Graflex XL Polaroid Land Film Holder
This is the rare, must-have Polaroid Back that fits on the back of all of the Graflex XL Series Cameras and the Brooks Veriwide XL.
I purchased this one to have a spare and so I could shoot 2 different Polaroid films at the same time, however I now need to finance my latest acquisition, my first complete Sinar View Camera.
Before I go into the condition of this beauty, I would like to share my experience using one of these with my Graflex XLSW. The exposure functionality works the same as any Polaroid Type 100 film holder, however the attaching mechanics were a bit cumbersome for me when I first acquired my back.
This information only applies when using the 1" or greater spacers.
If you take a look at Images 2 through 6, this is the side of the holder that attaches to the camera. Please note how the attachment knobs are recessed into the holder, or the ends of the holder stick out towards the camera. This is so that the holder can be also be used as a grip to hold the Graflex XLSW or Brooks Veriwide cameras.
Because of this, when using the 1" Spacer, it is rather difficult to lock and unlock the sliders. I can just barely fit my smallest finger into the space between the Polaroid back and the spacer to reach the sliders. So switching back and forth between ground glass and Polaroid back is practically impossible, without nudging the camera,and at the least, is rather irritating.
The solution to this is incorporating two 1" spacers in your kit, one for the ground glass and one for the Polaroid back. A more elegant solution is to use two 1/2" spacers which have handles at the top of the spacer to move the sliders.
In short, stock up on all of the spacers that you can.
Though I never used this Polaroid back, the condition is the best that I have ever seen. The slightest problem is small chips on the corners of the darkslide. Please refer to the magnified view of Image 6. I have confirmed that this will have no impact on usage. The rollers are clean and without issue. A minimal light cleaning may be in order, but not required.
Shipping will be provided by USPS Priority, worldwide. First Class is not available as the film holder will be shipped with Tracking and Insurance.
Payment shall be rendered via PayPal within 12 hours of the auction's end.
Please don't hesitate to message me should you have any questions or there is has been an error or omission on my part.
Thank you for looking and good luck.
Please check out my other stuff!
This is the rare, must-have Polaroid Back that fits on the back of all of the Graflex XL Series Cameras and the Brooks Veriwide XL.
I purchased this one to have a spare and so I could shoot 2 different Polaroid films at the same time, however I now need to finance my latest acquisition, my first complete Sinar View Camera.
Before I go into the condition of this beauty, I would like to share my experience using one of these with my Graflex XLSW. The exposure functionality works the same as any Polaroid Type 100 film holder, however the attaching mechanics were a bit cumbersome for me when I first acquired my back.
This information only applies when using the 1" or greater spacers.
If you take a look at Images 2 through 6, this is the side of the holder that attaches to the camera. Please note how the attachment knobs are recessed into the holder, or the ends of the holder stick out towards the camera. This is so that the holder can be also be used as a grip to hold the Graflex XLSW or Brooks Veriwide cameras.
Because of this, when using the 1" Spacer, it is rather difficult to lock and unlock the sliders. I can just barely fit my smallest finger into the space between the Polaroid back and the spacer to reach the sliders. So switching back and forth between ground glass and Polaroid back is practically impossible, without nudging the camera,and at the least, is rather irritating.
The solution to this is incorporating two 1" spacers in your kit, one for the ground glass and one for the Polaroid back. A more elegant solution is to use two 1/2" spacers which have handles at the top of the spacer to move the sliders.
In short, stock up on all of the spacers that you can.
Though I never used this Polaroid back, the condition is the best that I have ever seen. The slightest problem is small chips on the corners of the darkslide. Please refer to the magnified view of Image 6. I have confirmed that this will have no impact on usage. The rollers are clean and without issue. A minimal light cleaning may be in order, but not required.
Shipping will be provided by USPS Priority, worldwide. First Class is not available as the film holder will be shipped with Tracking and Insurance.
Payment shall be rendered via PayPal within 12 hours of the auction's end.
Please don't hesitate to message me should you have any questions or there is has been an error or omission on my part.
Thank you for looking and good luck.
Please check out my other stuff!
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