What government issues this and to whom? Growing up next to a large Army Post, spending a lot of time at surplus stores, hanging out with old timers, 16 years in the Army and Army National Guard myself, I've never seen one of these.
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I have never seen one of these while on active duty n the Army. Even when bayonets were issued, never received a sharpening stone, what is the nomenclature and national stock number?
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Thank you for the inquiry, this is a new civilian model. This is not military surplus.
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Nancy I have no idea what their policy is. I've had mine longer than that by far and it's just fine. Sorry......): Bob
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The one that I received was the same government issue type that I used in the Army in the early 90's. My guess is that it's a Viet Nam era type (I'm not that familiar with Army mess kit history). They are very durable, since they are made of steel instead of aluminum. I hope this helps.
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Thank you for a post that is easy to understand with good information! I have read many, many complaints about the Life Time Map updates because of the advertisements...many people are returning the units. It's hard to find one that is not part of this program. In this case "older is better'!
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My question was asked last spring, and has long ago been delth with. Other than that, I do not know what you are asking.Lee Truman
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It's kinda shady the way some of the sellers label the guards. I would contact each seller individually to be sure. We had trouble with this as well.
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I had a usmc kabar for over 6 years. It was used throughout Afghanistan and then some. Not hard use because it's a combat knife afterall. I recently bought us army one from here and it seems a bit different. I mean it is the same steel and all but just feels different. Not by much. Maybe it's just me.
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I'm not sure I understand the question about it being a civilian model. The sight is the same, whether it is sold to civilians or military, the only difference being the military ones are stamped "USMC". Given the volume of sights being sold, I do not believe they were stolen from the Corps.It is the best rear sight that I have bought and was a piece of cake to zero.
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I know this post is very old but I would like to know more about your cat's situation. How many vets have seen him/ and so on. The thing I want to comment on for now is how you started the post, "the little feline friend who rescued me almost 2 years ago". I have always felt the same way about my little companions. Please if you are still around, give me an update.Thanks
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Do you have a family member or relative or great friend that live here in America? Have them buy it for you and ship it to you? (just an idea) don't have a solution to this question really.
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I honestly don't know but since it went to my granddaughter and her family is Army, I'm guessing we'll find out : D
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Up to you. My personal experience is that they are a rip-off. You pay, think you're covered. When you need it, there's always some reason that it doesn't cover your situation. Just like insurance and government promises.
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RE: RobinsonIt's so unusual to actually get a response to a post sfter all this time. I'm happy that the link was of some value. Buying stuff on the Internet and looking for solutions to issues is like an adventure. I can't tell you how many times I have happened across the fix for a problem I have experienced by just searching Forums. I believe that anything you can think of is either currently being dscovered of solved/marketed by doing a Goole search.
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Looks like a warranty issue to me. Packages 4 Patriots has two of these and our volunteers, including Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts use and abuse them without any issues. I liked the first one so much I purchased a second.
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While I agree with you regarding the use of products that do harm, I must say I'm wary of giving the government even more regulatory power. The FDA (which is most likely the agency that would govern this) is NOT your friend. I'm sure, for example, that there are probably cures for diseases that would make companies far less $$ than treating a disease. I think the FDA is in bed with big Pharma regarding things like that. IMO, the federal government already has way too much power and spends billions a year in support of all the regulatory agencies. Have you ever looked at a list of 'em?Although it would take longer, I believe educating people is the better way to go. While I agree with you regarding the use of products that do harm, I must say I'm wary of giving the government even more regulatory power. The FDA (which is most likely the agency that would govern this) is NOT your friend. I'm sure, for example, that there are probably cures for diseases that would make companies far less $$ than treating a disease. I think the FDA is in bed with big Pharma regarding things like that. IMO, the federal government already has way too much power and spends billions a year in support of all the regulatory agencies. Have you ever looked at a list of... » Read More While I agree with you regarding the use of products that do harm, I must say I'm wary of giving the government even more regulatory power. The FDA (which is most likely the agency that would govern this) is NOT your friend. I'm sure, for example, that there are probably cures for diseases that would make companies far less $$ than treating a disease. I think the FDA is in bed with big Pharma regarding things like that. IMO, the federal government already has way too much power and spends billions a year in support of all the regulatory agencies. Have you ever looked at a list of 'em?Although it would take longer, I believe educating people is the better way to go. « Show Less
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Remember, Thomas, our glorious FEDERAL government today (a morphed out debacle) PROHIBITS the sale of these wondrous pieces of nature in regular stores. Why would they be involved in (supposedly) helping you with some kind of warning label? Why in God's name would you WANT them involved? They're doing enough damage already.