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LoungeLizard replied to kogi on Shimomura Industry VG-10 UNR-01 Damascus Kitchen Knife $76.95 Delivered @ Amazon JP via AU
Just be aware that with "fixed angle" sharpening systems the angle might not line up with the factory angle on the blade and that could…
12/03/2025 - 12:46
LoungeLizard commented on Shimomura Industry VG-10 UNR-01 Damascus Kitchen Knife $76.95 Delivered @ Amazon JP via AU
The blade is an awkward length IMO. Too small for a workhorse chef's knife but too big for a delicate work. Might suit some but buyer beware
12/03/2025 - 12:39
LoungeLizard commented on 50% off Sealy Mattresses + Delivery Only @ MYER
These prices seem to be the same as any if the other never-ending "mattress sales"
04/03/2025 - 09:58
LoungeLizard replied to klaw81 on Meross Smart Garage Door Opener Homekit (Homekit Compatible) $53.96 + Delivery ($0 Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Shuzu-AU via Amazon AU
Cheers - I've read a bit more and seems you'll need the app (and an account ...grrr) to do the initial connection and firmware update.…
17/02/2025 - 20:47
LoungeLizard commented on Meross Smart Garage Door Opener Homekit (Homekit Compatible) $53.96 + Delivery ($0 Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Shuzu-AU via Amazon AU
So can this be setup/used without the Meross app and using their servers? Call be paranoid if you want but I won't trust a third party with…
17/02/2025 - 18:02
LoungeLizard replied to EBC on Shun Sora 8" Chef's Knife $122.75 Delivered @ Amazon AU
Well according to the [Tojiro](https://www.tojiro-japan.com/products/tojiro-color-molybdenum-vanadium-steel-chef-knife-210mm-white/)…
13/02/2025 - 15:57
LoungeLizard replied to tonester on Shun Sora 8" Chef's Knife $122.75 Delivered @ Amazon AU
What steels are used for these? No (or generic) specs usually means cheaper/lower quality. Not that VG10 is high end but at least it'll…
13/02/2025 - 13:47
LoungeLizard replied to Flutterby on [Perks] Nikon Z 30 Mirrorless Camera with 12-28mm Powerzoom Lens & $100 GC: $749.50 + Delivery ($0 C&C/in-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi
> $2k is the starting point for a decent lens. There are many "decent" lenses for way less than $2K. It depends a lot the mount system, the…
21/01/2025 - 10:28
LoungeLizard replied to Goldenkiwi on [eBay Plus] Chiropractic Black Label Mattress: SB $155.22, KSB $194.22, QB $279.20, KB$311.22 Delivered @ Zzz Atelier eBay
Free shipping only to selected areas it seems, I get $45 to rural NSW
02/12/2024 - 14:55
LoungeLizard replied to minijumbuk on Westpac Altitude Qantas Black Credit Card: 90,000 Qantas Points with $6000 Spend in 120 Days, $225 1st Yr Fees Existing Customer
Japan is one of the few destinations where there are actually some reward seats left, mainly due to availability of (cheap/reasonable)…
01/09/2024 - 19:41
LoungeLizard replied to seboya on Westpac Altitude Qantas Black Credit Card: 90,000 Qantas Points with $6000 Spend in 120 Days, $225 1st Yr Fees Existing Customer
Qantas wants to force people to use their "higher" reward tiers and reduce the pool of rewards points which is at record levels. They say…
14/08/2024 - 12:21
LoungeLizard commented on Free Upgrade from nbn FTTC to FTTP (Min FTTP Speed for Free Upgrade: 100/20 Mbps, Was 250/25) @ nbn Co via Participating ISPs
>You can get 100/20 for $65-$75/month Can somebody link to an ISP that has this *ongoing* price? Every single one I've looked at is ~$90…
04/07/2024 - 11:12
LoungeLizard replied to brad1-8tsi on Tyres for RAV4 Hybrid
Unfortunately not a lot of choice were I live, and shipping + installation from Tempe/Tyresales kills savings.
06/06/2024 - 12:45
LoungeLizard replied to Hackney on Tyres for RAV4 Hybrid
I've heard/read from various sources they are good. Sadly no deals where I am so very expensive - about $1600 for a set
05/06/2024 - 10:14
LoungeLizard replied to Aldonis on Tyres for RAV4 Hybrid
Cheers. How does the wear compare to others?
05/06/2024 - 10:10
LoungeLizard replied to JIMB0 on Tyres for RAV4 Hybrid
No roof racks
05/06/2024 - 10:08
LoungeLizard posted a forum topic Tyres for RAV4 Hybrid
I need new tyres for my RAV4 Hybrid, size 225/60 R18. Can anybody recommend tyres that have good wear and low noise? Not fussed with…
05/06/2024 - 07:48
LoungeLizard replied to johnshirazman on 77% off 2021 McLaren Vale Shiraz 12-Pack $141 (RRP $660, $11.75/Bottle) Delivered @ Dozen Deals
So who is "smile.io" then? They administer the rewards program so it's clear that at least my email address has been shared with them.…
29/05/2024 - 07:57
LoungeLizard commented on 77% off 2021 McLaren Vale Shiraz 12-Pack $141 (RRP $660, $11.75/Bottle) Delivered @ Dozen Deals
OK deal, hate that they immediately start spamming you - even if you do NOT give permission to receive promotional emails you are are…
28/05/2024 - 17:10
LoungeLizard replied to busyra on Rust-Oleum Grey Gloss EpoxyShield 2.5 Car Concrete & Garage Floor Coating Bundle $299 (RRP $410) Delivered @South East Clearance
Provided there is absolutely no oil/tyre marks etc. you probably won't need much cleaning (just high pressure wash) but you will need to…
22/04/2024 - 08:34
LoungeLizard replied to lawyerz on Sony A7c II $2789 Delivered + Surcharge @ digiDirect (Price Match + 10% Cashrewards Cashback @ Sony)
What lens(es) did you use? Thinking of getting this for an upcoming trip, but want to take/buy only one lens. Front runner is Tamron…
11/01/2024 - 15:30
LoungeLizard commented on LISEN 240W USB C to USB C Fast Charging Cable 2m 2-Pack $9.85 + Delivery ($0 with Prime/$59 Spend) @ LISEN Space via Amazon AU
For those who missed it, max transfer is 480Mbps (USB2.0 speed). So it's good for charging, not so good for anything else (eg. docking…
21/12/2023 - 08:56
LoungeLizard replied to crentist on Recommend Hotel Chains in Japan
Daiwa Roynet seems to be recommended often on forums. They are pretty expensive in Tokyo as you said. Will check them in other cities
14/12/2023 - 12:19
LoungeLizard replied to boomramada on Recommend Hotel Chains in Japan
I've been looking at heaps of reviews, but (a) not sure how many are real or not "promoted" (b) many of these would be from local (as in…
14/12/2023 - 12:14
LoungeLizard replied to poor_me on Recommend Hotel Chains in Japan
Thanks, will have a look at them. Prices & reviews (spot check in Tokyo) seems reasonable
13/12/2023 - 13:47
LoungeLizard replied to McMaferMur on Recommend Hotel Chains in Japan
Not for us (various reasons)
13/12/2023 - 13:45
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