Vintage Ansco V.P. No. 2 Folding Camera in Black - Classic Film Camera

the camera is an Ansco V.P. (Vest Pocket) No. 2, a popular folding camera manufactured by Ansco between approximately 1916 and 1923.  This specific model was designed to be compact enough to fit into a vest pocket, making it a favorite for travelers and soldiers during the era of World War  Lens and Shutter: It is equipped with an Ansco Anastigmat lens (often with an f/7.5 maximum aperture) and a Bionic shutter, as visible on the face of the lens assembly in your photo.  Like many Vest Pocket cameras of its time, it originally used 127 roll film, which produced negativesDesign: The camera features a classic folding bellows design with a textured leatherette covering and a kickstand latch to help it stand upright for portraits.  While similar in style to the more famous Kodak Vest Pocket (often called the Soldier's Camera), this Ansco version was a direct competitor known for its solid build. This camera for its age is in good condition comes with instructions and case. This Pocket camera is approximately 7 inches long and 3 inches wide.  quality. YouTube