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stevebrot · 07-21-2021, 04:16 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

those work, but I go further down the food-chain, to the store-brand versions....

Gotta find me some of those. I love chocolate mint cookies.

Steve

**clickclick** · 07-21-2021, 06:23 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by ChrisPlatt

When I was a child my mom was the family photographer.I remember well her Brownie Starflash 127 camera.Hers was the pedestrian black and silver model.

Neat stuff! Sorry to hear about the flood.

That type of thing is terrible. I need to go scan some old negatives and slides and then back that up too.

**aslyfox** · 07-21-2021, 07:24 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

. . . there have been several Alternative Measuring Units (AMU) approved, and one is always welcome to submit their option as an acceptable replacement for the SMU, but points are given for originality, stackability, and local flavor...

and chocolate

can't forget the chocolate

bdery · 07-22-2021, 05:22 AM - **5 Likes**

Originally posted by Racer X 69

Standard Measuring Unit.

Developed by @Pepperberry Farm.

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

technically, an SMU (Standardized Measuring Unit) is a Thin Mint, product of the Girl Scouts..

since they are not available year-round, I found that my local grocer has a generic equivalent that is identical in size, flavor, and stackability to the Thin Mint...

there have been several Alternative Measuring Units (AMU) approved, and one is always welcome to submit their option as an acceptable replacement for the SMU, but points are given for originality, stackability, and local flavor...

Someone should inform the Girl Scouts that they need to sell their cookies year round, for standardization purposes.

**pepperberry farm** · 07-22-2021, 06:53 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by bdery

Someone should inform the Girl Scouts that they need to sell their cookies year round, for standardization purposes.

agreed.... theirs tend to a bit pricey, but I'd do what I could to help them out...

**Perfessor5646** · 07-22-2021, 03:33 PM - **4 Likes**

The Splurge: This spring I bought a Silver K3 Mk 3 but no grip. I’d taken the grip off my K3 Mk 2 for a reason I can’t recall and liked it better that way.

Then I found a Silver DFA 50mm f1.4 on Amazon that I could get at 0% interest for 18 months and I had some Amazon Reward points saved to at least cover the sales tax. Plus I knew I wouldn’t take all 18 months to pay it off. So I bought that!

I recently started doing volunteer event photography again. Hadn’t done any of that since pre-covid. I usually carry two cameras doing those things. In doing a couple in a row I realized that handling of K3-Mk3 was like driving a sports compared to the K3-Mk2. And switching back and forth in a dynamic environment was awkward. So I bought a Black K3 Mk3 body, again at 0% interest.

Yesterday I paid off the entire credit card balance just in time for the release of the DA* 16-50 in August.
Edit: (I pre-ordered the lens this morning.)

I decided at seventy-one years of age, healthy and still working full time I probably have more discretionary income than discretionary years.

The Purge: Obviously the K3 Mk2 will go up for sale as soon as I get around to it, as well as a smattering of lenses if I decide I like the DA* 16-50. It will probably replace several.

**mattb123** · 07-22-2021, 03:41 PM - **4 Likes**

I just ordered some skis, DPS Wailer F106 C2s. It's the best time of year to buy them on sale.
I've never had a pair of DPS's so I'm excited to get on them (in a few months).
Now bring on the snow!

**JimJohnson** · 07-22-2021, 05:47 PM - **5 Likes**

this thread's SMU isn't always practical.
Today's acquisition is a natural gas port on the exterior of our home. I've been meaning to do this for several years, but being in Texas last winter convinced me that now is better than later. I converted our backup power generator from gasoline to natural gas. Good luck getting gasoline inside a large area power outage - probably lots nearby, but no electricity to run the pumps. Natural gas will be available for weeks and not merely hours like gasoline.

**lmd91343** · 07-22-2021, 06:08 PM - **2 Likes**

Got the Pentax 1.4 HD teleconverter today! Can't wait to give it a try. The pigeons on the back fence will get their close-ups.

**pepperberry farm** · 07-22-2021, 06:29 PM - **1 Like**

bundle of hoods & caps arrived today, in two flavors: 46mm and 40.5mm

early Takumars are 46mm and my CZJ Tessar is 40.5mm:

bdery · 07-23-2021, 04:55 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

agreed.... theirs tend to a bit pricey, but I'd do what I could to help them out...

You're helping the Girl Scouts AND science, that's enough, right?

**pepperberry farm** · 07-23-2021, 06:41 AM - **1 Like**

an SMC M 85mm f2....

I can stop looking at Takumar 85's now.. right?

edom31 · 07-23-2021, 06:58 AM

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

I can stop looking at Takumar 85's now.. right?

