Apparently I'm craving folders lately. Still fettling the Super Wester, and have a huge aversion to 135. That said, one of the few cameras I ever regretted selling was an Ansco Super Regent. Found this'n on eBay a couple weeks ago, but was too dear for me. Saved it anyway. Seller sent me an offer last week of almost 50% off (!!!). Thought about it, almost countered, then just pulled the trigger. Had asked to see some more images of the camera, as there was only one of the front, and literally no description. They never responded, but I decided to roll the dice.
Arrived today.
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Camera is in very nice condition. Predictably, the helical is glued. Surprisingly, though, the Synchro Compur purrs nicely at all speeds. Came with an original manual, a case in very nice condition (will be soaking it in Bick 4), an HR flash gun, and four bulbs. When I started playing with it, the transport seemed locked. Couldn't budge it, but could feel it had film in it. Messed with it for a good long while, then gave up, pulled the film in a darkened closet and wound it up. Then - guess what - the transport all worked fine. Double exposure prevention works great, release works great. Clean as hell. Need to check the bellows yet. But not bad.
A little lagniappe: The film in the camera
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And the batteries in the flash
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So, we leave on our trip in about 2.5 weeks. Need to get either this, and/or the Super Wester, working and tested before then. At least one is coming with. At this point, I think I'd be happy with either one. I've wanted another Super Regent for more than a decade, and I'm very happy with this one so far.
Last folder on the list right now - a Retina II. Stay tuned...
Scott