Marc_Andrew
3-Oct-2012, 07:16
I just purchased what I think is nice condition black C1. However, I'm not sure if it's actually a C1! I'd love to know more!
There's a rectangular plate in the front that says CALUMET CAMERA 8X10. Serial number 1406. All the knobs are metal. No plastic knobs. It came with a 12" Kodak Commercial Ektar in a #4 Acme shutter that looks like it's never been used. Bellows extend to around 32 inches. It also has a little chrome bubble level mounted by the handle that looks original. It's all very clean. It weighs 17 lbs on my digital scale without the lens and lens board.
Is this a C1?
Lastly,
1. What is the longest lens I would be able to use for head and shoulders portraits and not be up in someone's face?
2. I'm completely new to 8x10 - do you have recommendations on how to care for the camera? Do the racks need to be lubricated?
Thanks!
Marc
There's a rectangular plate in the front that says CALUMET CAMERA 8X10. Serial number 1406. All the knobs are metal. No plastic knobs. It came with a 12" Kodak Commercial Ektar in a #4 Acme shutter that looks like it's never been used. Bellows extend to around 32 inches. It also has a little chrome bubble level mounted by the handle that looks original. It's all very clean. It weighs 17 lbs on my digital scale without the lens and lens board.
Is this a C1?
Lastly,
1. What is the longest lens I would be able to use for head and shoulders portraits and not be up in someone's face?
2. I'm completely new to 8x10 - do you have recommendations on how to care for the camera? Do the racks need to be lubricated?
Thanks!
Marc