Cameras/Kodak Sterling II
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Hi I have a Kodak Sterling II and as I'm not a collector of such items was looking to sell it to someone who is, the camera is in almost mint condition, just able to tell it's second hand by some rub marks on the paint on one corner of the door from being in its also mint leather case.
thank you very much for your time and being available to answer questions like this.
Dean Sauer
Hello Dean,
The Sterling II is a simple amateur's folding bellows camera, made by Kodak Ltd. of England (Eastman Kodak's manufacturing center for Europe) from 1955 to 1960, for 2 1/4 x 3 1/4 inch exposures on #620 roll film. It's quite common in Europe, where it was primarily marketed, but many were brought to the USA as well. It's a decent enough picture taker with the nice Anaston 105mm f4.5 lens, but I'm afraid it isn't a treasure. Truly excellent examples only sell for about $30 today.
Best wishes,
David Silver
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I'm an expert on all types of antique, classic, and contemporary cameras, as well as the general history of photography. Everything from ancient box cameras to modern single-lens-reflex; from simple Kodaks to sophisticated Leica and Nikon; from glass plates and roll film to movie and 35mm. I can identify and appraise them, explain how they work, and offer insights on their restoration and care. I can also provide historical background on vintage cameras and equipment, and guidelines on their purchase and sale.
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