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Anybody besides me dislike personal preference questions? See this all the time on various forums. Beretta or FN? Colt or Ruger? Ford or Chevy? Blonde, Brunette, or Redhead? Boxers or Briefs? And so on. And they generally don't offer any other info, like what they want the gun for. Hunting?, Defense?, Punching paper?, Carry?, etc.

Imho, if somebody is unwilling to do their own homework and test drive the guns on their short list, then why should I make the decision for them? I usually won't reply to those kinds of queries at all, and if I do it will be to tell them to rent one of each and make their own decision.
 
Yeah, they can be a little funny on occasion. I'm never certain of their real agenda. Many are innocent inquiries, but too many are just looking to start an argument.

The ones that really bug me are the ones asking "how many guns do you own and what are they?"

:roll:
 
GunnyGene said:
Anybody besides me dislike personal preference questions? See this all the time on various forums. Beretta or FN? Colt or Ruger? Ford or Chevy? Blonde, Brunette, or Redhead? Boxers or Briefs? And so on. And they generally don't offer any other info, like what they want the gun for. Hunting?, Defense?, Punching paper?, Carry?, etc.

Imho, if somebody is unwilling to do their own homework and test drive the guns on their short list, then why should I make the decision for them? I usually won't reply to those kinds of queries at all, and if I do it will be to tell them to rent one of each and make their own decision.
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I've often wondered if they are lazy, or just don't know how to search.
This falls right into "which ammo is best for my_______"
 
Merle1948 said:
GunnyGene said:
Anybody besides me dislike personal preference questions? See this all the time on various forums. Beretta or FN? Colt or Ruger? Ford or Chevy? Blonde, Brunette, or Redhead? Boxers or Briefs? And so on. And they generally don't offer any other info, like what they want the gun for. Hunting?, Defense?, Punching paper?, Carry?, etc.

Imho, if somebody is unwilling to do their own homework and test drive the guns on their short list, then why should I make the decision for them? I usually won't reply to those kinds of queries at all, and if I do it will be to tell them to rent one of each and make their own decision.
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I've often wondered if they are lazy, or just don't know how to search.
This falls right into "which ammo is best for my_______"
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If one asks a fuzzy question, one should expect a fuzzy answer. :wink:
 
Maybe I'm more social. I see it only as a friendly coffee table discussion. I'm known in my circles as the gun guy. And often I'm asked opinions. If I told my friends or family they were too lazy to look it up themselves, I wouldn't have many friends. I've seen way too often, even on this forum, the old mossy-backs that are offended if another person asks for opinions.

Many newer shooters have no mentors to tutor them. They don't know gun-shop protocol. They don't even know what questions to ask. So when they get their nerve up and ask, we're gonna squash their interest? I would prefer encouraging more newer shooters instead of telling them they are not welcome.

WAYNO.
 
In my experience, those types of questions are often asked by someone who as it turns out, is not really seeking advice, only validation for a choice already made. Sometimes I'll tell 'em what I think, sometimes not.

Just sayin'.

DGW
 
WAYNO said:
Maybe I'm more social. I see it only as a friendly coffee table discussion. I'm known in my circles as the gun guy. And often I'm asked opinions. If I told my friends or family they were too lazy to look it up themselves, I wouldn't have many friends. I've seen way too often, even on this forum, the old mossy-backs that are offended if another person asks for opinions.

Many newer shooters have no mentors to tutor them. They don't know gun-shop protocol. They don't even know what questions to ask. So when they get their nerve up and ask, we're gonna squash their interest? I would prefer encouraging more newer shooters instead of telling them they are not welcome.

WAYNO.
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I agree
 
I also agree with WAYNO. I don't see the harm in folks asking questions like that. I'm not in danger of running out of opinions either so it's not a big bother to answer those kinds of questions when I can. When it comes to specific guns I can only answer according to the experience, if any, I've had with that gun. Usually on a forum like this there are enough people who've tried just about every man-carried firearm under the sun to sastisfy an inquisitor's curiosity. After all, if you don't like that kind of question you are under no obligation to respond.
 
On some things like that , I LIE; Yuppers, brag about my PhD, my $350K pay, the profitable stocks I own and my four homes in various resort areas, complete with maids, butlers and gourmet cooks.
Did I forget to mention my extensive armory ??
My Garage full of Italian sports cars and luxury limousines; OH yeah, and my 54 foot yacht .
 
I have no problem with them, regarding firearms. We are always getting new people here, new shooters, perhaps people branching out into other shooting areas. If a new shooter were to ask what people prefer, a Ruger Mark II or Mark III, IMHO that's a valid question. In my case, when asked what pistol a new shooter should buy, I recommend a steel frame and getting a 22 conversion unit. I have been shooting/collecting for 49 years, had no mentors and from what I see the "try before you buy/rent to find out what you like" option is very new. The combined gunshop/range is fairly new. How many new reloaders ask the more experienced ones what powder they prefer.
 
blackhawknj said:
I have no problem with them, regarding firearms. We are always getting new people here, new shooters, perhaps people branching out into other shooting areas. If a new shooter were to ask what people prefer, a Ruger Mark II or Mark III, IMHO that's a valid question. In my case, when asked what pistol a new shooter should buy, I recommend a steel frame and getting a 22 conversion unit. I have been shooting/collecting for 49 years, had no mentors and from what I see the "try before you buy/rent to find out what you like" option is very new. The combined gunshop/range is fairly new. How many new reloaders ask the more experienced ones what powder they prefer.
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The people in question are the ones who ask the same question (often on the same forum) several times a month. If they would simply use the search function, that would answer most of their questions.
 
