the 111's [my other is an Alpineer],but i'm hesitant to carry and use the Locksmith [because it's a slightly older model].
is there a model with the same toolset plus a scissors? that would be my ideal 111 edc.
the Pioneer toolset worked fine,i doubled up with my Climber where i needed a scissors,and Surge or ST300 for a pliers.
great challenge,i didn't feel the Pioneer needed a replacement since i'm into the Alox models but i prefer the Farmer and Farmer X [i'm a sucker for multiple layers].
Nix,that Outrider ROCKS!
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52047263051_77852dea9c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2nieQ1k)20220503_140140 (https://flic.kr/p/2nieQ1k) by Humayd a r Mahomedy (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155956406@N06/), on Flickr
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Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on May 04, 2022, 08:46:59 AM
I could be wrong but the only other 111 with the metal file would be the Workchamp and Workchamp XL, but then you get atleast a couple inline phillips drivers and pliers.
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cool,thanks.
i was lookng at the Workchamp as well,may just start with that
Post by: RF52 on May 04, 2022, 09:49:11 AM
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Post by: Nix on May 04, 2022, 07:17:20 PM
So 90 days of challenge and you couldn't find anything to saw :pok:
:dunno: I really thought some sort of saw use would naturally arise......but it didn't. (I probably could have invented a reason.... :facepalm: )
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on May 04, 2022, 07:26:03 PM
:dunno: I really thought some sort of saw use would naturally arise......but it didn't. (I probably could have invented a reason.... :facepalm: )
happens that way at times
Post by: RF52 on May 04, 2022, 07:32:05 PM
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Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on May 04, 2022, 07:34:52 PM
The Soldier is really a nice SAK. I'm still grabbing It every morning(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220504/cdeca30dd3b9e41ce219a43f4115740e.jpg)
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Post by: SubMY on May 05, 2022, 01:43:38 PM
I don't have many options out here so it's easier to keep carrying this. :D
Post by: Nix on May 05, 2022, 05:42:31 PM
The SI still on duty.
The Soldier is really a nice SAK. I'm still grabbing It every morning(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220504/cdeca30dd3b9e41ce219a43f4115740e.jpg)
A simple SAK, but such a great tool kit to have in your pocket! :tu:
Post by: Nix on May 05, 2022, 05:43:39 PM
I don't have many options out here so it's easier to keep carrying this. :D
Soldier on! :salute:
(I forget, how long will you be where you are? If you even know.... :think:)
Post by: SubMY on May 05, 2022, 09:55:35 PM
Soldier on! :salute:
(I forget, how long will you be where you are? If you even know.... :think:)
Slow response, but only a couple months more...supposedly. :rofl:
Post by: MadPlumbarian on May 05, 2022, 10:20:01 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/cQrdjo0.jpeg)Nice, thank you for your services! :tu:
I don't have many options out here so it's easier to keep carrying this. :D
JR
Post by: Farmer X on May 06, 2022, 12:07:50 AM
Only a couple months more...supposedly.That's the thing about deployments: you never know how long you'll be gone when they commence. My first deployment was supposed to be from August 2003 until April of 2004, but it ended in March of 2004 instead.
Post by: SubMY on May 06, 2022, 09:52:24 AM
That's the thing about deployments: you never know how long you'll be gone when they commence. My first deployment was supposed to be from August 2003 until April of 2004, but it ended in March of 2004 instead.
Exactly, originally I was suppose to be home early April. As you can see that didn't happen. :rant:
But I'm at least lucky that with the wonders of modern technology I can video call my wife and daughter pretty much everyday.
Post by: Ron Who on May 22, 2022, 04:32:58 PM
Post by: McStitchy on May 22, 2022, 07:13:20 PM
Wait...what? Camo Jelly Beans ? :rofl:
...looking up that spork right now....
Post by: Nix on May 23, 2022, 02:12:25 AM
This came in yesterday. Thanks Nix! It was quite a surprise, as I didn´t finish the challenge I hadn´t expected anything.
