Originally Posted by
Steven Tribe
I have a Lizar (15x12") and a no name (full plate) with round lens boards. Ian didn't mention Billcliff who I think was the maker of most round lens board cameras who were supplied for others to add their name - or as no-name cameras. The two cameras I have are absolutely identical in woodwork and I am convinced that they came out of Manchester (Billcliff).
The original lens boards I have are made up of the same tongue and grove system of rectangular boards. They seem less stable, although the brass flange appears to help! I have made extra round boards using approximately 5 ply so the outer thin section is always 2 ply.
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