Just wondering (way off topic)
 

This isn't luger related so if you aren't interested I don't want to waste your time. What is it about an ice cold beer(s) and a good cigar that is so soothing and settling? A friend gave me a box of Dunhills and I tend to keep beer around so it was just a matter of time before the two got together. This evening I could have gone shooting, washed my truck, or sat on the porch with my ugly dog and smoke a cigar and support the economy in the hops/barley sector. Being the conservative republican that I am I decided to support the economy in areas mentioned and to teach a kid down the road the work ethic by demonstrating to him the value of money by letting him earn it by washing my truck. So I stimulated the economy in the agriculture and labor sectors, gave myself a cleansing and mental enema from all the crap I had to put up with today at work,
and had some quality time with Axl.I'll go shooting tomorrow. Later.

rk

Well at least you have your prioriy's rite. <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[cherrsagai]" title="" src="graemlins/drink.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" />

Russ

Roadkill, the only addition that must accompany Southern whiskey or bourbon and a cheroot would be 10 square feet of shade on a hot summer afternoon. Think of it, man! 10 square feet!

Mr. Roadkill,

Sounds like you are on the road to recovery. Of course like you I don't have anything else to do so I though I would respond to your post. I am sorry to say cigars never done anything for me but beer is another thing. In my younger days I may have drank a beer but just for effect only and not because I liked the taste. It taste lousy! Is the beer you drink one of those non-alcoholic types, you know you get the taste but not the effect? I could never understand how anyone could or would want to drink a non-alcoholic beer! Just don't make sense to me. The important thing is you had a satisfying afternoon and did help the economy of the younger generation. Since your mind is cleansed have you ever heard of a 3 Reich firm named TH. Klatte? I am trying to research this company but have not found much. I know your capabilities are way beyond mine so I thought I would ask. As you can see I am setting here in The Great State of Tennessee pecking on this keyboard communicating with who knows, people across the world. I plan on staying up after midnight tonight and watch the meteor showers. They are supposed to be spectacular. Give Axl a pet for me. My specialty is Walker Coon dogs, the best dog ever made. They run all night and sleep in day. My current dog is TJ. I will post a picture of him.

ENJOY-Life is getting shorter all the time!

Mein Hund
http://forums.lugerforum.com/lfupload/tj.jpg
Let us have a look at Axl.

Great dog! Axl is just too ugly to show, give me more info about the company though. IM anything you have, will be happy to try.

Rgg

RK We should have an ugly dog contest. I'll show you mine if you'll show me yours. Dog that is. :D
Ron http://forums.lugerforum.com/lfuploa...0284_copy1.jpg

Here ya go! 110 lbs of Chocolate Lab and Wirehaired Pointer. Biggest sweetheart you'd ever meet. And a natural born birddog. He could point a Quail, if it was on the dark side of the moon.
My Buddy, "BART".

The Scottish Highland Terror is not all that ugly. I'm gonna enter him in the tractor pulling contest.

Ron, I've never seen one like him. I have a pretty one and a plain one. The pretty one is a boob and the plain one is smart. They are symbiotic and could not exist without each other. Over 100lbs of dog at my feet constantly. Not only do I have to watch how much I drink. I have to watch where I step while I walk. Heal Toe, Heal Toe, Jump, Heal Toe, Heal Toe, Jump...

G.W. Bart is a smart mutt. He's just stubborn and has the typical selective hearing problem, like most Labs.
His mama was a registered German Wirehaired Pointer. His daddy was a traveling salesman.
I got him free at about 10 weeks of age. The day I brought him home he went to a classic point on a carpenter ant, crawling on the patio.
And I know what you mean. I don't know how many times I've tripped over him. Always has to be right at your feet.
Ron

I enjoyed this discussion and the picture of the ugly dog, but cannot work out why someone would admit to drinking American beer? <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/beerchug.gif" />

Our gun laws might be b----- terrible but at least we drink decent beer. <img border="0" alt="[cherrsagai]" title="" src="graemlins/drink.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[hiha]" title="" src="graemlins/roflmao.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[cherrsagai]" title="" src="graemlins/drink.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[hiha]" title="" src="graemlins/roflmao.gif" />

John, It's all we've got! We can get Foster, but it's been whipped into submission by import laws.
Our beer may be wimpy by Aussie standards, but at least we drink it cold. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" />
I have to admit that I liked the way it was served in Sidney. Via "well equiped" blonde, who thought we Yank sailors were tip top. :D

Ron

Ron, It took me two days to get my wife to look at your dog. She didn't laugh or say it was ugly. She said "cute, it's not ugly" The attitude shows through... No ugly dog there. Although I was pretty impressed! Just having fun! He does look cool!

