Kern, Bolex Switar 10mm f/1.6 H16 RX Prime Lens + Bolex Aspheron 5.5mm Super Wide Angle Converter & Lederen Movie camera
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Kern Switar 10mm f/1.6 H16 RX prime lens with the rare Bolex Aspheron 5.5mm Super Wide Angle converter for Bolex H16 Reflex, complete with front silver cap, rear cap, protective tube and two leather Swiss-made storage cases, in excellent optical and mechanical condition and tested as working, dating to 1970–1975.
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Description from the seller
An exceptional and complete set is offered, consisting of the legendary Kern Switar 10mm f/1.6 H16 RX prime lens, combined with the highly sought-after and rare Bolex "Aspheron" 5.5mm Super Wide Angle converter lens.
Both lenses are of uncompromising Swiss top quality (Made in Switzerland) and specifically designed for professional 16mm Bolex H16 Reflex cameras.
The optical and mechanical condition is excellent. The glass is crystal clear, scratch-free, and supplied with the beautiful original multi-coating.
The diaphragm and focus rings turn extremely smoothly and precisely.
Contents of the lot:
- Kern Switar 10mm f/1.6 H16 RX lens:
Includes the original silver Kern lens cap on the front, rear cap and protective sleeve.
- Bolex "Aspheron" 5.5mm Super Wide Angle converter:
Unique aspherical wide-angle close-up lens that transforms the 10mm lens into an ultra-wide 5.5mm wide angle.
Original storage cases:
2x Original black leather Bolex protective cases with "Made in Switzerland" printing and snap buttons.
Excellent condition, extremely carefully preserved.
Will be shipped very carefully, professionally packed and insured
An exceptional and complete set is offered, consisting of the legendary Kern Switar 10mm f/1.6 H16 RX prime lens, combined with the highly sought-after and rare Bolex "Aspheron" 5.5mm Super Wide Angle converter lens.
Both lenses are of uncompromising Swiss top quality (Made in Switzerland) and specifically designed for professional 16mm Bolex H16 Reflex cameras.
The optical and mechanical condition is excellent. The glass is crystal clear, scratch-free, and supplied with the beautiful original multi-coating.
The diaphragm and focus rings turn extremely smoothly and precisely.
Contents of the lot:
- Kern Switar 10mm f/1.6 H16 RX lens:
Includes the original silver Kern lens cap on the front, rear cap and protective sleeve.
- Bolex "Aspheron" 5.5mm Super Wide Angle converter:
Unique aspherical wide-angle close-up lens that transforms the 10mm lens into an ultra-wide 5.5mm wide angle.
Original storage cases:
2x Original black leather Bolex protective cases with "Made in Switzerland" printing and snap buttons.
Excellent condition, extremely carefully preserved.
Will be shipped very carefully, professionally packed and insured
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Bolex, Kern
Model/type nr
Switar 10mm f/1.6 H16 RX Prime Lens + Bolex Aspheron 5.5mm Super Wide Angle Converter & Lederen
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Lens Mount Type
C-mount
Film type
16mm
Serial number
1135177
Estimated period
1970-1975
