Used Large Format Resources

[geoawelch]

I am easing my way back into Large Format work. Have been away for 15-20 years. I would like ultimately to work in 8x10, but am also looking to reenter 4x5.

Since joining the forum, I have found the information here quite comprehensive

I noticed in the "Articles" section that the info is somewhat dated.

Specifically, I am interested in suggestions for "Used" resources above and beyond, eBay, B+H, Adorama. Obviously, this forum will be a source once I have been a member long enough.

Am hoping to be able to restore, then use an 8x10. I will probably purchase a 4x5 field camera as well.

As mentioned in my intro post, my equipment currently is meager - a Calumet CC400 sans lens - and front and back standards and tripod block of an 8x10 Eastman 2D

Thanks for any suggestion for used resources.

Best,

George

[EdSawyer]

Off the top of my head: Glazer's, Calumet, Keh.com, luminous-landscape forum, getdpi.com forum, photo.net, fredmiranda.com, rangefinderforum. These all have used sales. Some are more LF geared than others.

[Leigh]

KEH certainly has the largest selection of anyplace I've found on the 'net. www.keh.com

They're great folks to deal with. Accurate descriptions and grading, and a 14-day return policy.

They have an awful lot of my money.

- Leigh

[C. D. Keth]

Igors has quite a lot of large format gear. I recently bought a 14" commercial ektar and some holders from him and it was an excellent experience. It's best to call him rather than e-mail.

[biedron]

Lensfielders http://lensfielders.com

I've been very impressed with their customer service and overall helpfulness. From my limited experience their grading of used items is conservative - i.e. the item will be at least as good as described, if not better.

Bob

[joselsgil]

George,

Were are you located?

[geoawelch]

I'm located in Dunbarton, NH

[mandoloid]

Another plug for Igor's. He always has some Deardorff stuff if your interest runs that way.

[Drew Bedo]

Restore or Re-Build? I have seen nearly enough parts for a 2-D on e-bay at one time or another. But the total for all the parts would probably exceed the price of a complete camera.

[geoawelch]

Hi Drew

Either restore or rebuild woukd be fine

I did see some of the pieces that you mention on ebay - when you add what I need plus a bellows youre getting in the $5-600 range

Too much for me for that route - so we'll see

George