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Forum: Photogs / Photo Exhibits 06-22-2009
Replies: 16
Views: 2,441
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Very interesting story, you should pop him an...

Very interesting story, you should pop him an email with a link to this thread at VII and see if he remembers.
Forum: Photography General Interest 09-07-2007
Replies: 21
Views: 1,025
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
B&H for accessories and supplies Popflash.com...

B&H for accessories and supplies

Popflash.com for cameras/lenses

good luck
Forum: Off Topic 08-24-2007
Replies: 15
Views: 642
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
what you describe is quite typical of how they...

what you describe is quite typical of how they confirm bank accounts in the US ...

annoying and tedious, but nothing to worry about
Forum: Off Topic 08-22-2007
Replies: 4
Views: 447
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
In Amsterdam, try Indonesian food at the Kantijl...

In Amsterdam, try Indonesian food at the Kantijl en de Tiger restaurant ... exquisite experience.

Avoid at all costs, the restaurant called ... the Treasure. The only treasure to be found was the...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 08-10-2007
Replies: 8
Views: 748
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
http://www.photo.net/photos/Mealha almost all...

http://www.photo.net/photos/Mealha

almost all the 35mm ones done with the Leica 21/asph :)

cheers
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 08-10-2007
Replies: 18
Views: 691
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
welcome Frank my first RF was a M6, then a M3,...

welcome Frank

my first RF was a M6, then a M3, M2, and back to a M6 ... you will find many of us traveling on that long and windy M journey

look forward to your future contributions, welcome again
Forum: Off Topic 08-10-2007
Replies: 21
Views: 538
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
I used to ... until I dropped a HCB book now I'm...

I used to ... until I dropped a HCB book

now I'm wondering how to re-flatten its mushroom shape :)
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 07-25-2007
Replies: 25
Views: 1,472
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
My experience mirrors Peter's ... no focus...

My experience mirrors Peter's ... no focus problems on any of the hexanons on M6 or Bessa bodies.
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 07-10-2007
Replies: 2
Views: 429
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
thanks Mervyn, looks like a great shop

thanks Mervyn, looks like a great shop
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 07-10-2007
Replies: 2
Views: 429
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Slide film processing in Denver area?

Hi all,

Any personal favorites in terms of labs for slide film processing in Denver/Littleton area ? Thanks in advance.
Forum: Repair / Camera Care 07-04-2007
Replies: 10
Views: 1,101
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Have you tried using a rubber ring for...

Have you tried using a rubber ring for traction/friction to unscrew the front retaining ring?
Forum: Off Topic 02-25-2007
Replies: 2
Views: 890
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
I agree, I would have preferred that some of the...

I agree, I would have preferred that some of the photos be on single pages, and perhaps even with a bit of a border. Having each photo on two pages, with seam, with no borders, just felt a tad like...
Forum: Zeiss Contax 02-22-2007
Replies: 15
Views: 778
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
excellent portraits of the boy and girl go...

excellent portraits of the boy and girl

go Golden Bears !
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-22-2007
Replies: 1
Views: 420
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
HCB / Charlie Rose interviews (3) on DVD

Charlie Rose's multiple interviews with HCB, Avedon and National Geographic shooters appear to be available now on...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-20-2007
Replies: 33
Views: 1,953
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
einolu, If I recall correctly, mostly if not all...

einolu,

If I recall correctly, mostly if not all done with the 35 lux asph ...

http://photo.net/photodb/folder?folder_id=250754
Forum: Film / Developing / Chemistry 02-20-2007
Replies: 21
Views: 845
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
I have a flatbed Epson 2450 and a Minolta...

I have a flatbed Epson 2450 and a Minolta dedicated hooked up at the same time. No problems that I've noticed that are traceable to having the two hooked up together.

I've had no problems scanning...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-20-2007
Replies: 50
Views: 3,055
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
It is hard to beat a CLA'd M3 for the body. ...

It is hard to beat a CLA'd M3 for the body. Should run about 600 to 700.

