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Need part number for 90mm optar focus scale... PLEASE HELP!
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mattyfwayne
Joined: 13 Dec 2010
Posts: 2
PostPosted: Tue Dec 14, 2010 3:19 am   Post subject: Need part number for 90mm optar focus scale... PLEASE HELP!

Hi, I am looking for a focus scale to mount on my 4x5 crown graphic that matches my 90mm optar WA... I have made the marks by hand and can get by that way, but I would prefer to have an actual factory one installed on my baby. I've read that Graflex made focus scales for all kinds of lenses and that a list of the part numbers for the various focus scales exists. I can't find that list anywhere. If anyone happens to know the part number for the distance scale I need it would surely make it easier for me to find one.

THANKS!
45PSS
Joined: 28 Sep 2001
Posts: 4081
PostPosted: Tue Dec 14, 2010 3:28 am

Focus scales, like Rangefinder cams, were made according to a lens actual measured focal length which can varry up to 5% of the marked focal length.
The only list that I know of:
http://www.southbristolviews.com/pics/Graphic/manual-pdf/Grafscalst.gif
1banjo
Joined: 16 Nov 2008
Posts: 492
PostPosted: Tue Dec 14, 2010 7:32 pm

hay mattyfwayne

it looks like you will need 30882 - {-17 to -21}

try ebad seller lakesgraphic email him as he gets a lot of the focus scale
to sell on ebad
as of today all he has listed is for 135mm

banjo
mattyfwayne
Joined: 13 Dec 2010
Posts: 2
PostPosted: Wed Dec 15, 2010 3:32 am

Thank you both VERY much... I'm just getting into this and really enjoying it! I just joined the forum and this is my first try at asking for help... I have searched for weeks for that info and within 24 hours of my post I have two great answers. You guys are very kind to help me out! I will try lakesgraphic for sure!
alecj
Joined: 09 May 2001
Posts: 853
PostPosted: Sat Jan 01, 2011 3:50 pm

Just wait until you receive our Bill for Services, MattyWayne. You did read the fine print, didn't you? <g>

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