Robot, Schneider Kreuznach Junior + 3,5/38mm | Analogue camera

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Robot Junior analogue 35mm camera with Schneider-Kreuznach Radionar 1:3.5/38mm lens, serial F49877-6, from the 1950s; physical condition Good and functional condition Tested and working.

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Object: Analogue camera Brand: Robot Model: Junior (Star body without rewind)
Serial Number: F 49877-6
Lens: Schneider-Kreuznach Radionar 1:3.5/38mm: 4442863
Condition: Good (mechanically) / Fair (cosmetically)

Description: Up for auction is a classic Robot Junior spring-motor camera from the mid-1950s. The Junior was a simplified version of the Robot Star, famous for its robust clockwork mechanism and square format (24x24mm) on standard 35mm film.

Technical Condition:

Mechanics: Fully functional. The spring motor winds up smoothly and advances the film correctly. Shutter speeds sound correct to the ear (not tested on machine).

Optics: The Schneider Radionar lens is in very good condition. Glass is clean, no fungus, no deep scratches. Aperture blades are clean and moving freely.

Filter Thread: Fully functional (recently serviced), filters screw on/off smoothly.

Cosmetic Condition: The camera shows signs of age and use ("User condition"). There is visible oxidation/bubbling on the chrome plating, especially on the top and bottom plates (please see detailed photos). The leatherette is intact.

Provenance: Originally sold by "Tuxen FOTO" in Copenhagen, Denmark (vintage sticker inside the back door).

Included in the lot:

Rare Original Robot Film Cassette N (Spool & Shell) - Essential for operation!

Original Robot leather ready case (brown, signs of age but intact).

Vintage B+W 37.5E UV Filter.

Object: Analogue camera Brand: Robot Model: Junior (Star body without rewind)
Serial Number: F 49877-6
Lens: Schneider-Kreuznach Radionar 1:3.5/38mm: 4442863
Condition: Good (mechanically) / Fair (cosmetically)

Description: Up for auction is a classic Robot Junior spring-motor camera from the mid-1950s. The Junior was a simplified version of the Robot Star, famous for its robust clockwork mechanism and square format (24x24mm) on standard 35mm film.

Technical Condition:

Mechanics: Fully functional. The spring motor winds up smoothly and advances the film correctly. Shutter speeds sound correct to the ear (not tested on machine).

Optics: The Schneider Radionar lens is in very good condition. Glass is clean, no fungus, no deep scratches. Aperture blades are clean and moving freely.

Filter Thread: Fully functional (recently serviced), filters screw on/off smoothly.

Cosmetic Condition: The camera shows signs of age and use ("User condition"). There is visible oxidation/bubbling on the chrome plating, especially on the top and bottom plates (please see detailed photos). The leatherette is intact.

Provenance: Originally sold by "Tuxen FOTO" in Copenhagen, Denmark (vintage sticker inside the back door).

Included in the lot:

Rare Original Robot Film Cassette N (Spool & Shell) - Essential for operation!

Original Robot leather ready case (brown, signs of age but intact).

Vintage B+W 37.5E UV Filter.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Robot, Schneider Kreuznach
Model/ type nr
Junior + 3,5/38mm |
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Lens Mount Type
Robot
Film type
35mm
Serial number
F49877-6
Estimated Period
1950s
Sold by
HungaryVerified
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Objects sold
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