Convince me to Change my Avatar and Raise Money for Help the Heroes

MEGA · 09-21-2010, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Carjack

I stand by all my posts.

‘Master Gunner’ has certainly not done himself or the British Army any favours whatsoever in his Avatar. Inter regimental rivalry is always kept within the British Army not exposed in a world wide web site.

I am completely legit I have served in an Infantry Regiment, The Gunners, the Royal Marines also Special Forces (with more than 60 static & free fall jumps) and I have my admiration for the Guards Regiments.

I will ‘go in with the bayonet’ if I consider any of the above slandered!

So ‘Master Gunner’ please get your Avatar sorted!
At a push I can still do 25 pull ups. So watch out!

Do you think anyone on a BMW forum gives a damn ? That's what it comes down to.

I've got nothing against anyone in the Army - but honestly, your attitude is ridiculous and out of touch with reality.

vivekk · 09-21-2010, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by MEGA

Whoops...

Sorry Viv. I did consider the possibility of an infraction for my previous post. Just lost my temper a bit. Thanks for just censoring me

I stand by what I said, but not by my language

Mega.

Fair enough, Mega.

Viv

NFS · 09-21-2010, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Carjack

I stand by all my posts.

Really?

Why?

RagingKileak · 09-21-2010, 04:54 PM

I'm gonna come down on this bang in the middle really. I don't have any probs with the Avatar and I have a VERY good mate who is a rtd Sgt Mjr and was in the SAS as well as the personal guard of Sir Mike Jackson. He wouldn't take offence.

However, people are being a bit strong with Carjack. I haven't seen him degrade himself with language etc or be in any way especially derogatory of MG (or anyone else) in defence of his views.

Hence, I'd suggest we all chill and take a moment to consider that just maybe, from his POV, the avatar/comment combo was offensive.

Not like me to be the voice of reason, but I do call it as I f**king well see it!!

Matt

xenon · 09-22-2010, 01:39 AM

I agree with Matt that Carjack has been courteous throughout but it's precisely because of inter-service rivalry he should be able to see the funny side. Try being in the RAF, for f*cks sake.

I see Carjacks point of view but he must be the most sensitive ex-special forces member I've come across.

Trevikins · 09-22-2010, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Carjack

I stand by all my posts.

‘Master Gunner’ has certainly not done himself or the British Army any favours whatsoever in his Avatar. Inter regimental rivalry is always kept within the British Army not exposed in a world wide web site.

Er... you did that didn't you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carjack

I stand by all my posts.

I will ‘go in with the bayonet’ if I consider any of the above slandered!

I see you are starting to chill a little!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carjack

So ‘Master Gunner’ please get your Avatar sorted!
At a push I can still do 25 pull ups...

Avatar stays as already stated but I have changed the text (how's your latin) and your last line is a contradiction in terms is it not.

Just my opinion of course.

E92BSM10 · 09-22-2010, 02:16 AM

Master gunner does it mean "Whither Duty and Glory Lead" am I right

willhollin · 09-22-2010, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by E92K.C10

Master gunner does it mean "Whither Duty and Glory Lead" am I right

No it's, "One in the rectum don't effect 'um."

Trevikins · 09-22-2010, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by E92K.C10

Master gunner does it mean "Whither Duty and Glory Lead" am I right

Spot on with translation however nowadays the 'Gunners' take it to read:
* Ubique (Everywhere)
* Quo Fas et Gloria Ducunt (Where Right and Glory Lead)

You'll find this on a gunner cap badge.

BTW, I can't believe I've ended up talking military terminology on a BMW forum; but at least it's all for a good cause.

Cheers

Trev

Trevikins · 09-22-2010, 02:34 AM

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Originally Posted by willhollin

No it's, "One in the rectum don't effect 'um."

Carjack · 09-22-2010, 10:32 AM

Thanks 'Master Gunner' for making the change you have!

