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    Quote Originally Posted by Hmac View Post
    Often because we are unable to provide a compelling supporting argument. Just because we don't convince them doesn't mean that they're stupid. It might mean that we are wrong.
    I was just referring to the term, not calling his friend anything. But when one asks someone experienced their opinions on anything, hear the information, then go a totally different route, it can be frustrating. Then you're thinking, why did you even ask for my help if you're not going to take my advice, then possibly hear them complain about their decision later.

    I've dealt with it a few times.

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    Quote Originally Posted by E_Johnson View Post
    The product of my research when I wanted to buy my first AR (post deployment, so I had money to burn) was an LWRC. It shoots great, and I've taken it to some courses and a competition or two, but my God is it heavy... the thing is an absolute boat anchor compared to my DI gun.
    I've had an Adams Arms Full Upper, and yeah it looked bad ass, and it was a great upper, but after a bit, it was pretty heavy to lug around.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hysteria View Post
    I was just referring to the term, not calling his friend anything. But when one asks someone experienced their opinions on anything, hear the information, then go a totally different route, it can be frustrating. Then you're thinking, why did you even ask for my help if you're not going to take my advice, then possibly hear them complain about their decision later.

    I've dealt with it a few times.
    Just because they don't follow your advice, they don't value your opinion?

    I get it though......We all get our egos wrapped up in the advice we give, I guess.

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    Is your friend having fun? Is his new toy working as advertised? Did he spend his money and not yours?

    If yes on all counts you're the only person that seems to have a problem here.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SpecWired View Post
    Is your friend having fun? Is his new toy working as advertised? Did he spend his money and not yours?
    If yes on all counts you're the only person that seems to have a problem here.
    Caring about a friend is not a problem. It's called "friendship".

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    Quote Originally Posted by wetidlerjr View Post
    Caring about a friend is not a problem. It's called "friendship".
    Friendship and caring is pulling a buddy out of a burning car.

    Poopooing on someone else's purchase after the fact when they aren't actually having an issue is just being a pain in the ass.

    Operating under the premise that you should be asked and give blessings before someone else buys something is an annoying ego.

    Advice among friends is fire and forget.

    A real friend should say, "let's shoot the hell out that thing" and have a hoot of a time rather than being a negative Nancy.


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    Quote Originally Posted by SpecWired View Post
    Friendship and caring is pulling a buddy out of a burning car.

    Poopooing on someone else's purchase after the fact when they aren't actually having an issue is just being a pain in the ass.

    Operating under the premise that you should be asked and give blessings before someone else buys something is an annoying ego.

    Advice among friends is fire and forget.

    A real friend should say, "let's shoot the hell out that thing" and have a hoot of a time rather than being a negative Nancy.


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    Zen advice here, nicely put.
    Last edited by PA PATRIOT; 04-06-14 at 19:45.
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    Quote Originally Posted by SpecWired View Post
    Friendship and caring is pulling a buddy out of a burning car.
    Poopooing on someone else's purchase after the fact when they aren't actually having an issue is just being a pain in the ass.
    Operating under the premise that you should be asked and give blessings before someone else buys something is an annoying ego.
    Advice among friends is fire and forget.
    A real friend should say, "let's shoot the hell out that thing" and have a hoot of a time rather than being a negative Nancy.
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    I didn't read the OP as being that negative but that's a matter of opinion. Personally, when I run into these kind of situations, I say nothing and let them learn on their own so I don't entirely disagree with you except your "burning car" analogy is a little dramatic.
    I once sold a VERY nice Colt S70 GCNM to a friend and he quickly traded it, straight up, for a crap BM AR decked out with Chinese hand guards, light and forward grip. I looked at it, complimented it as best I could and moved on. I thought that was the best thing to do. I had my money and he had an AR he wanted so it was a win-win for both of us. As they say, "There is no accounting for taste."
    Last edited by wetidlerjr; 04-06-14 at 21:36.

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    We shoot with guys like this several times each year. Pappabear has this buddy in TX who is constantly calling him for an opinion on some piece of shit gun... Sig 1911, etc. And the Mother Fudger NEVER listens. NEVER.
    "You people have too much time on your hands." - scottryan

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hysteria View Post
    Reminds me of the term "Askhole", they ask for your thoughts and go there own way anyway.
    Sometimes people ask, because what they really want is you to agree with them. I'm guilty of it . I also agree with IG, in a situation where you just need a part, I don't have to have just 1 brand I can use and be in a bind of waiting for available parts, crazy prices in a panic market, etc.
    Last edited by Gentleart; 04-07-14 at 11:22.

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