Rolleicord C(LA)

[M_alice]

Hello
This is my new (old) camera.

I have just finished my first test film and it looks like camera works almost perfectly. It's only a little dirty outside and with traces of green corrosion stuff. Especially on the black plate with exposure instructions on the "back door". I know you can remove it with vinegar or metal polish but... I'm a little afraid to damage all those silver/white letters on the plate (exposure charts). Anybody has some experience with cleanig Art Deco. How about cleaning camera body with simple metal (silver) cleaner. Dr. Beckamnn from Germany in my case?

 

[rick oleson]

Metal polishes are abrasive; generally gentle enough to be used if needed, but they will remove some material. I don't think it's necessary in your case. You should be able to clean off the green stuff and most general surface dirt with a cloth moistened with cigarette lighter fluid, and it won't damage the paint or the leather.

 

[x-ray]

Beautiful example of the Art Deco. I have one but its quite worn. Always loved this version.

 

[Sarcophilus Harrisii]

It is in quite good condition compared to most examples. I don't need an Art Deco but I would love one, simply because they're so very pretty. See if you can get someone trustworthy to re-align the viewfinder hood if possible. It would make it comparable to the condition of the rest of the camera then.
Cheers,
Brett

 

[M_alice]

See if you can get someone trustworthy to re-align the viewfinder hood if possible.

I'm working on it. I've been told that the problem is with old springs and it could be difficult to solve it.

 

[jsrockit]

Wow, jealous!