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Made by Graflex Inc, Serial number 526488. Info on the net: this serial number is found in the batch of cameras made in 12/18/1959, batch 526400-526949.
(2-1/4x3-1/4) with Graflok back. Included also a Graphmatic 1234 film holder; the septum has a crack in it which doesn't go through to the other side; cosmetic marks, paint chipped in places.
Great condition and operational camera; all parts move smooth. Cosmetic marks on outside of camera body. Bellows in great condition, no rips, no holes, no wear.
Lens: CENTURY shutter works, all parts smooth mobility, no scratches, no dirt, looks clear. Lens specs: Synchromatic Made by Wollensak for Graflex Inc. 103mm Graflex Raptar f 4.5
The eye viewfinder glass inside has some dust/spots that need cleaning. The viewfinder that lifts up at top (the one with the little circle), there is no glass or anything in the circle; do not know if it's supposed to or not.
Included is a Fotron case; inside, the lining very worn, but it's a nice sturdy case. Outside looks good. Heavy leather.
General information on the Century Graphic can be found at
http://graflex.org/speed-graphic/century-graphic.html
Camera opens by pressing the 'hidden, covered' button at the top, right above the word 'Graflex'. Lock in the door by making sure the door supports are locked in/straight (it will click). To pull camera out, extend the track by rotating the knobs left/right (which can be seen when camera is closed, top); unlock camera by moving the chrome lever with the eyelet to the middle position (see lever right underneath lens). Once done, lock the camera face by moving eyelet arm left/or right. The 4 knobs by the lens face, on the outside, are use to focus. To close, move the track back in using the side knobs, in unlocked position, and gently push back until the unit is completely in. Push both door supports down in, using your thumbs; door will close. The viewfinder eyepiece at the top is removable; pull forward toward you; put it back in the same way, pushing from front towards the back. The glass can be cleaned by removing the two screws holding the little metal piece around it. Do not unscrew the back piece; there is a little metal ball inside, which when put back together, it's hard to line back up.
$350.00
