http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/ He who dies with the most toys - wins! Your place for discussion of flashlights to firearms and all cool things in between! en Sat, 18 May 2013 11:49:45 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/images/misc/rss.png http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/ http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1069441-Question(s)-about-Fenix-PD32?goto=newpost Sat, 18 May 2013 04:55:27 GMT I have had the same batteries in my light for a while now and was wondering how long I have once I see the batteries start to fade? There are times I will walk home and can get by fine with almost no light but once I get to the last mile and a half I can't see squat without a moon. If I have my pack I have spares, but should I start carrying them in my jacket?

About to pick up an Ultimate and was wondering if anybody has any pros versus cons on the Ultimate versus the normal one. Only thing I can think of is the differnces in brightnesses, but once I get to the brightest I want the brightest anyway. That might be a moot point once I reread the specs on it anyway.

Also anyone have some suggestions for comparable lights? Size is pretty important sine I do carry it all the time ]]> De Plano http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1069441-Question(s)-about-Fenix-PD32 http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1069233-Ninja-Glock?goto=newpost Fri, 17 May 2013 16:46:35 GMT I'd get one.
]]> Lt.Col.Vortex http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1069233-Ninja-Glock http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1069111-Modern-quot-pocket-quot-watches?goto=newpost Fri, 17 May 2013 03:06:04 GMT I have tried wearing various watches and I just can't wear them without getting a rash, especially in high heat high humidity conditions. In less extreme conditions I can wear some of them without issues. As I sit here itching and scratching my wrist, I began thinking of the classic pocket watch.

What pocket watches do the forum'ites use or consider for purchase? I'm looking for either a durable quartz model with a large face and hands that can be read in the dark or a modern digital version. I'm mostly interested in a good digital models with classic functions like an alarm clock, multiple timezones, atomic clock synch ... though a good analog model would get my attention too. Ideally I'm looking for a pricepoint of ~$100 but, $200~$300 is possible for the "right" pocket watch.

TIA,
Sid ]]> Sid Post http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1069111-Modern-quot-pocket-quot-watches http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068558-My-new-toy?goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 07:01:22 GMT Greetings all.

It's been a few years since I last posted here. Never lost my interest in knives, just lost my interest in the internet. But I bought a new toy yesterday and thought this would be a good place to show it off.



It's a brand new Maverick 88 and I couldn't say no to it. I haven't gotten to put any rounds through it yet, but I did take the pistol grip off in favor of the standard stock. But that's where I'd like some advice or suggestions. I'm not a big guy and the stock is pretty good, but just a little too long to feel completely comfortable. I know there are a lot of pistol grip, adjustable stock options out there. What's the best for this gun? I'd like to keep it under $150 and still get some recoil reduction.

Thanks for any suggestions. ]]> Psychopomp http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068558-My-new-toy http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068493-Need-ideas-quick!!!?goto=newpost Wed, 15 May 2013 02:15:21 GMT the only reason i have this in the GKD is because i need some ideas for a friends wedding rings. Quick background I do a lot of wood work and 1 of my specialties was wooden rings. A dear and close friend of mine, ex GF, came to me about an hour ago asking me personally to make a set of wedding... the only reason i have this in the GKD is because i need some ideas for a friends wedding rings.

Quick background
I do a lot of wood work and 1 of my specialties was wooden rings. A dear and close friend of mine, ex GF, came to me about an hour ago asking me personally to make a set of wedding bands for her and her fiance! When we were together i would make them for here from time to time, especially when we would go camping..... ya sappy i know

her only request is that they have some interweaving design and the rings have a shadowing images, like one has a key in the weaving and the other has an opening for the key to into, but i has to be subtle

PLEASE NEED IDEAS ]]> MNofUSN http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068493-Need-ideas-quick!!! http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068242-Yay-or-Nay-Tire-leather-man-satchel?goto=newpost Tue, 14 May 2013 04:27:58 GMT Found this looking for a new EDC bag. Maybe might be big enough to hold an Ipad and a few smaller items, but its quite fashionable. Image: http://www.tacomaworld.com/gallery/data/500/tire_leather_bag.jpg (http://www.tacomaworld.com/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/327957/cat/500) What is your... Found this looking for a new EDC bag. Maybe might be big enough to hold an Ipad and a few smaller items, but its quite fashionable.



What is your opinion? Should I make one? ]]> http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068242-Yay-or-Nay-Tire-leather-man-satchel http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068217-Best-overall-pistol-for-my-scenario?goto=newpost Tue, 14 May 2013 02:58:15 GMT After a long wait, I finally received my firearm license. I plan to get a pistol mainly for shooting about once a month at the range and for self defense purposes. I'm a novice and I only plan to purchase one hand gun.

