unusual item--cable release--length

[Raymond Bleesz]

I am seeking an unusual item---------a traditional cable release, not bulb, which may be 8 to 15 feet long-------------Has anyone seen such a beast, used such a beast or have suggestions when one could find such an item.

Thank you for your thoughts--Raymond

[Steve Hamley]

Raymond,

I've never seen one or heard of a conventional cable release that long, although they may exist. I'd think friction would be a problem. What's wrong with an air bulb-activated release that works with a conventional shutter? deGroff make them.

Alternatively, you might consider a shutter timer - but I'm not sure of your intended use.

Steve

[Bob Salomon]

Prontor used to make them. They were the heavy duty spiral steel type. They were very expensive and have been out of production for several years.

[frank ferreira]

i just bought a twenty foot cable release from dagor 77 on ebay. it works great except it will not handle a tight bend...then it binds but you just set up with no tight bends. they are out there. frank ferreira