As mentioned, this is the short in which the Stooges' personalities really take shape. It's also the only short that gives them a writing credit.
Originally called 'A Symphony Of Punches,' Larry was meant to play 'Stars And Stripes Forever,' but Columbia used 'Pop Goes The Weasel' because it was in the public domanin and they wouldn't have to pay any rights for it.
Also, Moe was 'Bangs,' Larry was 'Fuzzy,' and Curly was...well, Curley!
Always loved this one, especially seeing Curly go nuts over 'Pop Goes The Weasel.'
Other favorite moments include: 'I lost my ba-lance' - The guys horsing around in the background during the fight - Curly's glove swelling to the size of a watermelon - Larry driving through the wall of the building.
Also, pay attention to the very end, just before Curly knocks out Moe and Larry. All of a sudden, everybody except the Stooges are lying on the floor of the ring (reminds me of the ending to 'Grips, Grunts And Groans)!
My Rating: 8/10 (Skip the colorized version though...)