Originally posted by Saeed: If Capstick was alive today, I will take him on 21 day free safari!
First Class all the way!
He was instrumental in me going on my first African hunt.
I have had so much fun and joy because of him.
And non of us would be discussing this here now if was not for him.
Because there would be no AR!
I agree...I have family that went on Safari and used to walk around their trophy rooms as a kid in awe...then in college I read Death in the Long Grass and I knew that was what I wanted to do.
..and like Saeed said..there would be no AR without Peter Hathaway Capstick so put that in your pipe and smoke it!
24 July 2017, 22:12
jorge
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Originally posted by Saeed: If Capstick was alive today, I will take him on 21 day free safari!
First Class all the way!
He was instrumental in me going on my first African hunt.
I have had so much fun and joy because of him.
And non of us would be discussing this here now if was not for him.
Because there would be no AR!
hear hear!
Signed, Jorge Hathaway Capstick. Standing by, Saeed. I'd offer flying you in, but you can do that yourself already!
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24 July 2017, 22:12
Jan Dumon
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Originally posted by Saeed:
He was instrumental in me going on my first African hunt.
Yes, Capstick may have stretched the truth a bit but so did many others (John Taylor, Elmer Keith to name two). So what? The good he did was astounding in getting so many of us, including myself, turned on the Africa. I'm sorry he passed so young. Cal
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24 July 2017, 23:10
larryshores
I enjoyed his books very much although he was not the one stirring my initial interest in Africa.
I think we all tend to forget one thing. The typical safari hunter today knows a whole lot more than they did when PHC's books were written. So, yes, they seem much more unbelievable now. Regardless, they are entertaining.
I did see him at SCI shortly before his death . He did not look good. Not good at all. While I was saddened by his passing, I was not surprised.
24 July 2017, 23:14
fairgame
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Originally posted by Saeed: If Capstick was alive today, I will take him on 21 day free safari!
First Class all the way!
He was instrumental in me going on my first African hunt.
I have had so much fun and joy because of him.
And non of us would be discussing this here now if was not for him.
Because there would be no AR!
Makes me think that a Capstick safari in his old stomping grounds of the Luangwa would make for a good gentleman's safari?
Good on Peter and whilst safari hunting survives he will always be with us.
I could care less what he did I still love reading his stories. He can draw you in to a story as good as any writer.
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30 July 2017, 21:05
Ridgeman
So Mr SquirrelNut sir, don't you think an apology to Mr MacD37 is in order now that he has graciously decided to call you out on your angry accusations ? It would certainly be the gentlemanly thing to do and would help set a good example here on AR.
30 July 2017, 21:26
Peter
I don't know anything about Capstick. But I DO know about J.A. Hunter. I remember reading his books when I was a kid. It is a pity that his name is not remembered more. Everything I have heard points to his being a gentleman, but I am sure someone on this forum will find some dirt. Peter.
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30 July 2017, 21:28
Heym SR20
Capstick is a very good story teller and I love reading his books. I don't really care whether or not they are factually true 100%. They are hunting, fishing and adventure stories first and foremost and like all such good stories, especially after application of appropriate lubrication the beast will be a bit bigger, run a bit faster and end up a bit closer than might be than if they were conducted on a truly scientific basis.
I am not sure if he would have sold much copy about shooting dragon flies with bb guns if it was written as a scientific paper.
30 July 2017, 22:54
Big Wonderful Wyoming
More than anyone he got me excited about Africa as a school boy. I watched his videos with Ken Wilson when I was younger, and have read most of his books.
30 July 2017, 23:39
Frostbit
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Originally posted by chipolopolo: Conversely, as a writer, without exception the best African lore storyteller of all time. Chipolopolo
Originally posted by MJines: Sheesh, why all the anger and vitriol? I am sure you could care less but it certainly is a poor reflection on you. Easy to understand why you like to hide behind a pseudonym with your posts.
I don't hide behind a pseudonym, Mike. Everyone knows who I am or if they don't they haven't paid attention. I don't like frauds and I don't like people who insult my friends who aren't here to defend themselves.
Yes you do. WTF is your name?
