Suter Detective magazine camera

{"overview":"The Suter Detective magazine camera is an early box-form plate camera from the Swiss maker E. Suter of Basel, built in the late 19th century. These are saleroom wholesale levels rather than dealer retail, and as of 2026 values for early wooden detective cameras remain highly condition-sensitive — intact magazines, working shutters and clean woodwork drive what an example sells for.","buying_guide":"Inspect the magazine mechanism for completeness, as missing plate sheaths or a jammed advance significantly reduce value. Check the wooden body for shrinkage, veneer lifting and worm damage, and confirm the lens and shutter are original to the camera and functional.

Generated summary, 18 May 2026 — not checked by hand; prices on this page come from the sales, not from this text.