Mark Carstens
22-Apr-2010, 21:34
I never thought I’d be posting this thread, but I’m giving serious thought to selling my Arca Swiss Model C 8x10 system. I can already hear it… “What!? Are you crazy?” Possibly, but that’s a story for another time. ;) Bottom line: I need some feedback on value.
If you’re new to the forum or unfamiliar with the Model C iteration of the Arca Swiss line, this camera includes both front and rear base AND axis tilts (kind of a pre-Orbix innovation that serves a similar purpose). In addition, it has both front and rear swing and shift. That’s right, more movements than I should be allowed to have! And did I mention that it’s a dream to use? Relatively light weight, easy to pack (at least in my experience), quick to set up, and very precise – what more could you want from a camera? Wait a minute…why AM I leaning toward selling this? :p
At any rate, my Arca 8x10 system is probably in the neighborhood of 25 years old, but was very recently overhauled from stem to stern by Bob Watkins at Precision Camera Works and the bellows were replaced with a new, longer set. In short, the clock has been rolled back and the camera is currently in almost new condition, save for a few surface scratches on the standard frames. In the words of Mr. Watkins, “It’ll serve you well for another 25 years.”
Some other particulars that might be of interest…
• Ground glass is in good shape, but a spare (glass is fine, but the grid has worn off in spots) will be included as will a canham gg protector.
• The camera packs in a custom-made carrying case
• It can be fitted with either with an upgraded rail combination 40cm and 15cm (F-Line) plus old-style bracket OR an old-style 40cm plus 18/22cm split rail plus old-style bracket.
• Compendium lens shade in excellent condition
• Arca to Linhof Technika lens board adapter (I have both OEM and custom-made -- on recessed board -- version)
• 8x10/4x5 reducer board and 4x5 ground glass holder with bail back – (with canham gg protector)
I’m still working out the price for this stuff…gotta find my scattered collection of notes. My interest is not in making a killing, rather in recovering my investment. My first inclination is to run this out as a full system, including all of the items listed below and if there’s no interest, repost with itemized prices.
In the meantime, any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
~Mark
If you’re new to the forum or unfamiliar with the Model C iteration of the Arca Swiss line, this camera includes both front and rear base AND axis tilts (kind of a pre-Orbix innovation that serves a similar purpose). In addition, it has both front and rear swing and shift. That’s right, more movements than I should be allowed to have! And did I mention that it’s a dream to use? Relatively light weight, easy to pack (at least in my experience), quick to set up, and very precise – what more could you want from a camera? Wait a minute…why AM I leaning toward selling this? :p
At any rate, my Arca 8x10 system is probably in the neighborhood of 25 years old, but was very recently overhauled from stem to stern by Bob Watkins at Precision Camera Works and the bellows were replaced with a new, longer set. In short, the clock has been rolled back and the camera is currently in almost new condition, save for a few surface scratches on the standard frames. In the words of Mr. Watkins, “It’ll serve you well for another 25 years.”
Some other particulars that might be of interest…
• Ground glass is in good shape, but a spare (glass is fine, but the grid has worn off in spots) will be included as will a canham gg protector.
• The camera packs in a custom-made carrying case
• It can be fitted with either with an upgraded rail combination 40cm and 15cm (F-Line) plus old-style bracket OR an old-style 40cm plus 18/22cm split rail plus old-style bracket.
• Compendium lens shade in excellent condition
• Arca to Linhof Technika lens board adapter (I have both OEM and custom-made -- on recessed board -- version)
• 8x10/4x5 reducer board and 4x5 ground glass holder with bail back – (with canham gg protector)
I’m still working out the price for this stuff…gotta find my scattered collection of notes. My interest is not in making a killing, rather in recovering my investment. My first inclination is to run this out as a full system, including all of the items listed below and if there’s no interest, repost with itemized prices.
In the meantime, any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
~Mark