Originally Posted by jaguartx
Originally Posted by AcesNeights
I’m pretty sure that other than a few of the fancy stuff Putin is still using stuff from the 1970’s…probably early 70’s. Adapted or updated stuff or just plain dumb bombs doesn’t matter to him. The Russians were never known for not having enough bombs and missiles during the long Cold War.

They survived Napoleon, the Ottoman Empire and the 3rd Reich.


Solely because of their latitude and the logistical problems posed by the vastness of the country. “General Winter” defeated those armies. If Russia were located closer to the equator, it would have been conquered. As stated, Russia’s soldiers and tactics are second - or even third - rate.


Originally Posted by shrapnel
I probably hit more elk with a pickup than you have with a rifle.


Originally Posted by JohnBurns
I have yet to see anyone claim Leupold has never had to fix an optic. I know I have sent a few back. 2 MK 6s, a VX-6, and 3 VX-111s.