Search:

Type: Posts; User: Tom Johnston; Keyword(s):

Page 1 of 2 1 2

Search: Search took 0.00 seconds.

  1. Harrison Jumbo film changing Tent (11x14)

    Some people complain that changing tents are very dust prone. I have not had a problem with dust when using a changing tents at all. The trick is to not put anything dusty in the bag. My...
  2. Information on Calumet E-100 8x10" Enlarger?

    Jay,

    The ironic thing is that I never said that YOU lectured me. You have made an assumption. I was speaking in general and you also made the assumption that something said in another forum...
  3. Information on Calumet E-100 8x10" Enlarger?

    Jay,

    I'm sorry that you feel that my response to you was "rude" (from a message I received from you separately about a dialog we had in another forum.) You apparently found a remark that I made...
  4. Information on Calumet E-100 8x10" Enlarger?

    William,

    Of course I checked with Calumet. But it is very doubtful, based on my past experience with them, that I will receive a response from them before the auction ends. That's not a knock...
  5. Information on Calumet E-100 8x10" Enlarger?

    Does anyone have any knowledge of and information about a Calumet E-100 8x10" enlarger? I don't know who manufactured it for Calumet but a wiring schematic shows a date of 1969 so it was probably...
  6. Replies
    4
    Views
    2,471

    Are step-down rings usable?

    Timely thread! Like others here, I am standardized on 67mm filters but I just bought a 14" Kodak Commercial Ektar lens. Fortunately, mine is threaded and has 72mm threads (I am told that most of...
  7. Experience with Bulk Kodak Plus-X / Aerographic Film?

    I don't know but I saw the same ad and I emailed the seller asking what it would cost to have it cut into 8x10" sheets. He failed to reply which, all else being equal, I did not think was a good...
  8. Replies
    12
    Views
    5,268

    TMAX or the New TRI-X

    I have used TMAX100 since it was first brought to market. I also tried TMAX400 but I simply didn't like it. My two primary sheet films are TMAX100 and TRI-X.

    I have always been a bit...
  9. Replies
    18
    Views
    5,546

    Eye of the beholder

    I shoot to please myself and, fortunately, the result generally pleases others as well. However, as you now, there are many people who just have no sense for photography or any art, for that...
  10. Historical significance and the fleeting moment - random thots

    I have always been fascinated with juxtapositions of "then and now" photographs and have participated in this pursuit myself. I am currently talking with my local historical society to do a project...
  11. Replies
    14
    Views
    5,445

    Kodak dropped from Dow

    I think some (Bill, in particular) may be missing the point. The thread is not about the wisdom of making any particular stock investment. The thread is about the health of Kodak and how that can...
  12. Replies
    9
    Views
    5,359

    Black vs white easels

    Remember, the paper serves another purpose besides being easier to see the projected image when composing....It also allows you to focus on the same plane that the actual paper will be on. If you...
  13. Dumb E6 question - Are Velvia 100F and Provia 100F prcessed the same way?

    Mix them up without concern as long as you don't want some push or pull processed, which is an entirely different issue. The E6 process is standard. The film type makes no difference.
  14. Replies
    16
    Views
    10,277

    Questions about 14" Kodak Commercial Ektar

    By the way, I received an email from one of the biggest sellers of large format lenses on eBay. He was concerned and wanted to know if he had sold the lens to me. Without mentioning his eBay...
  15. Replies
    16
    Views
    10,277

    Questions about 14" Kodak Commercial Ektar

    Brian,

    Thanks for the info. I'm going to call S.K. Grimes in a little while.

    The thing with this lens is that, when using the cable release, the shutter lever on the camera will not return on...
  16. Replies
    15
    Views
    7,255

    Recommendations for backpack for 8x10"

    I would appreciate any recommendations for backpacks for an 8x10" camera. I have a Ansco/Agfa which, I believe, doesn't fold up as compactly as a Dierdorff or Wisner. I would also like it to...
  17. Replies
    16
    Views
    10,277

    Questions about 14" Kodak Commercial Ektar

    More good information. My lens is marked RA so now I know that it was made in 1952.

    Yes, my lens does have filter threads and I was guessing that it was 72mm.

    No problem with the shutter...
  18. Replies
    16
    Views
    10,277

    Questions about 14" Kodak Commercial Ektar

    Thanks for the great information. I was thinking about Grimes make lens caps anyway and I think that is a great idea. I wouldn't think of not having caps for a lens.

    I also like the idea of...
  19. Replies
    16
    Views
    10,277

    Questions about 14" Kodak Commercial Ektar

    I just bought an 8x10" camera that included a 14" Kodak Commercial Ektar in a No. 5 Ilex shutter. The seller said that the shutter worked perfectly, but I have found that that was an exaggeration...
  20. Replies
    8
    Views
    3,725

    Questions about Wisner Traditional 4x5

    It is pronounced whiz-ner. I confirmed that with Ron Wisner himself.

