Linhof Serial Numbers

[mortensen]

Hi Bob,

A Linhof Color 4x5 (not Color Kardan) s/n 102828

Thanks a bunch :)

[Steven Tribe]

I believe this was sold in India!

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob,

A Linhof Color 4x5 (not Color Kardan) s/n 102828

Thanks a bunch :)

1963

[mortensen]

Thanks a lot, Bob - and you are right, Steven, it sat in a Mumbai flat until a month ago...

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks a lot, Bob - and you are right, Steven, it sat in a Mumbai flat until a month ago...

See you all almost had a lot of excitment according to our papers.

[Andrey Vorobyov]

Linhof publishes The Linhof Camera Story which is in English and German. That is probably the best. The current edition is by Peter Bauernschmid and Gerty Schlegel. Baurenschmid is the owner of Linhof and Schlegel was a longtime Linhof employee. Kerkmann is Nicholas Karpf's widow and was the factory owner after Karpf died and until Baurenschmid bought the factory. The version of the book that you listed is the first edition. The version I listed is the second and later edition.
So far I had a chance to get the 1st edition.
It is nowhere close in details as "Hasselblad compedium" by R.Nordin or "Rollei Report" by C.Prochnov but it is useful. I would recommend it to anyone who like me has nothing but random Linhof ADs. In the book there is no serial ## info, no accessory description, but the main Linhof cameras are listed (with photos), tech.specs are given, some differences are emphasized. Plus some historical information about Linhof company and few anecdotes.. -- Not bad for a start!
I'll get the last edition if there will be chance.

[MikeN]

Hi Bob,

what about 9821381 (Technikardan)?

Thanks! for that service.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob,

what about 9821381 (Technikardan)?

Thanks! for that service.

The TK series is too new and we don't track them. The original TK was made from 1985 to 1992. The TK S has been avaible since.

[tweenkle]

Hi.

Is the LT 76200 a model IV ?

In which year has it been made ?

Thanks.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi.

Is the LT 76200 a model IV ?

In which year has it been made ?

Thanks.

What is LT?

[tweenkle]

Sorry.
in my mind, LT stands for Linhof Technika (folding 4x5).

Thanks.

[Bob Salomon]

Sorry.
in my mind, LT stands for Linhof Technika (folding 4x5).

Thanks.

And Linhof did make a Kardan LT. It used the Kardan profile monorail and the standards from the TK. Very, very short production life however.

To most easily answer these questions we need the common name and the size of the camera.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi.

Is the LT 76200 a model IV ?

In which year has it been made ?

Thanks.

It is a Super Technika IV from the early 60s (before 62).

[tweenkle]

Sorry for the ambiguous question.

Thanks for the reply.

Unfortunately, somebody bought the set quickly and I think I missed a good bargain :

Technika IV
+ APO-Lanthar 1:4,5 / 150 (which seems to be well sought)
+ Componon 1:5,6 / 80 (is it an enlarger lens ?)
+ Symmar 1:5,6 / 210
+ Angulon 1:6,8/90
+ Horseman rollfilm 6 x 6
+ 4 double film holders

For under 1000 $ !

So bad...

[koppie]

Linhof 2000, EMS rangefinder removed, Serial number 511319, what year?
Does Linhof produce a part that I can add the cold shoe back to the hole that EMS was once mounted?
cheers

[Bob Salomon]

Linhof 2000, EMS rangefinder removed, Serial number 511319, what year?
Does Linhof produce a part that I can add the cold shoe back to the hole that EMS was once mounted?
cheers

The 2000 was introduced in 1995 and discontinued and replaced by the current Master Technika 3000 4 or so years ago. The EMS did not function as advertised and was recalled in 1998. So your camera was made between 1995 and 1998 if it ever had the EMS on it.

You would have to call service regarding parts. In the USA they can be reached at 252 652-4401.

[tweenkle]

Hi.

Which year is a Linhof Technika IV with 73228 as serial number ?

How good is Schneider-Kreuznach 1:5.6 150mm SYMMAR ?

Does this lens fit in the camera when folded ?

Thanks.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi.

Which year is a Linhof Technika IV with 73228 as serial number ?

How good is Schneider-Kreuznach 1:5.6 150mm SYMMAR ?

Does this lens fit in the camera when folded ?

Thanks.

About 1962.

Adequate but far from the equal of a modern Apo Sironar S

Yes

[tweenkle]

Thanks.

[koppie]

Hi, Bob Thanks for the info and story on EMS,
Woder if those EMS MT2000 owners (I heard only 100 were made) got any sort of refund/compensation from Linhof when those EMS were recalled?

[Bob Salomon]

Hi, Bob Thanks for the info and story on EMS,
Woder if those EMS MT2000 owners (I heard only 100 were made) got any sort of refund/compensation from Linhof when those EMS were recalled?

We refunded the money they paid. So did any other Linhof distributors. In the USA 5 were sold and one person did not return her module.
Since it had to be programmed on a Linhof unique computer program it is totally useless as the computer and program were trashed years ago.

[koppie]

If only 5 EMS units were sold in the States, there should not be more than 30 units sold worldwide with the most generous guess. It is intersting to know what collector would pay for her could be only surviving unit. I know it does not work, but like those error stamp, we never know if she made a good investment decision. LOL

[tweenkle]

Hi.

May I ask which year was made the Linhof Master Technika #6435498 ?

Thanks.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi.

May I ask which year was made the Linhof Master Technika #6435498 ?

Thanks.

The next to last one that was made in 1983.

[tweenkle]

Thanks Bob.

[Roger Cole]

Humm. Where is the serial number on a Tech III? I don't have cams. The number on the bed is 5413. Is that the serial number? Something I found online puts that as the first version of 1946 before the second version of 1950.

[Bob Salomon]

Humm. Where is the serial number on a Tech III? I don't have cams. The number on the bed is 5413. Is that the serial number? Something I found online puts that as the first version of 1946 before the second version of 1950.

That is the serial number. 1955/56. The 46 version was a 2xxx number.

[Roger Cole]

Curioser and curioser. The same link said the 55 design had an reinforced angular rather than flat front door, and focusing knobs on both sides. Mine definitely has a focus knob only on one side.

Is this guy just wrong about everything?

http://www.cameraquest.com/techs.htm

Here's the bed with the serial number and single focus wheel.

[Bob Salomon]

Curioser and curioser. The same link said the 55 design had an reinforced angular rather than flat front door, and focusing knobs on both sides. Mine definitely has a focus knob only on one side.

Is this guy just wrong about everything?

http://www.cameraquest.com/techs.htm

Here's the bed with the serial number and single focus wheel.

Most of what he wrote is accurate. He left out the entire Medzin series made durin WWII which is what the III evolved from and the 3000 is the latest version and has been for a few years.
A III is just that, a III. Linhof doesn't break them down into sub versions in the serial Buber listings, they are all just IIIs. Just like the Master Technika Classic is virtual the same camer today as it was in 1972 but over that time knobs have changed, the position of the knobs have changed, the cable release body mount has disappeared. The back removal system has changed and the, decades later. Changed back.. But the camera is still a Master Technika and has had the same serial number since it was introduced.
That is where your confusion comes in. You have a III the subdivisions of the III are from users definitions not from the factory designations. To the factory or us you have an older one or a newer one but they are all III models and those camera did keep evolving until the evolved so far that they became a new model, the IV.

If you want the factory history of most Linhof cameras then look for the 2nd edition of the Linhof camera storyg book that is published by Linhof and co authored by the owner Peter Baurenschmid.

[Roger Cole]

Thanks Bob.

[tweenkle]

Hi Bob.

