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JUST ANSWER THE QUESTION!!!

quamnetquamnet Member Posts: 332 ✭✭
edited March 2008 in General Discussion
I have been noticing lately, more than ever that a lot of people on this board are saying a lot more than is necessary......

I see a lot of posts where people are asking regular harmless gun related questions and a lot of answers are quite more in depth and emotional than needed. I feel if someone asks a question, you can answer it and add a gun-related opinion to it. Do not go and throw your personal opinions about something totally irrelavent and unrelated to the question in there, especially if it could be offensive. Now I understand this is a forum where people talk back and forth, willingly accepting to read what others write. But I do feel if someone asks a simple question, politely, they deserve a polite response back. That's just my opinion though......
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  • daddodaddo Member Posts: 3,408
    edited November -1
    I agree with you, however, you'd better get used to the way things are or you'll go nuts. The only thing that gets me is if someone has a perfectly good question, but is treated as a dummy for asking. Too many know-it-alls that haven't the patience to answere humbley!
    best to submitt gun questions on the "help" board.
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  • pickenuppickenup Member Posts: 22,844 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I agree with you that this happens. Sometimes to excess. Did you notice the title for this forum is "General DISCUSSION" and just about anything that is not too extreme is generally allowed, and more or less acceptable. Specific questions about guns are posted on the other forum, for the most part.

    If I knew then, what I know now.
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  • DancesWithSheepDancesWithSheep Member Posts: 12,938 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    You are right about one thing:

    "...this is a forum where people talk back and forth, willingly accepting to read what others write."

    Beyond that, who the hell are you to decide when "answers are quite more in depth and emotional than needed"?



    Why does man kill? He kills for food. But not only for food; frequently, he must have a beverage.
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  • VarmintmistVarmintmist Member Posts: 1,074 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    42

    Those people who see nothing but grey areas, no black and white, are lost in the fog.
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  • 4wheeler4wheeler Member Posts: 3,441
    edited November -1
    Personal opinions is what it is all about,I enjoy them even when I disagree.

    "It was like that when I got here".
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  • dads-freeholddads-freehold Member Posts: 1,361 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    greetings, just let me say this, people approach problem and answers to problems differently. like wise the way people express that method differs greatly. we call that variety. like the apostole paul said" i lay the foundation, another builds the substructure, and one more builds the house."(my paraphase) this unique system within all of us is what makes life interresting. respt submitted dads-freehold
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  • kgnovumkgnovum Member Posts: 594 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I notice that you just stated your opinion and did not ask any question. Was this "necessary"?
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  • kimberkidkimberkid Member Posts: 8,858 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I think its an important issue ... why add emotion to your answer?

    We'er just sitting here interacting with this peice of technology instead of family, friends and neighbors ... we should become just as cold and inhuman as the machines we use ... ... just answer the question!



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    ? otherwise, you'll find an excuse.
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  • JudgeColtJudgeColt Member Posts: 1,790 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Answer this question yes or no: Have you stopped beating your wife?

    As you can see, it is not always possible to "just answer the question." Often it is advisable to do more than just answer the question yes or no.

    I am often disappointed when people "just answer the question" and do not explain the answer. For instance, if someone asks "What is the best carry gun?" and does not explain the answer given, no real knowledge is gained.

    I am one of those who always tries to give a complete answer because I think that is important. If I cannot back up my answer with an explanation, I usually do not answer at all. If that offends you, I apologize, but do not intend to change the way I enjoy these boards.
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  • hunter280manhunter280man Member Posts: 705 ✭
    edited November -1
    Some times a "dig" is not neccisarily needed... Oppinions are like *-holes everyone has one they just don't need to show it off!

    I have talked to a couple of my freinds that used to frequent this board more than now and they pretty-much told me the same thing, they thought this board has too much flaming over little stuff.

    I still like this board and most of the controversy. Plus most of the different views, just not the bull-* flames that are un-called for.

    If I wanted to argue with someone I'd get off this thing and talk money or religion with the little misses. She always has something to say about my downfalls in life!

    Though I was born to royalty, I was snatched at birth, so treat me as the noble I am!!!
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  • paboogerpabooger Member Posts: 13,953
    edited November -1
    I agree with Judge Colt, an explanation is usually necessary.
    Do you punish your children with out giving them an a reason why!
    Do you not try to teach them by relating past experiences and then letting them decide what is right and wrong.
    We learn by asking, and yes I agree sometimes we get more than we asked for but isn't that what makes the world go round!!!
    All in all this is a good site and I for one enjoy it and plan on staying here!! Hope you don't mind!!!! Pa.
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  • mybadodgemybadodge Member Posts: 118 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    that's funny!

