[Leica] glass plate negs

[kt66@cyberhighway.net (ckk)]

I picked up some late 19th century glass plate negs, and printed them. They
are surprisingly good, but nothing like the images available from modern
Leica glass.  This is one of those cases where the images and historical
contexts matter more than the technical quality of the equipment or
processes used.

As a history junky, I can't get enough of the visuals.

I argue, that although I prefer the best of the latest technology in camera
lens design, it is always the picture content that matters most. Maybe I
should spend more time refining my picture taking ability and less tracking
down gear.

Because I consider day to day real life pics to be  the most important in
the long run,  I am going to be more careful in the way I use this wonderful
Leica gear. I now  feel obligated to have the longest lasting negs from
these high end pieces of photographic equipment. 

Imagine Leica quality images being reproduced in the year 2090.
Aren't our Progeny lucky. Or maybe our "hot spit" Leica gear will be
considered dated and of poor quality by this time.  This is the most likely
condition, although hard to believe at this time.

Kevin