Category: Odds ‘n Sods

There has been a lot of chatter on the net about the call for an “‘Armed’ Peaceful March on Washington D.C. for July 4th”, as mentioned in the DC Clothesline blog. While I trust that the organizers are sincere, I believe that going armed would be unwise. Because open carry is banned in DC and because of the now mature facial recognition software, everyone who attends could face arrest at home — even weeks or months after the event. (And wearing masks is out of the question, because that is banned in D.C. too.) I strongly urge them to gather …

Joe K. suggested: Emergency Preparedness & Outdoor Adventure Planning Checklist o o o Americans Are Migrating To More Free Republican States. It is noteworthy that the study (see summary here) would have ranked Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana higher, except that “freedom” as they define it includes so-called “same sex marriage” and the freedom to use marijuana. This skewed their results. o o o F.G. suggested this vintage video that explains vacuum tube technology: AT&T Archives: Bottle of Magic o o o Ten Reasons Why Senators Should Vote Against the Gun Control Bribe-o-thon o o o Reader D.D. sen this link …

Dear Respected Comrade, Supreme Leader, Great Successor, First Secretary of the Workers’ Party of Korea, the Chairman of the Central Military Commission, First Chairman of the National Defence Commission of North Korea, the Supreme Commander of the Korean People’s Army, Kim-Il Sung Jr., Jr. seems to have gone full-on Col. Jack D. Ripper “Sap and impurify all of our precious bodily fluids ” bonkers. There has been news of North Korea targeting Guam, Anchorage, and perhaps even Oahu or Seattle with their handful of low-yield nukes–which are probably not yet compatible with their missiles. (And their missiles most likely still …

F.G. sent this short video: Cerakote Generation II Coatings For Night Vision Camouflage    o o o Prepper Fest Arizona will be held April 26-28, 2013.    o o o Senate votes 53-46 to stop US from joining UN Arms Trade Treaty. It is frightening to see that this vote was so close. Take note of which Senators were willing kiss goodbye US sovereignty over the key issue of the Right to Keep and Bear Arms. (The yea votes listed were pro Second Amendment.)    o o F.G. liked this: International Morse Code: Hand Sending Pt. 1-2 1966 US Army …

Reader Ryan B. sent: Here’s 52 issues of a 19th-century British craft magazine, courtesy of a Brooklyn tool company.    o o o LPC Survival has announced that they’ve dropped all Wise Food Storage products from their catalog. They instead now offer the complete line of Mountain House long term storage foods, packed in #10 cans and in stacking plastic buckets.    o o o Keith B. spotted this: Ms. Cheap: Franklin family takes a break from modern conveniences    o o os F.G. mentioned that at a recent armorer’s course, Glock USA representatives in Smyrna, Georgia told him that …

Ready for the apocalypse! One American family shows what it takes to prepare for the end of civilisation as we know it. I certainly hope that they used assumed names, but somehow I doubt it. Think OPSEC, folks!    o o o Reader James K. suggested this: Tell-all cars put your driving business out in the open    o o o Time to switch cable TV companies! “’Consistent with long-standing NBC policies, Comcast Spotlight has decided it will not accept new advertising for firearms or weapons moving forward,’ said Chris Ellis, a spokesman for Comcast’s advertising sales division, Comcast Spotlight.” …

The Seven States Running Out of Water. JWR’s Comment: But consider that watching year-to-year drought conditions give you only the micro view, while monitoring long term the depth of aquifers (water tables) gives you the macro view. (Looking at longer time frame provides better long term planning.) Be sure to study aquifer depletion before choosing a retreat locale!    o o o Sacred mystery: Blockbuster ratings for ‘The Bible’ confound Hollywood. JWR’s Comment: What “mystery”? People just like to watch uplifting and wholesome things.    o o o A bit of humor: As every real prepper knows: Le papier ne …

