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21 May, 2025

Paterson, old and new – A Tale of Two Tanks

By Bob Janes

Having recently completed a review of the LOMO daylight developing tank, I was drawn to think more about what for me has simply become part of the furniture for my processing re...

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Gary Smith on Paterson, old and new – A Tale of Two Tanks
I know that Patterson tanks eventually made the voyage. I just wonder if 50+ years ago the cost/benefit ratio was…
Dave Powell on A Heads-Up for Ghost Hunters – One-Shot Story
Thanks my friend! Hope you enjoy the other stories... and maybe share your experiences too! Al the best Dave
Dave Powell on A Heads-Up for Ghost Hunters – One-Shot Story
Hi Geoff. What a nice thing to say! It's great to be back after a little hiccup with sciatica. Thanks…

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