The pleasure of fine things

[Kevin Peacocke]

Not sure if these (kids, hounds and horses) count as “finer things” or if they are what keeping me from affording the “finer things”, lol. But they sure do make some great memories.

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I do appreciate quality handmade tack and a nice rifle in the scabbard.

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Yes, they certainly count.

@Hunter-Habib,

Should our paths ever cross, I believe dinner is in order.

I would very much like to join that group, if I may be so bold. A fine dinner in fine settings is also something to cherish, more so for the company than the cuisine.
My good friend and Carruthers & Co member Pheroze and his son Nuval enjoyed a great evening at the Johannesburg Club a few years ago.

 

[Kevin Peacocke]

Sad to not be invited to this party. Actually, I do have a few things of value. This fountain pen may not be a Montblanc but it is easy on the eyes and probably writes just as nicely. A wheelchair bound man was selling homemade pens in the hospital lobby November 17, 2009. My son had his first seizure during the night and we didn't think he'd make it. Buying this pen seemed a nice distraction for a worthy cause. Sadly, Wesley died during the night a month later. That pen goes with me everywhere since then. Somehow I have not managed to lose it ... yet. This one was made from maple burl. It's even survived a couple trips through the laundry machine. All I can find on the shelf here is Parkers ink. Not the greatest. Any recommendations?
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My priceless black Lab is in the background sleeping on the pullout in my possibly collectable 1988 19' tandem axel Terry camper trailer. The previous owner apparently had a cat that liked to attack the curtain above Ellie. At least the SOB was house trained and didn't piss on anything in the trailer. That would have made it very uncollectable!

I can be a right ass sometimes OH, please forgive me.

 

[Kevin Peacocke]

A cane trout rod is something special. This little 3wt was made by Steve Boshoff in the Cape, fitted with a 2/3 Hardy Angel and here on a Scottish stream with a wee brownie.

 

[TaylorM456]

My parents gave me a stainless Rolex Submariner when I graduated college in 1987. I have worn it nearly every day since, even today to church, then after when I was working on my tractor.

(They said they wanted to buy me something for $2,000 and that's what I wanted) (Two years later, my brother wanted them to pay off his 1979 Buick Regal) (I still have the watch!)


For a boy who's dad sold tractor parts and who's mom made zipper's for a living, my tastes have probably always outpaced our means. (I may have gotten this from my mother, who recognized "finer" things)

I saved up birthday and Christmas money (I never got an "allowance") until I could buy a Hardy LRH fly reel when I was 13 years old. I still have it today.

When I finished graduate school in 1991, I bought a Sage 890 RPLX fly rod and a Lamson 3.5 reel. Every bonefish I've ever caught has been on that rod.

My wife gave me a CZ 550 Safari Magnum in .416 Rigby (not a "fine rifle," but FINE for me) for my 40th birthday present. I got to take a buffalo with it in 2021.

This was Safari Dave in 1982:
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I gave $2,000 for that Land Cruiser (my only car loan). Dang, I wish I could get it back. (some hair would be nice too)

I still have the shirt and belt and still wear Danner hiking boots, but the days of wearing Medium are long gone.

Reading classic hunting and fishing books and magazines, probably influenced my propensity towards some of the "finer things."

What Danner boots do you recommend?

 

[CM McKenzie]

Yeah, my dad and I have very similar rigs that Jeff made. Zero complaints with the quality/craftsmanship.

Mine wasn’t used much for several years but got back into hunting horseback and it gets out regularly now.


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This was back the first fall I had it many years (and pounds) ago!

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Did he carve the grizzly in the back of your cantle?

 

[TaylorM456]

My original Bausch + Lomb safety glasses that I wear everyday in my manufacturing facility.
Probably the oldest thing in the whole building, cleaned weekly in fish oil.
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What do you manufacture? I like those!

 

[TaylorM456]

Custom boots are my self indulgence from time to time. My TCU old school baseball logo ones are my favorite. Elephant lowers.

 

[Altitude sickness]

Datchew, I really enjoy the old R50s all the way back.

Zinz, HERE is a high cantle.(not sure how yours could be called high) I bought this roping saddle from a small custom maker in OK. I prefer the high cantle at the angle shown. And rough out only for me.

Shown here on my newly acquired Team Roping horse I named Curley Bill.

He got his name from; In the heading box he “Curls” his head back away from the steer to escape the pressure. A little nudge and he’s ready for me to nod.

I see he isn’t even branded yet in these pics. A solid Head horse is now priced at or above a new Heym with all the bells and whistles

 

[spike.t]

@Hunter-Habib,

Should our paths ever cross, I believe dinner is in order.

Add me....haven't had for long time.....

 

[MedRiver]

Did he carve the grizzly in the back of your cantle?

No. We have our brands carved in the back.

 

[Josh P]

I can be a right ass sometimes OH, please forgive me.

It’s an unfortunate trait many of us have in common. Refinement of character, humility, and honesty are all very fine things to enjoy as well. Care and maintenance for all fine things.

 

[roverandbrew]

Yes, they certainly count.

I would very much like to join that group, if I may be so bold. A fine dinner in fine settings is also something to cherish, more so for the company than the cuisine.
My good friend and Carruthers & Co member Pheroze and his son Nuval enjoyed a great evening at the Johannesburg Club a few years ago.
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Was that at the Rand Club?

 

[Andrew NOLA]

Every day that the sun comes up and I get to see it

Any day I actually get something accomplished (I wish I could say that was every day)

Being able to sleep in peace when day is done

Maybe I should’ve been a preacher

 

[Altitude sickness]

My post above was not very clear. That picture was taken when I acquired Curly Bill years ago.

 

[Kevin Peacocke]

Was that at the Rand Club?

Yes

 

[steve white]

A cane trout rod is something special. This little 3wt was made by Steve Boshoff in the Cape, fitted with a 2/3 Hardy Angel and here on a Scottish stream with a wee brownie.
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Love that handle, too! Great thread, Kevin

 

[Kharn]

What do you manufacture? I like those!

I'm an OEM for multiple brands & companies, I do not personally have a product (I'm the product), I'm a sole trader operator (keeps overheads low).
I serve & service industries such as aerospace & defense, automotive, medical, mining, marine, food & beverage, entertainment, agriculture, energy, etc etc etc.

 

[DmacD]

Then there are those items that started off as inexpensive, and appreciated over time. I own this BRNO ZKK 600 chambeeed in 7x57 Mauer. When they were originally sold in the late 70's and early 80's, they could be had for a pittance. Now, they command a much higher price. They are miles ahead of a new entry level rifle in terms of quality. Those with a keen eye will see the Murray Custom Leather sling on there too! (I am a sucker for good leather!)

 

[DmacD]

Oh, and in case anyone is wondering, yes, it does shoot too!
I took this Buck at 200 yards this morning with it!

 

[Rare Breed]

Yes

Curious my friend…is this club in Jberg something filled with nostalgia? Meaning on my next trip should I make time for it?