And the CV 35 ultron ... the entire CV line really is great bang for the performance buck.

good luck
Forum: Photogs / Photo Exhibits 02-20-2007
Replies: 46
Views: 3,004
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Do you know if the film was "The Impassioned Eye"...

Do you know if the film was "The Impassioned Eye" or an entirely new film/documentary?

thanks,
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 02-19-2007
Replies: 9
Views: 410
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
have you looked into Peak loupes? Very...

have you looked into Peak loupes? Very well-made in my experience (at least the 4x one).
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-19-2007
Replies: 41
Views: 2,374
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Monz, I have that one, it is an excellent...

Monz,

I have that one, it is an excellent compilation, you won't be disappointed.

cheers
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 02-19-2007
Replies: 5
Views: 789
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Always had exceptional performance from Sandisk,...

Always had exceptional performance from Sandisk, so much so that I've never tried Lexar. I'm sure it is fine as well.
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 02-19-2007
Replies: 72
Views: 3,129
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Olympus 35 SP is a highly competent fixed lens RF...

Olympus 35 SP is a highly competent fixed lens RF that is certainly reacheable within the $100/ 100 euro range, if not lower if you are patient.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-19-2007
Replies: 7
Views: 464
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Magus, what is so unusual, I paint all my...

Magus,

what is so unusual, I paint all my lenses each year. Rust-Oleum Black Paint is the best in my experience ;)
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 02-17-2007
Replies: 4
Views: 384
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
The effect is cumulative. But passing anywhere...

The effect is cumulative. But passing anywhere from 1 to 5 times, I haven't noticed any discernible difference. More than that ... who knows :)
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-17-2007
Replies: 13
Views: 696
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
To answer your original question, I have the...

To answer your original question, I have the Hexar AF and the 35cron IV ... they have very very similar looks, and both are excellent lenses. fwiw, I sold my 35 cron asph after getting the IV. Not...
Forum: Movies / Cameras in the Movies / TV / Media 02-16-2007
Replies: 8
Views: 1,239
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
btw, he uses digital only for time sensitive...

btw, he uses digital only for time sensitive assignments. He still prefers film for non time-sensitive work and personal work. Tri-X 400

Uses Canon SLRs, 16-35 L, 50/1.4. Also Leica for personal...
Forum: Movies / Cameras in the Movies / TV / Media 02-16-2007
Replies: 8
Views: 1,239
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
It is James Nachtwey of VII photo. Excellent...

It is James Nachtwey of VII photo.

Excellent film. Available at Amazon if you want to purchase.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 02-16-2007
Replies: 53
Views: 3,032
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
While the 50/2 collapsible has a well deserved...

While the 50/2 collapsible has a well deserved reputation for "creamy bokeh", the modern/current 50/2.8 elmar-M also has an exceptional OOF rendition. Both are great lenses.

The build on both are...
Forum: Off Topic 02-15-2007
Replies: 13
Views: 743
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
...... will do

...... will do
Forum: Off Topic 02-15-2007
Replies: 13
Views: 743
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
I googled before posting the thread, and there...

I googled before posting the thread, and there were no sources I found for purchase. PBS's site does not have it. I didn't even see it on VII's own site.

So, if you know of one, please let me...
Forum: Off Topic 02-15-2007
Replies: 13
Views: 743
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
"War in Iraq: Through Photographers' Eyes" VII Photo

Just managed to catch the last 10 minutes of this program on PBS the other night, unfortunately.

James Nachtwey, Chris Anderson, Gary Knight, and Chris Morris of VII Photo on their experiences in...
Forum: Image Processing: Darkroom / Lightroom / Film 02-13-2007
Replies: 4
Views: 619
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
thanks guys :)

thanks guys
:)
Forum: Image Processing: Darkroom / Lightroom / Film 02-13-2007
Replies: 4
Views: 619
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
anyone ?

anyone ?
Forum: Image Processing: Darkroom / Lightroom / Film 02-13-2007
Replies: 4
Views: 619
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Fuji Slide Mailers

Hello all,

Does anyone have experience with the Fuji Slide Mailers from B&H? Issues of reliability, turnaround ?

