Comments by Bobby Tony | Eastern NC Now

Stan, I have not been to a gun show in quite a while and there used to be quite a few there. If you want a shooter M1 just for fun or memories, I think there are still plenty around in various shapes. All parts are interchangeable, so you could construct a good shooting Garand from various manufacture.

I was looking for a collector / investment grade weapon, which means all the parts need to be matched. Just like the antique auto elitists, the weapons crowd can tell an assembled rifle from an original issue. After talking this over with my son who will eventually inherit my collection, all I need is a shooter. He is not into collecting for investment yet. Below is a sample of listing on Guns America of both types. see the first one, $6,195.00 for an investment grade weapon.

www.gunsamerica.com

Commented: Thursday, April 14th, 2016 @ 7:14 am By: Bobby Tony

I am a very poor novice in Photoshop but it gives me a chance to expand my learning curve in the visual medium.

The one day take more time reminds me of a poem. Perhaps another post is in order.

Commented: Saturday, April 9th, 2016 @ 6:50 pm By: Bobby Tony

Maybe the proper course of action should have been for "The Boss" to continue with his concert and donate the proceeds to a fund to construct appropriate restrooms for the North Carolina residents who are in need of the facilities. I would expect the NC government to present a bill to him for cost associated with the preparation and cancellation of his concert. I have no idea about Mr. Springsteen's charitable donations, which could be considerable so my criticism could be misplaced.

Failing that Charlotte could present 'The Boss' with a Key to the city; or maybe a Keyhole. I am confused on the gender specifics of the Key and Lock analogy.

Commented: Saturday, April 9th, 2016 @ 3:05 pm By: Bobby Tony

Jeffrey R. Immelt is chairman and chief executive of GE. Here us his op-ed from the Washington Post regarding Bernie Sanders comments on General Electric. I am glad to see someone from the business sector finally wake up and push back.

wapo.st

Commented: Friday, April 8th, 2016 @ 8:10 am By: Bobby Tony

I'm not worried TMac, you see I have the gate guarding my neighborhood and since every house looks the same, I doubt anyone would be able to find me. Not even a Swedish Stewardess.

Commented: Wednesday, April 6th, 2016 @ 7:25 pm By: Bobby Tony

Good Point Gene, In most cases I suspect that there is an alternative way out without a weapon or never putting yourself in the situation. While that is not always possible, a weapon is a good thing to have as it takes two to tango and an awful lot depends on who is the lead dancer, you or the other fella.

Commented: Saturday, April 2nd, 2016 @ 6:00 pm By: Bobby Tony

Thank you Diane, I don't remember if I have ever seen this quote from President Reagan before. It is clear, distinct and to the point from the Great Communicator. While the liberals will debate over who actually wrote this, I will concentrate on it's content. His ability to clearly present an idea is more important than the parsing of the words.

Commented: Thursday, March 31st, 2016 @ 7:09 am By: Bobby Tony

I guess the NC bathroom debate will continue for a while, so I have a possible solution just to add fuel to the fire.

I propose that they amend the Voter ID laws in NC and require a Bathroom ID for use of the bathroom. A certified copy of the birth certificate or state issued ID along with the ink footprint and gender at time of birth would be required before anyone could enter a public bathroom. This of course would not apply to bars because "Uaren@ting While Impaired (UWI)" is not against the law yet.----delete if inappropriate

Commented: Wednesday, March 30th, 2016 @ 8:20 am By: Bobby Tony

Just when I thought this thread was over, I read about this:

In 2014 the NSA agency's Michael Daniel Special Assistant to the President and Cybersecurity Coordinator released the following information. It is barely possible that the FBI may have to disclose to Apple how it hacked the IPhone. I would not hold my breath but Apple could contract the same company the FBI used to find out how they broke the system.

"This spring, we re-invigorated our efforts to implement existing policy with respect to disclosing vulnerabilities – so that everyone can have confidence in the integrity of the process we use to make these decisions. We rely on the Internet and connected systems for much of our daily lives. Our economy would not function without them. Our ability to project power abroad would be crippled if we could not depend on them. For these reasons, disclosing vulnerabilities usually makes sense. We need these systems to be secure as much as, if not more so, than everyone else."

www.whitehouse.gov

Commented: Tuesday, March 29th, 2016 @ 4:05 pm By: Bobby Tony

This has been a good series.

I will dig up my Training with a BB gun article from Grandpa's Diary and review to see if it is worthy of BCN (based on most of my articles, how would I know?). We actually did train using Daisy Lever Action BB guns.

Updated to comment: March 30, 2016
For what it is worth, the BB gun article is published now.

beaufortcountynow.com

Commented: Monday, March 28th, 2016 @ 8:31 am By: Bobby Tony

Thanks Stan,
Too much time and too little knowledge is a bad thing.

The binary joke came from an article that I have in personal files but has not been published on BCN. The short version ( you are welcome) is that I still use binary programming in my quest to win the Power Ball. Here is my one and only punch card.
Maybe I will dig out the article and add it to the BCN Fluff pile.

Commented: Sunday, March 27th, 2016 @ 8:53 am By: Bobby Tony

Georgia does not have any training requirement for a concealed carry permit. Here is the link to a local range which has some general and specific information. If anyone is really interested in possession and concealed carry, I suggest they take advantage of the courses offered by a trained professional.

You don't have to be a 'gun nut' to educate yourself and family on proper use of a deadly weapon.

In my view, there is as much danger from an untrained armed civilian with a gun as there is from a criminal. Ted's gun series is not just for those who live in a dangerous neighborhood, or feel threatened by their environment. It is important that anyone know how to use their tools regardless of what they are.

Good series Ted.

www.triggertime.org

Commented: Saturday, March 26th, 2016 @ 7:48 am By: Bobby Tony

If the thugs had been there a month or so before, they would have met the same VET, but he would have been driving a red 1965 VW Bettle, but he would have been armed just the same.

I can't out run them or out walk then now, but I can out talk them down in a minute!!!

Commented: Friday, March 25th, 2016 @ 7:22 am By: Bobby Tony

I once heard a speaker say the way to change the world was two books; the Bible and the Sears Roebuck Catalog. One feeds the soul and the other feeds the yearning for things. The Sears catalog has morphed into Amazon but the Bible remains the food for the soul.

Interesting subject though.

My interpretation to John 6:44 is similar to a thirsty man that is drawn to water. The water is always there but without the thirst, it does not draw the man. Only when the man is thirsty does he feel the need for the water. Drawing, or alluring, not dragging is the key. You must be ready to accept the invitation. I will admit, I had to consult Clarke's Commentary which is my go to source to explain what I can't understand from the scripture.

biblehub.com

Commented: Thursday, March 24th, 2016 @ 6:01 pm By: Bobby Tony

Ted,

I think Tennessee requires a class and range practice before issuing a carry permit. My brother had to go to it when he got his permit. Georgia is basically sign up, fingerprint and wait for background check as you said. Correct me if this is incorrect.

Commented: Thursday, March 24th, 2016 @ 12:17 pm By: Bobby Tony

TMAC,
Own yes, carry not for a long time (1969-2004 ). Never had a carry permit. Most of my small arsenal is collectible for investment without ammunition. I have an article pending on why I don't carry anymore?

Commented: Thursday, March 24th, 2016 @ 10:54 am By: Bobby Tony

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Stan, Most would say you are only half right with the "Wise ?One?" comment, but I caught your drift and the implied meaning.

Commented: Thursday, March 24th, 2016 @ 9:08 am By: Bobby Tony