Forum Rules

[Kanewpadle]

Ever read the rules regarding posting?

His royal Apeness and his court of merry moderators have done a wonderful job of keeping things straight around here. But I think they missed a few things when writing the rules.

Such as:

1. If your very first post as a member is to bash S&W, don't expect much in return.
2. If you complain about something that is completely your fault expect someone here to point out the obvious.
3. If you start a "this" versus "that" thread, you will be held monetarily liable for the moderators time to deal with it.
4. Spelling errors are understandable. But if you don't capitalize or punctuate, expect mass confusion and dumb looks.

What else can you add?

 

[mc5aw]

5) Everyone posting a "How'd I do?" thread is not interested in objective opinion, but merely gratuitous confirmation to make them feel good about themselves, to which they will receive a terse, "How'd you do what?" reply.

6) 99.9% of all "What's it worth?" threads aren't worth much.

7) Potential buyers should have a minimum of 25 recent posts before responding to a WTS ad with an enthusiastic "I'll take it!"

8) Posting broccoli threads is sophomoric and silly, but is part of a secret Forum ritual. If you don't understand the significance of broccoli, it stems from a problem in your head.

9) Full disclosure: a portion of all Forum donations goes toward royalty payments to Sip and his team of comedy writers.

10) Every post made by Forum members is tracked in a government database. In an effort to jam the Feds' clandestine surveillance of us do-goodniks, please post early and post often.

 

[Cyrano]

5) 8) Posting broccoli threads is sophomoric and silly, but is part of a secret Forum ritual. If you don't understand the significance of broccoli, it stems from a problem in your head.

10) Every post made by Forum members is tracked in a government database. In an effort to jam the Feds' clandestine surveillance of us do-goodniks, please post early and post often.

Just one of many problems I have in my head.

More truth than poetry in that one.

 

[P&R Fan]

(1) The dreaded Internal Lock has been beat to death. Just to clarify...we all hate it

(2) Zombie threads are also kinda tiresome.

Although there has been some speculation the Zombies actually invented the IL, but you didn't hear it from me.

Oh, almost forgot (3) You should NEVER shoot a Zombie with a +P load, especially in a non-model marked S&W revolver. Or at least don't tell us about it here if you do, some of us will get REALLY mad.

Jim

 

[timn8er]

"8) Posting broccoli threads is sophomoric and silly, but is part of a secret Forum ritual. If you don't understand the significance of broccoli, it stems from a problem in your head." mc5aw

As long as we're cool with broccoli, I'm OK with the other rules.

 

[smokindog]

12) All firearms lost in boating accidents must be reported.

 

[k22fan]

9999999) For any violation of these new rules you will be taken out behind the barn and paddled with a ……… kanewpadle.

 

[Cdog]

Before posting questions concerning load data for .38 Special, 9x19, .45 ACP or any other common caliber, REFER TO YOUR MANUALS!

If still not satisfied, USE THE SEARCH FEATURE.

Older eyes peruse these post. If you won't your post read by them, line spacing is a necessity!

 

[Skeptic 9c]

If you get an exceptionally good deal at a shop or show, TELL US WHERE IT IS IN TIME TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT! Please.
Geoff
Who notes the ammo shortage put a local GS out of business and he found out about the out of business sale too late!

 

[CAJUNLAWYER]

Threads about your colonoscopy, hemmohroid operation, bathroom reading habits or signature lines that read "a lawyer but not your lawyer" tend to get locked quickly so get your licks in as soon as possible.

 

[sophie]

I think it would be a good idea if the administrator and moderators set a limit on participation of new members before they could list a gun for sale in the classified adds. They need to have a track record before listing. Lots of new members list guns for sale right away. Lee has caught some of them quickly. I don't know how this could be enforced though. Seems like we see this quite often.

Just my 2 cents

 

[OFT II]

WHEN YOU POST DON'T DO IT ALL IN CAPITAL LETTERS!!!

Please.

 

[H Richard]

I'm just glad that there are so many responsible individuals that also have a humor streak that participate here. I too would like to see a minimum post limit on members before posting a For Sale add. I always pass on these just as I do on Gunbroker and Auction Arms if the dealer doesn't have very many transactions and I always check feedback.

The occasional spelling error is overlooked, I mistype often enough, and have to challenge the spell-check but the misuse of words like "ware" instead of "wear" in descriptions makes me shake my head at the quality of education our youth are getting today. (To me youth is anyone under 50).

I just wish someone would post a for sale of some fantastic 99% I Frame Targets for under $100 and I am the only one that sees the add.

 

[Len]

...one I'll add...

Prior to posting on what gun/caliber for bears, remember:

1] There are more posts about "what gun for bears" than there are actual bears in North America.



Len

 

[Jst1mr]

399. Anyone posting "....I have this XX CTG.." will be horse whipped.

 

[Andy Griffith]

"THERE'S NO RULES!!!!!"
...
"Put your shirt back on!"
...
"There's One Rule!!!!!"



I don't mind anyone asking about a CTG or any other "stupid" question.
I know that I am a seriously grumpy, ill and a borderline curmudgeon at times, and will say "SCRAM" when I'm bothered...but...

Notes:
1. There are no stupid questions, only ones not asked. If you don't like the same questions by those new to our "sport" or "hobby," don't read or answer them. We need to be aware that we need more folks in our hobby, and make it a fun place for them!
2. Even though it's likely that every question that could be asked on here on any subject has already been answered on here many times over and a person could use the search to find the question and the answer, there would be no discussion and the forum would die.
3. Trolls will always be with us. Sometimes we need too look no farther than the mirror, and if you see a troll hair sticking out, cut it off immediately.
4. Know when to shut up- best when dealing with a know it all.

 

[Mike McLellan]

It would be helpful if the moderators wore cute little French maid costumes.

 

[kozmic]

Unwritten rules....

DONATE TO THE FORUM

If you ask a question and folks take time out of their life to help you solve your issue; HIT THE LIKE BUTTON!

Rather than referring to elected officials by their name, call them; "Mr. Potatohead", That dimwitted guy from....., Jo-Jo the Clown or similar. That will confuse the hall monitors at the home office and allow for prolonged political debate.

Keep on keepin' on 'cause this place rocks!

 

[kozmic]

It would be helpful if the moderators wore cute little French maid costumes.

Oh hail no!

 

[Straightshooter2]

Threads about your colonoscopy, hemmohroid operation, bathroom reading habits or signature lines that read "a lawyer but not your lawyer" tend to get locked quickly so get your licks in as soon as possible.

Yeah but what if, while you're on your way home from your colonoscopy, you stop by your LGS and find a 30 year old never fired Remington 700 like I did? I mean you gotta explain why you were out, don't you?

It would be helpful if the moderators wore cute little French maid costumes.

That is just sooooooo wrong on so many levels.

CW