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This member pm’ed me one day, just out of the blue, and asked for my phone number. I’ve no idea why, but he did, and he began to calm every week or two. I’m not a social person by any stretch, but I don’t mind having an adult conversation now and again. It was sad last year when I learned he passed. I wouldn’t mind hearing from him again. There are a couple more members who no longer post here I’d like to hear from again as well. I’m not sure what happened to them. Perhaps I’m not as anti social as I thought. I don’t really know why I posted this, but I can tell you there’s some pretty good folks lurking on these pages if you get to know them.

Born earlier this week, little Arwen Elizabeth GlockSpock. Such a little sweetheart.

And when they or anyone else does, I’ll laugh at them for calling it an “insurrection”. Was it wrong? Yeah. But it’s silly to claim that it was substantively worse than sustained nightly attacks on cities during the previous summer. There was a months long nightly siege of federal buildings like the federal courthouse in Portland where they repeatedly attempted to burn it down with people inside of it. They set fire to St. John’s Episcopal AKA “America’s Church” across the street from the white house. So no, I’ve never gotten too worked up about what was mostly an unguided tour where the only person who died was shot by Capitol Police.

Tercel, no surprises at all in what you’ve said. Saw it a whole lot during the big flood we had around Cumberland City in 2010. Barricades, high water, and patrol cars blocking the road didn’t mean a thing. Saw it again last Wednesday night/Thursday morning here. After having to cut my way all the way through Houston county to get here, we had a big tree down near TVA blocking the whole road. I don’t know how many people pulled up to me, with me sitting in the middle of the road with blue lights on, “hey is the road open to go through, can I get through here?” ”Yeah man, that’s why I’m sitting here blocking the road, just so you can get through” On a brighter note though, while I was trying to cut my way through Houston county, this kid pulls up in a big jacked up Chevy 4x4 with vanity lights all over it. I was already about half irritated over the situation anyway, so I started thinking negative right off the bat, wondering what in the world does this guy want. NOPE. I was WRONG. This kid jumps out with a big Husqvarna chainsaw in hand ready to go to work. He followed me all the way to Cumberland City helping me cut. I realized once again that there are in fact some good people left in the world.

They loved him because they were told to. Now they hate him because they were told to.

So for the last few months I’ve been working towards a production manager job at work, and in Late January it became all but imminent that as long as I didn’t screw the pooch it would be mine when it opened up. So to celebrate the fact I went ahead and put in a call to American Classic Gunleather for a BBQ rig to go with the classy N frame I had for it. The gun is a 25-5 4” smith in .45 Colt wearing Culina Claro Walnut grips, and the leather is American Classic Gunleather legend Holster, with a full floral carved belt and 6 round slide to match. I couldn’t be more ecstatic at how they turned out and they showed up on the same day as my final interview for the position. So Cheers to all of you on this fine Saturday!

Bought this new in 1982. It's in really nice shape considering its 43 years old! Used it for metallic silhouette matches and challenging squirrel hunts. It has an 8 3/8" barrel, factory target grips, target hammer and target trigger. As all older Smiths, a really clean, light trigger pull. It has a recessed cylinder and partridge front sight. There is slight holster wear near the muzzle which I tried to show. $1000 for me to part with this safe queen, sorry, not interested in trades, shrinking my collection.

I have for SALE(possibly TRADE) my S&W 66 no-dash 4" 6-shot .357 mag in great condition for being 49 yrs old!! Here's the info you need: S&W 66 no-dash prelock 4" 6-shot .357 mag. Factory S&W padded hard case(not original). Pinned and recessed. 1st generation made. Perfect condition factory Smith wood grips. 1 box of Hornady 135gr +P .38 JHPs(home defense ammo). Made in 1976. $1000-cash $1150-trade You can message me on here or text me at (865)237-1340. Let me know. Thanks!!