:tu: :cheers:
Ron, you won the Boots on! challenge, so the prize was well deserved. :tu:
...looking up that spork right now....
The UCO has become one of my favorite sporks. :tu: And I like the little bungee to attach it to stuff...so it can awl-ways be found...in case of ice cream.....
(https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-5W5f_wkDf1Q%2FU6yKeuwq2cI%2FAAAAAAAAG_w%2FFwo4SwVa14o%2Fs1600%2FKeep.png&f=1&nofb=1)
Post by: Echotech on May 23, 2022, 02:57:14 AM
Post by: McStitchy on May 23, 2022, 07:21:06 AM
The UCO has become one of my favorite sporks. :tu: And I like the little bungee to attach it to stuff...so it can awl-ways be found...in case of ice cream.....
(https://external-content.duckduckgo.com/iu/?u=https%3A%2F%2F3.bp.blogspot.com%2F-5W5f_wkDf1Q%2FU6yKeuwq2cI%2FAAAAAAAAG_w%2FFwo4SwVa14o%2Fs1600%2FKeep.png&f=1&nofb=1)
:rofl: ...seems a bit tricky to find it over here :think:
Post by: GearedForwards on May 23, 2022, 07:53:48 AM
:rofl: ...seems a bit tricky to find it over here :think:
Not sure about Ireland, but readily available on Amazon UK and they might deliver?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/UCO-Unisexs-Utility-Spork-Silver/dp/B07M8K5VQ8
Post by: McStitchy on May 23, 2022, 10:18:08 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on May 25, 2022, 02:49:52 PM
Post by: Nix on May 25, 2022, 05:52:04 PM
Love those custom scales! :tu:
Post by: Myron on May 26, 2022, 01:15:22 AM
Post by: Echotech on May 26, 2022, 05:04:08 AM
Post by: Nix on May 26, 2022, 02:53:52 PM
Post by: McStitchy on May 26, 2022, 09:03:24 PM
Cheers to all the prize winners! :cheers:
:iagree: :like: :ahhh
Post by: McStitchy on May 26, 2022, 09:04:05 PM
By the bye....Barry told me he did get the package with the 2008 Soldier. I got the impression that the other goodies in the box didn't last very long....... :rofl:
He's hungry like a horse :dunno:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on May 27, 2022, 07:49:39 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/pfaZ1pt.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ffMVACf.jpg)
Cheers Nix, that cap's going to come in handy when the sun eventually comes out. :cheers:
Post by: McStitchy on May 27, 2022, 08:24:10 PM
:like: :like:
Post by: Nix on May 27, 2022, 11:57:13 PM
Post by: Brock O Lee on May 28, 2022, 02:30:47 AM
Oh well, next time!
Post by: Nix on May 28, 2022, 03:03:37 PM
Post by: McStitchy on May 28, 2022, 10:37:45 PM
Never occurred to me that the sun never shines there....... :facepalm:
:rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on May 28, 2022, 10:39:24 PM
Kicking myself for missing out on this challenge, as I almost always carry a Pioneer. :oops: :facepalm:
Oh well, next time!
You could try starting one yourself alternatively :dunno:
Post by: MichaelGT83 on May 29, 2022, 05:09:19 PM
Never occurred to me that the sun never shines there....... :facepalm:
I mean, it's not quite *never*, but still... :rofl:
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 01, 2022, 03:49:53 PM
Post by: Nix on June 01, 2022, 03:59:58 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 01, 2022, 05:51:56 PM
Post by: Nix on June 01, 2022, 09:12:06 PM
Echo -- Your prize parcel...just cleared LA, California on...June 1....which is....today. Which means it wasn't completely looted but isn't arriving anytime soon.
The travel itinerary for Echo's box is this: Nix's local post office where the nice man put it in the outbound parcel pile (May 11) to Denver, Colorado (May 13) to Los Angeles, California (May 17) to Carson, California (May 26) to Los Angeles, California (May 27). Yes, L.A. twice. Looks like it left L.A. today....but I'm not 100% positive......
