Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/09/29
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Personally, I don't know why anyone would want one unless its small size and limitation to 35 mm could somehow be considered an asset. I like my cameras small but I want my enlargers to be heavy and sturdy. An Omega D2 mated to an Aristo VC head is what I use and would recommend this unhesitantly to anyone. D2s are also cheap unless the recent Shutterbug cover story drives the pirces up. Jonathan Lee - -----Original Message----- From: Dr Jonathan Slade [SMTP:jonnyslade@mcmail.com] I am in the process of setting up a B/W darkroom after many years of using commercial labs. A Leica Guru once wrote that to get the best out of your Leica use a Leica Focomat enlarger- I have just spotted one in a local photo shop which looks in good shape. The model is Focomat 1c and includes a lens (f4.5 I think as I haven't been in and looked in detail) and is priced at ?249.00. I wish to make enlargements up 16" by 12", 35mm only. Is the above a sensible way forward, or would it be better to buy a new, modern, enlarger?(all else being equal, of course) Many thanks in anticipation of your advice. Jonathan.