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Originally posted by comet24:

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Originally posted by Leemur:
Dewalt cordless tools. Still have all my dad’s 18v tools and they run as good as the day he got them some 20 or so years ago.

Their tools are built well. I've dropped a few from more then 6' onto concrete and all but one 18v light worked fine. Although I have broken a few from lots of use.

Had to take a 18v nail gun in for repairs. Had a guy break the shaft on a 18v sawzal. Killed the gears or something inside a 18v drill. For the record those tools saw a lot of work in a professional environment not homeowner use. Haven't broken any 20V tools yet but I don't think any of them have the hours on them when the other broke.

I'm a fan of Dewalt as well. A few months ago I added their green laser level to my collection as I have several projects I'm using it for. Might be the best tool purchase I've ever made. Absolutely LOVE it!

PS - Ottosig - imho, do yourself a favor though...change that battery before it leaks and toasts the inside of the scope.

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Originally posted by Rotndad:
While more for the Pro mechanic I highly recommend Snap ON Impact "guns". I have an 18v Li/Ion that is at least 15 years old. I sent it in to be repaired 2 years ago because the plastic trigger broke. I paid $85 and they replaced everything as far as I can tell. It now rides in the back if my CRV as a back up and road side assistance gun. I most recently used it 2 days ago on the way home. I swear it hits nearly as hard as my new Snap On 20v Impact. The new 20V model hits hard enough that the tire kids will borrow it when their pneumatic gun want break lug nuts free.

I gave my S-I-L 75 bucks for his, what the Snap-On guy offered him as a trade in on a new one. About two years later I sent it in for an overhaul, that and a new battery adapter cost me about 120. Even at 200 bucks I still think I came out well.

On DeWalt, I got twenty years on a 9.6v drill driver, upgraded in 2016 as I let the smoke out of that one. It still worked somewhat but I think I got my money's worth from it.

Dillon reloading equipment

A Great product backed by a great warrenty

One of my presses is a Sq Deal
It's probably over 30 years old

The handle broke

Called Dillon, they apologized and a new handle assembly was in the mail and to the house in a couple of days, no charge

RUGER firearms. Anytime something breaks they pay for shipping both ways and are courteous and polite on the phone.

^^plus one on Ruger’s customer care. My dad sent a 44 magnum deer stalker in because of a broken trigger spring, they sent the gun thru the line and re blued it and put. New stock on it too...this was in the 80s....

I had a mini14 that I returned because of a bent barrel (I was t-boned by a 60 caddy, my ranger didn’t make it). They put a new barrel on it for no charge.

Smith and Wesson: fixed my little 5 shot 357 scandium pistol that blew up on the second round i every fired thru it. It turned out to be the ammo, but they fixed it free of charge(it was my ankle gun for a few years until someone handed me a buncha cash for it-another gun I wish I never sold)

RCBS: I dropped a powder throw and broke the plastic hopper- a phone call got me a new one - surprised me when the lady said it was free of charge.

Dillon: they have another rock solid warranty.

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Originally posted by bigeinkcmo:

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Originally posted by comet24:

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Originally posted by Leemur:
Dewalt cordless tools. Still have all my dad’s 18v tools and they run as good as the day he got them some 20 or so years ago.

Their tools are built well. I've dropped a few from more then 6' onto concrete and all but one 18v light worked fine. Although I have broken a few from lots of use.

Had to take a 18v nail gun in for repairs. Had a guy break the shaft on a 18v sawzal. Killed the gears or something inside a 18v drill. For the record those tools saw a lot of work in a professional environment not homeowner use. Haven't broken any 20V tools yet but I don't think any of them have the hours on them when the other broke.

I'm a fan of Dewalt as well. A few months ago I added their green laser level to my collection as I have several projects I'm using it for. Might be the best tool purchase I've ever made. Absolutely LOVE it!

PS - Ottosig - imho, do yourself a favor though...change that battery before it leaks and toasts the inside of the scope.

Believe it or not i took it out after making the post!

I have no firearms here overseas so i figured battery-less was safest and saves my batteries when no need is required

John Churchill Goat Skin Fencing Gloves. Made in Centralia, Washington since the 1800s. Goat skin is denser than leather and therefore is more durable and more wind resistant. They actually have a cow leather welt on the stitches. I get about 5 years from a pair. $70 delivered.

NEOMAG Sentry Strap.
No more sling flopping around on any rifle.
Can’t vouch for longevity cuz I just got mine but I wish I would have had these 10 years ago!
(There’s also 10% off now and free shipping until 12/31)

This little light of mine ...