Did I mention I used the cheapest shipping available....? :rofl:
Post by: McStitchy on June 01, 2022, 09:39:54 PM
May 11, 10am at Nix's local post office...
(https://i.imgur.com/TqanEF5.gif)
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 01, 2022, 09:52:18 PM
Post by: GearedForwards on June 01, 2022, 10:07:07 PM
Zoidberg -- Your prize parcel is in Auckland. Sorry, I thought I sent it to New Zealand. Not sure why there was a mix up. Once it gets back to me I'll try to send it to the correct address.
Echo -- Your prize parcel...just cleared LA, California on...June 1....which is....today. Which means it wasn't completely looted but isn't arriving anytime soon.
The travel itinerary for Echo's box is this: Nix's local post office where the nice man put it in the outbound parcel pile (May 11) to Denver, Colorado (May 13) to Los Angeles, California (May 17) to Carson, California (May 26) to Los Angeles, California (May 27). Yes, L.A. twice. Looks like it left L.A. today....but I'm not 100% positive......
Did I mention I used the cheapest shipping available....? :rofl:
Isn't Auckland in New Zealand? :think:
Post by: Nix on June 01, 2022, 10:08:51 PM
Isn't Auckland in New Zealand? :think:
Wha....? Did they annex it? When? (I'm terrible with current events..... :rofl: )
Post by: Nix on June 01, 2022, 10:10:01 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/TqanEF5.gif)
Actual CCTV shot. I'm not proud. :doh:
Post by: McStitchy on June 01, 2022, 10:30:42 PM
And it worked :pok:
Post by: GearedForwards on June 01, 2022, 11:15:00 PM
Wha....? Did they annex it? When? (I'm terrible with current events..... :rofl: )
Confusion reigns :ahhh
Post by: Nix on June 02, 2022, 12:19:24 AM
I don't know... you look kinda cool there :D
And it worked :pok:
Well...it will only have worked ...IF...the parcel gets delivered.....
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 02, 2022, 02:06:05 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on June 02, 2022, 02:19:54 AM
:rofl: Gents, as I'm certain Nix will agree, you have to experience the US Postal Service post pandemic :facepalm:I unfortunally can assure you that the US Postal Service is infinitelly better than the Brazilian Customs. Everything get stuck at least two months there...
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Post by: McStitchy on June 02, 2022, 02:41:53 AM
Well...it will only have worked ...IF...the parcel gets delivered.....
(https://i.imgur.com/tCOA5Ig.gif)
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 02, 2022, 01:26:33 PM
Post by: Echotech on June 02, 2022, 01:46:17 PM
Zoidberg -- Your prize parcel is in Auckland. Sorry, I thought I sent it to New Zealand. Not sure why there was a mix up. Once it gets back to me I'll try to send it to the correct address.
Echo -- Your prize parcel...just cleared LA, California on...June 1....which is....today. Which means it wasn't completely looted but isn't arriving anytime soon.
The travel itinerary for Echo's box is this: Nix's local post office where the nice man put it in the outbound parcel pile (May 11) to Denver, Colorado (May 13) to Los Angeles, California (May 17) to Carson, California (May 26) to Los Angeles, California (May 27). Yes, L.A. twice. Looks like it left L.A. today....but I'm not 100% positive......
Did I mention I used the cheapest shipping available....? :rofl:
:) Thanks Nix, sounds like it’ll be very well travelled by the time it gets here…..wait until it hits the Australian mail system, will probably go via Auckland too :rofl:
Post by: Nix on June 02, 2022, 07:35:55 PM
Post by: zoidberg on June 04, 2022, 11:59:49 PM
Not sure quite when it got here. I've spent the last seven days in bed with a migraine.
I'm not out of it just yet but should be over the worst.
Hoping to start eating today.
Thank you for all the goodies Nix!
:cheers:
:cheers:
Post by: Myron on June 05, 2022, 12:05:23 AM
Post by: Nix on June 05, 2022, 12:08:32 AM
My parcel arrived!
