DocWard

Probably quite an eclectic collection. Start with a Krieghoff double rifle. An example of every official rifle and sidearm used by the U.S. Army that I can think of. A couple of nice bolt action rifles, maybe SAKO, to replace the ones I sold, or something along those lines. .243, .270. Nothing outrageous. Of course multiple sets of CAS firearms. A couple of Browning Hi-Powers. A couple of 1911s in different calibers (.45, .38 Super, 9mm) Several DA revolvers, various S&Ws, maybe a couple of Rugers. Sure some others, too

Excellent!

I honestly don't remember the last gun show I went to.

It is a fact of life that things take longer for some than for others. Sometimes it is also the only peace and quiet a person can find for a couple of minutes.

Ouch! That does sound painful. But hopefully the pain in the wallet will be balanced by the relief in your finger. Just be careful showing everyone where you had surgery...

My doctor: "Where does it hurt today?" Me: "Yes."

Overuse injury?

The most recent issues of Fine Scale Modeler Magazine, Scale Auto Magazine, The Cowboy Chronicle, Guns of the Old West, and an occasional other magazine or catalog that manages to work its way in.

I would say that if you look at a map, Ohio has plenty of rural areas, small towns and small cities within commuting distance of bigger cities. Columbus is a good example. Within half an hour you have several smaller cities and towns that aren't actual suburbs. Given Ohio's size and highway system, putting yourself near Columbus would put you within a couple of hours drive of nearly all the shooting you can handle.

Been there, done that. Too many times to count.

Used to do the traditional meal, but the past few years, we've done Chinese carryout. Same today. Also trying to kick a cold.

Let's hope you have many years of both before that happens.

Everyone shakes hands?

I am typically hard to offend, but I don't recall you saying anything this past year I found troublesome, and I certainly appreciate your intent now. Have a happy, safe, and prosperous New Year!

You do quite a good job of that, and keeping a level head. It is much appreciated.

You are absolutely right, Bob. It just seems this particular year has been bad on so many levels.

I also just noticed that Ron Glass was missing from the list.

You make a very good point.

Let's not forget: So many LEO deaths that we nearly became numbed to it; A political climate so toxic and corrupt that two candidates who had higher negative than positive numbers emerged for the presidency; A level of divisiveness among groups in our nation so bad and so prevalent it actually makes me begin to wonder about conspiracy theories. I could go on, but then I start veering strongly toward the political. I hope 2017 is better. Any worse and we had better start watching for asteroids.

Happy Anniversary. Now, how many of them will it take to get you out of there?

I heard about this driving to work. I'm not sure if Mr. Martin is more easily bullied than I, or if he simply has more class. My next tweets would have been very pointed toward those critical of my comment.

That's a good start. I do try to keep in mind the positive aspects, and not complain.

~Sigh~ I enjoyed her in movies from Star Wars to The Blues Brothers, but yes, she will forever be Princess Leia in my heart. Rest in Peace. Can this year be over? Please?

We've had plenty of .22 LR at work, just not always the selection you might want. I was excited last week when we got in some .22 WMR.I hadn't seen any in months. I had an older gentleman pick up a Ruger LCR in .22 WMR for his wife, despite us not having any. I took the time to call him when it came in, and when he came in he brought me some venison summer sausage.

What do I have to do to move up?