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#17 Rat Rod Pouch
Bark tan deer hide with heavy canvas lined on inside. There is a small gusset on the bottom. In addition all welts are hand pinked. Flap has three, 40 caliber round balls smashed into a circle and sewn in to add weight to the flap. Small offset pocket inside. Cowhide strap with buckle for adjustment. SOLD
Lewis & Clark Conservation Awards Celebration
The National Lewis & Clark Conservation Awards recognize individuals and organizations that lead the charge for the appreciation and conservation of our natural resources in Missouri and beyond. In 2021 the awards celebration was held in Jefferson City, Missouri at the Millbottom. The Millbottom is a beautiful event center. Simon Roosevelt – Teddy Roosevelt’s great, great grandson and principal at Olympia Fund Management, is receiving the Corps of Discovery National Conservation Award was in attendance as Read More …
Heartland of America Smoothbore Championship
The 19th annual Heartland of America Smoothbore Championship was hosted by the Pine Ridge Muzzleloaders in Huntsville, Missouri.
Widowmakers Reunion Rendezvous 2021
The Western Widowmakers Rendezvous for 2021 was held just north of Mountain Grove, Missouri.
Katy Trail Bike Ride
Our Trip It took us a total of 8 days to ride our bicycles across Missouri on the Katy Trail. The longest day was 54 miles and the shortest day was 16 miles. In addition to the long miles during the day, we also camped 5 out of the 7 nights! Our total mileage for the Katy Trail was 257.3 miles. Then we had to ride an additional 58.5 miles back to Washington, Missouri to Read More …
Texas BugCatcher Antenna
You don’t see a Texas BugCatcher antenna too often anymore. I acquired this antenna through a musician friend of mine who’s father had become a silent key. I had this antenna sitting around just waiting to be used. Furthermore, I still do a lot of mobile HF and enjoy it immensely when traveling to Colorado and back. Most Texas BugCatcher antennas were available from GLA Systems as a coil only. In addition, the customer either Read More …
Heathkit HM-102
This Heathkit HM-102 has been around since the early 1970’s. It has been a staple in many of amateur radio operators shacks. Furthermore, I purchased this HM-102 at a Mount Vernon Hamfest back in 2017. Power and Weight This particular model was made as a kit from the Heathkit company between 1970 to 1981. In addition, it covered the HF 1.8-30 mHz. Also features two power ranges at 200w or 2000w with SWR measurements. The Read More …