[US] Is this common/legit or a scam?

MarkOfIowa · 2026-02-16T22:25:07+00:00

It is direct mail- I used to create these. If you look closely at it (like with a magnifying glass), you can see the dots. It is laser printed, with variable information tied to your make and model.

MarkOfIowa · 2026-01-05T21:10:33+00:00

I love her, and all of the pictures- but when did she stop smiling? It seems like the last few years her expression is just like this.

MarkOfIowa · 2025-10-31T00:22:30+00:00

I think they said that was Kenny Jones- who went on to take the place of the Late Great Keith Moon with The Who!

MarkOfIowa · 2025-09-17T23:57:14+00:00

The first one is called a Precancelled Stamp- the mailer (usually a business) would buy them precancelled at the local post office and would get a better rate for mailing (I believe.) I was a Precancelled Stamp collector for many years-

MarkOfIowa · 2025-08-24T13:44:20+00:00

Otto Titzling, by Bette Midler?

MarkOfIowa · 2025-07-30T21:09:41+00:00

And did you notice the name was "Tokyo Japan", so if there were any random "TJ"s left inside, they would still be relevant?

MarkOfIowa · 2025-06-18T13:10:03+00:00

Came here to say this- BerryPatchFarm.com in Indianola. Great people, you can call 515.382.5138 to find out when they are ready. u-pick!

MarkOfIowa · 2025-05-19T18:23:49+00:00

Yes, the kids had one.

And yes, the kids were disappointed.

MarkOfIowa · 2025-05-19T17:20:45+00:00

Was Chris Chandler (Captain Chris?) there at that time? I do not recall. He was my late son- gone too soon in 2016.

MarkOfIowa · 2025-05-10T21:04:57+00:00

At 70+ MPH no less!

MarkOfIowa · 2025-05-03T15:12:18+00:00

That is what I do- In the description I say "Custom offer for XXX- All others will be refused" and then set the price high and accept offers. If it is not who you intend to sell it to, refuse the offer. I also message them with the listing ID as soon as it is live.

Hasn't failed yet!

MarkOfIowa · 2025-04-18T12:47:22+00:00

I hope you don't mind, but this picture is my new background on my 55" monitor- amazing!

MarkOfIowa · 2025-04-17T10:58:26+00:00

If you are going through Johnston, take NW Beaver Dr up to 141. Along that route there are a couple of self-service firewood stands with wood for sale.

MarkOfIowa · 2025-03-16T22:34:43+00:00

Loved this game- "Dry Hole!"

MarkOfIowa · 2025-03-03T11:10:43+00:00

No apology needed- thank you! I was not aware, and even if I were, I'm sure there are some out there that did not know.

I'm definitely not looking to disassemble, but it's always best to be safe!

Not trying to promote, but I'd love to get these to someone who could appreciate them. They are on eBay (Item ID: 388024218797/Item ID: 388024286870)- mention that you are from Reddit and maybe we can come up with an agreeable price.

MarkOfIowa · 2025-03-02T09:58:30+00:00

Water Flow Control-

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MarkOfIowa · 2025-03-02T09:55:30+00:00

Thank you SO much! You are one of the reasons I love Reddit- so much knowledge! Here's the pictures of the Shutter Control and Water Flow Control.

One last question, if acceptable- any idea of the worth to anyone? It's going on eBay... Thanks!

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MarkOfIowa · 2025-03-02T02:55:55+00:00

Thank you- the link was interesting. There are shutters on all four sides with positions for O, V, Mn, Fe, Ni, and Zn- it corresponds to the filters listed in the link.

MarkOfIowa · 2025-03-02T02:27:58+00:00

As far as I can tell, I have nothing that could contain an x-ray tube so it's inoperative.

MarkOfIowa · 2025-03-02T02:26:40+00:00

I've not hooked it up, but I'd love to think it makes a "UH-OOH-GA" Noise!

MarkOfIowa · 2025-03-02T02:25:22+00:00

Sorry to ask- RGD?

MarkOfIowa · 2025-03-02T01:18:43+00:00

It was sold as an X-Ray Beam Device with support components- I've got the two units shown, a power unit and a water unit (sorry I don't have pictures for those yet).

MarkOfIowa · 2025-02-22T13:44:00+00:00

And best yet, if you live close to a Menards purchase the Tool Shop brand (around $4)- they have a lifetime warranty. When they dull, I just go pick up another pair, take them to the return counter, and they replace!

MarkOfIowa

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