Vintage Camera Collection for Sale - Make Offer
Jan 24, 2019 09:15:18 #
It is time for me to reluctantly let go of my collection of 8 vintage cameras. This modest group has been assembled over the past 60+ years and I would prefer to sell the entire collection to someone that will keep and enjoy them as opposed to someone purchasing to resell for profit. I may entertain offers for individual cameras. This collection would look good behind glass and and I will say up front that all 8 should be professionally cleaned if one wishes to shoot with them although all do have shutter and iris in working condition. Mechanical accuracy is unknown since I have personally only used them for display purposes. I have tried, to the best of my ability, to describe the strengths and weakness of each unit below. They have been in climate controlled storage for the past 12 years but that doesn’t mean they are internally dust free. I will sweeten the deal if the entire collection is purchased as a unit by throwing in a Gossen Luna Pro light meter (not shown). Please don’t insult me with low ball offers and I will only accept PayPal. Thank you for looking and feel free to PM me with questions or offers.
From left to right (in photo 1)
A.) C.P. Goerz Berlin Folding Camera (may possibly be considered a view camera) - Dagor lens 1:6.8 F15cm, F6.8-F45, shutter speeds B,T,1,1/2,1/5,1/25,1/50,1/100,1/300. Lens S.N.488492, camera S.N. 836159. Very good condition, lens appears to work perfectly, bellows excellent, bubble level, focus in ft. 6-infinity, S.N on removable back is 5693159. It appears to have almost a double set of bellows to accommodate the lens swing and tilt mechanisms and the lens itself is on two tracks attached to the camera back via said bellows. The inside is partially made of wood and the inside of the film spool measures approximately 3 3/4 inches. The back and pressure plate are separate pieces. I believe this camera to be mechanically sound with leather completely intact and which could be polished to look near mint. The separate shutter release shows signs of wear and the camera case needs re-sewn.
B.) Kodak Jr. Six-16 Folding Camera, series III - S.N. 24032, Anastigmat Lens F6.3, 128mm F6.3-32; T,B,1/25,1/50,1/100 second. This piece is in excellent condition cosmetically and appears to work mechanically as designed. Accepts Kodak 616 film and the case is in excellent condition without dry rot or broken stitches.
C.) KODAK No.2-A Folding Cartridge Premo Camera. Patients 1902-1917; F stops F8, 16, 32, 64: Shutter speeds B,T,1/25,1/50,1/100. The focus is in feet and meters and the shutter and iris appear to work as designed. The lens is on tracks and the back of the camera says film No. 116. The bellows are intact but their black covering is in need of repair. There is one cosmetic leather section missing from the front of the body which is visible only when the camera is in the folded up position. I believe this camera is a good candidate to be refurbished, however, I have just displayed and enjoyed it as is.
D.) Eastman Kodak No.1 Autographic Special Folding Camera. The front of the camera is marked “Wollensak Optical Co. Optimo No.1”. Baush & Lomb Anastigmat No.1 lens, F6.3, S.N. 2348754, Patient June 14, 1910. The very interesting “Autographic” part of this unit is a stylus type instrument attached to the back of the camera above a small trapdoor in which one could presumably make notations directly onto the film. The lens is on tracks. I consider this to be in outstanding cosmetic condition and everything appears to work mechanically well. One edge of the leather needs a touch of glue but, otherwise, to the best of my knowledge, it’s ready to display or shoot (professional cleaning still recommended before use). The carrying case appears to be made of soft calf skin and is in very good condition without evidence of dry rot.
E.) Zeiss Ikon Telma Folding Camera with Novar-Anastigmat lens, 1:4.5 F11cm. S.N. 71606. The shutter speeds include T,B,1/25, 1/50,1/100,1/125, and the F stops range from F4.5-F32. Inside, there appears to have been some less than professional work done on the pressure plate and the lens looks cloudy to me but perhaps a good cleaning would clear it up since I can find no scratches. This camera is in very good cosmetic condition and both the shutter and iris appear to be working. The back of the camera has “Nettar 515/2” stamped into the leather along with the Zeiss Ikon insignia. The empty film spool appears to be approximately 120 size. I believe this camera could be made functional or simply put behind glass to enjoy as is.
F.) Voitlander Bessa Folding Camera with Anastigmat Voigtar 1:7.7, F 10.5cm lens, F7.7-F22, shutter speeds T,B,1/25, & 1/75. A camera with history! This camera was found discarded on the street by a soldier when the Allies entered Berlin. The story I have been told over the years is that it appears to have a small caliber bullet hole in the upper left corner of the camera body. I am slightly skeptical since it is not a “through and through” shot, however, it is possible that the story is accurate (we will never know). The camera appears to be functional if the hole were covered. If only this camera could talk! The carrying case is in rough shape with some dry rotting.
