Samoca 35 Super Range Finder - Mid-Century Japanese CraftsmanshipThe Samoca 35 Super Range Finder, produced in the mid-1950s by the Samoca Camera Co. in Japan, is a charming and distinctive piece of 35mm rangefinder history. Standing out with its unique "round-shouldered" design and compact, dense build, the Super Range Finder was the more advanced sibling to the standard Samoca 35 models. It is highly regarded by collectors for its quirky aesthetics—featuring two prominent control knobs on either side of the lens—and its solid, all-metal construction. Despite its smaller stature, it offers a fully manual, coupled rangefinder experience that captures the ambitious spirit of the post-war Japanese camera industry.Key BenefitsUnique Industrial Design: Features a distinctive "Samoca-style" aesthetic with a rounded top plate and twin-knob controls that make it a standout on any shelf.Coupled Rangefinder: Provides accurate focusing by integrating the distance measurement directly into the viewfinder.Compact and Robust: A surprisingly heavy and solid "pocket" camera that embodies the high mechanical standards of 1950s Japan.FeaturesCamera Type: 35mm Coupled Rangefinder CameraFilm Format: 35mm (Standard 135)Lens: C. Ezumar $50\text{mm}$ f/3.5 (coated triplet)Shutter: Samoca Synchro ShutterShutter Speeds: 1/10s to 1/200s, plus Bulb (B)Focusing: Manual via the characteristic lens-side knobsViewfinder: Integrated rangefinder window for simultaneous framing and focusingBody: Satin chrome finish with black textured leatheretteConditionCosmetic (Rated 3.5/5): The camera is in good vintage condition. The chrome top and bottom plates show light surface wear and some "bright marks" consistent with its age. The black leatherette is fully intact and clean.Optical: The Ezumar taking lens appears clear to the naked eye; as with most cameras of this age, minor internal dust may be present. The viewfinder is functional, and the rangefinder patch remains visible.Mechanical: The shutter fires across the speed range. The unique dual-knob focusing system and film advance mechanism are operational. The lens barrel remains tight and well-aligned.Note: This item is sold as a professional collectible. While mechanically functional, it has not been film-tested for shutter accuracy or light-tightness.What's IncludedSamoca 35 Super Range Finder Camera BodyOriginal Brown Leather Ever-Ready Case (showing vintage character and patina)Why This Product?The Samoca 35 Super Range Finder is a camera for the connoisseur of the unusual. It represents a brief moment in time when Japanese manufacturers were experimenting with ergonomic designs that differed wildly from the Leica standard. This specific unit, complete with its original leather case, is a well-preserved artifact of that creativity. Whether you are a collector of rangefinders or a photographer looking for a manual tool with a "personality," this Samoca offers a tactile and visual experience that is truly one-of-a-kind.Keywords: Samoca, Samoca 35, Super Range Finder, 35mm Camera, Japanese Camera, Ezumar Lens, Vintage Rangefinder, Analog Photography, 1950s Design.