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Cool stuff from Christmas 2005

Posted by Joe on 27th December 2005

Craftsman 3 gal. Air Compressor, 1 hp, Horizontal Tank

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Cool stuff from Christmas 2005

Posted by Joe on 27th December 2005


Craftsman 3 Piece Magnesium Pneumatic Tool Kit

Sears item #00916853000
Mfr. model #16853

The
ultimate finishing kit for carpentry. Magnesium gun bodies provide a
powerful yet lightweight tool to reduce operator fatigue. 16 gauge
finish nailer, 18 gauge brad nailer, 18 gauge 1-1/4 in. crown stapler.
Set fasteners at desired depth by simply turning the adjustment wheel.
Use sequential or bounce fire operation with the flip of a switch.
Rubber nose tip prevents marring of softwoods. Molded rubber grip
handle provides comfort and control. Includes fasteners, hose connector
and heavy duty storage bag.

Includes:
16 gauge finish nailer: Includes Oil, wrench and extra nose piece. Applications: Window and door trim, baseboards, cabinetry

18
gauge brad nailer: Includes: wrench and extra nose piece. Oil less
operation. Applications: Picture frames, book cases, crafts, decorative
trim.

18 gauge 3/8-1-1/4 in. crown stapler: Includes: Wrench and
extra nose piece. Oil less operation. Applications: Cabinets and
shelving, underlayment, upholstery, carpeting.

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Christmas Ideas for Dad

Posted by Joe on 29th November 2005

Dear Santa,

I hope that I have been a good boy
this year. We all think we have been good, but sometimes I just don’t
know. Here are my ideas for Christmas.

Joey Gibbs

  • New picture of Frank and Holly in blues
  • New shoes (Black dress shoes and brown/tan business casual)
  • Cargo Pants - 38 x 32
  • Nice short sleeve work shirts, neck size 17 1/2
  • Some new sweathers, xl of course.
  • Nice thick flannel shirts
  • New PJ’’s of course.
  • New snow shovels would be great as the current ones are over 10 years old.
  • I collect coins, try something from the littleton coin company or the US Mint
  • Since I like to read how about a gift certificate to Barnes and Noble ?
  • Home depot had a deal recently on a small air compresser and a air powered nailing gun. It ran about $150 and looked userful.
  • Maybe some music, here are some ideas

The Irish Tenors: Sacred, Anthony Kearns, John McDermott and Finbar Wright
($13.99): Ronan Tynan has moved on to a solo career, so McDermott, one
of the originals, returns to the trio. The Irish Tenors’ shows
typically include a healthy dollop of religious music. With the Czech
Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, they’ve devoted an album to
inspirational music - Amazing Grace, I’ll Walk With God, Morning Has
Broken - with inspirational results.

Hanukkah Rocks, the LeeVees
($13.98): Straight-up, deadpanned, good-time jangly pop arrives in the
vein of They Might Be Giants. From Latke Clan: "Your uncle’s here /
Flew in from out of town / It’s nice to have him around / Even though
he’s weird / It’s Chanukkah."

  • From the tools department at Sears a Craftsman 19.2 volt Work Light. Sears item #00911391000 Mfr. model #11391. 19.2
    volt work light with a 180 degree pivoting head, overmold grip and
    switch, high-intensity bulb, and lanyard. Battery sold separately. Can
    be ordered online her


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Christmas ideas for Ashley

Posted by Joe on 26th November 2005

From Frank

  • Gift certificate from Barnes and Noble
  • Perfume
  • AMC theatres certificate
  • Black Fleece sweaters (med)

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Christmas Ideas for Frank

Posted by Joe on 17th November 2005

I think that Frank would like the following this year for Christmas.

  • GPS for Iraq - ordered 11/25
  • Boot socks
  • Gas cards for all his driving to and from Dayton
  • New digitial camera with video capabilities or cheap video camera
  • PC Gamer Magazine subscription
  • IPOD car charger/FM player interfaces

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Christmas Ideas for Holly

Posted by Joe on 17th November 2005

I think that Holly would like any of the following for Christmas this year.

