Need an excuse URGENT

[patogordo]

Had a little disagreement with the missus about my internet shoping and the argument ended in "why the hell you need 70 spydercos" said ill have an answer later, any ideas? or my internet rights will be revoked :(

[Stuart Ackerman]

It is cheaper, safer, healthier... than collecting whiskey, cigars, women, drugs, stamps, coins, cars, guns, etc etc

[Simon G]

They are an investment! :D

[vampyrewolf]

inheritance

look at what antiques from the turn of the 20th century are bringing at auction, and what your grandchildren will inherit

[CKE]

Like zackerty said...man you could be doing a lot worse. I don't smoke, drink or have any other bad habits or hobbies. Knife collecting is pretty safe. After 70 Spydies if this is your first dissagreement you are one of the lucky ones:) Good Luck :)

[Stuart Ackerman]

pat,
how many shoes does she have?
lipstick?
bags?
etc
etc
etc
...and how many of those items can spread butter, cut anything, and save lives?

[Senate]

the more you buy the less remain to be bought... :p

[Stuart Ackerman]

but Sal keeps on making MORE.....

[KBR]

I encourage my wife to buy/order things for herself from the internet(HSN) or department stores and once she does, I get something for myself too....a new :spyder:. :D

[CKE]

Mario...I wish it were that simple :)

[Jimd]

Tell her how much they appreciate in value.

Then tell her how you can use them for very important tasks.

And finally....why the HELL did you let her know you have 70 of them?!?!

[wotanson]

How bout, "A man can't have enough knives".....yeah, I know, not a prayer :D

[i.v]

just ask her "why not?"
if she has an answer to that, come back here :D

[Hannibal Lecter]

And finally....why the HELL did you let her know you have 70 of them?!?!

While honesty *is* generally the best policy, if you told her you have 70 knives you are really asking for it. Don't volunteer information.


Ta,

H

[JD Spydo]

Dr Lecter it is issues such as this that require a "Closer Look". What I mean by that is: There are things that are not as they appear. The other brothers are right about the Spydercos being an investment. She can't see it from that standpoint because she hasn't been bitten by the Spyder yet. But of all the Spyders I have owned over the last 8 years I can honestly say that I have only lost money on 3 of them. But I have either broke even or incurred a huge appreciation out of the rest of them.

Ask her how many Mutual Funds could make that statement. Or how many stocks on Wall Street can make that statement.

Also like the other brothers eluded to: There are a myriad of other distractions that are not an investment, that are distructive to a person, and that do not educate or edify in any way, shape or form.

You Sir in my opinion have a very wholesome, advantageous hobby/interest.
You can't say that about a wardrobe or a bunch of meaningless trinkets that ladies like to adorn their house with. There you are: The truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. :cool: :spyder:

[Hannibal Lecter]

You Sir in my opinion have a very wholesome, advantageous hobby/interest.

An example to perhaps illustrate a point:

A former co-worker has a gambling problem. He spends over $5 - 6K per year on lottery tickets, etc. I inquired of him one day, very respectfully, why he was addicted so. He responded:

"I don't fish, hunt, have a wife, go on vacation, or have any hobbies. This is what I spend my money on. It is something I enjoy."

Sometimes nothing more needs to be said.


Ta,

H

[J Smith]

How many pairs of shoes does she have?How much make-up?
What are those shoes going to worth in a couple years?

[patogordo]

thanks guys I can build a good strong answer from here :cool:

she freaked out when she saw the drawer where i keep them :p

[boxer93]

she freaked out when she saw the drawer where i keep them :p
One reason I have a large gun safe. They are out of sight most of the time and locked up. She knows I collect them, no idea how many though :) Other things were mentioned replacing hobby money. For me it's coffee. I don't drink it. I figure even a cup a day at a $1 a day that >$350 that I can use for sharp things. My wife actually likes the more expensive coffees, I'll have to up my estimates and spend more :)
Chris

[Stuart Ackerman]

..."All the better to cut things for you, my Dear"...

Give her one that she might like, and challenge her to use it for a month, and then stop using it....like Sal used to advertise.

You might have to tell HER to stop spending money on Spyderco Edgeware for the Educated!...

Stuart

[dialex]

"I've sinned, I know, but what was I supposed to do? I had a sad childhood, without toys. :o On Christmas, my father went out, shot a gun fire in the air and told me that Santa just killed himself. :( I'm a weak soul and they were keeping showing those Spydies. :mad: I felt the urge to posess them, even higher than for that cute lass next door... oops" :eek: - and here is the diversion which will turn your wife's attention from spydies - at least for the moment.

[silverback]

she freaked out when she saw the drawer where i keep them :p
She knows where they are? Weren't you paying attention? Like Hannibal said, don't volunteer information! :rolleyes:
I was going to give advice, but as you actively erode your position I doubt it's worth it... :D

Ah, what the heck, here goes:
Emergency plan - Have a friend dress up as a robber (striped shirt, canvas bag, crowbar, eye mask...) and break into your house, then "scare him away" with one of your knives. If you got a trainer you might stage a little fight first. Later stand under a flag in the wind and say:"I'm no hero, just a man doing what must be done! But where would I be without my SPYDERCO?" (looking into the distance, thoughtful expression)
Don't overdo it, though...

Actually, that could be a good commercial. When can I start filming, Sal?
(damn I'm good) :D

[fret]

You need to get her interested in collecting knives too.

[Hannibal Lecter]

You need to get her interested in collecting knives too.

There's an idea. Present her with a Cricket or some other smallish knife for purse or pocket carry. The Spyderco utility value will take over from there. Downside: (as with my Lady with me) your Lady might start eyeing *your* knives for her collection. Not good.

Or, as an alternative, get her into collecting something else and support her in her collecting. Find out what she really likes, something she might have a desire to collect, and pick up one or two of that item as a surprise gift for her. This will a). start her down the same road you travel, albeit with a different focus, and b). show her what a considerate and loving man she is married to. <!!! Caveat: if she becomes as determined about her collection as you are with your collection, there may be calls from Collections in short order as bills go unpaid to add to collections... :eek: !!!>


Ta,

H

[Gerard Breuker]

Just tell here she is absolutely right and it is time you start collecting a more expensive brand. You are sorry she will have less money to spend but you do agree with her and thank her. Then you wait and see what happens.