The Bolsey B2 35mm US Air Force Camera was manufactured by the Bolsey Corporation of America from circa 1950. The USAF version of the Bolsey B2 was the same as the production B2 except it has the top plate engraved "Property of USAF" and AF contract number. It featured double exposure prevention and a built-in synchronized flash. The camera was constructed with a metal body covered in black imitation leather and the exposed metal parts were satin chrome plated. It had a built-in coupled split-image rangefinder, depth of focus scale and a film load indicator. It was fitted with a coated Wollensak f3.2 coated Anastigmat 44mm lens. The shutter was self cocking with five speeds ranging from 1/10 to 1/200 of a second, time and bulb. The camera measures approximately 4 1/8 x 2 3/4 x 2 1/4 inches and weighs 15 ounces.

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