G.W. Tell your wife that she just knows class when she sees it.
My daughter calls him Wookie. As in the Chewbaka character in Star Wars. I get all kinds of strange responses from people, when they first see him. He even loves our cats. He grooms them.
My wife has a bunch of squirrel 'yard pets'she feeds. She yells at him when he chases them. I told her not to worry. He would just clean them, and let them go.
Thanks! Ron

Ron, She is an animal lover. We have an immature hawk taking his meals over our front yard and she is not happy. My Dad and I used to pop them, however, I think there is enough room for him to move on. On that subject. I still have the 42 springfield. If he doesn't move by Christmas I may have to scare him off. I let my dogs out to chase him ,howeer, I am also concerned they might join the car chasing street dogs. You would'nt believe how fast they can be. I take the injured to thier owners... You know how they feel about that and I. Most of the time they have found good homes... Somewhere else. Good Neighbors???. Enough said on that rant. Thank You Guys!

Because, this thread is way off subject ,
I would like to take an unofficial survey on gun collectors/owners pets ?

Are there any gun owner/collectors that have cats ?
(The one your other half might have doesnâ??t count)

Over the years I have met many gun collectors and I canâ??t recall any of them having a CAT
always a DOG or something, never a cat.

Jamese, We've got 3 cats. I like cats. And I've owned guns since I was 10. My first pet was an tiger stripped gray Tom cat. I think I was 5.
Ron

I have had several cats although I do not have one at present. I like both dogs and cats. The list of animals I have had around at one time or another would make a small zoo.

I have always found it odd that a lot of guys don't like cats? Too independent I guess, but they are really a true hunter, I can't imagine going after a lion or leopard!

My wife is a licensed Vet Tech, so we have lots of animals, which has always been fine with me, <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" /> We have 4 cats (2 is a good number, but what do you do?) and 3 dogs, one uglier than RK's the other two fairly nice looking.

And my wife used to work in the exotics ward, working on raptors, eagles etc., that had been shot, hit by cars, etc., it is a federal crime to hurt or kill a raptor (eagle, hawks, etc) :)

Ed

Entrant for "ugliest cat" contest. It is Minta's, not mine! :rolleyes:
http://forums.lugerforum.com/lfupload/cat2.jpg

I used to own cats years ago, but now have 3 shih tzu's and a maltese, supplemented by an eclectus parrot and a quaker parrot... All wonderful companions... I still like cats, but they don't mix well with parrots... photos of the pets are at home... if I can remember I will try and post a few tomorrow.

I have two cats and one minature dachshund. The cats stay outside where they can patrol the perimeter of the house. Glad to say we have not had any intruders (mice) since I put them to work outside. They have been doing such a good job that I think I will give them a John S. raise in pay. :D The dog on the other hand is still learning to earn his keep. He still is wet behind the ears. He just turned 3 months. Although those teeth are pretty sharp. All are cute, none ugly.

After my divorce 11 years ago, I got this
guy when he was a kitten and raised him up.
He doesn't get to go outside but anything that
crawls into the house is toast.
http://forums.lugerforum.com/lfupload/ukyclose.jpg

Ed, I have found that alot of cat haters don't like them because they can't be controlled. As you say,"independent". Does she know there's a hair ball on the chair?

Greg , Nice looking Siamese. One of my favorites, but they'er alittle nuts. Ron

Adopted this little guy. He needed a home, girls needed a pet and I needed a mouser. I love Labrador Retrievers and have never been a cat person but he has really grown on all of us. Malcolm is shown here on guard or just looking at birds through the window. He certainly adds a bunch to our lives. http://members.rennlist.com/lugerman/Guarding.jpg

Ted, I tell you what, if you actually pay attention to them, cats are a laugh a minute as they concentrate on "gettin" sumthin!

Nice to see youse guys like them critters, daugs and kats!