May I ask when was produced a Linhof Technika V number 2112848 ?

Does it have a rangefinder ?

Thanks.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob.

May I ask when was produced a Linhof Technika V number 2112848 ?

Does it have a rangefinder ?

Thanks.

1966. It did have a rangefinder but we would have no way of knowing if it still does.

[tweenkle]

Thanks Bob.

[lecep]

Who knows production year of a Tech IV number: 15843?

[Bob Salomon]

Who knows production year of a Tech IV number: 15843?

1957/58

[lecep]

thanks!

[Roy MacKinnon]

Hello all...after many years I've decided to sell my Linhoff 4 x5. I'm not looking to get rich, but I also do not want to just "give it away." I came across this site and have seen that Bob Salomon is the resident expert on Linhoff by serial number...so Bob (and others) any info you could share would be greatly appreciated.

Linhoff Karden Color 45s serial #5741660

Lens: Schneider-kreuznach 1:5,6/150

Kodak Ektar f7.7/203mm
Kodak Ektar f6.3/100mm

I bought all of this equipment in 1978 or 1979 (thought I would be going to Art Center, but that never happened.) The equipment is in a oversized custom anvil case and in excellent condition. I used the camera maybe 6 times and everything still seems to be in perfect working order....bellows are in great condition too. What is the value of this equipment and where would anyone recommend I go to sell it? Thanks in advance for any/all info. Roy

[Bob Salomon]

Hello all...after many years I've decided to sell my Linhoff 4 x5. I'm not looking to get rich, but I also do not want to just "give it away." I came across this site and have seen that Bob Salomon is the resident expert on Linhoff by serial number...so Bob (and others) any info you could share would be greatly appreciated.

Linhoff Karden Color 45s serial #5741660



Just one F. 1974

[Roy MacKinnon]

One F...got it...thanks Bob, appreciate your time. Roy

[Kurt Deruyter]

Hi,
could you tell me some more info (model + year built) of Serial 2152224?
thanks in advance
appreciate your service
Kurt

[Bob Salomon]

Hi,
could you tell me some more info (model + year built) of Serial 2152224?
thanks in advance
appreciate your service
Kurt

1969 Super Technika V

[Frank Petronio]

Technika IV 4x5 193 75570 just curious - thanks Bob!

[Bob Salomon]

Technika IV 4x5 193 75570 just curious - thanks Bob!


1962

[Bob Salomon]

Technika IV 4x5 193 75570 just curious - thanks Bob!

75570 is 1962 or 61 I don't know what 193 is

[1SharpMonkey]

Hello and good evening! I am hoping I can get some more information about my Technika which I just bought today. Based upon photos and reading all the descriptions I believe I have one of the last model III's made. Has no rangefinder. Not sure if this is the serial number but on the shoe on the top of the camera is a number 15005. This is not like the usual Tech III's, it has an angled front door, has a drop bed, it has what appears to be Tech III front movements but everything else indicates Tech IV in styling. The rear standard movement lockdown knobs are on the top of the camera. By every description it appears to be this camera: http://www.cameraquest.com/tech3pic.htm which on that site is described as Tech III Type 5. But this number above seems to be way off from all the serial numbers that are described elsewhere. Perhaps there are two serial number ranges, one for Techs with no rangefinder and one for those with a rangefinder? Any extra information would be wonderful to have.

[Bob Salomon]

Hello and good evening! I am hoping I can get some more information about my Technika which I just bought today. Based upon photos and reading all the descriptions I believe I have one of the last model III's made. Has no rangefinder. Not sure if this is the serial number but on the shoe on the top of the camera is a number 15005.

Late 1956 Technika III

[tilberien]

Hello Bob,
what about 6421770 ? I know only this number, never seen.
Thank you very much

[Bob Salomon]

Hello Bob,
what about 6421770 ? I know only this number, never seen.
Thank you very much

1973 Master Technika

[tilberien]

1973 Master Technika
Thank you very much

[tweenkle]

Hi Bob.

What about a Linhof Technika n° 64413 ?

Year and type (V ?) ?. Is it a RF model or not ?

Thanks.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob.

What about a Linhof Technika n° 64413 ?

Year and type (V ?) ?. Is it a RF model or not ?

Thanks.

Don't see that number. Is there a number or a letter missing? What size camera is it?

[lphong]

Hi Bob - I need your help. I ordered from the B-H used store a 'Linhof Master Technika Black Edition kit with Linhof Schneider Symmar-S 180 / 5.6'. This item is rated a 9/10 by B-H and costs USD 3,300. The camera I received today is a chrome version with the s/n 314368 on the inner side of the dropbed and the s/n 6415024 on the hotshoe. It has the inscriptions D.B.P and West Germany on the left side and right side on the top. The groundglass, dirty and sticky, does not have centimeter grid; it is plain with two frames (56x72 and 9x12). There are no clips to hold a fresnel screen. The locking knobs and focus knobs are black on the side area and silver on the face area. The camera seems to be a Technika V with black leather. It is quite old and has several scratches and there is a permanent mark on the front lens. Could it be a Technika V ? Can one tell from the serial numbers ? Thank you.

[hwf3photo]

Hi Bob,
Just purchased a Linhof Master Technika 45. It has a serial #: 6491189
I would be interested in knowing when it was made.
Many Thanks,
Henry

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob - I need your help. I ordered from the B-H used store a 'Linhof Master Technika Black Edition kit with Linhof Schneider Symmar-S 180 / 5.6'. This item is rated a 9/10 by B-H and costs USD 3,300. The camera I received today is a chrome version with the s/n 314368 on the inner side of the dropbed and the s/n 6415024 on the hotshoe. It has the inscriptions D.B.P and West Germany on the left side and right side on the top. The groundglass, dirty and sticky, does not have centimeter grid; it is plain with two frames (56x72 and 9x12). There are no clips to hold a fresnel screen. The locking knobs and focus knobs are black on the side area and silver on the face area. The camera seems to be a Technika V with black leather. It is quite old and has several scratches and there is a permanent mark on the front lens. Could it be a Technika V ? Can one tell from the serial numbers ? Thank you.

A Master has the lift up top flap the V does not.

6415024 is a 1973 Master Technika from the first series but it is on the shoe which can be unscrewed and moved from one camera to another.

I don't know what the other number would be. That is not where Linhof engaves the serial number.

Many older cameras did not come with a grid GG and you described a screen that was supplied on many cameras.

Fresnel clips were not supplied on older models and were available as an accessory. You can order them today, along with the required longer screws, from marflex at 252 652-4401. They can also supply the current gg.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob,
Just purchased a Linhof Master Technika 45. It has a serial #: 6491189
I would be interested in knowing when it was made.
Many Thanks,
Henry

1989

[tweenkle]

Don't see that number. Is there a number or a letter missing? What size camera is it?

I think it is a Linhof Technika IV 4x5.

Maybe the owner skip the last digit.

Could it be 64413x ?

[Bob Salomon]

I think it is a Linhof Technika IV 4x5.

Maybe the owner skip the last digit.

Could it be 64413x ?

No and there are big differences between a IV and a Master, not the least is that repair parts are no longer available foe some IV cameras. The newest IV was made in May of 63 and the oldest Master was made in September of 72.

Eliminate surprises, get the entire number.

