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Sunday, 22 February 2009

Compact Flash Card - photography, cf card

So far I've been happy with the performance of this Sandisk product. I've used Sandisk memory for some time now in my Canon SLRs and have never had any trouble with any of their cards. They do cost more but I feel it's worth it to have dependable CF cards. As far as performance, the Extreme cards are excellent. Until the buffer fills, my Canon 7D shoots about the same number of burst shots with the Extreme (60 MB/sec) as with my older Extreme III (about 20 RAW (18 MP) images at 8+ fps). However, after the buffer fills, there's a huge difference between the two cards. With the Extreme III, the camera chokes very quickly and takes much longer to finish writing the data. With the Extreme, I can continue shooting about 2 fps for several seconds. Sandisk 8GB Extreme CF memory card - UDMA 60MB/s 400x (SDCFX-008G-A61, Retail Package)

This card is everything I was looking for. Allows for continuous shooting, downloads fast, almost impossible to completely fill the card in one setting in that one gets tired of shooting before the card is full. 60MB per second is FAST.

This is a very fast compact flash card available at a great price that I use in my Canon 50D digital SLR camera. I do a lot of digital picture shooting in RAW file format that has the camera dealing with very large file sizes, and the ScanDisk Extreme 60MB/s card is able to write those large files to the card with very impressive speed, even when taking several shots in succession. And the 8GB storage capacity is adequate for essentially all my digital camera needs.

I purchased this card for use with a Canon 5D Mark II DSLR and compared to the Extreme 3 cards that I owned prior to this, the increase in speed is noticeable. I wasn't really able to notice any difference in-camera (I don't usually shoot at high frame rates) and recording 1080p video at 30fps works fine on both cards, but I did notice an increase in transfer speeds with my UDMA enabled USB2 card reader. I can realistically transfer 1.5GB of files in about 40 seconds (transferring to a 7200RMP firewire 800 hard drive on my Mac) To transfer those same files from the Extreme III card, it takes about 53 seconds. Definitely not 2x as fast, but technically this card costs less than the Extreme III! So, for the money, I am satisfied. Highly recommended.

(posted this review on both product pages for this card, for some reason Amazon has them listed in two places)

I have been using Sandisks for years and after buying a new Canon 5D Mark II with its 21MB files, I needed more capacity than my current 4GB cards would hold so I have started by buying this 8GB card which will get me about 300 images (depending on ISO, etc..). I will ad a couple more and probably a 16GB card as well. I had a couple of problems with Lexars back a few years ago and switched to Sandisk and the only card I have had a problem with was due to my own mistake by forgetting to turn the camera power off when inserting the card which caused it to short out. I have been very happy with the many Sandisk CF cards I have owned over the years and they are all still working fine. I also highly recommend the Sandisk Firewire CF Card Reader - it is so much faster than the USB 2.0 card readers :)Sandisk Extreme FireWire Reader

I am shooting a Canon 7D which can deliver up to 8 fps. You will still fill up the camera buffer as always but this card really unloads the buffer very quickly. It is a big improvement over the SanDisk Extreme III that I normally use and as a avid sports shooter it really helps. Little to no waiting for the buffer to empty when shooting jpeg. The camers is rated at 15 RAW files in burst mode and normally I would need to wait 5 or 6 seconds after filling the buffer before I could shoot again (these flies are about 25 meg in size). With this card I ger about 19 exposures before it stops but is ready to go again with an empty buffer in about 2 seconds. This card is expensive but I have always had a positive experience with Sandisk products. Also, maybe the extra cost doesn't make sense for you if you don't shoot action/sports events and speed is not a factor.

I am very pleased with this purchase.

I feel that this is the best combination of size and recording speed for a memory card. I'm usually shooting RAW and the 60 MB/s speed comes in pretty handy when capturing 10+ MB files in continuous shooting mode. I also have the Sandisk 16GB version, but it's not safe to put all your eggs in one basket. Which is not a knock on the stellar built of these cards, just a personal preference.

