Another one of my treasures going to a new home due to old age downsizing. This magnificent piece of photography history is being placed for auction. It has been in sealed storage for some 25 years. I was a photography nut in high school back in the 60's and I had this piece in my collection of large format cameras. I think it is absolutely beautiful and even if you are not into photography, the piece is an art piece and would enhance the professional person's decor. I can see it in a high rise NY condo next to a desk. So, the particulars. It was manufactured by ANSCO of Binghamton, NY, and still bears the I think it's brass nameplate. The lens is clear, and excellent condition, and is a Carl Zeiss Jenna Tessar 1:4.5 21 cm. The wood is excellent and glossy and so is the brass (brass could use some cleaning as it has been sitting 25 years untouched. Buy a bottle of Brasso. The bellows doesn't appear to have any holes in it but some flaking is apparent as shown on the pictures, so that will need a little touching up or work. The bellows slides nicely with the brass turn knobs on the brass rails. There is a lot of brass on this camera. And of course, beautiful wood. It does come with a film holder as well. And it comes with a case which appears to be as old as the camera and possibly the original. This is simply a cool piece no matter if you plan to use it as intended or again, very sophisticated decor. Sold by a 21 year veteran EBAY seller so you can rely upon my descriptions. This is just a really nice example of mid-20th century photographic history. To me, if it the most beautiful camera I have ever owned, and with a little care and cleaning of the brass knobs and wheels and other brass pieces that adorn the camera, it will be simply a piece to admire. The auction is no reserve, and starting bid will be $400.00. This camera is worth far above that but I felt this was a good place to start. I see others half as nice at $750-$1,000. Anything less than that and I will keep it and someday display it. $400 would be nothing short of a true bargain. I do ship worldwide. Being as old as this is, and an antique, it has to be sold as-is and no returns. It appears to work but again, I think in this day and age, it's best use is decor in a home or professional setting. So I have to sell it as-is. The quality and the condition of the camera will assure someone a treasure for years to come. Most antique vintage cameras like this are nowhere near this condition. The varnish on the wood is still bright and shiny and again, the wood is in excellent condition. Even the leather strap is complete without rips. Faded, but it's all there. The camera itself weighs 10 pounds and then you have the weight of the case, so it's about 15 pounds. Good luck with the bidding. I am very particular and believe me this meets or exceeds my standards.