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  1. Thread: Spur acurol-n

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    Re: Spur acurol-n

    I couldn't find info on the capacity of Spur Acurol-N. For my first try I decided to process 6 11x14 sheets, 2 at a time. That worked out fine. I suspect the capacity is considerably higher. As I...
  2. Thread: Spur acurol-n

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    My order of Spur Acurol-N arrived. It took about 3 weeks. I'm shooting 11x14 Bergger Pancro 400 at ASA 200. The developer comes with literature that recommends dilution of 1+35 and developing time of...
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    I thought I'd present the results of my research into buying Spur acurol-n in Germany. The shipping fee is for shipping to Massachusetts, USA.

    SPUR Acurol N 250 ml - 1 bottle

    fotoimpex.de...
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    Re: Spur acurol-n

    Alan,

    Thank you for your information. I have sent an email, inquiring about the price of Spur Acurol-N and shipping fees.

    Leon
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    Mark, thank you for the reference. I will look for "Photography with Large-format Cameras". I have a copy of Stroebel's "View Camera Technique" which I purchased years ago. I went back and looked at...
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    Doremus, Thank you for your informative reply. With your help, I now have a much better understanding of the Eberhard effect. Your interpretation of the translation is very helpful. I have been using...
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    Thanks Mark. So, lift and tilt means lift the holder completely out of the tank, tilt it to drain a little and re-immerse? Apparently I would do this 3 times in a row at each 5 minute mark. The...
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    Spur acurol-n

    I had some questions about developer SPUR ACUROL-N

    At spur-photo.com they present marketing info which says,

    "At high dilutions, long developing times and reduced agitation, a distinct...
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    Re: Head and Shoulder Portrait Lens for 11x14 Camera

    Thanks. I need a new model. Comparing my photo with the other two here, mine is lacking the delicate tonal range of the others. I intend to buy some regular film and compare with the x-ray film....
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    Re: Head and Shoulder Portrait Lens for 11x14 Camera

    Here's a self portrait using 11x14 x-ray film and a 480mm apo-ronar.197431
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Ah! That's nice to know. I don't foresee going bigger than 11x14 but who knows. I always envied Elsa Dorfman and her 20x24 Polaroids.
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    Wow! Great reference.

    I have to admit, I enjoy just holding the Apo-Ronar - the weight, quality, glass, movement of the diaphragm, it's impressive.
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Do you feel the resulting photos have certain unique qualities?
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    https://speedotron.com/shop/light-15/ "The fastest, most powerful strobe in the world–9600 w/s and 1/1175sec flash duration at full power!"
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Very nice references, thanks. I guess I'm fantasizing about using the 1070mm. I'd want to get a unique result to make it worthwhile. I thought the increased depth of field sounded interesting, but...
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Years ago I bought a 1070mm Apo-Ronar. That's about 42" focal length, so 7' bellows at 1:1 magnification. I think that's doable with the Commercial Deardorff. That lens stops down to f260. That would...
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    I just noticed https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1457931-REG/bergger_pan400_111425_pancro_400_11x14_sheets.html
    Bergger Pancro 400 Black and White Negative Film (11 x 14", 25 Sheets) $189.95....
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    My head brace consists of one of those metal frame pieces duct taped to the back of the chair with a piece of styrofoam taped to the top. I'm sure you can do much better.
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Thanks for the info. That is a bit better. $65 better. Actually, it's better than that. Your quote was for 25 sheets. Mine was for 10 sheets. $10 a sheet vs. $31.50 a sheet.
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Neat idea! You can go for long exposures or multiple pops. (reply to Andrew.) That's a great shot.
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    You are probably correct. I should buy some Kodak sheet film and make some comparisons. But 11x14 film is going for $315 for 10 sheets. (This is a reply to Peter's post. Not sure why it ended up here)
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Thoughts regarding shooting portraits using 11x14 x-ray film with a Commercial Deardorff.

    X-Ray film:

    11x14 Fuji Super HR-U Medical X-ray Film for 50 cents a sheet. Who could resist? I have...
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Nice! I really like that. Do you remember which lens and f-stop? Have you ever taken two head shots of the same person, one with the 480 and one with the 610 and compared the two?
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    I'm shooting 11x14 xray film. Thanks for the suggestions. So, with 10 pops, I assume that is not for portraits. It would be hard not to blink through that. I hadn't thought of multiple pops, but it...
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    I took some shots with my 890mm Apo-Nikkor at 1:1 magnification. It was fun to shoot with a 6' bellows, but the images are not of exceptional quality. Probably due to my skill level but I did notice...
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    It did remind me of an Erector set but I got the parts from Lowes. I'm not sure what the intended use is. I was actually quite surprised that it worked so well.
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    My 890mm apo-nikkor came mounted on a heavy metal plate with an electric shutter. I decided to leave it on the metal plate and mount it independent of the camera, transferring its weight to the...
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Thanks for your response. I wasn't aware that Packard is still selling shutters. What is an "SC 11"?
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Another question, I have a lens board adapter that came with my Commercial Deardorff. It apparently converts a 11" board holder to an 8" board holder. It is also recessed with the ability to mount...
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    I have an electric behind the lens shutter that came with the 890mm Apo-Nikkor. I was wondering if anyone knew if this has a method of flash sync built in. Also, does anyone know what type of plug...
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    I'm afraid I don't know what the correct terminology is. It has a leaf shutter with large leaves. There is a spring mounted drive inside that is electrically triggered. It automatically closes and...
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    My sister is into woodworking. She built the box containing the electric, behind the lens shutter. It is hooked up to a darkroom timer (and flash units).
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    I also have a 610mm Apo Nikkor. Here's a couple of pics:
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Just noticed this great photo: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/ARv9r36_rzCw7MNI4zBIpVhL56GNB1TUlANR5LD2E-RgByKm3QOF5as/
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Read these threads.

    My 890 mm Reinhold is on one box with pics and I have used a 900 mm Tessar on the SC11. At full 75" bellows extension.

    Maybe I will find those images.

    My Ronar 480 works...
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    As I mentioned, I am now using 11x14 film. I have a 480mm Apo-Ronar in a Copal shutter, which is about a normal lens for 11x14. But I have a 890mm Apo-Nikkor that is mounted on an 11x11" metal plate....
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    Your Split Oak Forest shots are incredible.
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    Re: 11x14 Deardorff Studio Camera

    I have this same exact setup. It was in storage until I read about people using x-ray film in LF photography. I am now shooting 11x14 x-ray film and making contact prints. I shortened the stand to...
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