It is a still pity that your Avatar is not changing. It takes the mickey out of the Guards to a world wide audience and that cannot be right.

However, I would like to say many thanks indeed those posts who have given me some support.

To those who disagree with me and like the Avatar, also, to those Chavvy types who rave and swear and say 'what the b...... hell etc'. I just feel very sorry for, also, that you are not more aware of the excellent job the Guards do for this Country and you give them no support. Sad.

xenon · 09-22-2010, 10:36 AM

I'm fully aware of the excellent job they, and other service men and women, do for the country and I always give them support, especially coming from a military family as I do. I simply do not agree that the avatar in any way diminishes that or "takes the mickey". I fail to see why humour cannot be used in this or any other scenarios.

You feel it belittles the Guards; I do not.

willhollin · 09-22-2010, 10:40 AM

The picture in question is a stock avatar on this site, you should contact the site owners and voice your displeasure Carjack.

beemerbird · 09-22-2010, 12:22 PM

As Will says contact the site owners re. the avatar.

Again, your opinion is your opinion but don't try and tell people what to do. This is not the army, nor is it a site read by every one in existence with access to the internet (to state the obvious).

How do you actually know what peoples knowledge of the Guards is? Very sweeping generalisations. So by not having the avatar, that gives them support?

Blimey, so much guilt going on.

You need a long chat with someone imo. Too many unresolved issues.

NFS · 09-22-2010, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Carjack

To those who disagree with me and like the Avatar, also, to those Chavvy types who rave and swear and say 'what the b...... hell etc'. I just feel very sorry for, also, that you are not more aware of the excellent job the Guards do for this Country and you give them no support. Sad.

It is just a picture. You do realise that don't you?

Any negative connotations exist only in your imagination.

scooba0010 · 09-22-2010, 01:47 PM

Put me in for a £10 who is collecting the cash ?

MY father used to stand out with the poppys and the tin for his regiment but has been given leave this year due to his illness .

I have a video somewhere of him marching past the cenotaph on the 11/11 wonderful

just a thought there cant be many of the old boys left now

willhollin · 09-22-2010, 02:40 PM

This is offensive.

To some people.

vivekk · 09-22-2010, 03:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by willhollin

This is offensive.

To some people.

You'd think, wouldn't you, Will.

Viv

willhollin · 09-22-2010, 03:25 PM

willhollin · 09-22-2010, 03:25 PM

vivekk · 09-22-2010, 03:31 PM

Trevikins · 09-23-2010, 02:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by scooba0010

Put me in for a £10 who is collecting the cash ?

MY father used to stand out with the poppys and the tin for his regiment but has been given leave this year due to his illness .

I have a video somewhere of him marching past the cenotaph on the 11/11 wonderful

