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I've read your posts in the past about the work you do (as well as the amazing pictures), and I believe you to have legit primary sources for this type of information. Its the reason why I ask if they really said that? I mean, I'm no geologist or expert on seismology. All I do is keep my information gathering senses sharp, and I happened to realize the frequency of this stuff. I know for a cold hard fact, not speculation, that the government will not release information (and redact others in some cases) if the information has the potential of causing any type of discord with the public. If primary sources are getting bad vibes... well, I definitely think its something worth noting.

http://www.foxnews.com/scitech/2010/03/ ... latestnews Not quite an earthquake, but a natural disaster nonetheless. Google Marsili Volcano, and the latest information on the situation will come up in multiple sources. Apparently, vulcanologists are saying that it could blow at any moment... if it were too, the damage would be devastating in the form of massive tsunamis that would engulf the southern portions of Italy (and have rippling effects on other countries in the Mediterranean). It might also affect the fault line that Italy is currently sitting that, if provoked, could cause massive damage to the region as well.

Seditious conspiracy Attempt to use weapons of mass destruction Teaching/demonstrating use of explosive materials Carrying, using, and possessing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence (two counts) FNC put up the indictment in PDF form: http://www.foxnews.com/projects/pdf/stone.pdf

A lot of companies offer piston ARs now, and you can convert ARs from DI to piston anyway. While not gimmicky, I think companies that make piston-specific ARs are still taking advantage of the sudden craze for them. Anyway, if you really want to be unique-- get a Robinson Arms XCR. As for the classic AR design, why not? Aftermarket and replacement parts are in abundance and cheap if need be.

I've given a few sources some looks, and, from what I've read, this was more then necessary-- and I'm glad the authorities took action. Them planning on waging a violent campaign against US citizens, let alone LEOs? That's beyond standing up for your rights... heck, at that point its not even about rights, but just flat-out criminal. What does make me shake my head is how ignorant people are making the blanket statements, and associating these types of people/groups with others who claim themselves "patriots," and how only the right-wing is capable of this. I read a comment to that effect on CNN, and then they asked if any left-wing groups had ever acted out in violence (meant to be rhetorical I believe)... eco-terrorists, anybody? Oh well. I think its pretty sad when people cannot distinguish political parties and the misconceptions given by crazies.

Dang, you really do have too much time. And yes, I have indeed seen this! So, I guess we both do I actually picked up some reading materials, including a new anthology of zombie stories edited by Christopher Golden, "The New Dead." I'm looking forward to giving it a read through.

Ha, you're no old man, Caine-- I'm just that young is all :shifty: Listening to my buddies mixes. He did some gigs in NYC, and has been in Barca for the past few years as a resident DJ at some clubs there (still there). I could imagine most of you guys wouldn't care for his mixes, ha, but its pretty cool to see an old friend making some waves. DJ Past/Chazz Rockwell.

I want to say this might be a decent option: http://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/ind ... gory_id=94 It installs on the front sight post, and not on the handguards or anything. I've heard a lot of good things, and might be an option if you want to limit any smithing.

wow... haven't heard that track in a loooong time. maybe i'll dig that out this evening. defintely a 'classic'. Caught Hackers on tv the other day and have been going thru the soundtrack this week What the F, Caine. Are you my long lost far older twin? I was a huge Orbital fan years ago... like, had that track on repeat-- for hours. I still dig how it was the ending/credits song for the original 'Mortal Kombat' movie. I seriously know of maybe three (now five) people who know of that song. ETA: My mornings are usually assorted Vitamin String Quartet tracks... helps me ease into my mornings.

Aye, nicely done. Its inspired me to re-evaluate my "hobby" room as well.

Saw it a couple weeks ago. I think if they took out all the dialogue and story, and just kept the action in, it would have been a shorter but had the same effect It wasn't a bad movie by any means, and the design of the baddies was pretty original and raw almost (which I liked in this case). I think I would've rather rented it down the road though.

+1 Malsua's post. As I've said before, its about your ability to execute on the task, the rest being arbitrary.

Again, not a cat person, but that's pretty awesome. My dog is good for barking, and that's it.

Secure in a small vault, but where I can get it if need be. I don't use them for HD purposes, so I don't mind keeping it behind lock and key.

Very nice. I can't say I'm a believer in love at first anything, instead that things grow on me (after I stop disliking them) Just curious, what kind of ammo are you using? I have an XD myself and I know they're known for not being picky, but I am trying to put together a mental list of munitions that don't give people headaches for XDs.

