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InsertCleverNameHere
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looks like a piss poor printing job to me
They likely figure most won’t notice it’s off. We had an issue with our Simonis spots leaving black spots on the 1 ball - the ball that sits on the spot when you break.
When I informed Simonis of this, they claimed they’d never heard of that issue before. We’ve since switched to Master spots and the black spots on the 1ball are no longer showing up.
I haven't used Simonis spots in about 15 years, for this very reason. I only use Master spots.
Did they mean 1860?
boogieman
It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that ping.
I used about a dozen simonis back when I first got my cloth. Then I bought tefco. I would never buy simonis spots again. They aren't as good. Less durable and more black dye rubs off on balls. Tefco is the shit when it comes to spots.
Probably . 1680 is insane
1860 is still a bit of a stretch, but that’s believable kinda….
Let me get my AI machine out and I’ll have a story too…..j/k
I’m still not buying the 1680 legacy sales pitch.
My family dates back to 1395 they were farmers….
please buy my product! Good find on the back story.
Have a good weekend
Fatboy
Fatboy’ s family history stretches back to the year 1365, when his ancestors first made their mark on the world. It began with a man named Aldric Fatboy, a humble blacksmith living in a small village in England. Aldric was known for his unmatched skill in crafting weapons and tools, and his reputation spread throughout the region. He married a woman named Elspeth, a weaver, and together they built a life of steady labor, providing for their children and passing on their trades.
As generations passed, the Fatboy name grew in renown. Aldric’s grandson, Cedric Fatboy, became a knight during the reign of King Henry IV. Cedric was a valiant warrior, fighting in the Hundred Years’ War, where he earned distinction in several key battles. His bravery was recognized, and he was granted a small plot of land near the coast, where he built a manor. Though wealthy, Cedric never forgot his blacksmith roots, and he established a forge on his land to continue the family’s legacy.
The next several centuries saw the Fatboy family evolve in status. By the early 1500s, the Fatboys had become a well-known merchant family, trading in textiles and fine goods across Europe. Sir Lionel Fatboy, a descendant of Cedric, was a prominent figure in the trading world. His ships sailed the Mediterranean, exchanging goods from Italy to North Africa, and his family became deeply tied to the success of the English East India Company in the late 1600s.
By the early 1800s, the Fatboy family was no longer just wealthy merchants or nobles; they were deeply entrenched in the industrial revolution. Edward Fatboy, a great-great-grandson of Sir Lionel, was a pioneering engineer. He built one of the first steam-powered looms in Lancashire, making a fortune and founding Fatboy Industries, which became a key player in England’s textile manufacturing boom. The family’s wealth and influence soared during this time, and Fatboy Industries was known far and wide.
However, as the years wore on, the Fatboys began to lose their grip on the manufacturing world. By the late 1800s, the family moved into less industrial work and began buying land in the countryside. George Fatboy, a renowned collector of fine art, transformed one of the family estates into a private museum, housing works from the greatest artists of the period. The family’s attention turned to culture, history, and philanthropy.
The 20th century saw a shift once again. The Fatboy family faced the ravages of two World Wars, and while they lost some of their wealth during the Great Depression, they were resilient. The last major industrial venture from the Fatboys was a steel mill that operated through the 1950s, before the family diversified into real estate and technology. The Fatboys made their mark in the emerging world of computing during the 1980s, when Albert Fatboy, a great-great-grandson of George, became one of the first investors in what would become a major Silicon Valley startup.
Fatboy’s family is more diverse than ever. Though once focused on old-world industries like textiles and steel, now they are involved in everything from art and real estate to digital startups and environmental sustainability. Fatboy’s immediate family, too, reflects this shift: his father, a real estate developer, and his mother, an environmental scientist, have always been passionate about creating spaces that blend sustainability with modern living. Fatboy himself, now in his 50’s, is a washed up wanna be pool player, living in Dubai and Las Vegas trying to figure out wtf to do next.
