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[SI] Proposed shoot in
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As the vacation travel season begins (in the northern hemisphere anyway) we propose that the next shoot-in be geographically related. To whit we further propose that this be a geo-referenced shoot-in due 2012.09.09 when most should be done with their wanderings. For that, all photos should contain geotags so that when they are opened the location where they were shot can be shown as well. We'd use a web photo service (Panoramio for example) to display the photos (as well as pbase). With Panoramio the photos will (in a week or so after uploading) also appear on Google Maps/Earth [1]. Some of you may not travel this summer vacation, but geotagging can be done as close as home or as far as you roam. See below for some info on geotagging. What say you? ============= Technical explanation snipped I think this is as good an idea as any technologically-oriented mandate, like wide angle (I don't know if there's ever been a wide angle mandate, it's just an analogy). Since I shoot film the point is moot for me, but I'm first cousin to Ned Ludd anyway. Sure I could buck 40 years of experience and actually carry a notebook to write down where I am when a given shot is taken, but that would mean carrying a notebook and remembering to write _anything_ down, something I've never done. (Well, except for making development notes on my 8x10 film holders, but lets not go there.) But I don't see any problem with the idea -- those who want to participate will, those who don't won't. It might be interesting to see who does participate and maybe some sort of census on who used "automatic GPS" and who had to use "Post-processing GPS". If nothing else it would be a snapshot of how useful and/or widely adopted GPS tagging is right now. Like any technology it is how you use it that matters. [I prefer to repair watches at least 50 years old, and steadfastly refuse to repair quartz watches. The cheapest quartz watch is about 1,000 times more accurate than the most expensive Patek Phillippe mechanical watch...] |
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[SI] Proposed shoot in
"watchmaker" wrote in message ... [I prefer to repair watches at least 50 years old, and steadfastly refuse to repair quartz watches. The cheapest quartz watch is about 1,000 times more accurate than the most expensive Patek Phillippe mechanical watch...] http://www.watchmatchmaker.com/1_men...er-speaks.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Co-axial_escapement I remember watching an interview with George Daniels (?) You couldn't help but be caught up by his enthusiasm for his craft and the accuracy of his watches in comparison to modern quartz watches. His invention of the co-axial escapement was genius and had a mesmerising and sensual beauty to its movement. -- Charles E. Hardwidge |
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[SI] Proposed shoot in
Charles E. Hardwidge wrote:
"watchmaker" wrote in message ... [I prefer to repair watches at least 50 years old, and steadfastly refuse to repair quartz watches. The cheapest quartz watch is about 1,000 times more accurate than the most expensive Patek Phillippe mechanical watch...] http://www.watchmatchmaker.com/1_men...er-speaks.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Co-axial_escapement I remember watching an interview with George Daniels (?) You couldn't help but be caught up by his enthusiasm for his craft and the accuracy of his watches in comparison to modern quartz watches. His invention of the co-axial escapement was genius and had a mesmerising and sensual beauty to its movement. George Daniels was one of the most gifted watchmakers of the 20th Century. I would compare him to Abraham-Louis Breguet for his sheer talent and discipline in the design and fabrication of watches and mechanisms which increase accuracy. His book, "Watchmaking", George Daniels, Sotheby's, London, 1981 ISBN 0-85667-150-9 (2011 edition ISBN 0-85667-704-3) is a revelation even to experienced watchmakers of the depth and breadth of his abilities and knowledge. His seminal book on Breguet, "The Art of Breguet", George Daniels, Sotheby Parke Bernet, London, 1974 ISBN 0-85667-004-9, is an homage to the most brilliant watchmaker of the 18th Century, who invented most of what we now take for granted in contemporary watchmaking. Unfortunately, physics being what it is, a watch with a 4 or 5 Hertz balance wheel is never going to compete in accuracy with a quartz crystal vibrating at 32,768 Hz. And stepper motors timed by said crystal are more accurate than any gear train and escapement, sadly. Still, there are lots of interesting mechanical movements still being made at most price points |
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[SI] Proposed shoot in
tony cooper wrote:
