Tintype

[derrick_b]

I am trying to do dryplate tintypes using my 4x5 Speedgraphics. I am wondering

if anyone knows the best or easiest way to utilize film holders, or if they make

dryplate film holders of a size that would fit in my camera (and if so, where

could I acquire them). It has a spring back, not the Graflok back, if that

makes any difference.

 

Thanks for reading.

 

--Derrick

[grain]

I've seen in various searches in e-bay holders for glass plates that are the right width, but

are usually in rough shape. they're wooden, and crack easily + are prone to leaks. I have slid

an average RC paper into standard film holders, but in order to use sheet metal you'd

deform it trying to slip it past the guides. Basically I'd suggest if you're hardcore enough to

want to make your own "tintypes" (ambro/ferro-type) you may want to build your own

holder. I use black through dyed matt board and/or foam board when projects like this are

needed. Good luck, a.

[nickc1]

Another suggestion perhaps might be to adapt a double darkslide to hold a single plate loaded from the rear?

[prifti]

I wouldtake a look at adapting an existing holder like this:

 

http://www.collodion.org/plateholderconversion.html

 

Good Luck...

 

David

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