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Shipping class: Camera gear

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  • Vintage Minolta Hi-Matic 7 Range-finder camera. Working.

    Vintage Minolta Hi-Matic 7 Range-finder camera. Working.

    (Please read entirely) Collector’s interest vintage Minolta Hi-Matic 7 Range-finder camera from the 60s in excellent condition.

    Main specs: Rokkor PF 45mm 1:1.8 lens with Seiko-La shutter @ B, 1/4 to 1/500 seconds. Direct helicoidal focusing coupled to super-imposed rangefinder. Manual, aperture/shutter priority and full auto modes. Built in exposure meter in lens barrel for automatic compensation for filters.

    What we had performed and our conclusions: Exterior, film compartment and lens surfaces cleaned only, not repairs, tested without battery only. RF, meter, apertures and shutter speeds are consistent and in good working condition. Lens is crystal clear. Light seals are worn out and to the point which will make it perfect for “Lomo effect photography”. But if the seals need to be restored for regular picture taking it is very easy to get new ones installed. (see pictures). Retracting lever that turns film rewinding knob opens loose but it does not affect when rewinding film or using camera. If camera is intended to be used with internal light meter or in any of the auto modes a 1.35V PX625 or current battery is needed. Notice that camera may need to be *CLA’d in order to be used appropriately with a battery.

    Sale includes camera as seen in pictures and the original brown half case not shown. No strap or battery is included.

    Message me with questions you may have before committing to buy as this item is considered vintage and sale will be final. Thanks

    *CLA = Clean, Lubrication and Adjusting (Most should include light seals replacement.)

  • Vintage Yashica Electro 35 GSN Range-finder camera with lens cap, half case, 2 batteries (1 spare) and battery adapter! Excellent!

    Vintage Yashica Electro 35 GSN Range-finder camera with lens cap, half case, 2 batteries (1 spare) and battery adapter! Excellent!

    Collector’s interest vintage Yashica 35mm GSN film range-finder camera from the 60s in immaculate condition.

    This is a near mint clean copy that will make a good “for display” or collectible camera.

    What we had performed and our conclusions: Exterior cleaning only, not repairs, RF, meter, apertures and shutter are in working condition. The light seals are worn out and to the point which will make it perfect for “Lomo effect photography”. But if the seals need to be restored for regular picture taking it is very easy to get new ones installed. . As with any vintage device, if intended to carry on serious or professional photography work a CLA” is recommended to make sure camera will be fully reliable.

    Includes 2 batteries & 1 adapter. 1 battery already installed in camera @ about 50% power and a brand new spare @ 100% capacity, half carrying case (not strap) and lens cover. Some items may not be displayed in pictures.

    Message me with questions you may have before committing to buy as this item is considered vintage and sale will be final. Thanks

  • Vintage Yashica Electro 35 Range-finder camera, first of the series. Cosmetically mint!

    Vintage Yashica Electro 35 Range-finder camera, first of the series. Cosmetically mint!

    (Please read entirely) Collector’s interest vintage Yashica 35mm film range-finder camera from the 60s in mint cosmetic condition.

    This is a mint copy that will make a good “for display” or collectible camera. However it can be a usable camera as you will never see a pristine lens like this one in this type and vintage. Viewfinder and rangefinder appears to be very clean, clear and in good working condition, all controls move freely and meter reacts to light and lights correctly. As for the shooting part, camera is not operable to take pictures as it needs a CLA “Clean, Lubricate, Adjust” service by someone with some kind of experience at disassembling and cleaning leaf shutters or from repair specialists readily avail. online. It is one of the less than $100 camera repair services we ever found!

    Comes with original carrying case as sen in pictures.

    Message me with questions you may have before committing to buy as this item is considered vintage and sale will be final. Thanks

  • ARGUS C-FOUR (c. 1951) coupled rangefinder camera. Works

    ARGUS C-FOUR (c. 1951) coupled rangefinder camera. Works

    (Please read entirely)… This is a RF Argus c-four camera from the 50’s in great cosmetic condition, great collector’s item. Camera works but will require a *CLA’d if considering camera for accuracy or serious work. This is one of the easiest to maintain.

