Konica III Hexanon 2/48mm Rangefinder Analogue camera

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Thorsten Pöllath
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Has 40 years of experience in photography and 25 years of collecting expertise, specialising in M42 lens mounts.

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller

The Konica III is a classic all-metal 35mm coupled rangefinder from the mid-1950s era, known for its solid build and bright Hexanon standard lens.
A great vintage piece for collection, display.

Made in Japan. Ships from Japan.

■ Condition
Please refer to the photos as they form an important part of the description. (Photo priority)

■ Appearance
・No major dents or heavy damage noticed by visual inspection.
・There may be minor signs of use such as small scuffs/marks.
※Condition is based on visual inspection and is subjective. Please refer to photos.

■ Lens
・Dust:Present
・Fungus:Not observed
・Haze:Slight haze
・Scratches:Present
・Aperture blades:Working
※Condition is subjective. Please refer to photos for details.

■ Finder
・Dust:Present
※Please refer to photos.

■ Included
Everything shown in the photos is included.
(No film is included.)

■ Functional check (No film test)
- Shutter fires.
- Shutter speeds: change across all speeds (not measured for accuracy).
- Self-timer: works.
- Film advance: works.
- Film rewind: works.
- Rangefinder: double image aligns.

■ Shipping / Origin
- Made in Japan.
- Ships from Japan. (Tracked & carefully packed.)
- Shipping method: Air shipping with tracking.
- Any import duties/taxes are the buyer’s responsibility.

■ Important note
Please note that while we performed a basic functional check, this is a vintage camera and is sold in vintage/used condition.
Age-related wear or intermittent behavior may occur. Kindly bid with this understanding.

The Konica III is a classic all-metal 35mm coupled rangefinder from the mid-1950s era, known for its solid build and bright Hexanon standard lens.
A great vintage piece for collection, display.

Made in Japan. Ships from Japan.

■ Condition
Please refer to the photos as they form an important part of the description. (Photo priority)

■ Appearance
・No major dents or heavy damage noticed by visual inspection.
・There may be minor signs of use such as small scuffs/marks.
※Condition is based on visual inspection and is subjective. Please refer to photos.

■ Lens
・Dust:Present
・Fungus:Not observed
・Haze:Slight haze
・Scratches:Present
・Aperture blades:Working
※Condition is subjective. Please refer to photos for details.

■ Finder
・Dust:Present
※Please refer to photos.

■ Included
Everything shown in the photos is included.
(No film is included.)

■ Functional check (No film test)
- Shutter fires.
- Shutter speeds: change across all speeds (not measured for accuracy).
- Self-timer: works.
- Film advance: works.
- Film rewind: works.
- Rangefinder: double image aligns.

■ Shipping / Origin
- Made in Japan.
- Ships from Japan. (Tracked & carefully packed.)
- Shipping method: Air shipping with tracking.
- Any import duties/taxes are the buyer’s responsibility.

■ Important note
Please note that while we performed a basic functional check, this is a vintage camera and is sold in vintage/used condition.
Age-related wear or intermittent behavior may occur. Kindly bid with this understanding.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Konica
Model/ type nr
III Hexanon 2/48mm Rangefinder
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
35mm
Estimated period
1940-1950
Sold by
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Objects sold
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