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    Fezz - what sort of lenses did you have this...

    Fezz - what sort of lenses did you have this frame made up with?

    I'm presuming 1.59, 1.6 or 1.67 would be the best material.

    What is the minumum ET? Same as any other inline fit?

    I...
  2. Oooo, I love Vancouver. I was there for a 5 days...

    Oooo, I love Vancouver. I was there for a 5 days back in February this year. I can't wait to come back and spend more time there. You certainly live in a very beautiful part of the world.
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    I had a meeting with the lens company rep on...

    I had a meeting with the lens company rep on Wednesday and I learnt a few things that I didn't know about Spectralite - the main one being that once a lens is ground the back surface hardcoat is very...
  4. It depends on a couple of different things -...

    It depends on a couple of different things - mainly the state you want to work in.

    Some states have actually "deregistered" dispensers, so in essence you don't need any "formal" training. This...
  5. Hi Ensi. The same thing happens when at Aussie...

    Hi Ensi. The same thing happens when at Aussie Optom wants to work in the UK. You would think that the qualification would be recognised, but alas no.

    I'm working with an optom from the UK...
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    Haha, except the put Under NEAT that, not...

    Haha, except the put Under NEAT that, not "neath".

    Honestly, I can't believe how stupid some people are. I'm sorry, but it's true - HELLO, Mc FLY!!! :hammer:
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    LOL, I tend to get - "I have a stigma". :hammer:...

    LOL, I tend to get - "I have a stigma". :hammer:

    I can relate to so many of these posts - it's actually quite refreshing to know that I'm not alone and people worldwide are quite ignorant and/or...
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    What's going on with the industry over there? ...

    What's going on with the industry over there? Why are jobs being lost? Has the market changed that much?

    I live in Australia and I can honestly say that there isn't enough people in the industry...
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    I'm meeting with our state rep for the supplier...

    I'm meeting with our state rep for the supplier this week. I'll be asking him a few questions regarding this problem. Although from making a few more phone calls it would seem that the warantees...
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    Hehehe... I like your way of thinking! *WINK*

    Hehehe... I like your way of thinking! *WINK*
  11. Thread: Made in China

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    Wow! This does surprise me - never thought that...

    Wow! This does surprise me - never thought that the resent "toy issue" would rear it's head in the optical industry.

    Mmmm, I think the majority of our frames are made in China too - regardless of...
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    Thank you Gem and Marc, you responses have helped...

    Thank you Gem and Marc, you responses have helped immensely and and given me something to work with.

    I will endeavour to look further into the "warranty" information. I spoke to our lens rep who...
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    Spectralite and scratching

    I just thought I would throw this our there for everyone's opinion.

    A few month back a customer purchased a pair of Sola Max Velocity (H/C only). He bought them back last week as they are full of...
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    I must say that I agree with MarcE on this. ...

    I must say that I agree with MarcE on this.

    Correct me if I'm wrong, but I can't think of any other industry where you can get "parts" for free.

    I understand that the cost is negligible, but...
  15. Thread: discouraged

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    I think my husband had more faith that I did! ...

    I think my husband had more faith that I did!

    I'm only 20 months into my own store. My sister and I were given the opportunity to open our own store (franchise), and I have to say that it's...
  16. Thread: Cold-calls

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    Poll: This probably doesn't belong here, and maybe I...

    This probably doesn't belong here, and maybe I should make a new thread so forgive me for going off topic here.

    My question is regarding the tinting of polarised lenses? I've always been told...
  17. Thread: Cold-calls

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    Poll: Sounds like Matt is of no great loss! And I just...

    Sounds like Matt is of no great loss! And I just learnt something new about Maui Jim's! Thanks! :D
  18. Thread: Cold-calls

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    Poll: I don't mind them dropping in and introducing...

    I don't mind them dropping in and introducing themselves, if I'm not busy I'll take a bit of time to listen and hear what they have to say.

    But.... last week a young guy walks in, (dressed like...
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    I have to admit the paint work is certainly an...

    I have to admit the paint work is certainly an eyecatcher! I would love one of those in my workshop! Not that I've ever had to do any edging that small - only thing I can think of would be for a...
  20. Thread: First Snow

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    Hi Christina Your post really caught my eye -...

    Hi Christina

    Your post really caught my eye - I have a friend who lives in Savage! Small world hey! :bbg:

    And snow - well I live in Australia and right now it's stinking hot - send some of...
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