Dellboy wrote:Who are 'THEY' its a bit like the 'PRETENDY' thing all over again ...
Not really Dell, it just shows a rather lame belief in strength in numbers and a bit of naivety mate.
There are several problems with shooters and particularly shooters on forums Dell. Someone recently said that shooters are by and large stupid. I thought that was a bit strong but in some cases its worryingly quite accurate.
Firstly, many disciples of disciplines believe they are safe in numbers....trust me you aint. It makes no difference to the public, a guns a gun. You only have to look at some of the reports that come in to know that by and large, they know diddly and care even less, and they outnumber us. This is why we need to support the NRA, NSRA, BASC etc.
Secondly there is a propensity to gob off on a forum (where people think they are safe and isolated....bit like some t*@t cutting you up in a car) and say stupid stuff that cant be taken back, is public, and generally you have no idea how some are likely to take it or do with the info posted. Been there done it, apologized.....and still actively seeking offenders
And finally if the idea is to divide and conquer, not really. As has been pointed out we are all shooters. I have my likes and dislikes, but I have never interfered with others quietly (?) enjoying their sport which is more than can be said for some. Sure I have taken the p***, its called banter.
It was telling the reactions from some areas when the pistol ban was initiated.
When "Some" are bitching about this and that, remember that regardless of how important you may think your discipline is to shooting, you wont do it alone. The NSC for example is open throughout the year. Some barely go near it unless it is flat calm and sunny, but some of us keep the place making a profit throughout the year either during comps or just regular use. Think on that the next time you start bleating on about what you cannot do, what the NRA etc has not done for you, what you dont agree with, or are just plain ignorant about. If it don't float your boat either live and let live or take a look, god knows you might actually learn something, but you wont gain support from elsewhere by making enemies (some of whom are more influential than you might think).
There have been more than enough complaints about activities I have been part of by some of these "Concerned bystanders", all of which have been greeted by the range office along the lines of...."Yes we know, they are authorized to do that". One Idiot wasted an entire morning watching the 100 point from 200 with binos....not very subtle and bordering on obsessive
One lot even complained with the director of shooting being present on the firing point with us. Outstanding.
This sort of activity breeds inter discipline aggro, distrust, and resentment which is understandable.
Support each other, keep positive and enjoy your shooting. Whatever form it takes