[hwf3photo]

Hi Bob, Can you tell me which Cam's are compatable with the Master Tech. I have seen some lens combinations that look nice, but are VI, or V's ... will they work? Thanks Henry

Sorry Bob, I did find the answer to the above ... now, can I just order a cam from Marflex for a particular lens or must I still send in the camera and Lens for that work to be done.
Thanks again, Henry

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob, Can you tell me which Cam's are compatable with the Master Tech. I have seen some lens combinations that look nice, but are VI, or V's ... will they work? Thanks Henry

Sorry Bob, I did find the answer to the above ... now, can I just order a cam from Marflex for a particular lens or must I still send in the camera and Lens for that work to be done.
Thanks again, Henry

The cam has to be ground for the specific lens by serial number. So Marflex will need the lens. If you send them the camera they will also install the infinity stops and the focusing scale for the same price.

Master and V cammed lenses are interchangeable for the ground lens between the Master and the V. They will also fit the IV but will not be accurate unless Marflex zeroes the GG to match the position of the gg on the V and the Master. It also would not work on other IV models unless those cameras are also zeroed by the service center. Master and V models all have a zeroed gg back.

[hwf3photo]

Marflex ???
Been trying to find Marflex on line to get some idea of prices, but no luck finding them. I have a Master Tech 4x5 and wanted to find out what a CLA plus a Lens/Cam job would cost? Also, where do you find these folks? Thanks for any help.

[joezz]

Hello Bob,

today i bought a Super Technika IV with the serial 89600. Could you please tell me the production date? Thank you from germany!

[Bob Salomon]

Marflex ???
Been trying to find Marflex on line to get some idea of prices, but no luck finding them. I have a Master Tech 4x5 and wanted to find out what a CLA plus a Lens/Cam job would cost? Also, where do you find these folks? Thanks for any help.

252 652-4401
marflex@aol.com[/email]

[Bob Salomon]

Hello Bob,

today i bought a Super Technika IV with the serial 89600. Could you please tell me the production date? Thank you from germany!

1961/62 2x3 Technika

[PaulMcBravebear]

Hi, bob I've two linhof technika with the following numbers: 39011 and 93680 can you find them data? Thanks in advance

[PaulMcBravebear]

Hi Bob, another question:
By the way is it possible to find out a serial number on the linhof Kardan Bi system?
Thanks again

[Bob Salomon]

Hi, bob I've two linhof technika with the following numbers: 39011 and 93680 can you find them data? Thanks in advance

39011 would be a Technika III 57 from 1954/55
93680 is a Technika 70 from 1964

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob, another question:
By the way is it possible to find out a serial number on the linhof Kardan Bi system?
Thanks again

look on the accessory shoe. When you ask it is much easier when you give the format size.

[PaulMcBravebear]

Good Morning Bob,

The first technika (39011) is a 2x3 (or 6x9) and not a 5x7 (or 13x18).

Will the different size change the production date?

When you say that you need the model of the camera with its number,
you mean the serial numbers are not exclusive and can be doubles?

For the Kardan questions:
I've got one that actually is 4x5 and has number 3611670 and another one
that actually is 5x7 and has number 3611522.
Sorry to bother you as a silly but : How you find out the serial numbers?

Thank in anvance for any answer you'll give me

[Bob Salomon]

Good Morning Bob,

The first technika (39011) is a 2x3 (or 6x9) and not a 5x7 (or 13x18).

Will the different size change the production date?

When you say that you need the model of the camera with its number,
you mean the serial numbers are not exclusive and can be doubles?

I have to check serial numbers on 5 different files when one asks. There is a file for:
23 cameras
45 camers
57 cameras,
810 cameras
Special cameras

Whe one gives me a number without the type of camera I have to start searching these five files till I find the nmber and yes, some numbers are duplicated on cameras of different sizes. So the size and the number at the same time makes things easier.
Also, many of the numbers are on the accessory shoe which is removable on some models so it can be changed from camera to camera by a seller or user. Like a Sinar with the number on the rail clamp.

For the Kardan questions:
I've got one that actually is 4x5 and has number 3611670 and another one
that actually is 5x7 and has number 3611522.
Sorry to bother you as a silly but : How you find out the serial numbers?

Thank in anvance for any answer you'll give me

3611670 is a 1968 B
3611522 is also a 45 B from 1968 so somone probably converted it to a 57 after they bought it by changing the back.

[PaulMcBravebear]

Thanks Bob,
About Technika 23 39011: was it also produced in 1954/55?

I'm new here and I don't have check all of the data and forum but it seam that is a very interesting website.

I see you are member since 1998 if I'm not wrong. Sothat since how long time exist this website?

Thanks in advance again

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks Bob,
About Technika 23 39011: was it also produced in 1954/55?

I'm new here and I don't have check all of the data and forum but it seam that is a very interesting website.

I see you are member since 1998 if I'm not wrong. Sothat since how long time exist this website?

Thanks in advance again

That is the number from a 57 Technika, not a 23 Technika. If your camera is not a 57 then someone has switched numbers.

I have no idea when this site was started.

[Valdecus]

Hi Bob,

Thanks for a great service! Would you happen to know the production year of a Technika III 5x7 with the serial #39470 ?

Thx,
Andrew

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob,

Thanks for a great service! Would you happen to know the production year of a Technika III 5x7 with the serial #39470 ?

Thx,
Andrew

1954/55

[Valdecus]

Thanks Bob!

Cheers,
Andrew

[DopinG]

How to put forward bellows from the Master Technika on a rail?
Please, give me info about 31.4368

[Bob Salomon]

How to put forward bellows from the Master Technika on a rail?
Please, give me info about 31.4368

Sorry, Don't see that number.

[meierruedi]

Dear Bob

My Dad bought way back a Linhof Technika 4x5" with the serial number 61915. Would you know what kind it is and what year it was made?

Many thanks
Ruedi

[Bob Salomon]

Dear Bob

My Dad bought way back a Linhof Technika 4x5" with the serial number 61915. Would you know what kind it is and what year it was made?

Many thanks
Ruedi

Technika III from 1956/57

[meierruedi]

That old and still working! Amazing!

Thanks a lot
Ruedi

[DopinG]

May be B541320? Thanks! Please, give me link to repair bellows on a bend!

[izo]

..and for me, please. technorama 617, serials:

-lens: 13 306 987 (i'm guessing 1977-78 by this link http://www.schneider-kreuznach.com/service/serie.htm ),

-camera: 7411123 (here bob comes in, hehe).

some pics:
http://www.shrani.si/f/1m/y3/4rqu6xRd/mg8602-640x427.jpg
http://www.shrani.si/f/1k/kO/2JfhfUFH/mg8600-640x427.jpg
http://www.shrani.si/f/3x/fC/273mYWik/mg8597-640x427.jpg
http://www.shrani.si/f/H/Fo/16cfouAB/mg8607-640x426.jpg

[Bob Salomon]

May be B541320? Thanks! Please, give me link to repair bellows on a bend!

If it is a 45 then it is a 1994 Master.

[Bob Salomon]

..and for me, please. technorama 617, serials:

-lens: 13 306 987 (i'm guessing 1977-78 by this link http://www.schneider-kreuznach.com/service/serie.htm ),

-camera: 7411123 (here bob comes in, hehe).

some pics:
http://www.shrani.si/f/1m/y3/4rqu6xRd/mg8602-640x427.jpg
http://www.shrani.si/f/1k/kO/2JfhfUFH/mg8600-640x427.jpg
http://www.shrani.si/f/3x/fC/273mYWik/mg8597-640x427.jpg
http://www.shrani.si/f/H/Fo/16cfouAB/mg8607-640x426.jpg

It is the original Technorama 617 from 1977/78. Rather earl production version.

[Bob Salomon]

May be B541320? Thanks! Please, give me link to repair bellows on a bend!

Linhof service. In the US you can call them at 252 652-4401

[izo]

It is the original Technorama 617 from 1977/78. Rather earl production version.

thank you!