Ed

Ron,
Thanks for the kind word on my siamese. He is a little high strung at times but a real good pet. I like your buddy Bart. He looks like he would be a good companion. 110 pounds?!! You must have raised him on t-bones. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="wink.gif" />

Thor,
Great photo! He looks young, I'll bet he is a handfull.

Hugh,
This is a great picture too. That doesn't look very comforable to me but if it wasn't, I don't guess he or she would do that.

Ok, I guess I am the exception to the rule; I DO have a CAT, in fact TWO, yes, one is my wife's, Lady Belle, the Bengal, but the Snoshoe Siamese, Magic-Man, is mine. Had dogs as a kid, just family pets. These are #14 & 15 in a long line of CATS.

http://forums.lugerforum.com/lfupload/mmlbdoc.jpg

John,

What's with parrots and cats don't mix? My stepdaughter had a macaw. It told the cats when to jump and they asked, "How high?"

Hi Two cats sisters Midge& twitch .In love with them both.

lugerholsterrepair,
I can send you a slightly used book titled 101 USES FOR A DEAD CAT. Excellent book.

Wes, Thank you for thinking of me...I appreciate your generous offer but I am afraid I have no use for such a thing as I know what to do with a dead cat. Bury it lovingly in a casket made with my own hands and mourn for years.
I had a beautiful Siamese for 16 years that died of lieukemia. She was a faithfull friend and companion, loved me dearly and I her. If God had given me the choice of her death or any other being on the planet I would gladly would have chosen you, or most any other human. I don't know you well enough to trade your life for hers but I would have done so without a moments hesitation. I still cannot think of her without becoming emotional at her untimely death. My Father hated cats and I always thought that someone who could hate cats had something psyhchologically wrong with them.
So thanks but no thanks, Jerry Burney

Hi to all! Here is our baby of the family.... let me introduce you to Panzer! He's just above dry dog food on the food chain... but he's as gentle as he looks! He crys like a baby when you take away his stuffed animals... but we claim him as ours... gott'a love a dog like this!! He's named Panzer cuz he act's like a tank... he just goes & goes... when he runs into things he just ignores the impact, and keeps on going.... chip off the old block... best to all, til...lat'r...GT <img border="0" alt="[jumper]" title="" src="graemlins/jumper.gif" /> http://forums.lugerforum.com/lfupload/panzer_copy1.jpg

Hi All, I can confirm that Panzer is indeed a TANK. But a really nice tank at that!! :D

GT, Hey he's a cutie! I will have to come see him this Winter...Jerry Burney

GT, Nice looking Boxer. My best friend had one when I was a kid. He was the same way. Knocked me flat on A** a couple of times. They'er neat dogs.
I don't know about anyone else, but I'm glad this thread got started. You can tell alot about people by their pets and how they feel about them.
My Grandma's saying was "Anyone who loves animals, has gold in their heart, and diamonds in their soul"
Ron

Guys, One of mime is part boxer. His eyes closed. Took out my baseboard. One woof and a jump took out the most expensive structrual element of my good nights sleep! I now have to sleep on splinters. The wife makes make the bed over the damage. I keep it together. Now I have to find matching...

I have also met G.T.'s Panzer... he is a heck of a sweet dog... it is only his size that is intimidating... <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="eek.gif" />

John & Frank! Yes it is ture... :) Panzer knows you well! (So does Tazzie!!)... Jerry, he's waiting to meet you!!... and Ron, I totally agree with your assessment as to folks and there animals!! But, as those of you who have ventured into my little bit of heaven are aware of... When here, there is always a "hot steak", "a cold beer" and a "Luger or two" to look at! My door is always open to forum members... it has been a great experience for me to meet a few of you... looking forward to meeting the rest someday! best to all! til...lat'r...GT <img border="0" alt="[jumper]" title="" src="graemlins/jumper.gif" /> <img border="0" alt="[jumper]" title="" src="graemlins/jumper.gif" />

GTs place is second to none! He and Carol are quite the gracious hosts! Tazzie had a big time with my two little girls. She fetched like a Lab over and over and over. Panzer just slobbered on me and I petted the big boxer, he loved the attention! Those boxers were a kick! We had a great time there! GT took me to a local grocery and said "Ya like steaks??" oh yeah I said!! He picked out several of the biggest porterhouse steaks I have every seen for our consumption! OUTSTANDING!!!!!