I got my first 4x5 "folder" today, a pretty nice Busch Pressman D. I love the "retro" look of these cameras.
Its in pretty good shape and has a working 150mm Goerz Dagor lens on a Wollensak Rapax shutter. I don't think the Dagor is original. A previous owner has removed the side mounted rangefinder which is OK with me.
I really like the sturdy all metal construction and the rotating back. The geared controls are impressively smooth. The Busch supposedly has more movements than the Crown Graphic etc. The Crowns and and older Supers did not have the rotating back which was the main reason I went for the Busch. Front rise with vertical shots will be easier. I did one test Polaroid and all looks well. After using a studio Sinar I can see that I am going to miss not having any swing movements.
I will need to have the shutter tested. The lens looks very clean though.
Quick question: is there a way of connecting these flash contacts so I can use PC cords and studio strobes etc?
Thanks,
Max
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