[rollei_list] Re: Not My Definition of a Thoroughbred (Re: Nikon vs. Leica)
- From: Jerry Lehrer <jerryleh@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: rollei_list@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2005 13:12:05 -0700
Austin and Peter,
My equine oriented daughter has informed me that the word 'thoroughbred'
refers only to horses. We should use the term 'pure blood' or pur sang,
when referring to things other than horses.
Jerry
Austin Franklin wrote:
> Hi Peter,
>
> > I would have to add the Canon F1-N to that thoroughbred list. It was a
> > true workhorse although it did not enjoy the popularity of the Nikon F
> > series.
>
> Why do you say that? I find there are FAR more Canon F-1Ns, lenses and
> accessories available (and far more people that use them) than Nikon F
> series.
>
> Regards,
>
> Austin
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