Crazy Thing

Michael Blalock · 6th May 2006, 12:53 AM

Ever since I found this forum I've developed an addiction. Then I found that damn sniper website and I keep winning. I 've been keeping it a secret from my wife but I don't know how much longer I can go before I need an intervention. I'll send photos.

Rick · 6th May 2006, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael Blalock

Ever since I found this forum I've developed an addiction. Then I found that damn sniper website and I keep winning. I 've been keeping it a secret from my wife but I don't know how much longer I can go before I need an intervention. I'll send photos.

The intervention will be when you can't pay your bills !

Andrew · 6th May 2006, 02:32 AM

lol. Nice grab, Michael. I once outbid Ariel on a dha. I don't think things have been the same between us since then.

The trick (assuming you can continue to pay the bills) is to avoid displaying things immediately after you get them. That way, when they are brought out, you can honestly say "...that old thing? I picked that up a long time ago."

I was recently caught displaying a newly aquired spear in my office. Fortunately, it was around my birthday...

Mark · 7th May 2006, 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Andrew

lol. Nice grab, Michael. I once outbid Ariel on a dha. I don't think things have been the same between us since then.

The trick (assuming you can continue to pay the bills) is to avoid displaying things immediately after you get them. That way, when they are brought out, you can honestly say "...that old thing? I picked that up a long time ago."

I was recently caught displaying a newly aquired spear in my office. Fortunately, it was around my birthday...

I'd be happy to take the heat off you, Andrew. Just send that spear on up to me.

Andrew · 7th May 2006, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Mark Bowditch

I'd be happy to take the heat off you, Andrew. Just send that spear on up to me.

You wouldn't like it, Mark. It's really old and not very shiny.

Michael Blalock · 18th May 2006, 01:09 AM

This sword came today. I don't see any markings. I think a see a pattern in the steel but I could be imagining things. Does anyone have a suggestion on how to clean it up?

ariel · 18th May 2006, 06:25 AM

WD-40 and Brillo pads?

ariel · 6th May 2006, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Michael Blalock

Ever since I found this forum I've developed an addiction. Then I found that damn sniper website and I keep winning. I 've been keeping it a secret from my wife but I don't know how much longer I can go before I need an intervention. I'll send photos.

I wish you were caught before sniping this one.
There is some steam left, obviously.

Rick · 6th May 2006, 03:01 PM

Keep telling yourself Ariel : It's only an auction ; It's only an auction .......

ariel · 6th May 2006, 03:59 PM

Yes, I've called my psychologist already and he told me the same thing.
But ... why life is so unfair and always to me!!????

I need a beer...

Michael Blalock · 6th May 2006, 04:27 PM

I feel your pain Ariel.

Try this one:

http://www.showcaseantiques.net/html...ils.asp?id=150

At the current exchange rate it's not a bad price if it is not a modern reporduction. They also have a couple of nice matchlock rifles for what looks like a real good price if I've got that exchange rate right.

6th May 2006, 03:01 PM	#9
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,336	Ebay Lust Keep telling yourself Ariel : It's only an auction ; It's only an auction .......

6th May 2006, 12:53 AM	#1
Michael Blalock Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: dc Posts: 271	Ever since I found this forum I've developed an addiction. Then I found that damn sniper website and I keep winning. I 've been keeping it a secret from my wife but I don't know how much longer I can go before I need an intervention. I'll send photos.

6th May 2006, 02:32 AM	#3
Andrew Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: USA Posts: 1,725	lol. Nice grab, Michael. I once outbid Ariel on a dha. I don't think things have been the same between us since then. The trick (assuming you can continue to pay the bills) is to avoid displaying things immediately after you get them. That way, when they are brought out, you can honestly say "...that old thing? I picked that up a long time ago." I was recently caught displaying a newly aquired spear in my office. Fortunately, it was around my birthday...

18th May 2006, 01:09 AM	#6
Michael Blalock Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: dc Posts: 271	This sword came today. I don't see any markings. I think a see a pattern in the steel but I could be imagining things. Does anyone have a suggestion on how to clean it up?

18th May 2006, 06:25 AM	#7
ariel Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 5,503	WD-40 and Brillo pads?

6th May 2006, 03:59 PM	#10
ariel Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 5,503	Yes, I've called my psychologist already and he told me the same thing. But ... why life is so unfair and always to me!!???? I need a beer...

6th May 2006, 04:27 PM	#11
Michael Blalock Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: dc Posts: 271	I feel your pain Ariel. Try this one: http://www.showcaseantiques.net/html...ils.asp?id=150 At the current exchange rate it's not a bad price if it is not a modern reporduction. They also have a couple of nice matchlock rifles for what looks like a real good price if I've got that exchange rate right.