Kodak Retina II con Ektar 5cm | Analogue camera
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Selected by Thorsten Pöllath
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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Kodak Retina II with Ektar 5cm lens, a 35mm folding telemeter camera from 1937–1939, tested and working, in very good condition.
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Up for auction: a magnificent investment piece for collectors of photographic antiques—the 35mm Kodak Retina II rangefinder camera (Model 142), produced in Germany between 1937 and 1939. This bellows-folding model stands out for its period-build quality and for housing the sought-after, ultra-sharp Kodak Ektar 5cm f/3.5 (Serial No. 1411192) paired with a Compur-Rapid central shutter.
The lot includes the splendid original brown leather case.
Optics: The premium Ektar lens presents clean, transparent glass free of mold, fungus, or deep scratches. Smooth sliding rings.
Mechanical: The front-plate shutter system opens smoothly by pressing the lower button and locks securely in place. The Compur-Rapid shutter fires.
Aesthetic: Excellent overall vintage condition, as visible in the detailed photos. The chrome metal body retains a splendid luster, and the black covering is perfectly intact and solid. Solid and robust leather case.
Tracked international shipping, fully insured, and professionally packed with high protection against shocks.
Seller's Story
With 50 years of experience in the world of photography, we offer objects related to this field from a 360-degree perspective.
Translated by Google TranslateUp for auction: a magnificent investment piece for collectors of photographic antiques—the 35mm Kodak Retina II rangefinder camera (Model 142), produced in Germany between 1937 and 1939. This bellows-folding model stands out for its period-build quality and for housing the sought-after, ultra-sharp Kodak Ektar 5cm f/3.5 (Serial No. 1411192) paired with a Compur-Rapid central shutter.
The lot includes the splendid original brown leather case.
Optics: The premium Ektar lens presents clean, transparent glass free of mold, fungus, or deep scratches. Smooth sliding rings.
Mechanical: The front-plate shutter system opens smoothly by pressing the lower button and locks securely in place. The Compur-Rapid shutter fires.
Aesthetic: Excellent overall vintage condition, as visible in the detailed photos. The chrome metal body retains a splendid luster, and the black covering is perfectly intact and solid. Solid and robust leather case.
Tracked international shipping, fully insured, and professionally packed with high protection against shocks.
Seller's Story
With 50 years of experience in the world of photography, we offer objects related to this field from a 360-degree perspective.
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Era
1900-2000
Brand
Kodak
Model/type nr
Retina II con Ektar 5cm |
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1930-1940
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