A PSA from BP Tactical Services

[BPTactical]

Howdy all!
First and foremost may you all have a great Valentines Day!

Now on to business.
As many know I returned to full time employment last summer running a machine shop. Heavy and physical work.
A few months ago I was at work and felt a twinge in my elbow while tightening the chuck on the big lathe.
No big deal, I figured I just pulled a muscle or strained something, not unexpected as it has been a while since I did heavy work like this and I'm not 20 years old anymore.
I worked through it, it was sore and I figured it would go away.
Well, it hasn't. I went to the Dr and lo and behold, I managed to tear the muscles and tendons where they attach to the bone in my elbow.

To make a long story short I will be having surgery in a couple of weeks to repair the damage. I will not have tangible use of my left arm for 6-8 weeks post surgery so during that period I will not be doing much Gunsmithing work.

Just wanted to let my peeps know in advance.

Thank You

[cfortune]

That sucks Bert. Hope everything goes smoothly and recovery is speedy.

[ray1970]

Hope all goes well.

Also hope having one gimpy arm doesn't ruin your Valentines Day.

[Ah Pook]

Good luck on a speedy recovery. Listen to the Doctor and don't rush it.

[Dave]

Ouch, that sucks. Hope you heal up soon since I still have something in your shop. [Coffee]

[USMC88-93]

Your dominant arm? that would suck. I had surgery on my elbow for neurological issues before. Sucks, there are all sorts of things both public and private that become remarkably hard to adjust to your non dominant hand. Follow the physical therapy to stretch your muscles and tendons out for full range of motion to the letter. It took a long time for me to be able to fully extend my arm. All my work was done at Panorama Orthopedic.

[Delfuego]

At least your "right hand" is ok [Wink]

[Roger Ronas]

Wishing you a safe surgery and speedy recovery.

[asmo]

So sorry to hear that. Mainly because I was just going to email you about threading a couple of barrels. :p

Hope you feel better soon.

[Irving]

Hope you recover quickly and smoothly.

[BlasterBob]

No more of the old "switching hands and NOT missing a stroke" for Bert. [ROFL3]
Follow the Doc's orders Bert.

[gnihcraes]

Wishing you a speedy and full recovery.

[rondog]

Better build yerself a sponge on a stick fer asswipin', unless the wife really likes ya.....

[opie011]

Hope you have a speedy recovery and heal up quickly!

[KestrelBike]

Damn, Bert! Hope you get better quick and well. Assuming you're going to do physical therapy, follow their directions!!

[OtterbatHellcat]

Fast healing to you bro...hope it all comes back good.

[bellavite1]

WTF man!
I would say you need to go get blessed, but coming from me may not do you an good...
Let me know if you you need any help, seriously, rides, whatever (well, almost...[fags])
I am off on Wed, Thu and Sundays.

[SideShow Bob]

Better build yerself a sponge on a stick fer asswipin', unless the wife really likes ya.....

He's not a follower of Islam. So either hand is fine......[Tooth] Learning to wipe with the other hand is a pain.

Sorry to hear Bert, and wishing you a speedy recovery.
And as others have mentioned, I almost got a completed pile of parts I was going to bring you around the end of the month when I can afford the last bits. Guess I'll have to break out my angle grinder & 5 lb single jack and put it all together myself.

[sniper7]

Hope you have a speedy recovery!

[SideShow Bob]

WTF man!
I would say you need to go get blessed, but coming from me may not do you an good...
Let me know if you you need any help, seriously, rides, whatever (well, almost...[fags])
I am off on Wed, Thu and Sundays.

He will need Santiago's, hot, and a large Red Bull every Tuesday & Thursday mornings..........

[Fentonite]

?.. Listen to the Doctor and don't rush it.


Follow the Doc's orders Bert.


....follow their directions!!

