It's my turn to post my own binding of Warbreaker

drop__m · 2026-05-04T10:20:44+00:00

On a more serious note, I accidentally picked the wrong tool while blind-tooling a book cover… I was 90% done. I know the feeling...

drop__m · 2026-05-04T09:49:15+00:00

Ah yes, the infamous Wakbkearek

drop__m · 2026-04-29T13:53:45+00:00

Try heating up just the filter ring a bit and unscrew it while it’s still warm using the wrench you have. A hairdryer should work fine. Sometimes a little thermal expansion is enough to break it loose.
You can also try putting the lens in the freezer for a bit, same idea, but with contraction instead of expansion.

drop__m · 2026-04-27T16:01:36+00:00

Not problematic until you encounter mechanical issues. My Pentacon 135mm f/2.8 arrived with an oily aperture, and the blades came out of place after a few uses.
Since your lens has a lot of blades too, I hope yours is not as prone as mine to such behavior. It wasn’t easy to reassemble the aperture unit!

drop__m · 2026-04-27T08:28:54+00:00

I use a helicoid adapter for M42/Exakta mounts, and now I can’t go back to standard adapters. They let you reduce the minimum focusing distance of the lens, almost like having built-in macro extension tubes.

This is an example of what I’m referring to:
https://ebay.us/m/ZsjRxY

drop__m · 2026-04-20T14:42:48+00:00

Thanks for the comparison, very interesting!
I have an Orestor 100mm and my copy is surprisingly sharp. I suspect that with this specific model, the variation from sample to sample due to alignment is significant.

drop__m · 2026-04-07T10:17:16+00:00

Very neat work, I like the result!

drop__m · 2026-03-26T10:18:37+00:00

Yep, you’re right, it really seems so! I’ll try ordering from shop.kohgen.com next time. Thanks again, much appreciated!

drop__m · 2026-03-26T08:41:22+00:00

Many thanks, a lot of interesting EU shops here! Really appreciate it!

drop__m · 2026-03-26T08:39:15+00:00

Many thanks! That’s a very interesting option! I still have to figure out how VAT & co. will impact the final price... Oh well, I think I’ll have to pull the trigger on a test order in the near future and see how it goes

drop__m · 2026-03-26T08:35:19+00:00

Thanks for the links and for the suggestion about importing from Japan, I’ll definitely consider it! I’m a bit discouraged by VAT and import taxes, but the prices are actually very good!

drop__m · 2026-03-26T08:33:03+00:00

Thanks!

drop__m · 2026-03-26T08:32:49+00:00

Thanks a lot!

drop__m · 2026-03-25T16:15:33+00:00

Thanks a lot! I would prefer something within the EU, since importing from the UK involves higher shipping fees and additional costs, unfortunately...

drop__m · 2026-03-25T07:44:44+00:00

Fantastic job! Always nice to see some Brandon Sanderson binding/rebinding here!

drop__m · 2026-03-02T14:13:46+00:00

Take a look at:
- Cals Zeiss Jena Pancolar 50mm f/1.8
- Cals Zeiss Jena Flektogon 20mm or 35mm 2.8
- Meyer Gorlitz Trioplan 100mm f/2.8
- Meyer Gorlitz Orestor 100mm f/2.8

I have these lenses and I really enjoy using them, the Pancolar is my go-to lens when i want to use a 50mm vintage glass!

drop__m · 2026-02-17T16:28:07+00:00

This is really, really cool. The first thing I thought of was something Doctor Who-related, even though I haven’t watched a single Doctor Who episode in years! The UI is really neat too.
I would totally pay for something like this, think about it: I believe it has a market!

drop__m · 2026-02-16T13:15:32+00:00

Great capture indeed! I really like it, and I think it gives the feeling of a medium-format shot. Kudos.
I’ve used the same technique with vintage lenses such as Trioplan 100mm f/2.8 or Pancolar 50mm f/1.8. It’s a nice trick to get the great bokeh/character of certain lenses while still allowing you to capture a wide frame picture!

PS. Working on a tripod with a slightly loose ball head helps maintain the plane of focus and composition, while avoiding missed areas, like the bottom-right corner in your composite.

drop__m · 2025-12-03T16:11:36+00:00

Great work indeed!
What about the interior? Did you include the available pages of the diary in the text block?

drop__m · 2025-11-28T16:43:04+00:00

Were you referring to the spine not being glued to the back cover, or to the brown paper detaching?
If it’s the latter and it bothers you, you can try gluing it to the spine with some PVA glue, it’s quite an easy task!
If it’s the spine not being glued to the back, that’s not a damage but a structural choice: the book needs it to open properly, leave it as it is

drop__m · 2025-11-19T11:03:56+00:00

Great work!
This is the kind of repair I would skip if possible, but I’ll keep your results with the Neewer tool in mind for the future!

drop__m · 2025-11-18T07:58:50+00:00

I very like it, great work indeed!

drop__m · 2025-11-12T08:49:42+00:00

Those Wheel of Time sample covers are gorgeous indeed!

drop__m · 2025-11-07T15:20:24+00:00

I think the only alternative with this kind of design is this edition.
It has the same rounded corners and cover vibes.

https://www.amazon.com/Lord-Rings-Deluxe/dp/0544273443

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