OK, i am trying to get rid of these - so please, take them away no where to store.
All offers considered.
1: Graflex RB series B SN 125317 4X5 (1923-1942) with 161mm lens 100$
(there was a url link here which no longer exists)
It is a beater:
Viewing hood has a tear, and top handle is missing.
Other issues you would expect from a 100 year old camera.
the good:
Curtain shutter works on all speeds, but speeds are way off for the most part, but will most likely need restoring.
Lens bellows is good.
Lens glass has some fungus.
Exterior is fairly clean.
Mirror and ground glass are fairly clean and bright.
2: 4X5 speed graphic with 161mm F4.5 lens. 150$
(there was a url link here which no longer exists)
Condition:
missing leatherette on front and back panels.
Ground glass has a nice grid, but is fairly dark.
Lens is in fair condition, shutter works surprisingly well in almost all speeds, it does take a second or two for the cocking wind the correct speeds between shots, but then fires as it should. I guess this is how the old shutters work, also has a self timer~!
Curtain focal plain shutter works, but as you can imagine has nothing to do with actual speeds. I think if it is exercised enough it will come back to life.
Bellows needs some work, flaking here and there.
Bed drops nicely, all locks, gears levers and movement on this camera is perfect working condition.
I am guessing the rangefinder is calibrated for 135mm as it is slightly out of position compared to ground glass.
It is what it is - a beater 4X5, that could be a cool shooter with only a little bit of care.
Fix it up or use it for parts.
Questions welcome but please - no yackers, or blahblah ers.
Yes, they are a pile of dust\junk (depending on who you are).
Just buy them, or not.
Pick up in Boston, MA or shipping at actual cost.
Paypal OK - i pay the fees.
All offers considered.
1: Graflex RB series B SN 125317 4X5 (1923-1942) with 161mm lens 100$
(there was a url link here which no longer exists)
It is a beater:
Viewing hood has a tear, and top handle is missing.
Other issues you would expect from a 100 year old camera.
the good:
Curtain shutter works on all speeds, but speeds are way off for the most part, but will most likely need restoring.
Lens bellows is good.
Lens glass has some fungus.
Exterior is fairly clean.
Mirror and ground glass are fairly clean and bright.
2: 4X5 speed graphic with 161mm F4.5 lens. 150$
(there was a url link here which no longer exists)
Condition:
missing leatherette on front and back panels.
Ground glass has a nice grid, but is fairly dark.
Lens is in fair condition, shutter works surprisingly well in almost all speeds, it does take a second or two for the cocking wind the correct speeds between shots, but then fires as it should. I guess this is how the old shutters work, also has a self timer~!
Curtain focal plain shutter works, but as you can imagine has nothing to do with actual speeds. I think if it is exercised enough it will come back to life.
Bellows needs some work, flaking here and there.
Bed drops nicely, all locks, gears levers and movement on this camera is perfect working condition.
I am guessing the rangefinder is calibrated for 135mm as it is slightly out of position compared to ground glass.
It is what it is - a beater 4X5, that could be a cool shooter with only a little bit of care.
Fix it up or use it for parts.
Questions welcome but please - no yackers, or blahblah ers.
Yes, they are a pile of dust\junk (depending on who you are).
Just buy them, or not.
Pick up in Boston, MA or shipping at actual cost.
Paypal OK - i pay the fees.
