why I won't buy a k3 (Warning: Satire Thread)

tim60 · 03-01-2021, 12:09 AM - **2 Likes**

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Originally posted by rod_grant

looks like you splashed on your lens Mark.

Yes, but he is not that careless.

MarkJerling · 03-01-2021, 02:17 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by rod_grant

looks like you splashed on your lens Mark.

Are you suggesting I sit rather than stand?

**rod_grant** · 03-01-2021, 03:43 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by MarkJerling

Are you suggesting I sit rather than stand?

No. Not at all.
I was referring only to what appeared to be coffee splashes; if on the other hand you have something to confess...

**CharLac** · 03-01-2021, 11:52 AM - **1 Like**

For coffee...simplicity in itself

Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Aluminum Stovetop Espresso Maker, Silver: Amazon.ca: Home & Kitchen

eddie1960 · 03-01-2021, 12:08 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by CharLac

For coffee...simplicity in itself

Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Aluminum Stovetop Espresso Maker, Silver: Amazon.ca: Home & Kitchen

the best way to make a decent espresso for a reasonable price. (pretty much every household in Italy and France will have one of these or a variant

tim60 · 03-01-2021, 12:18 PM - **2 Likes**

Today I received some political junk mail.

It had a story saying that the pub, the Lamb and Flag, owned by St John’s College, had been closed at the end of January. I guess the college will no longer seeks to derive profit from the alcoholic excess of their students.

This is a pub which was there since about 1613, having started business at some other address.

Drinkers at this pub had included Bill Clinton the American, J R R Tolkien, C S Lewis, who used to go there together, and some someone called Thomas Hardy. I think this Thomas Hardy was the author of nineteenth century novels, not the Australian supplier of wine and brandy.

MarkJerling · 03-01-2021, 12:25 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by eddie1960

the best way to make a decent espresso for a reasonable price. (pretty much every household in Italy and France will have one of these or a variant

I've tried it but the result does not seem to taste like espresso at all. It's OK coffee, but not an espresso.

**Serkevan** · 03-01-2021, 12:25 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by CharLac

For coffee...simplicity in itself

Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Aluminum Stovetop Espresso Maker, Silver: Amazon.ca: Home & Kitchen

I own the Venus model, because it's prettier (and it's the 4-cup version. I need help)

MarkJerling · 03-01-2021, 12:26 PM

Originally posted by rod_grant

No. Not at all.
I was referring only to what appeared to be coffee splashes; if on the other hand you have something to confess...

Nah, I was only winding you up Rod.

**Serkevan** · 03-01-2021, 12:29 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by MarkJerling

I've tried it but the result does not seem to taste like espresso at all. It's OK coffee, but not an espresso.

It's brewed at lower pressure, but the water has a somewhat longer contact time with the coffee. Less caffeine, but the texture feels... thicker? Oilier. If that makes sense.

MarkJerling · 03-01-2021, 12:39 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Serkevan

It's brewed at lower pressure, but the water has a somewhat longer contact time with the coffee. Less caffeine, but the texture feels... thicker? Oilier. If that makes sense.

Mmm. Yes, probably a bit oilier. Also more bitter, I presume as result of the overextraction. And little or no crema.

lesmore49 · 03-01-2021, 02:00 PM - **4 Likes**

Originally posted by tim60

It had a story saying that the pub, the Lamb and Flag, owned by St John’s College, had been closed at the end of January. I guess the college will no longer seeks to derive profit from the alcoholic excess of their students.

This is a pub which was there since about 1613, having started business at some other address.

Drinkers at this pub had included Bill Clinton the American, J R R Tolkien, C S Lewis, who used to go there together, and some someone called Thomas Hardy.

Back in '84, my wife and I went to England, Scotland and France. In that approximate order.

When we were in England in the '80's, southern England if my memory hasn't faded completely, was a very old building. it was an Inn that housed a pub.

Think the building had been around since the 800's, course there had been some modifications , refurbishing etc. here and there, but the rooms, ceiling height and beams, doorway size to ye olde washroom, etc....were still intact .

It was said that Chaucer himself, had visited the pub, and that pilgrims traveling by foot, centuries ago in medieval times (12th century), would stop off for rest and refreshments at this Inn...on the way to the site of their pilgrimage.

Whether this happened....or not..... is not for me to say.

