"Gibbs Rules"

I am up here in Tennessee in Sevierville TN, Home to Dollywood and other touristy stuff.  I am up here visiting family and I visited my favorite store .Smoky Mountain Knife Works, you can find many types of knives,  cutlery,  many politically incorrect shirts, 5.11 tactical items.  They also have a national knife museum there.   They have knives from SOF,Gerber, Smith&Wessen, case,  Swords, hatchets and many others.   I was coming in to pick up another knife for work and scouting.  I believe in a good knife, they are like firearms, you get what you pay for.  A good knife is necessary, I use my S&W HRT for everything from cutting wires, opening boxes and packages, cutting various materials and a myriad of other uses.

   The knife on bottom is my "working" knife, the one on top is the "new" one.  The new one is a S&W "First Responder"  It is similar to my other blade.  I also picked up some politically incorrect decals for my toolbox at work.  Walking around and reading the stuff on various toolboxes can be quite entertaining especially if you ain't politically correct.

     Speaking of knives, I remembered one of the quotes from a show that I really like.  the show is called "NCIS" it is on CBS and you usually see it on USA when they have a marathon viewing sessions.  I like the show partly because they show the services as honorable with a code of conduct and behavior.    The knife thing came from one of the rules that the main character "Gibbs" uses and lives by.   Check out rule #9.

Gibbs' Rules are an extensive series of guidelines that Leroy Jethro Gibbslives by and teaches to the people he works closely with.

Origins

Gibbs's rules originated from his first wife, Shannon Gibbs, who told him at their first meeting, "Everyone needs a code they can live by." Years later, after their wedding, Gibbs began writing his rules down, keeping them in a small tin inside his home.Though he uses it often we almost never see the tin.

The knowledge of the rules' origins is left as a mystery to the people that Gibbs works with, though some of them do make concentrated efforts to find out.Tony makes several attempts to find out who taught Gibbs the rules, though he has not yet met with any success. On one occasion, he quoted Rule Nine as a rule that "they teach you in the Marine Corps," but the Marine in question was unaware of what he was referring to. On another occasion, Tony asked Jackson Gibbs if he had taught the rules to his son, but the older man denied any involvement.

On the other hand, when Rule Twenty-Three was once referred to during a case, a nearby MP quoted the rule correctly.

Rules

At the beginning of her tenure with NCIS, Gibbs informed Ziva David that there were approximately fifty rules that were his job to teach her. Some years later, Gibbs added the fifty-first rule to the tin he kept the rules in.  According to Tony, seven of the rules directly concern lawyers, and that the eighth rule was inspired by a lawyer.  Rule forty and above are not rules necessary for everyday life, they are for emergencies.  Note: Look below at Duplication for info about rules # 1-3

The rules

Rule #1: Never let suspects stay together.This is the first rule of investigation not a real Gibbs rule.

Rule #1: Never screw over your partner. Note: This is quoted by McGee to be Gibbs' Number One,but the other Rule One is quoted in other episodes to be his. Earlier, McGee had told Agent Borne that rule number one has been taken twice, showing that he knows that there are two number one rules.

Rule #2: Always wear gloves at a crime scene.

Rule #3: Don't believe what you're told. Double check.

Rule #3: Never be unreachable. (*Most likely one of Mike Franks' "Golden Rules" (see below) as opposed to Gibbs, because Gibbs has been known to intentionally be unreachable.*) This was a rule quoted by Tony regarding Ziva or Tim^[

Rule #4: The best way to keep a secret? Keep it to yourself. Second best? Tell one other person - if you must. There is no third best.

Rule #5: You don't waste good. 

Rule #6: Never say you're sorry. It's a sign of weakness. Note: This is continuously told to Tony, Ziva and Tim through a smack to the back of their heads.

Rule #7: Always be specific when you lie.

Rule #8: Never take anything for granted. Note: This is re-quoted as "Never assume." by McGee to Gibbs six years later.

