April | 2019 | Chasing Classic Cameras with Chris

Straight from the desk of a mid-century designer, this super cool (and fully working) selenium cell exposure meter is a joy to use and play with.

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The first thing I noticed about it is that unlike typical meters from this period (the 1950s) there’s no visible meter needle or pointer. Everything that moves does so inside. I know, I took it apart to see what was going on and there was the needle being “busy” reacting to light. Maybe this ad will do a better job at describing just what makes this meter so special.

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Semi-transparent cover over the selenium cells allows for incident light readings.

Selenium cells exposed for full reflected light readings.

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In its case, it’s about the size of a deck of cards but it fits nicely in the palm of your hand. I have it available in my shop as it’s time to pass it along to the next collector. You can see additional pictures of it and a complete description at http://www.ccstudio2380.com

Thanks for stopping by! – Chris

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They were everywhere! Almost every camera in the 1970s had one and some people owned two, three or more. Not many survived in good shape in the present day – here’s one of my “many”. Simply click the PayPal payment button below and I’ll have it off to you in a flash!

Genuine 1970s Hippie Camera Strap for your SLR or DSLR – Far Out Man!

Fabric, leather, and metal - hippie camera strap straight from the 1970s. Add instant karma to your modern DSLR or jazz up your vintage SLR. This is one of the many I own and it's time to let a few go. This one is in excellent condition with solid stitching, good leather, and nice hardware. Its got the elastic bands for holding your film cans too. I'll mail it nearly worldwide and I'll mail it FOR FREE within the USA! International orders please request a shipping quote to your country before placing your order.

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Thanks for stopping by and be sure to visit my camera shop (on Etsy) at http://www.ccstudio2380.com for some other great bits of photo gear.

Chris

Please respect that all content, including photos and text, are the property of this blog and its owner, Yashica Pentamatic Fanatic, Yashica Sailor Boy, Yashica Chris.

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Month April 2019

Vintage Bewi Automat “A” Exposure Meter

Straight from the desk of a mid-century designer, this super cool (and fully working) selenium cell exposure meter is a joy to use and play with.

In the Shop – 1970s Hippie Strap

They were everywhere! Almost every camera in the 1970s had one and some people owned two, three or more. Not many survived in good shape in the present day – here’s one of my “many”. Simply click the PayPal payment button below and I’ll have it off to you in a flash!