Ihagee Exakta Varex IIb + A. Schacht Travenar 2,8/90mm | Analogue camera
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The Exakta Varex IIb 35 mm camera with an A. Schacht Travenar 90 mm f/2.8 lens is sold for parts; the camera will not wind on and the lens aperture is stuck open, with haze and fungus noted.
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Exakta Varex IIb and A. Schacht Ulm Travenar 90mm f2.8 (+ case + instruction manual) -> FOR PARTS
Includes: Exakta Varex IIb (1033107) and A. Schacht Travenar 90mm f2.8 (275816) + case. (Film roll is for size reference.)
Collector’s item: For collectors, enthusiasts, and handy DIYers—a cosmetically attractive camera/lens combo with issues.
This is the well-known Exakta Varex IIb with a very special 90mm lens (a SHOWPIECE from A. Schacht).
Sold as “what you see is what you get.” For the seller’s reliability (information, etc.), see my reviews.
The camera cannot be wound, so further inspection is impossible (it comes with its original spool).
The lens has an aperture issue. Until recently, I could manually operate the aperture using the preset ring.
But the aperture became increasingly reluctant to return to the set position.
Now it stays open. The blades are probably sticking a little (friction between them?), which means the aperture no longer stops down. Also, the lens is no longer 100% optically (haze and fungus).
With some repair / cleaning, perhaps? you could have a beautiful vintage lens that would look right at home on digital cameras too!
Exakta Varex IIb and A. Schacht Ulm Travenar 90mm f2.8 (+ case + instruction manual) -> FOR PARTS
Includes: Exakta Varex IIb (1033107) and A. Schacht Travenar 90mm f2.8 (275816) + case. (Film roll is for size reference.)
Collector’s item: For collectors, enthusiasts, and handy DIYers—a cosmetically attractive camera/lens combo with issues.
This is the well-known Exakta Varex IIb with a very special 90mm lens (a SHOWPIECE from A. Schacht).
Sold as “what you see is what you get.” For the seller’s reliability (information, etc.), see my reviews.
The camera cannot be wound, so further inspection is impossible (it comes with its original spool).
The lens has an aperture issue. Until recently, I could manually operate the aperture using the preset ring.
But the aperture became increasingly reluctant to return to the set position.
Now it stays open. The blades are probably sticking a little (friction between them?), which means the aperture no longer stops down. Also, the lens is no longer 100% optically (haze and fungus).
With some repair / cleaning, perhaps? you could have a beautiful vintage lens that would look right at home on digital cameras too!
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Ihagee
Model/type nr
Exakta Varex IIb + A. Schacht Travenar 2,8/90mm |
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Only for parts
Lens Mount Type
Exakta bajonet
Film type
35mm
Serial number
1033107
Estimated period
1950-1960
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