
Posted: Wed Apr 18, 2018 8:10 pm Post subject: Can This be modified to work on a 2x3 Speed Graphic?
I just made a usable Miniature Speed Graphic out of two broken ones, and I started looking for off-brand 2 1/4 x/3 1/4 film. Now I see why 2 1/4 x 3 1/4 film holders are so affordable (and Century Graphics are not). The size just doesn't exist in sheet film.
So I went looking for a roll-film holder on eBay and found this.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Graflex-23-120-Roll-Film-Holder-for-4x5-camera/273155835990?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649
The front plate needs to be cut down from 4x5 to fit a 2 1/4 x/3 1/4 back, but is the film-holding unit itself the same size as the ones designed to fit these backs, so if I cut the front plate down, it will fit? I do machining as a hobby and have lathes, milling machine, etc., so cutting it down should not be a problem if it fits after that's done.
BTW, I'm a new member here and do almost entirely digital photography now, though years ago I did darkroom work in 35mm, 2 1/4 roll film, and 4x5. But once I get this camera usable, I will probably copy the negatives with my Nikon DSLR and make digital prints rather than try to set up a darkroom again.