Billingham 330 Camera bag
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Selected by Edwin Molenaar
Over 30 years experience in photography and camera building.
Estimate € 280 - € 330
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Description from the seller
A rare vintage Billingham 330 camera bag, handmade in England in the classic Khaki Canvas and Tan Leather colour combination.
The Billingham 330 dates from 1983 and represents an interesting transitional period in Billingham’s history, combining characteristics of the earlier Billingham System bags with features found on the company’s later numbered camera-bag range.
This example has been identified as a Billingham 330 through comparison with Billingham’s archive photographs, specifications and technical drawing. Its dimensions and proportions, twin front pockets, distinctive curved leather-trimmed flap, side pockets, carrying handles, shoulder-sling construction and period SystemFlex interior correspond with the documented model.
The internal leather label bears the historic “Billingham System — Lye, Stourbridge, England” address. Billingham operated from its Lye factory between 1980 and 1991, consistent with the period of this model.
The bag is in very good vintage condition, especially considering its age of over 40 years. The khaki canvas and tan leather are very well preserved, with light signs of use and a gentle age-related patina. All zips, straps, brass fittings and quick-release closures operate correctly.
Included:
Billingham 330 camera bag
Original adjustable shoulder strap
Original removable padded base
Period internal SystemFlex-style dividers
Approximate external dimensions:
Width: 37 cm
Depth: 21 cm
Height: 25 cm
As this is a flexible canvas bag, measurements may vary slightly depending on how the bag is positioned or filled.
An attractive and difficult-to-find early Billingham model, suitable for classic and contemporary photographic equipment, including Leica rangefinder systems, 35mm and medium-format cameras, lenses and accessories.
The camera and lenses shown in the photographs are for demonstration purposes only and are not included.
Any archive images shown are included solely as references for identification of the Billingham 330 model.
Please examine all photographs carefully for the exact condition, construction and contents. Only the bag, strap, padded base and dividers shown are included( no camwera or lenses)
The bag has been carefully cleaned and, being a vintage item, naturally retains a subtle storage scent.
A rare vintage Billingham 330 camera bag, handmade in England in the classic Khaki Canvas and Tan Leather colour combination.
The Billingham 330 dates from 1983 and represents an interesting transitional period in Billingham’s history, combining characteristics of the earlier Billingham System bags with features found on the company’s later numbered camera-bag range.
This example has been identified as a Billingham 330 through comparison with Billingham’s archive photographs, specifications and technical drawing. Its dimensions and proportions, twin front pockets, distinctive curved leather-trimmed flap, side pockets, carrying handles, shoulder-sling construction and period SystemFlex interior correspond with the documented model.
The internal leather label bears the historic “Billingham System — Lye, Stourbridge, England” address. Billingham operated from its Lye factory between 1980 and 1991, consistent with the period of this model.
The bag is in very good vintage condition, especially considering its age of over 40 years. The khaki canvas and tan leather are very well preserved, with light signs of use and a gentle age-related patina. All zips, straps, brass fittings and quick-release closures operate correctly.
Included:
Billingham 330 camera bag
Original adjustable shoulder strap
Original removable padded base
Period internal SystemFlex-style dividers
Approximate external dimensions:
Width: 37 cm
Depth: 21 cm
Height: 25 cm
As this is a flexible canvas bag, measurements may vary slightly depending on how the bag is positioned or filled.
An attractive and difficult-to-find early Billingham model, suitable for classic and contemporary photographic equipment, including Leica rangefinder systems, 35mm and medium-format cameras, lenses and accessories.
The camera and lenses shown in the photographs are for demonstration purposes only and are not included.
Any archive images shown are included solely as references for identification of the Billingham 330 model.
Please examine all photographs carefully for the exact condition, construction and contents. Only the bag, strap, padded base and dividers shown are included( no camwera or lenses)
The bag has been carefully cleaned and, being a vintage item, naturally retains a subtle storage scent.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Billingham
Model/type nr
330
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1980-1990
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