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Happy SUNday!

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I was thinking about the New York Mets winning the 1969 World Series 57 years ago this week when I noticed my vehicle’s odometer. Even the outside temperature aligned!
Our 2014 Toyota RAV4. A true ‘Island Car’. Almost 13 years old (March 2027), and it’s just about to hit 70k. When you live on Amelia Island, nothing is more than a couple of miles away in any direction.

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Happy SUNday! * rescued F-1 *

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Why I rescue F-1s. I enjoy collecting cameras, but I enjoy bringing a neglected F-1 back to life even more.

This one is likely a one-owner camera from April 1975. After 51 years, it works like a charm. Is it perfect? No, but it hasn’t been abused. I’ve detailed it, replaced the seals and pads, and it’s ready for the next photographer.

After some quality time spent with some Windex, IPA, and a bunch of Q-tips, as clean as new.
The start.
Shiny pro-black surfaces.
The dirtiest spot is always on the film back.
Except for the built-in exposure meter, the original F-1 is a fully mechanical camera (1971-1981).
This part was pretty dirty.
Mostly dust and dirt but not grimy.
This 51 year old camera still has a lot of life left in it.
This is an early original F-1 (1971-1976).

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Comments are always welcome; I’ve learned a great deal from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by. While there, visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios, hosted on Etsy). – Chris Whelan

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Happy SUNday!

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A hydoponically grown pansy.

Fujifilm X-T2 mirrorless digital camera. Fujinon XF 10-24mm f/4 R OIS lens at 24mm. Velvia Vivid.

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Comments are always welcome; I’ve learned a great deal from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by. While there, visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios, hosted on Etsy). – Chris Whelan

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Happy SUNday!

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Unique Toyota pickup tailgate bench.

Neat bench!

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Comments are always welcomed as I’ve learned quite a bit from reader feedback. As always, thanks for stopping by, and while you’re at it, feel free to visit my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com (CC Design Studios hosted by Etsy). – Chris Whelan

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Happy SUNday! – you are my rock

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Have a wonderful day and please stay safe! – Chris

Camera: Fujifilm FinePix AX560

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