No. 102802713

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Minolta 'A-2' | Rangefinder Analogue camera
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Minolta 'A-2' | Rangefinder Analogue camera

Vintage Minolta Camera (c. 1955) – Collector’s Piece This mid-1950s Minolta 'A-2' is a classic example of Chiyoko Kogaku’s precision engineering. Featuring the renowned Chiyoko Rokkor 45mm f/3.5 lens and a Citizen MXV shutter, this model is a staple for collectors of early Japanese rangefinders. Condition & Functional Status: Technical Note: The shutter has been checked and is firing. Please note that all other internal functionalities, such as rangefinder calibration, light seal integrity, and exact shutter speeds, have not been fully confirmed and may not be 100% accurate given the age of the device. Collection Object: This item is being sold primarily as a historical collection object. It is offered in its current vintage state, exactly as shown in the photographs. Visual Condition: As a used vintage item, there are visible signs of age, including scratches and surface dirt. Please refer to the high-resolution images for a detailed view of the exterior.

No. 102802713

Sold
Minolta 'A-2' | Rangefinder Analogue camera

Minolta 'A-2' | Rangefinder Analogue camera

Vintage Minolta Camera (c. 1955) – Collector’s Piece

This mid-1950s Minolta 'A-2' is a classic example of Chiyoko Kogaku’s precision engineering. Featuring the renowned Chiyoko Rokkor 45mm f/3.5 lens and a Citizen MXV shutter, this model is a staple for collectors of early Japanese rangefinders.

Condition & Functional Status:

Technical Note: The shutter has been checked and is firing. Please note that all other internal functionalities, such as rangefinder calibration, light seal integrity, and exact shutter speeds, have not been fully confirmed and may not be 100% accurate given the age of the device.

Collection Object: This item is being sold primarily as a historical collection object. It is offered in its current vintage state, exactly as shown in the photographs.

Visual Condition: As a used vintage item, there are visible signs of age, including scratches and surface dirt. Please refer to the high-resolution images for a detailed view of the exterior.


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