[fsjeffrey]

Cononach,

Running down the threads it appears that many are interested in discussing topics that relate to everyday issues and that are not necessarily gun related..

Why don't you create a separate section that allows this?

Many of the gun related forums that I frequent have such sections and they don't detract from the integrity of the forums.

[Oleg Volk]

We have already considered that. Check the Tech Support forum archives.

[fsjeffrey]

Couldn't find out exactly you reasoning for not allowing an off topic section.

I did notice, however, that you have not closed a thread that has gone four pages entitled "world's smallest political quiz."

Might you not be a bit selective in what you call "Off Topic."

[Oleg Volk]

There's no perfect description for what would work and what wouldn't -- any borderline topic could go one way or the other because we have humans making the decisions.

[Mike Irwin]

Then I suggest closing EVERY thread. That ways there's no doubt that you're getting all of the off-topic ones...

Of course... :D

[fsjeffrey]

Do you really see the "Political Quiz" thread as a borderline topic?

Then how about "Nanny State, Parts I & II? Are they also borderline?

I just think you should re-visit your policy of excluding all non-gun related topics even as a separate category.

I am not going to continue pointing out "borderline" threads as it is obvious to all that there are many.

I am merely asking that you please give your policy on this issue another look.

[Oleg Volk]

It is being revised as we speak, so we'll have a clear and consistent approach. The moderators are doing their best but I've been inconsistent in my directions to them. So now, with the help of the experienced forum-wranglers, I am figuring out exactly how we will proceed.

[fsjeffrey]

Oleg,

Thanks, and God speed.

[Andrew Rothman]

I always figured that the rules were: posts get moved if they don't seem, in the sole opinion of the-guy-who-pays-the-bills (or his designated hitters), to fit the current forum.

I have wished for more consistent interpretation, but felt it was bad manners to complain -- like coming to dinner, then bitching about the food.

Bravo to Oleg and his mighty minions (or mighty minyan? :) ) for generally doing a good job.

Doubleplusgood that they are rigorizing the guidelines.

[45+]

Thanks for being open to constructive criticism.

I appreciate all the work it must take to keep something like this going. I am grateful for what I am able to learn and for the opportunity to share on occaision.

Keep up the good work.