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C. Mitchell
Joined: 26 Jul 2023
Posts: 1
PostPosted: Wed Jul 26, 2023 10:51 pm   Post subject: Camera mfg. date

I have a speed graphic sr # 753497. I am trying to find out when it was made and any other info about it.
Dan Fromm
Joined: 14 May 2001
Posts: 2165
PostPosted: Thu Jul 27, 2023 2:33 pm

The serial number non-book is a little confused. In theory, serial numbers for 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 Pacemaker Speed Graphics reset and started from 750,000 some time in late 1949 or early 1950. However, the lowest s/n listed in that series is 754,001, dated 2/22/1950.

Best guess for your camera's date? Early 1950.

If it isn't a 3x4, all bets are off.
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