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unbelievable ...

Posted By: Pvt.snoballz

unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 07:45 PM

So apparently my parents opened my bank statement and saw that i had spent around 300 on knives...

(picked up the reg, HRLM and warden)

My dad proceeds to ask me if i have some sort of psychological problem or if i feel i need "help"

...all i could do was look at him with a look of incredulity and wonder if he was serious.


he was.

friggin ridiculous. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/mad.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: MonkeyBomb

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 08:03 PM

LOL, I'm sorry but that made me laugh. Do they know you have a firearm?
Posted By: Pvt.snoballz

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 08:04 PM

nope. and this is why.
Posted By: Pvt.snoballz

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 08:05 PM

which is funny because he has a .357 and my aunts .38
Posted By: MonkeyBomb

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 08:11 PM

That would put them over the edge. If I remember correctly you are interesting in becoming a police officer?
Posted By: tagati

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 08:21 PM

That is so funny. However....your dad is right. We all need help for the addiction - not just you.

But while Dan keeps making great knives, I will keep buying.
Posted By: VANCE

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 08:48 PM

just tell your dad

it is better than strippers & crack
Posted By: skorpyd

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 08:55 PM

That is too funny!

Good thing they are not my parents and have seen my Pay Pal and cc statements since early Feb. They would have no choice but to have me committed. Come to think of it that might not be a bad idea.
Posted By: Hooker

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 08:59 PM

Glad to know I'm not alone. On mothers day, my wife gave me the talk about how
I need to stop this compulsion to buy toys. Knives and guns are tools, right? Tires for the utv, was a must. Had to have a new bow for an elk hunt, never enough ammo, need a new camo outfit, gotta have that rangefinder that figures the angle of the fandangle.......ok maybe a small fixation....but the bills are paid honey...
Posted By: monsterdog

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 09:06 PM

Are you over 18? Is it your money? If so, well.. I won't say it here..
Posted By: Joe Fowler

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 09:15 PM

Do what I do... buy your dad a couple knives!

He'll be on board. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: sumoj275

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 09:44 PM

Hate to hear that bro. Always got to love when parents butt in where they don't need to.
Posted By: silverbullets

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 10:12 PM

that is the same thing my wife says to me <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> You should buy your dad a blade (RMD or HRLM) take him camping, let him play with it, have fun and maybe he will come around <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Ishikawa

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 10:31 PM

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Do what I do... buy your dad a couple knives!

He'll be on board. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Touche...my dad's an Ingram fanatic now.


PvtSnowballz - I agree with most here that it seems over the top. However, I would ask everyone to also realize most parents are over-cautious of the way young people (and adults) spend money in America. Your dad would be reasonable to ask: "Have you maxed out your IRA, 401K and other retirement savings? Do you have other investments, such as a house, etc? Do you consider these purchases as investments, or are they otherwise material items for your use?" The things we don't know here on the inter-webs, is how much of your gross that the $300 equates to. Just remember, your folks are just trying to help...even though it may not seem so.

There's alot of folks on most forums that are financially well off, myself excluded <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> I have to be very careful not to overspend, and to allocate finances where it's appropriate.

If my parents opened my bank statement...I'd kick them out of MY house. That's a tad bit inappropriate, not to mention a felony (isn't that correct, or hear-say?) <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />

I'm not sure if all of this is coming out the way I intended...it sounds somewhat one-sided and that's not what I meant. I guess my point is...don't forget your priorities in life, and when in doubt...buy two!

Best,
Ishi
Posted By: Pvt.snoballz

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 10:35 PM

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that is the same thing my wife says to me <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> You should buy your dad a blade (RMD or HRLM) take him camping, let him play with it, have fun and maybe he will come around <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

LOL i wish. and yea i do wanna become a police officer. The look he gave me when he asked me if i was "okay" was like...idk how to even explain.

like he thinks im gonna go postal or something. i felt like telling him to grow up.
im under his roof so i just kept my mouth shut.

the gun didnt dip into my account at all, since i started working at my job i saved 10 bucks every paycheck for over 2 years. it was timed perfectly and when my birthday came around i paid it cash.
Posted By: Pvt.snoballz

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 10:38 PM

its alot, but im always sure to have money in my account in case i need an emergency car repair or w.e

my job right now is just to pay my gas and have my own spending money to take out the girlfriend and stuff. i dont pay all my stuff on my own yet but its not like i just blow my money as it comes in, it takes me a while to save up or i sell other stuff i have to finance other purchases, which is almost always the case
Posted By: Ireash

