They are easier to clear of paint when all gobbed over and you need to remove. Also, they have that "olde fashion" look. Eric -----Original Message----- From: [log in to unmask] [mailto:[log in to unmask]] Sent: Sat Jul 22 12:41:47 2006 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [BP] while we are on the subject of chum... ...why do people still use slotted screws (instead of the Head of Philip) at all? Are they just "fun", like old rotary telephones and Sears catalogues in the outhouse? Or do they perform better than the newer version in some way, or in some application? Christopher -- To terminate puerile preservation prattling among pals and the uncoffee-ed, or to change your settings, go to: http://listserv.icors.org/archives/bullamanka-pinheads.html <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> The information in this email and any attachments may contain confidential information that is intended solely for the attention and use of the named addressee(s). This message or any part thereof must not be disclosed, copied, distributed or retained by any person without authorization from the addressee. If you are not the intended addressee, please notify the sender immediately, and delete this message. <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> -- To terminate puerile preservation prattling among pals and the uncoffee-ed, or to change your settings, go to: <http://listserv.icors.org/archives/bullamanka-pinheads.html>