OK, I'll start! We can move it to a new thread if you like. One thing I'd write about if anyone cares is the arcania of how a flash unit and shutter-solenoid system actually work. Most people handing...
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OK, I'll start! We can move it to a new thread if you like. One thing I'd write about if anyone cares is the arcania of how a flash unit and shutter-solenoid system actually work. Most people handing...
To the sticky shutter on the other lens: Leaf shutters aren't rocket science to clean. I good soak of the actual shutter mechanism in lighter fluid has been the go-to field repair for decades. I've...
In Maine right now outside I think that would be a perfect setup!
As you write, one of the nice things about a Speedy is that you can plug on just about any lens you find. It's a fun hobby.
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Thanks for the welcome guys!
Markus, I took the advice of Marty Forscher in NYC (who prepped my working cameras for the trip, which were the old style Canon F1's), and just cleaned all of the...
Been shooting with 4x5 Speed and Crown Graphics and my old trusty Graphic View view cameras for going on 40 years. Shoot the baby Graphics and Hasselblads too, but those are outside of the portfolio...
1: Use slow film, in a dark area. Open the shutter (bulb), hand-fire the flash, and then close the shutter... That's the old way. The shutter won't be open long enough to be a problem if you're using...
Yup. This is for holding the accessory bellows lens shade. It's "not that strong" as it's just tapped into the aluminum casting. Boy,,, as these aren't really a field camera I can't imagine not being...
Many people use the term "Speed Graphic" as a generic one for a Graflex press camera, so... let's assume that you've not yet decided on a Crown or Speed. Difference? Focal plane shutter (Speed)...