Ha, I would say that its the perceived intent. The fallacy with that being perception is not an absolute, and can be misconstrued. In your case, yes, I would say its perfectly fine and wouldn't warrant anything more then maybe watching and giggling as two full grown adults practice bounding down a suburban street. Militias training possibly being different. But that's my perception, and I guess my original post was a summation of possible common perceptions about the issue (which is my fault that I didn't clarify that until now). Is that right? I don't know because it is strictly opinion.

Perception is reality. As ignorant as that saying can be in application, it holds true. I don't think its a matter of keeping things secret, but keeping things honest. We all have rights to freedom of speech and I'm not saying people have to censor themselves... but apply common sense? If it looks like a duck, quacks like a duck-- well, yea, and in this preemptive world-- the authorities will act upon that perception. I'm not saying I agree with that, just a statement. As for me, I don't consider my former skill set or my firearms to be ever used in an offensive situation (purely defensive). To me, when civilians start practicing bounding overwatch and shifting fire, its starting to tread on that thin line.

Hehe, supermarkets... what's wrong with going to the market and going to the fly section for your protein? :? As for the possible near future destabilization of NK, it worries me in some ways. Unlike a lot of countries that had military coups (primarily in Southwest and Southeast Asia), there really isn't the threat of warlords or gangs rising up-- mostly because the regime has quelled and neutered their society for generations now. However, there is the threat of foreign influence, whether its at the state (China) or syndicate level (Russian mob). And considering how weak the country would be, and probably wouldn't receive any help (nor would they want it probably)... well, as bad as it is now, it could possibly get even worse.

Yea, dump IE. I've been toying with Chrome lately, though I'm a Firefox fanboy myself.

Eh, the drug issue is a Pandora's Box issue, and really has nothing to do with regulation. The difference between alcohol and drugs is the underlying principle that one is relatively "open source" while the other has multiple variations. Alcohol, generally speaking, while using different types of processes all create the same basic product. The types of alcohol that could endanger lives is regulated still of course. On the other hand, drugs, and specifically pot, vary from one source to the other. So, in one city, depending on who's running the sources and how vicious they are, there could be anywhere from a handful to hundreds of different types... and that's just pot. Start factoring in other illegal substances, as well as prescription drugs, and the number rises exponentially. Even by allowing pot, or other drugs, and slapping a tax on them-- it probably wouldn't do much in terms of the bigger picture (there will still be billions made for cartels, etc). Beyond the economic reasons, there are also the social implications that are a mixed bag (Amsterdam is not all peaches and cream). I don't think there is a right answer to be honest. Not enough is done now (though that's mostly because Mexico and other S. American countries won't let us beyond giving them supplies/funds), and inaction would probably be worse.

As it is, Wednesday should be a decently nice day. Mid-60's, partly cloudy, and a slight wind (10-15mph NW). The ground might be a bit wet (I don't know how it is there consistently) since the forecast shows rain on Monday and Tuesday. If it can stay like this, I should make it out there myself and sign up.

Ahaha, I saw an O3 say it during a brief for O6/O7/CW4s when his powerpoint slides weren't working during a conference... best part is every one got it, and laughed it off.

Nice 15-22, really are becoming popular... How do you like the XTM panels in conjunction with the AFG? Seems like it might be a bit robust. And with all of the accessories, where's the sling!

Dang. Well, it is what it is I suppose. Thanks for keeping us updated, Chad.

"ANTI STRESS Trigger Mechanism: Traditional Double Action with an Anti-Stress Mode As the first pistol equipped with a firing pin lock, the P99 AS combines the advantages of the traditional Double Action System with Single Action Anti-Stress trigger. The P99 provides the shooter with a user-friendliness previously found only in hammer fired pistols. Traditional Double Action The anti-stress trigger makes the P99 one of the world's safest firearms by preventing unintentional "reflex" firing in stressful situations. The decisive innovation: When the slide is racked completely to the rear upon loading, the trigger remains in the forward position for the first shot; not only in the double action trigger mode, but also in the single action mode. The trigger travel is .551" long in the anti-stress mode (at 4.4 lbs. trigger force), preventing inadvertent firing. On all subsequent shots, the trigger travel is reduced to .314" (at the same trigger force) and this permits firing in rapid sequence, due to the quick reset of the P99 trigger." [From the official site: http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/ ... sFirearm=Y] ETA: Nice pistol! How do the ergonomics feel? I've always been interested in the design.