Vintage Cameras

Today, we are all photographers. Smart phones make it super easy to snap some pretty ok images, and some pretty spectacular ones too. But once upon a time, taking a photo required a lot of skill and equipment. Dad was a hobbyist photographer, but mostly, snapped a pic here and there on vacation and to document our childhood.

Minolta was his brand, but he started with a Kodak, tried Contaflex and Olympus and even Stereo Realist (sort of, he only shot a few rolls of film) . And of course - home movies. Lots of fun with home movies.

Here's a glimpse.

Vintage camera equipment. Minolta Rokkor, Minolta X-700, Minolta Maxxum 7000, Tokina ATX Lens 24mm-40MM, GE PR1 Exposure Meter, Metrastar Meter, Weston Master IV Meter, Minolta Zoom 8, Contaflex Zeiss Ikon, Kodak Motormatic 35, Heiland Flash, Flash Bulbs Westinghouse Sylvania GE Norelco 5B 25B and more.

Stereo Realist Collection

The Great American Buckle Collection

The Mormon Temple Brass Buckle from The Great American Buckle Collection
 produced by Heritage Mint for First Security Corporation 50th Anniversary 1978

A collection of brass belt buckles dad had tucked away with his leather tool working kit. Never used. (Except the one on the belt that was mine as a child. He also gave one to each of my siblings.) There is some oxidation on a few of them that has created a beautiful natural patina.

The buckles were offered by First Security Corporation to celebrate its 50th anniversary and were bought outright or were given as a premium for new or add-on deposits. The program ran for seven-months and reportedly created in excess of $100 million in new deposits.

 "These serially numbered belt buckles were designed and sculptured by well known American artists. The buckles were cast in solid brass by the age-old sand-mold process, slow and tedious, which was popular in American foundries during the 1800s. They were then individually hand finished and polished to achieve a fine jewelry finish." (From pamphlet with buckle)

They each came in a leather satchel with a registration card and information about the piece.

The Process
"Solid Brass - Beautiful buckles that feature deep sculptured relief and three-dimensional styling. A Great Gift Idea!
   The master sculpture has been created with the same artistic skill and meticulous detailing that goes into the making of coins designated for minting. The hand cast original is duplicated in sub-masters used to form the sand molds.
   Molten brass, heated to 2000 degrees Fahrenheit in small crucibles, is pouted into the sand molds. Then each buckle is individually removed from the mold, smoothed and finished in 3 handwork steps, to impart the smooth,lustrous look that gives a living effect to the finished buckle. 
  Time consuming processes indeed, but the only way to achieve the magnificent look, feel and quality that reflects the authenticity of the two-centuries old method used in the making of the belt buckles of that period." (From pamphlet with buckle)



The Mormon Temple Buckle
"The world famous Salt Lake Mormon Temple is the most prominent building in Utah and is the subject for a limited edition of belt buckles. This grand edifice is a tribute to the spirit of the early pioneers who hauled huge granite blocks from Cottonwood Canyon by ox teams and labored on the construction from 1853 to 1893. First Security Corporation commemorates fifty years of service to Utah with this limited edition buckle; a handsome reminder of the industry of the people of the Intermountain West." (From pamphlet with buckle)

The Utah Golden Spike Brass Buckle from The Great American Buckle Collection
 produced by Heritage Mint for First Security Corporation 50th Anniversary 1978 

The Golden Spike Buckle

"To observe one of the most significant events in American railroad history, First Security commissioned Heritage Mint, Ltd to portray this memorable event that forged the way for the development of the intermountain region. The driving of the Golden Spike at Promontory Point on May 10, 1869 signified the joining of the transcontinental railroad system. This limited edition buckle honors that moment in history and is part of the Utah buckle collection in celebration of fifty years of service to the area by First Security Corporation." (From pamphlet with buckle)

The Utah State Seal Brass Buckle from The Great American Buckle Collection
 produced by Heritage Mint for First Security Corporation 50th Anniversary 1978

The Utah State Seal Buckle

"The Utah State seal buckle was commissioned by First Security Corporation as a tribute to Utah and its people. Designed by Harry Edwards, the seal was officially adopted by the first session of the Utah legislature on April 3, 1896, the year Utah was granted statehood. The seal incorporates the American Eagle as a symbol of protection in peace and war, the beehive connotes industry and is the state symbol. 1847 is the year of the arrival of the first pioneers into the Great Salt Lake Valley." (From pamphlet with buckle)

Cookie Cutters! 1950s to 1970s

Vintage Hallmark Cookie Cutters

One of my fondest memories as a child was all the cookie baking we did throughout the year. It was messy, but it was fun! Christmas was my favorite with my mother's famous gingerbread cookies & all the decorations we piled on top. Best ever. Her recipe is listed below.