    "Ignorance spreads lies" - puddle of mudd
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  • muleymuley Member Posts: 1,583 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    I didn't know that this was a big problem. I enjoy 99% of the comments and answers posted. It's human nature to come up with smartass answers sometimes, but I contribute that to someones lack of knowledge on the subject and their inability to just keep quiet. It boils down to, if you don't like the thread, MOVE ON!
    muley

    **I love the smell of Hoppes #9 in the morning**
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  • .280 freak.280 freak Member Posts: 1,942 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Varmintmist -

    ROFLMFAO!!



    Yer wrong, though, I believe the correct answer is 41.
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  • VarmintmistVarmintmist Member Posts: 1,074 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Douglas Adams, 42 is the answer to life, the universe, and everything. Hitchhikers guide to the galaxy


    OH NO, I just posted a explanation with a referance, Im a baaaaaaaaad boy

    Those people who see nothing but grey areas, no black and white, are lost in the fog.

    Edited by - Varmintmist on 08/24/2002 11:00:50

    Edited by - Varmintmist on 08/24/2002 11:01:38
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  • NighthawkNighthawk Member Posts: 12,022 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I think this is the best bunch of people I have ever shared experience and gained Knowledge from.I hope it never changes except for the best.If Handgun Control wanted to monitor a gun forum I hope it would be this one they could see what a good bunch of people is here.

    Best!!

    Rugster


    Toujours Pret
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  • 22WRF22WRF Member Posts: 3,385
    edited November -1
    Ther is only one answer the reply problem.

    Reply Police!!!!!!!!

    I Refuse to be a VictimGrumpy old man

    Life, Liberty, and Pursuit of All Those that Threaten it
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  • KnifecollectorKnifecollector Member Posts: 3,267 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I thought that was why it is called General Discussion. If I want a one sentence answer to a question I can usually find it in a book or magazine. I like to hear other peoples ideas, feelings, and opinions toward a question. You can try Ask The Experts. They usually lock a post after 10 responses.
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  • salzosalzo Member Posts: 6,396 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    I always love these type of threads. You know, when someone takes it upon themself to tell others how they should post answers and responses. I cant imagine why anyone would think that there is a right way of posting. Pretty self centered, dont you think?

    "The powers delegated by the proposed constitution to the federal governmentare few and defined, and will be exercised principally on external objects, as war, peace negotiation, and foreign commerce"
    -James Madison
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  • .280 freak.280 freak Member Posts: 1,942 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Varmintmist -

    I had forgotten all about Hitchhiker's Guide. I was thinking you just put up a number at random, but, by golly, you were absolutely correct!
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  • IconoclastIconoclast Member Posts: 10,515 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I tend to be long-winded, I suppose, but I'm not holding a gun to your head, nor is anyone else. I skip reading many threads and replies, some because of the identity of the writer. No reason why you cannot do the same. Sure, some replies are impolite, rude - ignorant, even. But most folks can deal with that; it's no different than in the rest of society. See, that was a polite response.
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  • LowriderLowrider Member Posts: 6,587
    edited November -1
    I wish some of you guys would shorten up your damn handles. I get so tired of having to scroll side-to-side to read these posts. Why can't we all be like the "Artist Formerly Known As Prince" and use an unpronounceable symbol for our names?

    Lord Lowrider the LoquaciousMember:Secret Select Society of Suave Stylish Smoking Jackets She was only a fisherman's daughter,But when she saw my rod she reeled.
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  • LowriderLowrider Member Posts: 6,587
    edited November -1
    And let's not be too hard on ol' Quamnet, after all, he is just a "Junior" member. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

    Lord Lowrider the LoquaciousMember:Secret Select Society of Suave Stylish Smoking Jackets She was only a fisherman's daughter,But when she saw my rod she reeled.
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  • 4wheeler4wheeler Member Posts: 3,441
    edited November -1
    You guys are slipping,took this many replys for the word junior to come out

    "It was like that when I got here".
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  • DancesWithSheepDancesWithSheep Member Posts: 12,938 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Aren't senior members prone to flaccidity?

    Why does man kill? He kills for food. But not only for food; frequently, he must have a beverage.
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  • muleymuley Member Posts: 1,583 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Flaccidity? Is that plural for flatulence?

    **I love the smell of Hoppes #9 in the morning**
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  • DancesWithSheepDancesWithSheep Member Posts: 12,938 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    No, the plural of flatulence is loquacious.

