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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Aug 9, 2012 14:24:35 GMT -5
Thanks Jim! My daughter will love those.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Aug 7, 2012 13:53:06 GMT -5
Well, before I start a rant on how evil I think Monsanto is, I'll get back to the topic at hand. I agree, Bill. I was also raised on the notion of one clean shot. And unless you're defending against a teeming horde of zombies, I believe that a semi-auto is sufficient. (I shoot bolt action myself.) I'm not arguing that people in other countries engaged in civil wars might need assault rifles. In the non-combat U.S., however, citizens do not need them. Again, Mel, I'll point out that most of your arguments are about want, not need. You're willing to concede full autos (machine guns), rocket launchers, and tanks. Why not assault rifles? As an aside, most semi-auto assault rifles are rather easily converted to full auto, so if that's the case, what's the difference between that and a machine gun? Maybe a better analogy for elvis is fireworks. Most states do not allow explosive fireworks. I grew up in Iowa and we'd bring them from Missouri. I had a great time with them and had an occasional scare. Now I'm content with what is allowed in Iowa. Every summer someone gets seriously injured by high power fireworks, yet we're generally content with the less powerful stuff and leave the bigguns to the pros. Just for fun (and maybe to gain a little cred), here is my most recent target. It's an 8mm Mauser (Nazi vintage) that I haven't shot in 35 years and even then I shot it literally once. One shot and I had scope rash and 8 stitches. I just recently got the gun from my brother, took it to the range, and dialed in the scope. These are my last 5 of 25 at 50 yards standing: Does anybody know of a cheap source of reliable ammo for this gun? Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Aug 7, 2012 13:24:15 GMT -5
Helen your art absolutely beautiful. I don't know who got the better deal!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Aug 6, 2012 17:20:10 GMT -5
I agree with you on the point of defining what is "high cap". Like I said, I'm not out to ban all guns or mags. For the rest of your points, they don't substantiate _why_ citizens _need_ assault weapons or high cap mags. I've shot an AR15 and an AK47 (in fact, I shot them better than their owners did). I understand people want them. They don't need them. We also should talk about "cop killer" bullets. This happened about 5 miles from my house and Officer Mike Blood is still dealing with the consequences: www.policemag.com/channel/patrol/articles/2011/12/shots-fired-edina-minnesota-11-16-2000.aspxFYI: Edina is one of the wealthiest communities in the country, so while there is a lot of violence in the 'hoods, there's enough to go around. Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Aug 6, 2012 16:20:26 GMT -5
Joining this conversation a little late. I own 6 guns: 2 bolt action rifles, 2 pistols, and 2 shotguns, so I'm not somebody hell bent on shredding the 2nd Amendment. BUT, I defy anyone to come up with a reasoned argument why citizens _need_ assault weapons and high cap clips.
I know they're fun. I know the cat is already out of the bag. But, can we agree to do something to decrease the magnitude of the casualties when somebody goes nuts?
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Aug 6, 2012 16:12:46 GMT -5
I'd have to agree with you Roger!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Aug 6, 2012 16:07:09 GMT -5
Beautiful as always, Roger! I really like that 2nd one!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Aug 6, 2012 12:42:48 GMT -5
I think the exterior is cool! Why bother cutting any more?
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Aug 6, 2012 12:39:51 GMT -5
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 30, 2012 13:12:35 GMT -5
nice stuff!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 27, 2012 11:48:58 GMT -5
Around here it's Bald Eagles and Red Tailed Hawks that eat the rabbits and pets. My sister was watching rabbits in her back yard when a hawk came down and grabbed one without stopping. We have herons, too; watched one fishing yesterday.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 25, 2012 12:06:41 GMT -5
I would be very surprised if Stillwell closed to hounding. They practically give the rock away. In fact, they still advertise it on their web site: stillwellstore.com/There's a lot of ground to cover, but you can find a lot of good material (but no plume that I've found, anyway). Lots of moss, pet wood, and flint. They also have these weird things that look like agate biscuits, but if you cut them open you'll find that it chalcedony that has formed around another rock. I brought home 100 lbs. from Stillwell this year. Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 20, 2012 10:54:50 GMT -5
In order with hardest first: 1. Texas Palm Bog 2. Flint Ridge 3. Brazilian Agate
The messiest by far is Binghamite. It turns everything red due to the high iron content.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 20, 2012 10:52:32 GMT -5
Well done Roger!
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 19, 2012 12:46:29 GMT -5
Agree with rallyrocks. Try a scratch test to determine hardness.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 19, 2012 12:40:04 GMT -5
Here are my opinions: 1. It will work fine with glass. 2. The barrels are the hardest part to build yourself; don't do it. I've been through many attempts myself. Buy actual tumbler barrels. 3. You'll probably want a dedicated barrel for pre-polish and polish. 4. Glass won't likely take as long as rough rocks, but will still be weeks. 5. Bearings are another expensive piece of the equipment. You want pillow blocks.
You've come to the right place! Good luck!
Chuck (yes, another one)
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 12, 2012 14:49:19 GMT -5
Yikes! Glad you didn't get hurt.
I don't know if they're outsourcing parts to China. Italian guns aren't necessarily known for their reliability. Ever heard the expression "You ain't a Navy Seal until you taste Italian steel"?
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 12, 2012 14:45:23 GMT -5
You might want to use a bong to filter out some of the tar, etc.
It gives me migraines, so I don't do it anymore. I was a daily user for a couple of years in college. Paranoia can be a problem. Also tends to sap motivation.
I'm not sure the strain makes much difference, other than I recall some varieties producing a "clear" high, while others were "muddy". Not sure if that makes much sense, but in the former you had all the good effects of relaxation and feeling high, and the latter caused sleepiness, made it difficult to think, etc. The more expensive it was, the better it was, and the less I smoked. Thai stick, sin semilla, and Hawaiian used to be tops. Mexican was the worst. Colombian somewhere in the middle and kind of mellow.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 10, 2012 13:45:37 GMT -5
It looks like stromatolite to me, with well-defined layers. Lakers usually don't have vugs, except on the very outside of the nodule. It'll be fun to cut and see the colors on the inside.
Chuck
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Post by Hard Rock Cafe on Jul 5, 2012 13:42:06 GMT -5
If I recall correctly, the Chicago Electric vibe is labeled for dry tumbling only, as for brass cleaning. I think you'll wear out the bowl tumbling rocks.
Chuck
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