Are old Argus cameras worth anything?
Are old Argus cameras worth anything?
Unfortunately, most Argus camera models are not worth a great deal. However, there are a number of less common to very rare models that command a modest to (rarely) very high price. Value will also vary depending on condition and included accessories.
How much is a Argus?
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| This item Vintage Argus C3 35mm Rangefinder Brick Camera | RETO Ultra Wide and Slim 35mm Reusable Daylight Film Camera – 22mm Wide Lens, Focus Free, Light Weight, Easy to Use (Cream) #1 New Release | |
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| Price | $6980 | $29.99$29.99 |
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Does Argus still make cameras?
More recently, the Argus brand has been reestablished and is used on a variety of inexpensive digital cameras made by Argus Camera Company, LLC., located in Inverness, Illinois….Argus (camera company)
| Argus Building | |
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| Industry | Cameras |
| Headquarters | Ann Arbor, Michigan, U.S. |
Who made Argus cameras?
Charles Verschoor
Argus Camera Company 1936 Argus is an American maker of cameras and photographic products. The company originated as a subsidiary of the International Radio Corporation (IRC), founded by Charles Verschoor.
How do I open my Argus camera?
Open the camera by depressing the catch at the end of the camera. Pull out rewind knob on the bottom of the camera, and insert the 35mm cartridge. Then push the rewind knob in (it may be necessary to turn it slightly). Thread end of film completely through the slot on the takeup spindle.
How do you open an old Argus camera?
What year is the Argus C3?
The Argus C3 was a low-priced rangefinder camera mass-produced from 1939 to 1966 by Argus in Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States. The camera sold about 2 million units, making it one of the most popular cameras in history.
Does Argus C3 need a battery?
Film; standard 35mm cartridges. Flash; no built-in flash, but it does have contacts on the left side of the camera for a proprietary flash unit. Power; no batteries.