[DopinG]

Linhof service. In the US you can call them at 252 652-4401

Thank you, Bob, but I from Russia :)

[Bob Salomon]

Thank you, Bob, but I from Russia :)

Either contact the factory or


Kutuzov Photo
Kutuzov Avenue, 27
121165 Moscow
Russian Federation
Fon +7 499 2496145, +7 499 2496307
Fax +7 499 2496145
info@kutuzov-photo.ru
www.kutuzov-photo.ru

[tweenkle]

Hi Bob.

Can you tell me the year and type (I guess it's a III) of a Linhof Super Technika 6x9 number 46470 ?

By the way, can we use lensboards for a 4x5 model on a 6x9 model ?

Thanks.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob.

Can you tell me the year and type (I guess it's a III) of a Linhof Super Technika 6x9 number 46470 ?

By the way, can we use lensboards for a 4x5 model on a 6x9 model ?

Thanks.

1954 early III

[tweenkle]

1954 early III

Thanks Bob.

And what about lensboards ? Are they identical to the 4x5 model ?

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks Bob.

And what about lensboards ? Are they identical to the 4x5 model ?

No. They are unique to the 23, out of production for decades are are any parts or accessorie unique to the III. Even many repairs are not possible if parts are required.

[tweenkle]

No. They are unique to the 23, out of production for decades are are any parts or accessorie unique to the III. Even many repairs are not possible if parts are required.

Thanks.

[Bill_1856]

Age of Master Technika #6451745?
Thanks

[Bob Salomon]

Age of Master Technika #6451745?
Thanks

March or April 1982.

[Valdecus]

Bob,

What about a Super Technika 5x7 ser# 2411169?

Thanks,
Andreas

[Bob Salomon]

Bob,

What about a Super Technika 5x7 ser# 2411169?

Thanks,
Andreas

1965

[Valdecus]

Thanks, Bob. Just for the record, is this camera a Technika 5x7 IV or V model then?

Thanks,
Andrew

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks, Bob. Just for the record, is this camera a Technika 5x7 IV or V model then?

Thanks,
Andrew

Super Technika V

[Valdecus]

Many thanks!

[lphong]

A quick question for Bob, I have ordered a Rodenstock apo-sironar N 150mm from HP Marketing for my MT 2000. The intent is to avoid removing the lens when closing the camera. In this case the lens needs to be mounted on a recessed lensboard doesn't it ?
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/31360-REG/Linhof_001015_Recessed_Lensboard_with_Quicksocket.html
Sorry for the unrelated subject. I carried out a search on STANDARD lens / board combos that don't need to be removed but could not find much info.
Many thanks Bob

[Bob Salomon]

A quick question for Bob, I have ordered a Rodenstock apo-sironar N 150mm from HP Marketing for my MT 2000. The intent is to avoid removing the lens when closing the camera. In this case the lens needs to be mounted on a recessed lensboard doesn't it ?
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/31360-REG/Linhof_001015_Recessed_Lensboard_with_Quicksocket.html
Sorry for the unrelated subject. I carried out a search on STANDARD lens / board combos that don't need to be removed but could not find much info.
Many thanks Bob

You need the 001015 recessed "Comfort" board to close the camera with this lens mounted.

[lphong]

Thank you Bob. B-H has an older 001016 board, can it serve the same purpose (copal 0 lens) ? What are the differences wrt 001015 ?

[Bob Salomon]

Thank you Bob. B-H has an older 001016 board, can it serve the same purpose (copal 0 lens) ? What are the differences wrt 001015 ?

The 001015 Comfort is for your lens in Copal shutter. It has the aperture selector and the aperture scale on the face of the board as well as the press focus lever and the indicator for the press focus. There is no reason to reach into the recess to adjust the controls. In addition it has the improved cable release quick socket system that no longer uses wires and the recess depth overall is different.

The 001016 has the old bent wire release system, does not move the controls or the scale to the front of the board and is a different depth.

[tlife]

My Linhof Serial no is 314368, is it a model V or Master Technika?
Waht date of production?
Thanks...

[Bob Salomon]

My Linhof Serial no is 314368, is it a model V or Master Technika?
Waht date of production?
Thanks...

6 digits? What size camera?

[tlife]

My Linhof Serial no is 314368, is it a model V or Master Technika?
Waht date of production?
Thanks...

It's a 4x5 Linhof

[Bob Salomon]

It's a 4x5 Linhof

Is there a letter in front of the number?

[tlife]

No letter in the front. Actually the number is 31.4368

[Bob Salomon]

No letter in the front. Actually the number is 31.4368

Where did you find the serial number? On the accessory shoe or somewhere else?

[tlife]

On the base of the drop-bed.

[Bob Salomon]

On the base of the drop-bed.

The serial number on all modern Linhofs, IV, V and Master are stamped on the accessory shoe, not on the bed.

[tlife]

The accessory shoe is same as the "hot shoe", right?
but my Linhof don't have any number on it, may be it was changed by somebody,
If I can find the number, I will ask you again, Thank you very much.

[Bob Salomon]

The accessory shoe is same as the "hot shoe", right?
but my Linhof don't have any number on it, may be it was changed by somebody,
If I can find the number, I will ask you again, Thank you very much.

Correct.

[lphong]

Hi Bob, what year for MT 2000 serial no. C531172 ? Is there a manual with more details than the one on Linhof site ?http://www.linhof.de/download_e/MasterTechnika_classic_2000_e.pdf
The one I bought used has a fresnel installed, is there a way to know if it is a Linhof fresnel or a 3rd party ?
Many thanks

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob, what year for MT 2000 serial no. C531172 ? Is there a manual with more details than the one on Linhof site ?http://www.linhof.de/download_e/MasterTechnika_classic_2000_e.pdf
The one I bought used has a fresnel installed, is there a way to know if it is a Linhof fresnel or a 3rd party ?
Many thanks

Sorry, I don't track the recent models so I can't give you actual production dates for a camera as recent as the 2000. There is no other instructions other then the complete Master Technika book and the 2000 addenda book.

There would be no way to tell about the fresnel without actually seeing it and comparing to a current one. And even then, it could be an older Linhof fresnel.

[Ari]

Hi Bob.
I have 51976; can you tell me in what year it was made, and which version of the Tech III it is?
Thanks in advance.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob.
I have 51976; can you tell me in what year it was made, and which version of the Tech III it is?
Thanks in advance.

1956

[Ari]

Thanks, Bob.
Does the serial number indicate which model and version it is?

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks, Bob.
Does the serial number indicate which model and version it is?

Technika III

[Ari]

Thanks, Bob.

[lphong]

Sorry, I don't track the recent models so I can't give you actual production dates for a camera as recent as the 2000. There is no other instructions other then the complete Master Technika book and the 2000 addenda book.

There would be no way to tell about the fresnel without actually seeing it and comparing to a current one. And even then, it could be an older Linhof fresnel.

Is the complete Master Technika book the one on Linhof site http://www.linhof.de/download_e/Mast...sic_2000_e.pdf If not does HP Marketing supply it ?

Many thanks for your time

[Bob Salomon]

Is the complete Master Technika book the one on Linhof site http://www.linhof.de/download_e/Mast...sic_2000_e.pdf If not does HP Marketing supply it ?

Many thanks for your time

That looks the same as the instructions we have. What are you trying to find?

[Ed345]

Sorry to make this thread even longer!

Kardan Standard - s/n 6961115

Many Thanks!

