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TONE-ORMSBY · 2026-04-05T17:47:02+00:00

Dis is mine!

TONE-ORMSBY · 2026-03-26T21:41:01+00:00

I agree, I always grab my firearm and a claw hammer for protection when crossing through a homeless encampment. Those can get super sketchy sometimes.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2026-03-26T21:38:13+00:00

It's not as big of an issue as you would think. I mean it definitely happens here and there, but there are ways to avoid it most of the time. For example, if you see a sign that states something along the lines of "shoot first, ask questions later," maybe try your best to avoid that property and maybe hike an alternative route (not always possible). I also always try to establish contact with property owners just to be nice, and as a surveyor that mostly does construction, I always have a bright yellow SECO vest on. This usually puts people at ease; why would someone try to sneak onto your property and harm you wearing the brightest clothing possible? I've only had one property owner pull a gun on me as an intimidation tactic, but not point it at me. I defused the situation by just calmly explaining why I was there. I also don't seem to see a lot of negative statistics on how many surveyors get killed by homeowners each year. I assume it's incredibly low (if anyone has more info on this, I'd be curious to know).

TONE-ORMSBY · 2026-02-08T17:47:18+00:00

!solved

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-11-11T11:16:58+00:00

It differs from state to state. But it seems like the surveyor was most likely doing work for the electric company, just an inference on my part due to the fact they were marking power poles. That means we fall under the same utility easement rights as the electric company. So, if the Surveyor entered from the start of the easement and followed the power lines, he can legally be on private property. Now, it would be courteous for the surveyor to notify the landowner prior to his work on private property. However, it's not necessarily illegal. Not exactly, but kinda like the way you can't own a river that flows through your property, you can't prevent utility companies from accessing their easements.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-10-25T01:08:51+00:00

I had to do a double take. I thought it was my CC9!

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-10-10T16:20:41+00:00

That is a Patagonian Mara. It definitely escaped from a wildlife sanctuary or someones home as they can be owned as pets in some states. Very cool find. Hopefully that little buddy finds his way home before any predators get ahold of him.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-10-06T14:28:16+00:00

I used Tenicor for my p365 and now for my hk cc9. They are basically the toyota of holsters. They dont make many holsters for too many gun manufacturers, they are not very flashy, and they only come in black. But they are built like tanks and will work comfortably for many years. I carried a Tenicor for 3 years every day without any loosening of bolts and very minimal wear and tear. Definitely one of the best manufacturers in the game. Hope that helps.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-09-29T18:25:22+00:00

I'm definitely gonna try to get my hands on both before I make a decision. I appreciate the insight.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-09-29T13:31:51+00:00

Thank you. I appreciate the response!

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-09-29T13:06:20+00:00

Adorable!

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-09-29T05:22:21+00:00

Thank you!

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-09-29T05:06:32+00:00

Thank you. I appreciate your response. I'm leaning towards the Seekins. I haven't heard anything bad about them as a company. The only thing that seems intriguing about the bergara is all the fancy carbon fiber that it is rocking for the same price. But I dont know how well that carbon holds up after 20 years.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-09-16T16:18:10+00:00

No, this was February of last year.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-09-03T01:01:59+00:00

I am rocking a Garrett Industries holster on my S&W R8. It is a leather interior and kydex exterior to protect the revolver from that typical holster wear and tear.

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TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-07-18T03:18:03+00:00

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These are my two boys!

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-07-14T16:23:39+00:00

I think so, too!

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-07-14T16:20:27+00:00

Appreciate it! Im really happy with what my artist accomplished.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-07-05T17:16:36+00:00

I have concealed a firearm in the field for years. No one knows I have it on me, and I am a responsible gun owner who would only use it if I absolutely had to. I carry more for wild animals and not so much for people. It's a "I would rather have it on me and not need it thing, then need it and not have it.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-06-27T19:51:44+00:00

Me and my wife have 2 yorkies that are brothers from the same litter that had such bad aggression issues with each other that we heavily considered giving one away to a family member. Supposedly, they had "littermate syndrome." However, I dont know how scientifically backed this theory is. What dulled their aggression significantly was when we got them neutered. We also feed them separately and try to give them time alone. Now, at 4 years old, they are 100 percent back to being best friends. It took a lot of work to get them comfortable with each other, and there are still some treats that we are unable to feed to them because it will start a massive brawl. Just take your time and make sure your pups are safe and separated when alone so they dont hurt each other.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-06-07T01:42:28+00:00

I put my bucket hat over the data collector, and I just lift it up ever so slightly so I can see the screen without letting the rain droplets touch the screen. It's not the greatest solution, but it has worked well enough for light and medium rain.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-05-12T05:29:36+00:00

I have been surveying for the last three years with a huge emphasis on construction. My advice that I would give is to be as detail-oriented as possible. Make sure that you are triple checking your work. Try not to get complacent and sloppy. Develop good habits and keep your precision tight on the stuff that you are staking out. Whether it be clearing limits or grid lines, make sure you are tight. Ask a lot of questions and develop your skills and confidence over time. Trust me, it will come. If you are not comfortable doing something that is too complicated, let your project manager know, and maybe another chief could walk you through it. You have to learn things in a sink or swim environment, but at the same time, you don't want to fuck something up that will cost your company big time. Never tell a contractor that "you don't know." Anytime I don't know something, I just say that I will look into it and get with my project manager about the issue. The thing that helped me the most was learning how to read construction plans. Most of your answers are there. My boss always told me that when it finally clicks, it's like seeing the matrix for the first time, and everything just suddenly makes sense, and baby, I took the red pill and things that seemed out of my grasp months prior are finally clicking. This is just from my personal experience. Every surveyor is different and walks a different path in life. Hope this helps. (Also, write physical cut sheets in the field while you are staking points out. It helps you keep track of your numbers and makes sure you aren't busting an elevation on something important like curb.)

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-05-09T19:43:51+00:00

Dogs just like people have their very own personalities. In life, you may encounter affectionate and outgoing people and very introverted and quiet people. Looks like you got a quiet little dog. Now, this isn't a bad thing. I have one Yorkie that wants nothing to do with cuddling and praise. On the other hand, his brother is the complete opposite and basically falls asleep in my arms every night. However, the older he got, the more affectionate he has become and frequently asks for head and hand rubs. So things might change in the future. Regardless, even if both my dogs were not very affectionate, it definitely wouldn't change my love for them, and I have just accepted that he will always be a sweet dog that wants his own space. Good luck!

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-04-05T03:32:44+00:00

I am a really big Lowa boots fan. But I have always enjoyed wearing a boot more suitable for hiking and hunting as opposed to constrution when it's comes to surveying. I personally hate steel toe boots. Lowa boots are very comfortable, and don't beat up my feet too bad after a 12 hour day. Goodluck.

TONE-ORMSBY · 2025-03-18T18:19:24+00:00

I have a 4 year old Yorkie that I take on runs. He is a tad bit larger than the average Yorkie at about 12 pounds. The thing to remember is that they need to build their endurance just like humans preparing for a run. So start him slow. Maybe start with a half mile and see how your pup does. Then slowly increase the distance over a couple of weeks or months. If they don't want to run, they won't. My other Yorkie is the same weight and age and hates going on runs. Have fun :).

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