Rule #9: Never go anywhere without a knife.

Sometimes listed as "Never leave home without a knife."

Also quoted as "Always carry a knife."

Rule #10: Never get personally involved in a case.

Said by the SecNav to be Rule #1 in Washington politics.

Rule #11: When the job is done, walk away.

Rule #12: Never date a co-worker.

Rule #13: Never, ever involve a lawyer.

Rule #15: Always work as a team.

Rule #16: If someone thinks they have the upper hand, break it.

Rule #18: It's better to seek forgiveness than ask permission.

Rule #22: Never, ever bother Gibbs in interrogation.

Rule #23: Never mess with a Marine's coffee... if you want to live.

Rule #27: There are two ways to follow someone. First way, they never notice you. Second way, they only notice you.

Rule #35: Always watch the watchers. 

Rule #36: If you feel like you are being played, you probably are.

Rule #38: Your case, your lead.

Rule #39: There is no such thing as coincidence.

            DiNozzo says "There is no such thing as a small world" is 39a in 10x14 "Canary"

Rule #40: If it seems someone is out to get you, they are.

Rule #42: Never accept an apology from someone who just sucker punched you.

Rule #44: First things first, hide the women and children.

Rule #45: Clean up the mess that you make.

Also stated as, "Never leave behind loose ends.

Rule #51: Sometimes - you're wrong.

This is written on the back of the card with Rule 13 (which Gibbs circles first) in the tin where Gibbs keeps the rules

Rule #69: Never trust a woman who doesn't trust her man. 

Ultimate Gibbs Rules.

 

I have published "Gibbs Rules" a few times, along with the "Moscow Rules" which I may publish in a few days :).  Gotta get in a rant first ya know.  I happen to see this video when I was looking on how to take a shotgun apart that I got a couple of months ago and I am cleaning up and repairing.  It is taking a lot of work, but for the price I paid, I ain't complaining.   Besides there is something about old shotguns:) but I digress.  

    I know the real NCIS isn't the same as portrayed on the show, but I did like how they portrayed the services as honorable and serving an ideal as more than themselves.  And as a former serviceman I appreciate that especially since I remember how the TV shows used to portray the services as evil, corrupt and inept (Looking at you 70's and 80's TV, with the exception of "Tour Of Duty".

   Well it was the first one that referenced the phrase "Listen to your Gut, it don't lie" and I believe that phrase, the "Gut" don't lie...what is the "Gut" well the gut is the subconscious , it picks up all the information and it processes it true.   It don't deceive you or mislead you unlike the conscious mind due to societal factors like Political Correctness training.  Basically when everyone is telling you that the poor misunderstood minority urban yooth is not a bad person but your GUT is screaming "Red Alert" and you don't listen and get your head caved in because you are "Woke" and ignored the signals because because it conflicted with your "enlightened" personality.

     The Character of Gibbs does favor my Father greatly especially the past few years, the facial structure are similar to my Dad's and since my Dad was "El Cid" for over 20 years there is that symbolism. also  I first published "Gibbs Rules" back in 2013 and have referenced the "Gut Phenomenon" several times in various blog posting over the years.  I consider that a very useful feature and "Gibbs" talks all the time about Listening to your gut and for some reason it ain't one of his rules.  Funny about that one.

Gibbs's rules originated from his first wife, Shannon Gibbs, who told him at their first meeting, "Everyone needs a code they can live by." Years later, after their wedding, Gibbs began writing his rules down, keeping them in a small tin inside his home. Though he uses it often we almost never see the tin.

The knowledge of the rules' origins is left as a mystery to the people that Gibbs works with, though some of them do make concentrated efforts to find out.Tony makes several attempts to find out who taught Gibbs the rules, though he has not yet met with any success. On one occasion, he quoted Rule Nine as a rule that "they teach you in the Marine Corps," but the Marine in question was unaware of what he was referring to. On another occasion, Tony asked Jackson Gibbs if he had taught the rules to his son, but the older man denied any involvement.

