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  1. Re: ReallyBigCameras.com has disappeared from the web

    Leigh,

    I received an email from my registrar/hosting service this morning that the CC they had on file for my automatic renewal had expired. I went to their web site and updated my CC info with...
  2. Re: ReallyBigCameras.com has disappeared from the web

    Peter,

    Thanks for the confirmation.

    Kerry Thalmann
    Really Big Cameras
    http://reallybigcameras.com
  3. Re: ReallyBigCameras.com has disappeared from the web

    Jim,

    Good to know. Thanks for checking.

    Kerry Thalmann
    Really Big Cameras
    http://reallybigcameras.com
  4. Re: ReallyBigCameras.com has disappeared from the web

    Frank,

    As I am still in business, I'd be happy to handle any warranty issues. If I ever go out of business (not that I plan to), all the products I carry come with 3-year manufacturer's...
  5. Re: ReallyBigCameras.com has disappeared from the web

    Have no fear. Really Big Cameras is alive and well. The domanin and hosting were set to auto renew, but the credit card set up for payment expired at the end of January. I got an email from my...
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    Re: My first carbon fiber tripod

    Kent,

    The twist lock collars on the original Feisol tripods were indeed plastic. They introduced metal twist lock collars for the Traveler and Tournament Class models. In March 2008, the...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    Bill,

    Sorry, they aren't listed on my site, but I have the following in stock:

    24x30cm nominal (25x31cm = 9.8" x 12.2" actual) - $219.00 + shipping
    30x40cm nominal (31x41cm = 12.2" x 16.1"...
  8. Re: lightest most compact 4x5 rail view camera

    The only place I know to buy them is directly from Keith Canham. His phone number is: 480-250-3990.

    Kerry
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    Re: Fuji C 300 versions

    The Fujinon C series was introduce in 1982 and has always been multicoated. There is no such thing as a single coated Fujinon C.

    Ironically, there was an earlier single coated version of the...
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    Re: New Harman Titan 4x5 pinhole camera

    The rear elements of the 110mm Super Symmar XL and most 150mm lenses are quite small. Picture this ultralight body with something like a 150mm G Glaron mounted on it. Adjusting the FFL could be...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    It appears there may be some interest in top quality contact printing frames for the 20x24 format. Argentum doesn't currently offer this size, but if there is sufficient interest, I'm sure they'd be...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    Just thought I'd post a brief update on the status of these beautifully made Argentum contact printing frames.

    Argentum has redesigned their web site. The PDF file for their contact printing...
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    Re: First Tripod Advice

    No. It's a convenience feature that makes it faster and easier to set-up and collapse the tripod legs. You can read more on the advantages of RAL Anti-Rotation Legs here.

    Kerry Thalmann
    Really...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    I just received a shipment today, and now have the Argentum contact printing frames in stock in the banquet sizes. The actual image areas are:

    25x56cm (9.8" x 22") for 7x17 and 8x20
    36x56cm...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    William,

    No problem. I assumed your comments were made with tongue in cheek.

    And, I am happy to report that one customer has confirmed that the Argentum contact printing frames do indeed work...
  16. Re: New Photo Clam Ballhead Models from Really Big Cameras

    Correction - That should be:

    This brings the total to eight different sizes of ballheads in the Photo Clam line-up - from 30mm to 74mm ball diameter.

    Kerry Thalmann
    Really Big Cameras
  17. New Photo Clam Ballhead Models from Really Big Cameras

    Photo Clam has recently introduced two ballhead models. These are the PC-30N, their smallest model (great for travel or backpacking) :


    http://reallybigcameras.com/PhotoClam/PC-30N_Colors.jpg...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    William,

    It took me a while to understand what you meant by your comment. I assume you are referring to this statement from the Argentum PDF:

    "Argentum contact printing frames ensure adequate...
  19. Re: Gitzo Basalt for wood field camera ?

    Richard,

    The two models are very similar. The CT-3402 is a little smaller (shorter extended height, shorter folded length, lighter weight). The differences aren't huge, but the CT-3402 is a bit...
  20. Re: What 2 lenses would you pick for a 5X7?

    I tend to favor lenses from moderately wide to slightly long (i.e. 110mm - 210mm on 4x5). So, for 5x7, my favorite two lens combination is a 150mm and a 300mm.

    In the 150mm focal length, my...
  21. Re: Best Used 4X5 Field Camera body for $1,000?

    I would also be happy to answer any questions about Chamonix Cameras - either here in the forum, through PM, or through email at: sales@reallybigcameras.com

    Kerry Thalmann
    Really Big Cameras
  22. Re: Best Used 4X5 Field Camera body for $1,000?