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 10:52 PM

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its alot, but im always sure to have money in my account in case i need an emergency car repair or w.e

my job right now is just to pay my gas and have my own spending money to take out the girlfriend and stuff. i dont pay all my stuff on my own yet but its not like i just blow my money as it comes in, it takes me a while to save up or i sell other stuff i have to finance other purchases, which is almost always the case
Sounds like you know what your doing to me....[censored], most kids these days wont even get a job!! They should be happy you arent just sponging everything off them. On the other hand...If your dad DID NOT question the knives and your intent, he wouldnt be doing his job! At least he cares enough ask....Albiet not the way you would like it!.....I say Ishi is right....BUY 2!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

And get a PO box for your statements!!!! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: G20

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/11/10 11:57 PM

Im 37 a LEO for 10 years,married with 4 boys and my dad would still call me nuts if he knew how much i spent on knives,guns,ammo,bow,stands,arrows,broadheads and everything else that goes with my hobbies.
Posted By: Ishikawa

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 12:04 AM

SnowBallz...don't forget to take notes. 10 years from now when you double your money from selling a rare SYKCO knife, be sure to ask your dad if any of his investments doubled during that timeframe. And, if he got any use from his investments while they were maturing <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Actually...I just got a better idea. Ask him to get involved with you, at an investment level. Show him some research on how the knives trend on the 2ndary market...and see if the two of you can put a pool of money together to invest together, and see what you can do with it (start small). Not guaranteed to make money...but it could be a fun exercise none-the-less. That, and it would probably "open" his eyes to what you're interests are, and that you're not necessarily blindly spending money...but rather investing in items that at a minimum tend to maintain their value. If he questions it...ask him how much his car depreciated this year.

Ishi
Posted By: El CacaFuego

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 01:28 AM

Ishi, You just blew my mind man! I would not have thought of it this way.

Snoballz, just as long as your bills are paid, I'd say. I have never seen anything wrong with spending money and having fun when I'm caught up or (even better) ahead on my bills. People question it, because no one ever really has the full info on my finances, but as long as I've got some put away and nothing left to pay off for a bit, it doesn't hurt to spend a little on me.

Problem is... I have REEEEALLY expensive hobbies.
Posted By: skorpyd

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 01:46 AM

pvtsnobalz, I apologize for taking your posts so lightly earlier. I thought you were being a bit more tongue in cheek as I could not imagine my parents opening up my bank statement or cc bill. I'm quite a bit older than you and though I'm still a working man I am financially stable enough to spend a bit of discretionary income on knives that first of all I like and second hope that will go up in value and be a part of retirement assets. Many of the other dogs here have given good advise. ishakawa in particular. Best wishes in your quest to become a cop, and good luck in getting your parents under control. I am sure that they, although may be a bit misinformed, only wish the best for you.
Posted By: ssb

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 03:26 AM

There are alot worse things you could be into besides knives!
Your parents should consider themselves lucky!
You seem to be on the right track! Best of luck with your law enforcement career.
regards,SSB.
Posted By: Massive Metal

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 04:14 AM

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just tell your dad

it is better than strippers & crack

better than crack YES!!, but strippers? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: myketheknife

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 04:59 AM

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That is so funny. However....your dad is right. We all need help for the addiction - not just you.

But while Dan keeps making great knives, WE will keep buying.
<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Pvt.snoballz

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 06:21 AM

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pvtsnobalz, I apologize for taking your posts so lightly earlier. I thought you were being a bit more tongue in cheek as I could not imagine my parents opening up my bank statement or cc bill. I'm quite a bit older than you and though I'm still a working man I am financially stable enough to spend a bit of discretionary income on knives that first of all I like and second hope that will go up in value and be a part of retirement assets. Many of the other dogs here have given good advise. ishakawa in particular. Best wishes in your quest to become a cop, and good luck in getting your parents under control. I am sure that they, although may be a bit misinformed, only wish the best for you.

its all good, i just needed to vent after that little conversation he had with me.

maybe i might show him the secondary market and maybe he might get into looking at it as "investment" or at least that they hold their value. though i HIGHLY doubt he'll get into the knife USE part lol
Posted By: stjones

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 06:25 AM

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pvtsnobalz, I apologize for taking your posts so lightly earlier. I thought you were being a bit more tongue in cheek as I could not imagine my parents opening up my bank statement or cc bill. I'm quite a bit older than you and though I'm still a working man I am financially stable enough to spend a bit of discretionary income on knives that first of all I like and second hope that will go up in value and be a part of retirement assets. Many of the other dogs here have given good advise. ishakawa in particular. Best wishes in your quest to become a cop, and good luck in getting your parents under control. I am sure that they, although may be a bit misinformed, only wish the best for you.

