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Posted: 9/28/2001 2:57:28 PM EDT
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how did she not start out on the right foot? because she didn't do what you did, whatever that happens to be?
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Posted: 9/28/2001 2:58:32 PM EDT
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Another update: I want a gun as a starter gun and once I get comfortable enough, I want a gun for protection and another gun for target shooting/fun.
-Andrea |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:00:36 PM EDT
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Mags beat me to it...
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:01:32 PM EDT
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mags: My guess is, its McDUZI! I thought so too at first. Think he would've answered the utility question faster? BB still hasn't said if it's for the range, carry, or whether it's even a rifle / pistol? The boyfriend is a member with no name? Course oOOo can be pretty clever,,, who knows. If it is a member, it's one that knows [b]ANY[/b] lure will work around here.[:D] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:02:13 PM EDT
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Thanks for sticking up for me DUFFY.. Its nice to know that I have met some kindred spirits here already..
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:02:41 PM EDT
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Andrea,
Let me do some checking & I can give you some .22 firearms prices (new) for you to consider if you want to go to that caliber. Regardless of some questionable comments I think you're getting some good feedback from some folks. Hang in there! I'm out of here for now. Talyn |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:02:47 PM EDT
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Dang! BB... at this rate, you'll be a senior member in no time. 20 posts in this topic alone? You go girl. BTW I don't believe anyone was asking about relationship issues, Just giving you a little humorous ribbing [;)]
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:05:32 PM EDT
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Quoted: not starting out on the right foot?? I'm just asking what gun I should start out with... geez ARlady stick up for your fellow woman! calm down, blondie. i didn't mean it in a derogatory way. i've spent enough time around here to know what flies and what doesn't from the female posters. you're "i'm hot shit" (or was it "i'm [i]too[/i] hot?) attitude generally doesn't. just meant that if you want to be taken seriously, then act serious. flaunting your breast size isn't exactly the way to do it. and you'll get no slack for your gender on this board. to talyn, don't forget Miss Magnum. and i'm not going anywheres. consider this my online home. [:D] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:05:34 PM EDT
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Quoted: schnacke was jumping to conclusions WAY too fast.. Not jumping to conclusions...just seeing the story arc in advance. Miss cleo called me up and gave me the info.... |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:05:47 PM EDT
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Ok, I said I want one for protection aka carry and one for the range.. better??
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:11:16 PM EDT
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Quoted: just meant that if you want to be taken seriously, then act serious. flaunting your breast size isn't exactly the way to do it. and you'll get no slack for your gender on this board. Oh, I don't know... This may be the most interesting new member post in quite a while.[;)] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:12:13 PM EDT
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I'm sorry ARlady, but I am proud of my body, which I feel is an accomplishment, since so many women are not today.. If you or anyone else has a problem with my honesty and bluntness, then its too bad.. I am who I am and that's what makes this country great.. freedom of speech!
I seem to be getting a tremendously good response so something must be working... -Andrea |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:17:49 PM EDT
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Quoted: I'm sorry ARlady, but I am proud of my body, which I feel is an accomplishment, since so many women are not today.. If you or anyone else has a problem with my honesty and bluntness, then its too bad.. I am who I am and that's what makes this country great.. freedom of speech! I seem to be getting a tremendously good response so something must be working... -Andrea ROFLMAO!!!!!!!!! don't kid yourself sweetheart. did it ever occur to you that you just might be considered fresh meat? i understand that prey gets quite a bit of attention from the predator too. [bounce] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:18:51 PM EDT
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Welcome aboard...
