Obsidian has the property of having exceptionally sharp fracture edges, and has been used in some surgeries here in the states. That Mason jar point is just unbelievable, even though I can plainly see it. Were they particularly hard to chip?

I released the Palomino on private land. They do not good pets make, and they deserve their freedom. They are indeed extremely rare in the population. I have released all creatures rehabilitated except for two, V'ger, who became fearless of dogs which is a death sentence here, and Tiger, who cannot walk nor feed himself.

I am one of those people who believe that wild animals should not be domesticated, including elephants. Fortunately, elephants have the ability to punish their captors, as do many other wild animals - like chimps? Unfortunately, it cost that chimp his life.

I have been attacked by buck deer twice in my life, and I can attest to the fact that they have the ability to put your lights out permanently. Both were "pets" raised from fawns who attacked without any warning while being fed. Their speed and strength are awesome and frightening to experience. If one believes he is going to grab those horns and throw that deer to the ground, he is an utter fool. The buck will throw up his head if you grab his horns, which raises your arms, and then the buck will charge, which leaves your chest and face exposed to great harm. I can throw a cow or horse to the ground by reaching over its head and grabbing his chin and pulling it back into his neck (ala Clint Eastwood in "Josey Wells"). Both animals will fall to the ground/lie down. Not a buck. He will jump straight up, spin around, and nail your a$$ with a speed that will dazzle you.

20 rounds on one target today has convinced me I have yet to find the solution to my problem, although the spread has decreased dramatically. I have one more trick to try.

Jim