luther_berry Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 Well, I finally did it! I just ordered a Leica R 80/1.4 lens from Don Chatterlee. A problem I have with ordering expensive items is the second thoughts and doubts I always get after placing the order. These doubts usually last until the item arrives. Hopefully, the torture won't last more than 24 hours this time. <p> Do others experience the same self doubts? Have a happy and safe holiday season. :-) LB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_fleetwood Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 Oh, yeah! Especially with all the sneaking around, money-laundering, hiding the goods from the wife. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Smith Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 Luther <p> I always feel the same way. You will not regret the lens though - it is a peach! Robin Smith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim_reed Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 Yeah, Luther, I know what you mean. I had second thoughts after I recently ordered an M6TTL with two lenses. <p> So, a week later, I went ahead an order the third lens, too, and then I felt better . . . <p> Go ahead an enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karl_georg_wolf Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 Hello Luther, <p> there are dozens around here who envy you just now. This lens is a great choice and you won´t regret having and using it. <p> I do not have one, but I decided for the 75 mm SUMMILUX M instead. Works wonderful, not on the small side though. Since I tried the 80 mm SUMMILUX on the R8 on a LEICA day I feel I have to have this one as well. The screen was so bright! It was a delight to focus with it. <p> In our age it is quite important to relief the eyesight. I´ll try to get it prescribed by my doctor soon. <p> Best wishes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshroot Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 I'm exactly the opposite. If I have the money, I can drop $1,000 on a lens and not think twice about it. But I feel like I'm wasting money if I go out to eat, or buy some $15 CD I don't really need. I guess that's why I have more film in my fridge than food. (Though, truth be told, it's probably also because I shoot so much digital these days.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew_schank Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 No, you are not alone, and you're doing pretty good if your doubt goes away after the item is in your hands. The famous and too common "buyers remorse" is one of the main reasons that places either do not take back new high end merchandise for a refund, or charge a sizeable restocking fee to do so. I'm sure you earned it, so enjoy it and post some shots at F1.4 after you get some. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john15 Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 It's just good old buyer's remorse, plain and simple. One way to deal with it, especially at this time of year, is to make a too-generous contribution to your favorite charity. Relax and enjoy the karma. <p> JOhn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy_piper2 Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 Josh: You nailed my sentiments exactly! <p> "Leicas will get you through times of no money better than money will get you through times of no Leicas." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msitaraman Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 Yes, we do Luther! Believe me, it fades away after you have the first scratch on the body of the lens, or the first time you drop it :-) <p> And if you think this is bad, wait until you go and buy your second R8 body (assuming you have not been through that agony already). <p> The pain only increases when your spouse or your conscience (in my case the one and the same) reminds you that 1) your remorse is worth precisely nothing in the larger scheme of things and 2) your purchase is a small, selfish, childish, irrational and wasteful expenditure that has crowded out far more necessary and essential needs being addressed, such as warm clothes for your poor shivering offspring. <p> Of course, all this is communicated by telepathy, not actual words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ray_moth Posted December 20, 2001 Share Posted December 20, 2001 Hi Luther, <p> Yes, I also get a bit nervous when I order something expensive. I also tend to look for reinforcement of my decision, searching for reviews on the 'net, just to make me feel more comfortable. But, like you, I get over it once I have the new camera/lens/whatever in my hot little hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reinier_de_vlaam Posted December 21, 2001 Share Posted December 21, 2001 No I have no problems at all <p> I have to hold myself not spending too much. I boughta very nice mint condition R4s+50/2 (just $600 with 'bag')and said that's enough for the time. So I went out and boughta 135/2.8 (just $325) and said that's enough for the time.So I went out and bought a winder with grip (hey, just$125 (ok, I just found out it has a (solvable) problem))so I said that's enough for the time. So now I looking outfor an affordable 35 and 90 lens (I'm in holland). And those400 and 600 (non-Leica) lenses aren't that expensive as well) <p> :-) <p> PS I'm not maried, save a lot of trouble Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msitaraman Posted December 21, 2001 Share Posted December 21, 2001 Also, the prospect of this remorse is what sells those absurdly expensive and profitable Leica accessories? Feel uneasy about plonking down $1900 for a 75 'lux? Buy a $200 finder (worth about $10) and scratch that itch. Or a $200 tripod plus head. Or an SF20. Or a Leica grip. And so on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luther_berry Posted December 21, 2001 Author Share Posted December 21, 2001 Well, I received the 80 Summilux-R and it is a jewel! It should fit nicely on the R8 and serve beautifully for portraits. Of course, my portraits aren't on the same level as those of Mike Dixon. Probably closer to you-know-who (A----). <p> Appreciate the words of support. I had agonized over the decisions of need (already have an R 90/2.0) and new-USA vs new-non-USA vs used. Desire finally won out and I bought the new-non-USA lens. If you disagree with my choice, that's OK. Just don't rain on my parade by telling me right now. Let me enjoy my personal Christmas gift. <p> My apologies to Don Chatterton whose name I misspelled yesterday. Can't believe I did that. Must have been a "senior moment". Don is a super nice guy and has provided top notch service on several sales this year with no problems of any kind. He even called me once about a lens he received because he remembered I had asked about the lens earlier. <p> Happy Holidays to all. LB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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