How much is reasonable for a hobbyist to spend on camera gear?

I'm just wondering if there's a rule of thumb (or just your own opinion), like they have for other items such as  engagement rings, to spent "two months' salary", or for housing, to spent "a third of your income" or whatever?

I will pick the best answer for my own purposes

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