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    Re: Fstop timing

    Buy an F stop primer, you'll never look back
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    Re: you are invited...

    First class website, beautiful work, well presented. And your blog posts are a delight
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    Re: Carbon Fiber Tripod for 8x10

    Talk to Ari, knowledgeable and FLM makes a great product. I use the CP38-L4 II for 8x10, couldn't be happier
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    Re: Lights in the darkroom

    In addition to regular room lighting, I have a 7.5 watt incandescent refrigerator bulb for when I just need more than safelight level to see or find something but don't want to ruin my night vision.
  5. Thread: A New Start

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    Re: A New Start

    Having travelled a somewhat similar path, I would suggest more of a shoot first, ask questions later approach. Jump in with whatever you have and get prints on paper will teach you more than you...
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    Re: Ben Horne Feb 2023 8X10 Death Valley

    Ben is so laid back and mellow watching his videos relaxes me. I don't mind the B roll, but what I find most interesting in videos like his are discussions of the thought process behind the...
  7. Re: Questions about Durst 138 S opal or halogen lamps and format masks

    Thanks, Gord, I wasn't clear on how the Ladane part worked, your explanation makes sense. I must admit my eyes kind of glazed over reading the instructions for the various carriers, they write like...
  8. Re: Questions about Durst 138 S opal or halogen lamps and format masks

    Thanks, that's what I was looking for
  9. Questions about Durst 138 S opal or halogen lamps and format masks

    I posted a little while ago about lens boards, now I'm on the negative carrier and lamp options for this new to me 138 S

    Here is what I have:
    Fully functioning enlarger, currently set up with...
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    Re: F/stop printing chart

    If you use a Gralab clock face timer (Can't remember the model number, but the one that's been around forever) Lambrecht has a template that lays on top of the dial and shows f stop increments, very...
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    Re: Durst Laborator 138 lens mounting

    Thanks for the help guys!
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    Durst Laborator 138 lens mounting

    If you know about mounting lenses on this enlarger I could use your help.
    I recently obtained a Durst 138 with the lens board adaptor ring for 4x5 and 5x7 lenses. According to the manual I need a...
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    Re: Replacement Bellows

    I also have purchased from eTone and am very satisfied
  14. Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images

    My experience: plexiglass in the bottom of each tray, process one sheet at a time, mix D-23 from bulk chemicals, gentle tray rocking for agitation, cover tray during development because HRU is more...
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    Re: 4x5 macro advice needed

    Many, I also have a DLC and worked up a chart with macro info for the various lenses I have. I can email you a pdf if you want to reply by private message
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    Re: Uncertainty vs. Failure

    I'm enjoying the thought provoking and humorous responses, good things to go back and reread from time to time. Recently my 21 yr old son has taken an interest in film and darkroom, so I am seeing...
  17. Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images

    Forgot to mention, I have had good results from Rodinal as well, I just don't have any and use D23 chem for other things anyway so have it on hand
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    Here is what I use:
    D23 1+2 (Mixed from powder stock chems) 68 deg F
    7 min 30 sec normal, for N+1 underexpose 1 stop, develop for 8 minutes
    Open tray with plexiglass with smoothed edges in tray...
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    Re: Another Agfa Ansco 8x10 Restoration

    Interesting comments, thanks for the insights.
    Steve - great advice on careful triage, going easy and not being too aggressive. 'First do no harm.' In my case, with the structural issues, I decided...
  20. Re: Refinished LF Wood Camera 'coating' Melting

    It could be the sprayed finish didn't have time to properly cure and so was still soft enough to stick to the styrofoam. Acrylics need time to cure beyond just the time it takes for the solvent...
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    Another Agfa Ansco 8x10 Restoration

    Decided to refinish the wood and brass on my Agfa Ansco 8x10. It is a Universal model dating from before WW2, based on some information quoted from Richard Knoppow on Phot.net. Bought the camera from...
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    Uncertainty vs. Failure

    Ran across this in an Inc. magazine article quoting Robin Camarote, an executive coach

    "Counter to common thinking, we avoid taking action not because we're afraid of failure but because we don't...
  23. Re: Labs to develop E6 and C41 colour ULF films

    Try Hidden Light LLC – Traditional Darkroom and more
    https://hiddenlightllc.com/
  24. Re: Arista EDU and Foma 400 - Are you using them in spite of .... ??

