Nomar No1 Box camera
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Nomar No. 1 Box Camera with a metal body in black crackle finish, chrome Art Deco front plate and drip-shaped shutter, designed for 127 roll film, circa 1930 and produced by Nomar Corporation in New York, physically good and tested and working.
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Rare Nomar No. 1 Metal Box Camera – Circa 1930 – Made in U.S.A.
Rare Nomar No. 1 box camera, manufactured around 1930 by the short‑lived Nomar Corporation of New York, USA.
Where most box cameras of the era were made from cardboard, Nomar distinguishes itself with a fully metal housing and a distinctive black crackle texture finish.
What really makes this camera a standout for collectors is the beautifully styled chrome front plate with iconic Art Deco lettering and the unique drop‑shaped shutter construction.
The Nomar Corporation stopped production as early as 1934, making this model considerably rarer than the more common Kodak Brownies of the period.
The camera is designed for 127 roll film (format 4.5 x 6 cm) and features a built‑in Watson‑type viewfinder on top for vertical compositions. The side slots next to the lens were originally intended for sliding in an optional portrait accessory lens.
Specifications:
Brand/Model: Nomar No. 1 Box Camera
Manufacturer: Nomar Corporation, New York, USA
Production period: Circa 1930 (company closed in 1934)
Case: Pressed metal with black crackle texture enamel
Film type: 127 roll film
Shutter type: 'I' (Instant) and 'B' (Bulb) timing via the slider under the nameplate
Condition Report & Technical Status:
Exterior: In nice, used vintage condition with normal light aging on the paint and corners that contribute to its authentic character. The metal handle on the top is present and intact.
Front Plate: The chrome work on the front shows a beautiful shine and the Art Deco branding is clear and perfectly legible.
Technical status: The camera is in good technical condition. The shutter sometimes sticks.
Note: The camera has not been tested with film.
A superb object that, due to its unique industrial design, is an absolute enrichment for any serious collection of vintage cameras or Art Deco design.
Rare Nomar No. 1 Metal Box Camera – Circa 1930 – Made in U.S.A.
Rare Nomar No. 1 box camera, manufactured around 1930 by the short‑lived Nomar Corporation of New York, USA.
Where most box cameras of the era were made from cardboard, Nomar distinguishes itself with a fully metal housing and a distinctive black crackle texture finish.
What really makes this camera a standout for collectors is the beautifully styled chrome front plate with iconic Art Deco lettering and the unique drop‑shaped shutter construction.
The Nomar Corporation stopped production as early as 1934, making this model considerably rarer than the more common Kodak Brownies of the period.
The camera is designed for 127 roll film (format 4.5 x 6 cm) and features a built‑in Watson‑type viewfinder on top for vertical compositions. The side slots next to the lens were originally intended for sliding in an optional portrait accessory lens.
Specifications:
Brand/Model: Nomar No. 1 Box Camera
Manufacturer: Nomar Corporation, New York, USA
Production period: Circa 1930 (company closed in 1934)
Case: Pressed metal with black crackle texture enamel
Film type: 127 roll film
Shutter type: 'I' (Instant) and 'B' (Bulb) timing via the slider under the nameplate
Condition Report & Technical Status:
Exterior: In nice, used vintage condition with normal light aging on the paint and corners that contribute to its authentic character. The metal handle on the top is present and intact.
Front Plate: The chrome work on the front shows a beautiful shine and the Art Deco branding is clear and perfectly legible.
Technical status: The camera is in good technical condition. The shutter sometimes sticks.
Note: The camera has not been tested with film.
A superb object that, due to its unique industrial design, is an absolute enrichment for any serious collection of vintage cameras or Art Deco design.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Nomar
Model/type nr
No1
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
127
Estimated period
1900-2000, 1930-1940
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