[Philippe Grunchec]

Bob, a very good friend of mine (here, in Paris) owns a Technika n°7808144: could you tell me which model it is, and the year of fabrication? Thanks in advance.
The bellows need to be changed and I think the best thing would be to send the camera to Munich, what do you think?
My wife is from Munich, and BTW knows a member of the Linhof family: do they still own the factory?

[Bob Salomon]

Sorry to make this thread even longer!

Kardan Standard - s/n 6961115

Many Thanks!

1974/75

[Bob Salomon]

Bob, a very good friend of mine (here, in Paris) owns a Technika n°7808144: could you tell me which model it is, and the year of fabrication? Thanks in advance.
The bellows need to be changed and I think the best thing would be to send the camera to Munich, what do you think?
My wife is from Munich, and BTW knows a member of the Linhof family: do they still own the factory?

Sorry, I don't show that serial number. Any Linhof service center can fix the camera.

The Linhof family has had no connection with the factory since Valentin Linhof died many decades ago. The factory was then owned by Nicholas Karpf and then by his wife. His wifr sold the factory to the present owner about 10 years ago.

Valentin dies well before WW II, Nicholas Karpf died in the 70s during Photokina.

[Philippe Grunchec]

Thanks, Bob! But do you mean the number is wrong?

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks, Bob! But do you mean the number is wrong?

Is that the number on the accessory shoe? I don't have a record of that number for any size Linhof.

[Ed345]

1974/75

Thanks Bob

[Philippe Grunchec]

Well, it seems to be 2161101: she didn't know where to look!...

[Bob Salomon]

Well, it seems to be 2161101: she didn't know where to look!...

1970 Super Technika V

[Philippe Grunchec]

Great! Thank you so much.

BTW, the Karpfs and the Linhofs are related: the mother of our friend Michael Karpf in Munich was born Linhof!

[Bob Salomon]

Great! Thank you so much.

BTW, the Karpfs and the Linhofs are related: the mother of our friend Michael Karpf in Munich was born Linhof!

Can't comment on any family relationships. Do know that Nicholas Linhof died in 1929 and Karpf joined Linhof as an engineer in 1933 and became Managing Director in 1936. Have no idea who was in charge between 1929 and 1936. Karpf died in 1980 and his widow Hidrun Karpk-Kirkmann and Heinz Broeker became joint Managing Directors until Peter Bauernschmid bought the company a little more then a decade ago.

The Linhof literature does not mention any family relationships between Linhof and Karpf but that doesn'y mean that there was no relationship.

[lphong]

That looks the same as the instructions we have. What are you trying to find?

On a used MT 2000, when the upper track is pulled forward for extension, I see a thick film of yellow grease substance on the lower track. Is it normal ? Many thanks for your time.

[Bob Salomon]

On a used MT 2000, when the upper track is pulled forward for extension, I see a thick film of yellow grease substance on the lower track. Is it normal ? Many thanks for your time.

That is a question for service. 252 652-4401 in the USA

[anglophone1]

Hi Bob
Technika 81472?
Master or Super?
What's the difference?
Thanks
Clive

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob
Technika 81472?
Master or Super?
What's the difference?
Thanks
Clive

Super Technika V, 1964

Master replaced the V in 1972. Major difference is lift-up flap on top for more movement with short lenses. Your camera is covered in gray while the Master is covered in black, except for some special edition models like the 120th anniversary Master Technika 3000 in Ferrai red leather.

[anglophone1]

Bob
Thanks!
Actuually it's tan not grey, although I'm looking to redo it in red from www.cameraleather.com .

[Bob Salomon]

Bob
Thanks!
Actuually it's tan not grey, although I'm looking to redo it in red from www.cameraleather.com .

You do have a lever to do a front rise? Right?

[anglophone1]

Definitely

[Bob Salomon]

Definitely

Then it is a V and should have gray covering. The IV had tan covering.

[boxs21]

thanks a lot
http://freeimagestocks.com/content/20/grey.png

[Solliste13]

1975

[Bob Salomon]

1975

Kardan Color 57. About 1961

[Vladik]

Hi Bob,

please, do you have any information on pre-war Linhof Technïkas?

13x18 s.n. 21312
10x15 s.n. 16427
9x12 s.n. 19735

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob,

please, do you have any information on pre-war Linhof Technïkas?

13x18 s.n. 21312
10x15 s.n. 16427
9x12 s.n. 19735

Sorry, no.

[brianjnelson]

Hello Bob,
Can you give me the year(s) of mfg. for my 4 5x7 technika's please?

39707
2431051
2445002
2495011

Thanks in advance.

[Bob Salomon]

Hello Bob,
Can you give me the year(s) of mfg. for my 4 5x7 technika's please?

39707 1956
2431051 1967/8
2445002 1969/70
2495011 March 1983

Thanks in advance.

[Bob Salomon]

Hello bob...http://freeimagestocks.com/content/12/grey.png
could you tell me some more info of Serial 2152224.....?
I very hope you can help me.
Thanks.

Super Technika V 1970

[Jan Normandale]

Hello Bob... how about 38306 ?

[Bob Salomon]

Hello Bob... how about 38306 ?

April 1950Technika III 5x7

[Jan Normandale]

thanks Bob!

[tntrue]

49871

Tech IV 6x9, no rangefinder, tan leather, single lever for attaching/removing back.

[Bob Salomon]

49871

Tech IV 6x9, no rangefinder, tan leather, single lever for attaching/removing back.

Sorry but that number is not in the data base. Where did you find it? Or did you misread the second or third number?

[tntrue]

Sorry but that number is not in the data base. Where did you find it? Or did you misread the second or third number?

Nope, that's the number on the accessory shoe. And there's no sign whatsoever that any of the three screws fastening the accessory shoe have ever been touched by a screwdriver.

I think there may have been a number sequentially close to this one posted earlier in this thread for which you gave a similar response, but I can't remember which page it's on.

[Bob Salomon]

Nope, that's the number on the accessory shoe. And there's no sign whatsoever that any of the three screws fastening the accessory shoe have ever been touched by a screwdriver.

I think there may have been a number sequentially close to this one posted earlier in this thread for which you gave a similar response, but I can't remember which page it's on.

Tech III had a series 43,000 to 46,999
then 49,000 to 49,799
But the IV shows 81,000 to 90,595.

So 49,871 doen't appear in any of my lists.

[tntrue]

Tech III had a series 43,000 to 46,999
then 49,000 to 49,799
But the IV shows 81,000 to 90,595.

So 49,871 doen't appear in any of my lists.

Thanks. Even that bit of info is helpful. Maybe the numbers from a smaller run or two over the years somehow escaped getting archived?

[anglophone1]

Then it is a V and should have gray covering. The IV had tan covering.

Either way it'll look great in red!

[tntrue]

Tech III had a series 43,000 to 46,999
then 49,000 to 49,799
But the IV shows 81,000 to 90,595.

So 49,871 doen't appear in any of my lists.

There's a similar camera depicted on page 9 of this thread, identified by its serial as a Tech III, but with tan leather and a single lever for back removal. There's subsequent mention in the thread of a rangefinder-less Technika "Study" camera based on the Tech III/IV 6x9.

The camera I have is like the one depicted, EXCEPT for three notable differences:
1. Mine has no scale to the side of one rail
2. The back release lever on mine is on the opposite side of the camera (same side as the leather grip)
3. Mine has no "ears" (for attaching a strap?) on the sides of the body (above the leather grip on the left side, above the grip mount on the right side)

What is the difference between the Tech IV 6x9 and the "Study" camera based on the Tech IV? Is it only that the "Study" camera lacks a rangefinder?

[lonehater]

Hi everybody,
I found a Linhof Technika camera at a charity sell.
I think it is a model III type 4 or five.
Maybe somebody can help me.

