Mec MEC 16 Subminiature camera
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Feinwerktechnik Mec 16, also sold as Mec 16 SB Gold, a 16 mm subminiature spy camera in fair physical condition with untested functionality from the 1970–1980 period.
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Rare Feinwerktechnik Mec 16 SB Gold – Subminiature / Spy Camera (ca. 1958)
Offered is a beautiful and extremely rare specimen of the Feinwerktechnik Mec 16 SB Gold. This is an iconic German subminiature or 'spy camera' from the late 1950s. With its compact, ingenious sliding mechanism and luxurious gold- and silver-tone finish, this is an absolute centerpiece for any serious collector of vintage cameras or mechanical curiosities.
The camera uses 16mm film and is known for its high-quality German engineering packed into pocket-size form.
Specifications:
* Brand: Feinwerktechnik (Germany)
* Model: Mec 16 / Mec 16 SB Gold
* Type: Subminiature / Spy camera (10x14mm frames)
* Production period: Circa 1958
* Lens: Color-Ennit 20mm f/2.8
* Material: Metal housing with gold and silver accents
Physical condition:
* Housing: In nice vintage condition with normal signs of aging and use (please examine the photos carefully for an accurate impression of the cosmetic condition).
The camera has been assessed optically only; the technical operation has not been tested with film. It is therefore sold in the condition it is in ('as is'), as a beautiful collector's item.
Rare Feinwerktechnik Mec 16 SB Gold – Subminiature / Spy Camera (ca. 1958)
Offered is a beautiful and extremely rare specimen of the Feinwerktechnik Mec 16 SB Gold. This is an iconic German subminiature or 'spy camera' from the late 1950s. With its compact, ingenious sliding mechanism and luxurious gold- and silver-tone finish, this is an absolute centerpiece for any serious collector of vintage cameras or mechanical curiosities.
The camera uses 16mm film and is known for its high-quality German engineering packed into pocket-size form.
Specifications:
* Brand: Feinwerktechnik (Germany)
* Model: Mec 16 / Mec 16 SB Gold
* Type: Subminiature / Spy camera (10x14mm frames)
* Production period: Circa 1958
* Lens: Color-Ennit 20mm f/2.8
* Material: Metal housing with gold and silver accents
Physical condition:
* Housing: In nice vintage condition with normal signs of aging and use (please examine the photos carefully for an accurate impression of the cosmetic condition).
The camera has been assessed optically only; the technical operation has not been tested with film. It is therefore sold in the condition it is in ('as is'), as a beautiful collector's item.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Mec
Model/type nr
MEC 16
Physical condition
Fair
Functional condition
Not tested
Film type
16mm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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