just a thought there cant be many of the old boys left now

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09-21-2010, 04:54 PM	#48
RagingKileak Brigadier General 191 Rep 4,655 Posts Drives: M3 CS Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Yorkshire iTrader: (2)	I'm gonna come down on this bang in the middle really. I don't have any probs with the Avatar and I have a VERY good mate who is a rtd Sgt Mjr and was in the SAS as well as the personal guard of Sir Mike Jackson. He wouldn't take offence. However, people are being a bit strong with Carjack. I haven't seen him degrade himself with language etc or be in any way especially derogatory of MG (or anyone else) in defence of his views. Hence, I'd suggest we all chill and take a moment to consider that just maybe, from his POV, the avatar/comment combo was offensive. Not like me to be the voice of reason, but I do call it as I f**king well see it!! Matt
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09-22-2010, 01:39 AM	#49
xenon Major General 1397 Rep 8,083 Posts Drives: 2021 G21 330i M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Coventry iTrader: (0)	I agree with Matt that Carjack has been courteous throughout but it's precisely because of inter-service rivalry he should be able to see the funny side. Try being in the RAF, for f*cks sake. I see Carjacks point of view but he must be the most sensitive ex-special forces member I've come across. __________________ Ian Current: 2021 G21 330i M-Sport Previous: 2018 A6 Avant S-Line MMI+, 2014 F31 320d M-Sport, 2013 F10 520d M-Sport, 2011 F10 530d M-Sport, 2008 320i M-Sport Coupe, 2002 325i, 2001 318i valvetronic, 1998 318i, 1996 525i, 1990 Porsche 944S2
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E92BSM10 Brigadier General 49 Rep 3,608 Posts Drives: E92 320D M-Sport Highline Join Date: May 2010 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	Master gunner does it mean "Whither Duty and Glory Lead" am I right
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09-22-2010, 10:32 AM	#55
Carjack Stormtrooper 170 Rep 806 Posts Drives: 330i G20 M-Sport Portimao Blue Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: London iTrader: (0)	Thanks 'Master Gunner' for making the change you have! It is a still pity that your Avatar is not changing. It takes the mickey out of the Guards to a world wide audience and that cannot be right. However, I would like to say many thanks indeed those posts who have given me some support. To those who disagree with me and like the Avatar, also, to those Chavvy types who rave and swear and say 'what the b...... hell etc'. I just feel very sorry for, also, that you are not more aware of the excellent job the Guards do for this Country and you give them no support. Sad.
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09-22-2010, 10:36 AM	#56
xenon Major General 1397 Rep 8,083 Posts Drives: 2021 G21 330i M-Sport Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Coventry iTrader: (0)	I'm fully aware of the excellent job they, and other service men and women, do for the country and I always give them support, especially coming from a military family as I do. I simply do not agree that the avatar in any way diminishes that or "takes the mickey". I fail to see why humour cannot be used in this or any other scenarios. You feel it belittles the Guards; I do not. __________________ Ian Current: 2021 G21 330i M-Sport Previous: 2018 A6 Avant S-Line MMI+, 2014 F31 320d M-Sport, 2013 F10 520d M-Sport, 2011 F10 530d M-Sport, 2008 320i M-Sport Coupe, 2002 325i, 2001 318i valvetronic, 1998 318i, 1996 525i, 1990 Porsche 944S2
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09-22-2010, 10:40 AM	#57
willhollin Major General 268 Rep 9,915 Posts Drives: VW T5 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Worcestershire iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW E92 330d SE [10.00] 2010 Transporter T5 ... [0.00]	The picture in question is a stock avatar on this site, you should contact the site owners and voice your displeasure Carjack.
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beemerbird Major General 172 Rep 7,953 Posts Drives: Merc diesel Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Yorkshire iTrader: (0) Garage List 2010 TTRS [9.00] 2007 Audi S5 [0.00] May 2007 Porsche 99 ... [0.00] March 2007 Porsche ... [0.00] Sep. 2007 E92 335d SE [0.00] July 2006 E90 330i ... [0.00]	As Will says contact the site owners re. the avatar. Again, your opinion is your opinion but don't try and tell people what to do. This is not the army, nor is it a site read by every one in existence with access to the internet (to state the obvious). How do you actually know what peoples knowledge of the Guards is? Very sweeping generalisations. So by not having the avatar, that gives them support? Blimey, so much guilt going on. You need a long chat with someone imo. Too many unresolved issues. Last edited by beemerbird; 09-22-2010 at 12:31 PM..
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scooba0010 Colonel 156 Rep 2,349 Posts Drives: F32 430D-MOTORSPORT Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: UK iTrader: (1)	GOOD CAUSE Put me in for a £10 who is collecting the cash ? MY father used to stand out with the poppys and the tin for his regiment but has been given leave this year due to his illness . I have a video somewhere of him marching past the cenotaph on the 11/11 wonderful just a thought there cant be many of the old boys left now
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willhollin Major General 268 Rep 9,915 Posts Drives: VW T5 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Worcestershire iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW E92 330d SE [10.00] 2010 Transporter T5 ... [0.00]	This is offensive. To some people.
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