need some feedback before I commit

[jstuedle]

I am working a deal with a wedding photographer friend that is getting out of the business. He shoots the wedding with Blads, and reception with a D1X. The Blads are what I am working on. His rig is:
2 - Hassleblad 500CM
1 - Hassleblad 501CM
1 - 50mm lens
1 - 80mm lens
1 - 150mm lens
1 - 45 degree finder
1 - 90 degree sport finder
1 - waist level finder
6 - film backs
2 - Lumadyne flashes with brackets
4 - battery packs for above with chargers
all lens and body caps and other misc accessories
1 - Tamrac case w/wheels for all the above



The price we have talked about is $2000. All equipment is in very good condition as he really takes care of his gear. It's not wore out pro left overs. I think it's fair, what do you all think. I would really like to hear as many opinions as possible before I pull the trigger on this one. 2K is a lot of money to me right now. I have not shot hardly any film in 8 years. As I've mentioned in other threads, I'm thinking of the old days of brown fingers and cat pee stop bath. Just wanted to air this to see what ya-all think.

 

[Big Mike]

I'm not up to speed on current prices but for 3 Hassies, 3 lenses and 6 backs...plus that other stuff...it sounds like a great deal.

 

[nealjpage]

I agree. That sounds like a great price. I'm sure Dimitri or Matt will weigh in, but if you've got the cash to spend, I doubt that you will be able to put that kit together for less from eBay....Plus you know the seller so you have some idea what you're getting into.

 

[Mitica100]

Read my lips: take it!!!:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Wow!! All that for 2 grand? :hail:

You know it's good equipment because has been used by a Pro and they know how to use their equipment, not abuse it.

Gosh, only the three lenses would amount to nearly 2 grand!

 

[nealjpage]

Read my lips: take it!!!:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

See? :greenpbl:

 

[Steph]

Here in the UK that would be a great bargain. Here for £1000 (about $2000) you would probably buy 1x500CM, 1x50mm, 1x80mm and maybe 2 backs. Go for it!!

 

[nealjpage]

If you don't take it, I'll sell my crappy car and buy it myself!

 

[jstuedle]

Thanks for all the feedback. Good news, Cathy said to go for it, so when he returns from his trip it will happen. Will let you know when I get it.

 

[Mitica100]

Thanks for all the feedback. Good news, Cathy said to go for it, so when he returns from is trip it will happen. Will let you know when I get it.

Excellent! Let us know and early congrats!