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“If you think a penny doesn’t go far anymore, watch your nephew stick one in an outlet. He’ll shoot right across the room.” - Tim Allen
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Tonight's Movie: American Graffiti
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to J-BAR #18287's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
I couldn’t wait to get out. Only a couple of folks I wonder about now who were friends then. Lost contact with them well over 50 years ago. I didn’t leave a trail so I never heard of any reunions. Wouldn’t have attended anyway. Never looked back. Nonetheless, I enjoyed the movie when it came out in ‘73 or so. Haven’t seen it since, but think I’d still like it. -
What I found interesting is they can break it down in matter of hours, load it into a cargo plane and reassemble it in a matter of hours at the destination. That seems like pretty good rapid deployment. I guess its effectiveness remains to be seen.
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The A-10 Warthog
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Father Kit Cool Gun Garth's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
It’s my understanding the A-10 was intended to be an Army plane. However, the Air Force thought the Army was intruding on their turf and successfully lobbied to have it brought their under control, even though they didn’t really want the plane. They’ve been trying to get rid of it from the beginning. Somewhere is a video of John McCain ripping a new one in Air Force brass trying to justify canceling the A-10 at a Senate hearing. It was shortly before McCain passed. The AF looked ridiculous, including claiming the B-1 could take over some of the A-10’s role. -
The A-10 Warthog
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Father Kit Cool Gun Garth's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
That’s my understanding. -
The A-10 Warthog
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Father Kit Cool Gun Garth's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
Wow, that BMG round looks a .30-06 by comparison. -
Battlefield Burial, 1945
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Subdeacon Joe's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
Yes. -
No Matter Where You Go....
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Subdeacon Joe's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
“No matter where you go, there you are.” - Confucius -
Yup! ‘Cept it’d be my grandkid asking the question.
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Pete Rose and Shoeless Joe reinstated
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Rye Miles #13621's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
https://babylonbee.com/news/pete-rose-hall-of-fame-induction-ceremony-to-be-sponsored-by-draftkings -
What's on your Bucket List?
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Father Kit Cool Gun Garth's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
Fly an open cockpit biplane like a Stearman or Jenny. -
What was your first album...
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Father Kit Cool Gun Garth's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
Same here. My first one however was “The Ventures On Stage Around the World”. Still have that too. A bit of trivia: the original drummer for the Ventures went on to become a 4-star general in the AF. Fun video below: -
Rotator cuff surgery
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Billy Boots, # 20282 LTG-Regulator's topic in SASS Wire
When I had my rotator cuff repaired in ‘97, the doc told me I would reach 80% recovery in six months, and reach 100% six months after that. He was spot on. I wasn’t shooting then, and I’ve no idea what surgery techniques are available now. I do know from personal experience from many orthopedic procedures, that if you try too much too soon, you risk delaying recovery and possibly mucking up the repair. Shoulders are a complex joint with corresponding repairs. At my 72 years of age, 10-12 weeks to return to shooting long guns - especially a shotgun - seems overly ambitious to me. However, your doctor and a good PT can answer your question better than any of us. Good luck! -
Are horses and cows really that flighty - that spooky?
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Alpo's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
We see that in urban America every day… -
When a person on foot is being chased by a vehicle, the person must run ahead in the middle of the road. Especially when the tree line is 15 feet to the left or right.
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Adding on, today’s shows are significantly shorter due to all the commercial interruptions. Actual show length is 15-16 minutes with at least 4 interruptions in a 30-minute slot.
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Airbike...?
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
“Anyone driving slower than you is an idiot. Anyone driving faster than you is a maniac.” - George Carlin -
Celestial navigation and the sextant.
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How do I clean up spilled black powder?
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to 9245's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
That would make a great addition to those click-bait ads like, “Put salt in Vaseline and see what happens.” 😁 -
How do I clean up spilled black powder?
Abilene Slim SASS 81783 replied to 9245's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
So you’re suggesting he pees on the carpet first? -
Edditers ain’t what they used to be. 😊
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Interesting, but I'm skeptical given the original article is from E&E and Politico. It's just too good to be true.