So there we are.....my wife and I..... settled in for an evening of enjoyment and here, in order to get your glass of enjoyment, you had to belly up to the bar, order your drinks and bring them back...all by yourself.

The ceilings were very low, because as I was told back eons ago, when the building was built, people were a lot shorter.

I'm a fairly big guy, tall. I got up quickly....too quickly as it turned out....to refresh our drinks and bang hit the oak beam.... ...smacked it hard with my skull...I did.

My wife said I faltered a bit from the self imposed blow...

.....then steadied myself, grabbed onto the back of the chair to regain my composure.

There were a few guffaws from the locals, one said...that tall guy...must be a tourist.

lesmore49 · 03-01-2021, 03:01 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by MarkJerling

Mmm. Yes, probably a bit oilier. Also more bitter, I presume as result of the overextraction. And little or no crema.

Mark, you like many things Ford. Thought you might get a kick out of which is better...the blue Ford oval badge or the Ford crest. My parent's '56 Ford Fairlane with it's 312 cube, 225 hp V8 had this crest, although not sure about their '58 Ford wagon with it's 292 V8...had the crest, but probably.

From Hemmings.

https://hemmings.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=47e76dd5d8367788e56a632f...9&e=576ec02c8c

MarkJerling · 03-01-2021, 03:41 PM - **3 Likes**

Originally posted by lesmore49

Mark, you like many things Ford. Thought you might get a kick out of which is better...the blue Ford oval badge or the Ford crest. My parent's '56 Ford Fairlane with it's 312 cube, 225 hp V8 had this crest, although not sure about their '58 Ford wagon with it's 292 V8...had the crest, but probably.

From Hemmings.

https://hemmings.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=47e76dd5d8367788e56a632f...9&e=576ec02c8c

I'll always prefer the '50's to 70's crest logo over the blue oval.

But, my all time favourite Ford logo (which was also Henry's least favourite logo) is the 1912 logo. I even have a coffee mug with it.

The original Ford logo was also quite nice, although a bit "busy":

Something that I've always wondered is: Is the Ford "Oval" logo really an oval, or is it an ellipse?

MarkJerling · 03-01-2021, 03:56 PM - **3 Likes**

Here's the crest logo off the back of a '57 Ford Custom 300. The FORD script at the top hides the key-hole and slides to the right.

03-01-2021, 12:18 PM - 2 Likes	#85956
tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,743	Today I received some political junk mail. It had a story saying that the pub, the Lamb and Flag, owned by St John’s College, had been closed at the end of January. I guess the college will no longer seeks to derive profit from the alcoholic excess of their students. This is a pub which was there since about 1613, having started business at some other address. Drinkers at this pub had included Bill Clinton the American, J R R Tolkien, C S Lewis, who used to go there together, and some someone called Thomas Hardy. I think this Thomas Hardy was the author of nineteenth century novels, not the Australian supplier of wine and brandy. Last edited by tim60; 03-01-2021 at 12:32 PM.

03-01-2021, 02:00 PM - 4 Likes	#85962
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,342	Originally posted by tim60 It had a story saying that the pub, the Lamb and Flag, owned by St John’s College, had been closed at the end of January. I guess the college will no longer seeks to derive profit from the alcoholic excess of their students. This is a pub which was there since about 1613, having started business at some other address. Drinkers at this pub had included Bill Clinton the American, J R R Tolkien, C S Lewis, who used to go there together, and some someone called Thomas Hardy. Back in '84, my wife and I went to England, Scotland and France. In that approximate order. When we were in England in the '80's, southern England if my memory hasn't faded completely, was a very old building. it was an Inn that housed a pub. Think the building had been around since the 800's, course there had been some modifications , refurbishing etc. here and there, but the rooms, ceiling height and beams, doorway size to ye olde washroom, etc....were still intact . It was said that Chaucer himself, had visited the pub, and that pilgrims traveling by foot, centuries ago in medieval times (12th century), would stop off for rest and refreshments at this Inn...on the way to the site of their pilgrimage. Whether this happened....or not..... is not for me to say. So there we are.....my wife and I..... settled in for an evening of enjoyment and here, in order to get your glass of enjoyment, you had to belly up to the bar, order your drinks and bring them back...all by yourself. The ceilings were very low, because as I was told back eons ago, when the building was built, people were a lot shorter. I'm a fairly big guy, tall. I got up quickly....too quickly as it turned out....to refresh our drinks and bang hit the oak beam.... ...smacked it hard with my skull...I did. My wife said I faltered a bit from the self imposed blow........then steadied myself, grabbed onto the back of the chair to regain my composure. There were a few guffaws from the locals, one said...that tall guy...must be a tourist.

