5x7 Kodak 2D Back

[andydduncan]

I recently bought a Kodak 2-D 5x7 on eBay, but the back is missing. I’m working on plans to build one myself, and have a question: when designing the ground glass frame, do I need to make sure the ground glass will on the same plane that the sheet of film will occupy when the film holder is loaded for exposure?

Another question: does anyone by chance have a back that will fit lying around that needs some work that you’re willing to part with?

I’ve posted in a few Facebook groups, so apologies to those who may have already seen my request there.

[Jim Noel]

Yes, your GG must be on the same plane as your film. How else will you focus?

[Tin Can]

Andy

Post what you want in WTB

I have nothing FS

[Drew Bedo]

FWIW: I am under the impression, and I could be wrong, that backs for Kodak 2D, Ansco and B&J are dimensionally interchangeable.

[Mark Sawyer]

One could also buy a 5x7 back for an 8x10 and cut it down.

Registration shouldn't be a problem, as that is built into the back independently of the camera.