    The convertible model permits positioning the back in either horizontal (landscape) or vertical (portrait) orientation. The horizontal only model, is just that. The back is fixed in the horizontal...
  23. Chamonix Cameras in Stock at Really Big Cameras!

    Before I post these on my web site for the general public, I wanted to let members of the Large Format Forum know that Really Big Cameras has a limited number of Chamonix Cameras in stock and...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    Really Big Cameras has placed our first order with Argentum for the contact printing frames discussed in this thread. The shipment is expected to arrive in about two weeks and will include a limited...
  25. Re: Looking for a new camera: Shen-Hao vs Chamonix

    Gregory,

    Yes, no problems with the Horseman roll film backs, including the 6x12, on the Chamonix 4x5.

    Kerry Thalmann
    Really Big Cameras
  26. Re: Looking for a new camera: Shen-Hao vs Chamonix

    While I understand the theory behind your aversion to wooden cameras, as someone who lives in a wet climate (Oregon, it rains a LOT here), in practice I have never had a problem with a wooden camera...
  27. Re: Looking for a new camera: Shen-Hao vs Chamonix

    [QUOTE=walter23;450615]Yes, with a 90mm lens you will need a bag bellows for any real movement. This isn't a bad thing - I consider it a good thing (other cameras may give slightly more movement...
  28. Re: Be careful with your Chamonix lens board locking tabs

    Vinny,

    I'll send you a PM.

    Kerry Thalmann
    Really Big Cameras
  29. Re: Be careful with your Chamonix lens board locking tabs

    Unfortunately (and ironically), the inexpensive Chinese-made Technika style lensboards available on eBay are too think to fit the Chamonix cameras. Like genuine Linhof (and Wista) boards, they also...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    I have confirmed with the manufacturer that the 7x17/8x20 and 12x20 contact printing frames will have three springs and a three-piece back (with two hinges). This will permit making two smaller...
  31. Re: 5x7 camera, new to LF, advice please for lenses

    Robert,

    You've already gotten quite a few responses about the camera, so I'll provide a little info about some of the lenses.

    Based on the serial number, the Weitwinkel (Wide Angle) Aplanat was...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    I now have pricing information on the Argentum Contact Printing Frames:

    24x30cm - $219.00
    30x40cm - $249.00
    40x50cm - $299.00

    Banquet sizes:

    24x55cm for 7x17 and 8x20 - $249.00
    35x55cm...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    Kerick,

    Thanks for the input. It looks like the frames will be 2" - 4" bigger in each dimension than the negative size - depending on the format.

    I don't want them to get too bag, as it adds...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    Soon. Probably in about 2 - 4 weeks in the standard sizes (24x30cm, 30x40cm and 40x50cm). The manufacturer, Argentum, has agreed to make a 25x56cm size for 7x17 and 8x20, and is also interested in...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    Vaughn,

    The image area of the 30x40cm frame is actually 31x41cm (12.2" x 16.1"). So, it should handle the quarter sheet (11x15) papers nicely.

    I also agree that there probably isn't a big need...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    Dave,

    I'm going to ask the manufacturer to make a contact printing frame for the 7x17 and 8x20 formats. The nominal size would be 24x55cm. The actual image area for these frames is bigger by 1cm...
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    Re: Contact Printing Frames

    It does appear there may be a market, no doubt a small one, but a market none-the-less, for contact printing frames in the banquet sizes. Or, at least a frame capable of handling 7x17 and 8x20...
  38. Re: Now Available: The Feisol CT-3441S in Colors

    http://reallybigcameras.com/Feisol/CT-3441S_Gold.JPG
    http://reallybigcameras.com/Feisol/CT-3441S_Gold_Mainframe.JPG
    http://reallybigcameras.com/Feisol/CT-3441S_Gold_Detail.JPG
  39. Re: Now Available: The Feisol CT-3441S in Colors

    http://reallybigcameras.com/Feisol/CT-3441S_Red.JPG
    http://reallybigcameras.com/Feisol/CT-3441S_Red_Mainframe.JPG
    http://reallybigcameras.com/Feisol/CT-3441S_Red_Detail.JPG
  40. Now Available: The Feisol CT-3441S in Colors

    Now Available Exclusively from Really Big Cameras
    The Feisol CT-3441S Carbon Fiber Tripod with Blue, Red, or Gold Anodized Metalwork.

    Also Back by Popular Demand
    Clear Finished Leg Tubes that...
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