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    Why are so many labs incompetent?

    I've had my own bad luck with so called pro labs. Bought myself a Jobo processor on Ebay and never looked back. Doing it yourself is fun,easy,and if you screw it up, you learn something about ...
  2. Reliable Large Format Film/Darkroom Materials Suppliers

    I must have been very lucky because in all the years I' ve dealt with B&H, I've never had a single problem. I order my stuff on the web and Fed Ex usually has it in my hands in two days. I've had...
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    Polariod 545i and Readyloads

    I've had some trouble using the Readyload backs. I've never had any trouble using Readyloads or Quickloads in my Polariod back.
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    Sinar Copal Shutter

    Make sure that your Sinar shutter isn't bent and that the groove it slides into is clean. It should slide in very easily. Never force anything on a Sinar... IT WILL BREAK!!!. I love my Sinar and...
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    JOBO CPE-2 / CPA-2 / CPP-2

    Hi Mark , I'm very serious. I can process my film, do some laundry, play a few licks on one of my basses,or play with my one year old baby while processing 4x5 E6. What else can you do while...
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    JOBO CPE-2 / CPA-2 / CPP-2

    There is no simpler and consistent way to process film and paper than the Jobo systems.I got mine on Ebay and I love it.IF you are only doing a few negatives at a time then the CPE2 Plus with lift...
  7. Which filter system? (Lee, Cokin P, Cokin XL, etc)

    I use the Lee Filter system, with Lee filters and Sinar filters, when I'm forced to use a filter. They are the best!
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    JOBO CPE-2 Plus for 4X5

    Hi Larry, I use the Jobo CPE 2 Plus for all of my film and paper processing with excellent results. 35 mm to 4x5 without a glitch. Even processing Ektachrome is a snap.I use Kodak and Tetenal...
  9. Thread: Lens Shade

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    Lens Shade

    Lee Filter system is the way to go.
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    How does Beselar PM2a work ?

    I just received a used Pma2 without a manual. When turned on the needle jumps al l the way to the right and back left where it stays. It doesn't matter if using it in probe or panel mode, or with...
  11. Thread: Colorhead Help

    by werps
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    Colorhead Help

    HI All, I use a Graflarger with an Aristo cold light for B/W printing. I would like to print 4x5 Ektachromes, but according to Kodak one may only use tungsten based light heads with their color...
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    Grafmatic Film Back

    The grafmatic back is a wonderful machine. Just be very careful with your cleaning and storage. My backs are alway carefully cleaned before and after use and stored in Zip Lock bags. I know you...
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    Will Beseler color analyzers work for BW

    Hi, Does anyone know if the Beseler color analyzers will work for black and white?
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    filter holder/s for large format lenses

    The Lee filter system is excellent!
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    Best paper for Graflarger Aristo Cold light

    Hi I just purchased a graflarger back. it has an Arito cold light as it's light source. What would be an appropriate print paper type to use? I'm concerned tha t there might be contrast and...
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    Exercises for begginers?

    You don't mention a light meter. I'm assuming you have one,but if you don't,you'll need a meter in order to figure out correct exposure. Without a meter you'll be wasting both time and money. Wil
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    Nikkor Process lens

    Thanks, you Guys are wonderful. How would you compare a Nikkor process lens to a G Claron? I plan to use this lens on the Sinar so size isn't a problem.Doug ,I see you haven't been to Starbucks! ...
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    Nikkor Process lens

    I'm looking at a Nikkor 260mm process lens. I need high definition for closeup w ork, but also want good performance at infinity.Is this the right choice, and if not can someone suggest better...
  19. Thread: Tripod failure

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    Tripod failure

    Don't mean to be rude, but what is the life expectancy of a heavier tripod? Anyone have an answer?
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