Where to get a competent 16mm camera for cheap

[Gunier J. Kintgen]

Hiya folks!
So I'm a bit of an animator, not that good of one just yet but I enjoy making my own films. One thing I've always wanted to do is make my cartoons on film, from beginning to end! That includes shooting, editing, printing, even the soundtrack. I've got all the tools needed to make this a reality (more or less), all I'm missing is the camera.
Ideally, what I'd like is a good Bolex with a Reflex viewfinder, that's the dream. If not that, then maybe a Krasnogorsk-3; Really just something decently competent in terms of filmmaking, not a point-n-shoot. However, the prices for something like this on E-Bay or something are insane, even for a broken one!
You all seem like experts in this field; I figured I'd be a good idea to ask all of you for advice. Is there any camera similar to the ones I mentioned that I can possibly get for cheap? No matter what, it must have a Reflex viewfinder (or any other sort of mechanism that lets me look through the lens) & be able to take single exposures. I'm aiming for around the $100 - $150 range. Is it even possible to get a Reflex Bolex or Krasnogorsk-3 within that price range anymore? If so, where should I be looking for one? Maybe someone here has one for sale? I'm fine with light to moderate repair work, I've had to repair my Filmosound & typewriters many times.
Any & all help is apreceated; Thanks in advance!

-G.J.K.

[Alan Paterson]

Many animators used a Bolex H16 Reflex. I used them on film making courses back in the 1980's. They're great little cameras. I also used a Krasnogorsk-3. I wasn't so impressed by that one as if you turned the focus ring too far, the lens came apart. I'd stick with the Bolex. Locating a cheap RX model won't be easy. The RX5 was the best one. Maybe check with Colleges to see if they're throwing any out. Best of luck.

[Gunier J. Kintgen]

Many animators used a Bolex H16 Reflex. I used them on film making courses back in the 1980's. They're great little cameras. I also used a Krasnogorsk-3. I wasn't so impressed by that one as if you turned the focus ring too far, the lens came apart. I'd stick with the Bolex. Locating a cheap RX model won't be easy. The RX5 was the best one. Maybe check with Colleges to see if they're throwing any out. Best of luck.

I've sent out E-Mails to 5 major & community colleges in my state; One of them already replied with no luck.
Are there any other avenues worth persuing? Any other orginizations or groups I could ask?