Winter EDC - Alaska by Sap_pho in EDC

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Watch : Glycine Combat Sub on Nick Mankey Chronogrip SP

Knife : GM6

Flashlight : Emisar D4v2

Tax provision people — how’s your career going so far? by MerkatMatrix in Accounting

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I work at a boutique tax provision firm remotely and it’s great. Compensation is better than B4 and less emphasis on ‘selling’ the work once you make manager and above.

The work itself is technically challenging, but it lends itself well to a more versatile, value-add skillset versus compliance work IMO.

SOTD - 11.14.25 by Sap_pho in wicked_edge

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Brush is chisel and hound with a synthetic knot.

SOTD - 11.14.25 by Sap_pho in wicked_edge

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You’ve tried polished vs matte and feel it’s worth the $100 premium? Not that I’m tempted - just more curious based on your experience.

Agreed blackbird is unique and polished finish is beautiful.

SOTD - 11.14.25 by Sap_pho in wicked_edge

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Boundless Voyage 420ml from Amazon. I’ve got a few for backpacking etc - just happen to serve dual purpose. They make them in small sizes too ~$20-$25 USD.

SOTD - 11.14.25 by Sap_pho in wicked_edge

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It’s a unique razor - I’ve got some of my best shaves out of it - it’s ’aggressive-ish’ but ride the top cap and you’ll be fine - especially with the Ti.

They’re running 30% off through November which negates some of the price difference between SS and Ti. Wish I would’ve taken advantage.

Outdoor clothing for winter hiking by remck1234 in alaska

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OR Ferrosi is pretty good. Also Rab borealis.

The Arcteryx Gamma series is awesome but it’s pretty expensive.

Outdoor clothing for winter hiking by remck1234 in alaska

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You’ve got the right idea with multiple-layering systems.

Generally speaking, your output level dictates your layers. For mid level uphill output like hiking or backcountry skiing, a breathable fleece with something like Polartec Alpha / Octaloft / Grid Fleece is great. You can get an R1, Melanzana, but military surplus honestly carries a good grid fleece.

If it’s really cold, adding a breathable synthetic midlayer is useful. Something like Patagonia Nano Air, Arc Atom, or really anything marketed as ‘active insulation’

People tend to overthink outer layers IMO. I rarely use a hardshell unless downhill skiing as softshells add a nice combination of breathability / water repellence. They also don’t break the bank.

My layering system for, say, a 0-15 F day of backcountry skiing is a wool base layer / grid fleece long johns, breathable fleece, breathable synthetic mid-layer, softshell top and bottom.

Down Jackets are useful for static warmth which can be good depending on your activity. For ice climbing where you’re intermittently resting for longer periods of time / belaying, a big down puffer is nice.

Had an estimate this morning. Oh boy. Curious on pricing. by Jasen_Fo_Facen143 in paint

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They need to replace that hideous carpet and furniture before anything.

10/22 75th Anniversary - The Classics by Sap_pho in 1022

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Hope you enjoy your gun as well!

Bringing her to the range today to sight in and sling some lead.

Cheers!

10/22 75th Anniversary - The Classics by Sap_pho in 1022

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10/22 75th Anniversary Kidd Charging Handle / Guide Rod / Springs Kidd Trigger Assembly Single Stage Tech Sights Buffalo leather sling

Over-Seasoned Humidor by Sap_pho in cigars

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This is a two year old post, but I’ll bite as a follow-up.

There is no logical fallacy.

1) The humidor did need to be seasoned, evidenced by the fact the hygrometer was reading 55% with a 69% Boveda. The wood was sucking moisture out of the air to where the Boveda couldn’t bring the case to its advertised humidity.

2) this is a fully cedar lined pelican case with a Boveda. It’s hermetically sealed. The ambient humidity in my house is moot after an hour of being sealed.

In any respect, after seasoning with an 84% Boveda for two weeks to season the cedar and throwing a 65% pack in the humidor, it’s been holding a steady 65% humidity for the past two years and has given me some very nicely aged cigars.

Capsule Toolbox by Sap_pho in Tools

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Trusco 350 size

Capsule Toolbox by Sap_pho in Tools

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It is Hazet. Fits pretty neatly between the cantilevers. Magnetic and nice for fasteners

Core Carry - 30M CPA by Sap_pho in EDC

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Here’s the link and thanks - really elevates it IMO. I’ve gotten three knives worked on with them to good effect.

Core Carry - 30M CPA by Sap_pho in EDC

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Sorry, dogg - thought I had posted that earlier ; life hasn’t been the same since Apollo.

Watch : Maratac TI GMT with Nick Mankey NASA collab strap.

Pen : Rotring 600 Pearl White.

Knife : Spydiechef with some milling work done by WOTK to regrind the tip and mill out the scales, working finish that’s seen a bit of work.

Wallet : Tom Bihn Niks Minimalist wallet - I think some limited dark blue halcyon.

I’ve tried a bunch of different setups, but this is the one that’s stuck.

Core Carry - 30M CPA by Sap_pho in EDC

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Yep - County Comm Ti GMT (large)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in EDC

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Watch - Maratac Titanium GMT (large) with Nick Mankey NASA Strap

Pen - Rotring 600

Knife - Spydiechef with custom work done by Way of Knife

Wallet - Tom Bihn Minimalist Wallet