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  1. Platypus

    Periscope

    Re: Periscope Damn and to think we were building them out of PVC pipe with 90 degree elbows and mirrors stolen from our girlfriends and wives makeup compacts. Durability and lightweight construction are the trick. Let us know how this works out for you.
  2. Platypus

    homebrew tripod rest?

    Re: homebrew tripod rest? Jason, You are heading in the right direction. We tried everything from MRE box material to PVC pipes and wood blocks. I built my first aluminum cradle from a block by machining it into a channel shape then padding it with an OD Marine Corps sock, and then covering...
  3. Platypus

    PRS tripod

    Re: PRS tripod First of all thank you Davide for the kind words and I am glad to see that everything made it to the field. As has been discussed already the "sweet spot" for the rifle used in conjunction with a cradle on a tripod typically is close to the balance point. This does several...
  4. Platypus

    Your dream drag bag build?

    Re: Your dream drag bag build? Muskox, It is nice to see someone with some common sense that subscribes to the KISS rule on gear. From having drug rifles around in the weeds for years the two drag bag set ups I found to be the most functional for my M40A1 were: 1. A surplus canvas rifle...
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    Sidearms & Scatterguns Warthog Knife Sharpener

    Re: Warthog Knife Sharpener RedRyder, link fixed. The Warthog is by no means a system to be used on hard use blades that need some reshaping to get a bevel back or to put the initial bevel on a new knife build. It does however work nicely to maintain an established edge as Voracious stated...
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    Sidearms & Scatterguns Warthog Knife Sharpener

    As much as I have enjoyed the therapeutic qualities of sharpening my knives on a good ole Arkansas stone with some honing oil, time does not allow for extended therapy sessions anymore. I have found an alternative worthy of a review here. The Warthog Vsharp Xtreme Edge Warthog sharpener...
  7. Platypus

    Compact pack/bladder carrier with chest rig front?

    Re: Compact pack/bladder carrier with chest rig front? Chainring, This wouldn't be for the "Bug Out" at Tiger Valley would it? If you do not already have a rig you may want to just get a three day ruck and build you a war belt with mag pouches and butt pack until you see what works for...
  8. Platypus

    AR-15 Mags

    Re: AR-15 Mags I have always been a little skeptical of the plastic magazines especially after having some Thermolds become thremelts. Pmags on the other hand are not only reliable but inexpensive and can be had in fashion colors. I did my own evaluation and after taking several out to the...
  9. Platypus

    Gunsmithing My new bad azz beddin station

    Re: My new bad azz beddin station Very well thought out and efficient. My attempts at bedding usually result in me looking like tar baby covered in bedding material and more time with clean up than the actual job took. Now that you have teased us with this station of the shop, do you mind...
  10. Platypus

    Looking for a Good Tactical Tripod

    Re: Looking for a Good Tactical Tripod Thank you gentlemen for your support. There is no doubt that there are several high quality tripods on the market. I went with the SLIK models not just for a reasonable price but because I carried an older model for over 11 years and still use it today...
  11. Platypus

    Zeroing range for an Eotech mounted on an AR-15

    Re: Zeroing range for an Eotech mounted on an AR-15 Old post Here is a post from awhile back that has some good info and stats. You will just have to decide what works for you and the situations that you will be using the rifle for. Good luck and let us know what you end up with and why...
  12. Platypus

    Any Winchester 52 people out there?

    Re: Any Winchester 52 people out there? Just found this post on CMP and looks as if Ken may be back in the base building business. Ken Viani bases or I will be looking into the EGW base. Any concerns with having the base from EGW only utilizing the rear scope block holes to mount the base?
  13. Platypus

    Any Winchester 52 people out there?

    Re: Any Winchester 52 people out there? Darkstar, In your travels among the 52 world do you know of anyone that has a Ken Viani Model 1 base for my 52? Right now that would be a less expensive option to get glass on it that getting into a Unertl. Danel
  14. Platypus

    Photos Colt 1991A1 Compact Before and After

    Re: Colt 1991A1 Compact Before and After Very nice job. Is this a daily carry gun? I like the lighter colored grip frames for concealed carry as it is not as easily recognized should the shirt raise up.
  15. Platypus

    Maggie’s Too Soon?

    Re: Too Soon? Kingrabbit, you are just wrong, she was someones daughter. Have you no compassion for the dead............nevermind I remembered to whom I am addressing. That was pretty funny OUT
  16. Platypus

    Cody, WY firearms museum

    Re: Cody, WY firearms museum I can't recommend the museum enough, a great trip through history. Please plan the biggest part of the day to see it all. The art (pictures, paintings, and sculptures) are incredible. Yes a couple of sandwiches in the pocket is a good idea as you will be there...
  17. Platypus

    New TAB GEAR product

    Re: New TAB GEAR product Excellent idea lord knows I have a bunch in my box on the dresser. My only suggestion is loops on each corner and maybe in the middle so that the panel can be orientated horizontal if so desired.
  18. Platypus

    Rifle Scopes SWFA SS HD 5-20x50 Videos at Rifle Range

    Re: SWFA SS HD 5-20x50 Videos at Rifle Range Dave, It sure would have been nice to be able to show a certain shooter the impact he was having on his neighbors with that obnoxious muzzle break. I will shoot you an email with the after action report I have far from this years police games. One...
  19. Platypus

    Finally!!

    Re: Finally!! Doug, Congrats on the baby and promotion. The beauty of E-6 is that you now have enough stroke to solve some of the problems that you have been having to just endure. Take care of your family and your troops and they will both take care of you. Be safe and hurry home, Danel...
  20. Platypus

    PMAG 7.62 in FDE or OD...

    Re: PMAG 7.62 in FDE or OD... You would think Magpul eager to get on the "OD is the new Black" boat not to mention the Tacticool FDE which is all the rage back east. Fashion and function do matter while hanging at the range. On a serious note Krylon Fusion does work like a champ.
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