NewHampshireBoy

Age 75. USCF rating was1508 but no longer active as a tournament player in USCF tournaments. Played music in 2 U.S. Navy bands. Married with one daughter and three adorable cats. Retired musician, ham radio operator with telegraphy my favorite mode and a lover of books on military history, ufology, biographies, music, geopolitics and chess. Also collect Russian classical music and jazz plus some Texas Swing among other genres as well. Well versed in various weapons and their use plus knowledge of various calibers of ammunition and different types for various uses. Was rock climber and mountain biker. Rode 3000 miles in two summers and packed a Ruger long barreled 357 Magnum at all times anytime I was outdoors. Carried a small 9 mm piece for backup. Used special loads. I am an independent voter and despise both major parties. I am politically centrist as I detest extremism both left and right.