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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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Traveling back to Arizona

Posted by Administrator on 5th November 2005

Got a call last night from Kris. They were close to New mexico at 9 PM EST. Making good time, at this rate they might hit Phoenix by Thursday Night.
Dad

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