An Ode

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They may be shiny,

They may be dull;

They may look pretty

Upon the wall

They may be black,

Or maple wood,

(And tiger maple

Looks very good)

There may be finials

Carved with skill,

Or not a whirl,

C-scroll or frill.

They may be heavy,

Long, and tall,

Or hardly weigh

Anything at all

And fit in a purse, By the wallet and keys

Which surely will any

True Patriot please.

Some are new,

Some are old,

Some quite subtle,

Some rather bold;

Some are printed,

Some are forged,

Some for fun,

And some for war.

Some have bolts,

And others locks,

Yet others wheels

And even rocks.

Some use a cap,

Or a bit of rope,

Which latter kind

Will work (I hope).

Yes, they are all kinds,

All colors and shapes,

All looks and feels,

All models and makes

But whatever you like

And whichever you choose,

I hope you find

The gun for you.

Happy Gunday, 'pedes.