S&W Model 686 No Dash, No Lock. L Frame. Stainless Steel. Full Lug. 6-inch Barrel. 6 Rounds. SN AFT 0400 Purchased New in 1985 Condition 98% Excellent. LNIB. Slight turning ring. Bore bright with strong rifling. Forcing cone and crane area clean. Box Matches SN with papers. Extra S&W Soft Case Wood Grips never installed. $925 Pickup in Loudon, Lenoir City Area. Prefer Range USA location. Daylight Hours only.

I entered my very first show today & astonishingly, walked away with Best in Class trophy for Sportster chopper!

We have had drivers in my area move barriers and drive through high water and then having their cars ingest water into their engines. Then their engines seize. The driver then learns the rules of hydrodynamics and how water and most fluids don't compress ending up in broken and bent connecting rods. Then we have had drivers drive up to barriers and then they drive through people's yards to go around the barriers and high water. This ends up destroying people's yards. The selfishness and stupidity has never reached a high like it has during this flood. I have seen a lot during my years and this tops how rude , inconsiderate , selfish , and dangerous people have become. Sadly this is a whole new generation and it is sad. I just had to vent. Their is nothing important or urgent enough to drive through high water risking your life and then getting screwed up causing Emregency personnel to risk their lives to rescue you when you should have just not gone through the water to begin with !

Nice Marlin .44 Magnum or Special. 24 inch barrel. Bought new 98/99. JM stamped. $1350 Not seeking trades at this time. Lucymcmail@gmail.com is easiest

Since DataRepublican found out about all the Federal money being sent to liberal organizations, and DOGE put a stop to a lot of those money transfers, there hasn't been as much money to hire protesters and bus them around the country.

Folks like to talk smack about Memphis and it being a leftist hive in the state. There is some amount of truth to that, however, Memphis is not Portland, Seattle, or NYC. They don’t go for that “burn down our own home” crap. Didn’t do it in 2020, ain’t gonna do it now.

In order to pave the way for our future upgrade to the Version 5 of our forum software, I am having to make some changes to the way that we handle tagging threads. Up until this point, a member could basically create their own tag by using the hashtag symbol within a thread. From this point forward, members will have to use a set of pre-defined tags that the staff and I set within the software. I am also removing all instances of miscellaneous tags and settling in on tags that make sense for specific things. For most of you this won't matter at all. Not many people used the feature in the first place. Except... We use tags for our Trading Post forums and that is why this change will be a good thing and not a bad one. We will soon begin using tags that indicate where you as the buyer or seller reside. This should make it a lot easier for folks who browse TGO from a mobile device.

Hit another milestone today. 199.6 lbs when I weighed myself this morning. I believe this is the first time I have been under 200 lbs since high school. I am close to being literally half the man I was when I started losing weight 13 months ago.

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Near mint, original case and three 9mm nighthawk mags. 3,800 firm

Belgium Browning A5 Light 12 1970 24 inch Vented Rib 2 3/4 Modified Barrel SN 70G 44924 Rear sight bead gone, easy fix. This is a 50 year safe queen. I am the second owner, I purchased in 1975. I never hunted or fired it. The original owner (Michigan) did shoot it minimally so there are a few minor aesthetics. I would rate it at 95 percent quality. No box, no papers. $750 Pickup in the Loudon County (Lenoir City, Loudon) area. Daylight hours. Public Location.

Smith & Wesson .22/32 Kit Gun needs a new home. This one has 4" pinned barrel, square butt, adjustable sights. Excellent condition, with only some slight holster wear at the muzzle. This gun has the S&W J-frame target grips that are not serialized, so therefore not original to the gun (they were on it when I bought it). Serial number dates the gun to late in the 1973-77 time period. $700 to a Tennessee resident legally able to purchase handguns. I'm in Chattanooga but will drive a reasonable distance for a deal. Thanks for looking, Whisper

SOLD....&W Model 41, made in 1979, 5.5 inch barrel, 2 S&W factory mags with steel followers, with S&W 7 inch barrel, original box and some paperwork. The pistol, mags, and extra Barrel are all in great condition, the box is a little worn around the sharp corners, but still in nice shape. I can meet locally within any reasonable distance from the Oak Ridge area. $1350 and no trades. This is a nice older Model 41, more photos if needed and if you have any questions give me a call/text at (865)805-7459...thanks..!

