| Collecting antique and vintage cameras is a form | | | | Check newspaper classifieds for sales and |
| of passion for collectors. Finding the right place to | | | | auctions. Narrow your search by checking on |
| shop for antique cameras seems to be hard | | | | upcoming antique sales and auctions especially in |
| these days, because of the scarcity of authentic | | | | your area. It is a great way to meet other |
| classic antique cameras. | | | | collectors and find wonderful antique pieces. |
| If you are internet savvy and you've just found a | | | | Try to check your local thrift stores too. You |
| new hobby of collecting antique cameras, the | | | | never know until you ask the friendly store clerk. |
| internet isn't the best venue to shop. Though | | | | Sometimes, even if you don't find an item in a |
| there are legitimate sellers on eBay and other | | | | thrift store, you can always ask the manager to |
| online shops, it is still best to look for land-based | | | | recommend someone they might know. Or you |
| establishments. You never know the authenticity | | | | can meet people who have the same interest as |
| of the item until you have it, so it is advisable to | | | | you, and from there you can start your antique |
| go and look for the antique camera personally. | | | | camera-hunting with your newfound pals who can |
| A good place to start looking for antique cameras | | | | also give you tips on collecting and purchasing |
| is at a flea market. Here you can check on the | | | | antiques. |
| item and ask for good deals. Ask the seller about | | | | Look for photo swaps and photo shows in your |
| the antique camera's history and ask for a demo | | | | local area. Ask the coordinator for any antique |
| if it is working. If you are looking for an antique | | | | camera sales or swaps with other collectors and |
| camera for the sole purpose of displaying it with | | | | enthusiasts. Though these events don't happen |
| your other collection, you can ask the seller for a | | | | often these days, try to take your chance once |
| discount. | | | | you've heard of an announcement. |
| Another place to go to is an antique show. Check | | | | Lastly, check your local antique dealer for any |
| with the coordinator if they have antique cameras | | | | classic cameras on sale. Prices at an antique |
| for sale and if they are offering special deals. | | | | dealer's shop are usually high, but if you have |
| Garage and estate sales are also good places to | | | | established a loyalty with them, you'll reap the |
| look for antique cameras. You'll never know who | | | | benefits in the long run. |
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