Sol’s Civil War Memorabilia

The Jerky Boys, album 3

Title: Sol’s Civil War Memorabilia

Characters: Sol Rosenberg

Summary:

0:01 Phone rings…

0:06 Voice 1: “Hello.”

0:07 Voice 2: “Yes. I’m callin’ about the civil war memorabilia that you had advertised.”

0:10 Voice 1: “Yes.”

0:11 Voice 2: “Yes. Can you tell me what it consists of?”

0:13 Voice 1: “Well, we have guns, several guns.”

0:16 Voice 2: “Do you have any confederate weapons or what type of weapons do you have?”

0:20 Voice 1: “Well, I don’t know if you consider it confederate weapon but he is got a [Inaudible 00:00:25]. At least he told me it’s called a [Inaudible 00:00:27].”

0:28 Voice 2: “Uh-huh.”

0:29 Voice 1: ‘And we have some of the old guns with the powder blows on your hand and it explodes.”

0:34 Voice 2: “Right. Do you know what – do you what guns they are?”

0:39 Voice 1: “Yes. They’re old cavalry guns.”

0:42 Voice 2: “Cavalry guns.”

0:43 Voice 1: “Yes. And he is also – in the garage, he’s got a Gatling gun.’

0:45 Voice 2: “He’s got a Gatling gun.”

0:46 Voice 1: “Yes. He is looking to get rid of it because the police are always around because they say it’s unlawful for him to blow the Gatling gun off in the back of the house.”

0:55 Voice 2: “Uh-huh.”

0:55 Voice 1: “And he fires it into the woods and he takes down a lot of the forest out there.

1:00 Man laughs.”

1:00 Voice 1: Yeah. So we’re having a bit of a problem.

1:03 Voice 2: What does the Gatling gun date from? Does he have a date on it?

1:06 Voice 1: Oh. I would say it’s back in the 1870s or something.

1:10 Voice 2: 1870 something.

1:12 Voice 1: Oh, boy. That one goes off. [Making gun sounds].

1:15 Voice 2: I can imagine.

1:16 Voice 1: Oh, my word.

1:17 Phone rings.

1:22 Voice 1: Hello?

1:23 Voice 2: Hello. We got disconnected.

1:24 Voice 1: Yes. Why are you hanging up on me, sir?

1:26 Voice 2: I didn’t. We got disconnected.

1:27 Voice 1: Oh, my God. I’m sorry.

1:28 Voice 2: I didn’t get disconnected. I didn’t hang up.

1:30 Voice 1: I’m sorry I said.

1:32 Voice 2: And you seem to have other things, too?

1:35 Voice 1: Well, yes, he’s got an old foot, a foot, like a dried foot.

1:40 Voice 2: A dried foot?

1:41 Voice 1: Yes. And it’s civil war memorabilia. It was in a boot.

1:46 Voice 2: I’m sorry. What do you mean a foot?

1:48 Voice 1: It’s an actual foot from a soldier that was given to him in the ’60s, the 1960s.

1:53 Voice 2: Oh, really?

1:54 Voice 1: Yes.

1:55 Voice 2: I’m not even sure if there is…

1:56 Voice 1: Pardon me?

1:57 Voice 2: I said I never even heard of something like that.

1:58 Voice 1: Yes.

2:00 Voice 2: And what other things do you have?

2:02 Voice 1: Well, he’s got cannons. One of them is not really put together and one of them is a beautiful – it’s a big – on the 4th of July he blows that off.

2:09 Voice 2: That’s an original civil war cannon?

2:12 Voice 1: Loud.

2:13 Voice 2: That’s an original civil war cannon?

2:16 Voice 1: Oh, it’s a big one. When he blows that off, all the windows in the neighborhood shake.

2:20 Man chuckles.

2:21 Voice 1: That’s why we’re in so much trouble.

2:22 Voice 2: I can imagine.

2:25 Voice 1: Yes.

2:26 Voice 2: That’s an original civil war cannon?

2:28 Voice 1: And he’s got suits. He’s got those silly suits from the north and the south, you know?

2:33 Voice 2: I’m interested in coming up and purchasing it.

2:36 Voice 1: Well, you can have whatever you like because I told you he is already in enough trouble with the police. One day I feared he was going to turn the Gatling gun on them.

2:45 Man laughs.

