CUSTOM, ONE-OF-A-KIND 100-118-year-old Antique Butcher (W. Butcher & Sons, London England) Midg No. 0, c. 1902-1920, drop-plate camera taking 3 ½ʺ x 5 ¼ʺ exposures on sheet film or glass plates, 8 plate holders are included with the camera. Completely refinished with a new Padauk veneer covering, all fittings have been polished, viewfinders are bright and clear, lens is clear with no hazing or balsam separation, has 3 close-up ‘magnifier’ lenses selectable below the lens allowing for 3ˊ, 6ˊ and 9ˊ distance shots as well as an ‘Open’ position for ∞ shots (although the selector is inoperative). Guillotine shutter is fully operational in T and I modes. Camera size is approx. 9ʺ x 9ʺ x 4 ½ʺ. Customized with a Padauk veneer, this camera is a one-of-a-kind creation, perfect for display in any camera collection or gift for the avid camera collector!
This antique Camera comes in a gift bag and will be ship insured, and comes with a signed certificate from the artist.
You will see some glare in pictures from the camera flash. The finish is even and has a glossy glass like appearance.
Operability is not warrantied. This is an antique camera meant for display purposes only.
Think of this wonderful Box Camera for your own collection or as a gift for that special photography enthusiast in your life.
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