That ain’t good enough!!!

[Trencher]

I'm new to this forum, but I believe some of this is perception. Most likely there are many generations represented here and each generation interacts differently. I come from a generation where sarcasm and b busting is normal and not taken personally. I've noticed other generations didn't experience this and do take it personally, even when it is not the intent. I'm sure we can all do better in our discussions.

 

[2tonic]

...I carry a 38 J frame sidearm for self protection.

Well that’s dumb!

.... that shot about J frames is just Stu-pid. They are Gods gift to the earth.

Sigh.....and so it begins.

 

[Gunaddict]

I, too, have been accosted by the perceived “snobs” occasionally. I have learned to try and keep a thicker skin because there will always be individuals perceived that way on any public forum. Although, sometimes, there are very well meaning and just not great communicators. There is much to learn and a lot of good advice and opinions to help you along with whatever quest you may be on. You can also ignore or block those you may feel are not on your wavelength if you so desire. Happy hunting!!

 

[Michigan Slim]

I've had the opportunity to meet several fellow members here. Each was a completely different sort but great people all. I've had the pleasure to work on setting up a press, casted some round balls, hunted and hung out with another.
I've really only busted someone's balls when they wrote a long missive with no punctuation and with many spellin errers. I should not have to think about what I reading that dang hard.

 

[indyblue]

I'd like to see all social media nuked.

You sure? This site is considered "social media".

But yes, I think it has more negative effect especially on younger folks who can't put it down.
I hope more schools ban phones from classrooms, kids need to learn and practice some discipline.

 

[92FSTech]

I'm new to this forum, but I believe some of this is perception. Most likely there are many generations represented here and each generation interacts differently. I come from a generation where sarcasm and b busting is normal and not taken personally. I've noticed other generations didn't experience this and do take it personally, even when it is not the intent. I'm sure we can all do better in our discussions.

I don't know why, but your post made me think of the movie Gran Torino, specifically the scene where Clint Eastwood takes the kid to the barbershop and schools him on how to talk like a man.

Now, I don't go around dropping the F-bomb like Clint, here or in real life, but the underlying message of that scene (and the film as a whole) had a lot of validity. If there is depth of relationship and earned respect, the words themselves are received differently. But that's also hard to establish and convey via a forum post on the Internet, especially with newer members who haven't yet established themselves in the community.

 

[Trencher]

I don't know why, but your post made me think of the movie Gran Torino, specifically the scene where Clint Eastwood takes the kid to the barbershop and schools him on how to talk like a man.

Now, I don't go around dropping the F-bomb like Clint, here or in real life, but the underlying message of that scene (and the film as a whole) had a lot of validity. If there is depth of relationship and earned respect, the words themselves are received differently. But that's also hard to establish and convey via a forum post on the Internet, especially with newer members who haven't yet established themselves in the community.

Sarcasm and wit are hard to convey in a written format, such as this. I agree, it also, depends on the relationship with the individual. As a whole, I try to believe most people are joking around with comments. Some are gruff in speech and come across as something they are not. I would rather presume the best before thinking the worse of someone before I get to know them. In relation to the topic at hand in this thread, we all can be better in our communication.

 

[12many]

Not a bit of probs w the mods, but that shot about J frames is just Stu-pid. They are Gods gift to the earth.

You definitely had the best definition of J frames I have ever heard.
I have a thing for them ever since I had the first one in my hand.
A friend of mine told me about INGO several (about 13) years ago, and if I remember right I posted some about something or may be asked a question about something, and received a few replies that made me think what the heck???
Said something to my friend and his response was "f*** 'em" so after that I was careful as how ai responded or started a thread.
Been on here around 13 years and only have about 750 responses, but just by reading I have learned a lotand started several threads.
So Mij I appreciate this thread.

 

[55fairlane]

Im certain some people on here have a negative view of me. Being in a compilation guy (and not a pistol guy in general) . I want to discuss the ballistics of a 6BR or why go 6XC vs 6.5-284 (6.5 norma)
I generally keep my mouth shut. Example, most people worship the 10/22 or think accuracy is a 1 inch group at 50 yards off the bench. I get it, I live in a different world, therefore I try not to flame anyone. The people I do flame say really stupid things like my 22lr will do a 1 inch group at 600 yards. Or an 8mm Mauser is illegal to own because it was a German gun. Sometimes I just walk away because you can't fix stupid.
There times I do enjoy bragging just a bit about my 600 yard (mid range) or a Palma match I did well at. The 800 & 900 yard targets aren't that hard, that 1000 yard is hard......... this comes from everyone around me being happy with average, so I like to do above average.
Sad thing I will share all me knowledge, about reloading, smallbore or high power, tool making.....but no one wants it, they just wanna brag about El cheapo rimfire ammo performance.....or how they can hit a tin can at 300 yards with a 38 sp.

In other words, I get it, it ain't good enough....I get it.....I get flammed for owning an Anschutz, shooting Palma & no being a diehard revolver guy

Aaron

And I'm sorry if you you all think I'm that gruff guy, who has no humor

 

[DoggyDaddy]

And I'm sorry if you you all think I'm that gruff guy, who has no humor

Gruff and funny are not mutually exclusive! I consider myself gruff and funny! At least I try to be funny.