Reminder for us OGs....

[C_Tanner]

Never Mind.

 

[Chameleonbear]

Does this go for us NQOG(not quite OG) too? I try to be helpful as possible but I can usually use either my Google-fu or know where to help direct and it helps that I've only heard the questions half as many times since I'm not quite OG.

 

[Morrow]

This was basically me thinking to myself after reading some stuff, and figured it would be a good thing to say out loud....

In the last 2.5 weeks, our happy home on the interwebz has changed drastically. It's not obvious, unless you really look. The release of the Shorts and the Machax has new people flooding in like I've never seen before. For the longest time since I've been here (BH#68), this has been a pretty close knit, smallish community. Suddenly, the world is starting to see what we've known about for a long time, and new people are showing up every day to learn more about Becker.

Why bring this up? Because I think a lot of us are hard-wired for the small club, the usual topics, and general familiarity that comes with it. But this is VERY quickly becoming like most other forums out there, with new people showing up every day. It started dawning on me in the last week when the familiar names were suddenly dilluted with unfamiliar ones.

AND SO, there are BOUND to be a lot of questions that we've heard 1000x. And from people who are new and didn't automatically review all the stickies. People new to Becker had to have had a favorite knife before, so there are bound to be inevitable "I think this is better" type stuff.

We just got to remember to keep our "Welcome and Helpful" hats on as this community goes through this crazy growth spurt. I kind of relate it to my time in the Navy. The public sees a recruiting commercial, but out at sea we are are usual crazy selves. This forum is a RARE treat in the internet world. It's my favorite place to hang out now because of the people. Lets just be diligient about keeping it that way. Moose can't be expected to be the sole voice of reason here. Beckerheads are representing Ethan and his Knives, so lets be careful and remember that.

This isn't stemming from any one thing or person or event. Just something that occured to me today. Rememeber it and people will see why this place rules.

Back to my usual irreverant self.....

Insightful and accurate. Great post.

 

[matt123abc]

I guess I'm one of those new people haha, but I always check to see if a question has been asked before I ask

 

[thrillbilly]

I have noticed this too. I can always insult my friends via PM and try to keep the open posting as relevant and nice as I can manage...not promising a lot there LOL

 

[Greybush]

I'm one of the newish dudes who as learned a good bit..plus, you guys have been very welcoming here...hint to new guys, just jump in conversations with people, bring some decent knowledge or questions and you will be fine....

 

[Level headed]

pardon my newb, but i am quite new to bladeforums and the Becker community. I bought a bk-2 about two years ago and while doing some research on the knife to see if anyone else was as impressed as i was, I found this site. thought it was cool to see that there is a community that appreciates knives the way i do.. Although I am not an avid "forum cruiser" I always make sure to check in at least once each day to see the whats going on in the becker community.

To the people that make this forum happen, your hard work is greatly appreciated.


-Jameson

 

[Mighty1]

Well said Tanner. Thank you for that. I don't post much and appreciate all f the new blood. I agree with you and will join in being welcoming and friendly to the newbz.

Also, not to meant in any other way but just the question but,(not just you) why leave out Bladite and the Biscuit?

 

[Jonny1280]

I'm one of the newish dudes who as learned a good bit..plus, you guys have been very welcoming here...hint to new guys, just jump in conversations with people, bring some decent knowledge or questions and you will be fine....

X 2^ Thanks CTanner.

 

[emperorvince]

Very well said C Tanner..and thanks from a new guy like myself. Although I did have many a question..I did take the time to read the stickies and browse through the forum and learn (ie: the bk5 is the best cause clich said so, the bk9 is the king and when you cant decide which becker to buy..you buy both or three) and participate. Hopefully the new members will also take the time to do the same, seeing as unlike most forums..there are a bunch of great guys here who are willing to share their knowledge and bust your chops at the same time.

 

[C_Tanner]

Very well said C Tanner..and thanks from a new guy like myself. Although I did have many a question..I did take the time to read the stickies and browse through the forum and learn (ie: the bk5 is the best cause clich said so, the bk9 is the king and when you cant decide which becker to buy..you buy both or three) and participate. Hopefully the new members will also take the time to do the same, seeing as unlike most forums..there are a bunch of great guys here who are willing to share their knowledge and bust your chops at the same time.

You learn fast. Normally I'd give Clich shit about the BK5 (not a fan) but since he is chiching my PB....THE BK5 RULEZ!!!!

 

[MikeyJ]

This is probably the best post I've read in some time. I too, have noticed plenty of new folks (and not just in BK&T, but forum-wide) and couldn't agree more!

Not that it matters Tanner, but you have just earned major "cool points" in my book! :thumbup:

 

[Sabong1]

Im new to the forum and have learned from other forums (that I'm OG at) to be patient with the new guys. I understand where C_Tanner is coming from. Thank you sir for being patient with us new guys.

 

[emperorvince]

You learn fast. Normally I'd give Clich shit about the BK5 (not a fan) but since he is chiching my PB....THE BK5 RULEZ!!!!

I dont have a bk5 but my wife bought one just to spite me (she swears that if i touch it ill strip it..i will) and its officially he new kitchen favorite and possible intruder dispatcher !

 

[Chameleonbear]

pardon my newb, but i am quite new to bladeforums and the Becker community. I bought a bk-2 about two years ago and while doing some research on the knife to see if anyone else was as impressed as i was, I found this site. thought it was cool to see that there is a community that appreciates knives the way i do.. Although I am not an avid "forum cruiser" I always make sure to check in at least once each day to see the whats going on in the becker community.

To the people that make this forum happen, your hard work is greatly appreciated.


-Jameson

You sir are good in my book, simply based on your name.

 

[tomsch]

As a new guy also I've found that it is less of an issue to ask the fundamental Becker questions in the General forum. The response seems to be pretty good there. Once I actually spend more time with the Beckers I own I'll come back here. Until then it is a better fit in the general forum.

 

[Bladite]

read the stickies and the DATABASE or perish

don't be a in a hurry to get your BH# just yet. soon. when it's time, get it. if you rush, there are ... penalties

but welcome!

and enjoy!

(pssst, database, read it :>)

 

[Kabarcamper]

I agree this place is the first thing I look forward to doing everyday after work. The hospitality help and people are top notch here. I appreciate all the help exposing me to the wonderful land of Becker. And I look forward to one day becoming a beckerhead myself.

 

[JustAFleshWound]

As a new guy also I've found that it is less of an issue to ask the fundamental Becker questions in the General forum. The response seems to be pretty good there. Once I actually spend more time with the Beckers I own I'll come back here. Until then it is a better fit in the general forum.

If you filter through the snark and good natured ribbing you can learn a lot here, just my $0.02.

 

[Guineaman]

Great thread, I don't know snark but am learning everyday! Thank you all!!