I posed this question in the death chat already, but I'll repeat it here - which do y'all think is more likely... That a bunch of regular posters turned into jerks all at once, or that there is a real issue with the G word and peoples refusal to believe it can be damaged under normal use is frustrating for people who have in fact damaged it under normal use.
Yeah, some of the accusations have been nasty, and there is a certain poster who has a history of trashing anyone who enjoys batoning, but really it's the concern about the product that is driving the animosity, not some sudden change to the "feel" of the yard.
Dan has set the bar very high in terms of knife toughness and price to performance ratio. Is it too hard to believe that this knife isn't up o the standard he set, or is it easier to blame the community for being grouchy due to snowy weather? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" />
MM, I've been away for a bit but I have indeed noticed that the tone of the yard has changed. I do not believe the regular poster have become jerks; I do; however, believe that there are some new guys and some old guys here that are vocal to the point of being quite rude.
I know I don't have 1000 posts nor do I always have something to contribute to the board; however, I do respect those that have been here for some time as well as those who have not. I understand you have concerns regarding a particular knife but I will not counterpoint you to death over it nor will I be downright nasty over it.
My point is, one is not required to respond to every post made here and if one chooses to reply, one should have common courtesy...it's that simple. I am of the opinion that if individuals can not conduct themselves with a modicum of respect and decency, they need to find a new home other than this forum. Last night, I chose to use the ignore function for the first time since being a part of this group. The forum here was a welcome relief when compared to other forums on the net and I believe that some here and I'm not talking about you, MM, should temper their "opinions" and be more respectful of Dan's forum and all Dogs here.