1979 Scholastic Alphabet & Numbers made by Wilton

Classic Hallmark Cookie Cutters

1971 McCall Girl Cookie Cutter (sold)

Mickey Mouse Cookie Cutters - Donald Duck, Minnie Mouse, Pluto

The Muppets Cookie Cutters - Kermit & Fozzie

Peanuts Cookie Cutters - Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Snoopy (sold)

Hallmark Vampire Cookie Cutter

Vintage Metal Cookie Cutters

1950's Loew's Cookie Cutters - Tom & Jerry, Droopy Dog, Barney Bear
Red Plastic

Vintage Plastic Cookie Cutters

Vintage Red Plastic Cookie Cutters

Mom’s Gingerbread Cookies
Keep dough chilled until 15 minutes before you are ready to use. Easy to work with. Excellent cut-out cookies for kids.

1 cup shortening or butter
1 cup sugar
1 cup molasses
1 egg
3 ½-4 ½ cups flour (add slowly for variance!!)
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp ginger
1 tsp ground cloves
2 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp salt

    1.    Cream shortening and sugar. Beat in molasses and egg.
    2.    Add dry ingredients. Blend well. (Dough should feel quite soft before chilling. Do not add more flour unless because of variance in flours the dough is very sticky.)
    3.    CHILL OVERNIGHT.
    4.    Roll out 1/8-1/4” thick. Cut shapes. Decorate before or after baking with decorates, raisins, etc.
    5.    Use powdered sugar instead of flour when rolling out for a more tender product.
    6.    Bake on ungreased baking sheet at 350° for 10 minutes.
    7.    Loosen cookies with a spatula then cool before removing from sheets.
    8.    To hang cookies on a tree: Cut a drinking straw into 1” lengths. Push one into each unbaked cookie. Bake. Remove straws by gently twisting out while cookies are still warm.
Makes 2-3 dozen cookies

1970 Terry Travel Trailer

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Model 18 Travel-Pak

Update 7/4/14: Sold! 
There she goes...

This classic 1970 Terry travel trailer was purchased by my father from the original owners in 1974. It has  been sitting unused in his backyard in Redondo Beach CA since about 1985.  The trailer is ALL ORIGINAL! It's a time capsule.

We tested recently and 110V electric works. Interior ceiling looks great except for small water damage in bathroom from old leak, and around vent near sleeping bunk & ceiling over front couch. See pics for details. Small leak in water tank needs to be soldered.

Comes with Reese Load Leveling trailer hitch as pictured and original manuals, Reese Eaz-lift, sway control, two (2) custom made twin mattresses for front couch bed.

Sleeping: Dining area table lowers to convert couches to sleeping area. Front couch pulls out for double bed. Above the couch bunk bed extends to create double bed.

Registration tag is current & title is clear and in hand.

Model 18 Travel-Pak(R):
    •    Sleeps: 6
    •    Side Dinette, Front Gaucho, Side Kitchen, Front Studio Bunk, Rear Shower/Toilet/Sink
    •    Tire Size: 700x15 - 6ply
    •    Approx Gross Wt.: 3040 Lbs
    •    Approx Hitch Wt.: 420 Lbs
    •    Approx. Height: 8'9"
    •    Approx. Length: 18'8"
    •    Large Combination Butane/110v Electric Refrigerator
    •    10,000 BTU Wall Heater
    •    30-Gal. Holding Tank
    •    12-Volt Fluorescent Lights + 110volt lights
    •    Air Conditioner 110V works
    •    Spare tire holder on rear bumper
    •    2 propane tanks
    •    Electric tongue jack

Known Repairs Needed:
    •    leak in water tank needs to be soldered or replaced with plastic tank & demand pump
    •    tires have inner tubes plus good tread for local towing only due to age. should be replaced for serious towing
    •    old minor roof leak caused some water damage in ceiling over mirror/sink in bathroom & around vent by sleeping area bunk (see pics)
    •    awning has not been unrolled in over 30 years, probably needs to be replaced. some rust on poles that hold it up.
    •    small break away switch on tongue needs to be replaced

All manuals & brochures & correspondance stored in trailer:
- Original Terry Owner's Manual
- Duo-Therm Instructions

- Original Terry Travel Trailer ad brochure
- 1977 Warner Electric Brake & Clutch System Service & Parts Manual, Correspondence from company, maintenance & service guide, electric brake system catalog

- Eaz-Lift Spring Corp ad brochure

- Atlas Awning installation instructions

- Robertshaw flame master field information bulletin & Cooking Suggestions booklet

- Dometic refrigerator warranty policy, installation instructions, instructions for use, spare parts list, service & sales points booklet

- Mansfield Sanitary Traveler 908 general info, how to winterize

- 1970s receipts for various services
- 1977 Good Sam Club booklet & two large stickers

- 1967 Trailer Life travel Guide Rules of the Road/Disposal Stations
- Kelsey Automatic Electric Brake Controller installation instructions

- Instruction manual for UL listed models of holiday ranges

- Wiring diagram for Bargman 56 6-circuit & 57 7-circuit 12 volt electrical connectors

- Reese Lectra Jack 41606 Installation & Fact Sheet

- 1977 trailer life road atlas from Sawyer's

- 1973 Clymer Publications Recreational Vehicle Maintenance book
- Kelsey Electric brakes Operation & Care Manual (copyright 1963)

Other Notes:
No accidents. No dents in skin. Paint is original. Everything worked the last time it was used (in early to mid-eighties) - see known repairs needed. Solid floor. No offensive odors - just old. All original curtains & cushions. Registration has been paid every year, just renewed May 2014.

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Interior

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Original Floor

 

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Stove

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Sink

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Refrigerator

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Interior

Images from Original Terry Travel Trailer Catalog (we never traveled with an elephant but did have a station wagon not too unlike the one in the catalog):

 

Original 1970 Terry Travel Trailer Owner's Manual and Warranty

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Owner's Manual & Warranty
Exterior, Repairs, Roof, Under Carriage, Tires & Inflation

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Owner's Manual & Warranty
Exterior Doors, Windows & CeilingVentilators, Interior: Cushions & Upholstery
Fabrics, Draperies, Walls, Appliances: L.P. Gas Supply, Range & Oven, Refrigerator,

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Owner's Manual & Warranty
Electrical System: 110 Volt Electrical System, 12 Volt Electrical System
Pressurized Water System, Marine Toilet, Chemical Toilet, Holding Tank

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Owner's Manual & Warranty
Electrical Brakes, Coupler, Mirrors

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Owner's Manual & Warranty
Packing Your Terry, Final Check List, Towing Tips, Parking, Leveling

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Owner's Manual & Warranty
Condensation, Winter Storage

1970 Terry Travel Trailer Owner's Manual & Warranty
Back of Manual

  

1970 Honda CB350 with Side Car

SOLD.

1970 Honda CB350 Motorcycle WITH a 1970s Spirit of America Eagle Sidecar AND Original Owner's Manual and Honda Motorcycle Shop Manual AND two 1970s Helmets AND original tools. 

ONLY 11,891 MILES and ORIGINAL PARTS - DOES NOT RUN

This fantastic bike has been sitting in my father's garage since he purchased it in 1974. The engine was overhauled when he purchased it, he took it out a few times locally, then the timing chain broke and he never used it again. He's 83 years old now, and is finally accepting he will never finish the project. 

This is an incredible package deal! 

CB350 known repairs needed:

• Timing Chain
• Gas tank has a leak 
• Chrome pitted 
• Small dent in gas tank

1970s Spirit of America Eagle Sidecar Details: 

• Exact year unknown.
• ID plate missing. 
• The Honda sticker on the side was placed there by original owner. (My father, who is selling this, is the 2nd owner.)
• INCLUDES original seat
• INCLUDES tonneau cover
• INCLUDES windshield
• INCLUDES mounts
• INCLUDES original carpet

ALSO INCLUDED:

• Original Tools stored in compartment behind engine - NEVER USED!
• Honda Motorcycle Shop Manual
• Honda CB250/350 Owner's Manual
• Cylmer Publications Honda Service Retail Handbook for 125-350cc Twins 1964-1973
• Helmet - Bell Toptex Star-120 7 5/8 White (1970 Snell Memorial Foundation SN850018) SHCA Certified Approved #3060947
• Helmet - Bon Aire BA-72 D.O.T Medium White SHCA Certified Approved 6884831
• Motorcycle Gloves purchased 3/1974 and never used