I can share my experience & offer my opinions but everyone has to make their own decisions & things that work well for me might not for someone else.
 
I don't see the harm of somebody asking for preferences in firearms or similar things. It would give a nube an idea what the folks he knows like. You don't have to participate if you don't want to. If somebody asks if I like A over B and I know something about the two things I will usually give an opinion because I think that is the friendly thing to do whether its about guns or cars or fishing tackle. :D
 
The ones that sort of bother me are "what's it worth"? Threads that end with a link to gunbroker listing for the gun. They aren't trying to find a value, just drawing attention to the sale.
 
"Many newer shooters have no mentors to tutor them. They don't know gun-shop protocol. They don't even know what questions to ask. So when they get their nerve up and ask, we're gonna squash their interest? I would prefer encouraging more newer shooters instead of telling them they are not welcome."

THIS!

I have seen a lot of new shooters in the last several years. Once I realized that many people did not grow up in a rural area where guns were common & safety taught,,, it dawned on me that these folks want help. I have tried to be impartial in answering them,, & try to not be biased towards Rugers,,, but I do ask the questions on why they are asking for info. Then I try & help them.
Times have changed,, and not as many folks grew up with guns in hand.
 
I believe in the old adage of "the only stupid question is the one you didn't ask." I am not a double action owner and would not hesitate to ask an opinion here as to what was a good one and what wasn't. If having someone ask a question/opinion bothers you (whoever 'you' are) then simply don't answer it in any way. Many people don't' know; so they ask. I see many time individuals ask questions that can easily be answered by doing a simple 'search'. I have no problem doing a search myself and answering their question. Perhaps they didn't realize how easy to find the answer may be. It is called 'being helpful'.
 
contender said:
"Many newer shooters have no mentors to tutor them. They don't know gun-shop protocol. They don't even know what questions to ask. So when they get their nerve up and ask, we're gonna squash their interest? I would prefer encouraging more newer shooters instead of telling them they are not welcome."

THIS!

I have seen a lot of new shooters in the last several years. Once I realized that many people did not grow up in a rural area where guns were common & safety taught,,, it dawned on me that these folks want help. I have tried to be impartial in answering them,, & try to not be biased towards Rugers,,, but I do ask the questions on why they are asking for info. Then I try & help them.
Times have changed,, and not as many folks grew up with guns in hand.
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This reflects my own feelings on the subject.
 
DGW1949 said:
In my experience, those types of questions are often asked by someone who as it turns out, is not really seeking advice, only validation for a choice already made. Sometimes I'll tell 'em what I think, sometimes not.

Just sayin'.

DGW
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Yup, about like asking "did I get a good deal?" after buying the product. Kinda like closing the barn door after the horse done got out!
 
. . . and if the answer is "No, you got screwed" they'll spend a half-page defending their purchase.

Don't ask a question if you're not prepared to get answers.

;)
 
Maybe because this is an electronic campfire and people do tend to talk about stuff and even, quelle horreurs, give their personal impressions. I'd stop it if I could.
 
Just so there's no misunderstanding . . .

I see nothing wrong with questions. As pointed out, many are sincere from folks who really do need information, and we should share if we can (or care to).

Any questions we don't like for one reason or another we can simply ignore . . . no harm, no foul.

:)
 
"Anybody besides me dislike personal preference questions?"


Isn't there a certain inherent irony in your question?

:wink:

Monty
 
Montelores said:
"Anybody besides me dislike personal preference questions?"


Isn't there a certain inherent irony in your question?

:wink:

Monty
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:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :wink:

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Pretty easy to build a profile on anyone from threads like those, and others. I sometimes wonder what the purpose or even motivation is behind that types of "who cares" threads.
 
Oh, SO; If someone I know or an this forum asks me about my firearm preference and why, I'll gladly enter into a discussion with them. THAT SAID:
IF it's an "On Line" survey, a telephone call or something in the mail, they'll get the spiel I posted early and may even hear about my 105 howitzer for moose hunting.
 
Listen up because here's my take: the authorities are always fishing for information about what people think on gun forums. Particularly this one, and a few others. There are probably 50 people employed by BATFE and another 200 employed by anti-gun groups who deliberately post provocative questions on gun forums to elicit answers while waiting for more comprehensive background information. Absolutely nothing you type into your browser that winds up here on Rugerforum is secure, and if you think it is, wait until a subpoena arrives. It's on the Internet and you're involved in a continuous data-gathering endeavor. The minute you sign on and post something, that's it.

I doubt there's a single post on Rugerforum in the past 10 years that isn't in a government archive.

Having said that, there are lots of people who are legitimately confused and who need guidance. I don't think that in reality it's possible to discern between them. So everyone just keep doing what they're doing - offering good and humorous advice to people who need it.
 
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