Manufacture: Perken, Son & Rayment
Location: London, England
Model: "Optimus" Detective Camera
Production Dates: c1888
Film: Plate

Description: A really well made little instrument. Covered with good quality black leather. It is fitted with a reliable Achromatic Lens, Instantaneous and time exposure shutter

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6 dry plates 3 1/4 by 3 1/4 inches ... 13p 6s

6 dry plates 4 1/4 by 3 1/4 inches ... 18p

12 dry plates 4 1/4 by 3 1/4 inches ... 22p

One simple movement only, to change the plates. This series will be found the most satisfactory working magazine Cameras offered at Popular Prices.

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