A couple more cameras from friends Grandfather

campy51

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I am thinking of buying one of these cameras. I have used a Crown Graphic before and have film holders as well as a Mod 54 so I am wondering if I should go with the 4x5. Is the Graflex 5x7 and Korona 8x10 to expensive to start from scratch?
 

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Theo Sulphate

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The Graflex looks nice. I don't know enough about the 8x10 -- I'm sure others can tell you -- but the lens and shutter look very interesting.
 

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Camera 1 is a RB Auto post 1915. The RB Auto was made in 4x5 format from 1907 to 1940. The serial number for it and the other Graflex is on the view hood door behind the view hood.
http://www.graflex.org/graflex-products-list.html
That variable opening clamp holding the shutter on the view camera is a highly sought after item and can bring $200 easily by itself.
 

Len Robertson

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Be aware the RB Auto Graflex was also made in 3 1/4 X 4 1/4 film size, so it is worth measuring to be sure, if you intend to shoot with the camera. Being able to use 4X5 film directly out of the box is a lot handier than cutting 4X5 down to 3X4. Also most Graflex cameras use special film holders that are slotted along the two long edges. You can't use standard sheet film holders. If there are any slotted Graflex holders in this collection you want to get them. Holders can be found on eBay, but aren't common. The RB Auto is a nice camera if you wish to use longer focal length lenses since it has a long bellows draw.

If film cost for 5X7 or 8X10 is an issue, some people are using X-ray film cut down to size, or even make paper negatives from B&W printing paper. Both of those have drawbacks, but may be worth it for the cost saving. You can do a Google search for details on both methods.

The Graflex shown in your fourth picture looks to me like it is possibly a Home Portrait. If it a 5X7, has a revolving back, and front tilt movement, it is a Home Portrait. This is a rather rare and sought after Graflex. I don't follow Graflex prices very closely on eBay anymore so my guess of a value around $400 to $600 may not be really accurate, but it isn't a $150-200 Graflex either. Shutterfinger may have a better idea on value.

Len
 

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unless the 5x7 comes with the bag mag or film holders
they are not extremely easy to find. the 4x5 ones are
easy to find, bag mags ( a box that holds 12 sheets of film you cycle through )
are easy to find .. the 5x7 stuff, not so much.

good luck !
john
 

Alan Gales

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Do you shoot color? Shooting 8x10 color is expensive. I shoot 8x10 b&w and use a 4x5 reduction back for color myself.
 
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