@ Huffy49:
Did you get hold of an original Semi Rosen? I would be interested to see pictures of this one. The "J" and "O" logo does not remind me anything offhand, but it is definitely not related to Nikon: the company's former name "Nippon Kōgaku" does mean "Japan Optical" in English, but this English translation was never used in Japan.
--rebollo_fr 13:36, 1 May 2010 (EDT)
Rebollo:
Yes, I recently acquired what appears to be an original Semi Rosen. It's in fair condition - the frame counter is missing its leather cover (that's how I know it's made of wood), the pressure plate has come loose, the frame reset counter only partially works, and the bellows, made out of some flimsy paper-like material, is pretty well shot, though I may be able to tape it back together from the inside. Otherwise, it's cosmetically OK. It's currently very dusty, but after I clean it up, I'll post a full set of pictures for your perusal.
Japanese folders are not really my thing (Kodaks, Baldas, Weltas, and Nagels are) but I do own a pair of Waltax/Zenobia folders. The Semi Rosen was a bargain I couldn't refuse, though.
Huffy
- Great!
- The wooden frame counter is a curious thing. I've seen these roller-driven devices on other cameras, but made of metal.
- --rebollo_fr 10:48, 3 May 2010 (EDT)
Rebollo: Here are some notes on my Semi Rosen. I should be able to finish the photos later this week.
Finder is of the Newton type.
Finder automatically opens when the folding bed is released - finder release button is triggered by top folding strut. Finder cannot be latched shut whilst camera is unfolded; when camera is closed, release must be manually reset to hold finder closed.
Shutter is self-cocking or press type, with cable release socket.
Tripode socket is located on the bottom left, below the film supply chamber.
Huffy
Rebollo: Photos are now on my Flickr account (one is in Camerapedia group). I taped up the bellow (and retouched it in the photos); I've not finished touching up the paint and restoring the leather. I will probably attempt to rebuild the bellows if I cannot find a replacement. Eventually I'll probably try to trade it for something more to mt interests.
Huffy
- Thank you for the pictures; your camera looks very fine. Would you mind posting the other pictures in the group too? I would be interested to display some of them in the page, notably to illustrate the film counter mechanism. If you are interested in trading the camera in the future, you are welcome to send me an e-mail. --rebollo_fr 07:08, 13 May 2010 (EDT)
Pictures are now on Camerapedia's Flickr group. Huffy