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I for one am not that easily swayed. All I see is leftists throwing tantrums over not getting their way,,,AGAIN!

And now for something completely different…… Winchester 94 Legendary Frontiersman 38-55 for sale. I understand a limited number of these were manufactured in the late 70’s. I used it in cowboy action side matches. It is accurate and an extremely fun “old caliber” lever action rifle to shoot. · In very good condition some light scratches on the right side of receiver I tried to capture in photos. · Has a Marble Arms peep sight mounted on rear and what looks like the original on front. · There is a dovetail for the original buckhorn which I do not have. · Will include the original box, however, it’s in very, very bad shape. If you’re considering a purchase, leave this out of your equation. · Comes with 35 rounds of HSM 38-55 240gr Round Nose Flat Point Cowboy Action ammo. · Approximately 300 Chey Cast Hi-Tek Super Coat Bullets. 245 grains. · Approx 450 pieces of Winchester and Starline 38-55 brass. · Set of Hornady 38-55 Dies. Asking $1200.00 for the package. I am just west of Knoxville however I will travel a reasonable distance for an established TGO member. Thanks for looking.

Selling this New in Box Zastava ZPAP M70 AK-47. It's the Cadillac of the AK family. I am only selling it because I have detached rotator cuffs and arthritis, What seemed light 20 years ago is now quite heavy. Comes with one Yugo 30 round bolt hold open magazine. $1100 OBO cash. Not interested in any trades. Local pick up in Clarksville. I would be willing to drive as far as Exit 24 on Interstate 24 for a Nashville area buyer. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The Zastava ZPAP M70 is a premium Yugo-pattern AK-47 rifle with updated features including a bulged trunnion, stamped receiver, cold hammer forged chrome-lined barrel, and classic walnut furniture. Chambered in 7.62x39, this rifle offers plenty of stopping power in a robust, uber reliable package that is equally well-suited for range use or self defense. It features a convenient bolt hold-open notch on the safety / selector lever, as well as an optics mount on the left side of the receiver. Specifications ManufacturerZastava ModelZPAP M70 Barrel16.3" Cold Hammer Forged Chrome-Lined Receiver Stamped 1.5mm Trunnions Bulged/Forged Caliber7.62X39 Thread Pitch14X1 LH Fire Control Group Heat-Treated Matched Weight7.9 Lbs (Unloaded) Overall Length37" Warranty1 Year SKULNG-ZASTAVA-ZR7762WM Country of ManufactureUnited States License RequirementFFL Mfg. Part NumberZR7762WM UPC685757098120 Caliber/Gauge7.62x39 Action Semi Automatic Barrel Length16.3" Threaded Barrel Yes

Original box. Two factory ten round stainless and I'm throwing in a new Factory OEM Mec Gar fifteen round mag. $330 Cash Firm. Pickup Nashville Airport Area. No trades wanted. TN DL over 21

Bringing a new pup home in a few weeks after he gets some additional training. We met up with the breeder this past weekend to finally meet him. My daughter wouldn’t put him down. Meet “Scout”, a beautiful sable GSD. I've wanted a GSD for a while now since putting our lab down last year. My wife has been very anti the idea, shedding, she thinks they are “scary”, etc. Come to find out she was talking to the breeder without me knowing planning a surprise puppy for my birthday.

Smith and Wesson Model 19 19-4 K Frame 2.5 inch pinned Barrel Case hardened hammer and trigger SN 91K0340 Beautiful (stunning) Factory original blue finish and barely a turn line Box matches revolver includes paperwork, wax paper and unopened tool kit (swab and screwdriver) Located Loudon/Lenoir City area. Meet up daylight hours only. I'm old so I can't drive far. $1095

This post inspired me and I just talked to that OG TGO rascal and good shootin’ buddy for the first time in quite a few months. We all need to meet up sometime. Thanks for posting this @gregintenn.

