Nowadays just about every female in the first world from teenage onwards has a camera, sound equipment (I-things and their ilk).
My own teenage girl also has lots of sports equipment (watersports) and her own toolbox with lots of electronic components and her own soldering iron. She’s not keen on clothes shopping, and hates shoe shopping (with an exception for her recently acquired Doc Martens boots).
Calvin is a very silly little boy (and so is anyone who falls for gross gender stereotyping).
I recall looking into Mom’s old B52 Bomber riveter toolbox with calipers, micrometers, sliderule and all sorts of high-precision instruments inside.. just now recalling this, i’m re-impressed.
it’s even better for guys today, a grown man can unironically waltz into the “girl’s” toy section at any toysrus and actually find my little pony toys made for their demographic. It’s like society actively encourages immaturity among men.
I always love these battle of the sexes clashes between Calvin and Susie.
You have to feel sorry for Calvin; he never winds up on top regardless of who his opponent is: Hobbs, Susie, Moe, Mrs. Wormwood, Mom or Dad. He never seems to win.
And in a sense this strip is true. My wife claims that I have no inner child: it’s all on the surface. I don’t have all the “toys” but I enjoy acting like a kid. That’s why I like having grandchildren: it actually gives me an excuse.
Maybe it’s just me, but I think there is a greater level of maturity in placing a higher priority on enjoying life and playing, than in one’s appearance.
The most amazing thing about that is that women seem to actually view spending loads of time and money on decorating themselves as mature and grown up. And, even worse, many guys believe them. At least the guys are honest and admit that they are just fooling around.
BE THIS GUY almost 11 years ago
As a guy, I have to agree with Calvin.
favm almost 11 years ago
I am still playing….of course, after retiring.
Phapada almost 11 years ago
like perfect guy…
ratlum almost 11 years ago
Its not what its cracked up to be Calvin,Have some fun now,ask Susie,she may know some fun things to do.
margueritem almost 11 years ago
Oh Calvin, I love me some electric tools, and cars, and boats…
Space_cat almost 11 years ago
I’m puttering around now between jobs in case I am not around to do it later!
moronbis almost 11 years ago
Absolutely sure Calvin didn’t even listen to what Susie said in the last panel.
cloudy now almost 11 years ago
Calvin Harris would agree, he’s playing with hi-tech tools for his job.
MiepR almost 11 years ago
Yeah, I occasionally buy T-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatshorts, sweatpants, hiking boots and Ugg boots. You got a problem with that?
Bittermelon of Truth almost 11 years ago
Calvin forgot purses, accessories, makeup and beauty products, jewelry and piercings, art, furniture, refrigerators…
bluram almost 11 years ago
I can see Calvin in his little motor boat now. Putt putt putt putt.
Gizmo Cat almost 11 years ago
Yeah, right, how sexist…i drive a motorcycle, work with electrical tools and hate shopping…and yes, i am a woman….
pelican47 almost 11 years ago
The heirs to the guy who dies with the most toys win.
mattkrickel almost 11 years ago
…in every man, there’s still a boy – and in every girl, there’s already a woman…
GrimmaTheNome almost 11 years ago
Nowadays just about every female in the first world from teenage onwards has a camera, sound equipment (I-things and their ilk).
My own teenage girl also has lots of sports equipment (watersports) and her own toolbox with lots of electronic components and her own soldering iron. She’s not keen on clothes shopping, and hates shoe shopping (with an exception for her recently acquired Doc Martens boots).
Calvin is a very silly little boy (and so is anyone who falls for gross gender stereotyping).
DutchUncle almost 11 years ago
My wife plays with cars, sports equipment, and cameras. I handle the stereo and computers and tools. Teamwork!
RickMK almost 11 years ago
What’s buying clothes got to do with maturing? Even when they’re little, girls actually enjoy getting Clothes for Christmas and birthday presents!
BearsDown Premium Member almost 11 years ago
Here’s to puttering! I can’t wait to retire so I can get my own jobs done. I have so many projects in mind I don’t think I’ll ever get them all done.
sonnygreen almost 11 years ago
I just noticed; In the last panel, Calvin’s looking directly at the viewers, as he makes his statement. Calvin is aware of his Comic Strip status.
yimhere almost 11 years ago
Perhaps men’s shorter life spans have something to do with “puttering”?
dlthorpe almost 11 years ago
Are ‘air tools’ like ‘air guitar’?
pinkdryad Premium Member almost 11 years ago
Hey, I’m a girl, I’m 27, and I still buy Legos. :)
cosman almost 11 years ago
I recall looking into Mom’s old B52 Bomber riveter toolbox with calipers, micrometers, sliderule and all sorts of high-precision instruments inside.. just now recalling this, i’m re-impressed.
celeconecca almost 11 years ago
my dad hates it, Calvin, just hates it.
yangeldf almost 11 years ago
it’s even better for guys today, a grown man can unironically waltz into the “girl’s” toy section at any toysrus and actually find my little pony toys made for their demographic. It’s like society actively encourages immaturity among men.
bluegirl285 almost 11 years ago
Calvin not only wouldn’t stand being a girl, he wouldn’t even survive being a girl, especially during the teen years.
dflak almost 11 years ago
I always love these battle of the sexes clashes between Calvin and Susie.
You have to feel sorry for Calvin; he never winds up on top regardless of who his opponent is: Hobbs, Susie, Moe, Mrs. Wormwood, Mom or Dad. He never seems to win.
And in a sense this strip is true. My wife claims that I have no inner child: it’s all on the surface. I don’t have all the “toys” but I enjoy acting like a kid. That’s why I like having grandchildren: it actually gives me an excuse.
Number Three almost 11 years ago
Me: “What’s wrong with girls?”Calvin: “What’s RIGHT with them?”xxx
joeshmoe554 almost 11 years ago
Maybe it’s just me, but I think there is a greater level of maturity in placing a higher priority on enjoying life and playing, than in one’s appearance.
lyle918 almost 11 years ago
I just LOVE Susy!!
finnygirl Premium Member almost 11 years ago
Texas Circular Saw Massacre-—————————————————Very clever – ROFL!
j_crane almost 11 years ago
How wrong you are Calvin. I am a girl and I am an electrician.
SteveCraft1511 almost 11 years ago
I agree
roughwater almost 11 years ago
Cut this one out of the paper in ’94. Still great!
Hans-Peter over 10 years ago
The most amazing thing about that is that women seem to actually view spending loads of time and money on decorating themselves as mature and grown up. And, even worse, many guys believe them. At least the guys are honest and admit that they are just fooling around.