Are we all a bunch of photographic luddites?
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zauhar
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Spanik
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I prefer film but more because of how the cameras handle. CD over vinyl altough I'm set up to play anything from 78rpm (with appropriate needle). Don't get me started on mp3. I don't see any reason to drive anything but a manual transmission. Don't shave but when I need to trim the beard I use a simple electric trimmer. When I play organ I play baroque on a tracker, the rest is modern hype, not worth to be called music. A book needs to be paper to be enjoyed. I do read more than I want on pc in the form of reference works and it doesn't work at all. For writing I prefer a Rotring 0.25mm pen with FL ink. If I could have it repaired I'd use my Faber ruby tipped one, never found anything better. And a good geuze or Islay.
unixrevolution
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We all use a computer don't we?
We are technology enthusiasts. People who claim to be technology enthusiasts, but only like new technology, are not technology enthusiasts.
Additionally, I say to people "I don't use old cameras or new cameras, just good cameras." My lastest two acquisitions were a Nikon RF and a DSC-RX100. They are both wonderful for different reasons.
We are technology enthusiasts. People who claim to be technology enthusiasts, but only like new technology, are not technology enthusiasts.
Additionally, I say to people "I don't use old cameras or new cameras, just good cameras." My lastest two acquisitions were a Nikon RF and a DSC-RX100. They are both wonderful for different reasons.
maggieo
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So, the WRX is a modern rally car, but it's a three-pedal 5-speed and I use Blackwing 602 pencils, but all of my music is digital and I gobble up Kindle books, especially tech manuals, because I usually need them RIGHT THEN.
Also, I love pencil shavings:
Palomino HB Shaving, May 03, 2012 by Maggie Osterberg, on Flickr
Also, I love pencil shavings:
Palomino HB Shaving, May 03, 2012 by Maggie Osterberg, on Flickr
gdi
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KayPro II with CP/M of course!
Just as portable and more elegant than a Macbook, and you can use it as a step stool.
unixrevolution
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FrankS
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Old cameras, old motorcycles, iPhone, iPad.
sanmich
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We don't hate new stuff.
We just love old gear.
We just love old gear.
jtm6
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jtm6
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After ripping whiskers out of my face, screwing up my skin, and getting ripped off by the multiblade cartridge conspirators, I switched to a double edge (un)safety razor. Best shaves of my life and instead of paying $4.00/cartridge, I pay about $0.05 per blade. They shave better and lasts longer. Plus, real shaving creams last forever, work better, smell better, etc. I used to hate it. Now I look forward to it.
There are a few forums dedicated to shaving, complete with everything from zorki to leica equivalents. Some of the early models from the 50s and earlier are still excellent, even preferred. 🙂
If I had kids, I'd probably keep the blades and the razor in a locked cabinet. They require attention and respect when handling. 😱
There are a few forums dedicated to shaving, complete with everything from zorki to leica equivalents. Some of the early models from the 50s and earlier are still excellent, even preferred. 🙂
If I had kids, I'd probably keep the blades and the razor in a locked cabinet. They require attention and respect when handling. 😱
JPSuisse
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jtm6, could you post a couple of links to the preferred shaving sites? Actually, I learned that all by myself while in high school already quite some time ago... So, I'm not in the know about all that info! Thanks!
jtm6
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Be prepared... these forums are like the RFFs of shaving. 🙂 The Shave My Face forums and Badger and Blade's forums are great and probably too much good information to start with.
Some good contemporary razor brands are Merkur, Mühle, Edwin Jagger, Parker. They might seem expensive but they are usually high quality and the DE blades are much cheaper (and a lot better).
Blades can range in price. Mine are good, middle of the road and relatively inexpensive. Some are a little more expensive but it is negligible compared to the multiblade cartridges. I was paying about $4 each at Costco for Supreme-Ultra-Power-12-Blade-Dune-Buggy-Jet-Fighter-Manly-MAXX vibrating cartridges that would last about one week. It will probably take me about two years to use $4 worth of my DE blades.
A single edge DE blade is enough to give me the closest shave of my life with no nicks and no irritation. Why does anyone want five blades? They only serve to rip hair out of their neck and turn it purple. The only benefit to a cartridge is handling safety. The DE blades are sharp and exposed.
The shaving creams are a different world, too. They aren't Goo in a Can. They require a brush and need to be whipped up into a lather. I love Proraso, Taylor of Old Bond Street, Musgo Real. Some of the ingredients are camphor, lavender, sandlewood, almond, aloe, clove oil, etc.
Brushes are usually made from badger and come in different grades. Non-badger (not recommended) and synthetic is available, too. I recommend doing some research no matter which way you lean. Either synthetic or badger, the manufacturer just sources plugs from China so make sure you do some research. If someone is committed to getting a synthetic brush, be advised that not all synthetic brushes are 100% synthetic. Likewise, some lower-end badger brushes aren't 100% badger. The manufacturers don't tell unless someone asks.
I didn't want to give any links to products because they were always associated with retailers.
Some good contemporary razor brands are Merkur, Mühle, Edwin Jagger, Parker. They might seem expensive but they are usually high quality and the DE blades are much cheaper (and a lot better).
Blades can range in price. Mine are good, middle of the road and relatively inexpensive. Some are a little more expensive but it is negligible compared to the multiblade cartridges. I was paying about $4 each at Costco for Supreme-Ultra-Power-12-Blade-Dune-Buggy-Jet-Fighter-Manly-MAXX vibrating cartridges that would last about one week. It will probably take me about two years to use $4 worth of my DE blades.
A single edge DE blade is enough to give me the closest shave of my life with no nicks and no irritation. Why does anyone want five blades? They only serve to rip hair out of their neck and turn it purple. The only benefit to a cartridge is handling safety. The DE blades are sharp and exposed.
The shaving creams are a different world, too. They aren't Goo in a Can. They require a brush and need to be whipped up into a lather. I love Proraso, Taylor of Old Bond Street, Musgo Real. Some of the ingredients are camphor, lavender, sandlewood, almond, aloe, clove oil, etc.
Brushes are usually made from badger and come in different grades. Non-badger (not recommended) and synthetic is available, too. I recommend doing some research no matter which way you lean. Either synthetic or badger, the manufacturer just sources plugs from China so make sure you do some research. If someone is committed to getting a synthetic brush, be advised that not all synthetic brushes are 100% synthetic. Likewise, some lower-end badger brushes aren't 100% badger. The manufacturers don't tell unless someone asks.
I didn't want to give any links to products because they were always associated with retailers.
Snowbuzz
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Folks mistake me for a photography Luddite; until they see the film prints hanging on the wall, that is. Folks mistake me for an audio Luddite; until they hear what tubes and vinyl sound like. 'Luddite' is just a 'connoisseur' in disguise.