    Have never had any quality problems but even EI 200 is too high for me, I shoot at 160.
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    Re: DIY Basebord?

    As far as the material to use for a new baseboard if that is required, I used baltic birch plywood which is composed of more layers than ordinary plywood and bonded with waterproof glue. The top...
  26. Re: Darkroom Automation F-Stop Timer is available again.

    Ordered one last Sunday, already received it, can't wait to start using it!
    I appreciate the quick service Nicholas
  27. Re: Use of X-ray film: technical discussion with example images

    Found this, noticed a recommendation for 2.5 minute exposure limit at 4' 15 watt bulb

    KODAK Safelight Filter #GBX-2, 5 1/2' Round Size, for Blue Sensitive X-Ray Films & Green Sensitive Medical...
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    Re: Notched Film Holders, Examples

    All my holders are full of film right now, so can't send a photo. Notching holders is easier than it sounds. I use a very small triangular to make a groove about 1 to 2 mm deep. Use the left side for...
  29. Sean Tucker's new book - 'The Meaning in the Making'

    I received both the electronic and hard copy of this book and read it through. If you are familiar with Sean's YouTube channel you know his approach is decidedly philosophical and you will recognize...
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    Re: New Book by Merg Ross

    I must add my congratulations to Merg Ross for his book, and my recommendation that anyone who hasn't seen it to get a copy. Such an interesting story spanning an eventful career along with wonderful...
  31. Re: Alternative Processing: An Overview with Bostick & Sullivan

    I had registered and watched most of the program live. The enthusiasm and knowledge of Christi Wiltenburg was refreshing and fun to watch. Despite some technical difficulties with Zoom that made it...
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    Re: Help Request : Film Choice

    Against the conventional wisdom I suggest a $40 box of 100 sheets of Fuji HRU x ray film and the raw chemicals to make D23 developer. There are so many ways to screw up in large format and $5 a sheet...
  33. Re: Calculating f-stop progression . . .how are the numbers derived?

    A pretty much complete explanation:
    https://www.slrlounge.com/a-thorough-explanation-of-the-math-behind-f-stops/
    For me the key was remembering that doubling the area of a lens opening, and...
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    Re: Help cleaning a Crown Graphic

    Likely it is corrosion of the aluminum, often called white rust. Clean with mild soap then mix 1 part distilled white vinegar, 2 parts warm water and lightly scrub with anything that will not scratch...
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    I have had very good success with a piece of plexiglass cut to fit the bottom of my trays. I labeled them with a sharpie so that they get used in the same chemical every time, and with the same side...
  36. Re: Multivolume Catalog of 19th century photographs

    Edward Curtis? Multi-volume record, mostly Native American
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    Re: Neophyte x-ray film development problems

    FWIW, I shoot Fuji HRU at IE 64. Plexiglass is safer than glass in the tray bottom, I have found it eliminates scratches from tray processing but I only do one sheet at a time in D-23 1+1 for 7 min...
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    Re: Cutting Aluminum Sheets

    Won't score and snap. If you can find a shop that makes heating and air conditioning duct they might be willing to cut it for you. Local AC repair service can give you leads
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    Re: Baseboard refinishing question

    I second Gary B's suggestion. I've had exactly that for 10 years, still dead flat
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    Re: Defending the Darkroom in Education

    Michael Garcia at Basha High school in Chandler AZ runs a robust analogue program, he might be of some help. You can google the school name and photography and get contact info.
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