I think I finally overstepped my abilities. I bought a "Black Beast" a week ago and it arrived today.
It's the first camera that actually made me a bit apprehensive when I unwrapped it and wrestled it onto a tripod.
Other than being dirty from storage and a few tiny pinholes in the bellows, it's in remarkably good condition. I'll need to buy a lens, lens board (Deardorf compatible I believe) and a couple of holders to make it functional.
I pinched a large blood blister on one finger using a Calumet 4x5; this one could take off a leg if I am not careful.
Really beginning to wonder if I could ever take it out into the field beyond a few feet from the car, but I am willing to try (on a very calm day).
Any tips from dedicated users of this monstrosity will be appreciated.
I feel it's presence in the case next to me as I type this; hope it has good intentions toward me...
Bookmarks