Prester John
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Kinda busy watching the US Open today, but I need to post a pic of my lambsfoots soon. Got five now! Maybe tonight or tomorrow.
It's hard to tell from photos, what sort of wood is that, looking good..Good morning all. Headed up to the mail boxes later with the Rosewood "Big-un" with a compass to find my way and my SOS lighter in case I need to call for help. Actually, I won't be able to call anyone for help as there is no cell phone signal where I live.
Someone here will know.Good Question.. got this TEW a while ago.. can't really tell what it is?View attachment 1422939
Love it.
That's funny Dan! I believe that during WW1, the British artillery guns would stop at 4.00pm, so they could have tea. I've also read numerous accounts from US troops in various theatres during WW2, who were surprised that even while being shelled, or otherwise engaged, the British 'Tommy' would take every opportunity to make a brew! Mind you, I'm reminded of the Ewan McGregor character in the film Black Hawk Down, who, amid Hellish conditions, is brewing a good cup of Joe
Very interesting, and you do cut a fine figure there young man.When I was a paratrooper in the Argentine Army they made us live on "mate cocido" , boiled yerba mate basically. The traditional way of drinking it with the gourd and bombilla ( straw ) was only for the officers, obviously too impractical to give to hundreds of soldiers.
In the early am we would march by a huge pot of it and fill our mugs without stopping, then pick a piece of baguette and that was breakfast, eaten standing in the frosty morning right before sunrise. Lunch around noon and then mid afternoon during basic training a truck would drive up to us with more mate cocido, bread and a slice of cheese and dulce de membrillo ( quince paste ? ).
and you do cut a fine figure there young man.
Thanks Jack. Great pics yaself, especially the foody ones.
That's a pretty potent ice cream for sure.
Good Question.. got this TEW a while ago.. can't really tell what it is?View attachment 1422939
View attachment 1423028 But know what these are! Lol View attachment 1422944
When I was a paratrooper in the Argentine Army they made us live on "mate cocido" , boiled yerba mate basically. The traditional way of drinking it with the gourd and bombilla ( straw ) was only for the officers, obviously too impractical to give to hundreds of soldiers.
In the early am we would march by a huge pot of it and fill our mugs without stopping, then pick a piece of baguette and that was breakfast, eaten standing in the frosty morning right before sunrise. Lunch around noon and then mid afternoon during basic training a truck would drive up to us with more mate cocido, bread and a slice of cheese and dulce de membrillo ( quince paste ? ).
TY Leon lol
I lost 20 pounds in just the first month of basic training and more after that.
That picture was taken just minutes after my first jump ( 3 months into training )
Soldiers nutritional needs was not very high up in the Army's priorities lol
No wonder you lost weight Dan!
I think someone greased mine up!There's brakes??
Now you tell me!
Nice photo, David! Looks sort of like Western Oklahoma.Yesterday's walk. This thing needs an oil and a sharpen and some general TLC.
Your horn is nicely aglow, José!
Good outdoor companion, Bill! Nice stag covers on your HHB!When I'm out there playing in the dirt I always have my HHB with me.
They are outrageous! When it's time to change mine on the Tundra, I will have to sell a kidney a month till I've got all four! Well, half a kidney anyway!Good morning. A rhetorical question but anyone got any idea of the price of tires these days?
"Big-un" on a tire label. Good thing I had the knife. Couldn't have afforded it if I'd bought the tires first.
More great outdoors, looks nice, Dan!Good day Guardians
Well you got a couple of great drinking buddy's, Jack!Thanks Dennis, great to see you here my friend I had a few beers with my Dandy Duo last night!
Beautiful area! Great shot of your HHB in the wilds, Jack!I didn't take many pics this week, but here's a few
Lamb on wheels! Cool shot, José!
Now that's a great looking dessert!!Not often I get to have ice-cream twice in one day
Nice harvest! Pablo's?I took the Big Camera out for an Edward Weston homage. As usual, my HHB was on hand.
Tools of the trade! The horn looks great, Kevin!
Neat. Reminds me of a battlefield deception setup!My HHB was quick to make friends with some of the soldiers at the encampment.
What a handsome DamLamb Jack! Fine photos!Good Morning Guardians, I hope everyone is having a great weekend Thought I'd go fancy today Enjoy your Sunday Guardians
Cool photo! Is that a grinding wheel?
Quite a tranquil view, David!I hope every is having (or has had) a nice Sunday.
Nice, Ed! Living in an area with little or no cellular connection is a blessing and a curse. At least you don't have the spam/Medicare plan calls constantly! Nice pocket full!Actually, I won't be able to call anyone for help as there is no cell phone signal where I live.
A great looking pair, Andy!! Treasured WCLF's for sure!View attachment 1423028 But know what these are! Lol View attachment 1422944
Great shot, Dwight!
When I was a paratrooper in the Argentine Army they made us live on "mate cocido" , boiled yerba mate basically. The traditional way of drinking it with the gourd and bombilla ( straw ) was only for the officers, obviously too impractical to give to hundreds of soldiers.
In the early am we would march by a huge pot of it and fill our mugs without stopping, then pick a piece of baguette and that was breakfast, eaten standing in the frosty morning right before sunrise. Lunch around noon and then mid afternoon during basic training a truck would drive up to us with more mate cocido, bread and a slice of cheese and dulce de membrillo ( quince paste ? ).
Lean and mean!TY Leon lol
I lost 20 pounds in just the first month of basic training and more after that.
That picture was taken just minutes after my first jump ( 3 months into training )
Soldiers nutritional needs was not very high up in the Army's priorities lol
Thanks. Yes, it is. I'll take a longer shot of it before I stuff it into the garage.Cool photo! Is that a grinding wheel?
Thanks Dennis for the kind wordsI think someone greased mine up!
Nice photo, David! Looks sort of like Western Oklahoma.
Your horn is nicely aglow, José!
Good outdoor companion, Bill! Nice stag covers on your HHB!
They are outrageous! When it's time to change mine on the Tundra, I will have to sell a kidney a month till I've got all four! Well, half a kidney anyway!
At least you had your all terrain Big-un Lambsfoot!
More great outdoors, looks nice, Dan!
Well you got a couple of great drinking buddy's, Jack!
Beautiful area! Great shot of your HHB in the wilds, Jack!
Lamb on wheels! Cool shot, José!
Now that's a great looking dessert!!
Nice harvest! Pablo's?
Tools of the trade! The horn looks great, Kevin!
Neat. Reminds me of a battlefield deception setup!
What a handsome DamLamb Jack! Fine photos!
Cool photo! Is that a grinding wheel?
Quite a tranquil view, David!
Nice, Ed! Living in an area with little or no cellular connection is a blessing and a curse. At least you don't have the spam/Medicare plan calls constantly! Nice pocket full!
A great looking pair, Andy!! Treasured WCLF's for sure!
Great shot, Dwight!
Lean and mean!
I gained 10 lbs during basic. I guess the Argentine Army never heard the phrase that an Army travels on it's stomach? Gotta have good grub, especially in the field!
How long were you in for?
Happy confused Monday, Guardians!
Today's carry...
Jack, your HHB looking good. Looks like fall weather.Big 'Un's looking good Jer
Thanks mate
Nice vista David
Taylor's say Rosewood. Lots of different types of course, certainly much lighter than most of Wright's Rosewood, which is sourced in Indonesia currently
Bobby Dazzlers!
Ace photo Dwight
No wonder you lost weight Dan! Cool pic though
Good Morning Guardians! Hope everyone had a great weekend. I ended up spending half of yesterday typing up a load of stuff about stainless steel for the Sheffield thread! Have a good week folks, stay safe out there