The Standard camera was manufactured by The Lonsdale Brothers in circa 1898. It was also referred to as the No. 5 kit for camera components, specially adapted for dealers desiring to manufacture on the premises. The wood work was cut and glued and every process requiring machinery and power has been done by Lonsdale Brothers, so that dealers with spare hours can perform final assembly. The Standard camera was a well constructed square bellows camera made of Honduras mahogany, with brass fittings and leather bellows. The camera was sold completed manufactured or in kits and was available in a half plate, whole plate 10 x 8 inch, 12 x 10 inch and 15 x 12 inch size.



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