Argus C-Four Analogue camera





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Argus C-Four compact rangefinder camera, in good overall physical condition and tested and working, with its original Argus Cintagon 50mm f/2.8 lens and the original leather protective case, dating from about 1951–1957.
Description from the seller
Up for auction is a solid, fascinating and unusual rangefinder compact camera: the Argus C-Four (C4), produced in the United States by Argus in Ann Arbor, Michigan, between 1951 and 1957.
The lot presents in good overall condition, with normal signs of use and preservation consistent with the object's age, and it is complete with its original Argus Cintagon lens and its original rigid leather protective case.
Optics: The camera is fitted with the original Argus Cintagon 1:2.8/50 mm lens, the lens elements are in excellent preserved condition, free of surface scratches or traces of mold and internal fungi.
Mechanical: The lot has been tested and is working. The integrated mechanical central shutter responds correctly to the controls, firing regularly.
Aesthetics: Good overall condition, as clearly documented by the photographs. The solid and robust satin-aluminum body and the chrome details retain a beautiful vintage visual impact, showing the classic and normal signs of surface wear, light hazing, and small handling scratches.
Tracked international shipping, fully insured, and professional super-protective packaging to ensure maximum safety during transport.
Seller's Story
Up for auction is a solid, fascinating and unusual rangefinder compact camera: the Argus C-Four (C4), produced in the United States by Argus in Ann Arbor, Michigan, between 1951 and 1957.
The lot presents in good overall condition, with normal signs of use and preservation consistent with the object's age, and it is complete with its original Argus Cintagon lens and its original rigid leather protective case.
Optics: The camera is fitted with the original Argus Cintagon 1:2.8/50 mm lens, the lens elements are in excellent preserved condition, free of surface scratches or traces of mold and internal fungi.
Mechanical: The lot has been tested and is working. The integrated mechanical central shutter responds correctly to the controls, firing regularly.
Aesthetics: Good overall condition, as clearly documented by the photographs. The solid and robust satin-aluminum body and the chrome details retain a beautiful vintage visual impact, showing the classic and normal signs of surface wear, light hazing, and small handling scratches.
Tracked international shipping, fully insured, and professional super-protective packaging to ensure maximum safety during transport.

