So what did you put away this week?

Thanks Mechwolf.

 

I put away a couple of Baofeng UV-3R Mark II dual band radios.
While they aren't fixed to 2M and 70cm they do cover it VHF 136-174 UHF 400-470MHz

I didn't pick them up for the TX capability but more of the ability to hear the Ham Band, Local Govt, Marine Band, the 2M and 70cm HAM, FRS, GMRS and licensed business and municipal bands.

and They were freaking cheap!

Will i push the TX button, Nope not while the FCC is still in business. but for listening, I just couldn't beat it with a stick. BTPost has a much better comm setup, but I'm just branching out. RX for now, TX later.

 

Sorry for the delay, recovering from surgery. I originally found Dakin's in 2010:

Dakin's Solution/Supplies Needed/Print it Out !!
Thanks for the reminder !

Those that are preparing for short term and long term disasters more than likely have begun stocking up on certain supplies, such as bleach, water and baking soda. As versatile as these prep items are, it’s no wonder that preppers have a good supply of them. But did you know that when these three items are combined together, they create a powerful antiseptic that can save a life? This antiseptic, otherwise known as Dakin’s Solution (diluted sodium hydrochlorite solution 0.5%) can be used to kill most bacterias and viruses.

This antiseptic was first discovered during World War I, when doctors on the battlefield were trying to find ways to kill germs and prevent infections, such as gangrene and putrefacation from setting in. Doctors used Dakin’s solution before and after surgical procedures and for wound irrigation. It was most beneficial after the wound had been adequately cleaned and foreign material and dead tissue had been removed.

All Supplies Needed:
•Sodium hydrochlorite solution at 5.25% (Bleach-unscented)
•Baking soda
•Clean tap water
•Clean pan with lid
•Sterile measuring cups and spoons
•Sterile jar with a sterile lid
•Label for jar to label antiseptic,date, time and discard date
Directions:
1. Wash your hands well with soap and water.

2. Measure out 32 ounces (4 cups) of clean water. Pour into a clean pan and allow water to boil for 15 minutes.

3. Remove pan from heat.

4. Using a sterile measuring spoon, add 1/2 tsp. of of baking soda to the water.

5. Measure bleach according to the strength that is desired:

•For full stregnth – add 3 oz. bleach or 95 ml.
•For 1/2 strength – add 3 tbls. + 1/2 tsp. or 48 ml
•For 1/4 strength – add 1 tbls. +2 tsp. or 24 ml.
•For 1/8 stregnth – add 2 1/2 tsp. or 12-14 ml.
6. Place the solution in a jar and close it tightly with a sterile lid. Cover the closed jar with tin foil to protect it from sunlight.

7. Throw away any unused portion of the antiseptic within 48 hours of use. This solution can be made up to a month prior to using and stored away

Uses For Dakin’s Solution
•Minor scrapes
•Skin and tissue infections
•Can be used before and after surgical procedures to prevent infection
•Can be used as a mouth wash (should not be swallowed)
•Used as a wound irrigator solution to clean wounds
•Can be applied as a wet-to-moist dressing for wounds
According to WebMD, “The body’s own wound-healing tissues and fluids can decrease the antibacterial effect of Dakin’s solution. Therefore, this solution is often used only once daily for minor wounds and twice daily for heavily draining or contaminated wounds… Additionally, protect the surrounding healthy skin with a moisture barrier ointment (i.e. petroleum jelly) or skin sealant as needed to prevent irritation.”

Additional Information on Dakins Solution

Published by Tess Pennington on June 17th, 2010

 

I went with
2x BAOFENG UV-3R FM Two-Way Radio Body
2x 3.7V/1500mAh Battery
2x Antenna
2x Power Adapter
2x Belt Clip
2x Battery Charger
2x Earpiece PTT
2x Neck Strap

77 bucks delivered. It seemed that my 79 dollars in my paypal account was telling me something.

 

Nothing, that pint of whiskey is gone. Got a lot of burnin done tho!!

 

Nothing "new" lately but cleaned the man cave and found lots of goodies that I had not categorized(that is fancy for lost in the jumble-lol). Lots of ammo, supplies, 4 cases of quart jars, two pints, ammo can of .50 cases, but still looking for the six lbs. of Varget--danged gremlins must have gotten to it. Can even get to the powder magazine now without moving everything in the room. On radios, have my old set + some CB stuff in a metal box and insulated.

 

Got 3 apple trees from Lowes, 50% off each and they still come with the 1 yr guarantee. Will be getting new canvas for our pop-up camper this week, putting that on should be FUN! Since getting my property (22 acres) I've worked on sighting in a different rifle each weekend. I've shot more in the past month than I have in the past few years!

 

Got the last part for my new ar build (front sight post) Its now functional just needs a sling

 

Just bottled a case of homemade blackberry wine. First time that we've tried making wine. We'll see how it turns out. Next year, we're hoping to learn from our mistakes this year and do better. I want to try some Elderberries and Muscadines next year as well.

 

A tiny bit of cash,some jugs of water,some cans of corn ( i eat a lot of corn ) some knowledge and i also talked myself out of buying something i can most likely make myself...that counts too right ?

 

Thanks for the info...eventually i would like to grow my own corn ...and other veggies organically.

 

We stocked up on 2 orphaned kittens this week. Wild critters around here made short work of the rest of their family. I named them Munchkin and Kentucky. And got some light bulbs.

 

Everyone started at some point and mine has been in the last 6 months (other than gardening). I started putting away knowledge first. I have been doing a lot of reading and recon before I start gathering. Learning what I need in my BOB, making choices of where to go and how to get there if I have to split. How to can, and store food for long term. How to make my garden better. Prices on rifles, and ammo. Planed a hunting trip with friends in OK this Thanksgiving. Where I can purchase medications (US scripts that are OTC in other countries since I travel a lot) Things I have already implemented such as making sure my gas tanks are full, making sure guns and ammo are together. I have now started the gathering process. I have been a gardener for years for fun, but now I see how important it really is. I found a killer deal on 550,000 Heirloom GMO free seeds 38 different veggies. I have added 7 kinds of fruit trees this year, and expanded the garden from 25x25 to 75x75. purchased 72 qt canning jars. bought 6 cd's on canning, hunting, trapping, homesteading, gardening, greenhouse, etc. I canned my first batch of tomato sauce. Sealed 500 codeine (OTC canada) and 500 antibiotic (OTC UK) ...... I have a lot of work to do in organizing my home so I can really get down to what I envision doing...but it's a start. I look forward to updating and getting to know you all on this forum.