Identifying a Ferrotype Camera

Mark Faulkner · Jan 28, 2018

Hi, Recently acquired this ferrotype camera and am having a hard time tracking down information on it. My guess so far is an American Minute Photo Co Champion Sleeve Machine, c. 1912 or 1913. It appears to be missing the nameplate and developing tank. Any information on the manufacturer and/or camera is appreciated! The next step will be to find dry plates for it.

-Mark

-Mark

EarlJam · Jan 28, 2018

That looks similar to the Glossick Direct Positive camera from the mid-late 40s. I had a Glossick from my dad's collection, which I gave to a friend who undertook restoration. In lieu of dry plates, you could try direct positive print paper.

http://www.christennyson.com/an-afghan-polaroid-project/

Mark Faulkner · Jan 28, 2018

Thanks for the information, I will look into direct positive print paper. I assume it can be developed using standard B&W chemicals like HC-110?

removed account4 · Jan 28, 2018

hi mark

it also looks similar to a mandelette ,,
they used to have a tank underneath, instead of chemicals inside like yours
they took proprietary paper and used proprietary developer to do direct reversals in-camera/intank

http://www.historiccamera.com/cgi-bin/librarium/pm.cgi?action=display&login=mandel-ette
http://www.vintagephoto.tv/mandelette.shtml
http://camerapedia.wikia.com/wiki/Mandel-ette

EarlJam · Jan 29, 2018

Mark Faulkner said:
Thanks for the information, I will look into direct positive print paper. I assume it can be developed using standard B&W chemicals like HC-110?

It's been many years since I last used positive paper. If memory serves, you develop it like a normal B+W print. Take a look at https://www.ilfordphoto.com/harman-direct-positive-paper-sheets?___store=ilford_brochure

Identifying a Ferrotype Camera

Mark Faulkner

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