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remnar wrote: ↑

Thu Jan 28, 2021 9:29 pm

Stargate SG1 is now on Netflix. Ten seasons should keep you entertained for a while.

Somehow, I really wondered why they didn't use a long gun to take out the aliens. A good sniper would have made a big dent.

Edgar Rice Burroughs was writing about other planets and world building before any of those mentioned so far. Great action adventure sci-fi stuff. I have greatly appreciated HG Wells and he is still worth reading. C.S. Lewis wrote Out of A Silent Planet, which I enjoyed. I have read as much Heinlei...

I sharpen freehand now but I used a sharpmaker for touch ups before. I used a rubber band on top of the rods to close up the angles somewhat.

Thanks! I'll be checking those out. I am admittedly a big sci fi geek.

My recommendations are mostly going to be novels and a couple shows. I strongly second the Hyperion novels. Good worldbuilding, though the second volume was weaker imo. Dune is a must read in contemporary sci-fi. All 6 volumes are worth your time, and at least Paul of Dune (by his son based on draf...

There are lots of suggestions for TV shows, but may I suggest some Sci Fi novels? (even though nobody asked) Dune is a good place to start, has huge world building themes with action, weird science, and bits of philosophy throughout. The Hyperion Cantos is much easier to read . Written by Dan Simmo...

There are lots of suggestions for TV shows, but may I suggest some Sci Fi novels? (even though nobody asked) Dune is a good place to start, has huge world building themes with action, weird science, and bits of philosophy throughout. The Hyperion Cantos is much easier to read. Written by Dan Simmon...

I've always carried a knife since high school. Both my father and mother had farms and although we lived in the city, we were often brought there on weekends. I learned the value of a cutting tool early. Then someone gave me a CCC of a smith and wesson one hand opener with a pocket clip. It was a re...

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Naperville wrote: ↑

Tue Jan 26, 2021 9:54 pm

chuck_roxas45 wrote: ↑

Tue Jan 26, 2021 9:47 pm

I'd say the smaller guy has had some training and more importantly, experience.

It was an excellent left arm block.

Yes, block and grab in one motion.

James Y wrote: ↑

Tue Jan 26, 2021 9:11 pm

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https://youtu.be/MzcX84QCuE8

Jim

I'd say the smaller guy has had some training and more importantly, experience.

I am often asked if MMA is an effective Martial Art for street defense. My answer, MMA is a sport, based on fighting skills and tactics. As a sport it has rules which protect the participants from serious injury. Look for the list of all the things you are not allowed to do in the ring ... this lis...

... Oh, I’m definitely not selling anyone short. Maybe I should have worded it as “not formally trained.” I’ve known several guys in my lifetime without any ‘formal’ training who could take out most black belt martial artists on the street or in a bar (or wherever). Maybe not in a dojo or competiti...

One thing I can say about criminal or wannabe criminal elements. The assumption that these people are untrained can be deadly. They probably have not been trained in any formal sense but believe me when I say, they will probably have at least some experience in fighting. Additionally, these people h...

... And writing all this makes me realize I should really go ahead and upgrade my license. I've passed the general class written tests before, but couldn't pass the morse test. But the morse requirement was dropped years ago, so really the only thing that's keeping me from upgrading is sloth. :) Yo...

Naperville wrote: ↑

Mon Jan 25, 2021 6:40 pm

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It is too early now, but I might have you on speed-dial after I start down this road! :D

No problemo. :D

Naperville wrote: ↑

Mon Jan 25, 2021 6:18 pm

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE!!!

The comments are helping me to learn this technology.

If you have any questions, I might be able to help.

I am very active and very passionate about ham radio. I am very active in HF and the digital voice modes. This is my HF setup. Old radios but they still work ok. Very humble really in ham radio. https://scontent.fceb2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/140864089_1475706112627267_12901078208159637_n.jpg?_nc_ca...

I am actually. Extra class. Some countries have dropped the morse code requirements but we still have them in the Philippines for extra class. I've been on and off with radios since high school. My call sign is DU7DVE. Each licensed ham radio operator has a call sign unique in the world. For anyone ...

Thanks guys. That should keep me occupied for some time. :D