Retouching Sheet Film

[david_f._stein]

Nobody's perfect. Which sheet films are still available with

retouching surfaces on both sides, if any. I was recently examining

some 4x5 studio negs from the 60s or 70s and both sides seemed VERY

matte, more so than even the emulsion side of today's films? Any

hints. Thanks.

[carl_weese]

Of films I'm familiar with, Bergger has the strongest 'tooth' or

textured retouch surface. Tri-X has a smoother retouch surface, and

Ilford films have very smooth surfaces. I notice it because Newton

ring problems are much reduced with a good retouchable surface.---C

[ed b.]

Efke films have excellent retouchable surfaces, but they are

difficult to obtain in the U.S.

[david_nash]

Hi David

 

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I recently bought some retouching fluid. This is applied using a

cotton ball, and can be applied to either side of the film to give it

a 'tooth'. Another benefit is that it is easier to wipe-out any

retouching simply by adding another layer of the retouching fluid.

From what I've read, this fluid should be used even on Kodak film

that already has a 're-touchable' surface.

[armin_seeholzer]

Hi David

 

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I just shaw your question and have a adition to it. Forte has a 200 ASA

matt version 4x5 inch film and a Portraitpan 100 ASA 120er film also

matt antihalo. Just for retouching very nice!