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I’m in St Augustine.
October 27, 2021, 11:05 AM
P220 SmudgeI’m in St Augustine.
Pics of the fort to be posted later, I think I got some good ones.
Headed to Top Gun Supply.
Anything else I should see this afternoon before I head back to Palm Coast?
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Endeavoring to master the subtle art of the grapefruit spoon.
October 27, 2021, 11:09 AM
PerceptionI was in St. Augustine earlier this year and NOW I find out Top Gun Supply is down there? Dang, talk about missed opportunities.
"The people hate the lizards and the lizards rule the people."
"Odd," said Arthur, "I thought you said it was a democracy."
"I did," said Ford, "it is."
"So," said Arthur, hoping he wasn't sounding ridiculously obtuse, "why don't the people get rid of the lizards?"
"It honestly doesn't occur to them. They've all got the vote, so they all pretty much assume that the government they've voted in more or less approximates the government they want."
"You mean they actually vote for the lizards."
"Oh yes," said Ford with a shrug, "of course."
"But," said Arthur, going for the big one again, "why?"
"Because if they didn't vote for a lizard, then the wrong lizard might get in." October 27, 2021, 11:19 AM
P220 Smudgequote:
Originally posted by Perception:
I was in St. Augustine earlier this year and NOW I find out Top Gun Supply is down there? Dang, talk about missed opportunities.
No offense to the owner, but you didn’t miss much. Decent shop, but not much to see.
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Endeavoring to master the subtle art of the grapefruit spoon.
October 27, 2021, 11:24 AM
Modern Day Savagequote:
Originally posted by P220 Smudge:
Headed to Top Gun Supply.
Is
Doc Steve still working there? Haven't seen him post in several years.
October 27, 2021, 11:26 AM
HRKquote:
Anything else I should see this afternoon before I head back to Palm Coast?
There are some interesting stores and places to eat downtown, very touristy.
When you get back to Palm Coast, drive down to Ormond Beach FL (North of Daytona) to Florida Gun Exchange if you want to see a real gun store... 35 Miles south on 95..
https://floridagunexchange.com/There's also a lot more things to do and places to eat in Daytona.
October 27, 2021, 12:07 PM
BigSwedeDon't get anything on ya
October 27, 2021, 12:21 PM
P220 SmudgeThanks, HRK. Might head out there in a bit. Got back to Palm Coast, I’ll see what we’re feeling up to after lunch.
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Originally posted by Modern Day Savage:
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Originally posted by P220 Smudge:
Headed to Top Gun Supply.
Is
Doc Steve still working there? Haven't seen him post in several years.
I used to get an email from him every once in a while. Not in years. Hope he’s well, but no idea what happened to him.
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Endeavoring to master the subtle art of the grapefruit spoon.
October 27, 2021, 12:33 PM
DaveLIf you like good seafood, but especially fried shrimp, swing by O'Steen's
October 27, 2021, 12:49 PM
tgtshuterIf you like some good flavored heat with your food, look for some minorcan clam chowder.
It's a tomato based clam chowder, seasoned with datil pepper(s), that are -I think - unique to that area.
If you like that type of clam chowder, which I do, you'll get hooked, as I did when I was down there a few years ago.
Th pepper itself is pretty hot, but the chowder I had wasn't crazy hot at all, just a nice heat and flavor. I know it's all subjective...
https://whatscookingamerica.ne.../minorcanchowder.htmEdited to add; There's a small business run by 2 guys who "love all things datil".
They sell a great hot sauce year 'round, and fresh peppers when seasonal, which is now.
I've ordered from them before, and getting ready to place another.
BTW, I'm not affiliated to them in any way. Just 2 good guys who make/sell a great product they're passionate about.
https://www.savethedatil.com/October 27, 2021, 05:51 PM
P220 SmudgeWound up going to a deli and got a nice French dip, then came back to my friend’s place and took a nap. I go through airport security in seven hours, so further exploration will have to wait for the next visit. I’ll upload pics when I get home tomorrow.
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Endeavoring to master the subtle art of the grapefruit spoon.
October 27, 2021, 05:55 PM
EdmondPalm Coast is an awesome town. Hidden gem in many ways.
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October 27, 2021, 06:12 PM
P220 SmudgeMy limited experience so far is it’s not a bad place at all. Quiet, plenty nearby, equidistant from Jacksonville, Orlando, and Brevard County (spent much of late last week and the weekend visiting friends and family in Cocoa Beach), and St Augustine is a short drive from where my friend lives. I like it.
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Endeavoring to master the subtle art of the grapefruit spoon.
October 27, 2021, 07:48 PM
sjpHell, my wife and I were there for lunch with my sister. Drove by top gun twice today...
October 28, 2021, 08:34 AM
valkyrie1Stay away from Salt Life restaurant bar beach side, used to be good when they first opened not so anymore. One thing cool about the old village its constantly evolving. The restaurants are better,the Martini bar next to the Hilton is pretty good especially around the holiday times when St.Aug is lit up...Pretty diverse eateries...
October 28, 2021, 12:38 PM
Top Gun Supplyquote:
Originally posted by P220 Smudge:
No offense to the owner, but you didn’t miss much. Decent shop, but not much to see.
Tough crowd.
October 28, 2021, 02:33 PM
HRKquote:
Originally posted by Top Gun Supply:
quote:
Originally posted by P220 Smudge:
No offense to the owner, but you didn’t miss much. Decent shop, but not much to see.
Tough crowd.
Need to get up there one day and check it out..
October 28, 2021, 02:56 PM
RichardCquote:
Originally posted by HRK:
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Originally posted by Top Gun Supply:
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Originally posted by P220 Smudge:
No offense to the owner, but you didn’t miss much. Decent shop, but not much to see.
Tough crowd.
Need to get up there one day and check it out..
Friendly, knowledgeable folks behind the counter when I visited.
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October 28, 2021, 03:42 PM
Underdogquote:
Originally posted by Top Gun Supply:
quote:
Originally posted by P220 Smudge:
No offense to the owner, but you didn’t miss much. Decent shop, but not much to see.
Tough crowd.
I had a great experience there recently. Link to the Sig Forum thread below.
Top Gun Supply October 28, 2021, 10:15 PM
Tuckerrnr1I communicate with Doc Steve on a regular basis. He is doing fine. He spends his days tooling around with Dudley, his old blind rescue dog.
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October 28, 2021, 10:28 PM
ARmanquote:
Originally posted by tgtshuter:
If you like some good flavored heat with your food, look for some minorcan clam chowder.
It's a tomato based clam chowder, seasoned with datil pepper(s), that are -I think - unique to that area.
If you like that type of clam chowder, which I do, you'll get hooked, as I did when I was down there a few years ago.
Th pepper itself is pretty hot, but the chowder I had wasn't crazy hot at all, just a nice heat and flavor. I know it's all subjective...
https://whatscookingamerica.ne.../minorcanchowder.htmEdited to add; There's a small business run by 2 guys who "love all things datil".
They sell a great hot sauce year 'round, and fresh peppers when seasonal, which is now.
I've ordered from them before, and getting ready to place another.
BTW, I'm not affiliated to them in any way. Just 2 good guys who make/sell a great product they're passionate about.
https://www.savethedatil.com/
I love this stuff! I have a recipe and make it from time to time. The Datil peppers are a little hard to come by, and other chiles just don't have the same taste....
ARman