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SilverLeagueElite
Profile Joined April 2010
United States626 Posts
November 27 2011 05:58 GMT
#81
On November 27 2011 14:48 Blasterion wrote:
What is it suppose to be?

I think it's spose to be a cuff.

I hope this doesn't catch on. Sell extravagant gun jewelery to westerners telling em its for a good cause. But in the end, it just creates more business for gun manufacturers.
Sokalo
Profile Joined May 2010
United States375 Posts
November 27 2011 06:14 GMT
#82
On November 27 2011 14:53 TerlocSG wrote:
Show nested quote +
On November 27 2011 12:52 CrazyAsian wrote:
On November 27 2011 12:50 Soap wrote:
And how exactly selling them for a fortune hinders their production? What a terrible idea.


They could sell them for a fortune and not destroy any guns at all, why is that such a bad idea. At least they are trying to make the world a better place, every bit counts. What a terrible post you made.


So if i buy a knife from some thug on the street for $100, sand it down, paint it gold, and sell it for $1 million as jewlery... I'm doing a good thing?

I disagree. They should destroy the guns and make something useful for free. That would be a true act of selflessness. They aren't trying to make the world a better place, they're trying to make money and using a ploy to make it look like they're trying to make the world a better place, and you're falling for it.

I feel TerlocSG nailed it here.

On November 27 2011 14:54 OsoVega wrote:
Why should they do something that is "a true act of selflessness"? I don't agree with this particular endeavor but do you realize that often, in the process of making money, you are making the world a better place? For example, think of all the lives Steve Jobs enriched while making huge profits.

Steve Jobs didn't operate under the guise of philanthropy.

What this guy is doing is deceptive. I don't think he's under any moral obligation to commit "a true act of selflessness", but he's trying to use a charitable cause as a marketing ploy. I'd say he's in some...shaky...moral ground.

A noble effort to bring some uplifting discussion to general, but I think this story failed the cause.
"Sometimes I wonder whether the world is being run by smart people who are putting us on, or by imbeciles who really mean it."
OsoVega
Profile Joined December 2010
926 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-11-27 06:30:01
November 27 2011 06:17 GMT
#83
On November 27 2011 15:14 Sokalo wrote:
Show nested quote +
On November 27 2011 14:53 TerlocSG wrote:
On November 27 2011 12:52 CrazyAsian wrote:
On November 27 2011 12:50 Soap wrote:
And how exactly selling them for a fortune hinders their production? What a terrible idea.


They could sell them for a fortune and not destroy any guns at all, why is that such a bad idea. At least they are trying to make the world a better place, every bit counts. What a terrible post you made.


So if i buy a knife from some thug on the street for $100, sand it down, paint it gold, and sell it for $1 million as jewlery... I'm doing a good thing?

I disagree. They should destroy the guns and make something useful for free. That would be a true act of selflessness. They aren't trying to make the world a better place, they're trying to make money and using a ploy to make it look like they're trying to make the world a better place, and you're falling for it.

I feel TerlocSG nailed it here.

Show nested quote +
On November 27 2011 14:54 OsoVega wrote:
Why should they do something that is "a true act of selflessness"? I don't agree with this particular endeavor but do you realize that often, in the process of making money, you are making the world a better place? For example, think of all the lives Steve Jobs enriched while making huge profits.

Steve Jobs didn't operate under the guise of philanthropy.

What this guy is doing is deceptive. I don't think he's under any moral obligation to commit "a true act of selflessness", but he's trying to use a charitable cause as a marketing ploy. I'd say he's in some...shaky...moral ground.

A noble effort to bring some uplifting discussion to general, but I think this story failed the cause.

Fair enough but "Sales of each item, along with donations from individuals and foundations, fund programs to destroy more assault rifles in Africa". I think that those are ridiculous programs to be donating to but as far as I can tell, at least there's no deception.
FallDownMarigold
Profile Blog Joined December 2010
United States3710 Posts
November 27 2011 06:27 GMT
#84
Does each watch contain a unique serial number corresponding to a unique rifle? I'm wondering if that's what the number sequences are.
itsjustatank
Profile Blog Joined November 2010
Hong Kong9153 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-11-27 06:56:25
November 27 2011 06:55 GMT
#85
On November 27 2011 15:27 FallDownMarigold wrote:
Does each watch contain a unique serial number corresponding to a unique rifle? I'm wondering if that's what the number sequences are.


Because there is an accurate, complete, and accessible database of all AK-variant weapon serial numbers made both during and after the Soviet era by all client states as well as Russia herself.
Photographer"nosotros estamos backamos" - setsuko
pred470r
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
Bulgaria3265 Posts
November 27 2011 07:00 GMT
#86
Does it shoot?
Mjolnir
Profile Joined January 2009
912 Posts
November 27 2011 07:03 GMT
#87
On November 27 2011 12:50 Soap wrote:
And how exactly selling them for a fortune hinders their production? What a terrible idea.


Ahhh yes. The uplifting, "love, hope, kindness" thread is shit on in a mere 4 posts.

