[pure-silver] Re: comparing enlargers

The Durst M605 is a wonderful enlarger - I have one too, and I'm very
happy with it.
I recently found a color head for it, and I've been using that to make
RA4 prints with it.
I do find durst negative carriers a bit cumbersome, but the build of
the enlarger doesn't make me worry about the need for parts.

$100 is a good deal for anything in excellent condition, but it's not
necessarity a step up from your 605. However if you're unhappy with
your Durst, buy the Omega, and sell the durst. They get good money on
the used market if complete, I bet you could double your money.

Here's an instruction manual for it:
http://www.darkroompro.com/pdf/enlargers/omega_b600.pdf

Elias

On 2/13/09, Tim Daneliuk <tundra@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Janet Cull wrote:
>  >
>  > Hello,
>  >
>  > I use a Durst M605 enlarger.  I just got an e-mail from a friend
>  > saying a fellow is selling this one:
>  >
>  >     Omega B600 condenser enlarger, 35mm and 2 1/4 negative carriers.
>  >     Excellent condition. $100.00
>  >
>  > How does that compare with mine?  Mine works fine, though I know there
>  > are no longer parts made for it.  I have no problems, though.  He also
>  > has lenses and plenty of other "stuff".  I don't have room for 2
>  > enlargers.  What do you think?
>  >
>  > Thanks,
>  >
>  > Janet
>  > 
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> Before I'd spend $100 on an Omega B600, I'd go look for some version of
>  a D-2 in the same price range.  This would give you the option of 4x5
>  in the future and there are tons of accessories about on eBay an
>  in people's cellars ;)
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