Is it just me ...

[lilmsmaggie]

I've been monitoring used MF gear prices for the last month or so and have noticed that prices have been creeping up, especially on eBay.

I missed what appeared to be a sweet deal on a RZ67 PRO II w/ 120 back, WLF, & 110 2.8 that went for less than $800. Since then, I've seen offers for $1K and higher for the same kit or even less in terms of overall gear.

Has anyone else noticed this, or is it just me?

[Ektagraphic]

I noticed a huge jump in prices on Mamiya M645 since I just picked two them up.

[jonsparkes]

I noticed a little jump it prices on the Bronica ETRS/I here in the UK recently. I managed to grab one for £175 but many are going for much more.

[Mike1234]

It's like I've been saying all along... inflation caused by overprinting along with "perceived" market recovery will drive prices sky high. Our "buyers' market" is disappearing quickly.

[Pumal]

I got a Mamiya M645 about 2 months ago, with 4 lenses for US300 about 2 months ago. An RB6X7 Pro S with 5 lenses, an extension tube and 4 Backs for 500 bucks about 6 months ago. By the look of things; everything Film; is going up.

[MattKing]

It may be that the lead up to the Christmas season is temporarily increasing prices.

It would be worthwhile checking again during the depths of February.

Matt

[mtjade2007]

I am sure the Christmas season has something to do with it.

[lilmsmaggie]

Whatever it is, the prices are approaching and/or have exceeded the cost of a new RB67 PRO SD w/ WLF ($799) in some instances. I'm not saying everone wants a new RB67 SD but for around $1650 retail with no haggling you can put together a RB67 kit with a 127mm lens and film back.

I'm hoping the prices drop a bit myself. But maybe Christmas is the culprit.

[Mike1234]

...maybe Christmas is the culprit.

Nope... only partially so.

[rpsawin]

I have heard comments from two local pro stores that mf sales are up. Obviously that means mf film sales are up too. I think that's good news because if the trend continues I think that that retailers may service this segment of the market better than they have for the last 2-3 years...IMHO.

Best regards,

Bob