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    Shutter cable release extension...

    Hi guys,

    I'm looking for cable release extension and all I can find is GEPE for 18 USD. Outrageous price. I need like 10 of them. You make the math!!! Is there enything cheaper?

    THX.
    Peter Hruby
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    Re: Shutter cable release extension...

    Quote Originally Posted by SAShruby View Post
    Hi guys,

    I'm looking for cable release extension and all I can find is GEPE for 18 USD. Outrageous price. I need like 10 of them. You make the math!!! Is there enything cheaper?

    THX.
    http://www.badgergraphic.com/store/c..._detail&p=1832

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    Re: Shutter cable release extension...

    Quote Originally Posted by Ron Marshall View Post
    That is not the same thing. Look at the nipple length. This one is several times as long as the Gepe one. Therefore it would not fit the same recessed boards as the Gepe one.

    And why do you need ten 3.25" Wide ANGLE CABLE RELEASE Extensions? Can't you just buy some longer cable releases?

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    Re: Shutter cable release extension...

    Quote Originally Posted by Bob Salomon - HP Marketing View Post
    That is not the same thing. Look at the nipple length. This one is several times as long as the Gepe one. Therefore it would not fit the same recessed boards as the Gepe one.

    And why do you need ten 3.25" Wide ANGLE CABLE RELEASE Extensions? Can't you just buy some longer cable releases?
    You see, I have long cable releases. What works for me, especially for packing into backapack, is to have those extentions permamently attached, so I can conveniently use one long cable release.
    Peter Hruby
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    Re: Shutter cable release extension...

    Quote Originally Posted by Ron Marshall View Post
    This is what I use on a Cambo recessed board (Copal 0 shutter). It works quite well. I leave it attached permanently and it sticks out far enough to conveniently attach a cable release when I'm ready to shoot. When I pack up the lens I push the extension into the recessed board. This is a better price than I paid on ebay.

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    Re: Shutter cable release extension...

    Quote Originally Posted by Ron Marshall View Post
    Not bad...How long is it Ron?
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    Re: Shutter cable release extension...

    Ron's not here right now, but I can answer. About 4 inches long.

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    Re: Shutter cable release extension...

    Quote Originally Posted by Bob Salomon - HP Marketing View Post
    That is not the same thing. Look at the nipple length. This one is several times as long as the Gepe one. Therefore it would not fit the same recessed boards as the Gepe one.
    And some cables with short nipples (seemingly flexible) have solid inserts under the cover to protect the "rod" at the tip. Those didn't fit in the Linhof recessed board as it has so little space around the shutter.

    I think it's OK with larger and/or flat boards.

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    Re: Shutter cable release extension...

    Quote Originally Posted by BrianShaw View Post
    Ron's not here right now, but I can answer. About 4 inches long.
    Thanks Brian. I'm gonna wait if other's might have another retail source and if not I'll go for it.
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    Re: Shutter cable release extension...

    Before you jump in Peter, take a look at both kinds and compare the tips that attach to the shutter. The Gepe has an extremely short tip that will flex much more than the one from Badger. If you are using a recessed board, be sure you've got the needed space or you are no better off than with a regular cable release.

    I've got both ktypes and always opt for the Gepe with a recessed board.

    It's a long shot, but back in the 60's and 70's Calumet made a full release with a flex tip like the Gepe. You could fit it in and use it into the tightest recessed boards with easy function. Maybe somebody has some of those on the auction site or in a drawer somewhere.

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