I've been quoted for the same $1380 on both new 45AII and AII-L that I can't make decision (Toyo's price is cheaper here in Thailand:-). The two are only different in lens board. Below are summaries that I know of.

1. Linhof/Wista board are smaller that make them more useful in the field.
2. LinhofWista board are widely used by other field cameras that will be useful if I buy another field camera in the future.
3. I want a recessed board for 75/58 mm. lens and I don't know how expensive Wista recessed boards are and how difficult you get the control. Since Toyo recessed boards are bigger and are the same size as my Arca boards that I think is good to get the control, I think Toyo recessed boards are better in this point.

That leads me to the question. If you were to choose between Toyo Toyo 45AII and AII-L, what would you do? And why? which recessed boards are cheaper between Toyo and Wista? B+H lists Wista recessed board for $276!!! I guess about $80 for Toyo. Where can I buy this Linhof/Wista recessed board at a reasonable price?

Please Help. Thank you.