Not sure if I missed this or not, but are you looking for something to learn "shooting" on or your first real gun purchase... if it's the latter, is this something for protection or for enjoyment? (Pistol permit and planning on carrying???) I would suggest going out with the boyfriend and taking advantage of his AR15 and learning to shoot from that. If he has a pistol, I would suggest doing the same with that. Save the $150 and when you can pick up something better, then go for it. Especially if yer unsure of what exactly you're looking for. I also tend to think women take to handguns more than rifles. (One's I know anyhow!) So I would look into your pistol permit, safety course, and then head to a range where you can possibly try out a few pistols and see what "feels" right for you. No point buying something you may not love... Hmmm as for the testosterone... I thought half these guys were gay??? [=D] [=D] [=D] [=D] Seriously, we all love when someone knew gets into firearms and shooting, we also tend to lose focus because... well... we're men. So keep in mind 95% of what's said here is joking and fun! And ARLady kicks ass so watch out!!! ]=) -- GB |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:21:21 PM EDT
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hey ladies come in the chat room and fight, we want to watch the the clawing and scratching in real time!
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:21:40 PM EDT
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I have taken several female frieds to the range that started with .22s and wanted to get something more powerful for protection. It has been my experience that none of them like snub nose or short barrel .38s even with mild .38 loads. They all complained about recoil and a lack of accuracy. All but one have liked the Sig 225 in 9mm. Great size for their hand size with lighter recoil and phenomenal accuracy. Give a look at Khar Arms K-nine as well. Both guns are expensive, but worth every penny.
ARH |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:22:31 PM EDT
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One last time before I have to go make dinner, pet the cat & unwind.
ARlady, Glad to hear about Miss Magnum! After SandraJane/Jean/whatever vaporized off the board I thought this was an all guys club, unfortunately. Andrea, For starters a .22 can be OK for self-defense also. On a limited budget practice is the key & that's why I'm harping on it. You can't beat a .22 for economy. Good night folks! Talyn |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:23:48 PM EDT
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Quoted: ROFLMAO!!!!!!!!! don't kid yourself sweetheart. did it ever occur to you that you just might be considered fresh meat? i understand that prey gets quite a bit of attention from the predator too. [bounce] OK, so are you saying I'm the prey or the predator?[:D] I may be fresh meat because I am new, but I am not about to tolerate it and I will speak up for myself.. Just wanted to make that clear, that's all I meant by the response..[0:)] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:25:24 PM EDT
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Quoted: I'm sorry ARlady, but I am proud of my body, which I feel is an accomplishment, since so many women are not today.. If you or anyone else has a problem with my honesty and bluntness, then its too bad.. I am who I am and that's what makes this country great.. freedom of speech! I seem to be getting a tremendously good response so something must be working... -Andrea [red][b]Ok time to put up or shut up ![/red][/b] [b][size=5]PICTURE TIME[/size=5][/b] sgb |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:29:14 PM EDT
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Thanks guys all this responding and good feedback have given me member status now... woohoo!!
Sorry no picture, you'll have to ask my boyfriend about that when he gets on here.. -Andrea |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:32:28 PM EDT
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platform389: Oh, I don't know... This may be the most interesting new member post in quite a while. [:)]It should be, it was initiated by the king of interesting. [IMG]http://www.freakygamers.com/smilies/s/cwm/cwm/a.gif[/IMG] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:33:21 PM EDT
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Quoted: Thanks guys all this responding and good feedback have given me member status now... woohoo!! Sorry no picture, you'll have to ask my boyfriend about that when he gets on here.. -Andrea [img]http://www.ar15.com/images/bioPics/sgb.jpg[/img] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:34:30 PM EDT
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king?? If you are going to give monarchial status please say QUEEN![:D]
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:36:59 PM EDT
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Quoted: [img]http://www.ar15.com/images/bioPics/sgb.jpg[/img] Funny SGB..atleast some people have a sense of humor around here.. -Andrea |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:37:20 PM EDT
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BB/Andrea,
We would love to ask your B/F. Just kindly tell us his screen name...... WWoodworth |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:39:11 PM EDT
