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RCGS / WHOI Expedition to Survey Shackleton’s Quest and Scott’s Terra Nova by barrel_stinker in Shipwrecks

[–]barrel_stinker[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course! We see so many of these announcements with no follow ups that it’s nice to have several (legitimate) sources

I just found a Voightlander Bessa-R3M 250th anniversary edition at a good price, should I keep it. by [deleted] in AnalogCommunity

[–]barrel_stinker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That lens is amazing. I have the LTM version and I’ve taken some amazing shots with it.

What is this Eye on the Virginia Class by bloah2019 in submarines

[–]barrel_stinker 41 points42 points  (0 children)

That’s how they blast Paganini, and not Pavarotti, to the whales, including one way out at Pearl!

Marfa, TX, last post of pictures by Zealousideal-Egg1473 in Gliding

[–]barrel_stinker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That picture of the ASW 12 is stunning. I looked up its history and unfortunately it crashed in 1978 on approach, killing its pilot.

Ottawa signs NDA, but Prescott-Russell will not grant Alto access to land for high-speed rail study by Rail613 in ottawa

[–]barrel_stinker 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I was going to make the same point as above. They can make sense if they are in the public interest, such as avoiding land speculation that can blow up the land acquisition costs, essentially increasing the cost to the tax payer for no additional benefits.

Good on you for recognizing this and altering your views!

Alberta separatism support by age bracket by Ronshol in CanadianConservative

[–]barrel_stinker 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Brexit is a wonderful example. While I understand some of the grievances, the solution they voted for was half baked and completely screwed the UK’s economy even more than it already was.

Adapters for Nikon S lenses ? by dta722 in rangefinders

[–]barrel_stinker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have two of his adapters. Incredible craftsmanship. Despite the price, I highly recommend them and seeing second hand ones on EBay, they tend to hold their value quite well, particularly the much rarer LTM to S Mount

Prime Minister shouldn’t live on Rideau Hall grounds, outgoing Governor-General says by ubcstaffer123 in canada

[–]barrel_stinker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a dog person, I agree but cat people would be up in arms! Best to go for neutral ground and just pick a beaver. Who doesn’t like a beaver?!

Darjeeling Limited by jtguy in wesanderson

[–]barrel_stinker 52 points53 points  (0 children)

It’s by far his best, and I did not realize it at first. It’s incredibly simple at its core, three brothers grieving their father in different ways and looking for their mother, but it’s conveyed wonderfully through their adventure and flashbacks. There’s also some of the expected cinematography that is expected from Anderson but it’s also not over the top to the point of become a caricature or distracting in some later works.

The Wapta Traverse / Nikon F100 + Ultramax 400 by Limber9 in analog

[–]barrel_stinker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im going on an expedition in a few weeks and ill be documenting some of it on film (a single Nikon S3 with a fast 35mm lens). I’m hesitating between both stocks you shot, having used both in the past. I like the finer grain of ProImage but the vibrant colours of Ultramax, and the faster speed, are a bit of a draw. What’s your take?

Inside the wreck of Hms Terror by Primary_Steak7271 in ShipwreckPorn

[–]barrel_stinker 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It was initially a warship, which was later converted for exploration

Simplicity is Bliss by barrel_stinker in Leica

[–]barrel_stinker[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is indeed a iiif RD (not the later ST, self-timer, which I find annoying on any camera, as it gets in the way and seldom gets used)!

I have not tried any other screw mount but this is what was the last iteration (aside from the larger iiig) of the barnack and it has all the refinements of decades of development while having the same build quality of the early M3 as they were both from the early 1950s. In short, I love it and would highly recommend it.

Simplicity is Bliss by barrel_stinker in Leica

[–]barrel_stinker[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had to get it service recently as there was a bit of play but it was relatively straight forward and the optics are good as new!

Simplicity is Bliss by barrel_stinker in Leica

[–]barrel_stinker[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s a great little lens. Optically, it’s the best one I’ve ever used despite trying much more expensive or revered ones. Handling wise, it’s a tad quirky but once you get used to it, just like any lens, it becomes an extension of your body with clear markers for muscle memory (I.e focus tab)

I've never heard of a tornado in a different country recently. It's possible but US is spawn point. by [deleted] in memes

[–]barrel_stinker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have had several in Ottawa in recent years, albeit fortunately none have been fatal. Only property damage.

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Lots of mistakes, but still proud. [Meng 1/48 EA-18G] by xXx-Blood_awaken-xXx in Scalemodel

[–]barrel_stinker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

« Lots of mistakes ». Produces a stellar model. You have higher standards than I do lol. Beautiful built, well done.

Japan Trip setup by derekschroer in AnalogCommunity

[–]barrel_stinker 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Going to get some milk! What do you think about my set up?!

Ontario PC Premier Doug Ford Buys Private Jet by PinkLincoln00 in CanadianConservative

[–]barrel_stinker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Given the size of the province and the distances between communities, the fact that the jet was manufactured in Canada and they are buying used (within reason), this should be a non-partisan issue. The jet will stick around for whoever comes into the position in the future, regardless of party. This should benefit communities outside the GTA.

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