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31 July 2017, 05:16
Crazyhorseconsulting
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quote: Originally posted by SquirrelNut: quote:
Originally posted by MJines: Sheesh, why all the anger and vitriol? I am sure you could care less but it certainly is a poor reflection on you. Easy to understand why you like to hide behind a pseudonym with your posts.
I don't hide behind a pseudonym, Mike. Everyone knows who I am or if they don't they haven't paid attention. I don't like frauds and I don't like people who insult my friends who aren't here to defend themselves.
Yes you do. WTF is your name?
What the hell difference does it REALLY make to ANYONE!!!!!!!!!!
He does not want to reveal his true identity, why worry about it!
He does not want to admit to Who he is or what factual knowledge he has, so simply ignore his ass!!!!!!
Even the rocks don't last forever.
31 July 2017, 05:54
jdollar
Wrong. He claims EVERYONE already knows his name. I certainly done know anyone named squirrelnut
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31 July 2017, 06:13
Crazyhorseconsulting
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Wrong. He claims EVERYONE already knows his name. I certainly done know anyone named squirrelnut
Do you or any of the test of us CARE what his name is?
I find it pathetic that he/she/it, is so damn paranoid as to feel the way they do toward Capstick!!!
Even the rocks don't last forever.
31 July 2017, 07:48
fulvio
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I find it pathetic that he/she/it, is so damn paranoid as to feel the way they do toward Capstick!!!
CH:
SN and others are equally entitled to voice their opinion of Capstick and his hunting tales, because tales they are.
Tale: "a story, especially one that might be invented or difficult to believe"
31 July 2017, 08:19
Gatogordo
I mean really some people need to get a life. Badgering a dead man is hardly seemly.
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31 July 2017, 08:46
Jefffive
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Originally posted by Gatogordo: I mean really some people need to get a life. Badgering a dead man is hardly seemly.
I have noticed a tendency among those who enjoy attacking others that their targets tend to be commensurate with their personal courage.
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31 July 2017, 09:04
SquirrelNut
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Originally posted by Jefffive:
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Originally posted by Gatogordo: I mean really some people need to get a life. Badgering a dead man is hardly seemly.
I have noticed a tendency among those who enjoy attacking others that their targets tend to be commensurate with their personal courage.
And I have noticed a tendency among those who have done only reading that hero worship tends to be commensurate with the pages turned rather than the veracity of the tales read.
31 July 2017, 09:47
Jefffive
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Originally posted by SquirrelNut:
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Originally posted by Jefffive:
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Originally posted by Gatogordo: I mean really some people need to get a life. Badgering a dead man is hardly seemly.
I have noticed a tendency among those who enjoy attacking others that their targets tend to be commensurate with their personal courage.
And I have noticed a tendency among those who have done only reading that hero worship tends to be commensurate with the pages turned rather than the veracity of the tales read.
I neither have nor particularly need heroes.
As for Capstick, I do not know what he did or didn't do, but have noted before that much of what he's derided for having claimed to have done he simply didn't claim. Basic literacy is all that is required to understand that most of the tales in his books are not his, he merely relates what he heard. Basic literacy eludes some.
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31 July 2017, 09:55
fulvio
Any takers for the tales of "Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs" or "Little Red Riding Hood"? - Porn versions of course!
31 July 2017, 11:58
RCG
So Squirrelnut? Are you the poster formerly known as "Chipplo' or "Adrook" ?
If I remember correctly, both of you were banned by Saeed.
31 July 2017, 12:09
Jefffive
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Originally posted by fulvio: Any takers for the tales of "Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs" or "Little Red Riding Hood"? - Porn versions of course!
So, in your version, is Snow White hunting buffalo with Mark Sullivan?
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31 July 2017, 12:23
Saeed
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Originally posted by Jefffive:
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Originally posted by fulvio: Any takers for the tales of "Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs" or "Little Red Riding Hood"? - Porn versions of course!
So, in your version, is Snow White hunting buffalo with Mark Sullivan?
Bloody hell!
Almost spit a mouthful of coffee on my iphone!
I can just imagine Cal is tagging along too with his hero.
"Come on Mark! You shoot the buffalo! Hey girl, get out of the way! Mark does not want to see you in the video! My hero has to have his 10 seconds of glory!"
