An alternative to "gentlemen"

[Tobus]

It seems to me that around here on X Marks, the term "gentleman" has now morphed into some one who treats people well, but also must wear a lot of tweed, dress like someone from about 1936, adhere to a code of conduct based around the time of Prince Edward, probably smoke a pipe, and drink gin and tonic.

Hmm, that sounds more like a chap to me!

[auld argonian]

"1. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."

DUDE onto others...

Mensch?

In these parts it's a compliment of sorts to be referred to as a "regular guy". as in, "Y'know...he's all right...he's just a regular guy."

Used to drive an English friend of mine crazy with the question, "How do you tell the Old Chaps from the Old Beans?"

Best

AA

[O'Searcaigh]

It seems to me that around here on X Marks, the term "gentleman" has now morphed into some one who treats people well, but also must wear a lot of tweed, dress like someone from about 1936, adhere to a code of conduct based around the time of Prince Edward, probably smoke a pipe, and drink gin and tonic.

Hmmm... I guess I may be missing something but I haven't gotten that impression here and if all this is what is required to be a "gentleman," then I've evidently gone into a lot of lavatories so designated under false pretenses.

[JSFMACLJR]

Shouldn't this thread be moved to Craig's Corner?
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f245/

[JSFMACLJR]

Shouldn't this thread be moved to Craig's Corner?
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f245/

Seriously, the alternative to a gentleman is not somebody I'd really like to meet.

[BoldHighlander]

Seriously, the alternative to a gentleman is not somebody I'd really like to meet.

I have way to many times in my line of work and you are quite right, Sandy!

[CopperNGold]

I would like to add +1s to so many of the reactions here, but there are too many to quote.

A gentleman knows that being called a gentleman is a positive connotation and not a negative one. He also knows that it takes a lot more than two rules to become a gentleman. A gentleman wears the moniker proudly because he has earned the right by dedication to his positive actions. He is well-spoken and does not encite people to get a rise out of them.

Non-gentlemen like to just ruffle feathers for their own amusement. The mark of a gentleman is quiet strength and not brute force. A gentleman is not pushy, abrasive or rude.

A gentleman, for the most part, would prefer to be called a gentleman rather than a dude. He also knows that he is a gentleman no matter what he is wearing, and at all times and in any place. Some men reach the peak of gentlemanly behavior easily, but others are just lost causes.

A gentleman knows 'the difference," while others remain clueless.

I am expecting return volley! It will be no surprise.

[Alan H]

I would like to add +1s to so many of the reactions here, but there are too many to quote.

A gentleman knows that being called a gentleman is a positive connotation and not a negative one. He also knows that it takes a lot more than two rules to become a gentleman. A gentleman wears the moniker proudly because he has earned the right by dedication to his positive actions. He is well-spoken and does not encite people to get a rise out of them.

Non-gentlemen like to just ruffle feathers for their own amusement. The mark of a gentleman is quiet strength and not brute force. A gentleman is not pushy, abrasive or rude.

A gentleman, for the most part, would prefer to be called a gentleman rather than a dude. He also knows that he is a gentleman no matter what he is wearing, and at all times and in any place. Some men reach the peak of gentlemanly behavior easily, but others are just lost causes.

A gentleman knows 'the difference," while others remain clueless.

I am expecting return volley! It will be no surprise.

Each to their own, Madam!

[gary meakin]

I would like to add +1s to so many of the reactions here, but there are too many to quote.

A gentleman knows that being called a gentleman is a positive connotation and not a negative one. He also knows that it takes a lot more than two rules to become a gentleman. A gentleman wears the moniker proudly because he has earned the right by dedication to his positive actions. He is well-spoken and does not encite people to get a rise out of them.

Non-gentlemen like to just ruffle feathers for their own amusement. The mark of a gentleman is quiet strength and not brute force. A gentleman is not pushy, abrasive or rude.

A gentleman, for the most part, would prefer to be called a gentleman rather than a dude. He also knows that he is a gentleman no matter what he is wearing, and at all times and in any place. Some men reach the peak of gentlemanly behavior easily, but others are just lost causes.

A gentleman knows 'the difference," while others remain clueless.

I am expecting return volley! It will be no surprise.

Thank you CopperNGold

[CopperNGold]

I would like to add +1s to so many of the reactions here, but there are too many to quote.

A gentleman knows that being called a gentleman is a positive connotation and not a negative one. He also knows that it takes a lot more than two rules to become a gentleman. A gentleman wears the moniker proudly because he has earned the right by dedication to his positive actions. He is well-spoken and does not encite people to get a rise out of them.

Non-gentlemen like to just ruffle feathers for their own amusement. The mark of a gentleman is quiet strength and not brute force. A gentleman is not pushy, abrasive or rude.

A gentleman, for the most part, would prefer to be called a gentleman rather than a dude. He also knows that he is a gentleman no matter what he is wearing, and at all times and in any place. Some men reach the peak of gentlemanly behavior easily, but others are just lost causes.

A gentleman knows 'the difference," while others remain clueless.

I am expecting return volley! It will be no surprise.