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Happy SUNday! – Navy Times

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My Aerographer’s Mate A School class from April 1975. I’m in the second row, third from the left (the tall guy who looks out of place). Naval Air Station Lakehurst, New Jersey

We were fresh out of basic training in the above picture. What is an Aerographer’s Mate (AG)? We are meteorologists and oceanographers, flight weather forecasters, tropical weather experts, severe weather predicters, and all around environmental forecasters (land, sea, air, and sub-surface). The rating just celebrated 100 years of service.

December 1989. Naval Oceanography Command Detachment Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico. My detachment of fellow Aerographer’s Mates pose for our annual Christmas Card photo. I’m the last guy in the first row to the extreme right. The detachment was located on Naval Station Roosevelt Roads in the Operations Building which was adjacent to the airfield.
Aerographer’s Mates in OA Division onboard the USS Midway (CV-41). I’m the last guy in the far right. Late 1977, underway from our homeport of Yokosuka, Japan.

I served on three aircraft carriers during my 22 year Navy career. The USS Midway (CV-41), USS Forrestal (CV-59), and finally the USS John F. Kennedy (CV-67). Other duty stations included NAS Pensacola, NAS Jacksonville, and the Naval Submarine Base (NSB) Kings Bay, Georgia. It was a blast!

Our detachment logo in 1990 reflected our support mission to the submarine community (Trident subs).

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The Original Canon EF

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A 35mm SLR from Canon in the mid 1970s. It’s a close cousin to the more famous Canon F-1.

Just a touch of brass.
Here is a mint version.
My F-1 from 1978.

If you can find a nice working EF it’s a keeper in any Canon collection. Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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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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wordless wednesday

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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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Leotax Merite – 1958

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My Leotax TV2 Merite is frequently misidentified as “Merit.”

It’s shown here with a Nikkor HC f2 5cm lens.

This is a very late 1958 to early 1959 model.

My set includes the original box, case, strap, and instruction booklet.

The Merite is one of the larger Leica-like cameras made in the 1950s, larger than the Leica IIIg and the Nicca 3-S. More pictures to follow.

What’s your favorite Leo?

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wordless wednesday

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wordless wednesday

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Fujifilm X-T2 with Fujinon XF 10-24mm f4 R OIS lens. Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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Reflections – Fujifilm X-T2

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Nassau County (Florida) historic courthouse.
Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island
Fujifilm X-T2
Fujinon XF 10-24mm f4 R OIS
Velvia Vivid

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Courthouse clock tower. c1881, built in the Classic Revival Style. Centre Street, Fernandina Beach.

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Asahi Pentax H2 – 1959

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Hands down, it’s my favorite pre-1960s SLR. It just looks classic. A photo essay follows.

Fine lines on a classic that’s stood the test of time.
The H2 and the S2 were the same cameras released in different markets.
How can you not love this camera?
Uncluttered.
Chrome on chrome.
Simple lines.
Love all the satin chrome!
The heart of this camera is the classic Auto-Takumar f2 55mm gem.
There aren’t many ads out there with early Asahi Pentax content. I’m not sure if this is for the H2.

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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 SONday! – remembering my dad and mom

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November 1943
1961 on vacation.
Looking elegant in 1961.

In ten way too short years, he laid the foundation for the man I would become, but it was my mom who influenced me the most. Paul, 1914-1963.

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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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wordless wednesday

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1959, Shimomaruko, Ohta-ku, Tokyo.

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