Brand/Type Gear Lovers Need To Get Over Themselves
Jan 29, 2021 09:02:37 #
My philosophy has always been to buy high quality tools and not that many of them. Cameras or woodworking it works for me. Maybe one day I will buy some Martin woodworking machines.
But I have seen people who can cut dovetails with a hacksaw and a screwdriver. But the question is why?
But I have seen people who can cut dovetails with a hacksaw and a screwdriver. But the question is why?
Gene51 wrote:
As an amateur cabinetmaker - I'd rather have a Fes... (show quote)
Jan 29, 2021 09:03:29 #
johngault007 wrote:
Since we are already off topic, I just did an audition on a 4 piece starter drum set for a band tonight and got the job. Left my big-boy kit at home for the paying gigs. 
I have a friend that only brings a bass drum, snare, hi-hat and ride cymbal when he plays with a certain band because they don’t mic the toms. Every drummer that has sat in in that kit has commented after about how hard it was to play and are amazed that he can do it all night and keep it interesting.
Jan 29, 2021 09:09:54 #
leftj wrote:
This is an example of creating controversy for the sake of starting a firestorm debate.
No, it’s a way of pointing out all those “My brand sells more than your brand so that makes my brand better than yours” are full of it. The skill of the user is more important than they brand that is used.
Jan 29, 2021 09:11:55 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
Mac wrote:
No, it’s a way of pointing out all those “My brand sells more than your brand so that makes my brand better than yours” are full of it. The skill of the user is more important than they brand that is used.
You just reinforced my point.
Jan 29, 2021 09:15:25 #
Gene51 wrote:
As an amateur cabinetmaker - I'd rather have a Fes... (show quote)
I'm with Gene on this one, that's why for over 30 years I've used Snap-On tools for my automotive work.
Jan 29, 2021 09:18:55 #
Jan 29, 2021 09:23:05 #
Gene51 wrote:
I am a fan of Japanese cabinetry, and the way they... (show quote)
Maybe you could include photos of your woodworking. Im always in awe of people who don't saw a board off twice and it's still too short.
Jan 29, 2021 09:30:50 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
When you think all the brands are the same, you own the wrong brand.
I’m not saying all brands are the same.
Jan 29, 2021 09:37:19 #
quixdraw wrote:
Pretty simply - I like the gear I like and it works for me, and has since around '68. You like what you like - behaving like a representative of some odd cult who has knocked at the front door isn't going to convert me to your preference, just annoy me. A friend's dog watered a guy's pants leg under those circumstances - succinct and appropriate response.
This thread would most appropriately end right there ... but acoarst the show must go on. Nevertheless that will most surely remain the best lines in the entire script. Bravo !
Jan 29, 2021 09:51:58 #
User ID wrote:
This thread would most appropriately end right there ... but acoarst the show must go on. Nevertheless that will most surely remain the best lines in the entire script. Bravo !
And you added one more post to insure that it goes to the top of the page, just in case somebody missed it.
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Jan 29, 2021 09:56:35 #
SuperflyTNT wrote:
I have a friend that only brings a bass drum, snare, hi-hat and ride cymbal when he plays with a certain band because they don’t mic the toms. Every drummer that has sat in in that kit has commented after about how hard it was to play and are amazed that he can do it all night and keep it interesting.
Good bet that if they were well practiced with such a bare bones kit many of them would love it ... many but not all.
And acoarst there exist those players who can just sit right down and kill it. We had no drummer in a duo, but a way cool stranger was welcomed to play whatever ad hoc percussion was on hand, which was a tubular steel chair and a wine icing bucket (such cats do tend to carry sticks wherever they go).
Jan 29, 2021 10:03:56 #
Bill_de wrote:
And you added one more post to insure that it goes to the top of the page, just in case somebody missed it.
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---Was very aware of an ironic conflict of ideas when hitting “send”.
In that moment, I muttered a happy WTF and just sent it. No remorseful second thoughts.
The show must go on :-)
Jan 29, 2021 10:37:02 #
Gene51 wrote:
As an amateur cabinetmaker - I'd rather have a Fes... (show quote)
👍👍 Completely agree - Forrest and Timberwolf on my saws. Hard to do quality work with crappy tools, or as my 9th grade shop teacher used to say: “the right tool in the right condition is half the job”. Btw, I agree in general on the joinery - I used to make faceframes without hardware, but my son gave me a Kreg Jig a few years ago, which I pooh poohed, but after trying it, I have to admit, it does create fast solid joints (along with some glue), although not purist.
Jan 29, 2021 10:59:52 #
Mac wrote:
It doesn’t matter if you use a Craftsman, Klein, or Stanley screwdriver. What matters is how straight you can drive the screw.
An experienced workman knows after a while which tools work best for them. Same with cameras. There are other considerations as well.
Its perfectly natural to become enthusiastic about new gear or camera functions as long as you recognize that others may have different needs or desires. Blind loyalty just makes you a fanboy.
Jan 29, 2021 11:10:02 #
Mac wrote:
It doesn’t matter if you use a Craftsman, Klein, or Stanley screwdriver. What matters is how straight you can drive the screw.
Oh come on guys, do we really need this ridiculous nonsense?
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