1927 Ansco Memo was a 50 exposure
half-frame (18 X 23) 35mm camera made in Binghamton, N.Y. It was a less
expensive alternative to the Leica (introduced in 1925). The
Wooden vertical box camera has a leather covering, however, first
models were all wood with brass fittings. The original proprietary film
cassettes were also made of wood (later: metal). This version has
a fixed focus f6.3 40mm Ilex Cinematic lens but a Wollensak
Cine-Velostigmat lens was also offered (see last picture) as well as
focusing versions. Film advance is by a sliding button on the
back of the camera and exposure counting is automatic. A Boy Scout
version was also available and is quite collectible. This kit comes
with the original box, suede pouch, Instruction booklet and an exposure
'cheat sheet'. Also notice the advertising card, with price.