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luckyrwe
Jun-06-2005, 10:25 AM
I shot the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon in San Diego this weekend. It was tons of fun and I can't wait for the next one. While there I sawe other shooters with various types of gear. One gal was carrying the Canon 300/2.8. I pointed the lens out to my wife and her jaw dropped. Sje asked what lens it was and I told her. She asked how much it was and I said, "That's the one I want for $3899." She replied with, "That's really not so expensive."

What that means is that she sees that you are getting a lot of metal and glass for the price. It it not like buying a Leica 35/1.4 ASPH for $2695 and then trying to explain why a lens the size of a donut hole costs so much.

Of course it helps to "understand" why women's shoes cost so much. Reverse psychology can go a long way. :D

Nikolai
Jun-06-2005, 10:34 AM
..Did you request the overnight delivery, or just 2d day air ? :D

Seymore
Jun-06-2005, 01:25 PM
..Did you request the overnight delivery, or just 2d day air ? :D
:thumb :lol4 :lol4
Yes... Inquiring minds want to know!!!

luckyrwe
Jun-06-2005, 02:01 PM
I swear I'd have the lens right now if it was not for my prospective government travel. Grrrr! :splat

Seymore
Jun-06-2005, 02:04 PM
I swear I'd have the lens right now if it was not for my prospective government travel. Grrrr! :splat
Well, just let the Govt pay for it. :thumb Oh... that's right. You already have a $500 hammer. :huh Sorry, you've exceeded your lifetime allotment from the Govt. Have a good day!!! :D

ian408
Jun-07-2005, 06:44 AM
Moved thread. Not really about accessories.

Ian