A Hick adrift in NYC

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Shann

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I had to go to NYC for a case that was before the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. I took the train from Rutland, Vermont to Penn Station. I didn't dare to use the subway, not from fear of being mugged, but because I couldn't figure it out. :o

Anyways, I stayed at the Soho Holiday Inn. $279.00 per night, for a tiny room with a double bed!!!! However, despite my complaint about the cost, its right across the street from Chinatown, and I walked and walked and walked around Chinatown and Little Italy, stopping only to eat Vietnamese food and drink beer in a little hole in the wall. I actually really enjoyed being on the ground in NYC. I don't think I could deal with trying to drive or figure out the subway, but the walking was great. Didn't find any knife stores in Chinatown. Seems like all that they sell are cheesy trinkets, great food and fruit, vegetables, and fish.

One observation is that you don't have to talk to anybody. Here, when you stop at the store or buy something, you're expected to be polite and carry on a conversation at least a little. In NYC, nobody makes eye contact and you'll never see the guy again so its not like you have to chat anybody up. Another observation is that nobody my age or older (40) looked happy. All the young kids were really happy. Also, the women all take care in dressing up and looking good. Keep in mind I was on the edge of Soho and at Federal Plaza so that might have had something to do with it.

Anyways, the oral argument went well and I'd like to spend some time in NYC. I just don't like spending the money on the hotels. I don't imagine you could find a decent cheap hotel, though.
 
LOL! Thats a pretty good description of Manhattan. Fortunately I stay out here in LI, where its more laid back. Youd be surprised that alot of us out here seldom venture to NYC. One of my neighbor told me recently that she hasnt been to Manhattan for 10 years or so. Last week she went there and got mugged :eek: Oh but there are alot of nice places in NY too mind you. And the mugging, IMHO its kinds exaggerated a bit. Just act smart, look smart, and know what places to avoid. Walkng down a dark desserted alley is inviting trouble. :)
 
You can stay at a nice hotel in NYC for less, but you need to know where to look. I stayed a nice hotel on the upper west side last Nov.

You can take the subways if you know what you are doing.

Paragon sporting goods used to sell some nice knives. They are up at about 18st. and B'Way.

The original Abercrombie had the 5th floor devoted to safari outfitting and Griffin and Howe gunsmiths. Unfortunately, they have become outfitters of loud music and crummy clothes.

Try to check out some of the better police outfitters downtown. They should be closeby, since you are also close to police headquarters.
 
Shann, sorry for the topic change, but I see you mentioned Rutland, Vt.

My memory may be failing but are you familier with flooded marble mines in W. Rutland? I was the first cave diver to penetrate and lay guideline in one of the tunnels. It was real cold water, 38* F and 110' deep. It was an interesting place. Others pushed the tunnel exploration farther after me. It was too far to go back from NJ.
 
I've never been to New York. I don't want to go. Huge cultural icon of our modern era and I avoid it like the plague.



munk
 
Do take the time to explore the city. It has incredible museums and libraries, and is world renowned for its fine arts. Get a tour guide -- there are loads of things to see and do while you're there. :)
 
Shann... Do some Internet searches to find more reasonable rates if you find your hotel expensive. http://www.jimsdeli.com/lodging/new-york-hotels/discount-hotels.htm Learn to use the subways, as they're a good way to get around. Newspaper stands will have maps available. New York City has exellent restaurants with authentic cuisine from almost any country; the money saved on your hotel will allow you to get out and appreciate the culture, broaden your horizons, and delight in new experiences. Enjoy! :)
 
Steve Poll said:
Shann, sorry for the topic change, but I see you mentioned Rutland, Vt.

My memory may be failing but are you familier with flooded marble mines in W. Rutland? I was the first cave diver to penetrate and lay guideline in one of the tunnels. It was real cold water, 38* F and 110' deep. It was an interesting place. Others pushed the tunnel exploration farther after me. It was too far to go back from NJ.
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No sweat, I always like to talk to folks about Vermont. I know the marble quarries a little. Quarrying is\was really big around here. The area was pretty much built on quarrying. Proctor and W.Rutland especially for marble. I know that marble quarries fill up with water, but I didn't realize that folks dive in them. How long ago? I know that some have been drained and reopened.
 
Never been. I'd like to visit. Never would want to live there.
 
munk said:
I've never been to New York. I don't want to go. Huge cultural icon of our modern era and I avoid it like the plague.



munk
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I visited once, with my Grade 7 class. Once was more than enough.
 
Take a look at the armor collection in the Metropolitan Museum of art. It is great!
It is not just armor - really nice collection of swords and stuff.
Check it out.
 
arty said:
The original Abercrombie had the 5th floor devoted to safari outfitting and Griffin and Howe gunsmiths. Unfortunately, they have become outfitters of loud music and crummy clothes.
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My first .375 Holland & Holland came from Abercrombie's gun room about 1972. The gunsmith would come right out on the floor, and set me up with some spacers in front of the pad that fit it to me perfectly. Twenty years later I went back to them for something similar, and nearly stroked out on the spot. Crummy clothes says it all!!! I think we lost a nice piece of American Sporting history.
 
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