    Specs: 135 (35mm) film type camera with Argus Coated Cintar 50mm f/2.8 lens and coupled rangefinder.

    What we performed… Cleaned all around. not *CLA’d.
    We concluded that camera is in great cosmetic condition, Lens is cristal clear, RF works good, viewfinder is clear, aperture ring turns smoothly. All shutter speeds seem consistent with exception of the 1/10 S which varies. As for the focusing the body dial has become heavy to turn proper of many of the Argus C series cameras of this vintage, however the knurled ring on the lens can also be used for focusing.

    This item is considered vintage, please take a good look at the pictures and let me know if you have any questions as it is being sold “As Is” Sale will be final. Thanks for looking.

    *CLA = Clean, Lubrication & Adjusting.

  • ARGUS C3 MATCHMATIC (C. 1939) Rangefinder camera with light meter accessory. “The Brick” Beige version.

    ARGUS C3 MATCHMATIC (C. 1939) Rangefinder camera with light meter accessory. “The Brick” Beige version.

    … This is a Coupled Split Window Rangefinder camera with a 50mm f/3.5 coated Cintar 3 elements, B, 1/10 – 1/300 seconds and Selenium Accessory Shoe. Uses 35mm film cartridges.

    What we performed… Exterior, film compartment, front and back element cleaning. No Clad performed.

    Our observations: Shutter gets stuck at the lowest #4 setting speed in dial, all other speeds seem consistent. Unfortunately we weren’t able to revive the selenium meter as it constantly gets stuck… perhaps the next owners may have more luck. Exterior looks worn out due to age or normal use, some of the corners are peeling apart from body. It may be possible to specially treat or replace covering as with the popularity this camera has among “new” collectors, Whole or pre-cut coverings can be found in different colors.

    This item is considered vintage, please take a good look at the pictures and let me know if you have any questions as it is being sold “As Is” Sale will be final.

    Make me offers!

    Thanks for looking.

  • Zeiss Ikon Contessa 35mm (Contessa 35) 2V CLA’D & film tested. In pristine condition ++

    Zeiss Ikon Contessa 35mm (Contessa 35) 2V CLA’D & film tested. In pristine condition ++

    Collector’s interest vintage rangefinder camera. The Zeiss-Ikon Contessa 35 (Circa 1955) This camera has been fully overhauled, all controls are accurate and functional except for the selenium meter that is gone forever due to age. They did not supply spare parts for it. The good thing is that the camera can be used with a smart phone meter app, a real handheld meter or what is best with a compact meter with cold shoe attachment such as the excellent Doomo meter S (Not included)

    135 (35mm) film type camera with a f2.8 45mm Tessar and coupled rangefinder. Synchro-Compur Leaf shutter B, 1 to 1/500 seconds. Comes with the camera’s original case, original metal hood, and yellow filter in case. The camera case was torn at the joint base when we got it, but with the help of our Leathersmith man we turned it into a two-piece set effectively converting it into an ever-ready case.

    This camera has been overhauled off-site by a professional Kodak Retina specialist. Camera is very clean, all dials, controls, and settings are smooth and fully operable. Leatherette has been restored as needed. Comes with everything in images except the Doomo meter (PICTURES are of the actual item for sale)
    We tested this camera and concluded that it works great. See the images of the pictures we took with this camera in the last frame/s. Message me with questions you may have before committing to buy; I will consider reasonable offers. Please note that this item is considered vintage and the sale will be final.

