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    Paper tables for Durst Pictograph

    Hi All,
    My enlarger has paper channels and tables. The tables as you can see from the photo below, tell the enlarger how to set the filters. The enlarger came with 5 preprogrammed tables, one of...
  2. Looking for a new cell phone Light meter app

    I switched from iPhone to Android. The app I loved called Viewfinder was able to store all my cameras, lenses, and film types. The viewfinder would display the format of the camera and lens I chose....
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    Re: Canson Baryta Prestige II vs I?

    I know this is an old thread but I wanted to weigh in because I loved the smoother unique surface of version I now it looks like everyone else's semi gloss. I hate it compared to version I.

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    Re: Image Circle How Big do I need?

    Thanks for all the great info everyone!
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    Image Circle How Big do I need?

    Hi All, I’m just starting with 4x5 and am wondering about image circle specs. I have no idea what I need and is it apparent when looking at the viewfinder if the lens is to small in that regard? So...
  6. Re: Can I put a Polaroid viewer on a Graflex Graphic View I?

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  7. Re: Can I put a Polaroid viewer on a Graflex Graphic View I?

    I don't have a Graflok back it's a spring loaded back called a Graphic. I was able to attach to My Graphic back with no modifications at all. See photo



    Thanks Steve, I ended up using a rubber...
  8. Can I put a Polaroid viewer on a Graflex Graphic View I?

    I just purchased a Polaroid reflex viewer to use on my Graflex Graphic View camera. Watching a modification video I discovered it was used with the version 2 with a Graflok back. Does anyone know if...
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    Re: Does anyone use a Lee Filter System on a 4x5?

    That's some sick humor there Jim.
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    Re: Does anyone use a Lee Filter System on a 4x5?

    Hi Mikey,

    You could post one of your shots here if you like. I sure would like to see your results. You have a much larger lens than me and smaller filter size but still am interested. I asked...
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    Does anyone use a Lee Filter System on a 4x5?

    I have an Ektar f7.7 203mm On a Graphic View. The lens is very small diameter, about 33mm o.d., and I’m wondering if graduated filters will work on it. If not how big of a lens will I need, and give...
  12. Can I use my Lee 100 System with a Graghic Veiw fitted with a Kodak Ektar 203mm lens?

    Hi All,

    I have a 4 x 5 Graghic Veiw fitted with a Kodak Ektar 203mm lens. I have only shot it in the studio to check focus. My only other experience with a 4 x 5 was with a Linhof Field camera....
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    Re: Photo of my Dad with a Big Ass Enlarger!

    I may share some more images from the Navy years. I’m wondering which section would be best to post the thread.
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    Re: Photo of my Dad with a Big Ass Enlarger!

    Thank you!
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    Re: Photo of my Dad with a Big Ass Enlarger!

    Thanks, I haven’t found the negative yet. This was copied from an 8x10 print.
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    Photo of my Dad with a Big Ass Enlarger!

    We have been on quarateen started March 16th. I have been taking advantage of the free time working on personal photographic projects. One of which is digitizing family photos, slides, and negatives....
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    Re: Lets See Your Darkroom

    Good idea, or maybe I’ll have a n air filter built in since it will be mostly new construction.
  18. Re: What is this accessory for Graphic View Camera?

    Oh, well thanks Dugan. I don’t have any of those but now I know what to look into.
  19. What is this accessory for Graphic View Camera?

    This came with a Graphic View 4 x 5 camera and I can't find any info about it.

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    Re: Lets See Your Darkroom

    Nice, mine will be nearly the same @ 10 x 13, with the same setup. However I do have to share with a washer and drier that will be were you are sitting. Construction should have started this month,...
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    Do I need a Durst Femomask 450?

    Hi all,

    I have made a studio test negative shot with my first 4 x 5 camera. It came out looking very good and I want to see how it prints. I will be using a Durst Pictograph Enlarger. i have all...
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    Re: How does this negative look?

    I need to be shot. Here it is, and the streaks are from a 20th Century holder Jerry told me would work with the Kickstarter. Well as you can see it doesn't. It holds the film on both sides by about...
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    Re: How does this negative look?