I have only had the card for a month or so, but so far the card has been great. The card is much faster than my previous cards, allowing me to take more photos and the motordrive does not have to wait for the card to catch up. I use this card in my Nikon D3. Download is fast too. Nothing but good things to say about this card. Previously I used 4GB SanDisk Extreme IV cards and these are much faster. Well worth the money. - Camera Storage - Photography - 8gb - Cf Card'

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Pet Grooming Tool - dog grooming, rotary tool accessories

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I am using a dremmel with these sanders on my dog's nails as we had to sedate him in order to cut them. He didn't like it at first but now has no real problem with the sound. Just be careful on how long you sand each nail as it doesn't take much to start burning the dog. Better to go over each foot twice then be on each nail too long Dremel 432 1/2" 120 Grit Sanding Bands 6 Pack

The torture of having to cut your pets nails, especially when the nail is dark and the vein can not be seen. The Vet tech always drew blood.

Now she relaxes allowing me, the amateur, to file her nails.

We have a beagle and were trying to trim his nails with the pedi paws but it was so weak that it stops when you apply pressure so it would take us 30 minutes or more to trim his nails with two of us holding him down. He freeaks out at the clippers so we needed to only grind his nails down. Read alot of reviews on line and decided to purchase this dremel and it is even better than I expected. First of all it is so strong we only use it on low. We have only charged it once and have trimmed his nails 3 times already and still have full power, probably because it does the job so quickly. It's quiet so it doesn't freak him out, he actually dozes off when we're trimming and he doesn't pull away at all. He's 2 years old and trimming his nails was always a problem, we had to take him to the vet and she did it with a dremel. This is even better because it doesn't have a cord, which he was afraid of, that's why I ordered this rechargable one. Now, I call him over whenever I want to trim, he comes to me now problem relaxed, 5-10 minutes later he get his treat and it's done. If you need to, it is great for jobs in the house. It is definately as strong as the corded ones. I highly recommend this dremel.

Not much to say about Dremel attachments, other than that Dremel is a great brand and these products live up to that reputation. I use these in combination with my Dremel pet nail grinder and they effectively and safely trim my pets' nails.

While the product itself seems fine, the shipping charged is ridiculous. The pieces weigh almost nothing - I'd rather that they just charge what they want to charge for the product and then charge a reasonable shipping rate. I would feel a lot better about the purchase, then. - Pet Grooming Tool - Cordless - Dog Grooming - Rotary Tool Accessories'

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Finish Nailers - nail gun, finish

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I bought this gun sight unseen (usually I go "touch" tools at the H--- D---- first, but they didn't have one) and am so far very pleased. When I took it out of the box, the first thing I noticed was how light it is. It's amazing. Here's my comments:- The nail magazine is plastic and the housing is magnesium making this thing feel like a toy in your hand. I'm still a little skeptical about the plastic magazine and wonder if it would withstand the daily pounding of professional use (I'm only a heavy duty homeowner).The good:- The oil free engine is fantastic. No oil on your work and no need to remember to oil it.- Easy to use and maintain.- Pretty much jam free (I've shot plenty of nails through it already).- VERY light.The bad:- Only shoots Stanley nails (PC and Senco shoot a different type of nail). Not a problem as I see it - [One home improvement store] sells them in boxes of 5000 (PC sells their nails in boxes of 1000).- Plastic magazine - Not sure how long it will last. Bostitch N62FNK-2 15-Gauge 1-Inch to 2-1/2-Inch Angled Finish Nailer

I have been shopping for a 15 or 16 gauge finish nailer for about six months. This Bostitch is the only 15 gauge angled nailer that I have found to be priced in the straight 16 gauge price range.This is the best 15 gauge gun at any price. Just hold this gun in your hand and you will be convinced that you can't buy a better gun, period.I had narrowed my choices down to the Bostitch, Porter-Cable and the new DeWalt.The PC was nice, the price was right and I have had great success with my PC 18 gauge brad nailer, but the 15 gauge PC was way too heavy. Almost twice the weight of the Bostitch.The DeWalt fit my small hands like a glove, was very light weight and within my budget (if I stayed with the straight nailer vs the angled model). However, I shyed away from the DeWalt models because the contact trip assembly had too many bends which didn't seem to operate as smoothly as the PC and Bostitch. The display model at a local hardware store already looked like it was on the verge of having problems. I'm not hard on my tools, but one nasty bump, or a fall off of the workbench and you might be out of business.Finally the Bostitch!At less than 4 lbs. it's the lightest in it's class, yet still packs the biggest punch of them all! 400 in./lbs. It only weighs about 1 lb. more than by Porter-Cable brad nailer.The finish and quality are second to none. It just plain ol' feels good in your hand. It's balanced so well it feels like an extension of your hand.I am on a major budget (per the wife), but this gun is definitely worth every penny of the MSRP of $.... So why is it selling for only $...? Either A) it's a "typo", or B) Amazon and/or Bostitch has gone loco. Whatever the reason, my advice is buy this nailer before they discover that they are practically giving it away. I'm sure this gun will be the standard by which all other finish nailers will be measured against. You will not regret this purchase!"TEN Stars....Final answer"!

