Walter Kunik Peptitux IV. **GOED LEZEN** Subminiature camera
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Walter Kunik Peptitux IV subminiature camera, in good physical condition, non-working and sold for parts or repair, dating from 1960–1970, with a Will Wetzlar Wilon 25mm f/2.8 lens (serial number 586733).
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Are you looking for a unique item to add to your camera collection? This is your chance to acquire a very rare Petitux IV subminiature camera, produced by Walter Kunik in Germany. This specific model is known as a high-quality variant of the legendary Kalos Spezial camera and was never officially released on the mass market at the time. The camera is equipped with a quality Will Wetzlar Wilon 25mm f/2.8 lens (serial number: 586733). Cosmetically the camera is in a nice, vintage condition with light signs of wear that suit its age (see photos).
Important technical note (Defect): The shutter currently does not respond. For this reason the camera is expressly sold as non-working / for parts or repair.
For the handy tinkerer or restorer there are a few known reasons why the shutter of these types of cameras may fail:
- Hardened grease: After more than 60 years the internal lubrication may have dried out and block mechanical parts.
- Blades stuck: There may be a tiny trace of oil on the shutter blades, causing them to stick together.
- Internal spring relaxed or defective: The mechanical spring system that drives the shutter may have lost its tension or come loose after decades.
A wonderful opportunity for the serious collector or the enthusiast of fine mechanical repairs!
Although regular consumer cameras from this period with a defect are often only worth a few tens, this model is an exception. Because the Petitux IV was never officially released and there are very few examples, it is sought purely as a high-end collectible.
A wonderful opportunity for the serious collector or the lover of fine mechanical repairs!
As these cameras are almost exclusively purchased for collection and display, this is nevertheless a wonderful chance to add this unique camera to your collection, as the minimum price has been adjusted for the non-working shutter.
Are you looking for a unique item to add to your camera collection? This is your chance to acquire a very rare Petitux IV subminiature camera, produced by Walter Kunik in Germany. This specific model is known as a high-quality variant of the legendary Kalos Spezial camera and was never officially released on the mass market at the time. The camera is equipped with a quality Will Wetzlar Wilon 25mm f/2.8 lens (serial number: 586733). Cosmetically the camera is in a nice, vintage condition with light signs of wear that suit its age (see photos).
Important technical note (Defect): The shutter currently does not respond. For this reason the camera is expressly sold as non-working / for parts or repair.
For the handy tinkerer or restorer there are a few known reasons why the shutter of these types of cameras may fail:
- Hardened grease: After more than 60 years the internal lubrication may have dried out and block mechanical parts.
- Blades stuck: There may be a tiny trace of oil on the shutter blades, causing them to stick together.
- Internal spring relaxed or defective: The mechanical spring system that drives the shutter may have lost its tension or come loose after decades.
A wonderful opportunity for the serious collector or the enthusiast of fine mechanical repairs!
Although regular consumer cameras from this period with a defect are often only worth a few tens, this model is an exception. Because the Petitux IV was never officially released and there are very few examples, it is sought purely as a high-end collectible.
A wonderful opportunity for the serious collector or the lover of fine mechanical repairs!
As these cameras are almost exclusively purchased for collection and display, this is nevertheless a wonderful chance to add this unique camera to your collection, as the minimum price has been adjusted for the non-working shutter.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Walter Kunik
Model/type nr
Peptitux IV. **GOED LEZEN**
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Only for parts
Estimated period
1960-1970
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