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Rohrbaugh Products and Accessories => Rohrbaugh R9 (all variations) => Topic started by: robert on May 19, 2005, 10:44:52 AM
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I first learn about the Rohrbaugh a few days ago and I still trying to dicede if buying one. So I been reading this forum to get some information, what I don't get is the fact that must of you guys are talking about this gun like a jem or a jewel and the thought of power that is giving you paying $1000 for a pistol. If you wanna talk about real jewels and $25000 guns go to the shotgun talk forum. You will find, my boys that to the big guys is common to pay $5000 just for a barrel OK.
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Dont think its a matter of money here, just chit chat about a nice pistol, nor is it a head trip about spending 800 on a pistol. Im sure many members here have nice things that cost far more than this pistol. By the way does Louis Vuitton make a holster for my Rohrbaugh?
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Excellent retort to Roberts post, Victor! It is quite evident as to how you feel about your R9, regarding the " Louis Vuitton" comment.
And you are also correct in stating that owning a R9 is not just a head trip, it's just a matter of owning the " Best" that is available for all intended purpose's!
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do they make a gold R9 to match my gold tooth
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robert, get a life and a Kel-Tec! :P :-* :'( ::) 8)
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Newt, I'm not so sure that robert is not the Keltek of old!! ;D
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Robert,
I am not sure exactly where you are going with this thread. I will give you a little more rope to see...
Yep -- people here like their R-9s. A "jewel"? Maybe. If you had one you might understand. I have heard this term often to describe $200 NAA mini-revolvers too -- its about craftsmanship, not money.
I hope this thread gets more productive or it is short-lived.
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Sorry guys, I took Roberts bait this morning, guess trooling caught Robert a fish today.
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The jury is hung on this one Duane! ;D :P Sort of!
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>>As mentioned by Duane and others... To some of us here the R9 is an object to address with both fondness and respect, and so you will on occasion hear it referred to as a "pup", or "jewel", or maybe even a woman of class. It has absolutely nothing to do with money, or status...and everything to do with appreciation of quality craftsmanship and the enjoyment we get in our comradery, not to forget a great group of folks at the factory who appreciate some of the things we do - like good friends and fine firearms.
We have little to no use for folks who simply enjoy the notion that their guns are bigger than ours (which is probably quite true) as if that were an indication of higher social status and importance in life. In fact...generally speaking we believe smaller is better when it comes to the R9...and it's intended purpose. We willingly share our thoughts and experiences about this gun...with one another and other interested parties. But we do not shove this gun up one orifice or down another to make our points. As a matter of fact the R9 is not for everyone...in a similar sense that Jack Russell Terriers are not for all dog lovers...and that's OK...!!...TW<<
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Well said TW...
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For me it's mostly about having a 9mm pistol I can have in my pocket all summer while I wear shorts without a belt. The secret decoder ring didn't influence me at all... ;)
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I love this little gun but I didn't get one with my R9S!
Is this a factory option or did my dealer remove it from the box prior to sale?
Do the rings come in all stainless or two tone?
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Is this a factory option or did my dealer remove it from the box prior to sale?
I would check with my dealer. I hope you didn;t get ripped off!
Do the rings come in all stainless or two tone?
Classified. We can't post that publically. And, if you have to ask, you probably are not eligible to know...
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TW,
Thanks for those excellent comments about the R9.
Bill
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TW,
Thanks for those excellent comments about the R9.
Bill
>>Thanks, Bill... I just re-read that post and found it rang true for me now just as it did when I wrote it...TW<<
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I feel you can get "attached" to a gun. Today I had a very stressful day at work (problem with the newsmedia). Sometimes when this happens I hold my handmade pocket knife and rub the peal handles. Does this sound crazy - yes - but it works. I fine it relaxing. Why - I don't know - maybe it goes back to caveman days.
When I'm out in a area that could have some danger and am carrying my Seecamp (R9S not in yet) do I feel an attachment to it - yes. This little gun could possibly save my life and my wifes - it is hard not to feel attached. You hope you never have to use it but if you do you feel it will not let you down. Almost like a good friend I guess.
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Admittedly, for $25,000 I bet an "elite" shotgun does a better job at shooting ducks than the r9 does. But I bet it hurts more when you try and conceal it at the beach. ::)
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I just don't get 'barbs' like this unless they are done clearly in fun amongst 'friends and family'. As for whatever the gun costs - it is what it is and it is what the market will bear! there have been no comments on this forum about 'us' guys being able to buy these to somehow p..s on the heads of those who can't. In fact, there is more help and camaraderie here to help with a problem than many I've seen.
I think the price is something we all recognize is that which equates to the value we find of this firearm., be it $900 or $1300. It is a value determination that ties directly in to the confidence with which we can carry well hidden, but also well within reach of a draw, a firearm that we absolutely know will not fail us in a critical moment, will not fail to fire, feed, extract, or whatever and can command the use of a very powerful round that has proven its ability to deliver incapacitating injuries to the intended BG - and it can do all of that waiting for me in my pocket - silently, unobtrusively, waiting to deliver its finally tuned and engineered components in a scientifically and physically artful dance of perfection at the command of my trigger finger to defend life and limb of loved ones, then that is value I appreciate, even demand, in this engineering marvel.
If that all somehow makes me an elitist or gun snob to someone who really cares well then, fine, that's what I am to them. I'll spend exactly the next 3 seconds of my life pondering that before I forget to care.
It IS comforting to know I can can carry my R9 in virtually any attire, it stays concealed, and it will work, in a very big way, when I need it!!!
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Enough said on that topic!!!! Tom