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Im looking for an old Pathfinder camera to have converted to pack film. I know where I can get an original Model 110 in good shape– should I buy it?

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Im looking for an old Pathfinder camera to have converted to pack film. I know where I can get an original Model 110 in good shape– should I buy it?

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Probably not, if you’re planning to have it converted. Most companies that offer conversion services for Pathfinder cameras– including Four Designs (probably the most well-known such company)– will only do conversions of 110A/110B/120 cameras, not the original Model 110. The problem with the original 110 has to do with the physical location of the rangefinder on that camera. Most conversion procedures involve cutting off part of the camera body on the side where the back latch is located. Unfortunately, in the case of the original 110, the rangefinder would be in the way, and so would be destroyed by the operation. The 110A/110B/120 rangefinder is located on the opposite side of the camera, so this isn’t an issue with those cameras. 2.1.2: Is there a way I can convert a 110-series camera to packfilm by myself? I’m pretty handy with tools and mechanical things. Well, I’ve got some good news, and I’ve got some bad news. The good news is that it is indeed possible, and can be done at ve

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