Not sure quite when it got here. I've spent the last seven days in bed with a migraine.
I'm not out of it just yet but should be over the worst.
Hoping to start eating today.
Thank you for all the goodies Nix!
:cheers:
:cheers:
Dang, zoidberg! Very sorry to hear about that migraine. It sounds like you're recovering; hope that is the case! :tu:
(Glad to know your box arrived!)
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 05, 2022, 12:16:44 AM
Post by: Rizio Il Ghiro on June 05, 2022, 08:00:37 AM
Post by: McStitchy on June 05, 2022, 10:44:14 AM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on June 05, 2022, 11:48:20 PM
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Post by: Farmer X on June 06, 2022, 02:09:44 AM
Post by: Echotech on June 08, 2022, 03:14:52 AM
The wet sand alox classic is an absolute beauty and the waffle was delicious. Will put the beans in my bag for an emergency snack
Thanks again mate, very generous :tu:
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Post by: Myron on June 08, 2022, 03:16:28 AM
Post by: Nix on June 08, 2022, 03:40:49 AM
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 08, 2022, 12:35:49 PM
Post by: McStitchy on June 08, 2022, 04:39:27 PM
Post by: Nix on June 09, 2022, 04:09:20 AM
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Post by: Barry Rowland on June 09, 2022, 01:35:20 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on June 09, 2022, 01:49:45 PM
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Post by: Echotech on June 09, 2022, 01:59:16 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 09, 2022, 02:02:13 PM
Post by: Nix on June 09, 2022, 02:23:27 PM
Post by: Barry Rowland on June 09, 2022, 04:42:17 PM
Post by: Nix on June 09, 2022, 05:13:36 PM
Post by: Nix on June 09, 2022, 05:14:40 PM
Post by: GearedForwards on June 09, 2022, 09:51:29 PM
Post by: Nix on June 09, 2022, 10:17:00 PM
pencils up your nose and underpants on your head in no time
We did that challenge already. Do a search on the "Fuzzbucket 30 challenge". :tu:
Post by: GearedForwards on June 09, 2022, 10:45:05 PM
We did that challenge already. Do a search on the "Fuzzbucket 30 challenge". :tu:
And this is why the Scots have so much land to themselves :facepalm:
At fear of having service SAKs turned on me, what's all the hoot'n'hollerin' about Jaffa cakes?
Post by: Nix on June 09, 2022, 10:46:12 PM
Post by: GearedForwards on June 09, 2022, 10:50:39 PM
Surely you've had a Jaffa cake?! :ahhh
Manager gave 'em to us at half time playing football instead of oranges, they were alright :dunno:
Post by: Nix on June 09, 2022, 10:53:52 PM
Second best biscuit ever! (And less messy than genuine oranges....)
Post by: Fuzzbucket on June 10, 2022, 12:26:44 AM
Post by: Myron on June 10, 2022, 02:16:23 PM
Probably. I really liked the mod 08 but if I did it again would switch to a 61 to mix it up a bit
I used a Pioneer, and if I had it to do again I'd use a Model 08! :D
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on June 11, 2022, 02:54:15 PM
So....would anyone do the Soldier On challenge again?
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I certainly would,and like Barry said,using a Trekker [or 08 Soldier].
sign me up now
:salute:
Post by: gustophersmob on August 21, 2022, 03:33:21 PM
I’ve been carrying a pioneer as EDC for almost 10 years now, never missed a day.
Ol’ Blackie from Oct 25, 2012 to Dec 25, 2018.
Berry from Dec 25, 2018 to date.
Post by: McStitchy on August 21, 2022, 03:41:34 PM
Post by: Farmer X on August 21, 2022, 11:28:49 PM
Post by: Hevy (CT-782) on August 22, 2022, 12:59:00 AM
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Post by: Nix on August 22, 2022, 02:05:48 AM
Ol’ Blackie from Oct 25, 2012 to Dec 25, 2018.
Berry from Dec 25, 2018 to date.
Sweet! :tu: