VTHokiEE
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(Hopefully this is the right sub forum)
I'm finally able to make it out to the Camera Swap this Sunday by Kiwi Camera Repair in Orlando, FL (http://kiwicameraservice.com/2014/07/07/camera-swap-and-sale/). Just was wondering if anyone else was planning on attending?
I'm finally able to make it out to the Camera Swap this Sunday by Kiwi Camera Repair in Orlando, FL (http://kiwicameraservice.com/2014/07/07/camera-swap-and-sale/). Just was wondering if anyone else was planning on attending?
Bob Michaels
nobody special
I will be back in Cuba on Sunday but have attended just about all of these camera swaps. Of course, Michael Levira who is "Kiwi Camera Service" is a personal friend in addition to maintaining all my photo gear. It is always a social occasion to meet new people and renew friendships. There is always food and refreshments.
There is always an eclectic mix of buyers / sellers and things for sale. Many are like me and just bring miscellaneous items to give away for future favors. But I have met strangers who have bought a complete Bronica SQA system, a Contax G system, a 21mm Biogon, a Fuji X-100. Prices are key but deals are made. If you are a seller and really willing to deal for cash, you can sell. Expect the top E-Bay pricing and you will be disappointed. If you are an open minded buyer, you just might find some treasure that you never thought you needed. Last time, I bought an antique darkroom timer for $10. It still sits on the shelf. But the seller recently told me that if I needed any more 4x5 film holders to come by his studio and he would give me some. And, I bought a lifetime supply of Photoflo last year for $1-.
Tell everyone that I said hello.
There is always an eclectic mix of buyers / sellers and things for sale. Many are like me and just bring miscellaneous items to give away for future favors. But I have met strangers who have bought a complete Bronica SQA system, a Contax G system, a 21mm Biogon, a Fuji X-100. Prices are key but deals are made. If you are a seller and really willing to deal for cash, you can sell. Expect the top E-Bay pricing and you will be disappointed. If you are an open minded buyer, you just might find some treasure that you never thought you needed. Last time, I bought an antique darkroom timer for $10. It still sits on the shelf. But the seller recently told me that if I needed any more 4x5 film holders to come by his studio and he would give me some. And, I bought a lifetime supply of Photoflo last year for $1-.
Tell everyone that I said hello.
VTHokiEE
Well-known
Bob,
Thanks a lot for the nice overview. I'm really looking forward to it, a little bummed to hear that you won't be there, but there's always the next one. Hope you have a good trip!
Thanks a lot for the nice overview. I'm really looking forward to it, a little bummed to hear that you won't be there, but there's always the next one. Hope you have a good trip!