I have been frequenting my favorite flea market on my free weekends of late, paving my way to find interesting antiques and collectible items. It all started when MN found his old Russian camera from the Zorki series at a very reasonable price. Since then, he has been dragging me there to find more (useable) antique cameras. I just let him enjoy his moments while I look for other (useable) collectibles. I collect ancient playing cards. I have nearly 12 of ‘em in my collection now. One of my favorite is a Malaysian made cards back in the 50s with ‘Daun Terup Chop Kuda’ written on it. All this playing cards are like babies to me.
I have always been fascinated by flea markets. I told MN it almost feels like a second home for us. Being surrounded by a sea of junk while discovering hidden treasures, we never grow tired looking at things, going from one level to another.
My dear boyfriend has been spending a lot on old cameras. One of his passion that I always admire. He could spend hours and hours contentedly attend to all his camera’s need. What do you mean I feel jealous? *snorts*
I’m no collector though, most probably because:
- I don’t have the money to buy them.
- MN always see them first before I get the chance to even glance at it.
- I don’t want to strangle MN to steal the camera away from him.
- I’m just lazy, okay? It needs lots of patience to take care of all this old-school cameras. MN has it, I don’t.
Financial consideration aside, I made an exception to the rule last Saturday. I knew it for sure when MN dragged me (again) to the flea market he was actually out on the hunt again. Usually, it never really excites me to hold any old cameras. I often leave that part to MN The Expert. But there it was sitting on an antique radio looking so very cute and happy. My hand just went out to reach him and sparkles of lights flashing when we look at each other. It was love at first sight with Brownie and I. I knew it by heart that I just need to bring him home with me even if MN explodes in envy.
Isn’t he handsome?
He is a steal at only RM70 and comes with an awesome carry casing. Kodak Brownie 127, this is the first model from 1952. I totally love the retro look with cool looking brash coloured faceplate and white winding knob. It is so me! I don’t have to think much to shoot using Brownie. Brownie is still in pretty great condition, whoever the previous owner is must be a loving person ey? Brownie is the simple and inexpensive camera version made by Kodak intended to be a camera that everyone could afford to buy and use. I learnt later on that my Brownie is the rarest of the set. I’m just pretty damn lucky to have him for THAT reasonable of price. I cant argue more with the seller.
MN got a Nikon EM, me with me Brownie…we’re happy people who loves junks!
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