Likely, but then the K 85/1.8 should be on the radar

I have neither, but will always be looking out for the K-series 85mm

**pepperberry farm** · 07-23-2021, 07:03 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by edom31

Likely, but then the K 85/1.8 should be on the radar

I have neither, but will always be looking out for the K-series 85mm

actually, unless it's a different brand than Pentax, I think I've got my 85mm jones covered with the SMC A* 85/1.4

Racer X 69 · 07-23-2021, 07:10 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by pepperberry farm

actually, unless it's a different brand than Pentax, I think I've got my 85mm jones covered with the SMC A* 85/1.4

I’m envious.

My lens of choice is any fixed focal length A series lens, including all brands but focusing on Pentax A lenses.

07-22-2021, 03:33 PM - 4 Likes	#23106
Perfessor5646 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Louisville, KY Photos: Albums Posts: 605	Splurge and Purge time The Splurge: This spring I bought a Silver K3 Mk 3 but no grip. I’d taken the grip off my K3 Mk 2 for a reason I can’t recall and liked it better that way. Then I found a Silver DFA 50mm f1.4 on Amazon that I could get at 0% interest for 18 months and I had some Amazon Reward points saved to at least cover the sales tax. Plus I knew I wouldn’t take all 18 months to pay it off. So I bought that! I recently started doing volunteer event photography again. Hadn’t done any of that since pre-covid. I usually carry two cameras doing those things. In doing a couple in a row I realized that handling of K3-Mk3 was like driving a sports compared to the K3-Mk2. And switching back and forth in a dynamic environment was awkward. So I bought a Black K3 Mk3 body, again at 0% interest. Yesterday I paid off the entire credit card balance just in time for the release of the DA* 16-50 in August. Edit: (I pre-ordered the lens this morning.) I decided at seventy-one years of age, healthy and still working full time I probably have more discretionary income than discretionary years. The Purge: Obviously the K3 Mk2 will go up for sale as soon as I get around to it, as well as a smattering of lenses if I decide I like the DA* 16-50. It will probably replace several. Last edited by Perfessor5646; 07-23-2021 at 06:09 AM. Reason: Update

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stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by pepperberry farm those work, but I go further down the food-chain, to the store-brand versions.... Gotta find me some of those. I love chocolate mint cookies. Steve

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clickclick Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: May 2016 Location: East Coast Posts: 2,904	Originally posted by ChrisPlatt When I was a child my mom was the family photographer.I remember well her Brownie Starflash 127 camera.Hers was the pedestrian black and silver model. Neat stuff! Sorry to hear about the flood. That type of thing is terrible. I need to go scan some old negatives and slides and then back that up too.

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bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,362	Originally posted by Racer X 69 Standard Measuring Unit. Developed by @Pepperberry Farm. Originally posted by pepperberry farm technically, an SMU (Standardized Measuring Unit) is a Thin Mint, product of the Girl Scouts.. since they are not available year-round, I found that my local grocer has a generic equivalent that is identical in size, flavor, and stackability to the Thin Mint... there have been several Alternative Measuring Units (AMU) approved, and one is always welcome to submit their option as an acceptable replacement for the SMU, but points are given for originality, stackability, and local flavor... Someone should inform the Girl Scouts that they need to sell their cookies year round, for standardization purposes.

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pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,766	Originally posted by bdery Someone should inform the Girl Scouts that they need to sell their cookies year round, for standardization purposes. agreed.... theirs tend to a bit pricey, but I'd do what I could to help them out...

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pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,766	bundle of hoods & caps arrived today, in two flavors: 46mm and 40.5mm early Takumars are 46mm and my CZJ Tessar is 40.5mm:

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bdery Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Quebec city, Canada Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,362	Originally posted by pepperberry farm agreed.... theirs tend to a bit pricey, but I'd do what I could to help them out... You're helping the Girl Scouts AND science, that's enough, right?

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pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,766	an SMC M 85mm f2.... I can stop looking at Takumar 85's now.. right?

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edom31 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Garden City, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 6,349	Originally posted by pepperberry farm I can stop looking at Takumar 85's now.. right? Likely, but then the K 85/1.8 should be on the radar I have neither, but will always be looking out for the K-series 85mm

07-23-2021, 07:03 AM - 1 Like	#23114
pepperberry farm amateur dirt farmer Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: probably out in a field somewhere... Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 41,766	Originally posted by edom31 Likely, but then the K 85/1.8 should be on the radar I have neither, but will always be looking out for the K-series 85mm actually, unless it's a different brand than Pentax, I think I've got my 85mm jones covered with the SMC A* 85/1.4

07-23-2021, 07:10 AM - 1 Like	#23115
Racer X 69 Moderator Man With A Camera Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: The Great Pacific Northwet, in the Land Between Canada and Mexico Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,073	Originally posted by pepperberry farm actually, unless it's a different brand than Pentax, I think I've got my 85mm jones covered with the SMC A* 85/1.4 I’m envious. My lens of choice is any fixed focal length A series lens, including all brands but focusing on Pentax A lenses.

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