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Operation Paprika

fritzl

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allow me a little melancholy.

it's almost seventeen years that our paths crossed and it's almost a pair of shoes for every year i had the pleasure to meet this great man.

it was a misty day and two determined guys in a pea green mini cooper were on their way to a small town on the countryside of hungary. the begin of a special relationship.

now the workshop is emtpy and the hammer lies on the bench...

thank you for all the years and the joy your shoes brought to me.
 

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My most sincere condolences.
 

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His sounds like a life well lived. Condolences to you and his family.
 

fritzl

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gentlemen,

i appreciate your sympathies. i'll tell him at the farewell.

i will pass your wishes to his family.

ps: at all the members who own a pair - wear them in good health and tell the world.
 

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Sorry to hear that, fritzl.
 

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Originally Posted by fritzl
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allow me a little melancholy.

it's almost seventeen years that our paths crossed and it's almost a pair of shoes for every year i had the pleasure to meet this great man.

it was a misty day and two determined guys in a pea green mini cooper were on their way to a small town on the countryside of hungary. the begin of a special relationship.

now the workshop is emtpy and the hammer lies on the bench...

thank you for all the years and the joy your shoes brought to me.


My sincerest condolences.
Gerd, your sentiments are beautifully expressed.
 

luk-cha

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sad to hear, i love my Kiss's
 

meister

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Originally Posted by fritzl
he had his workshop in the backyard of his home. he's been there every day until his death. i assume he had a fullfilled life, living his passion...

To go like that doing what you love and doing it well all your life through war and peace is a real achievement ....RIP Mr Kiss - Hungarian gentleman.
 

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My sincere condolences on the passing of your friend.

The Japanese have a concept, the cultural treasure. Individuals who are craftsmen of an accomplishment such that they are honored for their skills, and the contribution to the civilization these skills contribute. From all I have read, this man was one of these rare, and increasingly rarer, individuals. We should all mourn his passing, and celebrate his craft.

Requiescat in pace
 

fritzl

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gentlemen,

i'm overwhelmed by your attention. i would appreciate, if people share their anecdotes and pictures with their paprika here.

many thanks
 

fritzl

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Originally Posted by comrade
My sincerest condolences.
Gerd, your sentiments are beautifully expressed.


Thank you, Roger

I owe you something...
 

fritzl

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Originally Posted by forex
Is Operation Paprika now defunct?

it continues...
 

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Oh, I'm sorry, G. A loss for the world.
 

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