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flashbulbman
Joined: 29 Jan 2009
Posts: 51
PostPosted: Mon Nov 16, 2009 6:35 pm   Post subject: Five inch flash reflector

I always use my 5 inch reflector in normal position for a 60 degree pattern. Does anyone know the pattern and extended range of this reflector when it is extended forward an inch?
alecj
Joined: 09 May 2001
Posts: 853
PostPosted: Mon Nov 16, 2009 10:08 pm

According to the Graflite manual, the back (normal) position provides a 60 degree coveage and the stated flash settings provided for flashbulbs.

At the front position, the coverage decreases to 40 degrees and the central part of the subject will have increased illumination of 1/2 to one stop.
flashbulbman
Joined: 29 Jan 2009
Posts: 51
PostPosted: Mon Nov 16, 2009 10:25 pm   Post subject: Extending the flash reflector to foward position

Thank you AlecJ. Does the manual indicate a new guide number or the maximum distance the flash can be used at in the 40 degree position?

I want to shoot Press 25 flashbulbs with my Speed Graphic at an upcoming sports event. Man do I attact attention with that camera and flash. (What's a digital camera ?)
alecj
Joined: 09 May 2001
Posts: 853
PostPosted: Tue Nov 17, 2009 6:06 pm

Go to this site and look down the left side of the Home page. You'll find a lot of Graflex information there, including a copy of the Graflite Manual.

http://www.southbristolviews.com/
flashbulbman
Joined: 29 Jan 2009
Posts: 51
PostPosted: Tue Nov 17, 2009 9:46 pm

Thank you kid sir.

"Real men use Speed Graphics with flashbulbs"
alecj
Joined: 09 May 2001
Posts: 853
PostPosted: Wed Nov 18, 2009 6:12 am

Thanks. I feel like a "kid" but nobody ever calls me that anymore. <g>
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