I still can't imagine how one could scratch a neg in the enlarger unless the film is being pulled through the carrier. That should never be done. It's simple: lift the film by the edges and position it in the carrier. Nothing comes in contact with the emulsion. Nothing can scratch it.
Herb Chong wrote: > > Message text written by INTERNET:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > >There's no reason why you should scratch negs in an enlarger. Any time > you position a neg in the film carrier, it should be lifted by the edged > and dropped in place before the carrier is closed. Never, ever pull film > through the carrier. > Paul Stenquist< > > no reason doesn't mean accidents don't happen. i can't remember the last > time i scratched a negative in a carrier, it has been so long, but > nonetheless, i don't do it anymore. every time film is handled, there is a > chance for damage, even with your own equipment. > > Herb....