The serial number on the accessory shoe is 54271.

It has a rangefinder and a camme (?) for a 135 lens.

The thing is worn looking but all the movements work and the bellow seems fine.

It has no lens and no lens plate.

Does it have any value? Since I found out that lenses are very expensive I think I will never be able to use it, so maybe I will sell it.

I also got a big box full of lenses (big lenses) mounted on square iron boards (16cm x 16 cm) but all the lenses have no shutter so I think they might be large format enlarging lenses. Can one of those be used on the L. T. camera in some way? There are also two smaller lenses, no shutter eighter but much smaller than the others and no board, they are in wooden boxes.
Any help will be highly appreciated.

Thanks.

Matt

[Bob Salomon]

STUDY CAMERA 70
Stripped down folding baseboard camera similar to the Technika 70. Derived from the 69 Technika.
Made from 19064 to 1971
Special features: same as Technika 70 but without viewfider/rangefinder unit and without exposure meter. Maximum extension 310mm, focus scales in meters or feet, Accessory sports frame or optical universal finder.
Size: 96 x 155 x 160mm
Weight: 1.65 kg 3.75 lb.

That is the only Study camera mentioned in the Linhof Camera Story book.


There's a similar camera depicted on page 9 of this thread, identified by its serial as a Tech III, but with tan leather and a single lever for back removal. There's subsequent mention in the thread of a rangefinder-less Technika "Study" camera based on the Tech III/IV 6x9.

Tecvhnika IV 6x9
Camera Type: folding baseboard camera with coupled rangefinder and triple extension. Evolved from Technika III 6x9.
Made from 1956 to 1964.
Special Features: Finder with masks, cover and distance scale, adujstable for 4 focal lengths, with parallax compensation down to 1 meter. Maximum baseboard extension 300mm. Body with reinforced baseboard and leather handstrap on side. Cable release attaches to body above leather strap. Universal cam couples rangefinder to up to 3 lenses. Ejector button for easy cam removal. Rotating back with swing/tilt frame. Bracket on side for flash unit. Shoe for exposure meter. Takes lenses from 47 to 360mm. Baseboard can drop through 15°, lens standard tilt 15°, 50mm front rise. Clamping grips for pulling out lens standard, adjustment screw for rearward tilt, convertible to enlarger with condensor or cold catode head.
Size: 90 x 135 x 182mm. Weight 1.8 kg, 4 lb.

Technika IV 6x9cm

Same camera as Super Technika IV but without optical finder, rangefinder or cam. Instead has frame finder with rear sight. Factory conversion possible to Super Technika IV. (not any longer).


There was also a very early Technika III Study camera (also without rangefinder/viewfinder/cam .

The Technika III 69 looked very much like the IV but it did not have the quick change lever back. If your camera has the latch in each corner to remove the back then you have a III.


Since your serial number is not listed you should send us photos rather then descriptions or send the camera to a Linhof service center who can then determine its official serial number.

To send images use my regular email address and not the forum.

Please use my regular email address: bob@hpmarketingcorp.com

"The camera I have is like the one depicted, EXCEPT for three notable differences:
1. Mine has no scale to the side of one rail
2. The back release lever on mine is on the opposite side of the camera (same side as the leather grip)
3. Mine has no "ears" (for attaching a strap?) on the sides of the body (above the leather grip on the left side, above the grip mount on the right side)

What is the difference between the Tech IV 6x9 and the "Study" camera based on the Tech IV? Is it only that the "Study" camera lacks a rangefinder?

[Bob Salomon]

Hi everybody,
I found a Linhof Technika camera at a charity sell.
I think it is a model III type 4 or five.
Maybe somebody can help me.

The serial number on the accessory shoe is 54271.

Matt

Technika III 1956

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks. Even that bit of info is helpful. Maybe the numbers from a smaller run or two over the years somehow escaped getting archived?

Nope.

The missing numbers are pre WW II and WW II numbers. That could mean that you actually have one of the versions of the Medezin which were made pre WW II and right through the war and became the Technika III. Some of them even looked like a IV. Some of these had a washable cream lacquer finish so it could be used in medical applications and be washed.

[lonehater]

Thanks,

Matt

[Flynnie]

Hi Bob, just got myself an old Linhof with serial no. 13821, any idea if this is prewar? It takes quarter-plate holders.
Thanks
Simon

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob, just got myself an old Linhof with serial no. 13821, any idea if this is prewar? It takes quarter-plate holders.
Thanks
Simon

Seems to be one of the cameras made between 1937 and 1945, We do not have serial numbers for those but can tell you that they were made in 7 different film sizes: 6x9cm; 8x10.5 cm; 9x12 cm; 10x15 cm; 12x16.5 cm; 13 x 18 cm; and 18 x 24 cm. 6x9cm weight 1.135 kg (2.5 lb) and 18 x 24cm weighed 10.1 kg (22.25lb)!

[Flynnie]

Many thanks Bob! Nice to know approx when it was made and that Linhof did indeed produce cameras in quarter plate/8x10.5cm format, I don't suppose anyone makes that film size anymore? edit: seems they do http://www.ag-photographic.co.uk/chs100-325x425-quarter-plate-50-sheets-614-p.asp

[tntrue]

Since your serial number is not listed you should send us photos rather then descriptions or send the camera to a Linhof service center who can then determine its official serial number.

To send images use my regular email address and not the forum.


Thank you. Images have been sent to your email address.

[belaire11]

I have acquired two Color Kardan 8x10 cameras over the years. The first is serial number 469. It has an extra long rail (42", if I recall correctly) and a middle stand (so, it has two bellows). The other is a "normal" sized 8x10, serial number 903.

Any details about these cameras would be greatly appreciated!

[Bob Salomon]

I have acquired two Color Kardan 8x10 cameras over the years. The first is serial number 469. It has an extra long rail (42", if I recall correctly) and a middle stand (so, it has two bellows). The other is a "normal" sized 8x10, serial number 903.

Any details about these cameras would be greatly appreciated!

469 about 1955. 903 about 1957.

But 469 is a Kardan 810. 903 is a Kardan Color 810. Neither is a Color Kardan. Linhof never made a Color Kardan in any size.

[belaire11]

Thank you for the information! And for correcting me :)

[SergeiR]

hmm.. i assume serial # is on that engraved on the accessory shoe, right?

Technika (range finder, tan leather) with 78691 per chance? :)

[Bob Salomon]

hmm.. i assume serial # is on that engraved on the accessory shoe, right?

Technika (range finder, tan leather) with 78691 per chance? :)

A Super Technika IV early 1963. The last IV was 78886 so yours is close to the end of that model line. 78887 was the first Super technika V in Apr. of 63.

[SergeiR]

Interesting, thanks, Bob.

It was sold (on ebay) as Tech V. And its got lever on front standard, which was allegedly wasnt there on IV. But it doesnt have removeable accessory shoe bolt thingy ( mentioned http://www.cameraquest.com/techs.htm ) and yet it has lever with plastic tip, which should be there on Tech V.. Guess it could be franken-camera, bolted from IV body and V guts ;)

[David Solow]

Hi Bob,

Could you give me year for a Master Technika 3000, with a serial number of C543034?

Thanks,
David

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob,

Could you give me year for a Master Technika 3000, with a serial number of C543034?

Thanks,
David

David,

No, it is far to new.

[David Solow]

Thanks, Bob.

Is there any way to know if the camera is a grey market one or not?

David

[Graybeard]

Bob- Please have a go at the year for serial # 2181608.

Thank you.

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks, Bob.

Is there any way to know if the camera is a grey market one or not?

