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<p>Wonderful as always. </p>

<p>There is a site Miranda Historical Society, but it looks like they haven't been active since 2004<br> They do have this statement: As far as I know, there is still no definitive book on the history and products of MIRANDA CAMERA CO, although several of the serious collectors have been preparing material for some time. The books below are contemporary to the Miranda, best found in Half Price Books or other used stock stores. Sometimes these books come up for sale on www.ebay.com, too.<br /><br /> There are also magazine articles, but I have not yet started a comprehensive list of these. If you can read Dutch, the initial article listed offers a good historical overview of the models and major accessories. Contributions and additions to this list are, of course, most welcome. <br /><br /> For service manuals, a number of these are available as copies through Oldtimer Cameras in the UK. I'll list and comment on the ones I know about..And list this---under service manuals---<strong>Sensomat - IMHO the best generic Miranda manual, with good troubleshooting sections and usually clear illustrations </strong>-----So, a trip to ebay, or if oldtimer camera has a site----Good luck---Love Mirandas, they were loaded with features at bargain prices.</p>

<p>AHHHH the mantra of the do-it-yourselfer. Been there done that, and it never teaches a lesson, because if it weren't for my failing eyesight, I'd be asking the same questions.</p>

<p>This came to me as I was reading everyone's comments. (Sorry to hear of your bad luck Karl) Would anyone have an opinion about using the commercially available food storage systems? I mean the ones that vacuum out all the air, and seal a plastic bag or rigid container.</p>

<p>ZZZZZZZ</p>

<p>It's a decent lens, I must say. I think you're correct thinking the lousy attitude came from the name. On another note, Is anyplace safe from the tagging and graffiti? These morons should have the word MORON tattooed on their forehead if caught. How can someone take their turf and make it look so damn crappy. Like we want to see their drivel plastered on every nook and cranny.</p>

<p>That's quite an effort. Thank you!</p>

<p>Perhaps if you put a few drops of lighter fluid on the hub of the self timer, let it sink in, then a few more for good measure, it may loosen that grease. Then a gentle push to get it moving.</p>

<p>I have to say, it's threads like this that make me keep coming back here. Ingenious people, Products hand made, to make the old things work, helpful comments. What more is there in a hobby?</p>

<p>As always, an enjoyable read. thank you for posting.</p>

<p>The answer is anything she wants to shoot in my book! I'll stand and pose for her for hours.</p>

<p>Looks like age related haze to me. Should be able to remove it IMO. Clean gently. But keep in mind no matter what you do, you probably can't make it worse. I've gone so far as to remove the front element, and using a rock polish slurry in my palm, been able to remove some nasty cleaning marks, and the lens still came up taking great photos. Maybe a little extra "glow", but perfectly acceptable.</p>

<p>Love the soft quality of autochromes. Today's films and digital are sharp as a tack, but miss that ethereal quality. </p>

<p>And everything you read on the internet is absolutely true and believable! The internet says so.</p>

<p>I was into stereo for years, from the stereo cards, to mounted slides. The easiest way to view them is with the hand held lighted slide viewers. Realist red button comes to mind, and I think they may be a little pricey now. As everyone said, you'll have to do your own mounting. I never had one, but I've heard that the stereo projectors worked, but sometimes produced vertigo in the person viewing. I have a Fujifilm Stereo digital that I used a few times. Interesting that it gives a 3D image to the LED viewing screen on camera. It also has a viewing digital Photo frame, that projects a stereo image without the need for glasses. I haven't tried that yet, as I have kind of left the camera to languish in a drawer for a couple years. </p>

<p>Nice old gem. I like the effect of the color in the photos too. Looks like some vintage tri-color photos I've seen. That's what I like about this forum. It doesn't have to be an ALPA, or Hasselblad, the most mundane cameras still pique interest. Great post. Thank you.</p>

<p>With all the hacking going on in the world, from department stores to banks, to the federal government, why would a cloud be enticing to anyone at all. It really is a question that baffles me.</p>

<p>I've given up so many cameras that I regret, my list would fill two screens. To name just a few.<br> M3, Norita, Kiev88, Fuji 645 folder, and on and on and on. I guess I'd rather focus on what will be the next into the coffers. They usually say this about women, but if you've had one, you want them ALL!</p>

<p>That kind of attitude, and service is what makes me go back to B&H for my company purchases. Not to mention that they ALWAYS beat other suppliers in delivery time. Keep up the good work Henry!</p>

<p>I purchase for our company, and we use B and H for a lot of items, large and small. I've never received an item that wasn't overpacked. In fact, sometimes it's aggravating to have to wade through the oodles of bubble pack they use. But always packed very well to protect the items. I'd definitely return the item, because you never know when some concealed damage is going to rear its ugly head, and with a $6400 precision instrument, that becomes even more important. As far as the truckers handling the goods, that is a complete disaster. I've received so many packages that appear to have been put through a crusher I can't count them, and it's not limited to one carrier. They want to move volume, forget that it might be a cherished or delicate item.</p>

<p>Excellent work. I particularly like that sepia boat. Very retro. C44 was a good little camera. I'd warn against trying to use any of the interchangeable lenses. Maybe it was just my ham handedness, but I totally messed up my C44R trying to change a lens.</p>

<p>Excellent post, really informative. Beautiful outfit to have found, in such good condition. My vote would be to use it. As they said, if you never use it, it might just as well be broken. Funny thing, is it actually MAY already be broken. How would you know. There goes that old Schrroedinger's cat again. I say photograph one live and one dead cat, then put it up on your shelf.</p>

<p>Great Job Marc, keep em coming. </p>

<p>And where did you say this shop was located? Street address, City, state, phone number, website if available will be all I need.</p>

<p>I used to import my own Russian cameras, and it was an interesting scenario getting them. It was a Russian firm that would sell to individuals. You spent months waiting for whatever you ordered, but it eventually arrived. Brand spanking new from the factory. Usually, they came packed in a thin plywood box, with hand written address cards glued to the outside. Then inside, there was the factory packaging, and the distinctive odor these seemed to emit. I guess I could have ordered from a supplier in GB, but it felt more authentic to import my own.</p>