ELLII
12-Apr-2024, 14:52
Friends ...
I am new to this forum, but not new to large format. I have a Toyo 45A 4x5 that I have used extensively in the past.
I recently was given a Deardorff 8x10 that someone was about to throw out. I know... unbelievable.
It seems to be in working order and in decent shape, but I would like to get the wood refinished and the metal parts refurbished cosmetically. Does anyone have suggestions for someone who has experience in doing this professionally? I also need to have the bellows checked out. They seem okay with a quick flashlight inspection, but I wan't to double check this.
It came with a 4x5 reducing back and I would like to replace that with an original 8x10 back. Where can I find one?
The bottom metal tripod plate is heavily scratched. Any recommendations on getting that cleaned up or finding a replacement?
The camera serial # is 3569. Can anyone estimate the age based on that? My guess is that the camera is from the 1950s, but I really am unsure.
In advance, thanks for any help.
... Ed
I am new to this forum, but not new to large format. I have a Toyo 45A 4x5 that I have used extensively in the past.
I recently was given a Deardorff 8x10 that someone was about to throw out. I know... unbelievable.
It seems to be in working order and in decent shape, but I would like to get the wood refinished and the metal parts refurbished cosmetically. Does anyone have suggestions for someone who has experience in doing this professionally? I also need to have the bellows checked out. They seem okay with a quick flashlight inspection, but I wan't to double check this.
It came with a 4x5 reducing back and I would like to replace that with an original 8x10 back. Where can I find one?
The bottom metal tripod plate is heavily scratched. Any recommendations on getting that cleaned up or finding a replacement?
The camera serial # is 3569. Can anyone estimate the age based on that? My guess is that the camera is from the 1950s, but I really am unsure.
In advance, thanks for any help.
... Ed