    I have a 4x5" Technical Field - actually, it's the second one that I have had. Despite Ron Wisner's claims of such a high...
  21. Replies
    15
    Views
    4,240

    To Squeegee or not to squeegee

    Don't use squeegee. It's not necessary if you use a wetting agent and it adds the possibility of damaging the film. Just hang it.
  22. Replies
    11
    Views
    11,456

    Plans for building 8x10" enlarger head.

    John,

    Thanks much. I'm going to check that website out right now.

    $10!!!!! I don't know if I can afford that! lol

    Thanks Again, Tom
  23. Replies
    11
    Views
    11,456

    Plans for building 8x10" enlarger head.

    Thanks Mark. I'll check out his website and see what I can find. I appreciate the tip.

    Tom
  24. Replies
    11
    Views
    11,456

    Plans for building 8x10" enlarger head.

    Thanks David. I am familiar with Ansel's horizontal 8x10" enlarger but what I'm thinking about is building an 8x10" head for one of my existing 4x5" enlargers - specifically, a Beseler 45V-XL.
    ...
  25. Replies
    11
    Views
    11,456

    Plans for building 8x10" enlarger head.

    Thanks much guys. The links I received will be very helpful.

    Thanks Again, Tom
  26. Replies
    11
    Views
    11,456

    Plans for building 8x10

    I am thinking of building an 8x10" head for one of my enlargers. Does anyone know where I could find information or plans for building the head? I will probably use it on my Beseler 45V-XL. I...
  27. Replies
    15
    Views
    4,975

    Freezer or Refrigerator for Films?

    I have kept my film in the freezer for over thirty years (not the same film....lol) with no problems. In fact, I just found a 50 sheet box of 4x5" Velvia that I forgot about that had been in the...
  28. Replies
    12
    Views
    7,632

    zone system target?

    I misstated something above that made the method sound worse than it is. You don't need 12 old slides to modify as I said above. You only need eight. As I said, I have three rows of holes with...
  29. Replies
    12
    Views
    7,632

    zone system target?

    Hogarth,

    I know exactly how you feel because I am about to recalibrate using new films and lenses. I use a method that I found in a book called How To Use The Zone System For Fine B&W...
  30. Replies
    19
    Views
    5,169

    Making a Ruled Ground Glass

    Thanks. I'll do that.
  31. Replies
    19
    Views
    5,169

    Making a Ruled Ground Glass

    Jason,

    I realize that this thread is a little old but, like you have already done, I am going to make my own ground glass. I have read the article that you mentioned and when searching for a...
  32. Source for ground glass for 8x10" Agfa/Ansco camera

    Here's the link in case anyone else is interested in this.



    http://www.phototechmag.com/previous-articles/2003/mj-dokas/dokas.html
  33. Source for ground glass for 8x10" Agfa/Ansco camera

    Chauncey,

    Great idea!

    Darn! My kids had two rock tumblers and the abrasives to go with it. When then grew up and, after seeing the stuff just lying around, I tossed it out.

    I just found...
  34. Source for ground glass for 8x10" Agfa/Ansco camera

    Thanks guys. That's a big help.

    Tim... can you suggest a source for the carborundum? I assume it is in powder or past form (?). Years ago I remember getting grinding pastes for lapping...
  35. Source for ground glass for 8x10" Agfa/Ansco camera

    Hi all. I just stumbled on this forum and I have a question. I am thinking about buying and 8x10" Ansco/Agfa camera but the ground glass has a big chunk out of it. Can anyone tell me where I can...
  36. Replies
    8
    Views
    3,831

    Will a Ries J-100 hold an aluminum C-1?

    The simple answer is yes. I have a J100 and have done exactly that with no problems at all. But I would recommend that you also use a Ries tripod head. They are as solid as a rock.
  37. Getting started (again) in B&W processing

    Some one above said "...50 developments"!!!!?????? I could calibrate with precision for every film/developer combination I have with that many tests. I tray develop, but I can offer one...
  38. Replies
    2
    Views
    3,649

    Eskofot process lenses

    I have three modern process lenses (in barrel) that were originally used on a la te model computerized 20x24 copy camera. The lenses are Eskofot 305mm, 210mm, a nd 150mm, all with f/9 maximum...
  39. Replies
    3
    Views
    4,593

    Hardening fixers: pros & cons?

    I always use a hardening fixer for negatives. There's really no reason not to. However, my understanding of hardening fixers is slightly different from that of a previous post. Hardener, if I am...
  40. Replies
    5
    Views
    5,222

    Water Spots on Negative

    I would recommend that you use distilled water not only for your final rinse, but also for your developer. Stop, fix, rinse, hypo-clear, and wash can be done in tap water. The reason that I use...
Results 1 to 40 of 56
Page 1 of 2 1 2