Author: Gunner Quinn
Gun: Model 1854 Lorenz rifle musketManufacturer: Carl Heiser (Austria)Caliber: .58Manufactured: 1861Condition: NRA Fine (Antique Gun Standards)Value: $1,850 The Austrian Model 1854 Lorenz rifle musket, designed by Lt. Joseph Lorenz around 1852, saw use in numerous European conflicts and was the third most common longarm seen in the American Civil War—its popularity being right behind that of the U.S. Model 1861 Springfield rifle musket and British Pattern 1853 Enfield. Unlike its predecessor, the Delvigne-style Model 1849 “Garibaldi” (a later U.S. nickname) Kammerbüchse that fired a round ball, the 1854 employed an interesting “compression” projectile. Though a hollow-based bullet as used in…
The latest meme created by JWR: Meme Text: “I Bear Witness That The Army And Me Went And Pillaged…” Conan The Grammarian Chides: “You Mean ‘The Army And I’, Thou Baseborn Varlet!” Notes From JWR: Do you have a meme idea? Just e-mail me the concept, and I’ll try to assemble it. And if it is posted then I’ll give you credit. Thanks! Permission to repost memes that I’ve created is granted, provided that credit to SurvivalBlog.com is included. Read the full article here
Steven Rinella talks with Will Primos, Ryan Callaghan, Cory Calkins, Randall Williams, Phil Taylor, and Corinne Schneider. Topics Discussed: Taking a swig of pickled castor; turkey strategy and the turkey you can’t seem to kill; how you keep fish nice; sharp breasted vs. round breasted; etiquette on tipping hunting and fishing guides; Will Primos’ Purdey shotguns are up for auction to benefit conservation; Will’s organization, Steward Link ; and more. Connect with Steve and The MeatEater Podcast Network Steve on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube Read the full article here
The following recipe for Super Stuffed Zucchini Squash is from SurvivalBlog reader V.F. , who says: “The exact proportion of ingredients is not crucial — use them in proportions that suit your taste. An egg is included to bind the breadcrumbs to the other ingredients.” Ingredients Zucchini, medium-size. 1 large Egg (or two medium eggs) Coarse breadcrumbs (preferably freshly-made.) Parmesan cheese (You can substitute other cheeses, such as Mozzarella.) Minced Garlic (optional, to taste) Cherry tomatoes, chopped Pine nuts (optional) Lemon zest Thyme Oive oil Salt, to taste Pepper, to taste Pesto sauce (optional.) Directions Wash and slice the raw…
This week, Jordan Sillars guest hosts while Cal is in the Arctic and covers what happens when a dog tries to answer the call of the wild, the biggest human-killed grizzly bear ever, and a new helicopter hunt in Texas. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here. Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal’s Week in Review Merch Read the full article here
Smartwool Run Mid Crew Pattern Socks are outstanding for everyday use and for field wear. They are comfortable, durable, attractive, resist odor, wick moisture away from the skin, and remain pleasant to wear even under extended use. They are also good for running in. At the time of this writing a pair of these USA-made socks cost $22 . This pair of socks has become one of my favorites, along with the other Smartwool socks in my drawer. I highly recommend them. Backstory My wife, “Kari”, had purchased several pair of Smartwool socks for me at local thrift stores over…
On June 23, 930, the world’s oldest parliament, the Icelandic Parliament — the Alþingi — was established. — To reiterate and expand on my note posted yesterday: My e-mail inbox has been full of queries from readers about the USAF bomber strikes on Iranian nuclear weapons development sites. Folks want to know if this might mean WW3. For some articles on that topic, see our June 19th Odds ‘n Sods column. There could indeed be some escalation. There is certainly the risk of an Iranian sub-critical “dirty bomb” being detonated, most likely at an American container seaport. And there is…
Authorities have identified Alicia Leach, a 24-year-old woman, as the victim of a fatal shooting in her Jennings home early Saturday morning. Officers from the St. Louis County Police Department responded to a welfare check request on Calvin Avenue around 4 a.m. to find Leach suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, and she was pronounced dead at the scene. As the Bureau of Crimes Against Persons continues to investigate this tragic incident as a homicide, police are urging anyone with information to step forward. The public can report tips to the St. Louis County Police Department or anonymously through CrimeStoppers for…
Police report that a suspect has been shot and killed by a security guard after a shooting incident at a church in Wayne, Michigan. The specifics of the initial shooting have not yet been disclosed, raising questions about the circumstances leading to this confrontation. The incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding safety in public spaces, particularly faith-based venues. As authorities continue their investigation, details regarding the identities involved and the events that transpired remain critical to understanding the situation fully. Read full story at www.startribune.com Read the full article here
Raymond Minaya, a 29-year-old gun dealer, pleads with a federal judge not to impose a longer sentence after authorities discovered a makeshift weapon in his cell at the violent Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) Brooklyn. He argues that the high level of violence in the facility necessitated his possession of the shank, along with cell phones, to protect himself and maintain contact with family amid frequent lockdowns. Federal prosecutors counter Minaya’s claims, emphasizing his history of violence and rule-breaking in prior incarcerations. They assert that he cannot justify his possession of contraband by simultaneously contributing to the dangerous conditions within MDC…