Welcome back since 61. I'll take a swing at your questions.
Those who have fancy guns, holsters, belts, etc. like to show them
off, and a barbeque is a good place to do so. Never been to one myself
but I hear they are quite popular in Texas and other places.
There is nothing you can do about the pictures that turned up missing.
Apparantly the third party host wants more money and is holding the
photos hostage.
As far as carving is concerned, I have often wondered why 99% of the
carvers use the same basic design. You see something different
occasionally, but not often.
We like to see pictures. Post yours if possible.

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