Old Polaroid
Oct 23, 2014 20:49:30 #
Sorting through some old stuff today I came across a Polaroid Land Camera, a Speedliner Model 95B. Quite sure it was bought by my grandfather in the 1950's. Still in the box with manual and has obviously seen very little, if any, use. Now I know old cameras are usually not worth much but if anybody out there thinks I'm wrong about this one, please advise.
Oct 23, 2014 20:54:31 #
They are selling on ebay for between $30 - $115 depending on condition and accessories.
Oct 23, 2014 20:56:31 #
There are several listed on ebay ranging from $10.00 to $90.00. Not much for a classic.
Oct 23, 2014 22:39:01 #
I could be mistaken, but I thought there was an article a while back about someone or other making the film for those. Maybe that will help the value somewhat.
Oct 24, 2014 00:11:56 #
dennisallard wrote:
Now I know old cameras are usually not worth much but if anybody out there thinks I'm wrong about this one, please advise.
No. I think you're right. It's not worth much other than sentimental value and no one pays extra for that.
Oct 24, 2014 07:09:31 #
birdmann
Loc: Raleigh, NC, USA
Mike D. wrote:
I could be mistaken, but I thought there was an article a while back about someone or other making the film for those. Maybe that will help the value somewhat.
I have seen Fuji brand Polaroid Land pack film. But I don't think that they are making film for the older roll film Polaroid Land cameras.
Oct 24, 2014 19:47:03 #
birdmann wrote:
I have seen Fuji brand Polaroid Land pack film. But I don't think that they are making film for the older roll film Polaroid Land cameras.
You are right, I mis-read that film type. I think Larry made a good point too though, there isn't much of a market for sentimental value when it comes to Polaroid.
Although it brings to mind an old and funky joke.
Q: What does an Eskimo get when he sits on the ice too long?
A: Polar-roids.
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