    Ha Ha darn, I don't know how I missed attaching the image.

    https://steveruddyphotography.com/images/Forum_mages/studio%20test00886.jpg
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    How does this negative look?

    I'm setting up my processor so I shot this to test the development time. This is a straight raw dslr scan with no post processing. I'm going to print it in the darkroom tonight. Film is FP4+.
  25. Re: Sidekick processing, trying to work out the bugs

    Just talked with Jerry. He said my issue is with using Reverse Osmosis water. Here is his quote.



    I already ordered the parts so I’ll just inventory them. I’m going to try it later today. I’ll...
  26. Re: Sidekick processing, trying to work out the bugs

    I just ordered two new optical sensors and capacitors for the selector valve circuit board. I ill rebuild this, start using tap water, and cut back on the photo flo concentration. I'll report back...
  27. Re: Sidekick processing, trying to work out the bugs

    I think the reason it won’t quit pumping during the dump test is that I’m using RO water. I’m going to try tap water now. I have also discoverd the selector valve doesn’t line up.
  28. Re: Sidekick processing, trying to work out the bugs

    Not 100% sure. I did see corrosion on #4 connection which I cleaned and re soldered last night. I’m checking all the sensors for correct levels now. I’m not sure if it’s possible to check the...
  29. Sidekick processing, trying to work out the bugs

    I have been trying to get a Sidekick SSK-8R processor working. After correcting heating and hose routing issues I’m still getting check solution errors and streaks. The first check solution is when...
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    Re: Flash Cable for Kodak Supermatic Shutter

    Houston we have flash. Took this at 1/200th and processed in a Sidekick which I haven’t got completely working yet.

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    This iPhone capture looks like crap. The Ektar lens seems to be razed...
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    Re: Flash Cable for Kodak Supermatic Shutter

    Great advice Bob, It does appear the shutter is fully open during the flash output. The timing amy have been off for you to catch my comment about that, above yours. :-):rolleyes:
    about that
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    Re: Flash Cable for Kodak Supermatic Shutter

    Man my memory is getting bad. I just got this back less than a month ago from service. I think the tech may have asked me if I wanted it modified. I just read a thread that said there was a later...
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    Re: Flash Cable for Kodak Supermatic Shutter

    Mine has a button. I have no idea what it does and can't find a user manual for this shutter. I just did a quick and dirty connection to test it. My studio strobes fire fine with either setting. I'll...
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    Re: Flash Cable for Kodak Supermatic Shutter

    Thanks, Here is a link to the one I would need. https://paramountcords.com/product/bp-pf-bipost-to-pc-female-6-inches/



    My shutter has F or M.



    Wow, I think I can dig one one those up! I...
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    Flash Cable for Kodak Supermatic Shutter

    Hi all,

    I want to use my Kodak Flash Supermatic Shutter f7.7 with my studio strobe. Can I buy an adapter for a male PC flash sync cable or do I need a whole new cable? I don’t know what you call...
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    Re: opinions on the mod54 drying rack

    I have one and I also have a 20th Century Camera QL45-P quickload. I have only loaded one sheet into the mod54 and thought it would be a pain loading all 6 sheets. I haven't used the CC Quickload but...
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    I'm trying Fiber papers for the first time.

    I haven't been in a darkroom since I was a teen and I have no idea what type of stock I used back then. I have recently started doing analog printing and up until now have use ilford MGRC. I like it...
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    Anyone have a Durst Pictograph Enlarger?

    Hi All,
    This is my first real post after my new member introduction. I just purchased my first enlarger. Up until now I have had the good fortune of being given enlargers and darkroom equipment. A...
  39. Thread: Hi all!

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    Re: Hi all!

    Thanks mark, interesting you recommended that book. My mother had her best friend send me 6 boxes of stuff from her fathers camera collection. One was full of books which included, Using the View...
  40. Thread: Hi all!

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    Re: Hi all!

    Thanks Andrew!
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