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Quoted: Ok, I said I want one for protection aka carry and one for the range.. better?? Blonde_BombShell(see how quickly your nick got changed to BB [:)]) just some pointers from a guy who didn't grow up around firearms, got little experience in the Navy. Here is a quick list in no particular order. 1. Cruise the net and look through the web sites for different stores, most have pics of new guns and some used ones. Also look at manufactures web sites, this will give you an idea about what is out there. 2. $150 may not get you much in the way of a pistol or revolver. The selection gets small at that price, but you can still find good to fair equipment, if you look around. 3. Since you said you are in college go with a .22, .38 or a 9mm. The ammo's cheaper and you won't worry about shots missed at the range, ie "well, there goes $50 dollars in ammo all through the white part of the paper." just a quick guide, in Mass. I get 9mm for about $0.06 per round and .22 for about $.02. The question is "How much can you afford to miss?" 4. Whatever firearm you get and carry, shoot a minimum of 100 rounds per week with that gun with the ammo that you carry. Just remember that the backstop at the range is dirt, on the street it's my kid, don't miss your target. 5. Firearms are like tattoos, if you have one, you won't just have one for long. In the span of one year I bought 8 guns and am still looking for more. 6. If you can fit a Glock in you hand, get one. If a Glock won't fit start stretching your fingers till one fits [;)] JK. When you try to fit a gun squeeze your fist as tight as you can, if you can get a good solid grip you'll be okay. In a stressful situation that is how you may be holding the gun and you don't want recoil throwing it out of your hand. Can't think about anything else right now.[insert disclaimer here] YMMV Have fun shooting, stay safe and concentrate on your target. |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:42:34 PM EDT
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[rolleyes] Me thinks something's askew....
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:43:19 PM EDT
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Just to clear things up...
I want a starter gun for now.. My LONG TERM goal is to have one gun for protection and one gun for the range.. For now, I'm just getting started and only need a good starter gun to get the hang of things.. Hope that helps everyone out and clears things up.. -Andrea |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:46:53 PM EDT
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Quoted: Thanks guys all this responding and good feedback have given me member status now... woohoo!! Sorry no picture, you'll have to ask my boyfriend about that when he gets on here.. -Andrea and only 200+ more to go before senior member status. |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:47:28 PM EDT
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Quoted: [rolleyes] Me thinks something's askew.... About what???? |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:47:57 PM EDT
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Quoted: king?? If you are going to give monarchial status please say QUEEN![:D] [IMG]http://www.freakygamers.com/smilies/s/cwm/big/biggrin.gif[/IMG] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:48:47 PM EDT
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BB - Prees the button at the top called CHAT
Then type in your name and hit enter.[50] [8] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:50:01 PM EDT
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Quoted: BB - Prees the button at the top called CHAT Then type in your name and hit enter.[50] [8] what do you have against me? |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:51:01 PM EDT
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Quoted: Just to clear things up... I want a starter gun for now.. My LONG TERM goal is to have one gun for protection and one gun for the range.. For now, I'm just getting started and only need a good starter gun to get the hang of things.. Hope that helps everyone out and clears things up.. -Andrea gun [gun ] noun (plural guns) device that fires something: any tool or instrument that forces something out under pressure CAREFULL we shoot weapons around here........... ...............we play with our gunz [:D] [i][b]"If you're not part of the Solution, you're part of the problem"[/i][/b] sgb (Is that you Illini ?) |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:51:01 PM EDT
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nothing just trying to show you where the chat room is!!
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:54:21 PM EDT
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Forgot to say: Don't bring it on campus we all know that campus security is great, right up there with the mall ninja. And the surrounding areas around colleges are totally safe, and the "walking security college volunteer/ escorts" are all well trained bodyguards who couldn't get jobs as bouncers cause they are too big. [rolleyes]
Seriously: since you're a woman you have some concealment options that men don't have. There are bra's that can act as holsters, also you may start wearing skirts that are below the knee if you can find a holster that can stay secure there. This can serve two purposes: one, easy access, and two, shock value. A rapist will want what's under there so show him what he is getting. [shock] [pistol] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:57:06 PM EDT
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Blonde_Bombshell, where in NC are you?
