Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2003/08/12
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Hi Chris!
So, it's possibly the older lenses 'faults', though subjective,
that may appeal. Anxious to look into this.
rich
Christopher Williams wrote:
> Have to agree with my IRC pal, the old Leitz enlarger lenses are the best
> IMO. I have modern Beseler HD, Schneider, and Nikkor enlarging lenses. I
> always got back to my coated 50/4.5 Leitz.
>
> Chris
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Will" Subject: Re: [Leica] Focomat Ia
>
> > Why would I want to do what you suggest? I have a funkey
> > 1930s enlarger which came with a lens which is of about the
> > same age. The only reason I keep any semblance of a wet
> > darkroom is to use this lens and this enlarger. While my
> > friends on the IRC send me post cards printed conventially,
> > I get a hoot out of printing postcards on Ilford postcard
> > paper in b&w. And my method of choice is the 1930's
> > enlarger.
> >
> > And after reading your court case regarding you eye surgery,
> > I am surprised that you can tell the difference.
> >
> > Regards, Bill Larsen
> > Terra Bella, CA
>
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