Re: Archangel Marauder for Ruger 10/22
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Arbiter</div><div class="ubbcode-body">They're not toys? What would you call them, then? EvilBlackTacticalDeathSpitters? Are you using your 10/22 exclusively for hunting? No? Then it's a range toy, isn't it? Just because something is a dangerous object isn't mutually exclusive with its status as a toy - what else would you call pleasure yachts and private jetfighters?
The 10/22 is a great firearm that can be converted to look like any number of other centerfire rifles. This is a good thing, because it grants more people the opportunity to shoot rifles that they find fun and enjoyable. It is not your place nor mine to pass judgment on the quality of their lifestyle or personal worth as human beings: if they're going to the range, having fun, and staying safe, it's a win for everyone. As such, any product like the Marauder (provided it actually functions properly and holds up) is a benefit for the industry. Variety is what keeps us from growing stagnant and withering away.
And for the record, anyone who argues in lowercase letters that someone else's firearm is worthy of scorn because it's "so hella gay" has well and truly missed the point. "Because you don't know the answer to that question, I pity you."</div></div>
Here we go, this is what I've been waiting for. We're all shooters, period. The goal isn't to conform to one niche and never go outside of those boundries, the goal is to have multiple styles for different people. Just like there are more styles of car than one. I like truck, you may like cars. I like bolt rifles, you may like semi auto. I like iron sights, you may like scopes. There are so many options because no one is the same. Everyone's tastes are different! That's what allows this sport to flourish, not people who cut anyone down for having something "different". So get over it, move on, and have a nice day. DDay, thanks for putting up with this for so long, I was really hoping you would stand up and fight, and you did. Also, jtb33, it's no where near my style, but every time I see that rifle of yours it makes me wnt to cry it's so cool. Mall Ninja'ish or not I couldn't care less, that thing is BAD ASS.
Have a nice day everyone, and don't let this dispute bring down your spirits. Everyone has opinions, and you know what they say about opinions and assholes.....
-Dylan