G.) Argus 35mm Rangefinder with flash, case, & box of Sylvia flash bulbs (not shown). Argus Cintar 50mm lens. The shutter speed dial needs repair but all parts are included with shutter speeds from 1/10-1/300 and F stops from 3.5 to 18. After said repair, it would be cosmetically good and probably very usable.
H.) Detrola Model H Camera with Detrola Anastigmat telescoping F4.5 lens, F4.5-F22, shutter speeds B,1/25,1/50/1/100/1/200. Focus in feet from 3 to infinity. This interesting little camera was made in Detroit, Michigan and appears to accept 120 film. Of all the cameras, this one could benefit the most from a cosmetic cleaning which I have been reluctant to do. I know very little about this unit but the shutter and iris appear to work fine and, as with the others above, I believe this light weight little gem could be functional.
From left to right (in photo 1)
A.) C.P. Goerz Berlin Folding Camera (may possibly be considered a view camera) - Dagor lens 1:6.8 F15cm, F6.8-F45, shutter speeds B,T,1,1/2,1/5,1/25,1/50,1/100,1/300. Lens S.N.488492, camera S.N. 836159. Very good condition, lens appears to work perfectly, bellows excellent, bubble level, focus in ft. 6-infinity, S.N on removable back is 5693159. It appears to have almost a double set of bellows to accommodate the lens swing and tilt mechanisms and the lens itself is on two tracks attached to the camera back via said bellows. The inside is partially made of wood and the inside of the film spool measures approximately 3 3/4 inches. The back and pressure plate are separate pieces. I believe this camera to be mechanically sound with leather completely intact and which could be polished to look near mint. The separate shutter release shows signs of wear and the camera case needs re-sewn.
B.) Kodak Jr. Six-16 Folding Camera, series III - S.N. 24032, Anastigmat Lens F6.3, 128mm F6.3-32; T,B,1/25,1/50,1/100 second. This piece is in excellent condition cosmetically and appears to work mechanically as designed. Accepts Kodak 616 film and the case is in excellent condition without dry rot or broken stitches.
C.) KODAK No.2-A Folding Cartridge Premo Camera. Patients 1902-1917; F stops F8, 16, 32, 64: Shutter speeds B,T,1/25,1/50,1/100. The focus is in feet and meters and the shutter and iris appear to work as designed. The lens is on tracks and the back of the camera says film No. 116. The bellows are intact but their black covering is in need of repair. There is one cosmetic leather section missing from the front of the body which is visible only when the camera is in the folded up position. I believe this camera is a good candidate to be refurbished, however, I have just displayed and enjoyed it as is.
D.) Eastman Kodak No.1 Autographic Special Folding Camera. The front of the camera is marked “Wollensak Optical Co. Optimo No.1”. Baush & Lomb Anastigmat No.1 lens, F6.3, S.N. 2348754, Patient June 14, 1910. The very interesting “Autographic” part of this unit is a stylus type instrument attached to the back of the camera above a small trapdoor in which one could presumably make notations directly onto the film. The lens is on tracks. I consider this to be in outstanding cosmetic condition and everything appears to work mechanically well. One edge of the leather needs a touch of glue but, otherwise, to the best of my knowledge, it’s ready to display or shoot (professional cleaning still recommended before use). The carrying case appears to be made of soft calf skin and is in very good condition without evidence of dry rot.
E.) Zeiss Ikon Telma Folding Camera with Novar-Anastigmat lens, 1:4.5 F11cm. S.N. 71606. The shutter speeds include T,B,1/25, 1/50,1/100,1/125, and the F stops range from F4.5-F32. Inside, there appears to have been some less than professional work done on the pressure plate and the lens looks cloudy to me but perhaps a good cleaning would clear it up since I can find no scratches. This camera is in very good cosmetic condition and both the shutter and iris appear to be working. The back of the camera has “Nettar 515/2” stamped into the leather along with the Zeiss Ikon insignia. The empty film spool appears to be approximately 120 size. I believe this camera could be made functional or simply put behind glass to enjoy as is.