David

Does it have our warranty card? If not, then it is grey.

[Bob Salomon]

Bob- Please have a go at the year for serial # 2181608.

Thank you.

Super Technika V about 1974

[tangyimail]

Hi Bob,

Can you tell me mine? B551127, thanks.

TY

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob,

Can you tell me mine? B551127, thanks.

TY

After 1993

[tangyimail]

Many thanks!

[JamesFromSydney]

Hi Bob,

5x7 Technika 22132

Thanks.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob,

5x7 Technika 22132

Thanks.

Sorry, no record of that number.

[alexcong]

Bob,

Could you look up mine: Master Technika #6485050. Thanks in advance.

[Bob Salomon]

Bob,

Could you look up mine: Master Technika #6485050. Thanks in advance.

1988

[Phil Hudson]

Curious about my Master Technika 6445388 (plus 071 underneath that number)?
Thanks in advance.

[Bob Salomon]

Curious about my Master Technika 6445388 (plus 071 underneath that number)?
Thanks in advance.

1977

[AlfaQ]

I have recently purchased a Technika IV with serial no 77839; Could you tell me the year of manufacture? Also what serial no did the Tech V series begin with? Thanks.

[Bob Salomon]

I have recently purchased a Technika IV with serial no 77839; Could you tell me the year of manufacture? Also what serial no did the Tech V series begin with? Thanks.

1962 or 3.

The first V was made in April of 63 (78887). The last IV was made in May of 63 (78886).

So you have one of the last IV models.

[AlfaQ]

Thank you for your reply. Just beginning with LF; got a lot to learn.

[fidibiri]

So, seeing that our frien Bob seems to know it all about Linhof serials here is mine: Linhof Color S/N 4373, I know is thw first series because lacks the rear rise/fall and the knobs are dark red. MAde btwn. 1958-1964, but I'd like to know exactly wich year, so thanks in advance.

PS: Is my first LF and was bought yesterday so I'll update as soon as I get some pics.

[Bob Salomon]

So, seeing that our frien Bob seems to know it all about Linhof serials here is mine: Linhof Color S/N 4373, I know is thw first series because lacks the rear rise/fall and the knobs are dark red. MAde btwn. 1958-1964, but I'd like to know exactly wich year, so thanks in advance.

PS: Is my first LF and was bought yesterday so I'll update as soon as I get some pics.

about 1960

[robby parkman]

tan 5x7 SN 26170 thanks

[Bob Salomon]

tan 5x7 SN 26170 thanks

Check the number again. Use a loupe please.

[Noah A]

Bob--how about this one?

Master Technika, 6451058

[Bob Salomon]

Bob--how about this one?

Master Technika, 6451058

1977

[johnnymoped]

Had a look at one in a shop today:
- 6x9 Version
- tan covering
- rangefinder on the right
- cam for 65, 100, 180
- serial number is 2741199

I suppose it's a Super Technika V?
What is the production year?

thanks a lot!

[Bob Salomon]

Had a look at one in a shop today:
- 6x9 Version
- tan covering
- rangefinder on the right
- cam for 65, 100, 180
- serial number is 2741199

I suppose it's a Super Technika V?
What is the production year?

thanks a lot!

That serial number is from a Studienkamera 6.5 x 9 from about 1970. So check the number again. What is the number on the bottom of the cam?

[johnnymoped]

thanks a lot. will have a Look Tomorrow if they are openend.
what does studiEnkamera mean? is it a IV or V or something in between?
any differences to a IV or V?

[johnnymoped]

thanks a lot. will have a Look Tomorrow if they are openend.
what does studiEnkamera mean? is it a IV or V or something in between?
any differences to a IV or V?

and most important: what about the cams on this camera? do they have to be fitted to the camera or are they already the universal ones that only belong go the lens(es)?

[Bob Salomon]

thanks a lot. will have a Look Tomorrow if they are openend.
what does studiEnkamera mean? is it a IV or V or something in between?
any differences to a IV or V?

It is an entirely different camera.

[Bob Salomon]

and most important: what about the cams on this camera? do they have to be fitted to the camera or are they already the universal ones that only belong go the lens(es)?

Cams must be ground to the specific lens, by serial number, and the dpecific camera by serial number. They are only interchangeable between cameras by adjusting one of the cameras at a service center.

[johnnymoped]

Thanks a lot Bob!
I bought it yesterday and will post some pictures of it the next days.
It looks pretty much like this one:
http://static.photo.net/attachments/bboard/00Q/00QABv-56963584.jpg
So I believe it's a Technika IV as the cam is coupled to the camera (by serial number) and it has a knob to rise the front and no lever (I read somewhere that these are two facts to distinguish a IV from the V).

It came with the three original lenses (100/5.6, 65/8, 180/5.5).
The odd thing is, that it also came with a 6x9 Super Rollex but the groundglas has only markings for 6x7 (solid line) and 2 1/4 x 3 1/4 (dotted line).
I think the last one is for 6,5x9 cutfilm and not for 6x9 rollfilm. The groundglas is only 8cm so 6x9 wouldn't even fit on the groundglas.
Is there any explanation for this? did they also make other groundglas backs?
So the 6x9 Rollex is pretty useless, but I will get and (exclusively use) a 6x7 back anyway.

[johnnymoped]

Hi Bob,

this is the camera in question.
I'm a bit lost in the identification-process:
- Linhof IVs had the rangefinder integrated in the viewfinder on the top
- Linhof Vs had a lever to rise and cams not restricted to the camera body - also I saw some where the top could be opened to have more rise with wideangle lenses
- Studienkameras didn't have a rangefinder at all

best,

daniel

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3238/5833570851_6599b8ef5b_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3450/5833571079_d04ef8c91a_b.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3037/5833571233_7aaa8884cc_b.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2434/5833571455_d35dd48570_b.jpg

[Bob Salomon]

That is a picture of the Super Technika V 23.

You are confusing the 45 and 23 cameras. The 45 model V and later had/have a lever for front rise. The Super Technika V 23 had the knob, just where yours is.

45 Master Technika cameras and the 23 after your camera, the Super Technika V, 23b have the lift-up flap. Yours did not.

Cams are interchangeable on 45 Technika V and Master Technika cameras. Not on 23 models.

But! The drop bed and accessory shoe are different from later V models. I can look at work tomorrow to see if I can narrow it down some more but I can't read the serial number in your picture and if it is the number in your original post it is a Studienkamera accessory shoe design and drop bed design but with the wrong rangefinder.

[johnnymoped]

Thanks a lot. that clears things up a bit.
yes, the serial number is the one from the original post (2741199 V.E.).
that same serial number is printed on the bottom side of the cam.

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks a lot. that clears things up a bit.
yes, the serial number is the one from the original post (2741199 V.E.).
that same serial number is printed on the bottom side of the cam.

2711050 to 2751349 are listed as Studienkamera 6.5x9 made from March 1965 to March 1970.

[Dietrich Floeter]

Hi Bob, I have another to add to this lengthy list of SN requests. Tech IV 2152587


Thanks

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob, I have another to add to this lengthy list of SN requests. Tech IV 2152587


Thanks

1969/70

[gary ness]

Like so many others, I wonder about what Linhof model I have and its date of manufacture. I think it is the early V but could be wrong. The serial number is 2121123 and there is a lever to raise and lower the front standard. It has the white plastic grip that moves in and out to select direction of movement. Were there different lever mechanisms for the front standard rise? Thanks Gary

[Bob Salomon]

Like so many others, I wonder about what Linhof model I have and its date of manufacture. I think it is the early V but could be wrong. The serial number is 2121123 and there is a lever to raise and lower the front standard. It has the white plastic grip that moves in and out to select direction of movement. Were there different lever mechanisms for the front standard rise? Thanks Gary

1966. It is from the first production.
All V models have the rise lever. There were different tips on the lever depending on when it was made.