2:45 Voice 1: Yes. He’s crazy. He’s a fool. He’s a war-time hero fool. You got to be very, very careful with those guns. They make me very scary.

2:55 Voice 2: I know. I know. I have some and I don’t fire them. I know.

2:59 Voice 1: One time he nearly blew both of his arms and his face off with that damn thing.

3:03 Man laughs.

3:03 Voice 1: Because he put too much of the little – this flick shot of something. I don’t know. He blew the muscle right off the freakin’ gun and blew it across the garage and ripped a hole in the sheet rack.

3:15 Voice 2: Wow.

3:16 Voice 1: Now should I tell him that you’d be interested in the boot with the foot in it?

3:20 Voice 2: I’d probably be interested in everything.

3:21 Voice 1: Did you ever see how they make the dried-up little sunken heads?

3:24 Voice 2: Oh, my God.

3:25 Voice 1: Yes. Well, he’s had this for many years and he praises it. What he does is brings it out when he is drunk and stupid in front of his friends. Can he call you or something to make arrangements?

3:34 Voice 2: Sure. If he doesn’t I’ll give him a call tonight.

3:36 Voice 1: OK.

3:37 Voice 2: He could call me. I’ll be home around six o’clock this evening.

3:40 Voice 1: OK, Mr. Ulysses. That’s grand.

3:43 Voice 2: OK. I’ll talk to you later.

3:44 Voice 1: Bye. Bye.

3:45 Voice 2: Bye-bye.

Sol’s Civil War Memorabilia – A Collector’s Call Gone Wrong

If you’re a fan of the Jerky Boys, you already know that no one turns a simple phone call into complete chaos quite like Sol Rosenberg. In this unforgettable prank, Sol dives headfirst into the world of Civil War memorabilia, creating one of the most absurd and hilarious exchanges from the world of classic comedy albums.

This isn’t just another prank call, it’s a masterclass in awkward persistence, confusion, and the kind of unpredictable humor that made the Jerky Boys prank calls legendary.

What This Classic Jerky Boys Skit Is All About

At its core, “Sol’s Civil War Memorabilia” revolves around Sol attempting to discuss historical collectibles, but as expected, things spiral quickly. His misunderstanding of basic concepts, mixed with his signature tone, creates a conversation that is both painfully awkward and laugh-out-loud funny.

This skit captures everything fans love about the crank call legends:

• Unfiltered and unscripted humor
• Completely unpredictable dialogue
• A character that refuses to back down
• Escalating confusion that builds comedic tension

It’s a perfect example of how the Jerky Boys transformed simple prank calls into timeless comedy collectibles.

Why This Jerky Boys Moment Still Hits Today

Even years later, this bit remains one of the most replayed and quoted pieces from the Jerky Boys catalog. Why? Because it feels real. The pacing, the awkward pauses, and Sol’s complete lack of awareness make it relatable and hilarious at the same time.

Fans of Jerky Boys merchandise and classic audio comedy often revisit this track because it represents a golden era of prank call entertainment, before everything became scripted or staged.

The Comedy Style That Made It Iconic

Sol’s character thrives on:

• Miscommunication
• Overconfidence in nonsense
• Relentless questioning
• Social discomfort pushed to the limit

This combination is what helped the Jerky Boys dominate the prank call scene and build a loyal fanbase that still grows today.

Why Fans Love This

There’s something special about this skit that keeps fans coming back:

• It captures pure, unscripted humor
• Sol’s personality is unforgettable
• The situation escalates naturally without forcing jokes
• It feels like you’re listening in on a real, chaotic moment

For longtime fans, this isn’t just a prank call, it’s part of comedy history.

Perfect For

This classic Jerky Boys track is perfect for:

• Fans of classic comedy albums
• Collectors of Jerky Boys merchandise
• Anyone who enjoys vintage prank call humor
• Listeners discovering the crank call legends for the first time

Whether you’re revisiting old favorites or building your collection, this skit delivers exactly what you expect, and then some.

A Piece of Comedy History

“Sol’s Civil War Memorabilia” stands as a reminder of a time when comedy was raw, simple, and incredibly effective. Long before viral videos and social media trends, the Jerky Boys were creating unforgettable moments using nothing but a phone and pure creativity.

Owning or revisiting this content is like holding onto a piece of entertainment history. It represents a turning point in comedy where prank calls became a legitimate form of mainstream entertainment.

Read the full story behind the characters on the official history of the Jerky Boys page.