F.) Voitlander Bessa Folding Camera with Anastigmat Voigtar 1:7.7, F 10.5cm lens, F7.7-F22, shutter speeds T,B,1/25, & 1/75. A camera with history! This camera was found discarded on the street by a soldier when the Allies entered Berlin. The story I have been told over the years is that it appears to have a small caliber bullet hole in the upper left corner of the camera body. I am slightly skeptical since it is not a “through and through” shot, however, it is possible that the story is accurate (we will never know). The camera appears to be functional if the hole were covered. If only this camera could talk! The carrying case is in rough shape with some dry rotting.
G.) Argus 35mm Rangefinder with flash, case, & box of Sylvia flash bulbs (not shown). Argus Cintar 50mm lens. The shutter speed dial needs repair but all parts are included with shutter speeds from 1/10-1/300 and F stops from 3.5 to 18. After said repair, it would be cosmetically good and probably very usable.
H.) Detrola Model H Camera with Detrola Anastigmat telescoping F4.5 lens, F4.5-F22, shutter speeds B,1/25,1/50/1/100/1/200. Focus in feet from 3 to infinity. This interesting little camera was made in Detroit, Michigan and appears to accept 120 film. Of all the cameras, this one could benefit the most from a cosmetic cleaning which I have been reluctant to do. I know very little about this unit but the shutter and iris appear to work fine and, as with the others above, I believe this light weight little gem could be functional.
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Jan 24, 2019 09:26:55 #
Old Timer
Loc: Greenfield, In.
Great history but unfortunately most folks under thirty have no idea of what they are looking at. It would be a good gift to a museum if you could find one that is interested. How about a local historical society? I can remember the old cameras from the early forties and the photographer telling me to look at the birdy I thought he was the biggest liar at that time, one of my first memories when I was three.
Jan 24, 2019 10:01:53 #
Old Timer wrote:
Great history but unfortunately most folks under thirty have no idea of what they are looking at. It would be a good gift to a museum if you could find one that is interested. How about a local historical society? I can remember the old cameras from the early forties and the photographer telling me to look at the birdy I thought he was the biggest liar at that time, one of my first memories when I was three.
Lol...You may be right about the under thirty crowd but I think you’re selling the UHH membership short. I believe there are many members that know exactly what I have here and will appreciate the historical value and condition. We’ll have to wait and see but I’m glad you enjoyed looking and have a good day.
Jan 24, 2019 18:20:45 #
As the OP, I have received questions about what I would consider “low ball” offers. At this point, I would think anything much below $500 for the entire collection as a low ball offer. Thanks again for looking and I hope this clarifies the issue.
Jan 25, 2019 07:42:51 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
Dbez1 wrote:
It is time for me to reluctantly let go of my coll... (show quote)
No one has any idea what you would consider a low ball offer since you haven't listed an asking price.
Jan 25, 2019 08:12:09 #
leftj wrote:
No one has any idea what you would consider a low ball offer since you haven't listed an asking price.
An offer of $1000 should get the subject moving along...
Jan 25, 2019 08:13:51 #
Jan 25, 2019 09:02:53 #
WilliamD wrote:
An offer of $1000 should get the subject moving along...
Thanks William for your bid and I’ll add it to the list. I’m still accepting offers through the weekend though.
Jan 25, 2019 09:17:42 #
rando
Loc: Rochester NY
You might consider a donation to the George Eastman Museum in Rochester, NY.
Jan 25, 2019 22:01:37 #
I am interested in the argus , mainly because of the flash , what are you asking for it.
Jan 26, 2019 08:21:03 #
Jan 26, 2019 10:35:38 #
$1000 for those cameras, get both feet back on earth. $100 to $150 which would be the long dollar for them. Have sold the same cameras in the picture last summer for $110.00. All were working cameras. Problem came that some use film not made anymore. Do your cameras have no pin holds in them? How is the lenses? Don't like to rain on your day, but that true.
Jan 26, 2019 10:50:17 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
Quinn 4 wrote:
$1000 for those cameras, get both feet back on earth. $100 to $150 which would be the long dollar for them. Have sold the same cameras in the picture last summer for $110.00. All were working cameras. Problem came that some use film not made anymore. Do your cameras have no pin holds in them? How is the lenses? Don't like to rain on your day, but that true.
That was a joke. Lighten up and find that sense of humor.
Jan 26, 2019 23:23:18 #
Quinn 4 wrote:
$1000 for those cameras, get both feet back on earth. $100 to $150 which would be the long dollar for them. Have sold the same cameras in the picture last summer for $110.00. All were working cameras. Problem came that some use film not made anymore. Do your cameras have no pin holds in them? How is the lenses? Don't like to rain on your day, but that true.
“the same cameras”...what are the chances???
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