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Monthly Archives: August 2012

Super Ricohflex, Super Wife

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Richard Kraneis
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Yes, I now have an operational Super Ricohflex twin lens reflex camera thanks to my super wife.  (Yes honey, this blog post is for you.) If you’re lucky, you have a spouse or a significant other who doesn’t throw out … Continue reading →

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Craigslist Lubitel 166B

Posted on August 21, 2012 by Richard Kraneis
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Yes, I found my Lubitel 166B on Craigslist. A Craigslist Picture is better than a Thousand Words I passed on this original Craigslist ad about two weeks ago.  I originally emailed the owner and I still didn’t see the magic … Continue reading →

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eBay Camera Surprises

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Richard Kraneis
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Yes, I find eBay camera bargains and some of them are a pleasant surprise. Guilty eBay Sellers and Bonus Cameras Recently I purchased a Sears TLS camera from an eBay seller (in the last 5 seconds as always).  Then I … Continue reading →

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Kowa H Camera – Saved from the Garbage Can

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Richard Kraneis
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I recently saved a Kowa H camera from an Elmhurst, IL garbage can. I found an ad for a camera lot for sale in Elmhurst, drove to Elmhurst, and purchased 20 to 30 cameras ranging from good to bad, from … Continue reading →

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Mamiya/Sekor 1000 DTL Review

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Richard Kraneis
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Muhammad Ali and my Mamiya/Sekor 1000 DTL In the summer of 2011 I found a Mamiya/Sekor 1000 DTL at a Wilmette, IL, garage sale. Greg the owner had a Mamiya/Sekor 1000 DTL.  I didn’t know much about it but I … Continue reading →

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