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wlewisiii said:Yoikes! for that many coins, I hope it's as near perfection as is imaginable.
I do prefer the look of the four element Tessar types, but I've always gotten very good results (even wide open) from the "cheap" triplets. Give a lens a fair workout before worrying about what someone else tells you. If you decide you don't like the look from that old Isolette III, just let me know and we'll work something out... 😉
One film that I have found to bring out all the flair (not flare 🙂 ) of an old folder lens is Fuji Reala CS. Be sure to try a roll or two in that Bessa once you get it. Some of my favorite shots were done with an Iskra & a Moskva 5 on Reala.
Good luck and good light!
William
William, are you suggesting me to sell you the Isolette III ? Kind of premature cos' I have yet to lay hands on it and the Bessa. Anyway, thanks for your offer if that's the case. I think I can have confidence on this dealer based on past experience dealing with him. That's actually why I was willing to pay more than usual. Where I am from, it will be a pain in the neck to repair a folder. Someday, I may have to rely on your guys to help me find some expert craftsmen to handle maintenance. 😎