Product code: Graflex 3A Vintage shops Autographic Camera With Original Case, Instruction Manual, ++
First and foremost, I know nothing about vintage cameras. With that said, I will describe my observations. This camera appears to be in very good condition. The view hood is in great condition with no cracks, holes, or tears. While the buttons to release some of the other gadgets are hidden, the area where you press to access is not worn or showing any signs of excessive wear. There is no lens. The accordion that has the lens does move easily with the thumb screw. The lens slides back into place without difficulty. The two side compartment open as they should and show no signs of damage. The film loading area appears to be very clean with no damage. That is where I found the name of the original owner of the camera: H.D. Fehly. He was a photographer in Port Angels, Washington in the 1920's 1930's. He does have a couple of postcards on the internet. It then looks like he went to Wisconsin shops and opened a studio there. The case is leather with a purple velvet lining.
First and foremost, I know nothing about vintage cameras. With that said, I will describe my observations. This camera appears to be in very good condition. The view hood is in great condition with no cracks, holes, or tears. While the buttons to release some of the other gadgets are hidden, the area where you press to access is not worn or showing any signs of excessive wear. There is no lens. The accordion that has the lens does move easily with the thumb screw. The lens slides back into place without difficulty. The two side compartment open as they should and show no signs of damage. The film loading area appears to be very clean with no damage. That is where I found the name of the original owner of the camera: H.D. Fehly. He was a photographer in Port Angels, Washington in the 1920's 1930's. He does have a couple of postcards on the internet. It then looks like he went to Wisconsin shops and opened a studio there. The case is leather with a purple velvet lining.