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    Re: Post Your Smaller Format Trees!

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    Rialto Beach.
    Nikon D700 & 105mm F2.5 AIS
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    Re: Need Help Choosing a Chamonix 4x5

    Here is a list from one of our members, that he posted on another site. This is appx 2yrs old. Enjoy the homework:D.

    Linhof: Linhof Precision Cameras made in Munich | Linhof

    Chamonix:...
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    Re: Need Help Choosing a Chamonix 4x5

    For starters, Linhof, Deardorff, Ebony + Lotus...probably more expensive (?) Wisner, Shen-Hao, Nagaoka, Ikeda, Tachihara, Osaka, Horseman, Omega, Toyo, Wista, Canham, Zone VI, Calumet & Interpid. ...
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    Re: Northern Lights in Alta, Norway

    The 'lights tend to move and change strength. I looked up my metadata on my better digital shots (for reference), that I took in Alaska and the settings vary from ISO 1000, 1250 to 3200....all at...
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    Re: Availability of 5x7 film

    I got some Adox 100 (5x7) in my refridge, but haven't really used it yet. It suppose to be quite good.
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    Re: Danube River and Lake Constance

    One day in Vienna ? That's extremely short! It took me and my girlfriend whole day just to check out the Belvedere. Lots of original paintings from Schiele or Klimt there. Wow, Schoenbrunn (park)...
  7. Re: A Mess in Yosemite right now--a cautionary

    https://www.sfgate.com/california-parks/article/yosemite-crowds-descend-with-no-reservation-system-18175130.php?IPID=SFGate-HP-CP-Spotlight

    Not much is surprising here and perhaps they bring the...
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    Re: safe haven for tiny formats

    Kinda misty and atmospheric. Really nice!!! Oh, and a spec on my computer nearly showed as an "eagle" floating at the brightest spot of your image. Yah, illusions delusions. Thanks for sharing.
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    Re: De Smidt Dedustinator 15

    Hey Peter, have you looked into these type ?
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    I'm not remodeling, but am sanding mud in the workshop (no fun) and using commercial dust collector, which I rented. I try to take my time and...
  10. Re: LF film purchasing and processing in Prague / Tallinn, Estonia

    Not sure what you'll find, but macodirect.de could be the ticket.....they may be able to get the film to you. I dialed them in and they offer Ilford & Kodak....I was hoping to see Adox too (in 4x5)....
  11. Thread: new timer

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    Re: new timer

    Some time ago I notice this was available. JP, pls do let us know how this works out.
  12. Re: Drilling holes for flange screws in wood - suggestions

    I would never trust shallow-sunk wood screws in a thin board over time...no matter what the lens.[/QUOTE]

    On one hand I'd agree with you, John. But, one can still support the lens with a "lens...
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    Re: Floorplan or design for a darkroom

    If you are removing (any) posts/walls, etc. make sure they are not a supporting bearing walls/posts that support structure....all the way to the roof. Design wise, make it's flexible for...
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    Re: Greetings from Poland

    Dzień dobry. Witam.
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    Re: vancouver island

    Not sure you know, but you can ferry from Tsewassen to Nanaimo (or near) as well. The island is not really massive (appx 260 miles in length), but there are lots to do. Telegraph Cove had great...
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    Re: Balloon Photography

    One can spot one in Oct in ABQ without going to Graceland.
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    Re: Balloon Photography

    Saw *Elvis* few years ago over ABQ. Ha ha ha, never seen him in Vegas (Hilton) when he was performing & I was there next door at Nellis. Don't mean to derail anything, but those days one could rent...
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    Re: Greetings from Pittsburgh

    Welcome to the forum. Used to live in tuna fish Altoona where I shot lots of stuff for the school and the Yearbook. Need to revisit the place (one day) before I'm old and grey....ooops, I'm almost...
  19. Re: Thinking of getting a 4x5 enlarger - thoughts vs scanning

    Just spotted (listing) Omega DII not far from here for $300 (CDN).....but traveling across the country for it makes no sense.

    **Disclaimer**....have no connection with the sale of this unit.
  20. Re: snubby screwdriver made for tripod plate screws?

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    Couple of ideas from over the counter....both are likely imported. Personally, I'd find some dilapidated 50yr old rusty thing and grind it down to the size.