  • Warm clothes !
  • OSU gear
  • Winter Jogging clothes
  • Westerville Gym membership
  • Warm clothes !
  • IPOD for her music
  • OIF Ka-Bar knife
  • Personal Printer ?
  • Electric blanket

Dad

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Christmas Ideas for Pam

Posted by Joe on 17th November 2005

For Christmas this year I think Pam would appreciate the following;

  • Desk or table for her serger
  • Sound of Music DVD
  • PJ’s
  • Seasonal sweaters
  • Warm, soft socks !
  • New laptop, specifically Sony Vaio S560 P/B
  • Jewelry - pearl braclet
  • Tall Jewelry box

Joe

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Holly - USAF OIF Ka-Bar

Posted by Joe on 16th November 2005


Military Gear and Surplus Store:

With over 50 years experience in making the KA-BAR fighting knife, you can bet that the folks at KA-BAR do not change things just for the sake of change! KA-BAR OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM USAF COMMEMORATIVE SHORT KNIFE A Commemorative Salute to USAF Personnel with the Pad Imprinted Image. This American Legend in the shortened and compacted pattern is designed for cramped quarters carry. Like its bigger brother, this 5-1/4″ carries the standard oval handle constructed of compacted leather disks, high carbon steel blade, buff polished razor sharp straight edge, powdered metal butt cap, carbon steel guards. This special edition was produced for our special order with Ka-Bar. Click on an image to enlarge. This practically sized fixed blade knife is also perfect size for camping, carrying and general utility. SPECS: ” Length Overall: 9-1/4″ ” Blade: 5-1/4′’ ” Tang Stamp: USA ” Steel: High carbon 1095 Coating: Epoxy powder ” Hardness: HRC56-58 ” Sheath: Cowhide with belt loop- Marked “U.S. Air Force” ” Ka-Bar Model# KB9134 Vendor Info Item No. Military.com Price Stock Qty KA-BAR USAF IRAQ OIF SHORT KNF - KB9134 $49.99


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OIF FREEDOM SCARF - map and Arabic phrases.

Posted by Joe on 16th November 2005


Military Gear and Surplus Store:

OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM SCARF Similar to the silk WWII theatre maps, these scarves make a great gift for loved ones and a super memento for the whole platoon to sign for a family sending a soldier off to OIF. Loads of information and Arabic phrases. Click on an image to enlarge. Features: ” Topological map of the Middle East region ” Political map showing the regional borders within Iraq, major cities, highways and waterways ” Street map of Baghdad ” List of common phrases with Arabic translations ” Water resistant synthetic silky material ” Measures approximately 23.25″ H x 34.5″ W ” Hemmed on all sides ” Imported. Item No. Military.com Price Stock Qty SILK IRAQ MAP - ISV06 $19.99


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Frank - Xmas 2005 - GPS unit

