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This is a camera that I put together myself after getting Burke and James Commercial View standards without the 8x10 bed. The standards instead Ride on the bed from a 5x7 commercial view since the hardware is similar. The advantage of this is that the camera weighs very little and packs up nice and small. The focusing is also done with the rear standard since the front one is stationary.
The bellows is light tight and all of the hardware is still with the camera. I'll also throw in the carriages from the 8x10 bed incase you manage to find a doner camera. There is also an extension rail which brings the bellows draw out to 25in or so. Copal 3 lens board included as well.
One thing to note is that the rear standard is a bit floppy if the track locks on the carriage isn't engaged--I didn't have a huge problem with it, but it can be a little annoying at times. The springs on the back are also a little stiff due to their age, and sometimes it was easier to take off the back and slide the holder in off camera instead of risking moving the camera or tripod.
Looking for $350+shipping. Payment through paypal.
The bellows is light tight and all of the hardware is still with the camera. I'll also throw in the carriages from the 8x10 bed incase you manage to find a doner camera. There is also an extension rail which brings the bellows draw out to 25in or so. Copal 3 lens board included as well.
One thing to note is that the rear standard is a bit floppy if the track locks on the carriage isn't engaged--I didn't have a huge problem with it, but it can be a little annoying at times. The springs on the back are also a little stiff due to their age, and sometimes it was easier to take off the back and slide the holder in off camera instead of risking moving the camera or tripod.
Looking for $350+shipping. Payment through paypal.
