Stock number #6370 |
Description: The A-12 magazine was designed to improve the relatively slow film loading procedure of the earlier version (C12) of the magazine. There were also complaints that the very fast film could be fogged through the viewing port on the previous version. The new design introduced in 1968 addressed both of these problems. A winding crank and the absence of a viewing port are the obvious items that identifies the A12. An additional change is a hinged film reminder that holds the end flap of 120 film boxes. At photo conventions and events, Hasselblad used to sponsor film loading competitions for photographers, The fastest competitors could load a film onto a A12 in about 10 seconds from film in one hand and magazine in the other; to the film loaded, advanced and clipped onto a camera body!The A12 was all chrome until 1973 after which both black and chrome versions were available, numbered 30074 and 30147 respectively. Condition details: Included: This back does not have a matching insert. Cosmetic: Moderate wear, including some loss of the black coating to the edges. Which is very common. No shrinkage to the vinyl. Mechanical: Fully working. Strong and no damage. Light seals: The light seal is light tight. Cosmetic Condition: 4 (Signs of light use, but not misuse. No other cosmetic damage.) Functional Condition: E (Everything functioning. Major functions have recently been professionally tested.) |
Who are Camley Photographic?
We are specialists in medium and large format photographic equipment. Our primary focus is equipment that is both usable and collectible. Please do contact us via email with any questions or enquires. |
Equipment to sell?
Yes, please! We are actively buying medium and large format photographic equipment, either individual items or entire collections. We can arrange collection and will pay cash. Please contact us via our website (www.camleyphotographic.com/contact), or send us an email with details of what you are thinking of selling. |
Checking and Testing
We carefully inspect, grade, check and test all items prior to sale. Specifically, we will identify:
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Guarantee and Returns
All items are guaranteed for 90 days. Faulty items: Must be returned within 90 days for a replacement/repair/refund. Changing your mind: We offer a no quibble refund on items within 30 days of purchase. These must be unused and in their original condition and packing. The customer is responsible for the return postage costs. |
Cosmetic Condition
Our ratings are adopted from the photographic catalogue 'McKeown's Price Guide to Antique and Classic Cameras'.
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Functional Condition
All lenses, even when new, may have particles of dust that are visible that will not affect the image quality. This is certainly true for older used lenses. Our gradings indicate when lens imperfections could affect the image quality.
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