Well, there’s not much gray. They were so in love with him because he built cars that fit their climate cult agenda. They fell out of love with him because derangement fever.

Funny how the left wanted EV mandates and now they are burning EVs. Guess it never had anything to do with the environment.

How to trim a Bradford Pear tree!

I've done very well in the market so far this year. If you want to invest in the stock market, here are some free tips, so they are worth exactly what you've paid for them. 1. Educate, Educate, Educate yourself. Even if you're going to use an advisor. Good education isn't cheap but it will more than pay for itself. 2. Educate yourself some more. Study charts daily. It is the long game, not a get rich quick scheme. 3. Turn off the news. NEVER trade the news. News controls retail traders, not investors. Learn who actually controls the markets. You will be very surprised. 4. Stay off social media for advice, it's worse than the news. Don't listen to neighbor Bill either. If you do get a tip, do your own research. Remember that educate yourself thing? 5. Educate yourself some more. Know how to get your own information from real, reliable sources about companies, and know what that information means. 6. Do not attempt to day trade. Bots can trade 1000s of times a second. You can't. 7. Practice simulated trading until you can be positive on your trades 75 to 80% of the time. There are many free simulators out there. If you can be positive on 75 to 80% you will be crushing it and ready to hit the real market. 8. Did I mention educating yourself. It should never stop. 9. Have a plan and stick to it regardless of whats happening around you. ALWAYS have an exit strategy and get out per your plan. 10. DON'T GET GREEDY. The old saying is never truer than in the market. Pigs get fat, hogs get slaughtered. If done properly, the stock market is not really that big of a risk. If not done properly it will eat you alive.

Hi there, I am located in southern Nashville. I have a lightly used Colt 1911 (commander, .45 ACP) in excellent condition (only 250 rounds through it) - here is the Colt website for reference (https://www.colt.com/detail-page/combat-elite/?attribute_pa_variant=combat-elite-commander-45acp) Included with this handgun, there is an inner-waistband holster, a carrying case, two new 8-round magazines from Wilson Combat (model 47D - https://wilsoncombat.com/magazine-1911-45-acp-full-size-8-round-standard-base-pad.html) and an ammo canister with 850 rounds of range rounds 45 Auto 230 Grain FMJ Sellier Bellot (https://www.sgammo.com/product/45-auto-acp-ammo/1000-round-case-45-auto-230-grain-fmj-sellier-bellot-brass-case-ammo-sb45a). Beautiful gun and very fun to shoot. Very nice trigger. Features an external safety and a grip safety. I am happy to answer any additional questions you might have. Feel free to reach out! Cash only. Can be flexible regarding location, but preferably meeting around Nashville/Franklin area.

Got for sale a very sharp little Rossi Trapper in 45-70. The 16.5in barrel really makes this a dandy little pack gun. Looking to get $700 outta this one, has had two boxes of LeverEvolution shot through it.

Two small upswing style knives in 1/8" thick 440C. Long and narrow with smaller but comfortable handles. Combo kydex/leather sheath shown. Brass finger guard. $80 each shipped. 1. Olivewood handle. 2. Sold to ZLeeTheToolGuy zebrawood handle.

I think with ARs, you hit the point of diminishing returns pretty quick, say around $1500. A good quality barrel is the key and as long as the other parts are decent, I don't see much point in spending a premium on them. There are only a few major manufacturers of most of the parts, so I'm a bit jaundiced when it comes to the boutique AR market, especially when they're like "yeah other people make our parts but we QA them and put our name on them " and then not bother to actually do the QA / testing.

Both made with 440C SS with a finger guard as well. 12 1/2" OAL with a blade of about 6 1/2". Combo leather/kydex sheath with leather dangler. 2. Sold to Leethetoolguy Handle is ironwood and spalted oak with G10 pins and accents. SS finger guard. $130. shipped. Thanks for lookin'!!

I avoid it at all costs. I turn it off whenever possible when it’s added to an app that I use. Have deleted a few altogether for doing so. It’s proliferation pushes me closer everyday to getting rid of my smartphone altogether.