Offered here is a substantial Graflex Crown Graphic “34” press-camera outfit in the less-common 3¼ × 4¼-inch format. The bundle includes the camera, Graflex Optar lens, Graflite flash assembly, nine matching Graflex double-sided film holders, two boxed film-pack adapters and period accessories.
CAMERA
• Graflex Pacemaker Crown Graphic “34”
• 3¼ × 4¼-inch format
• Body serial number: 765839
• Graflex Optar 135mm f/4.7 lens
• Graphex leaf shutter
• Side-mounted Kalart synchronized rangefinder
• Top optical viewfinder
• Folding sports-frame finder
• Graphic spring back with ground glass and folding focusing hood
FLASH EQUIPMENT
• Graflex Graflite two-cell flash assembly
• Catalog No. 2772
• Smaller Graflex reflector
• Camera mounting clamps and bracket
• Period synchronization/remote cords shown in the photographs
FILM ACCESSORIES
• Nine genuine Graflex 3¼ × 4¼ double-sided cut-film holders
• All nine holders include both removable dark slides—18 dark slides total
• Some holders contain paper inserts; no usable film is represented as included
• Two boxed Graflex 3¼ × 4¼ Graphic Film Pack Adapters
• Adapter boxes remain taped closed and have not recently been opened for further internal inspection
CONDITION
The camera and accessories show normal cosmetic wear consistent with age and professional-style use, including surface marks, finish wear, minor oxidation and wear around the edges of the holders. Please examine all photographs closely, as they form an important part of the condition description.
The lens has no visible scratches or fungus. Some internal haze is visible, and the lens may benefit from professional cleaning. It has not been disassembled or internally cleaned.
The bellows were inspected in a darkened room by placing a phone flashlight inside. No obvious pinholes or major light leaks were observed. This was a visual flashlight inspection only; the camera has not been film-tested.
Shutter-speed accuracy, rangefinder calibration, flash operation, synchronization equipment and holder light-tightness have not been professionally tested or verified. Because of the equipment’s age, the entire outfit is being sold as untested and without a guarantee of complete photographic operation. Servicing may be required before dependable use.
This is an appealing, unusually complete Crown Graphic outfit for a Graflex collector, press-camera enthusiast, large-format photographer or historical photographic display. The 3¼ × 4¼ format is less common than the familiar 4×5 Crown Graphic, and buyers should confirm current film availability and accessory compatibility before purchasing.
Only the camera, flash equipment, holders, adapters, cords and accessories shown in the photographs are included. The equipment will be carefully packed, with the flash reflector and vulnerable components separately protected for shipment.