[Ansteorra] I know every "Viking" persona is going to want one

[Michael Kahn]

Well, as one who really enjoys irony, I should have recognized it for what
it was.  I apologize for words that seem much harsher than was intended. 
I re-read it and edited it several times before posting it, believing I
had managed to strike the right balance.  Yet here on Monday morning after
a weekend of great fun at Steppes Warlord, my original post seems harsh. 
That wasn't my intent.  Please allow me to apologize.

  Miles Grey


Pat Mullins wrote:
> this IS a magnificent ship. I have little doubt that it is as authentic as
> it can be and still comply with government regulations. I, too, "drool
> over this marvelously-authentic vessel." Nevertheless, the listing does
> describe the engines (and radio and compass) then claim "there are no sops
> to 'modern times' here." and that IS amusing. And I don't think Master
> Robin was being cynical. He was being ironic.
> Paedric
> Paul DeLisle <ferretpd at gmail.com> wrote: He's got you there, Robin...and I
> have to agree with him 100%...your
> cynicism does you no justice in this case.
>
> Alden
>
>
> You might want to look into such esoterica as requirements for Coast
> Guard certification and the like before you mock such an authentic
> reproduction.  Then take a look around you at the events you'll be
> attending this weekend and wonder if your criticism of the Islendinger
> doesn't ring just a tad bit hollow.  Is *your* garb sewn with "general
> purpose" thread that uses polyester for longevity and strength?  Mine
> is.  I also bottle my mead in modern glass bottles using artificial
> corks (even real corks aren't period).  *You* may mock the engines; *I*
> will drool over this marvelously-authentic vessel.
>
>   Miles Grey