Merry Christmas to me!

[cameracrack]

<p>Just wanted to show off.. He's finally here!! This is my NEW Kodak Signet 50! Basically literally new!! It was a display camera from an old photography shop estate is what I am told. The condition is amazing! Aside from being a bit dusty, it's new! I know I over paid a little but how awesome is it that I can say I am the original owner of him? Everything is in perfect working order! I was most worried about the exposure meter but it's fine. This is an awesome pick-me-up after having all the issues with my Signet 40.</p><div></div>

[Mike Gammill]

<p>Very nice. Be sure and post some photos after you've had a chance to run some film through it.</p>

[john_robison3]

<p>Liana, that is beyond perfect! To find one of that vintage and in that shape is fantastic.<br>

Are you going to run at least one roll through it?</p>

[Andy Collins]

<p>Man, that's a good looking camera! I would also love to see some pictures from it.</p>

[cameracrack]

<p>Thank you! I already have a roll of cheap-o color film in there to test him out. I have taken only one test shot today with it to see if a flash adapter I purchased worked which it did. The rest of the day was spent cleaning it and making sure everything worked right.<br>

I am on the hunt for some flash bulbs to try them out too! I'll be going down to B&H either tomorrow or next week and then I'll have some real opportunity to use it! Can't wait! I'll be sure to post the photos when they are developed.</p>

[mfophotos]

<p>Liana -- I have hundreds of flash bulbs. Contact me and I'll see what I can do for ya. <br>

Mark</p>

[cameracrack]

<p>Mark, thanks I messaged you!</p>

[rick_drawbridge]

<p>Utterly totally lovely...retro at it's very best. It would sure look cool on the white vinyl seat of the Thunderbird...Looking forward to the pics, Liana.</p>

[lauren_macintosh]

<p>Rick Drawbridge: It would sure look cool on the white vinyl seat of the Thunderbird... <strong>you mean the one with curved back seats:</strong></p>

[rdm]

<p>Hey did you know that with flash bulbs you have to have the shutter speed set to 1/50 , but if you were to use and adapter and hook an electronic flash to it , it would be synced at all speeds. I got an adapter from online , but also made one easily too, since i have many Signets i needed more than one.<br>

I have this exact camera and have been using it on and off for the last 2 years. I like the built in flash meter but not the lack of Range focus and only a Zone focus; so i switched to using my Signet 40 more, Which has no built in light meter but a ranger finder focus. My pictures with the signet 50 are often blurry when I'm taking photos of things closer to me , and with the Signet 40 , focus is always on. I also have 2 Signet 30's which are the same as the Signet 50 but without the meter. I keep one in my glove box all the time just in-case i may need it. And its nice to know that the cold winters wont really affect these mechanical beauties from working.</p>

[golden]

<p>wow now thats a nice one, i have a signet 40 that is nothing but a piece of junk, lens is awsome but the shutter is worthless, post some images with the 50 when you can, by the way i dont any boy cameras all mine are girls. : ))</p>

[Lou_Meluso]

<p>There is something about a new vintage camera in the box that even makes non collectors smile. It's like the holy grail or something. Very nice!</p>

[terrypittman]

<p>Very nice, enjoy, and post pics when available.</p>

[tom_aellis1]

<p>Awesome and Merry Xmas. Nice gift to one's self.<br>

And you did not over-pay if it brings you so much joy!</p>

[JDMvW]

<p>Cool. </p>

<p>You know from <em>Antiques Roadshow</em> how much the original packaging enhances value, so regret not ;)</p>

[john carter]

<p>What bulbs does it use. I have a box I'll send you if they are the right ones.</p>

[rustys pics]

<p>You're gonna love using Flash Bulbs. I've been using them with my Argoflex 40 and there is nothing like the POP and SIZZLE they make. Throw out a lot of heat too. Great for holiday shooting. Don't forget to show us your pics!</p>

[cameracrack]

<p>dan Mar - No I didn't know that. I haven't had the proper chance to read the manuals for the camera and flash. I only skimmed through the camera manual (I'm swamped with work right now). I knew that the 50 would not have a range finder. I figured it would be an opportunity to improve my skills. I guess we will see what happens. I would prefer my Signet 40 over the 50 but she's not working right now and I'll need to figure out how to fix her, if not I'll need to replace her :(<br>

John G. - Ha, I don't know I just started calling it he. I guess I get a male vibe from my 50, while I call my 40 gives me a she vibe!<br>

John C. - I'll message you!<br>

Russ - I can't wait, I have never used flash bulbs before. Hopefully I get some by Christmas!<br>

I'll post the photo. I have been taking pictures here and there but probably won't get a real chance to take some photos until after my semester is over. However, I'll be making a trip out to B&H this week so maybe I'll get to finish off the roll while downtown.</p>

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[kparratt]

<p>You think YOU are fortunate?<br>

Well I wonder if that little Signet fellow knows just how lucky HE is!<br>

Because quite honestly Liana, I don't think it could have gone to a better new owner. Congratulations and Merry Christmas from Norway.<br>

Cheers, Kevin</p>

[steve_epstein1]

<p>QUESTION??? -- now the (proud?) owner of a Wisner 4x5 field camera - vintage 1999 - has not been shot in 5 years -- looks pretty but...-- where can I find a manual so I can find out whether or not I made a mistake. First-timer in the field of LF -- have been a meduim format kind of guy for 30+ years -- now it might just be the time to join the other dinosaurs out there. Thanx.</p>