Astre Jumelle stéréoscopique mod. B de précision
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Manufactured or assembled in France from (Before) 1914 to (After) 1914.
Index of rarity in France: Rare (among non-specialized garage sales)
Inventory number: 16393

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Chronology of cameras Astre 

The stereoscopic cameras Astre are very different from one another and most likely come from different manufacturers. The designations are confusing since there are two Model B. The second is most likely the D.


Model No. Format Price 1914 Holders Construction Covering Lens Shutter  
A 265 45 x 107 45 single holder Metal Morocco leather first quality P, I  
266 6 x 13 55
267 45 x 107 80 rectilinear Balbreck
268 6 x 13 95
B 269 45 x 107 125 magazine for 12 plates Walnut Morocco leather rectilinear first quality variable speeds  
270 6 x 13 143
C   45 x 107 80 single holder Walnut Covered semi-rectilinear    
  6 x 13 90
  45 x 107 115 rectilinear Balbreck
  6 x 13 125
  45 x 107 225 Lacour-Berthiot Series II f/6
  6 x 13 235
B
precision model		   45 x 107 150 6 or 12 plates Walnut Covered rectilinear Balbreck Variable speeds Shift for panoramic
  6 x 13 265
  45 x 107 210 Buckler Series III, f/6.8
  6 x 13 315

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The precision model, thanks to its shift movement, allows panoramic photographs to be taken. Focusing is adjustable. The lenses are of higher quality compared to those of the Model B.
The holder for six metal plate holders can be replaced with a holder for 12 plates.
It is made of walnut.

The model exists in 45 × 107 mm or 6 × 13 cm formats.

Astre Jumelle stéréoscopique mod. B de précision



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This brand belonged to Maurice Ledoux, the successor of EM. Target and Ledoux.
The Buckler lens brand was owned by Target.



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