Want to Buy WTB: Ansco 5x7

brian steinberger · Jan 16, 2015

I'm looking for an Ansco 5x7. Preferably the model with front lens tilt. Condition is not too much a concern as I will probably restore the camera. Just as long as everything is there and solid.

Anyone?

scaringi · Jan 17, 2015

Hi, Brian.

I do not have an Ansco but I do have a RHS 5x7 that was my camera for years. It needs some work but is useable. I posted some pics of it in this thread: (there was a url link here which no longer exists)

Let me know if you're interested and I'll provide more details.

Paul

Mainecoonmaniac · Jan 17, 2015

Look on ebay. I got my wood flatbed Ansco for $250. It's gray with funky red bellows. It's lighter than my Sinar F 4x5.

Old-N-Feeble · Jan 17, 2015

Any interest in a Burke and James?

Mark Crabtree · Jan 17, 2015

Brian,

I've got one I've been meaning to list here. It is in decent useable condition, but would be a nice restoration candidate too. I'll PM later.

Mark

Mainecoonmaniac · Jan 17, 2015

Take a look at this gem.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=301490849200

Old-N-Feeble · Jan 17, 2015

Mainecoonmaniac said:
Take a look at this gem.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=301490849200

WOW... that's a nice one. It has the 4x5 reducing back instead of 5x7 though. Mine is not pretty but it does have the 5x7 back.

canuhead · Jan 18, 2015

there's one on LFPF, posted yesterday.

nevermind. saw same camera here in FS:

brian steinberger · Jan 18, 2015

Thanks guys for these posts! I have my eye on a few that APUGers have shown me.

brian steinberger · Jan 18, 2015

Mainecoonmaniac said:
Take a look at this gem.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=301490849200

Any chance you have a standard 5x7 back for it? Beautiful camera

mdarnton · Jan 18, 2015

Don't buy a B&J without an extension track! (That Ebay one doesn't have it). You get 15" of draw without one, out of nearly 25" that the bellows is capable of, and you will never find one if you don't get it with the camera! 15" is barely enough for 4x5, not enough for 5x7.

Anyway, the Ansco is a much more ergonomic camera to use. The main advantage of the B&J is more and bigger swings and shifts.

I have one of each, and greatly prefer the Ansco. The swings, etc., though less, are certainly sufficient. On the Ansco, the extension is built in, always there, and slides out the back from the main track body, so you always have it with you.

Old-N-Feeble · Jan 18, 2015

brian steinberger said:
Any chance you have a standard 5x7 back for it? Beautiful camera

If you buy that gorgeous eBay camera... I have a 5x7 back for it... but mine is painted black and not as pretty. I can exchange for your 4x5 back plus some difference.

I MUCH prefer dealing via eBay and I don't think such a trade is possible via eBay.

Mainecoonmaniac · Jan 18, 2015

Yes I do

brian steinberger said:
Any chance you have a standard 5x7 back for it? Beautiful camera

It's a Burke and James camera and has a standard 5x7 back. It's battle scarred but I love using it. It's compact and light.

howellru · Jan 19, 2015

I have a 193o's 5x7 Ansco like you're wanting. Although not restored, it has been well taken care of, has no light leaks, and everything works as it should. PM me if you are intereted.

brian steinberger · Jan 19, 2015

Thanks everyone for all the information and offers! I am a bit overwhelmed by all the offers I've received! I'm still deciding but should be making a decision soon.

brian steinberger · Jan 20, 2015

Found one! Thanks everyone. I was overwhelmed by the offers!

Want to Buy WTB: Ansco 5x7

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