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01 August 2017, 07:19
ledvm
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I guess hunting is best left to doing...not discussing.
Regards, Steve
True words there my friend.
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A born Texan has instilled in his system a mind-set of no retreat or no surrender. I wish everyone the world over had the dominating spirit that motivates Texans.– Billy Clayton, Speaker of the Texas House
No state commands such fierce pride and loyalty. Lesser mortals are pitied for their misfortune in not being born in Texas.— Queen Elizabeth II on her visit to Texas in May, 1991.
01 August 2017, 07:22
Crazyhorseconsulting
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SN and others are equally entitled to voice their opinion of Capstick and his hunting tales, because tales they are.
Did not say they weren't, but that does not mean the bastards aren't jealous or paranoid!
Stop for one minute and think. Unless those people listening to our stories concerning our hunts, were actually THERE, how do they know we aren't embellishing what actually happened??????
Even the rocks don't last forever.
01 August 2017, 07:25
ledvm
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Originally posted by postoak: CrazyHorse - no, I've never noticed that photo captioning -- did it used not to be there?
Yes, SquirrelNut has turned the thread ugly -- perhaps it should be locked since it is no longer about Capstick.
SquirrelNut - you say you don't stand behind a pseudonym -- just who are you?
A fellow hunter, American Patriot, and Southern Gentleman.
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A born Texan has instilled in his system a mind-set of no retreat or no surrender. I wish everyone the world over had the dominating spirit that motivates Texans.– Billy Clayton, Speaker of the Texas House
No state commands such fierce pride and loyalty. Lesser mortals are pitied for their misfortune in not being born in Texas.— Queen Elizabeth II on her visit to Texas in May, 1991.
01 August 2017, 07:33
Crazyhorseconsulting
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A fellow hunter, American Patriot, and Southern Gentleman.
That is really pretty shallow, and extremely pretty blatant Ass Kissing!
I had a better opinion of you than that!
Even the rocks don't last forever.
01 August 2017, 07:41
ledvm
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Originally posted by Crazyhorseconsulting:
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A fellow hunter, American Patriot, and Southern Gentleman.
That is really pretty shallow, and extremely pretty blatant Ass Kissing!
I had a better opinion of you than that!
Why? It is the truth! Squirrel Nut is a good friend of mine as is Steve.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ J. Lane Easter, DVM
A born Texan has instilled in his system a mind-set of no retreat or no surrender. I wish everyone the world over had the dominating spirit that motivates Texans.– Billy Clayton, Speaker of the Texas House
No state commands such fierce pride and loyalty. Lesser mortals are pitied for their misfortune in not being born in Texas.— Queen Elizabeth II on her visit to Texas in May, 1991.
01 August 2017, 07:44
SquirrelNut
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Originally posted by Crazyhorseconsulting:
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A fellow hunter, American Patriot, and Southern Gentleman.
That is really pretty shallow, and extremely pretty blatant Ass Kissing!
I had a better opinion of you than that!
Shallow, blatant, and an ass kisser?
I think not, them's fighting words...Lane's a good man. He's rather a humble friend and fellow Southerner with taste and a well-defined sense of humor. Ass-kisser he is not, shame on you Crazy Horse. We Southern boys need to stick together.
01 August 2017, 08:14
fulvio
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Stop for one minute and think. Unless those people listening to our stories concerning our hunts, were actually THERE, how do they know we aren't embellishing what actually happened??????
CH, there are some events in PHC's writings that are over-exaggerated to the point they even beat the best science fiction BS and yet there are some people who swallow it hook, line and sinker - which brings to mind cult psychology and Waco Texas.
If one were to review and edit 30% of Capstick's published verbal diarrhea one might end up with some acceptable prose, most of which would relate to hunters other than himself.
Had he still been alive, he would be 77 years of age and if you were to "stop for one minute and think", there are still a good number of people, some younger, some older, who would have known and have outlived him.
Again, if you honestly believe half of what he wrote you must also be a firm believer in the Tooth Fairy.
P.S. I for one am most certainly not jealous nor paranoid of Capstick and his fairy tales.
