Hello,

Been a long time lurker on this forum, especially lately. I'm a photography student and have been using large format more and more lately. Enough to buy my first 5x4 camera, a Wista 45. I managed to get one fairly cheap on ebay, as it had no focussing hood. The camera arrived today and I realised that I definitely need something there to protect the glass. At the moment I'm scared to actually shoot with it incase the glass breaks while in my camera bag.

Ive found that they are only sold in one place it seems, B&H, in America (Im in the UK). Plus, its $200 which I can't really spare at the moment.

Here's my question; Is there a cheaper alternative? I've seen some generic hoods on ebay from China, for Linhof cameras, and they go for £60. If there was one for a Wista I'd definitely get it, but there isn't. So does anyone know of anyone or anywhere which may sell one, a Wista branded one or not.

Any help would be very much appreciated!

Thanks