Many thanks,

Tom
Forum: DIYS Forum 02-11-2007
Replies: 43
Views: 2,568
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Hey Brian, WELCOME BACK !!! :)

Hey Brian,

WELCOME BACK !!!

:)
Forum: Digital Leica M8 / M8.2 / M9 / M-E /Mono / M10 aka "M" 02-08-2007
Replies: 46
Views: 1,810
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
interesting excerpt about the GRD ... I wonder...

interesting excerpt about the GRD ... I wonder what he thinks of it relative to the LX1 ... judging by his photos, the LX1 is highly capable as well.
Forum: Zeiss Ikon ZM 01-30-2007
Replies: 159
Views: 15,656
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
More likely because HCB zone focused most of the...

More likely because HCB zone focused most of the time, 1/125, 4 meters, iso 400 film.

With zone focusing, you are likely to get some OOF, particularly with a 50mm lens.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-26-2007
Replies: 23
Views: 2,150
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
as long as you have the canonet, no reason to go...

as long as you have the canonet, no reason to go :)
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-25-2007
Replies: 26
Views: 1,742
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
If there are any items left, jump on it, those...

If there are any items left, jump on it, those are very good prices. And Kevin is an excellent seller.

Buying a vacation home in Provence ? ;)
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 01-24-2007
Replies: 47
Views: 2,554
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Gabriel, great test ... thanks 1) do you have...

Gabriel,

great test ... thanks

1) do you have the 50/lux at 2.0 ? or did I miss it in the shots

2) to my eyes, the best was the summicron followed very closely by the summilux ... and then Canon...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-23-2007
Replies: 47
Views: 5,328
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Oh my, Kim, that is gorgeous. Congrats :) ...

Oh my, Kim, that is gorgeous. Congrats :)

Wow!
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-23-2007
Replies: 32
Views: 2,101
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
That is an excellent price for a great lens. ...

That is an excellent price for a great lens. Somebody jump on this.
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-21-2007
Replies: 3
Views: 552
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Loose is subjective ... in general, the 35...

Loose is subjective ... in general, the 35 lux-asph is know for having a looser aperture ring, but usually not the 50/cron.

If you are uncomfortable with it, return it, BH has a great return...
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-20-2007
Replies: 16
Views: 954
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Alex, As a spec wearer, I find it nearly...

Alex,

As a spec wearer, I find it nearly impossible, so I ended up getting a cv 28mm VF. Now it is a delight to use the 28mm :)
Forum: Leica M Film Cameras 01-18-2007
Replies: 15
Views: 1,069
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
in the same condition, and with the M6 .85 mag,...

in the same condition, and with the M6 .85 mag, there are no significant differences

The VF is better in the M3, but DAG can add a flare-proof VF to your M6 quite easily.

The key is condition. A...
Forum: RFF News 01-18-2007
Replies: 81
Views: 7,062
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Welcome and congratulations Stephen.

Welcome and congratulations Stephen.
Forum: RFF News 01-18-2007
Replies: 140
Views: 10,987
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Stephen is a very good vendor and congrats to you...

Stephen is a very good vendor and congrats to you both.

Looking forward to keeping the same friendly, helpful atmosphere as before.
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 01-18-2007
Replies: 41
Views: 1,877
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Gabriel makes an insightful point. Remember how...

Gabriel makes an insightful point. Remember how long it took for you to disassociate the crassness of "Heard it on the Grapevine" by CCR, once it was overplayed and over-commercialized by the...
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 01-18-2007
Replies: 41
Views: 1,877
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Alex, Some of your points are well-taken. I...

Alex,

Some of your points are well-taken. I get the sense from the interview, as well as his past interviews, that the whole 'anarchist' thing is a response he uses when he feels he is being asked...
Forum: Rangefinder Photography Discussion 01-17-2007
Replies: 41
Views: 1,877
Posted By Flyfisher Tom
Simon, I hope you know I wasn't taking a poke at...

Simon,

I hope you know I wasn't taking a poke at you :) Just wanted to add some color to the common perception that HCB was rude. I tend to think of him as someone who did not suffer fools...
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