  • Vintage Kodak Retina IIIC, CLA’d, pristine and fully working

    Vintage Kodak Retina IIIC, CLA’d, pristine and fully working

    This is a collector’s interest vintage rangefinder camera. The Retina IIIC, the most advanced of the folding Retinas (Circa 1957). This camera has been overhauled off-site by an expert Kodak Retina specialist. The camera is very clean; all dials, controls, and settings are smooth and fully operable. Images are of the actual item/s for sale.

    135 (35mm) film-type camera with a 50mm f/2 coated Retina-Xenon C Schneider-Kreuznach and coupled rangefinder. Synchro-Compur Leaf shutter B, 1 to 1/500 seconds. Comes with case, mini wrist strap (no original lanyard) and original lens hood as pictured.

    See the images of the pictures we took with this camera in the last frame/s. Message me with questions you may have before committing to buy. Please note that this item is considered vintage and the sale will be final.

  • Vintage Kodak Retina IIa, CLA’d and fully working

    Vintage Kodak Retina IIa, CLA’d and fully working

    This is a collector’s interest vintage rangefinder camera. The iconic Kodak Retina IIa. Probably the most popular of the Retina series ever made. (Circa 1952) This camera has been fully overhauled off-site by a Kodak Retina specialist and completely restored; It is exceptionally clean, all dials, controls, and settings are smooth and fully operable (PICTURES are of the actual item for sale)
    135 (35mm) film type camera with a 50mm f/2 coated Schneider Xenon and coupled rangefinder. Synchro-Compur Leaf shutter B, 1 to 1/500 seconds. Comes with case only, no lanyard as pictured. There was a name label that had been ripped off from the back of the case; therefore, the leatherette is peeled on that spot.
    See the images of the pictures we took with this camera in the last frame. Message me with questions you may have before committing to buy or submit your offers. Please note that this item is considered vintage, and the sale will be final.

  • BALDA BALDINETTE Mess (c. 1953) 35mm folding camera in excellent condition, Almost mint!

    BALDA BALDINETTE Mess (c. 1953) 35mm folding camera in excellent condition, Almost mint!

    … This is a Balda Mess Baldinette with Baltar 50mm f/2.9 lens in Prontor-SV shutter and uncoupled rangefinder.

    Condition… What we had performed on this unit and our observations:
    Shutter mechanism and range finder had been cla’d. All lens elements and viewfinders had been cleaned and are crystal clear. Every speed works correctly plus bulb mode. Unfortunately the self timer is temperamental and gets jammed most of the time and it is recommended to not longer use it in a camera of this vintage or for certain situations that make use of it a shutter release cable can be used in place. Folding cloth had been restored and tested for light leaks.

    Camera overall is in excellent cosmetic condition. Leatherette and aluminum top covering are almost mint, film compartment seems like it has been under some use otherwise very clean and well taken care of. The paint condition can’t be better for a camera this age.

    What you see is what you’ll get, this item is vintage, please take a good look at the pictures and let me know if you have any questions as it is being sold “As Is” Sale will be final.

    Thanks for looking.

  • ZEISS IKON NETTAR 515 (circa 1937 – 1940) Medium format folding camera 6cm x 4.5cm 120 film

    ZEISS IKON NETTAR 515 (circa 1937 – 1940) Medium format folding camera 6cm x 4.5cm 120 film

    … Medium format folding camera that takes 6cm x 4.5cm 16 images on 120 roll film. Zeiss-Ikon Klio Leaf shutter w/a 4 element 7.5cm f/4.5 uncoated Nettar Anastigmat.

    Condition… What we had performed on this unit and our observations:
    Shutter mechanism has been cla’d and lenses cleaned, bellows was retouched at some points where it is the most vulnerable and subject to stress. Everything has been tested and works as it should (shutter speeds + bulb + self-timer)

    The condition is superb, camera covering, plated finishing and film compartment are clean and neat. There is little chipped paint on metal trimming as this is proper with the age of the unit.

    What you see is what you’ll get, this item is considered vintage, please take a look at the pictures and let me know if you have any questions as it is being sold “As Is” and sale will be final. Thanks for looking.