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About a half bottle of bourbon.
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About a half bottle of bourbon.
i think this all boils down to intent, as has been mentioned.
now, posting ren's personal info, in and of itself, is not that egregious. facebook, myspace, and the internet in general, there is a lot of information out there. those particularly skilled at deciphering cyberspace are able to acquire atm pin numbers, social security numbers, tax info, all with far more harmful results.
it is my opinion that ryp posting ren's information was simply a form of posturing. ren got under his skin, and ryp's response was basically to say:
"I KNOW WHO YOU ARE MOTHER FUCKER! I KNOW WHO YOUR WIFE IS, AND I KNOW WHERE YOU BOTH WORK! GO AHEAD AND SAY SOMETHING ELSE!"
veiled threat? perhaps. ryp has demonstrated several times he is not above such behavior.
actual threat? doubtful. but i would certainly be annoyed as well.
remember, mr. ryp, you are a public figure. we are not. we are just a bunch of semi-anonymous guys and gals who like knives.
I admit I don't know all the girl slaps that are available to me as a moderater.
Congrats on 7K , CJ !!
All good posts !
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But if someone attacks them, their choices, their enthusiasm or constantly seeks attention...for no good reason other than to seek attention. Then shouldn't he be prepared to get that attention? Not just from me but from the hundreds of people he is constantly insulting?
You are welcome to focus on me and the decision to introduce him to the DPx folks, but perhaps we can focus on Ren's actions, his public profile and perhaps you can defend his actions as an adult on this forum. If that is appropriate behavior let me know.
I disagree with most of the things that Ren posts. Frequently, tequila is a factor with his posts. He is immature, bizarre, posts poo pics, and seems convinced we're at war with Canada. You don't need to take Ren seriously, he is nearly retarded -- but we all like him because he is a good guy with a good heart who has had a rough life.
In my short 4 months of being on this forum, I have never seen a thread with 8 lines of members viewing it at one time . . . this had got to be some sort of record.
Be safe.
Hi.
I also have a personal flaw.
I'm an asshole.
Maybe you think I'm a "coward" who is "hiding behind an alias" because I chose not to post my legal name and physical address on this forum. I have valid reasons for that. I've met numerous folks who post here and I'm easy enough to find -- good luck finding a pic though.
Well, I'm not going to comment on your knives or the way you choose to run your business. I have not handled one of your knives. I know that Dick Marcinko and Bear Grylls have used their personalities and reputations to market overpriced inferior products to easily impressed wannabes. Do not know if that is the case here or if your knives are actually as great as you claim.
What I am going to comment on is your attitude. You have an abundance of it. You have so much attitude that I doubt you can back it up. I have met some seriously badassed folks who don't even have half the attitude of you. Having an attitude on the internet does not make you a badass. Being a war correspondent or passing through "dangerous" countries and bullshitting about all the stuff you done and saw doesn't make you a badass either. And posting Ren's home address and pic was kinda screwy, but posting his wife's name and place of employment was downright freakish. Why would you do such a thing?
Robert, with all due respect, I am of the opinion that you are a bullshitter and a sleazebag and a deranged egomaniac. Maybe I'm wrong about that, but I don't think so. Even if you are some sorta super-badass the likes of which I've never met, your attitude does not fly here. I am not the only one who feels this way about your inappropriate posts. You need to stop acting like such a jerk.
You have a nice day.
Please return your LE/Folder#xxx to the address shown below and we will initiate a refund upon receipt.
I am sorry you no longer want your knife, but we respect your decision in spite of a number of "Bladeforums" members who have instigated much disinformation regarding the DPx HEST First Run/Limited Edition folders.
We appreciate your support!
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Linda
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Paging Ren....
I am not justifying anything. I typed in "Hello Ren" on top of his info and one post. The guy should be ashamed of himself for thinking that if you post multiple stupid insulting posts about a person that it wouldn't come to that person's attention.
I think the bottom line here is that responsible adults take responsibility for their words. His actions were puerile and designed to provoke a response. He didnt get the response he expected. My response was to invite him into this community with the same standing and respect that everyone else has here.
Every one of our customers is known to us and we support them in any way possible.
But if someone attacks them, their choices, their enthusiasm or constantly seeks attention...for no good reason other than to seek attention. Then shouldn't he be prepared to get that attention? Not just from me but from the hundreds of people he is constantly insulting?
You are welcome to focus on me and the decision to introduce him to the DPx folks, but perhaps we can focus on Ren's actions, his public profile and perhaps you can defend his actions as an adult on this forum. If that is appropriate behavior let me know.
but you strike me as a Cosmopolitan swigging metrosexual with neatly manicured fingernails.
You know I am going to respond to this thread although I should not. Mr. Pelton I will take the high road and apologize for some of the things I posted. I have been a collector and purveyor of knives for over 35 years. My personal collection is valued at best estimate of over $100k. I have been a presence in the knife industry for years. That said, I am uncomfortable with your machoism. Its tough enough defending my right to carry knives and firearms as it is. Your macho talk just gives fuel to those who wish to strip us of our rights. You can fly off to burma or whereever but I have responsibilities here at home. You threaten my rights with your talk. With regards to your HEST F it is unfortunate that quality control was not in place and an inferior product was shipped. i applaud you for making it right for your customers. But I have to say I was really creeped out when you post my work and my wifes work info and numbers on this forum without my permission. WTF was that about. Monday morning I will now be filing compliance documents with home office incase I am now audited by FINRA or the SEC. Thanks for that by the way. Way out of line.
As for everyone else. I think everyone has said their piece any more said would be redundant. So I again am taking the high road and asking that we leave it at that and give Mr Pelton a break from the ass raping...
Thank you,
Ren
Hi I am George From Winnipeg Manitoba, I am a member of the BFC family, I didn't like the knife from the start, but hey at that time I wouldn't have bought it based on style alone. Now I wouldn't buy anything associated with the DPX name base solely on the owners attitude and the way he handles himself.