    Additionally (more...
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    Re: Lunchtime July, 1942

    I guess I'm not that good at trivia. Somehow I was picturing guys sitting on a metal beam (construction) way above NYC.
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    Re: A rare photographer you may wish to know

    Really like the quality of light in some his images.
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    Re: Need Sound Tripod Advice

    Andrew, I have doubts that you can get around the cost. Top carbon-fiber tripods are Gitzo, ProMedia and RRS and neither of them are cheap. Forgot about Foba....and wouldn't mind seeing how this...
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    Re: The "Art" School is Dead

    Different schools had similar approaches. Look at Brooks, they sold youngins on various delusions, such as they could work for Life Magazine...when they graduate. Perhaps, but that was back in the...
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    Re: Need box/tent to load 4x5 film

    Well, carbon tubes could be great and slightly lighter, but one can get some wooden dowels and with corner blocks....create the frame. There are myriad ways to complicate this, but that's up to a...
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    Re: Need box/tent to load 4x5 film

    I'm looking at this with a potential fix, John. Found these triangular corner fittings and lightweight replacement tent poles (fiberglass) 7.5-8mm may do the job.....or some trimming/fitting may be...
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    Re: Need box/tent to load 4x5 film

    https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/172915-REG/Harrison_1004_Film_Changing_Bag_Large.html)

    I was looking for something similar to what I had (large bag)..... it's made quite well....v. nice &...
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    Re: New Mexico?

    I've bounced around all over SW on several occasions and my time in NM always have been v. positive. I tend to stay away from LA-ised Santa Fe and other slick spots. Safety has never been an issue,...
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    Re: Banff and Jasper in mid Sept. 2022

    I'm currently at Icefields. Not as many people as I thought. Ha, it may have to do with NPS shut down most of the campgrounds at Jasper NP as of of Sept 5th...take a pick between no power and...
  30. Re: Visiting Olympic, Mt Rainier and North Cascade NPs

    Just drove over Cascades (Rte 20) and really liked the turquoise water of Diablo Lake. No rain to be seen, but after mid Sept that may change....and it's relevant to all 3 places. Mt Rainy can be...
  31. Re: Half Century Old Brown Plastic Bottles Still OK?

    When I started to deal with chemistry (photo) I went to my local pharmacy and those days they were friendly too. They kept those brown bottles till I picked them up. Wish I had those today....I'll...
  32. Re: My New Tripod: Gitzo vs Leica Surveyor vs Ries

    Although I have a nice Feisol CF, I'd go (today) with a ProMediaGear, since it's stout and offers 75mm video bowl. If I was to shoot LF only , I'd more than likely choose Ries. But, that's just moi.
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    Re: New member from Italy

    Welcome to LF forum.
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    Re: Treatment of Ektachrome E100 ?

    Bernice, good idea (Plan B), but there is scarcity of 8x10 in E100 as well and B&H doesn't even carry it. Freestyle has it, but there is no one nearby (horse/buggy area) who could chop this down to...
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    Re: Treatment of Ektachrome E100 ?

    Upon your and Bernice's suggestion (thanks), I contacted him yesterday about E100 and a full order (months) is required. I also got an email from Freestyle echoing the requirement. Yep, there is...
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    Re: Treatment of Ektachrome E100 ?

    Thanks all for the input. Patrick, that blog helped clarify some things. Despite effort, the 5x7 (E100) is rather illusive even after calling various film places all over the country. Don't think...
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    Re: Treatment of Ektachrome E100 ?

    Thanks. I might have to just use 'box speed'.....or maybe use ASA 80.
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    Treatment of Ektachrome E100 ?

    Is anyone using E100 regularly ? I would like to use 5x7 (start batch) and am not sure if I need any compensating filters ? Sure, it's a daylight emulsion, but does it need a kick outside of Pola...
  39. Re: What is your digital camera “scanning” setup?

    Thanks, Peter.
  40. Thread: ULF Dolly

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    Re: ULF Dolly

    No true way of knowing, but aren't items made in China and then assembled by Manfrotto in Italy in the same configuration ? Except they don't relent the 'competitive price'. Indeed, global economy...
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