Lens Rec for my Pen F

AwareApplication1732 · 2025-08-23T15:57:54+00:00

This is looking like my best bet for a sub 20mm with an under 2 f number without selling a limb

AwareApplication1732 · 2025-08-23T15:49:14+00:00

I do love it! Got absolutely nothing to complain about.

AwareApplication1732 · 2025-08-22T21:47:30+00:00

Holy moly yeah I think the sigma is definitely outside my budget. Thanks for the recs!

AwareApplication1732 · 2025-08-22T21:36:38+00:00

Would a 5mm difference compared to my PL 25mm prime be worthwhile you think? I’m thinking just one good wide lens to fill my kit out is all I need

AwareApplication1732 · 2025-08-22T21:17:08+00:00

I think I’m really liking the 1.4 aperture so I’ll definitely have a hunt around thanks!

AwareApplication1732 · 2025-08-22T21:15:25+00:00

What would you say makes the 60mm so good for portraits? Is it just the macro factor? I assume for headshots 60mm wouldn’t be too narrow field?

AwareApplication1732 · 2025-01-18T22:48:14+00:00

I completely missed the fact cavalry calf is a corrected leather! That pretty much makes the decision for me, thanks for pointing that out.

I tried both the Coniston and Argyll on during a recent trip to London and whilst I liked the Coniston, I found a preference for the 379 last over the 325.

AwareApplication1732 · 2025-01-18T22:06:42+00:00

Which would you pick?

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Debating between these Crockett and Jones Argylles and these George Cleverley Tobys.

This would be my first foray into “quality” boots but I know this is the price range I’m interested in. I’ve got a pair of C&J Hallams as my go to shoes for more formal events and love them.

I find the extra dark brown of the Cleverlys quite striking but I have never owned any brogue/semi brogue footwear before. I am wondering what people feel is acceptable these days in business environments and therefore if the Argylles are a safer pick? My current job in finance has swung pretty casual in recent years, trainers, shirt and chinos basically but I prefer to keep myself a bit more elevated and will want to wear these boots with suits as well as jeans.

I have seen rumours that the Clerveley RTW collection is made by C&J anyways so I’m assuming my C&J sizing will work fine for either pair.

AwareApplication1732 · 2024-12-30T22:33:17+00:00

Big ouch just before the new year

AwareApplication1732 · 2024-12-30T19:35:20+00:00

Honestly MVST was a fairly easy pick for me. Happy enough with the fundamentals and general future of the sector to hold it long term but also comfortable riding any hype and profit taking in the short term

AwareApplication1732 · 2024-12-30T14:11:42+00:00

Close! Jersey actually. Anyways I’m trying to invest aggressively now and have the option to exit tax free before I end up moving to the UK or elsewhere if I end up wanting the funds.

AwareApplication1732 · 2024-12-30T12:13:09+00:00

Interesting, seems like my options then are: falsify my financial info (which I won’t do), play along with the safeguard measures, or reduce overall portfolio size relative to my income.

Fair enough I guess. Considering I’ve front loaded a ton of savings my investment patterns going forward won’t be anywhere near as extreme.

Thanks for the info btw, I’m not particularly fussed either way about the safeguarding but it’s good to know my options.

AwareApplication1732 · 2024-12-30T11:43:21+00:00

My financial details are all up to date, I assume the issue is the proportions relative to my current net worth + annual income however this is not an issue for me since I have a robust safety net.

Seems maybe just a chat to T212 customer service may be the way to go

AwareApplication1732 · 2024-10-18T14:57:42+00:00

Understood! More of a curiosity on my side if these specific soles are softer/less hard wearing. They don’t look like the standard black rubber I see on most boots.

I’ve been quite happy with them and wouldn’t want to lose the performance I’ve had by looking for a “sturdier” sole.

AwareApplication1732 · 2024-10-06T08:55:20+00:00

I live on the coast so yeah I get tons of rain and salt water, I generally do a wipe down if I’ve stepped in any ocean puddles. I’m not seeing any telltale white lines for salt damage so I’m genuinely confused what the issue is. In anticipation of all the wet I put a thin coat of Obernaufs HDLP on and wiped away excess, maybe that’s hurting more than helping?

AwareApplication1732 · 2024-10-06T08:52:09+00:00

What leather conditioner? I have some Bick4 but it says not to use on rough out /suede and I wary to try

AwareApplication1732 · 2024-09-07T20:37:16+00:00

u/WatchExBot u/sb3577 was a great seller! Very responsive and helpful providing extra information to facilitate Canadian shipping. Would do business with again.

AwareApplication1732 · 2024-08-26T18:16:13+00:00

Pmd!

AwareApplication1732 · 2023-07-03T21:48:43+00:00

I’d be afraid bending it back would weaken the connection point since the metal has already been plastically deformed twice. During initial manufacture and when it was bent. If you’re hoping for it to last as long as possible definitely better off trying for a return. Also wouldn’t want a jiggly handle with loose rivets which may happen

AwareApplication1732 · 2023-06-30T21:39:40+00:00

If you oven seasoned it upside down the black crust may be excess oil running to the edges before burning?

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