For Sale FS - Nikkor 5x4 Metal Dev Tank

Andrew K · Apr 27, 2014

I've been going through my gear and found this tank I'd totally forgotten about.

I've had this tank for ages, and have used it a couple of times. It's in good used condition as you can see form the photos, but it is missing 1 of the screws that hold the top adjustable part of the tank in lace. It came this way, however the 3 remaining screws seem to do a good job at holding the top in place.

It can hold up to 12 sheets of film at a time.

I have no idea what these are worth? I think I paid $75 for it, so how about we start there? Feel free to make an offer if you think that's too high.

Payment via Paypal (or direct deposit in Australia). Postage extra, and a 5% donation to APUG on sale...

nsurit · Apr 27, 2014

I think there is supposed to be a metal band that fits around it to hold the film in place. Do you by chance have the band? Bill Barber

Ken Nadvornick · Apr 27, 2014

Often when the steel band is missing a wide rubber band is substituted. Being soft and pliable, it's actually easier to get one or two of them in place in total darkness than stretching that steel band, which can be difficult if it's become bent over the years. I sometimes substitute a pair of rubber bands for just this reason, even though I do have a nice steel band for mine.

This price is a steal. A little phosphoric acid cleaner ("Naval Jelly") and this guy will look brand new. Phosphoric is a good acid wash for stainless steel.

Ken

fotch · Apr 27, 2014

Ken Nadvornick said:
Often when the steel band is missing a wide rubber band is substituted. Being soft and pliable, it's actually easier to get one or two of them in place in total darkness than stretching that steel band, which can be difficult if it's become bent over the years. I sometimes substitute a pair of rubber bands for just this reason, even though I do have a nice steel band for mine.

This price is a steal. A little phosphoric acid cleaner ("Naval Jelly") and this guy will look brand new. Phosphoric is a good acid wash for stainless steel.

Ken

Is there a household chemical like BonAmi that cleans SS?

markbarendt · Apr 27, 2014

Like ken says, rubber bands are great, its what I do in mine.

Ken Nadvornick · Apr 27, 2014

fotch said:
Is there a household chemical like BonAmi that cleans SS?

I've never tried abrasive cleansers on stainless steel before. I've found that simple naval jelly works wonders to dissolve old chemical crud and to remove oxidation stains from cheaper SS alloys. (But not hard-water mineral deposits.)

Some of the stainless I use in my darkroom is faintly attracted by a strong (neodymium) magnet, which is a dead giveaway to the slight presence of iron. This cheaper stuff can discolor over time from that iron. Phosphoric acid will clean that up. (Click here for info.)

The professional way to clean stainless, such as is found in commercial kitchens, is with a nitric acid wash followed by allowing the natural air passivation process to complete. Citric acid can also be used. (Click here for info.)

Years ago I purchased an 8x10 4-bath water-jacketed stainless steel deep-tank processing setup for $85 or so. It was disgustingly filthy and stained. But a couple of weekends later and naval jelly plus some elbow grease had it gleaming like brand new. It's an older Arkay-style system that once went for over $1,000 new. I'm still using it today. I love naval jelly...

Ken

EdSawyer · Apr 27, 2014

This is worth $200 at least.

Robert Ley · Apr 27, 2014

So, Ed has bid $200.. Do I hear $225

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Andrew K · Apr 27, 2014

thanks guys, but it looks like it's been sold for my asking price..which I'm happy with

Andrew K · May 1, 2014

Looks like this is STILL FOR SALE - any takers?

Postage to the USA is $28 for surface (around 6-8 weeks), or $45 for airmail (10 days - 2 weeks) - tracking is extra

Postage to Europe would be about the same...

frobozz · May 1, 2014

I have one (I may still have more than one! I have a lot of stuff in storage...) but even I'm tempted at that price! One question, since none of the pictures show it: does this have the "divided in two halves" pouring portion lid, or the "concentric circles" pouring portion lid?

Duncan

Andrew K · May 2, 2014

this has now been sold thanks !

For Sale FS - Nikkor 5x4 Metal Dev Tank

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