Argus C3 Analogue camera
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Brand Argus; Model C3; physical condition good; functional condition tested and fully functional; estimated period 1950–1960.
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Argus C3 (Argus Inc. Ann Arbor, USA)
This camera type was produced from 1939 - 1957. This camera, according to the price tag, seems to be from the year 1950
Image format: 24 x 36 mm
Lens: Argus Coated Cintar 3.5/50mm
Shutter: -/300
Coupled rangefinder
Casing: Bakelite and metal parts
Built-in flash synchronization
Accessories: Original ready case made of premium leather; Tiffen lens hood, Ansco UV filter, Walz yellow filter, lens protective cap, sales carton. A price tag of 7/50 lists a selling price of $59.95.
The Argus C3 was probably the best-known American camera of that era. It was known for sharp, high-quality images. In the USA it was nicknamed "The Brick", in Japan "The Lunchbox".
Condition:
The cosmetic condition can be described as good - very good. The lens is clear and without scratches. The shutter fires at all speeds, but this has only been acoustically tested. All settings are smooth to operate.
The photos are an integral part of the camera description and condition.
Argus C3 (Argus Inc. Ann Arbor, USA)
This camera type was produced from 1939 - 1957. This camera, according to the price tag, seems to be from the year 1950
Image format: 24 x 36 mm
Lens: Argus Coated Cintar 3.5/50mm
Shutter: -/300
Coupled rangefinder
Casing: Bakelite and metal parts
Built-in flash synchronization
Accessories: Original ready case made of premium leather; Tiffen lens hood, Ansco UV filter, Walz yellow filter, lens protective cap, sales carton. A price tag of 7/50 lists a selling price of $59.95.
The Argus C3 was probably the best-known American camera of that era. It was known for sharp, high-quality images. In the USA it was nicknamed "The Brick", in Japan "The Lunchbox".
Condition:
The cosmetic condition can be described as good - very good. The lens is clear and without scratches. The shutter fires at all speeds, but this has only been acoustically tested. All settings are smooth to operate.
The photos are an integral part of the camera description and condition.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Argus
Model/type nr
C3
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1950-1960
