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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.
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