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The Big Blue Beseler...

ChristopherCoy

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So, a friend of mine sold me her blue Beseler 23C for $40. It cost me $60 to ship it, but I didn't mind because it looks like its in great shape. Its been stored in her basement, and covered.

I remember using one like this in high school, but thats been over 20 years ago.

What is the largest negative you can print on this enlarger? And anyone else using one?

Oh! What lens is recommended for this enlarger for 6x6?
 

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That's actually the medium blue 2x3 beseler. It's 4x5inch brother is big grey.
 

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Typically an 80mm lens is used for enlarging 6x6.
 

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As noted this enlarger will print up a 2X3 or 6X9 negative, for 6X6 I recommend a 75, 80, or 90mm.
 

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The enlarger can handle 35mm thru 6 x 9 formats. You will need a 50mm lens for 35mm, a 80mm lens for 6 x 6 and 100mm lens for 6 x 9. The condensor adjusts for the different formats. I have some lenses and a 35mm negative holder available for reasonable cost, send me a PM if interested.
 

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Looks just like mine! When I got mine a few years ago, it had been 30 years since I used the darkroom at my college. I have a 50mm lens for 35mm film and a 105mm lens for 6x9 film. Have fun!!
 
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She's supposed to ship it this week. We waited to avoid the Christmas chaos. Let me see what it's coming with and I'll let you know.
 
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It arrived today. It's immaculate! The only issue is that the top bellows have come unglued from the metal plate. I'll have to Reggie them. She said she picked it up at a thrift store! I can't believe she found this in this good of a condition.

 

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A really nice find!
 
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