Beseler 23C Series Enlargers
Beseler 23C Series Enlargers
USER REVIEWS
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[Apr 19, 2013]
Brent
Intermediate
Strength:
Yes it is well made, and designed with very descent features!
Weakness:
Over time the bellows begin to cause problems by detaching themselves around the brim, I had to re-glue mine in certain places. Bellows cracking also can be a problem. I mainly use it for my 120 film enlarging, and is still a pleasure to use! Similar Products Used: I use my Leitz Enlarger for 35mm negatives which has no bellows to worry about. The only disadvantage using my Leitz is it's difficult raising & lowering the hed, unlike the Besler which is better designed for that part. |
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[Sep 12, 2009]
Patrick
Expert
Strength:
Very well made. Extremely high quality!
Weakness:
None! This enlarger is amazing and after some reasearch I would say is one of the best! I HIGHLY recceomend it! It was crafted by Besler with much care! Customer Service Beseler has great customer service. |
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[Nov 08, 2006]
aoresteen
Expert
Strength:
Solid, handles negatives up to 2 1/4 and 3 1/4 inches in size. Beseler still makes them.
Weakness:
Older models are difficult to align left to right, no wall mount kit avaiable. I've used the 23C since 1981 and I have three of them. Great enlargers and accessories & parts are easy to obtain. Customer Service Beseler has very good customer support. Call them at 1-800 BESELER (800-237-3537) or 908.862.7999.
Similar Products Used: I've used a Bogen 6x6 & Durst enlargers. I like th e23C better |
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[Jan 03, 2004]
R_ODonnell
Intermediate
Strength:
stability, adjustability, quality
Weakness:
Haven't found any yet. The quality of this item is outstanding. Compared to an Omega D, the Beseler is comparable in sturdiness and surpasses the D in options. Similar Products Used: Omega D, D2, and D3 |
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[Sep 21, 2000]
paul robinson
Professional
Strength:
can handle all medium format negatives, sturdy,well built
Weakness:
had to replace elevation crank once I would buy another one if the need ever arises,very happy with the preformance, the only reason I dont rate it higher is because nothing is prefect. I just wish everything I buy was as reliable as this. its on it 12th year and still going strong Customer Service very helpfull Similar Products Used: none, I think I have the best |
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[Oct 25, 2000]
Chad Puerling
Expert
Strength:
Well built and fully adjustable.
Weakness:
If the grears on each side aren't set just right you can have a parralax problem. A solid performer. Customer Service Never used. Similar Products Used: As a teacher I've used a lot of enlargers and this is one of the best. |
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[Jan 04, 2001]
Mark Stedman
Intermediate
Strength:
Rock solid build. Very easy to get parts from eB*y. Handles up to 6x9 cm negs with the right mask. Wide availability of cold lamps and dichroic heads.
Weakness:
None? Get a cold lamp and a good lens for it and you'll be very happy with your print quality. This is one of those pieces of equipment that you can own for 20 years and never need to upgrade. Customer Service Pretty good. They have their manuals online, from which I was able to figure out how to assemble some things, as mine was a bit of a basket case when I purchased it (23-CII XL) Similar Products Used: None. |
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[Jan 11, 2001]
shant neshanian
Beginner
Strength:
very stable
Weakness:
none very good product, would recomend. stable and reliable. Similar Products Used: None |
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[Jun 22, 2001]
Nao Yokoyama
Intermediate
Strength:
Very Affordable, easy to use and assemble and with a reliable sturdy build. Attach a dichroic head and it does Black and white graded and variable contrast as well as colour papers.
Weakness:
None so far. The cyan filter was unhinged by shipping but it snapped back into place without a problem. Not one regret. Very good product. Customer Service There if you need to know which part goes with which model. Similar Products Used: Old Beseler Condenser Enlarger |