>>2888791I have and use a Crown Graphic (pic related, it's mine)
I'll agree with what
>>2888800 said but don't be put of by something that is a little rough around the edges. As long as the bellows, ground glass, and hardware are in good condition the rest of the camera can look like death itself and the camera will work fine.
Even though my Crown weighs less than most DSLRs, weight is a big deal with LF after you factor how much extra stuff you will be carrying, additional lenses, 3-6 film holders, sturdy tripod, light-meter, film changing bag & lightproof envelope(s), ect.
If you find one in rough condition for the right price, almost everything can be replaced and repaired on them. So don't turn it down without doing some research first.
That said, some parts may be expensive or hard to find, so get used to the idea of making stuff like lens boards.
Don't pay too much attention to LF forum lens reviews, especially if you are coming from 35mm or MF. Even my worst LF lens murders my Zeiss ZM and Zeiss Hasselblad lenses. LF lens snobs are the worst pixel peepers on earth.
A few friends have eastern block / soviet? knockoff versions of the crown graphic that work perfectly well. They can be had quite cheep.
