why I won't buy a k3 (Warning: Satire Thread)

ccc_ · 06-22-2017, 04:12 AM

Originally posted by MarkJerling

3450m. That's 2.14 miles.
Canadian elite special forces sniper makes record-breaking kill shot in Iraq - The Globe and Mail

I've never totally understood the "record" bit however the technology that allows such a shot is amazing

**gaweidert** · 06-22-2017, 04:14 AM

Originally posted by robtcorl

Do any of you put a little salt on your melon slices? Watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, etc.
My parents always did, and I always have.
Thought to ask this while munching on a honeydew today.

I used to put salt on watermelon because my parents did. Never any other fruit. Haven't done it in years. Since things like watermelon were usually consumed at the end of a long hard day of work on a hot day, adding salt probably enhanced the re hydration process. ie. made it more refreshing.

Rupert · 06-22-2017, 05:28 AM

Salt enhances the flavor of many foods. Same reason we use various spices in certain recipes. What would Italian or Mexican or many other dishes be without spices?
Salt on melons ....and lots of other stuff too....gotta love it!

Regards!

Parallax · 06-22-2017, 05:43 AM

Originally posted by MarkJerling

3450m. That's 2.14 miles.
Canadian elite special forces sniper makes record-breaking kill shot in Iraq - The Globe and Mail

I believe a previous record was held by a Canadian once, as well.

robtcorl · 06-22-2017, 05:49 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

I don't add salt to anything.

Not even to the wound?

Parallax · 06-22-2017, 05:53 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by robtcorl

Not even to the wound?

I've always heard that you shouldn't kick someone when he's down.
I don't understand that phylosophy though. It seems to me that's the safest time to kick somebody.

robtcorl · 06-22-2017, 05:55 AM

Originally posted by rod_grant

Don't you men like the taste of melons, so that you have to disguise it with salt?

Originally posted by bertwert

No, why would ya put salt on ye melon?

We're not talking about covering it in salt, just a light sprinkle.
Try it please and get back with us.

robtcorl · 06-22-2017, 05:59 AM

Road rage.

normhead · 06-22-2017, 06:12 AM

Originally posted by Parallax

I believe a previous record was held by a Canadian once, as well.

One of my former canoeing buddies works in the plant that makes those weapons. They are custom made for the sniper.

As for not kicking people when they are down, in Native American traditions guys brag they wouldn't beat up an opponent when he was even a little bit sick. "I want to beat him when he's in top form."

I'm not sure that fits with the historical record, but it is an attitude I've heard natives express on a number of occasions. I think that was just like every day stuff. I'm sure once the war paint went on "banshee" was the word.

bertwert · 06-22-2017, 06:14 AM

Originally posted by Parallax

I believe a previous record was held by a Canadian once, as well.

Looks like it was a Brit, then before that two Canadians. 'merica is only in 5th place.

bertwert · 06-22-2017, 06:20 AM

I guess posting "Blah, blah, blah..." is not a good thing to do?

robtcorl · 06-22-2017, 06:25 AM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by bertwert

I guess posting "Blah, blah, blah..." is not a good thing to do?

Not unless you want to blow those pipes out of the other end.

Racer X 69 · 06-22-2017, 07:43 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by robtcorl

Road rage.

This coming from a state where morons on motorcycles split lanes of traffic.

I hope they catch the guy on the bike.

Racer X 69 · 06-22-2017, 07:44 AM

Originally posted by bertwert

I guess posting "Blah, blah, blah..." is not a good thing to do?

Context is everything.

Racer X 69 · 06-22-2017, 07:45 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Rupert

What would Italian or Mexican or many other dishes be without spices?

Irish food?

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06-22-2017, 04:12 AM	#37486
ccc_ Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,400	Originally posted by MarkJerling 3450m. That's 2.14 miles. Canadian elite special forces sniper makes record-breaking kill shot in Iraq - The Globe and Mail I've never totally understood the "record" bit however the technology that allows such a shot is amazing

06-22-2017, 04:14 AM	#37487
gaweidert Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Rochester, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,325	Originally posted by robtcorl Do any of you put a little salt on your melon slices? Watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, etc. My parents always did, and I always have. Thought to ask this while munching on a honeydew today. I used to put salt on watermelon because my parents did. Never any other fruit. Haven't done it in years. Since things like watermelon were usually consumed at the end of a long hard day of work on a hot day, adding salt probably enhanced the re hydration process. ie. made it more refreshing.

06-22-2017, 05:28 AM	#37488
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123	Salt enhances the flavor of many foods. Same reason we use various spices in certain recipes. What would Italian or Mexican or many other dishes be without spices? Salt on melons ....and lots of other stuff too....gotta love it! Regards!

06-22-2017, 05:43 AM	#37489
Parallax Senior Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: South Dakota Photos: Gallery Posts: 19,332	Originally posted by MarkJerling 3450m. That's 2.14 miles. Canadian elite special forces sniper makes record-breaking kill shot in Iraq - The Globe and Mail I believe a previous record was held by a Canadian once, as well.

06-22-2017, 05:49 AM - 2 Likes	#37490
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Originally posted by Racer X 69 I don't add salt to anything. Not even to the wound?

06-22-2017, 05:53 AM - 3 Likes	#37491
Parallax Senior Moderator Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: South Dakota Photos: Gallery Posts: 19,332	Originally posted by robtcorl Not even to the wound? I've always heard that you shouldn't kick someone when he's down. I don't understand that phylosophy though. It seems to me that's the safest time to kick somebody.

06-22-2017, 05:55 AM	#37492
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Originally posted by rod_grant Don't you men like the taste of melons, so that you have to disguise it with salt? Originally posted by bertwert No, why would ya put salt on ye melon? We're not talking about covering it in salt, just a light sprinkle. Try it please and get back with us.

06-22-2017, 05:59 AM	#37493
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Road rage.

06-22-2017, 06:12 AM	#37494
normhead Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Near Algonquin Park Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 40,451	Originally posted by Parallax I believe a previous record was held by a Canadian once, as well. One of my former canoeing buddies works in the plant that makes those weapons. They are custom made for the sniper. As for not kicking people when they are down, in Native American traditions guys brag they wouldn't beat up an opponent when he was even a little bit sick. "I want to beat him when he's in top form." I'm not sure that fits with the historical record, but it is an attitude I've heard natives express on a number of occasions. I think that was just like every day stuff. I'm sure once the war paint went on "banshee" was the word.

06-22-2017, 06:14 AM	#37495
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	Originally posted by Parallax I believe a previous record was held by a Canadian once, as well. Looks like it was a Brit, then before that two Canadians. 'merica is only in 5th place.

06-22-2017, 06:20 AM	#37496
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,173	I guess posting "Blah, blah, blah..." is not a good thing to do?

06-22-2017, 06:25 AM - 3 Likes	#37497
robtcorl Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Louis, MO Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,606	Originally posted by bertwert I guess posting "Blah, blah, blah..." is not a good thing to do? Not unless you want to blow those pipes out of the other end.

06-22-2017, 07:43 AM - 1 Like	#37498
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,068	Originally posted by robtcorl Road rage. This coming from a state where morons on motorcycles split lanes of traffic. I hope they catch the guy on the bike.

06-22-2017, 07:44 AM	#37499
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,068	Originally posted by bertwert I guess posting "Blah, blah, blah..." is not a good thing to do? Context is everything.

06-22-2017, 07:45 AM - 2 Likes	#37500
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,068	Originally posted by Rupert What would Italian or Mexican or many other dishes be without spices? Irish food?