He doesn't do that very well...
"Let it rest"
"If it hurts, don't do it"


Sound familiar? But no, you gotta keep pushing. You're older than me, for Christ's sake! Dumbass.
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love ya brother. Get better. Reach out if you need anything. You have my number.

[Sawin]

I am sorry to hear that Burt, but no surprise you worked right through it. They'll give you some good pain meds if you ask nicely... ;)

[mcantar18c]

Sorry to hear Burt. If you need a hand with anything (no pun intended), let me know.

[brutal]

Best of luck in surgery and here's to a speedy recovery Bert.

[cstone]

I thought Dark Smith Lords always came in pairs? The master and the apprentice. So was it your apprentice that got to you? You can tell us. [Coffee]


Have you gone through the catalog to see what types of implants you are going to get to replace the OEM parts? Be careful choosing the German parts. I hear they are pricey but well made. When they go on the fritz you may wind up embarrassing yourself making saluting motions at inappropriate times and in groups that might be offended. Tell the Doc red loctite, because you don't want that thing coming loose again.

You know where I am big boy and just how fast I can get there. [Beer]

[Musashi]

Sorry to hear Bert. Get well soon and all that jazz

[TFOGGER]

Bert, you're a better smith one handed than most are with two, but I hope you heal soon!

[brutal]

I thought Dark Smith Lords always came in pairs? The master and the apprentice. So was it your apprentice that got to you? You can tell us. [Coffee]


Have you gone through the catalog to see what types of implants you are going to get to replace the OEM parts? Be careful choosing the German parts. I hear they are pricey but well made. When they go on the fritz you may wind up embarrassing yourself making saluting motions at inappropriate times and in groups that might be offended. Tell the Doc red loctite, because you don't want that thing coming loose again.

You know where I am big boy and just how fast I can get there. [Beer]

If it's a rude German Doc, don't let them install anything backwards!

[Gman]

Ouch. Take care of yourself and hope your healing goes well!

[Aloha_Shooter]

Sorry to hear about your injury. Here's to a speedy recovery ... [Beer]

[Hound]

Bert, I wish ya well. That sucks. If you need something, do not hesitate to give me a call. It's fine to not do the 'man thing' and let all of us carry you a bit. You have been a good man to many of us on this forum.

[beast556]

Take it easy and dont rush the recovery, its not worth it.

[roberth]

Hoping for a complete and speedy recovery.

[StagLefty]

Best wishes and speedy recovery [Beer]

[Alpha2]

So, how do you repair a Bert? Chuck him up and give him a spin?

Best wishes for a speedy recovery, Bert. I think I read that in a card somewhere...

[JOEO]

Wish you well and a quick recovery Bert.

[theGinsue]

Very sorry to hear this Bert.

Get fixed up & heal. I won't schedule you for any more MMA bouts for the next 3 months.

[DonnyCommo]

Best of luck and a speedy recovery!


Sent by a hollowed out coconut using morse code

[Zombie Steve]

Get well soon, Bert.

[nynco]

I hope you heal well.

Perfect time to get a crock pot and some oxtail to make the best joint health stew ever.... works well for me when my tendons and ligaments are hurt.

[wctriumph]

Well that sucks, Bert. I know the feeling.

Get well soon.

[Robby30-06]

Perfect timing Bert as I don't have any work for you that can't wait a bit.

Seriously though, best healing wishes sent.

[hatidua]

-do the recommended PT.
-don't rush the elbow
-good luck
-thanks for all your past work

[Rucker61]

Get well soon, and get off the Injured Reserve.

[bogie]

Get well, man!

[Akyla]

Damn buddy! Take it easy once you have the surgery. Try to at least. Let me know what "pain killer" you want me to bring by.

[DavieD55]

That is a bummer! Get well soon.

[killianak9]

Hope for a speedy recovery man[emoji482]

[Slapps74]

Pm incoming.

[Chad4000]

Recover quick! I was thinking seriously about giving you like 4 or 5 of my guns for overalls lol.