There are a couple unique features that were gotten wrong. The one I want to mention is the focus wasn't done with a know on the side but rather a lever in the front under the taking lens.
Other than that, nice video. I have one, one thing to be aware of is the focus lever: NEVER force it if you find an old Autocord, often the grease in the helicoid has stiffened, especially if the camera hasn't been used for a decade or two. Forcing it can easily snap the lever, and then you're in for an expensive repair as a new lever will need to be machined. Another thing about old TLR's is that often the focus-screen is made of plastic that has yellowed, resulting in a dark view-finder. It is possible to buy modern replacements for many TLR's, they are even available with a "spli-screen", replacing the old one will often make the view-finder a lot brighter.
Amazing product
I bought mine a few years ago, but they are still good value for money and quality.
There are a couple unique features that were gotten wrong. The one I want to mention is the focus wasn't done with a know on the side but rather a lever in the front under the taking lens.
It's 6x6cm negatives, not 4x4.
@@hansemannluchter643 That's my mistake. Possibly stuck in my head because I have just been using a 127 Baby Rolleiflex.
Other than that, nice video.
I have one, one thing to be aware of is the focus lever:
NEVER force it if you find an old Autocord, often the grease in the helicoid has stiffened, especially if the camera hasn't been used for a decade or two.
Forcing it can easily snap the lever, and then you're in for an expensive repair as a new lever will need to be machined.
Another thing about old TLR's is that often the focus-screen is made of plastic that has yellowed, resulting in a dark view-finder. It is possible to buy modern replacements for many TLR's, they are even available with a "spli-screen", replacing the old one will often make the view-finder a lot brighter.
@@hansemannluchter643 I bought mine a few years ago and thankfully it is in good working order.