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  1. Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images

    I'm getting some answers. I checked the shutter speed with an Iphone app with an optical adapter. 1/25 on the ilex lens was actually 1/5 and the compur shutter 1/9 second. A scenario ripe for over...
  2. Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images

    Thanks. This will give me a place to start over again. This is information I am looking for.
  3. Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images

    I'll check the shutter and verify. I am going to do some more experimenting at different film speed "ratings" and compare against "sunny 16" Just checked my notes exposure was f/16 at 1/25 second. ...
  4. Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images

    I believe the film is green. Here's a scan of one of the negatives.226227

    Photo of film hanging from drying: 226228

    Photo of film with back light: 226229

    Again first time using this...
  5. Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images

    Hello: I've kind of been lurking on this thread. I'm a first-time user of Fujifilm HR-U which also is my first time in 8x10 and tray developing. From previous reading elsewhere, I rated the film...
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    Going down the 8x10 rabbit hole

    I've had this Agfa Ansco 8x10 "kit" for a while and now I'm committed to getting it ready. I have the hide glue so I'm ready to reassemble the camera. 218609
    It will be scanning or contact...
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    Re: Tiny Format Portraits

    At the Battle of Selma Civil War battle reenactment. Zeiss Ikon Nettar 6x6 folding camera (zone focus) 215808215809
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    Re: Camper Van Suggestions in 2021

    I have a travel trailer towed by a pickup. My parents had an RV (commercial Ford Chassis?) that my brother borrowed and had a front bearing seize on the spindle in the middle of Nebraska. that...
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    Re: Images of mistakes - good or bad..

    this occurred during development with negatives stuck together.
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    Re: Images of mistakes - good or bad..

    Negative bowed in Yankee tank against another negative. What could have been because the rest of the negative looks good to me.

    I dragged my Horseman HF in addition to my <ahem, digital gear> to...
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    Re: Lets See Your Darkroom

    Finally in business.

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  12. Thread: Trail cart

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    Re: Trail cart

    This may work. It can go where wheels can't.


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    Re: Hi everyone - found Graflex

    https://www.graflex.org/

    enjoy. Lots of information in the main site and the forum.
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    Re: Lets See Your Darkroom

    A window unit is something else I've considered, but good old electric resistive heat costs can add up rather quickly and window units can be quite noisy. If we had gas service, then I'd be set as I...
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    Re: Lets See Your Darkroom

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    Mine's under development. (pun somewhat intended) It's in a detached building with water and power.

    I got the space approved by the facilities manager and some funding approved by...
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    Re: The beginnings of the COVID darkroom.

    Your darkroom is looking good and is providing inspiration.

    I'm planning a darkroom in an outbuilding that has power and water that the facilities manager has allowed with a limited budget from...
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    Re: Effective Drypacks

    Could you store the smaller, more sensitive components in a conditioned space? Thanks for the reminder. I have a couple of enlargers in an unconditioned room destined to become conditioned and...
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    Re: My New Darkrrom

    Looks really nice. I think I may need to make a plywood sink because I haven't been able to locate anything near me. Any secrets that will keep me from making a mistake?
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    Re: Trip to Huntsville AL

    I participated in a workshop put on by John in the spring nearly two years ago at the Little River Canyon and Little River Falls in DeKalb County. It's a beautiful area and I learned from the...
  20. Re: Which lenses fold up into your field camera? Linhof Tecnika, Horseman, etc. quest

    On my Horseman HF, i have a 135 mm on a no. 0 shutter that folds up. A old 90 mm (f 6.8?) Wollensak lens also folds up. Nothing on a #1 shutter will fold up. Only the smallest lenses.
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    Re: Recommendations for shipping flash equipment

    Just put into a water tight container and toss it into the Mississippi River. It'll eventually make it there. :rolleyes: ;)
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    Re: Canon Pixma Pro-10 -- Repair or replace

    With the print head over 40% of the cost of a new printer, I'd go with the new printer. The Pixma Pro 10 uses pigment ink which I understand is more prone to clogging than dye based inks with...
  23. Thread: Changing bag

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    Re: Changing bag

    I need to remember this! Now I need a bigger bag.
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    Re: AC, Venting, ideas for a Darkroom Shed?

    I've installed a mini-split heat pump system in an upstairs addition that was previously serviced by a window type air conditioner. Most conventional air conditioners cycle on and off at full...
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    Re: Horseman 45HF question

    I have an old Wollensak (optar?) 90mm f/6.8 that folds up nicely in my HF as well as a Steinheil 135mm in a compur shutter which folds up nicely inside.

    For portrait orientation, as mentioned,...
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    Re: how old are we?

    Born anno Domini 1960 which makes me 59 later this year
  27. Re: Is this Fungus? If so: How to disinfect and remove fungus from a filter?

    Typical seller disclaimer: "...should not affect image quality"
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    Re: Hi. New Here. Have a lens problem

    I had an Ilex 12" in a #4 shutter that had jammed threads. It appeared that I had galling between the lens cell threads and the shutter threads. I'm not sure of the material of the two components,...
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    Re: Tripod for 8x10 newbie

    Just be careful when you release the lock on the vertical shaft and keep your head back from it when doing so. It has enough punch to knock out a heavyweight fighter.
  30. Re: PLEASE HELP ---------- NEWBIE ----- 8x10 coming out Black in tray developing Rodi

    Film is sensitive to red light and you're exposing the film while developing it. It must be developed in total darkness. Safelight is for paper which is not sensitive to red light. At least you...
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    Re: Yet another 3D printed camera

    If Fisher Price made a view camera, this would be it.
  32. Re: What material are non-netallic shutter blades made of?

    This is encouraging. I need a blade for a #4 ilex shutter and you've provided a solution. I'll need to give it a shot.
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    Re: RB Auto Graflex identification question

    can the seller measure the opening where the opening where the film holder goes. That'll give a good idea of the format the camera handles.
  34. Re: Aero Ektar 12 inches f/2.5 with shutter on 8x10

    Yes! This is a great, innovative project.
  35. Re: Where to start? Is it too late to start? Beginner seeking advice.

    I started with 4x5 and now have a lightweight Horseman field camera. I just got an 8x10 that needs some work. My opinion is to start out with 4x5 and when you get comfortable and want to go to 8x10...
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    Re: Glue to re-seat dry wood joinery in LF frame?

    It appears all the glue joints on the rear base are loose so all previously glued surfaces will be accessible for cleaning.
    I'll be disassembling, cleaning, gluing and reassembling anyway. No...
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    Re: 1940's WWII Navy Darkroom Restoration

    Michael, it's folks like you taking your expertise to these historic sites to accomplish projects like you've involved yourself in. Your efforts will help people see what some aspects of ship's life...
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    Re: Glue to re-seat dry wood joinery in LF frame?

    Thanks for the info. Well I'm off to order some hide glue granules. What preparation do I need to do on the loose joints to get a solid joint? I kind of assume that additional heated hide glue...
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    Re: Glue to re-seat dry wood joinery in LF frame?

    This is a great thread concerning hide glue as I need to secure a few joints of an Agfa Ansco 8x10 also. Is there a way the existing glue in the joint to re-secure the joint by heating or by...
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    Re: Hello from smalltown Southern Georgia

    I'm a little ahead of schedule. 8x10 coming soon.
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