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  1. q_1966

    RUS army to issue conscripts "Army Vanity Cases" (shaving kits)

    Shaving machine you say...fancy lol
  2. q_1966

    Marks / Grades: School / GED or PLAR [MERGED]

    In BC in 2005 you only needed grade 11 math to graduate from high school with a diploma not sure if that's changed. "The minimum required education to apply for this position is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 11 or Secondaire V in Canada. Foreign education may be...
  3. q_1966

    seaman's knife?

    I imagine serrated makes rope cutting easier, advantage of it being partially serrated; best of both worlds.
  4. q_1966

    seaman's knife?

    The Yachtsman style sheath (with marlin spike and shackle key is quite popular) not sure about specifics with the blade (part serrated / non serrated). http://www.grohmannknives.com/pages/r3s.html http://www.canadiansoldiers.com/equipment/personal/edgedtools.htm
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    RCN charting a new course in command roles and the reserves

    "At the operational level, functions are being delegated to one of the two coastal commanders. Commander Maritime Forces Pacific will assume responsibilities for Naval Training Systems, individual training and education, as well as governance of the Personnel Coordination Centres. Commander...
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    Being deaf in the US Military

    Could make the same argument that they "lowered the standards" to let women into combat roles. ::) Edit: Sorry didn't read the confused part. I'm not sure what the regulations are but he was able to join eventually and go so far as 3yrs of 4 in his ROTC training, doing an exceptional job, but...
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    Being deaf in the US Military

    Keith Nolan gives an amazing speech. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtKTcPq7XBs
  8. q_1966

    Cpl. McEachern-PTSD or Suicide Attempt?

    This topic has been linked by CTV News. http://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/full-statement-from-cpl-maceachern-s-husband-1.1630115
  9. q_1966

    Information Management - DND Security Risk Related to Information Disposal

    Couldn't find a Harddrive in a blender video so here's an Ipad. Will it Blend? by Blendtech http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAl28d6tbko&list=PL5B2372870FCE5A72&feature=c4-overview-vl
  10. q_1966

    CTS buttpack strap question

    I know the buttpack can also be slung over your shoulder with the the two small side buckles, is that what your talking about? edit: sorry didn't realize you were talking about the CP Gear CTS buttpack and not the 82 pattern webbing buttpack. Attaching CTS Butt & Patrol Pack Video...
  11. q_1966

    New memorial envisioned to honour Canada's war dead

    Looks like the memorial will be beautiful. BZ.
  12. q_1966

    Canadian or US Army Wool Blanket?

    Can't go wrong with history, Wool is an ancient fabric.
  13. q_1966

    Renewal, reinvestment in Cadet, Junior Canadian Rangers (JCR) programs

    I think though that you shouldn't remove the ability to recruit Junior CIC Officers, yes some think it's a continuation of when they were in Cadets/High School to still be chums with but how would they learn from the experienced COATS NCM's (Senior NCO's to experienced Cpl's especially) how to...
  14. q_1966

    Renewal, reinvestment in Cadet, Junior Canadian Rangers (JCR) programs

    Isn't COAT's just a little more official way of doing what was done before, on a bigger scale. Retired CWO & MWO's living there retirement, nobly I might add; on Dieppe & Sicily parade square at Vernon Army Cadet Camp & sometimes as CO's of Cadet Corp's as well. Edit: Retired or close to...
  15. q_1966

    Wanted: 180K x "Nice underwear" for RCN

    lighter material with mesh venting at the thigh / crotch seam for the mens gitch maybe. But I've always just wore Joe Boxer Boxers. Marks Work Wear House Driwear socks are the only socks Ive seen that can be worn without an outersock, in dress shoes or work boots; so far that keep my feet dry...
  16. q_1966

    Wanted: 180K x "Nice underwear" for RCN

    The Army underwear sucks for summer and sweat, except for the fact that its long enough to prevent chaffing on the thighs, hopefully they will take that into consideration for Dark Blue/Black Skivvies...Do we really need separate underwear for all 3 services btw (assuming the RCAF makes...
  17. q_1966

    Peter O'Toole dies aged 81

    Fall asleep while watching and you might dream that your in the movie. :pop:
  18. q_1966

    Peter O'Toole dies aged 81

    Lawrence of Arabia is one of my favourite movies, Peter O'Toole and Omar Sharif were great in that film.
  19. q_1966

    Naval Cadet Epaulettes

    Also make sure its black if your an OS. as the Army ones have more of a dark green tint. I had fun confusing people as a Pte(B). on a naval base wearing cooks whites in the galley.
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    RCAF Leather Jacket (merged discussion and mocking)

    Should be brown with fur/fake fur collar, then I would give a thumbs up. Post edited* Pleather  :D I prefer something a little more classic, just cant afford it. http://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/product-detail.php?id=106...
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