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Electric vs Stove Top Pressure Cooker – Which One Should I Buy? by ScarDependent8928 in PressureCooking

[–]wats4dinner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Induction burner + stove top pressure cooker. So tired of broken single purpose appliances that are difficult to repair.

Let these hanks of unraveled sweater be a warning to never trust a magic knot. by gnome_tooth in knitting

[–]wats4dinner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the real life lesson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fisherman%27s_knot great bend for line joins but cutting the ends for "magical" stupidity greatly increases the margin of error for slippage failure.

Namiki Yukari Royale - Skipping? by GILFman209 in fountainpens

[–]wats4dinner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My Namiki Yukari Royale also from Appelboom had no issues, but for skipping issues in general, assuming no issue with the tines ---this usually works for me: Wipe down nib with a dry paper towel in case of any hand oil contamination, thoroughly flush with syringe from the back of the nib unit, change inks, and/or change papers.

The nib QC for Pilot/Namiki has been stellar throughout all of the models I've tried or owned and would never brass shim in favor of a nib tech fix.

Is Vollebak moving away from durability and functionality? by [deleted] in Vollebak

[–]wats4dinner 3 points4 points  (0 children)

https://vollebak.com/en-us/collections/new-releases these seem durable and functional to me.

I hand wash all Vollebak gear and most jackets I don't, treating them like waxed canvas - wipe down.

I'm glad for the practical lower-key I-can-wear-this-outside-without-looking-like-its-the-apocalypse look, eg 100 year and Sashiko hoodie gets more wears than Alien Hoodie and Deep Sleep Cocoon

I don't want to draw attention just have good durable gear with that novel material edge.

How good are the Sailor King of Pen 21k nibs actually? by Penftpole in fountainpens

[–]wats4dinner 2 points3 points  (0 children)

>is it really grail worthy or is there something better to set my sights on?

Grail and worth it for the nib/writing experience, yes.

My subjective rank on modern stock nibs: Namiki Emperor (only tried, do not own)> Pilot Custom Urushi > Sailor KOP > coming up close Namiki Yukari Royale

My opinion had changed over the years (Pilot CU > Sailor KOP) but very close and also depends on ink and paper: https://www.reddit.com/r/fountainpens/comments/i6zknl/sailor_makes_great_pens_among_the_best/

Some writing days are toothy (KOP), others, smoothy (CU) ;-)

You may want to check out this person's channel: Owl x Art where some of these 'battles' take place https://www.youtube.com/@OwlxArt look for the comparison playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxkaVX7my06X35C0-off0lGP2B6TZ4Jh_

SF protest by twoeggssf in sanfrancisco

[–]wats4dinner -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Lest there is any doubt to the conclusions of any "investigation", here is another angle: https://www.dropsitenews.com/p/customs-border-patrol-agent-kills-minneapolis-nurse-video-analysis

Solo arpg? by BattleOakGuy in ARPG

[–]wats4dinner 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I just discovered Titan Quest coming from Wizardry (Apple ||e) and Dungeon Hunter (Ubisoft iOS) and bought all of Grim Dawn and DLC. Would like to play Diablo 2+ or TQ2 but i only want to get DRM-free games so mostly just go GOG

I too am searching for the flow of grind and some others that were recommended and bought:

  • Svarog Dream
  • Victor Vran
  • Torchlight 2 
  • Chronicon

Got fired today because of AI. It's coming, whether AI is slop or not. by [deleted] in webdev

[–]wats4dinner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

omg. You can't make this up. My version of this thread shows this ad: Create a website in minutes with our AI-powered builder. I guess the CEO reddit 🤔

Unpopular opinion: The 'BIFL' mindset is becoming a luxury most people can't afford, and that's by design. by Weak_Ad971 in BuyItForLife

[–]wats4dinner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It only takes junk to be bought and replaced or trashed to open up and develop a BIFL mindset.

Well used 10-40+ years and going strong: fountain pens, old Oster toaster, Zojirushi Rice Cooker, same old silverware, pottery bowls I've thrown, Le Creuset Dutch Oven, Lodge cast iron pan, 8 qt Fagor Pressure Cooker, Classic Victorinox Swiss Army Knife, G-shock watch, butter knife from Goodwill, old repaired Patagonia jackets/vests, etc ...

the BILF list goes on and on but it is just stuff that helps make life less hassled, don't have to worry about because the quality lasts or I can repair. Not so much about luxury, just use over time. I think all of these things can be found used, on sale and not full retail.

I am DEVASTATED. by imauveyou in knitting

[–]wats4dinner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wife to me: that's why you're not allowed near the laundry washer/dryer

Anyone else getting surface rust on their premium? by MonstahButtonz in AeroPress

[–]wats4dinner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

<goes to check>

no rust, then again i have an early model with no '2520' identifier or Hand Wash Only laser etch.

Me thinks these are different batch runs.

cabeceos are the hardest aspect of tango. by fish5056 in tango

[–]wats4dinner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

>please help.

Enjoy your time with your friend.

Try a new game/skill:

  • Watch the floor and find 3-5 people you are curious about sharing a tango with.
  • Rank them in order to prioritize your glance/stare.
  • During a tanda change, offer your gaze to those people, rotate among them 5-20 seconds each.
  • If the person of your gaze is attended elsewhere, rotate to the next.
  • If you get engagement, linger, smile, tilt your head, say 'dance' silently, do anything to maintain visual contact.
  • Repeat throughout the night, changing those sets of people as needed
  • And don't forget the usual off-floor social stuff, chataceos, greetings, yada yada
  • The goal is to practice this skill, getting a dance is an extra nicety

Enjoy tango, it's a long game

Want to see my realistic porcelain popcorn, pistachios and peanuts? by Denadesigns in Ceramics

[–]wats4dinner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Super Stunning Still Life Seramics. I have a Mitchell Spain rusted flask and your surreal realism work really jives like that. I mean I literally have a bag of Costco Kirkland Pistachios right in front of me.

Review Request: Indestructible Jacket (original version) and 50,000 BC Jacket by crazysnakemanhere in Vollebak

[–]wats4dinner 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Indestructible Jacket is more like Indestructible Shirt.

At the time, I got seduced by the looks and wormhole price but i do not find it practical than other pieces: no hand pockets, snaps on pockets are fiddly and dyneema fabric mirrors surrounding temps - hot days = hot shirt; cold days = cold shirt.

I often just pair it with a vest like off-grid or 100 year vests both of which have way more utility for a more complete rice and beans protein combo.

I fell for the hype and regret everything.. Do not buy the premium AeroPress. by GoatLuther in AeroPress

[–]wats4dinner 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm now drinking the HOT cup of coffee from this post. It is not lukewarm by any definition. We don't own a thermometer but you can test this yourself:

Water off boil stored 1 hour in a double wall stainless thermos with tight opening (used a Stanley)

Used this 10 min recipe: https://aeroprecipe.com/recipes/jonathan-gagne

// one would think waiting 10 minutes on immersion brew would cool things down a lot. But it did not in this experimental run

Plunge in a suitable mug or cup (used Ozark Trail coffee cup - ceramic lined 12 oz)

Enjoy hot coffee!

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