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    Microtek 900 or Epson 4990 or Microtek 1800

    Hi to all. I thought I would share my experience with the Epson 4870/4990 and the Microtek 1800. After having some problems with my Microtek software(which have since been resolved thanks to their...
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    Maxwell screen on Arca-Swiss

    Does anyone know if the Maxwell focusing screen for a Linhof Tech IV will fit on an Arca-Swiss F Classic 4X5 without any problems. The set-up looks the same. Ho wever, I notice that the Arca-Swiss...
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    Tenba P264 adverised weight way off.

    Just received a new Tenba P264 Backpack. The weight listed on their website is 3 pounds and 10 ounces. The actual weight of the pack is over 7 and one half pou nds empty !! Their response was that...
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    300 Rodenstock S

    Geoffrey, it wasn't the camera it stressed, it was my wallet. Seriously, vibration does not appear to be a problem with my Linhof Tech IV. I don't know if the fact that it has a die cast body as ...
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    300 Rodenstock S

    Just a word or two of praise for SK Grimes. I recently purchased a Rodenstock Si ronar S 300 5.6. The lens takes 100mm filters !! No one makes them. Steve made m e a 100 to 67mm step down ring (nice...
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    Rodenstock 300S on Linhof Tech IV ?

    Michael, I missed that one completely. I ordered the lens mounted on an off center board (as are all of my other lenses). Since the lens is so large I did not notice that the board is center...
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    Rodenstock 300S on Linhof Tech IV ?

    Help, I just purchased a Rodenstock 300 S for my Linhof Tech IV and find it will not mount onto the camera. The opening is large enough for the rear element but there is not enough room for the lens...
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    Rodenstock S 300 5.6

    I know they are large and I know they are heavy, but has anyone had any experien ce with these monsters for 4X5 ? I have the opportunity to pick one up at a rea sonable pric and was wondering if I...
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    110XL on Linhof Tech IV ?

    Does anyone know if the Schneider 110XL will focus with any room to spare on a L inhof Tech IV with a flat lensboard ?
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    Fuji Quickloads in new Kodak holder

    Ellis, Yes, I have, with a 100% failure rate with light leaks and hang-up of the clip in the holder.
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    Fuji Quickloads in new Kodak holder

    Has anyone tried Fuji Quickloads in the new Kodak single sheet Readyload holder ? I have tried it and find that about 4 out of 5 times the clip does not engage somehow and the film comes out with...
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    4x5 Field Choices..

    Armin, does the Horseman FA have geared front tilt ?
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    Maxwell focusing screen

    Scratch this question, he just called me. Thanks Don Hall
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    Maxwell focusing screen

    Has anyone had any contact with Bill Maxwell lately ? All I can get is his answ ering machine and the calls are not returned. I ordered a focusing screen over two months ago and was charged for it...
  15. First Impresions - New Single Sheet Readyload Holder

    Kerry, who has them in stock now ? I have been waiting for one. Don
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    300mm lens choice for 8x10

    Kerry, I have been considering the Fuji 240A and was intrigued by your comment that at F22 it beat the 210 Schneider. How does it compare (the Fuji 240) at infinity to your Nikon 300M as far as ...
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    Bellows Material

    Does anyone know if any significant weight reduction can be acheived on a 4x5 ca mera by replacing the original factory bellows with one of a different or lighte r weight material ? If so does anyone...
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    Kodak Readyloads in Fuji Holder

    Just returned from my darkroom after processing the Kodak Ektachrome VS single packets that were exposed in the Fuji holder. Light leaks all over the place !!! It appears that they will not work...
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    Kodak Readyloads in Fuji Holder

    I just received a box of Kodak single sheet readyloads (Ektachrome VS) today an d tried them in my Fuji quickload holder. The info with the film states that the Koday Readyloads are compatible with...
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    Gitzo spiked/rubber feet

    Does anyone know if the Gitzo 1338 lower legs with spiked/rubber feet can be fit ted to other series 3 CF three section tripods such as the 1325 ? Also can the 1 338 "bowl head", whatever that is, be...
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    Linhof lens mounting question

    Kerry, Thanks for the info. I will keep checking in on your large format home page. Don
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    Linhof lens mounting question

    Thanks to all of you for your input. Kerry, I was thinking of the 450 Fujinon with the extended board. You are correct, I probably would not be using much in the way of movements with the...
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    Linhof lens mounting question

    Linhof users, does anyone have any comments about the practicality of mounting lenses on center drilled Wista erected lensboards. Will it screw up the front ti lt (i.e. harder to focus with front...
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    Linhof reflex finder

    Has anyone used the Linhof reflex right angle finder for 4X5 ? If so, how well d oes it work ? Also, will the new ones fit a Tech IV ?
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    Tachihara m

    I see that there are two mosels of Tachihara field cameras listed in various ads . One is called the Woodfield and the other one Model GF. Does anyone know the d ifference ? Both are listed at the...
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    One-pass cleaning rollers

    Neil, Thanks for the very informative answer, I will try your suggestions.
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    One-pass cleaning rollers

    Has anyone had any experience with the one-pass cleaning rollers sold by The F S tops Here and other vendors ? I purchased one in hopes of eliminating specs on Ilfochrome prints, especially in sky...
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    Arca Swiss B1 repair

    James and garrett: Thanks for the info, just what I wanted.
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    Arca Swiss B1 repair

    Does anyone know where I can get my Arca Swiss B1 repaired. The knob that tight ens the quick release plate has stripped out and will no longer tighten.. I orig inally purchased it from Kirk...
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    Rodenstock Apo-Ronar 300

    Has anyone had any experience with the Rodenstock Apo-Ronar 300 for landscape ph otography ? (4X5) How does it compare to the Nikon 300 m ? I would appreciatte any information. Thanks, Don Hall
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    450mm lens on Linhof TechIV ?

    Thanks for the info, I think I will go with the telephoto design.
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    450mm lens on Linhof TechIV ?

    Can someone tell me if the Fuji 450 C is practical to use on a Linhof Tech IV, I .E. what is the bellows extension required at infinity or perhaps even closer ?? ? Thanks, Don
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