its all good, i just needed to vent after that little conversation he had with me.

maybe i might show him the secondary market and maybe he might get into looking at it as "investment" or at least that they hold their value. though i HIGHLY doubt he'll get into the knife USE part lol
I hear you dude. Both my Dad and brother think I'm a fool. I've showed/explained the secondary market and the investment angle and still can't get it through to them. It's terrible to say but I don't talk to them about it anymore.
Posted By: pitman

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 07:08 AM

I think you should see a shrink buddy, you got a problem !
Posted By: rth548

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 09:32 AM

If he's got a problem, we've ALL got a problem.
Posted By: SkunkHunter

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 10:07 AM

Problems? Why, just read my sig line!
Posted By: Horn Dog

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 03:28 PM

The first step to recovery is to admit we have problem. Hi, I am Horn Dog and I am a chopperholic. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Joshua J.

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 04:24 PM

Got a job? Check.
Knows how to save up money? Check.

Buying expensive stuff can be very dangerous if spending becomes uncontrolled. Credit card debt is an all too common phenomenon. however, I find that spending money on the best that is available, (almost) regardless of cost, is a healthy practice.
It seems that most people buy on impulse these days, that is the dangerous part. If you have the ability to save up for high value items while maintaining a more than healthy savings beside, that shows a good amount of self control.
Posted By: Private Klink

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 07:47 PM

P/S - although I think it was wrong for your parents to open your bank statement, try to remember that they love you and are concerned about you. They want to see you as a responsible young adult, and probably have forgotten about all the money they spent on "friviolities" when they were your age. So don't get down on them too bad, as their intentions are good and well-meaning. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: michelangelo

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 10:44 PM

The problem, in my opinion, is that you lied (or forgott to mention) to your parents about your knives, your gun and maybe other things. If you are sure about you're "style of life", and the money you spent it's yours, no need to lie, no need or hide your hobbies. Lies make you guilty also if you are'nt.
Posted By: Joe Fowler

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 11:18 PM

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that is the same thing my wife says to me <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> You should buy your dad a blade (RMD or HRLM) take him camping, let him play with it, have fun and maybe he will come around <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />

SB, I gave my dad a new folder for his birthday a couple of years ago. He thought it was a joke.

A year later he started getting into backpacking with me and we have really enjoyed the time spent together.

Last week I gave him a new fixed blade for his birthday.

He was thrilled.

<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

Amazing what a little time and patience can do!
Posted By: Ishikawa

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/12/10 11:57 PM

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Amazing what a little time and patience can do!

Amen. My father is what most would call a hardcore Democrat. 10 years ago he viewed my interest in AR-15's / AK's as "Why would a sane person ever have a need for something like that? Only military and police should need those weapons"

Two weeks ago we were hunting pigs together with our "twin" LMT MRP's running 30-round clips full of Corbon DPX. Everytime he gets a new gadget or orders an upgrade part...he calls me to try and convince ME to get one too. I just ROFL and roll my eyes alot...oh how the tides have changed.
Posted By: Pvt.snoballz

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/13/10 05:28 AM

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The problem, in my opinion, is that you lied (or forgott to mention) to your parents about your knives, your gun and maybe other things. If you are sure about you're "style of life", and the money you spent it's yours, no need to lie, no need or hide your hobbies. Lies make you guilty also if you are'nt.

i didnt lie about anything. I dont need to disclose how i spend my discretionary money, i take the time to save, then i get whatever it is i have my mind set on. The only reason i havent mentioned the gun is because thats a subject they dont agree with me 100% on and im living under their roof.

i understand that is something very big and that its a big responsibility but i think the benefits of me keeping it are greater than what would happen if they knew about it. Im a fairly light sleeper and there has been an instance where ive been woken up by a car parking in front of our house and two armed men got out and walked over to the neighbors house ( theres a very long story about that, if theres interest ill start a whole new thread about it)

My father hasnt shot his .357 in over 2 decades and i dont feel he would take the responsibility of getting it if theres a bump in the night. He might be ready to go punch someone or something but like i said, he sleeps like a rock.
Also, if theres a tool that can be used that will keep us safer and at less risk than swinging fists, then im going to take it.


