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USAPatriot · 07-02-2014, 20:27

Civilian guest, no .mil service but did volunteer for the Navy right before the Tet Offensive. Failed the physical because of a small blind spot in left eye. Told the doctor that my NRA pistol classification was Master Class & insisted that shooting a pistol or rifle would not be an issue but he refused to pass me. I never thought something so insignificant would prevent me from serving.

Attended the University of Memphis with a major in Park Administration, became an Arkansas State Park Ranger (1976), attended the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy & shot a clean score on the qual course. Was appointed firearms instructor, worked with new Rangers and competed twice in the National Police Pistol Matches (a humbling experience). Was “promoted” to Park Manager, hated the job, left in 1982. Sold insurance & investments until 2002, then became self employed. My website at Precision-Gunsmithing.com describes the scope of work done in the shop.

Free time is spent riding the Harley Electra Glide with my wife, showing our 5 year old granddaughter how to shoot her pink camo .22 rifle and participating on Candlepower Forums or LightFighter.net.

An Army QP friend (who describes himself as a lurker) suggested I join this forum. My knowledge of SOF is very little & I want to learn more. The only contribution I can offer is that I modify Surefire flashlights (both hand held & WeaponLights) to accept high capacity rechargeable cells. These save money & offer extended runtimes while providing the same light output as CR123’s. Some soldiers use the E-series lights for low profile ops & like the idea of carrying fewer cells on extended missions.

I always observe OPSEC & PERSEC. This forum will greatly expand my SOF knowledge & I’m excited to read a lot & post only when appropriate.

Thank you to all service members both active duty & prior duty.

07-02-2014, 20:27	#1589
USAPatriot Asset Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Benton (southern) Illinois Posts: 2	Civilian guest, no .mil service but did volunteer for the Navy right before the Tet Offensive. Failed the physical because of a small blind spot in left eye. Told the doctor that my NRA pistol classification was Master Class & insisted that shooting a pistol or rifle would not be an issue but he refused to pass me. I never thought something so insignificant would prevent me from serving. Attended the University of Memphis with a major in Park Administration, became an Arkansas State Park Ranger (1976), attended the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy & shot a clean score on the qual course. Was appointed firearms instructor, worked with new Rangers and competed twice in the National Police Pistol Matches (a humbling experience). Was “promoted” to Park Manager, hated the job, left in 1982. Sold insurance & investments until 2002, then became self employed. My website at Precision-Gunsmithing.com describes the scope of work done in the shop. Free time is spent riding the Harley Electra Glide with my wife, showing our 5 year old granddaughter how to shoot her pink camo .22 rifle and participating on Candlepower Forums or LightFighter.net. An Army QP friend (who describes himself as a lurker) suggested I join this forum. My knowledge of SOF is very little & I want to learn more. The only contribution I can offer is that I modify Surefire flashlights (both hand held & WeaponLights) to accept high capacity rechargeable cells. These save money & offer extended runtimes while providing the same light output as CR123’s. Some soldiers use the E-series lights for low profile ops & like the idea of carrying fewer cells on extended missions. I always observe OPSEC & PERSEC. This forum will greatly expand my SOF knowledge & I’m excited to read a lot & post only when appropriate. Thank you to all service members both active duty & prior duty. Last edited by USAPatriot; 07-03-2014 at 14:38.
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