Day: February 12, 2014

Notes from HJL:

Today we present another entry for Round 51 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. The $11,000+ worth of prizes for this round include: First Prize: Gunsite Academy Three Day Course Certificate, good for any one, two, or three course (a $1,195 value), A course certificate from onPoint Tactical. This certificate will be for the prize winner’s choice of three-day civilian courses. (Excluding those restricted for military or government teams.) Three day onPoint courses normally cost $795, Two cases of Mountain House freeze dried assorted entrees in #10 cans, courtesy of Ready Made Resources (a $350 value), A $300 gift certificate …


Economic and Financial Collapse: Viewpoints from the Experienced, by KSO

Introduction I know what crosses your mind when the term “prepping” is used. Obviously, as you’re reading this on a website created for the sole purpose of helping people prepare for the worst, you’re thinking of preparing for “Dooms Day”. I know what I think of when I hear, see, read, gander at, and think of the word “prepping.” Just a few short years ago, the only thing that was on my mind was the day-to-day. I was a new mom, married to an Army soldier, paying a mortgage, trying to complete my Bachelor’s degree, and working a full-time job …



Seven Letters Re: Shotgun Safety

Sir: In regards to the shotgun safety letter, I would like to suggest the use of a shot shell “dummy” to keep loaded in the action of the shotgun. A dummy serves both to add another level of safety, in lieu of keeping a round chambered, and also allows the weapon to be quickly cycled without having to find and push the small button or release located at the rear of the receiver on most shotguns. These can be found at most gun stores. (I bought mine from Midway USA.) Thanks for all you do. Keep up the good work, …


Economics and Investing:

Jeffrey Tang on the Asian Markets and the Coming Deflation in China – The Daily Bell B.R. sent in this article: Guide to the George Soros Network. I particularly like the interactive network map. meanwhile, at the same website: Barclays Busted: Sells private account details up to 27,000 files leaked in worst breach of bank data EVER Items from The Economatrix: Hyperinflation – 10 Worst Cases Goldman to Fidelity Call for Calm After Global Stock Wipeout JP Morgan Holds Highest Amount Of Physical Silver In History


Odds ‘n Sods:

Cold Steel has a couple of teaser videos out regarding their PROOF series of blades. You might find them entertaining. I know that I did: Apocalypse Proof and Sword Proof. o o o F.J. sent this article in:GPS Navigation Systems May Get You Killed. When I first got my GPS, it sure took me to some interesting places till I learned how to use it. Sometimes the shortest route is not really the shortest route. Check out the sign in the picture “stop! no road! Your GPS is wrong” o o o Florida Ordinance Makes It Illegal For Homeless To …