From the sound of these reviews, the gun seems to work pretty good for homeowners & such. I've been a carpenter for 40 years. I've been using finish nailers for about 20 years. My last nail gun was a Duo-fast. I finally retired it recently, after 17+ years of service. Since the local lumber yard carries Bostich nails, I went with Bostich. I've had the gun 18 months & the piston rod has broken 3 times. Replacing it myself still cost me $35.00 a pop. Anybody who has trimmed a door or window or installed baseboard, knows it's immpossible not to hit a screw head or sheetrock nail once in a while. Well, everytime I hit one, the piston rod breaks. It breaks in the exact same spot. It appears to made of cast aluminum or something, instead of hardened or stainless steel. I like the gun & am thinking about getting somebody to manufacture a functional rod for me, since Bostich doesn't know how.

I am in the process of remodeling my "old" house. The walls are plaster which have become very brittle and delicate over the years. Hammering to install new molding was out of the question. I needed a gun that was light, powerful, easy to operate, and didn't require oiling so as not to make a mess in my home.I purchased the Bostitch N62FNK-2 nailer (my first nailer) based on the customer reviews and manufacturer information. This gun is absolutely amazing! It delivered everything I wanted in a nailer. I saved money because I didn't damage any of the existing plaster walls, all nails held firmly the first shot...hammering would have been a nightmare!! I was a little apprehensive about using a nail gun since I had never owned one before. It was so easy and so fast!! My only improvement idea would be that the manufacturer offer variety nail packs, so you don't have to buy such large quantities of only one size nail... BUT... Have No fear...Go for it...perhaps the best tool I have ever owned!

I just bought this as my first nailer. Overall, it's great. The design, operation, and fact that it's oil-less make it super simple to use. My first trim project would have taken forever if I had to nail it by hand, thankfully I didn't, I had the Bostitch N62!The only reason I didn't give it 5-stars is I was dissappointed to find that you can only buy FN-style nails in quantities suitable for contractors. Bostitch needs to get with the times and realize that air tools are not just for the trades, but serious enthusiasts as well. The competition is ahead of the game in this respect.

Wow! This nailer is so light I thought it was fake! Despite the lightweight, it packs a serious punch. Oak over oak is no problem. The store even said it would drive through concrete. It smokes my Senco tools. It is so much lighter, and so much more powerful. I used to have 12 Senco's but now I am going to switch all the crew over to this nailer.

I am a cabinet maker, and have been for more then 20 years, I bought a new bostitch T-36 finish nailer in 1983, to this day that gun has never failed to work, it has never been to a shop for repairs, of any kind. And I am very demanding of my tools, but I also take real good care of them and I do all of my own maintenance on my tools. I bought the new N62FNK-2 a few months ago because of carpo tunnel in my hands, and I needed a lighter gun to work with. All I can say is it is the best finish nailer to date that I have ever used, some of the things I really like about the N62 is it has low recoil in my hands when I shoot a nail, and the weight of the gun, and the balance, it's just perfect. when I'm shooting face frames on cabinet boxes the rubber nose really helps to stabilize the gun. I also like the power that it has, I can shoot a 2 1/2" nail thru 2 1/4" of solid oak and counter sink it a 1/6" at only 80lbs of air, and at a low counter sink setting using a 25' hose, so just think what you could do at 100lbs of air and a heavy counter sink setting, big oak crown mouldings, casings, it's endless what you could do. And for those who say they can't find an asortment of nails for the N62, I can tell you I have not had any problem finding and buying 1" all the way up to 2 1/2" nails for my gun. For me, it's the only finish nailer to have, and over the years I have used alot of different finish nailers out there, because most of my friends are contractors to. So I will keep my T-36 for shop backup, but with my new N62FNK I don't think I will ever need to use it. Thank you bostitch, you have done real good with this one. - Finish - Finish Nailers - Finish Nailer - Nail Gun'