On the other hand, when Rule Twenty-Three was once referred to during a case, a nearby MP quoted the rule correctly.

Rule 1: Never let suspects sit together. This rule was first mentioned in an episode titled “Yankee White,” which aired during NCIS’ very first episode in Season 1.

Other Rule 1: Never screw over your partner. Gibbs has two No. 1 rules. This one involves having your partner’s back. .

Rule 2: Always wear gloves at a crime scene. 

Other Rule 3: Never be unreachable. Gibbs wants to make sure team members are always able to contact each other. That’s why he insists that no one is unreachable.

Rule 4: Best way to keep a secret. Keep it to yourself. Second-best, tell one other person—if you must. There is no third best. Gibbs and secrets go hand in hand (until recently, that is). He believes the best way to keep a secret is to only tell a select group of people. 

Rule 5: You don’t waste good.

Rule 6: Never say you’re sorry. It might sound rude, but Gibbs strongly believes in keeping the word “sorry” out of your vocabulary. 

Rule 7: Always be specific when you lie. If you’re going to lie, be specific. 

Rule 8: Never take anything for granted. No one knows better than Gibbs that you never know how long you’re going to have someone or something. 

Rule 9: Never go anywhere without a knife. Gibbs always makes sure he has a weapon. There is a lesson, if you can't have a gun, have a good blade.

Rule 10: Never get involved personally on a case. Gibbs recommends separating yourself from a case, so you can remain objective. 

Rule 11: When the job is done, walk away. Gibbs doesn’t recommend dwelling on a closed case.

Rule 12: Never date a co-worker Self Explainatory.....You don't fish from the Company Pond..

Rule 13: Never involve lawyers. Gibbs also isn’t fond of lawyers.

Rule 14: Bend the line, don’t break it. Agent Gibbs is all for his team members bending the line a bit, but he doesn’t want them to go too far.

Rule 15: Always work as a team. For Gibbs, teamwork makes the dream work.

Rule 16: If someone thinks he has the upper hand, break it. As you can see, Gibbs isn’t afraid of a little confrontation.

Rule 18: It’s better to seek forgiveness than ask permission. So far, rule 17 hasn’t been revealed. 

Rule 20: Always look under. You never know what (or who) might be hiding underneath something. This rule is first mentioned in “The Artful Dodger” (Episode 17, Season 12).

Rule 22: Never, ever bother Gibbs in interrogation. The man doesn’t like to be bothered when he’s interrogating suspects. 

Rule 23: Never mess with a Marine’s coffee if you want to live. Gibbs is quite serious about his morning cup of coffee

Rule 27: Two ways to follow someone. First way, they never notice you. Second way, they only notice you. If you’re going to follow someone, don’t be obvious–or be very obvious. 

Rule 28: When you need help, ask.This advice could save you at work. 

Rule 35: Always watch the watchers.Is Gibbs paranoid? We don’t know, but this rule seems to work for him. 

Rule 36: If it feels like you’re being played, you probably are. This rule can be followed in love and life. 

Rule 38: Your case, you’re lead. Gibbs is all about taking ownership of your work.

Rule 39: There is no such thing as a coincidence. Gibbs doesn’t believe in coincidence.

Rule 40: If it seems like someone’s out to get you, they are.Don’t ignore your instincts.

Rule 42: Never accept an apology from somebody who just sucker-punched you. This one makes sense. Why would you trust someone who tried to hurt you?

Rule 44: First things first, hide the women and children. Gibbs is all about protecting women and children. 

Rule 45: Left a mess I gotta clean up. Gibbs doesn’t like a mess. 

Rule 51: Sometimes you’re wrong. Gibbs doesn’t apologize, but he does acknowledge when he’s wrong.

Rule 62: Always give people space when they get off an elevator. We wish more people would follow this rule.  

Rule 69: Never trust a woman who doesn’t trust her man. We bet Gibbs is speaking from experience.