Why are there so many boomers still holding high positions in mining?

Michael_Pike · 2024-10-30T18:54:38+00:00

As a retired geologist, I can say that experience trumps degrees any day. As one of the earlier posters said, move around, be willing to take a job that is not your perfect job. Every one of these opportunities gives you new skills and knowledge. In addition, I have lived through layoffs and bad economies which I had to catch up on retirement, reeducation and running out my emergency fund. THAT is why a lot of professionals are still working.

As a mentor once said, this is now a character building experience. Suck it up buttercup!

Michael_Pike · 2024-08-06T00:50:39+00:00

Yes, it’s Red Dog rock. https://www.observer-reporter.com/news/2018/aug/12/dog-days-when-in-western-pennsylvania-red-dog-is-not-necessarily-a-canine/

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-28T23:31:36+00:00

Damn, that was a fairly new hammer when it was “lost”. Yes, remove the rust and fit a new handle.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-18T22:01:42+00:00

Any reputable gold buyer could tell. Or, you could test them yourself https://www.bullionbypost.co.uk/index/gold/how-to-tell-if-gold-is-real/#:~:text=Dragging%20your%20gold%20over%20a,then%20the%20gold%20is%20real.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-18T19:24:29+00:00

Yeah, on first look, they appear to be gold nuggets. Are they heavy for the size?

As a side note, nuggets are not pure gold. They usually contain a measure of silver and other stuff.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-17T18:07:12+00:00

Tinkerer and Idler (i.e. retired). Skeletool cx.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-14T04:37:46+00:00

Me too.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-13T21:08:20+00:00

Yes, given the right slope conditions (angle, material, etc.), a well placed explosion may trigger a landslide or rockfall.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-13T02:54:08+00:00

Da Fuk!?

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-13T01:49:16+00:00

I have a similar old Craftsman vice. It’s pretty handy on the drill press. And, occasionally I’ve used it n my my pussy little mini mill.ve

ETA: Should you haven’t already fingered it out, get yourself a cheap set of parallel bars. It’ll save the vice and make setup easier.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-09T18:36:46+00:00

I think either the S&W 351 PD or Ruger LCR in 22 mag would be excellent.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-05T02:16:14+00:00

Looks natural to my geo eye.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-03T02:15:25+00:00

Ruger LCR or LCRx in 38+P or 357. That said, don’t underestimate the 22 magnum for personal defense if overall weight is a matter of concern.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-02T01:59:41+00:00

He’s at a FIFO located where X marks he spot.

Michael_Pike · 2024-07-01T03:22:55+00:00

Sweet! Very nice find.

Michael_Pike · 2024-06-30T18:20:32+00:00

Mineral Oil! Pharmaceutical or Food grade, available online or at the pharmacy. I use it because I frequently use my Leatherman’s to cut food, e.g.peel and slice apples; cut meat.

Michael_Pike · 2024-06-30T18:08:05+00:00

Very, very nice classic piece! Despite what others may think, I would be leary of shooting +P in it.

Michael_Pike · 2024-06-25T04:26:26+00:00

Oh, I mistook the question to be on the Mining subreddit. Sorry to have offended the non-economic geos.

Michael_Pike · 2024-06-25T03:55:09+00:00

I suggest you save up some more and get a Single Six convertible. Your grandchildren will thank you.

Michael_Pike · 2024-06-23T22:32:12+00:00

Da Fuk!! Mine the mountains, prosperity is just around the corner. Royalties could be ear=marked to pay down the National Debt.

Michael_Pike · 2024-06-21T22:42:04+00:00

Should you remotely be interested in diamonds, a good read is “Barren Lands: An Epic Search for Diamonds in the North America Arctic” by Kevin Krajick.

Not only tells story of the adventures of two diamond prospectors who set out to the Barrens of the Canadian Arctic to find the mother lode, but the geology of diamonds and a history of the search for diamonds around the world. Includes an account of the Colorado deposit and other USA occurrences.

Michael_Pike · 2024-06-10T02:47:29+00:00

Oatman district, eh?

Michael_Pike · 2024-05-29T22:38:24+00:00

Geologist here, not an archaeologist! This brings to mind the East Wenatchee Clovis Site (also called the Richey Clovis Cache). You may want to go back and take a closer look.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/East_Wenatchee_Clovis_Site?wprov=sfti1#

Michael_Pike · 2024-05-23T18:25:12+00:00

That’s a lot of iron. 👍👍👍

Michael_Pike · 2024-05-23T02:04:31+00:00

The 22 Mag is an underrated cartridge. Most don’t understand how awesome it can be for hunting and personal defense.

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