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Entirely of my own design, the innovation in 2008 was the Razzlok II, a low profile device measuring only 20mm in thickness and spring
loaded to hold a standard 4x5 double dark in less than a second. A slip in ground glass screen tops off the Razzlok, giving it simplistic operation. A camera such as the Razzle should remain a simple
device, so any useless appendage introduced in an attempt to justify a high price has been avoided. |
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I have often thought the operation of the old Graflok to be 'like setting a bear trap!' When compared to the silky smooth action of the
Razzlok II, it certainly feels that way. Both backs weigh 350g, both are identical in height, but the Razzlok is faster and much more compact. The
Razzlok II does not accept any holders other than standard double darks and the ground glass
screen. Why would anyone shoot rollfilm when a much larger 4x5 inch sheet neg is possible....unless it's the 6x12 format! |
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Research and development of the Polaroid Razzle |
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Before using the adhesive I selected for attaching the Razzlok adapter to the camera body, I decided to have my research and
development team test the product....as you can see, after many attempts to separate the two tennis balls bonded to a plastic handle, the team were unable to destroy the bond....... |
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I've been quite busy lately fabricating the key components that go into the 4x5 backs. The material used is predominantly high grade
aluminium. The adapters (not shown here) are fashioned from machine made 19mm MDF. Bonded together as a unit makes for a very strong, light and durable Razzlok. |
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