Wollensak 108mm Lens attachment for Flash

**Csholl** · 10-Mar-2023, 19:02

Hi,

I have an old Wollensak Lens 108mm for a Graphic View Camera. My question is, is there a Flash attachment for this lens? A picture of the type of lens is attached.

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Also, do any view camera lenses have flash attachments or extension cords for flash?

**RandyB** · 10-Mar-2023, 19:37

I believe the fitting is call a bi-post. Paramount might have a flash cord in that fitting but it depends on what type of flash you want to use. Most bi-post cords go to what is called a household plug (2 blade). This type of fitting was very common in the 30's--50's until everyone standardized on the PC connection. There were also other types of flash connections in those days.

**RandyB** · 10-Mar-2023, 19:40

https://paramountcords.com/product/b...male-6-inches/

**Csholl** · 11-Mar-2023, 07:18

Ok...Thx for the info. I'm guessing most flashes can fit this? Not sure...

**Mark Sampson** · 11-Mar-2023, 12:35

Yes, the bi-post to pc cord will allow you to connect to modern flash units, remote triggers, et al.
People say that the bi-post is identical to many electric shaver cords, so you might be able to adapt one of those. I haven't tried that, though.

**Tin Can** · 11-Mar-2023, 12:45

I bought a lot of sealed in OE junk direct from Paramount

Only yesterday I ordered 100 feet 24 gauge double flat and a pushbutton to fire flash bulbs

Originally Posted by Csholl

Ok...Thx for the info. I'm guessing most flashes can fit this? Not sure...

**Tin Can** · 11-Mar-2023, 13:16

I use the same 108 lens on my Printed 4X5

Here is a Honeywell Flash for Flashbulb with battery and wrong adapter

and a picture shot with that combo years ago

The modern flash on the right recharges and the Flash is durable, meaning reusable

Notice similar reflectors that fold

IMG-1584 by TIN CAN COLLEGE, on Flickr

Green Eye by TIN CAN COLLEGE, on Flickr