I am an old retired Marine (1948-1978). Joined when I was fifteen and rose to the rank of Major (perfect example of "Peter Principle", promoted beyond my capabilities).  I, like most collectors, have a compulsive-addictive personality.  If I like something I'll own ten in a month!  I am a former EOD officer, Explosive Ordnance Disposal or Bomb Disposal for the Brits.  I went back to work in the  RCRA cleanup of old Ammunition Depots about four years ago and have not had time to sell, I can always find time to buy.  My wife of 45 years has informed me it is now time to sell! 

I also have every copy of Arizona Highways magazine since they began color  (1945).  Changed to the bound voulmes a couple of years back and have a lot of those also.  Watch for them at any time.  If you have a request  let me know and I will post it (Buy it now?).  I do not sell outside of E-bay.

My wife collected Waterford X-Mas ornaments - all these will become available in the pre-holiday period.

I have collected old tools, pocket knives, military knives, blasting tools and other gadgets for thirty plus years.  Most of the tools are gone but I have a military knife collection that ranges from common to museum quality.  I had the pleasure of meeting the author of U.S. Military Knives in 1969 when he was on the Birmingham Police Force and I was a Captain at Ft McClellan, Alabama.  Mr Cole introduced me to War Surplus stores and the treasures hidden in their attics.  But that is another story.  I have belonged to the Midwest Tool Collectors Club and THCKK (The Hardware Company's Kollectors Klub) among others.

I am not an expert of anything (in the explosives business we define an expert as a "has-been under pressure").  I do have knowledge of some things that have passed through my hands and I enjoy sharing information if I can.  Everything I sell is uncondionally GURANTEED!  If you don't like it,return it.