Hmm. We get some more information on Blackjack and his use of his firearm, as identified convincingly by Tarry, a Colt Woodman .22LR; probably a Match Target model like no. 3-21 at the link—a collectible classic befitting a marksman (even if he’s a looney one).
‘Cool Boy’ Sam … the ASH . . .still, on his cigarette. That’s where experience pays off, knowing how to roll with the punches, or say to severe BUMPS on the shoulder of his cigarrete holding hand. Real class ! The sort of panache a friend of mine in another place would do well to emulate.
But you have wonder if Sam’s " senses " are now ‘ALERTED’ (?)Look at the slant of those eyes, what the hecks the man’s looking at with so much attention ?
I have been a “Tracy” fan for many years and I am very pleased with the new writing and art, however; I am bothered by Sam always looking like he is on fire. I don’t care if people smoke, but society has become so opposed to smoking that about the only place you can do it is out doors. Therefore the fact that Sam smokes constantly regardless of where he is and no one complains takes away from the idea that the stories take place in modern times. I don’t want to make a big deal about this; it just seems a little weird—-)
@Stagger LeeYes, the gun is a tool. But, it has to be accurate in order for a marksman to use it to its potential. Even Richard Petty would not win a NASCAR race in a Pinto. Got to have both the skill AND the equipment.
Thanks all, for your comments yesterday. This was supposed to have been posted back when Tarry Plaguer celebrated his birthday. Why it was not done I cannot say. Hope you do not mind its being posted now.His Birthday having now passed on byHe hangs his head and begins to cryWhat is the cause of this great downfall?Why, the postings on his facebook wallOur tarry little lad is another year olderI wonder if it has made him any less bolder?Does he lament for his wastrel youthNow that he grows, so long in the tooth?“Oh, to be a spry youngster, all of forty eight againWith a bleep-eating grin he said “Allow me to explain.”“That night in Bangkok, that week in the LevantThe weekend I spent with Eunice, your then maiden aunt.”“Bear hunting with a switch, sans any clothesAnd those tawny twins, with their magical toes.”“That trek across the Alps, rafting down the ZambeziRunning along the Great Wall (that left me wheezy).”“Pilfering Fort Knox with its bars so goldenHaving a good lawyer to which I’m beholden.”“Kissing the Queen and goosing her mumThe palace guard throwing me out on my bum.”“So many memories of which I cannot tell Most of which would land me in jail.”
Ms. Tree?.Call me FRANK AND ERNST * gal..FRANK AND ERNST gal, you say a lot, but SAM STILL LOOKS LIKE HE IS ON FIRE!*.OH YES, He keeps getting warned by the fella sitting next to me looking at you from under his BRIM!.Sam, Sam, Sam, now my SONIC SCREWDRIVER is detecting your cigarette smoke all over the room!
Buzza Wuzza over 12 years ago
She sure does flash them there eyes.
margueritem over 12 years ago
I’ll add my vote to those who feel she’s being too familiar with Sam, and very unprofessional. I hope that there is a good reason for her behavior.
Vista Bill Raley and Comet™ over 12 years ago
Good morning all…
From the way Sam looks, I think he could care less.
billcor over 12 years ago
bad case of pinkeye
BellsAndMotley over 12 years ago
Her eyes remind me of (the late) Moon Maid’s.
APersonOfInterest over 12 years ago
DT just keeps getting better and better.
Sisyphos over 12 years ago
Hmm. We get some more information on Blackjack and his use of his firearm, as identified convincingly by Tarry, a Colt Woodman .22LR; probably a Match Target model like no. 3-21 at the link—a collectible classic befitting a marksman (even if he’s a looney one).
tsull2121 over 12 years ago
well with it now common knowledge that blakjack is an excellent shot, it wont be difficult to tell when (and if) putty puss impersonates him lol :)
Mdstudio over 12 years ago
Still chummy with Sam in the last panel and he looks very uncomfortable with it!
APersonOfInterest over 12 years ago
Next weeks series of strips will be a real treat. Trust me!!!
sydney over 12 years ago
‘Cool Boy’ Sam … the ASH . . .still, on his cigarette. That’s where experience pays off, knowing how to roll with the punches, or say to severe BUMPS on the shoulder of his cigarrete holding hand. Real class ! The sort of panache a friend of mine in another place would do well to emulate.
But you have wonder if Sam’s " senses " are now ‘ALERTED’ (?)Look at the slant of those eyes, what the hecks the man’s looking at with so much attention ?
Artist Joe is really a subtle one !
johnrussco over 12 years ago
Joe Staton is one awsome artist. Fritz Ann is NOT hot, but very pretty. How do you explain that? Can’t wait to see this one last segment!
ChucklinChuck over 12 years ago
I like how Sam’s reactions to the “attention” have developed over the strips. First he seem surprised, then curious, and now annoyed.
lefty891 over 12 years ago
Strangely enough, I was just watching some old episodes of the Lone Ranger.
Tomas B Texino over 12 years ago
I have been a “Tracy” fan for many years and I am very pleased with the new writing and art, however; I am bothered by Sam always looking like he is on fire. I don’t care if people smoke, but society has become so opposed to smoking that about the only place you can do it is out doors. Therefore the fact that Sam smokes constantly regardless of where he is and no one complains takes away from the idea that the stories take place in modern times. I don’t want to make a big deal about this; it just seems a little weird—-)
Rick Smith Premium Member over 12 years ago
@Stagger LeeYes, the gun is a tool. But, it has to be accurate in order for a marksman to use it to its potential. Even Richard Petty would not win a NASCAR race in a Pinto. Got to have both the skill AND the equipment.
wndrwrthg over 12 years ago
Thanks all, for your comments yesterday. This was supposed to have been posted back when Tarry Plaguer celebrated his birthday. Why it was not done I cannot say. Hope you do not mind its being posted now.His Birthday having now passed on byHe hangs his head and begins to cryWhat is the cause of this great downfall?Why, the postings on his facebook wallOur tarry little lad is another year olderI wonder if it has made him any less bolder?Does he lament for his wastrel youthNow that he grows, so long in the tooth?“Oh, to be a spry youngster, all of forty eight againWith a bleep-eating grin he said “Allow me to explain.”“That night in Bangkok, that week in the LevantThe weekend I spent with Eunice, your then maiden aunt.”“Bear hunting with a switch, sans any clothesAnd those tawny twins, with their magical toes.”“That trek across the Alps, rafting down the ZambeziRunning along the Great Wall (that left me wheezy).”“Pilfering Fort Knox with its bars so goldenHaving a good lawyer to which I’m beholden.”“Kissing the Queen and goosing her mumThe palace guard throwing me out on my bum.”“So many memories of which I cannot tell Most of which would land me in jail.”
gimmickgenius over 12 years ago
Sam in panel 3 looks like Jughead Jones!
APersonOfInterest over 12 years ago
Congratulations Matt!!!!
Andrew2011 over 12 years ago
Ms. Tree?.Call me FRANK AND ERNST * gal..FRANK AND ERNST gal, you say a lot, but SAM STILL LOOKS LIKE HE IS ON FIRE!*.OH YES, He keeps getting warned by the fella sitting next to me looking at you from under his BRIM!.Sam, Sam, Sam, now my SONIC SCREWDRIVER is detecting your cigarette smoke all over the room!
TheRealLenWein over 12 years ago
Weren’t Fritz and Diertrich the two kids from Katzenjammer Kids?