The V series was discontinued in early 1976. It was replaced with the Master Technika which is still made.

[thomas ciulei]

Hello Bob,
thank you in advance for looking up this serial:
26198

Have a nice day,
Th.

[Bob Salomon]

Hello Bob,
thank you in advance for looking up this serial:
26198

Have a nice day,
Th.

Sorry, I don't have that number. Where did you find it and what size camera is it?

[thomas ciulei]

Sorry, I don't have that number. Where did you find it and what size camera is it?


It is supposedly from a Technika 13x18...
its on ebay right now:
http://cgi.ebay.de/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160605906469&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_500wt_1156

[Bob Salomon]

It is supposedly from a Technika 13x18...
its on ebay right now:
http://cgi.ebay.de/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160605906469&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_500wt_1156

I think that the seller is misreading the number. It is probably 267xx not 261xx. That would make it a 1965 Technika V.

There is no other number close to what the seller claims in any format. Remember an English 7 is similar to a German 1 because of the slash in the German 1.

[thomas ciulei]

I think that the seller is misreading the number. It is probably 267xx not 261xx. That would make it a 1965 Technika V.

There is no other number close to what the seller claims in any format. Remember an English 7 is similar to a German 1 because of the slash in the German 1.ok,
much obliged sir!
ill chk that.

[thomas ciulei]

I think that the seller is misreading the number. It is probably 267xx not 261xx. That would make it a 1965 Technika V.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/43844279@N05/5862941224/in/photostream

Hi Bob,
would this be the serial?

Thanks

[thomas ciulei]

57880

sorry misclicked in previous post.

[Bob Salomon]

http://www.flickr.com/photos/43844279@N05/5862941224/in/photostream

Hi Bob,
would this be the serial?

Thanks
That is it but that number is not listed.

[thomas ciulei]

:confused: lol
how can that be...?

[Bob Salomon]

[QUOTE=thomas ciulei;743391]:confused: lol
how can

I only have numbers for cameras made after WW II.

[thomas ciulei]

57881

thanks Bob
would you say this is pre ww2?

[Stan Snowball]

Hi Bob, 2162160?

Thanks very much in advance,

Stan

[:Kraftakt:]

Hi Bob,

thanks for the great service:)

and thanks in advance: B581367;)

Cheers

Toby

[Bob Salomon]

57881

thanks Bob
would you say this is pre ww2?

Could be a Medzin version which was made up to the end of the war, in any case that serial number is not listed and the only numbers we don't have are pre 1945 and the very later models made in the mid 90s and later.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob, 2162160?

Thanks very much in advance,

Stan

January or February of 1971. It was the 42nd camera in the series. Super Technika V.

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob,

thanks for the great service:)

and thanks in advance: B581367;)

Cheers

Toby

After 1993.

[:Kraftakt:]

After 1993.

Thanks:)

[Stan Snowball]

Hi Bob, 2162160?

Thanks very much in advance,

Stan

January or February of 1971. It was the 42nd camera in the series. Super Technika V.

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Bob, The camera in question (with 2162160 stamped on the accessory shoe) has a rangefinder i.e. is a 'Super' but looks like a Master Technika i.e. it's got the body flap in the top panel for wide angle lens use, black leathers etc. Is there another location for a serial number elsewhere on the body - or might this be a camera comprised of some compnents from different cameras?
Again, thanks in advance,
Best regards,
Stan.

[Bob Salomon]

The serial number is stamped on the accessory shoe. But the shoe can be lost and replaced with one from another camera.


Hi Bob, 2162160?

Thanks very much in advance,

Stan

January or February of 1971. It was the 42nd camera in the series. Super Technika V.

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Bob, The camera in question (with 2162160 stamped on the accessory shoe) has a rangefinder i.e. is a 'Super' but looks like a Master Technika i.e. it's got the body flap in the top panel for wide angle lens use, black leathers etc. Is there another location for a serial number elsewhere on the body - or might this be a camera comprised of some compnents from different cameras?
Again, thanks in advance,
Best regards,
Stan.

[jimmygcreative]

Bob, could you please give me some info on this camera I just purchased. 4721052
thank you
-J

[Bob Salomon]

Bob, could you please give me some info on this camera I just purchased. 4721052
thank you
-J

Super Technika V 1968/69

[Tim k]

Bob, After reading this tread, I think I have narrowed it down some. I hate to ask but I'm going to anyway.

62872 4x5 Very early IV ? 56-58?

Thanks

[Bob Salomon]

Bob, After reading this tread, I think I have narrowed it down some. I hate to ask but I'm going to anyway.

62872 4x5 Very early IV ? 56-58?

Thanks

56 or 57 IV

[Tim k]

Thanks Bob, give yourself a raise. Tell em I said it was ok.

[Flynnie]

Hi Bob, could you date this Linhof Technika 13x18 Standard No.25266?
Another question, were compendium hoods ever made for other than monorail Linhofs?
Thanks
Simon

[Bob Salomon]

Hi Bob, could you date this Linhof Technika 13x18 Standard No.25266?
Another question, were compendium hoods ever made for other than monorail Linhofs?
Thanks
Simon

1955.

Of course they did. They still do make a Technika Compendium.

[Flynnie]

Thanks for that Bob, so how is the compendium attached to the Technika body, I can't see any clamps or anything.

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks for that Bob, so how is the compendium attached to the Technika body, I can't see any clamps or anything.

It plugs into the two holes on the top of the front standard that are on either side of the lens board release lock.

[Andrzej]

Hello.
I`m new to this forum and in LF format.
Recently I`ve bought Linhof Technika V SN 2122998. I`m wondering what is the year of production.
Also: it has `weel` for rising the front standard - shouldn`t it be lever? So I`m curious is this mk IV or V. Thanks in advance.

[Bob Salomon]

Hello.
I`m new to this forum and in LF format.
Recently I`ve bought Linhof Technika V SN 2122998. I`m wondering what is the year of production.
Also: it has `weel` for rising the front standard - shouldn`t it be lever? So I`m curious is this mk IV or V. Thanks in advance.

If that is the correct serial number then you have a 1966 Super Technika V. The V has a lever for front rise. If your camera does not have the lever and has the knob behind the front standar then you have a IV and that serial number is not for your camera and was switched by someone.

[Andrzej]

Thanks Bob.
The knob looks not original. The rest of the camera is fine. Is there easy, cheap way to replace it. Lever is much more comfortable.
Thanks a lot.

[Andrzej]

The serial seems to be ok. The same is on shoe and on the body underneath the shoe.
Thanks

[Arne Croell]

Bob, when was A721057 (2x3 Technika) made? Thanks in advance!

[Bob Salomon]

Thanks Bob.
The knob looks not original. The rest of the camera is fine. Is there easy, cheap way to replace it. Lever is much more comfortable.
Thanks a lot.

You would have to ask one of the service centers.

[Bob Salomon]

Bob, when was A721057 (2x3 Technika) made? Thanks in advance!

I only have numbers for 23 Linhof cameras made between Oct 1951 and Jan. 1980. That number is not on the list so if it is a black Super Technika V, 23b it is after 1/80.

[scm]

I have a pretty good idea of it's age (about the same as me) but can you narrow down the date of manufacture of 30899?

[Bob Salomon]

I have a pretty good idea of it's age (about the same as me) but can you narrow down the date of manufacture of 30899?

1953