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I realize that this thread is VERY old but I thought I would mention something for the benefit of anyone reading it in the future.

I am surprised by the responses that recommended doing a fog test...

I realize that this thread is old but I thought I would add my two cents worth for anyone reading this in the future because I have four of the devices mentioned here. Some of the things I will...

It looks like a nicely made and well-designed camera. But I'm surprised that you didn't 't know if you have enough bellows draw for your lenses. Did you check the specs before buying it? I did a...

Well said!

Funny, I have been developing film for over forty years and I don't remember hearing of anyone fixing film twice. It is completely unnecessary. Now, with fiber base paper, two fixes is the...

I realize that it's too late, but for future reference, if you mix it to too high of a concentration, there's no need to "trash" it. Just dilute it util it is the correct concentration.

As anyone who has searched for this topic knows, there are a lot of us that have been hurt by Kodak's decision to discontinue the 5L E6 kit. I suggest that anyone reading this contact Kodak and urge...

I realize that this thread is old but I came across it and decided to add my comments for the possible benefit of someone who may read it in the future. I was surprised to see so much concern and...

What's going on with Calumet? I was a Calumet customer for many years and, although their prices weren't always the best, their customer service was outstanding. Also, their main location was not...

I have used a Gralab for many years with no fogging. My Graylab is about three feet from the developer tray on a shelf above my sink. However, I am using a newer Gralab timer now (the type made of...

Here is a picture of my 8x10" Agfa/Ansco camera. I thought I could edit my previous post and add this but I don't see that option.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a228/zoneIII/Picture_001.jpg

I realize that this thread is old but I still want to put my 2-cents worth in for the benefit of anyone searching for info on this topic. I have an 8x10" Ansco/Agfa camera and i like it very much....

I just stumbled upon this thread and I have to put my own two cents in here. I find it odd that many here are apparently angry with Dan Smith when they should be thanking him. I wish I had known...

I had a slightly different experience with Richard. The spring in the battery well that presses against the battery in my Zone VI modified Pentax spot meter broke free and I had Richard fix it. I...

I'm not sure why you would want to remove the cog. I just got an 810 Expert drum and was experimenting with it on a Unicolor roller base (until I get a Jobo processor - I will use it to process E6...

I know that this thread is old but, for the benefit of anyone who reads it in the future:

Michael Kadillac wrote:

"The lids come off of the unit with pressure from a foot pump applied to the...

"While I have used a JOBO CPP2 for the last five years (and will probably continue to do so), I find myself tray developing my films more often the last year as it provides me a faster and more...

This is for anyone who has a meter, especially and obsolete Minolta Meter that they need to have repaired. I contacted Quality Light Metric as suggested above and the service I received was...

I just happened to see this thread when I was looking for something else but it really caught my interest. Are you saying that Fuji Velvia 50 is coming back in sheet film sizes? If so, is it...

Hey guys! Thanks much for the tip about Quality Light Metric. I called them and they said it's no problem. They apparently do a lot of repairs on this meter and, in fact, the guy said it is one of...

JW... I think you meant to say, "If consistency ISN'T off." The meter does seem to be consistent. The POT will not compensate that much but that isn't a problem because I can simply rate the film...

I do happen to have a Beseler roller that switches rotation direction. I used to do color prints in drums. I would be a little concerned about not keeping the drums in a bath, though, at least with...

Does anyone know where I could get my Minolta Flashmeter IV repaired? I sent it in to International Camera in Chicago when they said they should be able to do it but they called back saying they...

Rory... Thanks much for the info. BTW, that is a beautiful shot!

I do have drums. In fact, I have so many drums that I have to get rid of them because I never use them. The problem is that...

12 sheets at one time in trays is excessive. 24 sheets really is insane. LOL In fact, I have never heard of anyone even suggest such an amount before. What's the big hurry? Processing in two...

Many years ago I did some E6 processing just to try it but I have always sent out my E6 work to labs. That was not problem when I had a lab right down the street. I could drop it off and pick it up...

BTW, I should mention that I am an incurable do-it-yourselfer myself. I never hesitate to build something myself but only when I can save a lot of money and end up with something as good or better...

I shouldn't say this because I don't like it when people don't answer my question as asked, but I am curious as to why you want to go to all the trouble of building a horizontal enlarger in the first...

You've received some good information here and I will just add how I do it. I prefer to process in trays and I agree with everyone here who says to only process 4-6 sheets at a time. In fact, you...

Like everything else, you will find people who don't like something. Unfortunately, I suspect that some of those people never even tried the things they criticize. They may have read something...

Go with a Ries double-tilt head. Nothing compares. Forget ball heads for large format. The very idea is silly and reveals a lack of understanding of what is needed. Use the proper tool for the...

A J-series will handle the load fine but I would still recommend an A series for 8x10". I have a J series for my 4x5" and an A series for my 8x10". However, if I could only have one tripod, the J...

Forget the Gitzo and the Berlebach. Get a Ries and you will never regret it. Gitzos are for kids. I have found that almost everyone who recommends a Gitzo over a Ries never actually owned a...

Forget the Gitzo. Get a Ries and you will never regret it. Gitzos are for kids.

Someone mentioned that you should be sure to get a ball head for a Ries tripod. I hope that was meant as a joke. If not, that person clearly doesn't shoot large format nor have they ever used a...

I wish I could share in the enthusiasm expressed here about Richard Ritter and his work but I can't. I sent a Zone VI modified spot meter to him for calibration and I am not very happy about ihis...