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3/2/13 at 11:32pm

Ian Erickson

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Originally Posted by Klobber

Talking of fragrances, what do you guys like?

I am into the Tom Ford for men at the moment. I think this new Chanel fragrance is pretty nice though!

I am also quite keen on Polo blue for some reason.

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aqua di parma eau de cologne natural

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post #64967 of 71022

3/3/13 at 12:40am

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Originally Posted by GMMcL

This is who Orgetorix recommended. I've also used them with great results. Someone on the West Coast also suggested Alex's Reweaving. http://www.yelp.com/biz/alexs-reweaving-los-angeles

+1 on Alex's, they do great work. Probably heading there this week actually.

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3/3/13 at 12:53am

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First attempt at shinning shoes. A little water and a lot of brushing. I think they turned out great.

Crappy phone pic.

PRL C&J shell cordovan. Tempt dibbed.

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3/3/13 at 3:28am

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Nice Rando! Keep brushing!

Haven't made it to any thrifts lately. Been grabbing Vineyard Vines ties at multiple Marshalls for $5-7 a pop left and right though.

Attended a birthday celebration tonight for a few friends. At one point, in walks cute girl/trophy wife that was our age with what must have been over $100 in cupcakes (that's like a few dozen- Welcome to LA). Hubby (Older... Tan) follows behind in you guessed it, full skeet regalia. Very nice folks actually. Finally got to check off seeing typical RG consumer in the wild/in action. Best of all, as we're leaving, I hear that sweet melodic sound, and look up to see them idling away in a new Ferrari. Figures.

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3/3/13 at 3:54am

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Originally Posted by Klobber

Talking of fragrances, what do you guys like?

I am into the Tom Ford for men at the moment. I think this new Chanel fragrance is pretty nice though!

I am also quite keen on Polo blue for some reason.

Own up who uses Old Spice lol8[1].gif

Dolce & Gabbana Masculine. got it NOS.

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3/3/13 at 7:04am

John Sullivan

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Two 2 pc. suits. (Available)

Belvest

sz.38 Short

Lubiam

sz. 36 Short

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3/3/13 at 7:14am

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Originally Posted by eazye

So, I'm in the market for a new camera. I think I'm over the whole point and shoot type. Does anybody have any recommendations? I'll mostly be using it to for normal stuff, but would also like a good macro setting for taking pictures for ebay and a tumbler I've got in the pipeline.

I've been quite content with my Olympus EP-2. It is based on the micro four thirds standard, which has a smaller light sensor thus putting a DSLR in a smaller package. That said, it sometimes struggles in low light and the two lenses I own suffer severely from shutter lag. A $600 investment so far with one prime lens in addition to the body and stock lens.

http://www.amazon.com/Olympus-E-P2-Interchangeable-14-42mm-Electronic/dp/B002UXRG8Y

It works great in well lit situations and is very adaptable, just like a bigger brother DSLR. You can shoot in raw, and if you're using a tripod setup with a remote trigger, this could be a wise choice. The EP-3 is on the market already and there's some other camera Olympus is touting as the top end m4/3 , and that is the OM-D. I've heard great things about it at MSRP $1,299.

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3/3/13 at 7:30am

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Originally Posted by eazye

So, I'm in the market for a new camera. (Click to show)

I think I'm over the whole point and shoot type. Does anybody have any recommendations? I'll mostly be using it to for normal stuff, but would also like a good macro setting for taking pictures for ebay and a tumbler I've got in the pipeline.

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Originally Posted by acosbysweater

I've been quite content with my Olympus EP-2. (Click to show)

It is based on the micro four thirds standard, which has a smaller light sensor thus putting a DSLR in a smaller package. That said, it sometimes struggles in low light and the two lenses I own suffer severely from shutter lag. A $600 investment so far with one prime lens in addition to the body and stock lens.

http://www.amazon.com/Olympus-E-P2-Interchangeable-14-42mm-Electronic/dp/B002UXRG8Y

It works great in well lit situations and is very adaptable, just like a bigger brother DSLR. You can shoot in raw, and if you're using a tripod setup with a remote trigger, this could be a wise choice. The EP-3 is on the market already and there's some other camera Olympus is touting as nearly like a DSLR (sensor-wise), but far more affordable and that is the OM-D. I've heard great things about it at MSRP $1,299.

This IS the thrift thread! Make sure that you swing through your local reputable pawn shops for deals on recent cameras. Don't forget that the sticker prices in these places are just starting points for negotiations! Yeah, I know. It might be hot. Then again, it might not. I'm not the used camera/power tool cops. The pawn shop is a business and I have to assume they are reasonably honest.

The camera was marked $65 IIRC and I got it for $40. It was 3 years old at the time. I got the aluminum collapsing tripod for $5 still in the box at Value Village. Make sure that it still has the quick release plate or "shoe" that attaches to the bottom of the camera.

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3/3/13 at 7:32am

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Originally Posted by John Sullivan

Two 2 pc. suits. (Available)

Belvest

sz.38 Short

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Lubiam

sz. 36 Short

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NICE! icon_gu_b_slayer[1].gif

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Originally Posted by eazye

So, I'm in the market for a new camera. I think I'm over the whole point and shoot type. Does anybody have any recommendations? I'll mostly be using it to for normal stuff, but would also like a good macro setting for taking pictures for ebay and a tumbler I've got in the pipeline.

I have a Nikon D3100 and LOVE it. I do find that once and a while though I can take SUPER UP CLOSE pictures of rivets and things to the extent that I would like, but it's my own fault and need to buy a macro lense. Overall the thing is awesome though and they are getting cheap on used. I find the 18-55 lens that come with it is perfect for everything I need for ebay even that I have a prime 35mm I've stopped using it for ebay as I find the bokeh is too much for the upclose detailed pictures and I can't get everything to focus correctly.

These are what I'm looking for, right?

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3/3/13 at 7:34am

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Originally Posted by eazye

I'm a fashion design student. peepwall[1].gif

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Originally Posted by eazye

I hope you like plaid.

Eazy.....I think the Trad guys who like a bit of an updated twist would love your line.

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3/3/13 at 8:07am

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how often do you find a grail that was priced a little too high? happened to me, now i have to wait and see if it's there next week.

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3/3/13 at 8:08am

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Originally Posted by Brianpore

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NICE! icon_gu_b_slayer%5B1%5D.gif

I have a Nikon D3100 and LOVE it. I do find that once and a while though I can take SUPER UP CLOSE pictures of rivets and things to the extent that I would like, but it's my own fault and need to buy a macro lense. Overall the thing is awesome though and they are getting cheap on used. I find the 18-55 lens that come with it is perfect for everything I need for ebay even that I have a prime 35mm I've stopped using it for ebay as I find the bokeh is too much for the upclose detailed pictures and I can't get everything to focus correctly.

These are what I'm looking for, right?