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I do have an old Ruger Redhawk. It's just too large and heavy for any real practical use in my world. I keep it for sentimental reasons (was my dads). The 329 PD is a very application specific...

LOL - Well, I guess I'm going to have to live with being hated then ;-)

I have a CBOB and two Razorbacks. However, one of the Razorbacks is actually a full custom job (Done for me by Dave Severns...

Hadn't heard about the mixed ammo, but not something I'd do anyway.

All my 10mm's are also 1911s. Dan Wessons. Love the 1911 platform for 10mm.

BTW - Only reason I don't like autos for what I do is that I definitely get them messy, and even glocks can jam up from crud faster than a good ol' revolver. It's wheel guns in the swamp for me.
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Definitely will be doing that. I'm well aware of the crimp issue with this one, and will be testing it out. Buffalo Bore makes ammo specially for this gun, but Mike at Doubletap has assured me that...

For those who follow my work, you know that my normal sidearm has always been a .357 magnum. However, after a recent close encounter with a very large hog (estimated 500 pounder...and I have pics of...

I'm in agreement with Crashdive123 here. Closest thing I've found to a "do it all" tool is a nice high quality hatchet. I personally carry a Gransfors Bruks Wilderness hatchet, and absolutely love...

My oldest piece that still sees regular use is my canteen cup. Stamp on it says 1951 (Dazey corporation). Even though I bought myself a new canteen cup for Christmas, I think I still prefer the...

I shoot out on Fort Desoto regularly. Not far from there at all. I'll be in Orlando on Christmas eve and Christmas day, but might make some trips up there over the break. PM me when you're in and...

Thanks crashdive. I don't usually wander too far North of Tampa, but I expect I could find something there.

Thanks again guys. The surplus stores around here typically don't have much in the way of newer GI issue. They're also laden with inferior "knock-offs". I at least know what I'm looking for, so I...

Thanks for that link! I need to find one around here somewhere that I can try on before I wind up with another pack that I'll throw in the "Garage of unused gear". I'll never buy another pack...

Funny you mention that. I'm actually looking at a GI issue MOLLE II rig right now. I just wish I could find someplace where I could try one on for fit, and load 30 pounds of weight on it and walk...

It's very durable, and holds everything I need it to. The biggest drawback is that the load is still primarily on your shoulders. I think it's a great pack for up to 15 pounds, but any more than...

Thanks for that! Will definitely buy a box and go out to the range and see what they do. Should give me an idea of distances. It's interested to hear about them unseating like that! This...

In the interest of eliminating one gun, I'm considering keeping the .357 mag and using snake shot to hunt small game. Anyone ever try this? Will a snake shot round hold together well enough for...

The first aid kit gets used all the time. minor cuts and splinters are a normal occurrence here. Lots of thorns, stickers, etc......not to mention my personal favorite...Fire Ants!

You...

I think I'm finally getting my field pack "dialed in". I may make a few more changes as I'm trying to go as light as possible without sacrificing needed function. It's really been trial and error...

Nice! My dad had one. Serious ballistics on that beast!

Man, I'm totally bummed that I missed this thread when it was active! I think that winner was just in here trolling though. No way I believe anyone that dumb can handle a firearm without shooting...

I use a Woodsman's Pal and love it. I regularly build blinds in the field for my wildlife photography work, and this tool is FAR superior to any machete or ax I've tried. I have also tried the...

My dad taught us how to field dress and butcher before we were allowed to hunt. I only kill for two reasons: to eat, or defend myself. Defending yourself also includes protecting your farm from...

I'm in your corner here too. I watched my mom die from high blood pressure. Trust me when I say this is NOT the way you want to go. Took her a week of excruciating pain before her body finally...

Did a short scouting hike today (a bit over 2 miles). New load balance feels much better! Added camera body w/lens plus a water bottle to the front (along with cell phone and GPS. Kept 2 zoom...

Cool. Might be a good piece of gear to add to my truck kit. I have a second battery in my truck for that very reason. The FJ Cruiser I have also has a built in 110 inverter. I use it all the time...