beseler 45mcrx

[Albert Lombardi]

I have a chance to bid on a Beseler 45MCRX with motorized condenser but I have no idea what a reasonable price would be. Can anyone tell me what it should be worth.

[Eric Woodbury]

I don't know. Things to consider, does it have a condenser or light source included? What will the shipping be? Is it dirty or rusty? Is the motor strong? Anything else (that you want) included? How's the baseboard? Shipping is the big one. A few people get these for free, but it is certainly worth more than that.

[Albert Lombardi]

I don't know. Things to consider, does it have a condenser or light source included? What will the shipping be? Is it dirty or rusty? Is the motor strong? Anything else (that you want) included? How's the baseboard? Shipping is the big one. A few people get these for free, but it is certainly worth more than that.

Thanks that gives me a good indication for what its worth.
The unit is coming from a gov. auction, looks to be in very good condition. Shipping wont be an issue since it is local for me.

[shmoo]

I bought mine off Craigs list locally about 3 years ago. About $350 if I recall, but I got it in great condition (motors, condensers working, clean, clean, clean), and I got a 50mm, 75mm, and 135mm enlarging lens with it. Also got all the neg carriers (35mm, 6x6, 4x5 and 4x5 glass) and some miscellaneous stuff (trays, dip/dunk tank, timer, etc.).

[Kevin Crisp]

$75 to $100, more if it is really clean. More if you get a decent lens.

[Albert Lombardi]

I bid 110.00, someone else went higher next time maybe. Thanks all for the info.

[Kevin Crisp]

Try Craig's List, these do show up there fairly regularly. The ones with the braces to the back instead of the front (where they bang up against the easel) are better. You can live without the motorized lift unless you really like the smell of Ozone. One with a cold light head is a plus.

[Eric Woodbury]

Kevin, the older ones don't make that smell. I don't know if it is because it is broken in, or what. My new one stinks.

[Kevin Crisp]

Cool sound though, really impresses first time visitors. Makes them not want to touch anything.

[ericantonio]

Albert, where are you located? I have a blue crx without a head that I'm trying to clear out of my garage.