Reader Mark H. sent: Data on MRE Shelf Life Dictates Shorter Shelf Life –New Chart    o o o What Is An “Assault Rifle”? – You’ve Probably Been Lied To. Starting a 5:55, watch him transform a humble Mini-14 into something “Evil” looking–at least in the eyes of Chuckie Schumer and Dianne Feinstein. But we must remember that outward appearances are meaningless: Esse quam videri. (Translated: “To be rather than to seem.”) That should be our byword, whether we are judging the looks of a rifle, or the looks of people. Just because a rifle is black doesn’t make it …

The Role of Biometrics in Future Domestic Conflicts    o o o The television series Revolution is scheduled to resume airing new episodes on Monday, March 25, 2013. While it is not up to par with Jericho or even Terminator – The Sarah Connor Chronicles, it is the only quasi-survivalist game in town on television.    o o o Kensington digs in with ban on ‘mega basements’    o o o J.B.G. sent this from England: Could we face gas rationing? British gas reserves could run dry in 36 hours after freezing householders turn the heating up

Interesting Interview With Duane Liptak of Magpul    o o o G.G. sent: Sun Storm Forecast: Tiny Chance of Havoc    o o o R&N wrote to mention that the reloading primers shortage is getting worse. Both Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s are sold out of most types of rifle primers.    o o o James C. sent: 36 Sneaky Hidden Compartments    o o o DHS questioned over decision to let Saudi passengers skip normal passport controls. (Thanks to Peter S. for the link.)

Reader H.L. mentioned: Federal Firearms License Granted for 3D Printed Guns    o o o Reader Ryan B. found this great online resource: Academic Life in Emergency Medicine    o o o VOA is still experimenting with digital modes. (Thanks to PNG for the link.)    o o o The folks at Ready Made Resources mentioned that they now have just four DPMS TAC-2 AR-15 carbines in stock at $1,399 with free shipping. (Must be shipped to an FFL holder.)    o o o New Jersey tries to intimidate NRA instructor and steal his guns. JWR’s Comment: As previously mentioned, …

Reader Tom R. mentioned that Armageddon Online is offering 297 free online reference books.    o o o Growing Number Of States Eye Bills To Defy Federal Gun Laws    o o o Another couple of signs of the times: 1.) Here at the Rawles Ranch, we just received the latest Cabela’s mini catalog. This one is for “Self Defense & Tactical.” It included NO magazines of any capacity! Apparently their magazine supplies are so thin (or so deeply backordered) that they didn’t dare list any. And, 2.) The following was in the latest DoD Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) e-newsletter: …

Scientists warn Oregon legislators of cataclysm when earthquake, tsunami strike    o o o Radio Free Redoubt reports: Voice of America tests transmitting on digital mode.    o o o Kerry Voices U.S. Support for NRA-opposed U.N. Arms Treaty. [JWR’s Comment: Can we really trust his sincerity when he states: “We will not support any treaty that would be inconsistent with U.S. law and the rights of American citizens under our Constitution, including the Second Amendment.” Yeah, right. Kerry gives new meaning to the term lip service. Since this treaty would undoubtedly diminish our constitutional right, then why would even …

Emergency Essentials is continuing their semi-annual Mountain House Sale.  All Mountain House cans are priced 20-25% off.  The sale is for one week only, ending the night of March 21st at midnight.     o o o D.C. recommended this: An Orwellian America    o o o Pantry Paratus has recently added American-made Chop Rite brand grinders and presses to their catalog. These are made in America and have been since the late 1800s. In fact, if anyone has an old antique Enterprise brand meat grinder, that is the company’s original name and all of the replacement parts and attachments are …

Reader Jeff H. sent: Guns & Ammo Ranks the Best States for Gun Owners in 2013.    o o o Some inevitable news, from New York State: Silver Creek man becomes first arrest under new gun laws. (If the 2nd Amendment doesn’t apply to modern firearms like the AR-15, then the 1st Amendment doesn’t apply to modern media like television and the Internet.)    o o o Seed for Security is offering their Seed Saving Guide, with the purchase of each Super Survival Pack. This guide includes instructions on how to save corn, bean, Pea, winter squash, pumpkin, spinach, tomato, …