No. 104566008

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Minolta Minoltaflex Automat TLR 1939 アナログカメラ
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€ 61
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Minolta Minoltaflex Automat TLR 1939 アナログカメラ

Minolta Minoltaflex Automat TLR (1939) – Asahi Promar 75mm f/3.5 – Pre-war Japanese Vintage Camera Minolta Minoltaflex Automat (1939) A rare pre-war Japanese twin-lens reflex (TLR) camera, released in 1939. This model is historically important as it represents Minolta’s early TLR development during a period when materials and manufacturing were becoming increasingly restricted. It features a crank advance with automatic film stop and self-cocking mechanism (Automat name), while film loading is the classic red-window system. The lens is the well-known Asahi Kogaku (today: Ricoh Imaging) Promar 75mm f/3.5, a beautiful piece of Japanese optical history. Key features Manufacturer / Model: Minolta – Minoltaflex Automat Year: 1939 Type: Twin-Lens Reflex (TLR), 6×6 format Lens: Asahi Promar 75mm f/3.5 ondition Shutter: faulty / not working properly (needs service). Lens: By visual inspection, it looks acceptable with no obvious major issues, but please consider it unverified due to age. Viewfinder: appears clear and in good condition. Because this is a vintage camera (over 85 years old), it is sold as-is. Ideal for collectors, display, restoration projects, or as a valuable addition to a vintage camera collection. Included Camera body with lens (as shown in photos) No additional accessories unless shown. Shipping Will be carefully packed with protective materials to ensure safe international shipping. Please note that while we performed a basic functional check, this is a vintage camera that is nearly 90 years old. It is therefore sold in vintage/used condition, and age-related wear or intermittent behavior may occur. Kindly bid with this understanding and acceptance of its vintage nature.

No. 104566008

Sold
Minolta Minoltaflex Automat TLR 1939 アナログカメラ

Minolta Minoltaflex Automat TLR 1939 アナログカメラ

Minolta Minoltaflex Automat TLR (1939) – Asahi Promar 75mm f/3.5 – Pre-war Japanese Vintage Camera

Minolta Minoltaflex Automat (1939)
A rare pre-war Japanese twin-lens reflex (TLR) camera, released in 1939. This model is historically important as it represents Minolta’s early TLR development during a period when materials and manufacturing were becoming increasingly restricted.

It features a crank advance with automatic film stop and self-cocking mechanism (Automat name), while film loading is the classic red-window system.
The lens is the well-known Asahi Kogaku (today: Ricoh Imaging) Promar 75mm f/3.5, a beautiful piece of Japanese optical history.

Key features
Manufacturer / Model: Minolta – Minoltaflex Automat
Year: 1939
Type: Twin-Lens Reflex (TLR), 6×6 format
Lens: Asahi Promar 75mm f/3.5

ondition
Shutter: faulty / not working properly (needs service).
Lens: By visual inspection, it looks acceptable with no obvious major issues, but please consider it unverified due to age.
Viewfinder: appears clear and in good condition.

Because this is a vintage camera (over 85 years old), it is sold as-is. Ideal for collectors, display, restoration projects, or as a valuable addition to a vintage camera collection.

Included
Camera body with lens (as shown in photos)
No additional accessories unless shown.

Shipping
Will be carefully packed with protective materials to ensure safe international shipping.


Please note that while we performed a basic functional check, this is a vintage camera that is nearly 90 years old. It is therefore sold in vintage/used condition, and age-related wear or intermittent behavior may occur. Kindly bid with this understanding and acceptance of its vintage nature.

Final bid
€ 61
Edwin Molenaar
Expert
Estimate € 170 - € 200

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