Maybe a 1911, maybe Wilson Combat? Budget $1-5K. Let's hear your thoughts please. TIA! ]]> paltak http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068217-Best-overall-pistol-for-my-scenario http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068155-Russian-3-gun-Zombie-Style?goto=newpost Mon, 13 May 2013 23:55:20 GMT I was going out shooting and the weather turned fowl so I switched out to my Russian guns for a little "Russian 3 Gun"

]]> http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1068155-Russian-3-gun-Zombie-Style http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067946-Outdoor-watch?goto=newpost Mon, 13 May 2013 06:12:24 GMT I've been looking to find something to wear on hikes and fishing trips instead of my Seiko Arctura Kinetic. Nothing wrong with it really but my main concern is that I can't see the time in the dark unless the watch was in someplace bright previously. So for my outdoors watch I would like the following:

Must have:
- Backlit digital or tritium hands; either way must be clearly visible in the dark
- Metal strap with a reliable clasp
- Crystal, scratch-proof face
- Waterproof
- Self powered; solar or mechanically powered - no fiddling around with batteries

I was looking at the Casio Protrek PAG240T-7 and it seems to fit the bill very well but I wanted to see some other options before making a decision. I don't necessarily need all the bells and whistles on the Protrek (compass, barometer, altimeter etc.); those are more in the "nice to have but not absolutely necessary" category.

Ideally I don't really want to pay more than $200 but I can stretch my budget for the right watch.

Thanks in advance guys! :) ]]> aznpos531 http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067946-Outdoor-watch http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067944-watches-a-dangerous-new-desire?goto=newpost Mon, 13 May 2013 05:30:12 GMT After seeing several men, including my soon to be father in-law, wearing Invicta watches, I have decided I want one, now I just have to choose. So, Invicta guys, help me out. I'm not a diver as of yet so I would like a trimmer and slimmer watch than their full dive watches, and I like the idea of automatic moments but have only experience with battery operated watches. I'm willing to save up to 200 dollars for this. Basically, I'm a newby looking for my first good watch, please help?
Thanks,
Paul ]]> lobodelanoche http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067944-watches-a-dangerous-new-desire http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067823-Heavy-duty-rugged-leather-bags-and-gear?goto=newpost Sun, 12 May 2013 22:03:06 GMT Looking to explore the world of rugged leather goods. What other companies besides Saddleback have you found? I love to find high value for the dollar companies, so let me now what is out there. Looking to explore the world of rugged leather goods. What other companies besides Saddleback have you found? I love to find high value for the dollar companies, so let me now what is out there. ]]> Thrill http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067823-Heavy-duty-rugged-leather-bags-and-gear http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067708-Vented-Earplugs?goto=newpost Sun, 12 May 2013 14:51:33 GMT Does anyone own vented earplugs for use while travelling by airplane? Do they really help with equalization while landing? What companies make the best models? Thanks. Does anyone own vented earplugs for use while travelling by airplane? Do they really help with equalization while landing? What companies make the best models? Thanks. ]]> K Williams http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067708-Vented-Earplugs http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067640-Who-smokes-a-pipe-here?goto=newpost Sun, 12 May 2013 03:52:23 GMT I debated for a long time (OK.... maybe less than a minute) on where to put this, but... pipes require stuff: lighters/matches, tampers, tobacco pouches, pipe bags etc. So, here is where it ends up. Who here smokes a pipe? What kind and/or style do you prefer? What are you favorite... I debated for a long time (OK.... maybe less than a minute) on where to put this, but... pipes require stuff: lighters/matches, tampers, tobacco pouches, pipe bags etc. So, here is where it ends up.

Who here smokes a pipe? What kind and/or style do you prefer? What are you favorite tobaccos? Where do you smoke? Extra credit to whomever can tell me what "I snorked Old Joe Krantz" is all about.

Let's see some pics... show me your pipes, your tobacco, your related tobacciana. ]]> Mongo http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067640-Who-smokes-a-pipe-here http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067503-Interesting-Kickstarter-projects?goto=newpost Sat, 11 May 2013 19:14:54 GMT Recently backed the last Bauhaus Kickstarter and wanted to invest in some others. Anyone into the Kickstarter scene? Recently backed the last Bauhaus Kickstarter and wanted to invest in some others. Anyone into the Kickstarter scene? ]]> Ljayc92 http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067503-Interesting-Kickstarter-projects http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/1067457-New-Titanium-Dangler?goto=newpost Sat, 11 May 2013 16:08:18 GMT Here is my Latest Titanium gadget. I am calling these "Z-Danglers". They are made for clipping your keys or other items to, and hanging from your belt loop. With the "Z" shape, you can also hang other items the lower hook as well.
Let me know what you guys think.









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