Happy SUNday! – Father’s Day

June 20, 2021June 20, 2021Chris and Carol Leave a comment

My dad (Paul) on a pony around 1919 or so. Why I like this picture so much is that it was taken near where he grew up in Brooklyn. His dad was a delivery man for Borden’s Milk and drove a horse drawn wagon to make his deliveries. My dad grew up around horses and while in the CCC during the Great Depression was responsible for taking care of the horses they used while on site.

My family together for our annual family vacation. Lindsay, me, Carol, and Timothy.

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Happy SUNday! – found boxes!

June 13, 2021June 13, 2021Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Not that they were lost, just the pics (more like hidden from myself). Sadly most of these items including the gorgeous Canon AE-1 Program have been passed on to other collectors (sold). But collections are meant to be dynamic and that’s most of the fun. Chasing down those items you’ve always wanted for your favorite cameras.

This was an awesome camera and super fun to use! If you’re chasing a Canon AE-1 don’t overlook this better version of the original – it even gives the A-1 a run for the money.

Bits and bobs from my Yashica collection over the years.

Happy SUNday! – In the drive-thru with “GEE SUS”

June 6, 2021June 6, 2021Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Only in Florida does GEE SUS have to wait to place his order.

Happy SUNday! – weekend project, finished

May 30, 2021May 30, 2021Chris and Carol Leave a comment

…hiding the garbage and recycle bins (and other junk).

The only thing left to do is to let it weather for just a bit before staining it with some cedar tinted wood stain (just like the fence further back). I’m sure the neighbors will appreciate not seeing my bins from the street. Now to do something about the driveway!

Happy SUNday! – Remembering Expo 67

May 23, 2021May 23, 2021Chris and Carol Leave a comment

It’s hard to believe that Expo 67 was 54 years ago – I remember most of our trip and stay in Montreal but not that much of the event except, I remember meeting one of the hostesses (not these exact ladies) and having my picture taken next to her and another taken with a Canadian Mountie. I know where the Mountie picture is but I can’t find the other. Perhaps I’ll scan the Mountie pic for another Sunday.

Perfect 1960s style just right for Expo 67.

The Kodak Instamatic 104 camera she’s holding was released in July 1965 and retailed for just under $20 (that’s quite a bit of 1960s money). The 104 was the first to feature the new flashcube and like all early Instamatics used the newly developed 126 film cartridge. The 104 was replaced by the 124 in 1968.

You’re tired? I’m tired!

May 16, 2021May 16, 2021Chris and Carol 2 Comments

Starbuck’s man and his pal.

Better get off the decaf and back on the good stuff! Have a Happy SUNday!

Happy SUNday!

May 9, 2021May 9, 2021Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Happy Sunday all! Here’s three classic Yashicas that are certainly worth the chase. The only one that I’d consider rare or hard to find is the pro-black body J-3.

The Yashica J-3 in black was never advertised as best as I’ve been able to find out after years of searching and for the most part flew under the radar in sales and marketing. Fewer than 2,000 were made (unofficial count) and few remain today in mint or near mint (working) condition. It was Yashica’s first black 35mm SLR until the TL Electro X in black came along in 1968. There were chrome versions of both cameras that sold alongside the black models. Conversely, the TL Electro X ITS (Integrated Technology System) was only available in black and featured the gold electron symbol on the pentaprism. BTW, the Yashica Sailor Boy advertising figurine pictured here is the taller 20 cm dealer model and no, he’s not naked.

Yashica’s advertising figurine, ‘Sailor Boy’ (1962).

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Happy SUNday! – Uncle Sam wants your money!

May 2, 2021May 2, 2021Chris and Carol 2 Comments

Uncle Sam cast iron mechanical bank. Reproduced from the original which has a patent of 1875. This one was made in the late 1950s to early 1960s. He is a genuine original copy.