Name that Calumet 45

<p>I need to identify the model Calumet 45 that I bought.<br>

I'm selling it and want to give an accurate description to<br>

potential buyers. </p>

<p>I was told it was a 45N, but I don't think that's correct.</p>

<p>I have 4 pictures in my portfolio. The serial is 20948.<br>

http://www.photo.net/photos/dw</p>

<p>I'm hoping somebody can identify the exact model and approximate its age.</p>

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<p>It would appear to be a Calumet CC401. If that's a 22" rail, then it is for sure.<br>

<br /> Cheers,<br>

\donw</p>

<p>Its definately one of the 400 series, either 400 or 401, I don't remember the difference, but they all take the same boards, don't have interchangeable bellows or universal backs, but they are all also excellent basic workhorse view cameras that will do a fine job.</p>

<p>It is a 400 type Calumet. The same camera was originally made by Kodak and sold as their "Masterview" camera.</p><div></div>

<p>Don Wilkes is right. If it has a 22" rail it's the CC-401. The CC-400 comes with a 16" rail. The longer rail being for close up shots where a longer bellows is needed. I have the original manual that states what Don and I are saying if that helps eliminate some doubt.</p>

<p>Peter</p>

<p>I certainly agree on the identification.<br>

I bought mine direct from Calumet in 1968. They'd been advertising them for years. In the early 70's they offered it with a black finish, but same design.</p>

<p>I own one, checked the manual, if it has the:<br>

20" rail, then it has 16" bellows draw = CC-400 "STANDARD"<br>

26" rail, then it has 22" bellows draw = CC-401 "LONG FOCUS"<br>

13" rail, then it has 7 3/16" bellows draw = CC-402 "WIDE FIELD"<br>

Steve L. is right, the Masterview design / machining was sold from Kodak to Calumet when Kodal wanted to get out of camera manufacturing.<br>

Nice studio camera, the geared rise is really nice except that you need to push in the knob while turning. I'd recommend a Tech IV for the outdoor use.</p>

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