Hello whole plate camera
I acquired an Improved Empire State Camera by Rochester Optical with a 5″ Dagor from Dan yesterday and what beauty – many thanks Dan.
My Korona has been out of commission (perhaps de-commissioned) after a fall from JT and as luck would have it, Dan provided me with a replacement for field wet plate. Poured a plate today, slipped a 5×7 holder and set up my favorite succulent; here’s what it gave me.
5×7 CGA
5″ Goerz Dagor, f/6.3
20seconds, wide open
OWH
“Market Pantry” Vinegar Developer
KCN










![<a href="http://planetrandy.com/blog/?p=790">JT Juniper</a> - [/caption]
5x7 CGA
J.H. Dallmeyer No.1a Rectilinear
35 seconds, f/45
OWH
“Market Pantry” Vinegar Developer
KCN
The clouds were amazing after the storm passed at JT that brought snow, rain, and gusty winds. Sadly, this is the last image... JT Juniper](http://planetrandy.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/JT-Juniper-5x7-Ambro-800x563-300x211.jpg)

March 15th, 2013 at 2:14 pm
That little Dagor Lens looks pretty nice.
March 15th, 2013 at 5:03 pm
It sure is. Shutter seems to be fine also.