[pure-silver] Re: comparing enlargers
- From: Elias Roustom <elroustom@xxxxxxxxx>
- To: pure-silver@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
- Date: Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:57:50 -0500
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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