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Aerobic Step - the step, fitness

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My butt is in better shape thanks to this aerobic step. If only it adjusted, it would get five stars. It claims to adjust higher, but then you lose the sturdiness--which would not be a problem for someone who was just walking the step, but if you're working out at a pace, it just doesn't cut it. Easy to store, though--you can just slip it under the bed or put against the wall of a closet. ZoN 3 Position Aerobic Step (Pink) - Fitness - Exercise - Aerobic Step - The Step'

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Saturday, 21 February 2009

Narrow Crown Stapler - staples, hitachi

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I purchased this gun after purchasing their 23 gauge headless pin nailer. Overall its a decent gun. It does not have the same fit and finish of the 23 gauge though. The trigger is quite bulky and loading the staples is a little awkward. These minor things aside once you fire a couple staples this gun is sweet. Very easy to locate and it has a very smooth action. I very much prefer this gun over the porter-cable and senco staplers that seem to be very common. GREX 9032 18 Gauge 1-1/4-Inch Length 1/4-Inch Crown Stapler - Staplers - Staples - Hitachi - Finish Staplers'

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Attachments - milwaukee, drills

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This industry standard machine offers economical flexibility, power and utility -- and does so for a very long time. The small, tight angle head can sneak a whole bunch of torque into some very small places. The head can easily be adjusted right, left, up or down giving the user a lot of options when facing a tight-place job. The balance of the machine as well as the thoughtful positioning of the controls make it seem as though your hands are fully trained in its use the first time you pick it up. The gearing and fine working right angle drive make it almost impossible to stop this durable motor. (But you can do it in a pinch - an ode to the motor design) Last year I had to change the brushes for the second time in 26 years of use. Most people get better wear than this, but in my renovation endeavors I have used this machine for everything between removing a tractor tire to a make-do winch. Other attributes: The auxillary handle is built as well as the machine itself, and is very useable. The box is standard Millwuakee tough should last through the life of the tool. If you install plumbing vents in frame houses every day, you would do better with the venerable 1676 Hole-Hawg by the same manufacturer. Otherwise strong consideration must be given to this machine as your standard 1/2" drill. Can't go wrong. Milwaukee 3107-6 7.0 Amp 1/2-Inch Right Angle Drill with D-Handle

I have renovated several houses and a cabin. One of the tools I always needed was a right angle drill. I bought it and have put it to use drilling holes for electrical wiring and running pipes for plumbing. This is a powerful 1/2 inch drill which will let you drill in between studs, joists and other tight spots. I strongly recommend the Milwaukee Selfeed bits which assist in the drilling process by drawing the bit into the wood. I bought the plumbers bit kit which includes a great selection of the Selfeed bits and auger bits in a convenient carrying case. I highly reccommend these bits. The only down side to this drill is that it will wear you out if you are using it all day lifting it up overhead. This tool has tremendous torque, so make sure you have good footing and use care while drilling because this tool can literally rip itself out of your hands. But if you are using this tool, you are looking to do some serious hole drilling. You will never go back to a regular drill with a spade bit or hole saw. No wonder you will find this tool in almost every electricians and plumbers tool inventory.