On Sat, 23 Jun 2012 21:08:37 -0400, watchmaker wrote: Charles E. Hardwidge wrote: "watchmaker" wrote in message ... [I prefer to repair watches at least 50 years old, and steadfastly refuse to repair quartz watches. The cheapest quartz watch is about 1,000 times more accurate than the most expensive Patek Phillippe mechanical watch...] http://www.watchmatchmaker.com/1_men...er-speaks.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Co-axial_escapement I remember watching an interview with George Daniels (?) You couldn't help but be caught up by his enthusiasm for his craft and the accuracy of his watches in comparison to modern quartz watches. His invention of the co-axial escapement was genius and had a mesmerising and sensual beauty to its movement. George Daniels was one of the most gifted watchmakers of the 20th Century. I would compare him to Abraham-Louis Breguet for his sheer talent and discipline in the design and fabrication of watches and mechanisms which increase accuracy. His book, "Watchmaking", George Daniels, Sotheby's, London, 1981 ISBN 0-85667-150-9 (2011 edition ISBN 0-85667-704-3) is a revelation even to experienced watchmakers of the depth and breadth of his abilities and knowledge. His seminal book on Breguet, "The Art of Breguet", George Daniels, Sotheby Parke Bernet, London, 1974 ISBN 0-85667-004-9, is an homage to the most brilliant watchmaker of the 18th Century, who invented most of what we now take for granted in contemporary watchmaking. Unfortunately, physics being what it is, a watch with a 4 or 5 Hertz balance wheel is never going to compete in accuracy with a quartz crystal vibrating at 32,768 Hz. And stepper motors timed by said crystal are more accurate than any gear train and escapement, sadly. Still, there are lots of interesting mechanical movements still being made at most price points I like mechanical watches as photographic subjects: http://tonycooper.smugmug.com/Other/...3-17-34-XL.jpg This Howard still works and keeps pretty good time: http://tonycooper.smugmug.com/Other/...6_sQors-XL.jpg http://tonycooper.smugmug.com/Other/...8_SESaW-XL.jpg tony cooper wrote: On Sat, 23 Jun 2012 21:08:37 -0400, watchmaker wrote: Charles E. Hardwidge wrote: "watchmaker" wrote in message ... [I prefer to repair watches at least 50 years old, and steadfastly refuse to repair quartz watches. The cheapest quartz watch is about 1,000 times more accurate than the most expensive Patek Phillippe mechanical watch...] http://www.watchmatchmaker.com/1_men...er-speaks.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Co-axial_escapement I remember watching an interview with George Daniels (?) You couldn't help but be caught up by his enthusiasm for his craft and the accuracy of his watches in comparison to modern quartz watches. His invention of the co-axial escapement was genius and had a mesmerising and sensual beauty to its movement. George Daniels was one of the most gifted watchmakers of the 20th Century. I would compare him to Abraham-Louis Breguet for his sheer talent and discipline in the design and fabrication of watches and mechanisms which increase accuracy. His book, "Watchmaking", George Daniels, Sotheby's, London, 1981 ISBN 0-85667-150-9 (2011 edition ISBN 0-85667-704-3) is a revelation even to experienced watchmakers of the depth and breadth of his abilities and knowledge. His seminal book on Breguet, "The Art of Breguet", George Daniels, Sotheby Parke Bernet, London, 1974 ISBN 0-85667-004-9, is an homage to the most brilliant watchmaker of the 18th Century, who invented most of what we now take for granted in contemporary watchmaking. Unfortunately, physics being what it is, a watch with a 4 or 5 Hertz balance wheel is never going to compete in accuracy with a quartz crystal vibrating at 32,768 Hz. And stepper motors timed by said crystal are more accurate than any gear train and escapement, sadly. Still, there are lots of interesting mechanical movements still being made at most price points I like mechanical watches as photographic subjects: http://tonycooper.smugmug.com/Other/...3-17-34-XL.jpg This Howard still works and keeps pretty good time: http://tonycooper.smugmug.com/Other/...6_sQors-XL.jpg http://tonycooper.smugmug.com/Other/...8_SESaW-XL.jpg Beautiful photos, Tony! That Howard is right on the cusp of 1920 and 1920 (serial number 1,39x,xxx). Very high grade triple-bridge movement with 17 jewels and temperature and position tested. The dial is in beautiful shap. By eye it looks like a 12-size (American sizing system) and probably has a 25-year gold-filled case (unless it's solid gold), possibly a Wadsworth case. Howards are the underdogs of the watch collecting world -- many many excellent examples available for less than half the price of equivalent Illinois, Waltham, or Elgin. It looks like it is in very good shape. However, even modern lubricants break down over time. If you find that the watch is gaining time significantly you might consider taking it to a competent watchmaker for a cleaning and lubrication. It shouldn't cost very much and is an excellent precaution. Once every 5 to 10 years for a watch not used very much is the recommended interval. |
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