Posted by Joe on 9th November 2005

Ron suggested the Garmin, eTrex line (see list below) or at garmin - etrex

A list of dealers can be found at garmin.com - dealers ohio

Apparently they can upload maps from here

For a good discussion on this topic go here: groundspeak.com

Product Comparison

eTrex Summit eTrex LegendC eTrex VistaC
Receiver 12 channel 12 channel 12 channel
Number of Waypoints 500 500 500
Built in Memory N/A 24 MB 24 MB
# of Routes / # of waypoints per route 20/124 50/250 50/250
Database or Basemap N/A (Recreational Routable Basemap, Americas) or
(Recreational Routable Basemap, Atlantic)
(Recreational Routable Basemap, Americas) or
(Recreational Routable Basemap, Atlantic)
Additional map options No MapSource CD ROM uploadable information MapSource CD ROM uploadable information
Battery Life 22 HR (GPS only) 13 HR (GPS and Compass) 36 HR (2 AA) 20 HR (2 AA)
Display Size (H x W in inches) 2.1 x 1.1 1.7 x 1.3 1.7 x 1.3
Display type 4 level Gray LCD 256 level Color TFT 256 level Color TFT
Area Calculation No Yes Yes
Pixels (H x W) 128 x 64 220 x 176 220 x 176
Standard GPS Antenna Built in Patch Antenna Patch Antenna
TracBack Mode Yes Yes Yes
# of Tracklog Points 10000 10,000 10,000
Unit Weight 5.3 oz. 5.5 oz. w/ batteries 5.5 oz. w/ batteries
Audible Alarms No Anchor: Yes
Arrival: Yes
Clock: Yes
Off Course: Yes
Anchor: Yes
Arrival: Yes
Clock: Yes
Off Course: Yes
Waterproof Standard IPX7 IPX7 IPX7
Unit Size (H x W x D in inches) 4.4 x 2.0 x 1.2 4.2 x 2.2 x 1.2 4.2 x 2.2 x 1.2
Thumb Stick (5-position cursor switch) No Yes Yes
Separate Serial & USB interfaces N/A No / USB Only No / USB only
Map Storage N/A Internal Memory Internal Memory
Backlit Display Single level Multi-level adjustable Multi-level adjustable
Ext. Ant. Hookup No No No
Internal Differential N/A N/A N/A
WAAS/EGNOS capability Yes Yes Yes
Loran TD position format N/A Yes Yes
MGRS position format Yes Yes Yes
Built-In Electronic Compass Yes N/A Yes
Built-In Barometric Altimeter Yes N/A Yes
Turn by turn routing N/A Yes Yes
Hunting/Fishing calculator Yes Yes Yes
Celestial Information Page No Yes Yes
Proximity Waypoints N/A Yes Yes
Tide Prediction N/A No No
Built in calendar No N/A N/A
Voltage Range 2.5 4.2-5.5 4.2-5.5
Waypoint Icons Yes Yes Yes
MSRP $214.27 $267.84 $321.41

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Frank - xmas 2005 ideas

Posted by Joe on 8th November 2005

Blackhawk Kevlar Gloves


http://www.copsplus.com/prodnum2633.php
Blackhawk HellStorm SOLAG Full Finger Assault Gloves
The HellStorm™ S.O.L.A.G. (Special Operations Light Assault Glove) is perfect for tactical Law Enforcement or Military Ops. Made of advanced synthetic composite materials, it is breathable, quick drying and lightweight with amazing durability and dexterity. esigned with full wrist support, double back of hand adjustment system, multiple stitch layer design for enhanced gripping power. S.O.L.A.G. gloves are ideal for land or water ops.


Blackhawk 806



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Frank - xmas ideas 2005

Posted by Joe on 8th November 2005

Gerber Multi-Plier 600 D.E.T.
The D.E.T. Tool, based on the popular Gerber Multi-Plier-600 platform, provides the combat operator with a compact one-handed opening multi-tool to deal with any number of battlefield situations. Made from blackened non-reflective 410-grade stainless steel, the D.E.T. tool incorporates the following tools: C-4 Explosives punch, Blasting cap crimper, Wire cutter, Needle nose pliers, 3″ Drop point blade, 3″ Sheep foot serrated edge blade, GJ-4 RemGrit® saw blade, Cross point screwdriver, Large, medium and small flathead screwdrivers, File, Bottle opener and Lanyard. Includes black ballistic cloth sheath.

Technical Specs:
  • Overall Length: 6.56′’
  • Length Closed: 5′’
  • Weight: 8.8 oz.
  • Handle Material: Stainless Steel
  • Sheath: Ballistic nylon


Components:
Needlenose pliers with blasting cap crimper, wire cutter, wire crimper, C4 punch, fine edge knife, RemGrit® saw with universal coupler, cross point screwdriver, small, medium and large flat blade screwdrivers, lanyard ring, can opener, bottle opener, file, and ruler.


http://www.copsplus.com/prodnum1155.php


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