I understand that a firearm is a big thing to hide, but ive taken that responsibility and believe you me i know what that entails.
Posted By: monsterdog

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/13/10 05:34 AM

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Im a fairly light sleeper and there has been an instance where ive been woken up by a car parking in front of our house and two armed men got out and walked over to the neighbors house ( theres a very long story about that, if theres interest ill start a whole new thread about it)

Please do.
Posted By: Sethrotull

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/13/10 05:44 AM

Ain't nothing wrong with hiding a few things and ain't nothing wrong with being a liberal/democrat. Your money is your money.

I don't fit in any box, F em, I will do what is right and what is best. Trust me my life makes most heads spin.
Posted By: stjones

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/13/10 05:45 AM

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Im a fairly light sleeper and there has been an instance where ive been woken up by a car parking in front of our house and two armed men got out and walked over to the neighbors house ( theres a very long story about that, if theres interest ill start a whole new thread about it)

Please do.
+1 I second the interest in the thread.
Posted By: myketheknife

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/13/10 06:04 AM

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P/S - although I think it was wrong for your parents to open your bank statement, try to remember that they love you and are concerned about you. They want to see you as a responsible young adult, and probably have forgotten about all the money they spent on "friviolities" when they were your age. So don't get down on them too bad, as their intentions are good and well-meaning. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
Right on Tom.
Be glad they care Alex.
Too many don't.
Posted By: Private Klink

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/13/10 06:18 AM

Just read the "Sad Day in Utah" thread! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: Pvt.snoballz

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/13/10 08:03 AM

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P/S - although I think it was wrong for your parents to open your bank statement, try to remember that they love you and are concerned about you. They want to see you as a responsible young adult, and probably have forgotten about all the money they spent on "friviolities" when they were your age. So don't get down on them too bad, as their intentions are good and well-meaning. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />
Right on Tom.
Be glad they care Alex.
Too many don't.

nah i know its just because they care, they tried making a joke about it today. They were talking about getting rid of some important documents (i.e bank statement, voided checks etc.) and i suggested to shred them or burn them if they really wanted to get rid of it ( ive seen instances where shredded stuff was put together by a professional and its pretty crazy). They then asked me if i was going to finish off the whole thing by stabbing them.
<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: michelangelo

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/13/10 10:28 AM

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The problem, in my opinion, is that you lied (or forgott to mention) to your parents about your knives, your gun and maybe other things. If you are sure about you're "style of life", and the money you spent it's yours, no need to lie, no need or hide your hobbies. Lies make you guilty also if you are'nt.

i didnt lie about anything. I dont need to disclose how i spend my discretionary money, i take the time to save, then i get whatever it is i have my mind set on. The only reason i havent mentioned the gun is because thats a subject they dont agree with me 100% on and im living under their roof.

i understand that is something very big and that its a big responsibility but i think the benefits of me keeping it are greater than what would happen if they knew about it. Im a fairly light sleeper and there has been an instance where ive been woken up by a car parking in front of our house and two armed men got out and walked over to the neighbors house ( theres a very long story about that, if theres interest ill start a whole new thread about it)

My father hasnt shot his .357 in over 2 decades and i dont feel he would take the responsibility of getting it if theres a bump in the night. He might be ready to go punch someone or something but like i said, he sleeps like a rock.
Also, if theres a tool that can be used that will keep us safer and at less risk than swinging fists, then im going to take it.


I understand that a firearm is a big thing to hide, but ive taken that responsibility and believe you me i know what that entails.

Apologize. My misunderstanding.
Posted By: Reeper22

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/13/10 09:53 PM

If my parents had any idea of how much I've spent on my knives they would send me to Shutter Island. If they ever find out about my collection I'd lie and say they were much cheaper than they really were.
Posted By: Sigfest

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/15/10 03:53 AM

ain't nothing wrong with being a liberal/democrat.

You sure? lol
Posted By: ordawg1

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/16/10 04:54 PM

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just tell your dad

it is better than strippers & crack

better than crack YES!!, but strippers? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

Now your talkin-Strippers <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />- maybe take Joe's advice and buy your Dad a knife <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> and then take him to see some strippers( my advice <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />) I am old enough to be your Dad ( probably) and I sure as hell would enjoy the knife-strippers - getting drunk <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> AND you being my son. True LOVE <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Posted By: FuGaWee

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/16/10 10:29 PM

Wanna really freak them out
Start listening to marching music.
maybe talk about building a cabin in Idaho



actually,good on them!
i dont think parents are nosey enough these days.
Posted By: DotD

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/17/10 03:35 PM

I've been able to keep my knife buying habit to the bare minimum for the last
1/2 year. It's called being unemployed.. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />
But the bright side is, that I have time to go out and play with my knives <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Here's some advice though, don't take your knives to job interviews (unless it's
a knife related job) <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Just doesn't work out that well <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbdn.gif" alt="" />

Cheers
Posted By: Toast

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/17/10 08:14 PM

My wife and I are currently living paycheck to paycheck. I have been hit with health problems and we have a 13 month old boy. I am not healthy enough to even watch him on a daily basis so we also have to pay for child care.

