Help/Advice on Camera+Lens Value pls

[Steven Tribe]

Only a small percentage of lenses go above this price. Do not compare with other "real" Voigtländers of the same length.

[franeq]

I found listing on ebay which ended by 1010 E (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Messigobje...-/281028507252 - exactly the same lens as mine, for repair), i found it on collect blend (600mm Coke linse, not 480 mm), so i have some feeling about price.

I still dont change my mind, heard your opinion, I don`t collect lens, I will never sell you this lens. I make photos, and I`m going to take great shots with this lens anyway, do you shot yours cameras and lenses?

[Steven Tribe]

You asked for my opinion (by PM) and others (here) generally about this lens and it's value. I have actually owned a couple of the Cooke Voigtländers, but not kept them. Of course, you will find examples of competitive bidding - even on items with only specialist appeal. Most bidders at the auction you mentioned gave up around 400 euros.

Sorry I didn't give the answer you wanted to see - and I don't use PMs to purchase equipment unless through the for sale thread.

Hi,
This is a big example of the Cooke series II which Voigtländer licenced around 1900, before they developed the Heliar triplet!
They are very well made - I have owned 2 of these.
I assume your camera is a 30x40cm reisekamera? I have 2 of these too.
My catalogue says the 48cm size will cover 24x30cm. It may cover 30x40cm with small apertures!
It is the 60cm (the largest made) that covers 30x40cm.

The modified serial number will effect value a little - probably around 300-400 euros on ebay.
There are many lenses that can do the same.
Steven

Please try and be civil!

[franeq]

When i try, i will write coverage here, check it in catalogue and its about 24x31 as you write.