Note from JWR:
I’m in need of a few more Quotes of the Day. If any of you have a favorite, please send it in. OBTW, special thanks to reader “Redmist” who sent dozens of quotes, many of which I’ve posted in past three months. Thanks!
Day: March 26, 2007
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Letter Re: A Source for Pre-1965 U.S. Silver Coinage
Jim, I love your blog, it’s the only one I read, really. I’m writing to recommend APMEX.com as a source of precious metals, and pre-1965 [U.S.] silver coinage. I took your advice, and the advice of others, and decided to begin a precious metals investing program, starting with pre-’65 coins, and a few 1 oz American Silver Eagles. I searched all over the net looking for a place that would take a small order from a beginner, and found few, They sold large amounts, and there was always a call from a sales rep involved to complete the order process. …
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Two Letters Re: Lee Handloading Tools and Surplus Ammo Quality
Jim, I took note in Jason’s recent message regarding Lee reloading tools, and I must say I agree wholeheartedly. I have a Lee challenger press, and strongly recommend it. In fact, I recommend the Lee Anniversary Reloading Kit with “Modern Reloading” Manual (available from MidwayUSA: for $89.99 plus shipping). It comes with everything except dies, primers, powder, brass, and bullets. Oh, a set of calipers is a handy thing to have too. The case is the most expensive part of the cartridge to make, requiring multiple steps in shaping the brass into the final cartridge case. Reloading can significantly cut …
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Letter Re: Results of the MURS Radio Barter Experiment
Hi Jim, Regarding the MURS Radio Barter Experiment, I had a very good response from your readers. This experiment was thought up after reading many barter articles on your blog. While this experiment might not be typical of a face-to-face bartering experience, the results were interesting nonetheless. A few offers were under valued, the majority were close enough in value to be considered, and a few were “very well valued”. Here is a sampling of what I was offered: 90% silver coins – all ranges of values were offered including “junk” coins and Silver Dollars Printing material – business cards, …
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Odds ‘n Sods:
Reader “6xddx6” e-mailed us to say that he created a simple solar charging system for his Kenwood TK2100 MURS radios that he got from $49 MURS Radios (one of our advertisers.) For this project, he used an inexpensive photovoltaic (PV) panel from Northern Tool & Equipment. (One of our Affiliate Advertisers.) At Northern Tool’s web site, search on Item # 339973. o o o Chester M. sent this news story: New Orleans Residents Arming Themselves Chester’s comment: “Better late than never, I guess.” o o o Any SurvivalBlog readers that homeschool their kids–or that plan too–should visit the …
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Jim’s Quote of the Day:
“If you can’t repair it, maybe it shouldn’t be on board.” – Lynn and Larry Pardey, commenting on equipment for blue water yachtsmen
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