Daniel S. suggested: How to make a Millipede Survival Paracord Bracelet. This new weave is very quick to unbraid!
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Reader H.S. in Arkansas wrote to ask about a source of boxes to re-package loose (bulk-packed) eastern European military surplus 7.62x39mm from “spam cans” as a well as 7.62×51 NATO that has been de-linked. He said that he wants to be able to have it look presentable, for eventual barter and resale purposes, in attractive boxes. I immediately recommended RepackBox.com. I’ve personally used their products, and they are excellent. These very professional looking die-cut single-wall white cardboard boxes fit very nicely in .50 caliber ammo cans. They also make 30-round boxes for 5.56 mm NATO. (30 rounds matches the prevailing magazine size.)
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Michael M. mentioned this: There’s No Privacy in Ham Radio. JWR Notes: At least the new digital modes will curtail the number of casual eavesdroppers. BTW, the author’s mention: “Additionally, the FCC requires that each amateur radio operator maintain his current physical mailing address with the commission…” is not entirely correct. Your initial license must have a physical address, but any subsequent updates can just list a P.O. box address, if you’d like.
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Chester sent a link to a video and text clip to a little-known chapter of modern American history: The Battle of Athens. (Tennessee, that is.) You can read about this in greater detail at the Battle of Athens Wikipedia page.
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Tim J. sent this wire service article: Built by forced labor, German bunkers become homes