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:57:44 PM EDT
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Quoted: Forgot to say: Don't bring it on campus we all know that campus security is great, right up there with the mall ninja. And the surrounding areas around colleges are totally safe, and the "walking security college volunteer/ escorts" are all well trained bodyguards who couldn't get jobs as bouncers cause they are too big. [rolleyes] Don't know about NC but in FL don't bring your gun on campus even with a CWP. But, you'll learn that stuff when you get your CWP. |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 3:59:13 PM EDT
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Quoted: Just to clear things up... I want a starter gun for now.. My LONG TERM goal is to have one gun for protection and one gun for the range.. For now, I'm just getting started and only need a good starter gun to get the hang of things.. Hope that helps everyone out and clears things up.. -Andrea In that case get a .22 revolver. Have your BF check the cylinder, if he knows how, to make sure it isn't bent. |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:01:06 PM EDT
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My, what a lot of views since this topic was started.
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:01:35 PM EDT
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I don't LIVE on campus by the way and wasn't intending to bring a gun on campus, since its illegal here to do that. I will not reveal where in NC, I'm just here for college.. I'm originally from NY, so I'm a yankee..
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:02:18 PM EDT
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Quoted: Don't know about NC but in FL don't bring your gun on campus even with a CWP. Same in NC. |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:03:03 PM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: [rolleyes] Me thinks something's askew.... About what???? Oh,, nothing.... I'm just going to watch this all unfold from the safety of the cheap seats. Peanut gallery out. |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:04:20 PM EDT
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ARlady: and only 200+ more to go before senior member status. At the present speed that should take about three hours. [img]http://www.stopstart.fsnet.co.uk/mica/MiscPC.gif[/img] [img]http://www.stopstart.fsnet.co.uk/smilie/Tomcat.gif[/img] |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:05:11 PM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: [rolleyes] Me thinks something's askew.... About what???? Oh,, nothing.... I'm just going to watch this all unfold from the safety of the cheap seats. Peanut gallery out. LMAO!!! |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:07:12 PM EDT
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Back to the original question, what kind of gun for a new lady shooter? I would not buy a gun quite just yet. I would try shooting all of your boyfriend's small caliber guns 38spl 22lr etc. If you get bored, have him take you to a range where they have rental guns, and try some of those. Take a class in firearms training class from a NRA certified instructor, sometimes those folks will rent you a gun for a nominal fee. After all of that, you will probably have decent idea of what gun you want. My recommendation would be revolver. As for a manufacturer, Taurus Internation, Miami FL has a decent line of reasonable priced guns. Also tried the used market, I have a friend who buys very few guns new, and he get quite a few good deals. And also join the NRA. Those folks need more woman members. At the rate we are going now, your children will not be able to own a gun. Half the fun of buying a gun is just looking. Good luck!
USA! USA! USA! |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:07:36 PM EDT
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Quoted: I will not reveal where in NC, I'm just here for college. Ok, so am I. Just trying to help if you are in the Raleigh area. There are a few gun stores around here that will let you rent and shoot guns for fairly cheap. I'm originally from NY, so I'm a yankee.. I can tell. |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:07:39 PM EDT
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Why can't we just ignore that she may be a hot babe and treat her like she's one of us, no more and no less, if I were to ask for advice as she did, I'm sure almost all of the posts would be regarding what I asked about, instead of posts expressing doubts and dishing it out to her.
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:10:15 PM EDT
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Quoted: I'm originally from NY, so I'm a yankee.. I can tell. How can you tell?? |
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Posted: 9/28/2001 4:12:14 PM EDT
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Ok, found it.. The best defense gun.
clink: http://www.biggerhammer.net/barrett/wwwboard/index.cgi?read=47308 You might be able to talk Birdman down. |
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