Author Topic: My speed graphic restoration is complete! (Read 2097 times)

traskblueribbon · « **on:** September 05, 2008, 11:53:41 PM »

Just finish refurbishing a Graflex Speed Graphic Pacemaker...

http://tbr.posterous.com/graflex-restoration-complete

Heather · « **Reply #1 on:** September 06, 2008, 08:39:51 AM »

That's neat, it reminds me of my ancient Top Handle Speed Graphic without the handle

david b · « **Reply #2 on:** September 06, 2008, 10:21:06 AM »

Nice job! Amazing that they would cover up fine-grained mahogany with cheap and nasty leatherette.

Sandeha Lynch · « **Reply #3 on:** September 06, 2008, 07:25:17 PM »

Nice idea. At first sight it looks naked ... but then again it looks natural.

eddie · « **Reply #4 on:** September 06, 2008, 08:44:06 PM »

You did a great job on it, super. Do click on the camera image to get the larger view, it shows lovely details.

Francois · « **Reply #5 on:** September 06, 2008, 10:37:44 PM »

The only sad thing is that the rangefinder is now gone... Doesn't look weegee-esque anymore

traskblueribbon · « **Reply #6 on:** September 09, 2008, 01:50:53 AM »

rangefinder schmangefinder...

I like to keep it on the glass!