Re: [CR]Shimano and Campagnolo

(Example: Framebuilding:Tubing)

From: <OROBOYZ@aol.com>
Date: Wed, 23 Apr 2003 11:32:57 EDT
Subject: Re: [CR]Shimano and Campagnolo
To: mail@woodworkingboy.com, classicrendezvous@bikelist.org, gillies@cs.ubc.ca


In a message dated 4/23/2003 10:43:57 AM Eastern Daylight Time, mail@woodworkingboy.com writes:

<< With regard to Japanese products not meeting your undefined aesthetic standards, one should understand that traditional Japanese concepts of design are considerably different from those in the occident. Forgive the inadequate translation, but precepts such as 'nothingness' and 'restraint', are still cultural identities that manifest in today's society and industry. How to perceive this, in the west may not be adequately understood within a culture where individuality and unique creativity is much emphasized, in contrast to the norm here. Personal preferences not withstanding, I suggest that it is a considerably complex issue, not least of which entails a study of culture and history to arrive at knowledgeable conclusions on the matter. >>

Dennis, you certainly have the perspective, living and being a craftsman in Japan, that we can appreciate. Restraint is perhaps a quality that we could use a bit more of in our culture!! Especially in e-mail! :)

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