Despite the negativity in this thread, we can at least all agree (I hope) that their intentions are in the right place with this idea.

docvoc
Profile Blog Joined July 2011
United States5491 Posts
November 27 2011 07:06 GMT
#88
this isn't going to influence AK-47 production but i have to say the website is less than helpful and though the cufflinks are pretty cool in my opinion and the rings look fucking baller, there is no info other than to send your own in and i'm not hot on that idea.
User was warned for too many mimes.
FallDownMarigold
Profile Blog Joined December 2010
United States3710 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-11-27 07:16:21
November 27 2011 07:13 GMT
#89
On November 27 2011 15:55 itsjustatank wrote:
Show nested quote +
On November 27 2011 15:27 FallDownMarigold wrote:
Does each watch contain a unique serial number corresponding to a unique rifle? I'm wondering if that's what the number sequences are.


Because there is an accurate, complete, and accessible database of all AK-variant weapon serial numbers made both during and after the Soviet era by all client states as well as Russia herself.


Don't be an ass hole. The reason I ask is because all weapons are made with a unique serial number. This number is engrained into the weapon. Think before you speak, it avoids letting yourself look incredibly stupid.

The fact that you mention the unlikelihood of a "database" just proves how confused you are. Database? WTF? Here's what you'd do: You collect your AK47s. Chop off the serial number chips. Include them in the watches. Now, my question was whether or not they included the original serial numbers, or if those number sequences on each watch are something fake/different. The reason for the question is because I am curious how "legit" and "nice" these watches are, and that is obviously a factor.
MenSol[ZerO]
Profile Joined January 2010
Canada1134 Posts
November 27 2011 07:16 GMT
#90
it may not be the answer but at least they are doing something
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itsjustatank
Profile Blog Joined November 2010
Hong Kong9153 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-11-27 07:23:31
November 27 2011 07:19 GMT
#91
On November 27 2011 16:13 FallDownMarigold wrote:
Show nested quote +
On November 27 2011 15:55 itsjustatank wrote:
On November 27 2011 15:27 FallDownMarigold wrote:
Does each watch contain a unique serial number corresponding to a unique rifle? I'm wondering if that's what the number sequences are.


Because there is an accurate, complete, and accessible database of all AK-variant weapon serial numbers made both during and after the Soviet era by all client states as well as Russia herself.


Don't be an ass hole. The reason I ask is because all weapons are made with a unique serial number. This number is engrained into the weapon. Think before you speak, it avoids letting yourself look incredibly stupid.


'Engrained into the weapon?' Something makes me think you have no idea about how weapons are made.

To be very specific, the AK-variants are notoriously hard to identify. A multitude of factories in the Soviet Union and the client states produced these weapons at the lowest possible costs; the objective was to make as much of them as possible to send to the client states to bolster their fight against the imperialist powers. This is ignoring the fact that many states, as well as non-state actors, got their hands on the plans and specifications for these rifles and made them independently.

There exists no "accurate, complete, and accessible database of all AK-variant weapon serial numbers made both during and after the Soviet era by all client states as well as Russia herself."

The only one potentially looking incredibly stupid here is you for overreacting to fact and responding with ad hom.

Edit: I'll respond to the second part of your post because I guess you are frenetically trying to make a better argument.

On November 27 2011 15:27 FallDownMarigold wrote:
The fact that you mention the unlikelihood of a "database" just proves how confused you are. Database? WTF? Here's what you'd do: You collect your AK47s. Chop off the serial number chips. Include them in the watches. Now, my question was whether or not they included the original serial numbers, or if those number sequences on each watch are something fake/different. The reason for the question is because I am curious how "legit" and "nice" these watches are, and that is obviously a factor.


Because there is no database, the manufacturers of these jewelry pieces cannot be held accountable as to whether or not their claims are legitimate. To satisfy your 'provide me with a serial number' condition, I'd just make one up. How can you verify if its real? You can't.
Photographer"nosotros estamos backamos" - setsuko
FallDownMarigold
Profile Blog Joined December 2010
United States3710 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-11-27 07:28:25
November 27 2011 07:22 GMT
#92
Jesus Christ. Re-phrasing the question and ignoring the off-topic bullshit: Are those wooden number sequences on the watches unique numbers corresponding to the original serial numbers that could have have placed on the original AK-47s at the time of their production -- regardless of the fact that some rifles could have been made without numbers? If not, what are these numbers and why are they included on the watches in that way?


P.S. Yes, AK-47s do have serial numbers, at least in some cases. Thus my question is perfectly fine, and you need not attack it simply because you think AK-47s don't have SNs. I literally have no care whatsoever as to whether or not a database exists that validates the SNs on these watches. WTF. I'm simply wondering what the numbers themselves are from.
http://www.ak-47.us/AK47_Markings.php
[Plenty of examples of internationally-made AK-47s with SNs]
brain_
Profile Joined June 2010
United States812 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-11-27 07:26:27
November 27 2011 07:25 GMT
#93
Oh God, those poor Kalashnikovs. What kind of a monster would do this!?