03-01-2021, 03:41 PM - 3 Likes	#85964
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Originally posted by lesmore49 Mark, you like many things Ford. Thought you might get a kick out of which is better...the blue Ford oval badge or the Ford crest. My parent's '56 Ford Fairlane with it's 312 cube, 225 hp V8 had this crest, although not sure about their '58 Ford wagon with it's 292 V8...had the crest, but probably. From Hemmings. https://hemmings.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=47e76dd5d8367788e56a632f...9&e=576ec02c8c I'll always prefer the '50's to 70's crest logo over the blue oval. But, my all time favourite Ford logo (which was also Henry's least favourite logo) is the 1912 logo. I even have a coffee mug with it. The original Ford logo was also quite nice, although a bit "busy": Something that I've always wondered is: Is the Ford "Oval" logo really an oval, or is it an ellipse? Last edited by MarkJerling; 03-01-2021 at 03:54 PM.

03-01-2021, 03:56 PM - 3 Likes	#85965
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Here's the crest logo off the back of a '57 Ford Custom 300. The FORD script at the top hides the key-hole and slides to the right. Attached Images Last edited by MarkJerling; 03-01-2021 at 06:30 PM. Reason: typo.

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tim60 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2011 Photos: Albums Posts: 8,743	Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Originally posted by rod_grant looks like you splashed on your lens Mark. Yes, but he is not that careless.

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MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Originally posted by rod_grant looks like you splashed on your lens Mark. Are you suggesting I sit rather than stand?

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eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,666	Originally posted by CharLac For coffee...simplicity in itself Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Aluminum Stovetop Espresso Maker, Silver: Amazon.ca: Home & Kitchen the best way to make a decent espresso for a reasonable price. (pretty much every household in Italy and France will have one of these or a variant

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MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Originally posted by eddie1960 the best way to make a decent espresso for a reasonable price. (pretty much every household in Italy and France will have one of these or a variant I've tried it but the result does not seem to taste like espresso at all. It's OK coffee, but not an espresso.

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Serkevan Site Supporter Join Date: May 2019 Photos: Albums Posts: 5,976	Originally posted by CharLac For coffee...simplicity in itself Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Aluminum Stovetop Espresso Maker, Silver: Amazon.ca: Home & Kitchen I own the Venus model, because it's prettier (and it's the 4-cup version. I need help)

03-01-2021, 12:26 PM	#85959
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Originally posted by rod_grant No. Not at all. I was referring only to what appeared to be coffee splashes; if on the other hand you have something to confess... Nah, I was only winding you up Rod.

03-01-2021, 12:29 PM - 1 Like	#85960
Serkevan Site Supporter Join Date: May 2019 Photos: Albums Posts: 5,976	Originally posted by MarkJerling I've tried it but the result does not seem to taste like espresso at all. It's OK coffee, but not an espresso. It's brewed at lower pressure, but the water has a somewhat longer contact time with the coffee. Less caffeine, but the texture feels... thicker? Oilier. If that makes sense.

03-01-2021, 12:39 PM - 1 Like	#85961
MarkJerling Moderator Site Supporter Join Date: May 2012 Location: Wairarapa, New Zealand Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 20,406	Originally posted by Serkevan It's brewed at lower pressure, but the water has a somewhat longer contact time with the coffee. Less caffeine, but the texture feels... thicker? Oilier. If that makes sense. Mmm. Yes, probably a bit oilier. Also more bitter, I presume as result of the overextraction. And little or no crema.

03-01-2021, 03:01 PM - 2 Likes	#85963
lesmore49 Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western Canada Posts: 12,342	Originally posted by MarkJerling Mmm. Yes, probably a bit oilier. Also more bitter, I presume as result of the overextraction. And little or no crema. Mark, you like many things Ford. Thought you might get a kick out of which is better...the blue Ford oval badge or the Ford crest. My parent's '56 Ford Fairlane with it's 312 cube, 225 hp V8 had this crest, although not sure about their '58 Ford wagon with it's 292 V8...had the crest, but probably. From Hemmings. https://hemmings.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=47e76dd5d8367788e56a632f...9&e=576ec02c8c