W. T. Kirkman No. 2 Champion Oil Lantern, with or without reflector
Indoors use Lamplight Medallion or Klean Heat. Outdoors K-1 Kerosene is fine
Features a full weight old school thick glass “Loc-Nob” Globe bearing W. T. Kirkman trademark, and an improved WTK #262 wing-lock burner with brass wick tube for superior performance and highest wind resistance. Extra durable galvanized construction for better rust resistance

I also have the W. T. Kirkman No. 1 Little Champ with reflector. Built just as good as the No.2, just a little smaller. 7/8" wick vs 5/8" wick.

Built much sturdier and more historically accurate with thick glass globes than their respective current Dietz models.

Oil lanterns have many pros and cons but the warm soft light and nostalgic feel brings fond memories and I smile every time I light them off. Bonus, the W. T. Kirkman No. 2 Champion is a workhorse.

EDIT: As with most oil lanterns, keep it vertical. Tipping and fuel will come out the font from under the burner and spill from around where the air tube is attached to the font. Oh, and don't let the cows tip them over either

Rite in the Rain products.

I’ve used their notepads and pens exclusively for several years. They have saved me countless times. Most recent was a few nights ago as OIC on a homicide, in the pouring rain. I was able to write down important notes without worrying about the paper tearing or the ink bleeding. Absolutely worth it.


OtterBox Defender cases.

Every phone I get immediately goes in one. Never had a phone broken in one.

^^^ I have several oil lanterns but the W. T. Kirkman No. 2 Champion (back right) is the one I recommend if you only have one. Of course you might opt for a smaller or less robust one and likely won't go wrong.

Picture for size comparisons ...

Mary's Gone Crackers

I really love these. I get them at Costco, but it looks like they are available at a lot of places now.

Victorinox pocket knives
Victorinox fibrox kitchen knives

Not the latest and greatest super steel, but the QC is on point and the price is right.

Seiko watches. I bought may first one in '69' just before getting out of the army that I wore for 14 years and have had 2 chronograph style watches and my current solar watch since then. That's 4 of them in over 50 years and I replaced them only because I got bored with them, not because they died. They all kept perfect time.

Jim

Best five dollar over 2lbs grocery store pizza you will ever eat. Even comes with two generous seasoning packets of Crushed Red Pepper and Italian Spice ... I use all of both but your tastes may differ. The 16" pan (sold separately) just fits my oven rack. Of course many will prefer baking directly on the rack. Big ole tasty pizza for only five bucks ... Amen

Dyson Vacuum cleaners. Our DC-25 is at least 10 years old and we have a German Shedder. We also have a battery powered Dyson stick vacuum for our hardwood floors. Haven’t had it near as long, but it works well too.

Hunter original ceiling fans.
They’ve been making that model since the late 1800’s.
We have two of them. They have been quietly running for the last 30 years.

Forget about EVER buying milk OR beverage creamer EVER again.

I like most everything Nestle but this powdered milk gets consumed the most. The label is in both English and Spanish. I think it's mostly intended for the Latin American market and since I can't find it locally, I purchase once or twice a year on Amazon.

No expiration dates to worry about. No rush to consume before it goes bad. The "Best By" date on the can is generally 8-10 months out. Some reviewers claim the same great taste 4yrs after opening. I believe it. I never worry about the date on this stuff.

Nutritionally, it's very similar to whole milk, maybe because it's made from whole milk unlike most powdered milks found in the U.S. Even has a couple of added nutritional benefits. It also has fat in it, so it's creamy and tasty. I use it where ever milk or beverage creamer is called for. Works great for cereal and I put a scoop in a cup of hot brewed tea. Coffee I generally drink black but this works great as a powdered coffee creamer too.

I get the 56.4 ounce canister and it will make up to 3.3125 GALLONS of milk. It's only a couple of dollars more than fresh whole milk and lasts hella lots longer and is hella cheaper than coffeemate.

So if you want the best powdered milk money can buy with the same great nutrition of fresh whole milk for close to the same price of fresh whole milk and is awesome as a powdered creamer as well or maybe you're a prepper looking for great dairy nutrition ... here ya go.

Highly rated (by 5,627 people) Amazon link ... https://www.amazon.com/gp/prod..._title?ie=UTF8&psc=1





NUTRITION FACTS of Fresh Whole Milk by comparison ...

PowerHouse Caulk from Sherwin Williams. Available in a ton of colors to match just about any trim and paint, holds up great, you can mold it, flows great, is flexible and lasts.

L. L. Bean boots (the pair they put their name on). Took nearly 15 years of hiking, hunting, and general city/ desert walking to wear out my first pair. Working on wearing out a second pair now.