So the Fatboy story goes……
The Fatboy name still carries weight, not because of the grand estates, but because of their long legacy of adapting, evolving, and contributing to society. Their history is a story of triumph and transformation, from the humble blacksmith shop in 1365 to the cutting-edge enterprises of the present. Through centuries of war, peace, industry, and innovation, the Fatboy family has always found a way to thrive, shaping the world in their own way, generation after generation.
As generations passed, the Fatboy name grew in renown. Aldric’s grandson, Cedric Fatboy, became a knight during the reign of King Henry IV. Cedric was a valiant warrior, fighting in the Hundred Years’ War, where he earned distinction in several key battles. His bravery was recognized, and he was granted a small plot of land near the coast, where he built a manor. Though wealthy, Cedric never forgot his blacksmith roots, and he established a forge on his land to continue the family’s legacy.
The next several centuries saw the Fatboy family evolve in status. By the early 1500s, the Fatboys had become a well-known merchant family, trading in textiles and fine goods across Europe. Sir Lionel Fatboy, a descendant of Cedric, was a prominent figure in the trading world. His ships sailed the Mediterranean, exchanging goods from Italy to North Africa, and his family became deeply tied to the success of the English East India Company in the late 1600s.
By the early 1800s, the Fatboy family was no longer just wealthy merchants or nobles; they were deeply entrenched in the industrial revolution. Edward Fatboy, a great-great-grandson of Sir Lionel, was a pioneering engineer. He built one of the first steam-powered looms in Lancashire, making a fortune and founding Fatboy Industries, which became a key player in England’s textile manufacturing boom. The family’s wealth and influence soared during this time, and Fatboy Industries was known far and wide.
However, as the years wore on, the Fatboys began to lose their grip on the manufacturing world. By the late 1800s, the family moved into less industrial work and began buying land in the countryside. George Fatboy, a renowned collector of fine art, transformed one of the family estates into a private museum, housing works from the greatest artists of the period. The family’s attention turned to culture, history, and philanthropy.
The 20th century saw a shift once again. The Fatboy family faced the ravages of two World Wars, and while they lost some of their wealth during the Great Depression, they were resilient. The last major industrial venture from the Fatboys was a steel mill that operated through the 1950s, before the family diversified into real estate and technology. The Fatboys made their mark in the emerging world of computing during the 1980s, when Albert Fatboy, a great-great-grandson of George, became one of the first investors in what would become a major Silicon Valley startup.
Fatboy’s family is more diverse than ever. Though once focused on old-world industries like textiles and steel, now they are involved in everything from art and real estate to digital startups and environmental sustainability. Fatboy’s immediate family, too, reflects this shift: his father, a real estate developer, and his mother, an environmental scientist, have always been passionate about creating spaces that blend sustainability with modern living. Fatboy himself, now in his 50’s, is a washed up wanna be pool player, living in Dubai and Las Vegas trying to figure out wtf to do next.
So the Fatboy story goes……
The Fatboy name still carries weight, not because of the grand estates, but because of their long legacy of adapting, evolving, and contributing to society. Their history is a story of triumph and transformation, from the humble blacksmith shop in 1365 to the cutting-edge enterprises of the present. Through centuries of war, peace, industry, and innovation, the Fatboy family has always found a way to thrive, shaping the world in their own way, generation after generation.
Nice story. It’s Phatt
Iwishiwasrich
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I see no mention of the family battle for the orange 5 ball.....
And they said AI will save the world
Good catch, I was slipping this morning.
I’m going to call Elon and see why AI has missed the most vital part of my family history and my future legacy.
This is a Saturday morning crisis at the very least.
Thank you again
Fatboy
I’ve let the legion down. I’m on the phone with Elon Musk in a hour to set this matter straight. I figure he’s the guy to call to undo the damage I caused by my oversight.
You'll get a signed picture of him dressed like Larry David.... T shirt Sport Coat and SneaksI’ve let the legion down. I’m on the phone with Elon Musk in a hour to set this matter straight. I figure he’s the guy to call to undo the damage I caused by my oversight.