The Milwaukee Right Angle Drill 3107-6 applies allot of torque to spaces you otherwise would have trouble reaching with a regular drill. It is ideal for drilling holes between studs for electric, cabling or plumbing. The unit is basically their 7 amp variable speed D handle drill featuring triple gear reduction with a Right Angle Drive (RAD) unit attached that can be set in either low gear at 355rpm or high gear at750rpm. The D handle drill without the RAD will achieve 500 RPM. Changing chuck speed from high to low or visa-versa requires removing the chuck, reversing the RAD unit and then replacing the chuck on the other side. This is fairly easy but it takes about 2-4 minutes and requires a couple of tools that are provided. The Right Angle Drive (RAD) can be easily swiveled 360 degrees providing versatility to meet any drilling angle. Using the drill is a pleasure as it has so much torque it just seems to eat the wood up. No standard hand drill I ever used has this kind of power. The build quality of the unit is of the highest standard and will likely last a lifetime of moderate to heavy use. This model is also fitted with Milwaukee's "quick lock" cord allowing easy replacement in the event the cord becomes damaged. For remodeling, basement finishing, or extensions this drill really shines. Trying to accomplish drilling many holes in wall studs with a standard electric drill would be very time consuming if not impossible for simply not being able to fit one between the studs. If however you do this kind of work every day as a business I would consider either the Hole Hawg or the new Super Hole Hawg. These units are more expensive but feature higher chuck speeds and a transmission that allows you to select the high or low speed without the use of tools. This will allow you to get work done faster when on really big jobs. But for the home owner that enjoys remodeling this Right Angle Drill is really the best choice as it is two tools in one when you consider the D-handle alone with the RAD unit removed. Built like a tank and as much power as you could ever need this drill definately delivers. The only variable will be your choice of bits, I have to place my vote on the Milwaukee self feed bits as they cut very fast and will last a long time between sharpening. So if you have some branch circuits to run or some plumbing to install go get this drill and some self feed bits. It will make the job go much easier.

This is a great drill for making holes in tight spaces. I have gotton by over the years with a 3/8 inch electric drill and spade bits/hole saws to make all of my holes, but I dislike the spade bits because they take forever and quickly wear out, while hole saws often bottom out when cutting anything thicker than 2 by lumber. But this drill, combined with Milwaukee's and Dewalt's resharpenable self-feed bits, makes drilling holes almost effortless and I can now reach spots that I could not have before. The lower RPMs combined with the extra long side handle keep this high torque drill under control when drilling large diameter holes. I purchased a reconditioned unit for the equivalent of about 3 weeks of fees at the local rental center and it looked brand new. I have had good luck buying reconditioned gear and I tend to trust this stuff because I believe that they have been carefully examined and all the defects removed. There's no doubt that this is a specialized tool, but if you have a lot of plumbing and/or electrical work to do than it may be worth getting. It will save you a lot of time, grief, and sweat in the long run. - Drills - Right-angle Drills - Tools - Milwaukee'

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Concealers

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I've used several brands of concealers, and the most happy with this one. Other brands either gave great coverage, but would be too thick and dry or had too much moisture and sheer once applied. Plus you'd have to wait for it to dry before applying any other make up. I've been using this brand for over a year now, and love that it doesn't cake up on your skin. It has a enough moisture to apply and dabble on your problems areas, but not to the point where it's too sheer. The medium tone must be popular since I'm rarely able to find it in drug stores so thanks for having it here!! Neutrogena Healthy Skin Smoothing Stick Treatment Concealer, Fair 01, 0.10 Ounces (Pack of 2)

This concealer is simply amazing! I ordered "Fair" because it soothes my skin best and it actually goes to my skin really good. I'm not just endorsing it just because of its name but because I'm a typical costumer who usually have an allergic reactions to most of the beauty products here in US (I guess it is also part of my adjustment when we migrated here in US and might be because I'm used to tropical weather)... and I've tried so hard to find the best product for my skin, and then I finally found the best product for me... and since then, I've been using Neutrogena from facial wash down to make ups.... it is very light and gentle on skin (I have a very sensitive skin) as well. So girls, you better grab one cause it will rock your world! :)

Having pretty clear skin and a good complexion, I rarely have need for makeup. "That time of the month" is another story. I use concealer sticks to hide the odd blemish or two I get during this time. One stick will last quite a while. I decided to give this one a shot after my Maybelline concealer got lost during a trip.

Their lightest shade, "Fair 01" is a good match to my skin tone, although I wish it were a little bit lighter (I'm very pale!) I dab lightly and smooth it out to blend in and hide the offending zit. It conceals well and does not cause any further break outs.

Over all, very pleased and would purchase again.'

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