View Full Version : Thoughts on Bausch and Lomb 1c dated 1903
joelkphoto
18-Oct-2015, 11:53
What do you guys think?
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Dan Fromm
18-Oct-2015, 12:02
It wasn't made in 1903, it was made no earlier than 1915. It is an early f/4.5 Tessar, focal length not engraved on the lens (probably 6.5 inches, 163 mm). It is barrel, will be useless on most 4x5 cameras.
I'd pass on it, wait for a lens in shutter. Unless, of course, you have a 4x5 Speed Graphic or other camera with a focal plane shutter. If you do you can use it as is. Otherwise, not.
diversey
18-Oct-2015, 12:05
Go to my blogpost below and look at Lincoln Statue picture. I used a similar lens (5x7).
joelkphoto
18-Oct-2015, 13:02
Thanks guys! I do have a speed graphic but still on the fence about this one.
J
www.joelkphotography.com
Taija71A
18-Oct-2015, 13:43
What do you guys think?
Is a Lens Flange included with this Lens?
I did not see one shown... In the Listing.
Therefore, I too would definitely 'Pass' on this specific sample (*Especially at the BIN Price).
-Tim.
Mark Sawyer
18-Oct-2015, 14:45
For someone getting into wet plate, it would be a lovely $40 lens...
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