Thread: Banned from Badger and Blade

Sounds like someone is off their meds...seriously. I have never seen anything by Mike Ratcliff that was not helpful and Robert Williams has been nothing short of a perfect gentleman in all of our exchanges. Meanwhile, I do recall the mods at B&B taking me to task because they didn't approve of my taste in cars. Go figure.

(Just out of curiosity, what was the uber-rare razor he had/has that had an edge like a laser? The thread was lost in the crash and I would love to put my hands on one...for testing purposes)

Originally Posted by ProfessorChaos!

Sounds like someone is off their meds...seriously. I have never seen anything by Mike Ratcliff that was not helpful and Robert Williams has been nothing short of a perfect gentleman in all of our exchanges. Meanwhile, I do recall the mods at B&B taking me to task because they didn't approve of my taste in cars. Go figure.

(Just out of curiosity, what was the uber-rare razor he had/has that had an edge like a laser? The thread was lost in the crash and I would love to put my hands on one...for testing purposes)

That would be the Chronik. Probably being used to split pills even as we speak...

Originally Posted by Joe Chandler

Probably being used to split pills even as we speak...

The Chronik can split atoms you know . . .

Originally Posted by Joe Chandler

That would be the Chronik. Probably being used to split pills even as we speak...

that is superb.

Originally Posted by Joe Chandler

That would be the Chronik. Probably being used to split pills even as we speak...

And it will ban you for looking at it funny!

In all seriousness, I do owe B&B a debt of graditude. In general, it opened up the world of wet shaving to me and in particular, that of straight razors. Both of which I enjoy immensely. That said, too often have I seen one mod (who shall go unnamed) be unduely rude, abrasive and unpleasant. On numerous occasions I have witnessed that very same mod engaging in behavior far from "becoming a gentleman." Behavior which has resulted in others being banned and/or censored (personallly, I think the censorship the greater affront to B&B's members). That he "who shall go unnamed" behaves in such a manner from the pulpit of moderator/owner does not excuse him from judgement. Rather it opens him up to ridcule. Scorn and derision befit him, let him wear them proudly.

Now will someone pass the Chronik?

For the information of those who dont want to stoop to going to B+B, the concerned thread has been closed. It seems `Nick` closed it as a result of my post. Result! Kind of....

Sadly I didnt do well enough to merit a lifetime ban, but Nick kindly gave an explanation for the threads closure;

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Originally Posted by sidneykidney
Ordinarily I might just read this forum, but this discussion has prompted me to register so that I can comment.

It seems to me one thing for different conflicting advice to be given, but as I hear it, Mike Ratliff has been given a lifetime ban for disagreeing with Joel. Is this correct? Is there something here I have not been told?

It seems a shame on an adult forum that a ban for something such as that would be seen to be necessary.

But oh well, I guess thats me banned, huh?

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Reality check time.

Mike was given a lifetime ban for his behavior, the fact that he reregistered instead of simply leaving, at least for me is confirmation. Was the ban premature? Maybe, it's not for me to judge without knowing all the facts, but that's a discussion we could've had if he hadn't forced the issue by reregistering and trying to skirt the rules in place.

It seems a shame that adults feel the need to join a community, not to participate, but with the intent of being banned. That aside, you're still welcome to participate here.

There's been a little bit of a funk in this section lately, it ends now. Off-topic attacks or arguments will be weeded out, or, if that's too difficult, threads will be closed or deleted. The mods are discussing what to do with the various messes in this section. Given our success, it's not abnormal to experience growing pains on occasion, thank you for your patience in this matter gentlemen.

OldFashioned: I apologize for the thread closure, if you'd like further discussion on this topic, please feel free to restart a new thread, and I promise it will not be allowed to go off track.

-Nick

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Glad thats all cleared up then......

EDIT: I just re-read the message and noticed Nick couldnt resist a last snipe at me before closing the thread.

Originally Posted by ProfessorChaos!

(Just out of curiosity, what was the uber-rare razor he had/has that had an edge like a laser? The thread was lost in the crash and I would love to put my hands on one...for testing purposes)

Ah... but things do NOT disappear as easily as some might prefer on the internet, so here you are, for your reading pleasure, the fabled Chronik tales.... link 1 and link 2

As for a review of said Chronik razor by other straight shavers, may I be so bold (without being banned I hope) to post link to this review of The Fabled Chronik Straight Razor.

Let's not forget that a member of B&B also had to pack his bags and leave another shaving forum although in that instance, all his posts were by mutual agreement removed from said forum.

I've had a membership at B&B for several years, I think the only posts I ever made were about bicycles or some such.... I much prefer forums run and frequented by Gentlemen., though some might dispute that fact if I am a member of said forum.

I really don't see what all the fuss is about, it's their sandbox and if they don't wish to be harassed by members using devious tactics like logic and common sense, then let them have their little club and move on. It's unfortunate that some gents end up on such a forum first only to be spoon fed a single point of view, but it's up to the individual to find their way around the internet and to judiciously weed out the less useful stuff.

For what my opinion is worth (and yes, I know it's not worth much), I suggest we get back to helping out the newcomers to *our* forums, and let B&B take care of itself.


Regards

Christian

Originally Posted by kaptain_zero

Ah... but things do NOT disappear as easily as some might prefer on the internet, so here you are, for your reading pleasure, the fabled Chronik tales.... link 1 and link 2

Ahh yes, the fabled Chronik Tales! Please allow me just one more childish indulgence and suggest a theme song. From the Dead Milkmen, modified based on link 1 of the Chronik Tales, I give you "The Bitchin Chronik:"

"Bitchin Chronik, Bitchin Chronik
I shaved my neighbors
Bitchin Chronik, Bitchin Chronik
Now it's in all the papers.
My folks bought me a Bitchin Chronik with no insurance to match;
So if you happen to shave me down, please don't leave a scratch.
I shaved some old lady one night at the county fair;
And I didn't get arrested, because my dad's the mayor..."

Sorry. I could not resist. I will act like an adult and a gentleman now...