beau_wright

Actually Christoper, I would be interested in seeing how this thing works. If you could send a

copy of the instruction manual, I don't mind reimbursing you for postage.

I sure appreciate the offer Christopher. Finances are rather tight right now so need to get

this camera moving. Here is the link to the auction:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Original-Bell-Howell-Foton-35mm-Camera-Leather-

Case_W0QQitemZ230149962875QQihZ013QQcategoryZ67380QQssPageNameZWDVWQQr

dZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Thought you folks might want to see this much-talked about camera. Thanks again for all

the discussion and information!

Beau

Christopher, you are absolutely right, I went to a camera shop and the gentlemen in there

(who have been in the business for over 25 years) said they had never seen a Foton before.

He said there was no way he could figure out if it worked. So I imagine I'm up a creek, I

simply don't know how to operate this gizmo.

Richard and Jim, thanks so much for all the suggestions and help! I will absolutely go down to

the camera store today and make sure it works. Thanks again!

Thanks for the input! Due to the need of a new computer, the camera is going to have to go.

Would you say that eBay would be best option?

Hello!

This is my first post here on the forum and I'm a novice in photography, so please excuse my ignorance.

I'm recently came into the possession of this original Bell&Howell Foton in fanastic condition! As I

understand it, this was one of the finest 35mm cameras ever made in the United States. This camera

belonged to a relative of mine, who purchased it new back in the late 40s (I believe the Foton originally

came out in 1948). He was a commercial artist, so no doubt he felt he needed the best money could buy.

Also with the camera is the original case; however, the case does show some wear. Any comments would

be appreciated as well as any remarks as to value.

Best,

Beau