It is my impression that most of the folks on the busse-kin boards are older and have decades of experience in their careers or are retired, or close to. They are no where close to living paycheck to paycheck and likely have substantial life savings. (We were doing decently well until I got sick.) My suggestion is to not collect these pricey knives until at least you are well into your career. I have had to stopped collecting and are pretty actively having to sell off all my stuff. Knives are cool but food and bills take precedent.

Your parents should not have opened your mail. They do, however, have every right to search every inch of their property. You do not have a right to store a firearm on their property without their knowledge. If, for whatever reason, you cannot tell them about it you should at a minimum find a gun storage service and use it, or a kindly and trustworthy relative, or just get your own place. If you cannot afford you own place you probably should not be buying guns and knives.

Sorry for the sermon. I really am trying to help someone not make mistakes that I have and really wish I hadn't.
Posted By: Toast

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/17/10 08:18 PM

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...They then asked me if i was going to finish off the whole thing by stabbing them.
<img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/doh.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />

That is pretty funny.



btw. Maybe a good solution to the 'needing a gun for family protection' situation would be to start taking you dad to the range to shoot with you with his guns. I am guessing they know that you are working toward becoming a peace officer and this might be a nice way to include them in that decision. Most of my family is, or was, very anti anything gun until I started inviting them to shoot with me. Many of them have only shot my pellet guns in my garage but all of them have enjoyed it. Perhaps through building this portion of your relationship with your folks not only can your dad get some practice with his revolver but you might, eventually, arrange for it to have better family access in case of need.
Posted By: El CacaFuego

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/18/10 01:44 AM

Toast is dead on. If you include your family in the shooting sports, you stand a good chance at winning them over. My mother HATED guns, with a fiery passion, until I took her to a local pistol club and let her run a few handguns with me and my friends. 'Lo and behold, she recently purchased a Beretta M9 (I tried talking her into something else, but she liked the way it felt. Not my favorite pistol, but at least she won't have to worry about talcum powder like sand) in 9mm. She has also volunteered to hang onto my firearms while I'm deployed, all 6 of them. I think that a lot of people believe that firearms kill, which isn't true. Irresponsible people kill people with guns. they also kill people with scissors, kitchen knives, cars and cell phones... Show your family that when used responsibly, firearms can be great tools, and a load of fun to boot, and I'd be willing to bet that they have an attitude shift about them.
Posted By: ordawg1

Re: unbelievable ... - 05/18/10 03:47 AM

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My wife and I are currently living paycheck to paycheck. I have been hit with health problems and we have a 13 month old boy. I am not healthy enough to even watch him on a daily basis so we also have to pay for child care.

It is my impression that most of the folks on the busse-kin boards are older and have decades of experience in their careers or are retired, or close to. They are no where close to living paycheck to paycheck and likely have substantial life savings. (We were doing decently well until I got sick.) My suggestion is to not collect these pricey knives until at least you are well into your career. I have had to stopped collecting and are pretty actively having to sell off all my stuff. Knives are cool but food and bills take precedent.

Your parents should not have opened your mail. They do, however, have every right to search every inch of their property. You do not have a right to store a firearm on their property without their knowledge. If, for whatever reason, you cannot tell them about it you should at a minimum find a gun storage service and use it, or a kindly and trustworthy relative, or just get your own place. If you cannot afford you own place you probably should not be buying guns and knives.

Sorry for the sermon. I really am trying to help someone not make mistakes that I have and really wish I hadn't.

Hope you get to feeling better Toast <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />. I doubt that most of the guys on here are retired- I think that collecting- using etc is just a passion or obcession with most <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />. Yes- folks should watch what they purchase - but there are far worse things than knives and guns for sure. I am actually " semi retired" and enjoy being able to spend a " fair sum" on toys - travel and basically anything I want. I have everything paid for- no bills and blessed with great health.When my children were young or even when I was putting them through college I would have never bought any expensive knives etc. I think most of the guys on here are wise and do not put their family in a bad way <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />. ( or I hope <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crossfingers.gif" alt="" /> !!) Hope things turn around for you-hang in there- <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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