This is REALLY a pretty camera.
It is an Ernemann Heag II, Series II in remarkable condition for any age, let alone 100 years. The leather is not even worn. There are no Zeiss bumps (because Zeiss didn't exist yet?). There are some small holes where someone, once upon a time, mounted an external rangefinder, but they are tiny and easily missed.
Someone loved this camera, which reeks quality. The bellows are still supple and tight. The rails rust-free, smooth operating. It feels like a camera that was purchased, new, five years ago and gently used. It might be 1914 again.
Who bought it? No clue. But, it still has the original dealer's plate on top, from a shop in Copenhagen.
The camera is not only beautiful but fully functional. Find some 9 by 12 Ernemann plate holders, you're in business. The pneumatic shutter works flawlessly and very quietly at all speeds. The lens -- an Ernemann Dekectiv Aplenat f 6.3, is clear, fungus free, scratch free, oil free, and not burdened with any modern "lens coatings" to sully the pureness of your images.
It has the original bubble level, still working. The mirror in the viewfinder is somewhat grungy. This is the camera's only flaw that I can see.
The front standard has rises, no tilts. I love the little engraving of the Ernemann logo on the front bed. Very Art Deco.
Original strap with metal fittings is still holding strong.
This camera was donated by a friend who is culling his spares and wants to help Ogden's food bank, operated by Catholic Community Services. I'll have some other equally interesting items in the next couple of days.
If you doubt that this is legit, call the food bank director, Marci Valdez, 801-394-5944, she'll vouch for me.
I am asking $100, which includes postage in the United States (outside must include actual cost), for this really lovely piece. I think this is low considering this camera's condition. Please ponder the pictures and the purpose. Larger donation always acceptable, but first money to my paypal -- summicron12000@yahoo.com -- takes it.
Every penny of the $100 will go to the food bank. I eat the shipping, insured.
Ogden's hungry get good food, you get a good camera. Heck of a deal.
Thanks
Charlie Trentelman
Ogden, Utah
summicron12000@yahoo.com
http://charlestrentelman.blogspot.com/2014/09/postcards-from-past-when-letters-took.html
It is an Ernemann Heag II, Series II in remarkable condition for any age, let alone 100 years. The leather is not even worn. There are no Zeiss bumps (because Zeiss didn't exist yet?). There are some small holes where someone, once upon a time, mounted an external rangefinder, but they are tiny and easily missed.
Someone loved this camera, which reeks quality. The bellows are still supple and tight. The rails rust-free, smooth operating. It feels like a camera that was purchased, new, five years ago and gently used. It might be 1914 again.
Who bought it? No clue. But, it still has the original dealer's plate on top, from a shop in Copenhagen.
The camera is not only beautiful but fully functional. Find some 9 by 12 Ernemann plate holders, you're in business. The pneumatic shutter works flawlessly and very quietly at all speeds. The lens -- an Ernemann Dekectiv Aplenat f 6.3, is clear, fungus free, scratch free, oil free, and not burdened with any modern "lens coatings" to sully the pureness of your images.
It has the original bubble level, still working. The mirror in the viewfinder is somewhat grungy. This is the camera's only flaw that I can see.
The front standard has rises, no tilts. I love the little engraving of the Ernemann logo on the front bed. Very Art Deco.
Original strap with metal fittings is still holding strong.
This camera was donated by a friend who is culling his spares and wants to help Ogden's food bank, operated by Catholic Community Services. I'll have some other equally interesting items in the next couple of days.
If you doubt that this is legit, call the food bank director, Marci Valdez, 801-394-5944, she'll vouch for me.
I am asking $100, which includes postage in the United States (outside must include actual cost), for this really lovely piece. I think this is low considering this camera's condition. Please ponder the pictures and the purpose. Larger donation always acceptable, but first money to my paypal -- summicron12000@yahoo.com -- takes it.
Every penny of the $100 will go to the food bank. I eat the shipping, insured.
Ogden's hungry get good food, you get a good camera. Heck of a deal.
Thanks
Charlie Trentelman
Ogden, Utah
summicron12000@yahoo.com
http://charlestrentelman.blogspot.com/2014/09/postcards-from-past-when-letters-took.html
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