Antique falling-plate magazine box camera showing significant age-related wear, including scratches, scuffs, oxidation, finish deterioration, and extensive cracking and peeling to the carrying handle. Interior metal plate carriers are present, but the exact quantity and completeness have not been verified. Internal stamped number 158252. Camera and mechanical functions have not been tested. Working condition is unknown. Please carefully review all photographs for condition and included components.

Antique Falling-Plate Magazine Box Camera – Early 1900s – Untested

Offered for sale is an antique black falling-plate magazine box camera dating to the early 20th century. Its design closely resembles the W. Butcher & Sons “The Midg” camera family, although the exact manufacturer and model have not been conclusively identified.

This collectible camera features a textured black exterior, dual reflecting viewfinders, a central lens assembly with adjustable aperture markings, a numbered plate-changing control, and a hinged rear compartment containing the original-style mechanical plate magazine components.

Details:

* Type: Antique falling-plate magazine box camera

* Style: W. Butcher & Sons “The Midg” type

* Era: Early 1900s, approximate

* Color: Black

* Aperture markings: f/8, f/11, f/16, f/22, f/32

* Dual reflecting viewfinders

* Internal stamped number: 158252

* Rear-opening plate magazine with metal plate carriers

* Approximate dimensions: 8.25–8.5” wide × 7.5” tall × 4.25” deep, excluding carrying handle

Condition:

This camera is being sold in antique, as-found condition. It has significant age-related wear, including surface scratches, scuffs, oxidation, finish deterioration, and wear to the lens assembly and mechanical components.

The carrying handle has extensive cracking, peeling, and deterioration and should not be relied upon for lifting or carrying the camera.

The rear compartment contains metal plate carriers and mechanical components. The exact number of carriers has not been verified, and completeness cannot be guaranteed.

UNTESTED: The camera has not been tested for shutter operation, plate-changing functionality, light tightness, or photographic use. No guarantee is made regarding functionality. Restoration, servicing, or repair may be necessary.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description. Only the camera and components shown are included.

A distinctive historical photography collectible suitable for display, restoration, or an antique camera collection.

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