Taking the plunge; Bessa R

[sweathog]

A few days ago I decided that it was time to take the bull by the horns and get myself a Bessa R. I opted to go for the R for various reasons, one key factor being the LTM mount, as I have a couple of local sources where occasionally one can pick them up fairly cheaply.
Another factor (unsurprising as I am a student) was the price. I paid about £130 for it, which I think was a reasonable price (Did I get a good deal?). For that I recieved the Bessa R (looking almost new), a Jupiter 8 with lens hood, a Leica strap and a Neoprene case.
I need to scan the negs from the test roll, but so far my impressions are that I have got myself a cracking piece of kit. It is light, easy to use and looks damn lovely.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2015/2257689947_5e5e0b6188.jpg?v=0

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2057/2258488092_860d5c87cc.jpg?v=0

[pesphoto]

You will be very pleased with the Bessa R. Enjoy.

[tribal.snake]

sounds like a good deal.

enjoy the camera, wonderful and simple camera to use.

[nico]

Hi Tom,
I'm sure will enjoy that camera, bought mine at the beginning of 2006 and I'm still using it and having a lot of fun with.
Don't forget to share some photos then,
ciao

[Ming The Merciless]

I think you got a very good deal. Congratulations and good luck with it.

[charjohncarter]

Here is a site that has a self repair tutorial for a common problem. I have never had this problem, but I treat my cameras softly and advance the film slowly.

http://bessar.wetpaint.com/page/Bessa+R

[lZr]

Good luck. I use it for everything that can go b&w. Good deal.
The Leica strap is redundant

[robin a]

You'll like it............Robin

[robert blu]

Well done ! I bought my R many years ago and in a short time became the most used among my cameras. It s simple and reliable. You'll enjoy it ! Waiting see some pictures...
robert

[januaryman]

The bright viewfinder alone is worth it to me. I can see!!!!!

[jackal2513]

isn't the bessa a disposable ?


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