Give them to me instead, I'll keep them far away from Africa, and they can be my babies. :3 I want to give my Mosin a more modern cousin to hang out with.
itsjustatank
Profile Blog Joined November 2010
Hong Kong9153 Posts
November 27 2011 07:30 GMT
#94
On November 27 2011 16:22 FallDownMarigold wrote:
P.S. Yes, AK-47s do have serial numbers, at least in some cases. Thus my question is perfectly fine, and you need not attack it simply because you think AK-47s don't have SNs. I literally have no care whatsoever as to whether or not a database exists that validates the SNs on these watches. WTF. I'm simply wondering what the numbers themselves are from.
http://www.ak-47.us/AK47_Markings.php
[Plenty of examples of internationally-made AK-47s with SNs]


Your link shows rifles made in the United States for the domestic market. OP clearly explains that the jewelry maker claims to take them out of conflict areas, presumably outside of the United States. Strangely, not all weapons made in the last hundred years were made in the United States under the requirements of the Gun Control Act.
Photographer"nosotros estamos backamos" - setsuko
MrStorkie
Profile Joined April 2010
United Kingdom697 Posts
November 27 2011 07:32 GMT
#95
On November 27 2011 12:46 Vilonis wrote:
I hope that this saves at least one life. Thats all it really takes to be worth it.

Wow. Quite aptly said.
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RyanRushia
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
United States2748 Posts
November 27 2011 07:33 GMT
#96
beautiful idea. no idea how it works but wish them best of luck
I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free. | coL.Ryan | www.twitter.com/coL_RyanR
FallDownMarigold
Profile Blog Joined December 2010
United States3710 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-11-27 07:35:01
November 27 2011 07:34 GMT
#97
On November 27 2011 16:30 itsjustatank wrote:
Show nested quote +
On November 27 2011 16:22 FallDownMarigold wrote:
P.S. Yes, AK-47s do have serial numbers, at least in some cases. Thus my question is perfectly fine, and you need not attack it simply because you think AK-47s don't have SNs. I literally have no care whatsoever as to whether or not a database exists that validates the SNs on these watches. WTF. I'm simply wondering what the numbers themselves are from.
http://www.ak-47.us/AK47_Markings.php
[Plenty of examples of internationally-made AK-47s with SNs]


Your link shows rifles made in the United States for the domestic market. OP clearly explains that the jewelry maker claims to take them out of conflict areas, presumably outside of the United States. Strangely, not all weapons made in the last hundred years were made in the United States under the requirements of the Gun Control Act.


Dude what is your problem? I am not debating with you on Gun Bullshit. I want to know what those nice-looking, wooden, unique number sequences are embedded in the watches. Take your gun history else where, this thread is not the place for it and I'm not interested in it. If you don't think they are serial numbers, why don't you answer the question instead of being such an ass?
SilverLeagueElite
Profile Joined April 2010
United States626 Posts
November 27 2011 07:41 GMT
#98
On November 27 2011 16:16 MenSol[ZerO] wrote:
it may not be the answer but at least they are doing something

They're doing something, worsening the situation. The only people that are being helped are themselves and the gun makers. As for the people the program was meant to help? Now they'll have an economy based around guns. Which means more guns.
itsjustatank
Profile Blog Joined November 2010
Hong Kong9153 Posts
Last Edited: 2011-11-27 07:45:32
November 27 2011 07:42 GMT
#99
On November 27 2011 16:34 FallDownMarigold wrote:
Show nested quote +
On November 27 2011 16:30 itsjustatank wrote:
On November 27 2011 16:22 FallDownMarigold wrote:
P.S. Yes, AK-47s do have serial numbers, at least in some cases. Thus my question is perfectly fine, and you need not attack it simply because you think AK-47s don't have SNs. I literally have no care whatsoever as to whether or not a database exists that validates the SNs on these watches. WTF. I'm simply wondering what the numbers themselves are from.
http://www.ak-47.us/AK47_Markings.php
[Plenty of examples of internationally-made AK-47s with SNs]


Your link shows rifles made in the United States for the domestic market. OP clearly explains that the jewelry maker claims to take them out of conflict areas, presumably outside of the United States. Strangely, not all weapons made in the last hundred years were made in the United States under the requirements of the Gun Control Act.


Dude what is your problem? I am not debating with you on Gun Bullshit. I want to know what those nice-looking, wooden, unique number sequences are embedded in the watches. Take your gun history else where, this thread is not the place for it and I'm not interested in it. If you don't think they are serial numbers, why don't you answer the question instead of being such an ass?


I thought we were discussing the ability to verify the claims of the makers of this product. For products such as this, which articulate a just cause in order to justify the sales of their products, verifiability is very important. Without the ability to verify their claims, there is a risk that it could simply be a money-making venture clothed in the skin of what can potentially be a good cause. It erodes the credibility of organizations with similar ideas and the movement as a whole.
Photographer"nosotros estamos backamos" - setsuko
discodancer
Profile Joined September 2011
United States280 Posts
November 27 2011 07:48 GMT
#100
I don't see how this helps Africa at all, if you remove every rifle they will start chopping at each other with machetes. You actually undermine those kids chances for survival, because a kid with a knife is a much easier pray for whoever rapes the village.
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