Let me rephrase.... Why do wives hate when idiot husbands buy gear without telling.

[Eric O'Reilly]

Thats more accurate, i was being slightly comical with the last thread. But was also serious about it. She is actually fine now and Ive learned a valuable lesson. Now that ive cleared the air , does anybody have any funny stories?

 

[bvdrummer]

Hello, n00b here. I read through the other thread and it's mildly amusing. My wife and I have agreed that we each get a couple percent of our income to blow on whatever, and this has worked great. I can save up and buy whatever with no questions asked (granted it takes a while for high end gear). I'm wondering if you guys are serious about buying gear and hiding it, 'cuz I couldn't see myself doing that

 

[coldsummer]

Here's my top tip. If your wife asks you how many guitars you have then always add a couple then you can buy one or two new guitars if the right ones become available. It also works in your favour if you accidentally leave the music room unlocked and the wife takes advantage of the opportunity to conduct a sneaky audit. Of course this only works if you have a lot of guitars, it would no good for guys with just one or two.

 

[mtrejo]

Why does (my) wife hate when (I) buy gear without telling.

There, I fixed it for ya.

 

[gregmusi]

I can't answer why they get mad, but I can say that it's easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission

 

[xjbebop]

That title question answers itself!

 

[lessthanone]

My gf(of 5 years,close enough to wife) has come to an understanding. I work very hard for my money, pay ALL the bills including her car insurance etc etc. I put a roof over our heads. After all my bills Im left with $2200/month extra cash. That is and will always be my money. She doesn't question my gear purchases or other purchases for that matter

 

[Tanax]

If you're buying it with your private savings, it's none of her business. If you're using your shared savings, then that's just stupid to not tell her, why would someone even do that? So many idiot posts in this thread. Makes me ashamed of the male race.

 

[Metlupass2]

My fiancé doesn't consult with me before buying shoes, makeup, clothes, or purses so I don't have to tell her about my gear purchases.

 

[ozzyrules]

My gf(of 5 years,close enough to wife) has come to an understanding. I work very hard for my money, pay ALL the bills including her car insurance etc etc. I put a roof over our heads. After all my bills Im left with $2200/month extra cash. That is and will always be my money. She doesn't question my gear purchases or other purchases for that matter

I've got a guitar to sell you for $2200. Lol.

 

[lessthanone]

I've got a guitar to sell you for $2200. Lol.

If only it wasn't red....Ive actually got another odd for me ngd coming in a week or 2

 

[MajtasticVoyage]

I can't answer why they get mad, but I can say that it's easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission

God I wish this forum had the "like" button

 

[mtrejo]

If you're buying it with your private savings, it's none of her business. If you're using your shared savings, then that's just stupid to not tell her, why would someone even do that? So many idiot posts in this thread. Makes me ashamed of the male race.

Wow, I think your wife hacked into your account and left this message. Otherwise, take a chill pill buddy, it'll be alright. It's an Internet forum, no need to get overly worked up about things…jeez.

 

[Tollywood]

Wow, I think your wife hacked into your account and left this message. Otherwise, take a chill pill buddy, it'll be alright. It's an Internet forum, no need to get overly worked up about things…jeez.

+1

If my wife hacked into my account, you'd see some stuff on the for sale thread listed at the prices (lies) I told her. haha

 

[Stratty316]

So Tollie, what you got for sale? Lol

 

[Tollywood]

So Tollie, what you got for sale? Lol

Hi Mat!

Warning: if you see a For Sale post for one of my guitars looking for trades of nice shoes and handbags, be wary!

 

[Stratty316]

I'll give up a few of my wife's handbags for one of those Lukes!!! Got anything with an All Rosewood neck?!?

 

[mtrejo]

So Tollie, what you got for sale? Lol

He will very soon eh bRyan?

 

[Tollywood]

Got anything with an All Rosewood neck?!?

He will very soon eh bRyan?

Yes, I have some exciting mods on the horizon...a neck swap with a very good friend is in the works.
(spoiler alert: it's with Mario)

 

[mtrejo]

Haha, sorry Bryan, I quoted Mat(t) on the wrong line. It was meant to be about the Rosewood neck, not the selling gear.
But yeah, neck swap mod. I'm very excited 'bout that!