Why do we show this camera?  Because there are a lot of Argus collectors and users in the U.S., and a few overseas, too. There are quite a few variations among the C, C2 and C3. Backs can have (at least) 3 layouts: A single piece, 3 sections, and 4 sections with ASA dial....and 2 different sizes of mounting plates for the door clasp. On the front, your camera may have the geared rangefinder and/or the "Argus" badge. There is no "standard" Argus kit and each one is custom made for your camera. The material shown here is VH Black leatherette, and it is a perfect replacement for the original covering, which was actually just paper with a glazed surface.  The cost of any Argus kit in VH Black is just $10.50

The shabby original covering is really the only thing that keeps these cameras from looking great, and the VH Black material will completely transform it . . . you'll think it's Christmas morning 1954! Just check the oil level and tire pressure, then off you go...

All the materials on the color chart are available for the Argus.  This is Red Snake skin . . . in case you couldn't tell. The "Match-Matic" is supported (it takes the same basic kit) but we can't match the original colors. This gives the owner the perfect opportunity to "make your own Match-Matic" and we will post some interesting color combinations here shortly.

Many thanks to David Ostrom for sharing this photo of his restored Argus C. (His portrait of "Tucker" was taken using it.)

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