A Fistful of 5-Digit Frogs - My Kermit Collection

[FaekieOne]

You sir is the reason for my latest addiction. And that's 5 digit franken Subs. Never really even thought about Kermits, but now I don't know. I think I need one now.

 

[KJ2020]

Another spectacular display of collector excellence. Any one of these would adequately round out most collectors' needs. But not p0ps, no. He's probably eyeing another one even now, haha. This is an ultimate extravaganza of eye candy laid out so appealingly that it surpasses blog sites like Hodinkee and Time and Tide. So well done, bro - congrats and thanks for sharing so beautifully.

 

[p0pperini]

He's probably eyeing another one even now, haha.

Wait, are you spying on me KJ..? XD

Thanks for the kind words - they really are a huge compliment, coming from you.

 

[mech500]

Whowww. Awesome collection mate. Pics are unbelievably good as well. Have you tried the new Starbucks? It just doesn’t have the charm of the old Kermit for me.


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[p0pperini]

Whowww. Awesome collection mate. Pics are unbelievably good as well. Have you tried the new Starbucks? It just doesn’t have the charm of the old Kermit for me.

Thanks buddy, appreciate it.

Yeah, I've tried the new Starbucks (see the last pic - the group shot - I've just edited the post to list the factories). I quite like it, but 100% agree that it totally fails to have the same kudos and charm as the original.

However, I'm currently pursuing the possibility of getting a Starbucks from an AD - so I'm trying my best to learn to love it... Although, if I pull it off, I'll probably flip it and spend the money on a proper Kermit. The secondhand market for the Cermit means that I could afford to do that!

 

[PHutch]

Should be proud of yourself with that lot

 

[p0pperini]

Should be proud of yourself with that lot

I'm not really. It's more a mixture of shame and amusement.

 

[WatchSmith.US]

An enjoyable and informative thread with excellent photography. I thoroughly enjoyed it p0ps!

 

[mmaggi]

Great collection. Like the last evolution shot. That Hulk looks really nice. Thanks for sharing and I appreciate the Q/A that followed. Alot of good information.

 

[big_polarbear]

Wow sir. You are the most dedicated member in the community. Full respect to you. Each of your posts is a museum.

May I ask, as a enthusiast photographer myself, what macro lens and which camera did you use ? What is your setup ?

 

[p0pperini]

Wow sir. You are the most dedicated member in the community. Full respect to you. Each of your posts is a museum.

May I ask, as a enthusiast photographer myself, what macro lens and which camera did you use ? What is your setup ?

Thank you! Your kind words are much appreciated.

I used a Panasonic Lumix S5 mirrorless full-frame camera and Sigma 105mm "Art" macro (wth a Sigma 2x extension tube).

 

[big_polarbear]

Thank you! Your kind words are much appreciated.

I used a Panasonic Lumix S5 mirrorless full-frame camera and Sigma 105mm "Art" macro (wth a Sigma 2x extension tube).

Nice one ! It really pays off. A good camera and a macro lens is what separates the grain from the chaff :thumbsup:

Will ask Santa Claus next xmas for a macro alens as well lugintree:

 

[cjt202020]

Awesome collection and photos.

My idea for your next photo shoot: A crown guard calendar. 12 images, 1 calendar. I’d buy one :|

 

[KingSly]

amazing write up. i think a kermit is next on my buy list

 

[Peguine]

i get it you're rich :legend:

 

[p0pperini]

i get it you're rich :legend:

Sadly not. Just obsessed. But thanks for the kind words.

 

[MJH89]

Stunning watches and even more stunning photos, the original LV just has just a wonderful tone to its greens which the modern ceramic frogs lack.

 

[Livi67]

Thanks for sharing this with us ! it's pretty impressive !

which one is your favourite ?

 

[freediver]

He already answered ,check previous pages

 

[p0pperini]

Thanks for sharing this with us ! it's pretty impressive !

which one is your favourite ?

Thanks!

If I really did have to just pick one, it would be the TC. I'm getting closer and closer to installing a gen crystal and insert on the TC - at which point I'd most likely sell the rest. I say that, but even as I type the word "sell", I start to feel queasy...