    Why does man kill? He kills for food. But not only for food; frequently, he must have a beverage.
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  • paboogerpabooger Member Posts: 13,953
    edited November -1
    No: Senior members are just ready to retire to being politicians!!! Just think they will be rubbing up to Hillary!!!! Yee Haw!!!!!!!!! Aren't they lucky!!!!!!
    I couldn't wait till I grew up so that I could be the one in the front holding the spotlight , instead of the one in the back freezing to death!!! Pa
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  • The LawThe Law Member Posts: 2,287 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Lowrider; Ya goob, his handle is guamnet...Are you gay!...your other reply in another topic musta' sounded kind of tough ta some. It seemed to me that you were kinda wishin' ta thrash his *!!! in another kinda way...Secret Select Society of Suave Stylish Smoking Jackets worn by "Gay Rights" members! Gayboy!!!

    "Don't mistake my honesty for weakness...
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  • quamnetquamnet Member Posts: 332 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    I had no idea this topic was going to get so much feedback.....after reading through the posts though I did notice one thing that kept being misunderstood. In my original post I said very clearly that I was referring to those replies that were "totally irrelavent and unrelated to the question, that could be offensive". I completely understand that this is a forum and peoples opinions are welcome. That is what it is all about. But those that have nothing to do with the topic and are offensive should just be left out.....end of discussion. And lowrider, about only being a junior member, I may not have a thousand posts myself, but I wish they had a number for how many of these posts I've read. Sometimes you get a lot more out of observing then taking part in a conversation yourself....
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  • RugerNinerRugerNiner Member Posts: 12,636 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    quamnet;

    What's your Question?

    Remember...Terrorist are attacking Civilians; Not the Government. Protect Yourself!
    Keep your Powder dry and your Musket well oiled.
    NRA Lifetime Benefactor Member.
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  • paboogerpabooger Member Posts: 13,953
    edited November -1
    the answer is directly proportional to the hypotanuse of the equalateral triangle, directly parallel to the oblique angle just to the right of the duodecahedron, which is just the opposite of the question!!! what was the question????
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  • LowriderLowrider Member Posts: 6,587
    edited November -1
    Hey Law: That's real cute. One thing I've noticed about you is that you seem to bring up homosexuality in nearly every one of your posts. My guess is you are full of repressed homosexual tendencies. Probably a result of your mom giving you baths 'till you were a senior in high school. Assuming you went to high school.

    It always tickles me to hear some douchebag run his mouth while insulated by a thousand miles of telephone line. I absolutely guarantee you that were we standing face-to-face you wouldn't have one wise-* thing to say.

    Lord Lowrider the LoquaciousMember:Secret Select Society of Suave Stylish Smoking Jackets She was only a fisherman's daughter,But when she saw my rod she reeled.
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  • charlie15charlie15 Member Posts: 937 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Ditto with RugerNiner, WHAT WAS THE QUESTION AGAIN????



    If a goverment's oppressive, then repress it!!
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  • The LawThe Law Member Posts: 2,287 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    ...Don't bet money on that...son! BTW, There's no doubt you've noticed me...I'm male!

    "Don't mistake my honesty for weakness...
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  • rameleni1rameleni1 Member Posts: 998 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    quamnet, if you don't like what you read, don't read it. If you feel you have to post, post a reply. I'm glad you stated your opinions here. I am most likely, one of the subjects of you post. I can see your viewpoint. You are not running this board, and have to live by the rules here. I find it more interesting reading, with a hit on someone deserving of it. Keep posting, and you will find out what I mean :>

    Rameleni1
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  • DonldDonld Member Posts: 741 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Varmitist: It was a very sad day when Douglas Adams died. I just spent the last couple of weeks re-reading all five of the novels in the Hitchhiker trilogy and both of the Dirk Gently books. Now, we know that 42 is the ultimate answer, but what was the question
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  • SUBMARINERSUBMARINER Member Posts: 1,362 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    i always talk about whats on my mind because i figure if your on this site its because you are wondering "whats submariner thinking",and of course i wouldnt feel right if i disappointed all my loyal fans...

    SUBMARINE SAILOR,TRUCK DRIVER,RUSTY WALLACE FAN AND AS EVERYONE SO OFTEN POINTS OUT PISS POOR TYPIST e-mail:WNUNLEY@USIT.NET
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  • E.WilliamsE.Williams Member Posts: 1,101 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I have been the instrument of this very topic on more than a few occasions.For me personally I like to see people give good suggestions,share personal experience and to watch people firmly stand by their opinions and beliefs.Im sure its not going to change so if you like this board its something to get used to.Even if it is not directly about the posted question it could be another topic sprouted up in the middle of that topic,somebody sharing an expeience,somebody wanting to piss somebody else off oe what have you.It makes the board diverse and interesting.

    Eric S. Williams
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  • mateomasfeomateomasfeo Member Posts: 27,143
    edited November -1
    quote:Originally posted by DancesWithSheep
    No, the plural of flatulence is loquacious.



    STILL laughing about that one...
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