Epinions Recent Reviews for zagatt

Nice copier... until it broke

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 22:12:09 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - I bought this unit on sale for around $350 back in 2006. Kept it in my private office and it was very lightly used (1500 copies - you can check your copy count by holding down the red "C" button next to the power switch for 3-5 seconds). Fast forward 2...

Lightweight & Solid Tripod

Sun, 1 Dec 2002 21:09:32 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - I was looking for a better tripod for 35mm photography in the field, the Gitzo Mountaineers looked like very good choices but were a bit on the pricey side, along comes Velbon (best known for lower priced consumer oriented tripods) with their carbon...

Italian beauty...

Sun, 1 Dec 2002 19:36:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - For years I had a good old NuTone range hood, cheap & reliable with a great warranty. Earlier this year, it started acting up a bit (getting really noisy) and although I could have had the unit fixed, I decided to take a look at other options.

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A year with the Stainless Panasonic

Sun, 1 Dec 2002 16:42:16 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - After a year of performing admirably in the kitchen, the Panasonic microwave quietly and efficiently does its job. Without repeating all the features (covered very nicely in jonwes' excellent review) I'll just pass on a couple of observations that might...

OK Bedside performer with 2 reservations

Sun, 1 Dec 2002 15:23:05 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - I picked this unit (ICF-CD853V) up as a Christmas gift along with Sony's under-cabinet Radio/CD player (ICF-CD543RM CD/AM/FM/TV Band/Weather Band Kitchen Clock Radio) when they finally went on sale.

The bedside radio is an attractively styled...

Good looks, but disappointments

Sun, 1 Dec 2002 14:44:40 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - I really really wanted to like this product, had seen it a few times in stores, and when it (finally!) went on sale I bought one right away.

I have had an old GE Spacemaker AM/FM clock radio mounted under one of the kitchen cabinets for years,...

Great pix, but a couple of notes

Thu, 1 Jun 2000 02:37:54 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - First things first, this camera will deliver great digital pictures, not the equal of a 35mm SLR, but better than you'll need for putting on the web, and great for recording works in progress (a building, a painting, a garden...)

A couple of...

Epson Stylus Color 1520 Inkjet Printer: Large Format on a budget

Thu, 1 Jun 2000 02:16:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - The 1520 serves as an excellent large format (up to C-size) printer for the small business / SOHO market, particularly if the larger work is only occasional.

Have used mine for 2 years and it hasn't missed a beat, yes it will eat ink...

Excellent Portrait Lens, Not UV

Wed, 31 May 2000 21:16:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - This is an exceptionally sharp lens, which gives the photographer a little more reach than the standard 50-55mm normal lens, and is especially 'kind' for portraiture, allowing selective focus to emphasize the face, while slightly longer focal length...

Sharp, Compact Wide angle

Wed, 31 May 2000 20:20:35 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - An excellent lens for scenery with little distortion and very sharp images.

Used to rely on a 21mm f2.0 lens as my wideangle of choice with previous system (Olympus), but when I made the switch to Nikon, chose the 24. Have not missed the extra...

Capable Compact, great with mods.

Wed, 31 May 2000 19:56:06 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - This is an excellent choice for the fledgling stargazer, and not a bad choice for the advanced user who can't always carry their light bucket out in the field.

It's a compact, lightweight (under 4 pound) unit, mine was supplied with a...

Useful Information in a compact package

Wed, 31 May 2000 19:00:04 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - The GPSIII has been a constant travelling companion for the past 2 years, and it has proved its worth time & time again. The mapping feature, although not as detailed as a Street Pilot, provides essential information when travelling off the beaten...

Convenience vs. Performance vs. Ergonomics

Wed, 31 May 2000 17:23:18 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - An interesting piece of equipment, almost an out and out star, but with a couple of caveats:

Convenience: Hands down, a winner, combining the DVD player & receiver saves the all-too-common rat's nest of wiring behind your entertainment...

Bulletproof cookware

Wed, 31 May 2000 14:12:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - If everything else was built this well...This cookware genuinely makes a difference in the way you cook, and gives you the confidence to try things that would be hopeless in cheaper cookware.

Have been using LTD for about 5 years, and having...

Sprint Mobile Phone Service in Pittsburgh: Good price/performance, need dual band for complete coverage

Wed, 31 May 2000 13:32:41 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - The $50/500 plan enabled me to lower my home & office long distance bills from over $200 a month to just about zip. I use the PCS phone for all long distance calls (and some local calls if on the road) and only have to use the home long distance...

All around capability! (Part 2)

Wed, 31 May 2000 12:47:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - The blazer is quite competent in most areas, I found a couple of options which made my Blazer more comfortable & help to keep it in top shape:

Interior:

The seats are good (mine are the cloth covered bucket seats, power driver side),...

Archived Autos & Motorsports Reviews: Worth it? You bet.

Wed, 31 May 2000 10:31:48 GMT

rating: 0/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - Bought mine about 6 months ago, and have never regretted it. Spent a couple of weeks before purchase looking at all the detectors, reviews, etc. and found a couple of units that seemed almost as good for a good deal less $, but decided to take the...

Decent choice, with reservations

Wed, 31 May 2000 09:54:23 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - Have been a Worldnet user for several years, when starting they had a better rate for unlimited usage, then jacked up the prices (not an intro offer, but Bait & Switch tactics - get a lot of customers, then start turning the screws). Recommended it...

AT&T @Home: Service problems, people problems

Wed, 31 May 2000 08:57:03 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author zagatt - Cable modems are terrific...when they work. @home's service & AT&T's implementation leave much to be desired.

The original installer left without getting the system running (leave it to the owner to stay up till midnight getting it to...