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Objective: 20th century; Exc to Mint condition; Users - prefer to shoot with all my cameras, www.flickr.com/photos/rublephotography/
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Cameras

Manufacturer:Model	Manufacture years	Serial Number	Date acquired	Price Paid	Comments
Argus: Argus C3	1939-1966		4/30/17		American Classic. Hefty, solid. In Exc condition. Had a CLA/Rebuild ($60) done and had the rangefinder and lense cleaned by Zacks 5/2017.
Beier: Precisa II	c1954		4/28/2017		Gift from friend Steven Piechoczek, after a visit to Poland. Camera is in VG condition, and lens is VG-E with clean glass. Meritar 7.5cm f3.5 lens by Ludwig.
Canon: Canon 7 (Chrome with 0.95 50mm lens)	1961-1964		12/2018		Acquired at auction, Clars in San Francisco, winning bid was 1,900 plus buyers premium. Camera in Excellent condition, but meter not functioning. Lens in excellent condition. No caps, lens case only. Original Canon UV filter.
Canon: Canon VI-L Chrome	1958-1960		9/2017		Purchased via eBay, primarily to get the Serenar 35mm f2.8 lens that accompanied it. Camera body in VG condition.
Hasselblad: 500 C/M	1970-1994		4/2018		Acquired Flints Auctions, UK, with two Zeiss lenses (below). Camera in Exc-Mint condition. Added a prism finder/meter later.
Houghton: Ensign Selfix 16-20	c1950s	H11779			Auction purchase, VG condition, needs service. 16-20 Type II version with Ross 75mm Xpres f3.5. Original box, manual, invoice and financing paperwork. Very dated exposed film included with just two barely discernible photos
Ihagee: Exakta VX IIa (Exakta Varex IIa)	1957-1961		12/2017		Farmer Auctions, Virginia. Like new condition, probably never used. But lens was stiff, required an overhaul. And shutter was dried and perforated, CLA'd and shutter curtain replaced. Now it's perfect, albeit expensive.
Ihagee: Kine Exakta I (square viewfinder) (before war edition)	1937-1940s		6/10/17		Westlicht Auction. Exc-Mint condition. Needs service, shutter inaccurate, minute body screws loose.
Kodak Eastman: Medalist I	1941-1948
Kodak Eastman: Medalist II	1946-1953
Kodak Eastman: Retina Reflex (025)	1957-1958		8/29/2015		Mint, w a 2016 CLA/rebuild by Frank Marshman. Feels great in your hand. Heavy, German construction, excellent optics w the Schneider glass (50mm f2.0). Takes excellent images. Purchased from Bruce Bousquet (Jax Camera). With case, original box, manual, plastic wrap, and merchandising tag still intact. Added 35mm Schneider lens. Case shows slight wear, lens exc condition, no flaws.
Kodak Eastman: Retinette IB (037)	1960-1963		2/2016		Purchased 2/2016 from a charity in the UK, in VG condition with the Rodenstock 45mm f2.8 lens (VG). A very nice 1B. CLA/serviced by Zacks 2/2016. Case in G condition also, with hood. Cosmetics are excellent but the shutter and aperture coupling is a little loose. But are they supposed to be coupled?
Konishiroku (Konica): Konica IIIA	c1958-1961				Like this rangefinder with its nice fast Hexar f1.8 (Exc-Mint). Takes nice images. Solid build and has a slightly taller profile than say the Nikon S2 or Leica. Acquired it from a dealer in Japan via eBay; camera had been fully serviced/cleaned (2015) and is in Exc-Mint condition. Case is worn but functions well. Have accompanying hood (G) and yellow Konifilter (VG-Exc). Film advance lever a little tight.
Konishiroku (Konica): Pearl IV (4.5x6)	c1958		6/2016		Petite but substantial in your hand. Takes vertical 4.5x6. With UV filter, both body and lens in near mint condition. A very nice folder, in Mint condition. Shutter inconsistent, slow at times. Acquired from Flashback Camera, Japan.
Leitz: Leica IIIg	1957-1960		3/25/2016		E condition. F2.8 Elmar 5cm lens in E condition also. Both body and lens CLA's by Mark Hama. Looking for a screwmount wide angle
Leitz: M2 (chrome, lever rewind)	1957-1967				Exc condition, extremely nice camera. Acquired from Flashback Camera, Japan. Serviced prior to purchase.
Leitz: M3 chrome (Single Stroke)	1954-1966		9/23/22		Exc condition, acquired at Mebane Antiques Auction, Mebane, NC. Have sent away for CLA at YYeCamera, slow speeds sluggish.
Leitz: M6	1984-1998		7/04/2010		Love using this camera. Clear, well-functioning view and rangefinder. Owned with Elmarit 28, 50 and 90mm. Inherited. Value est 4,500. Camera in VG condition cosmetically, works completely. Lenses exc condition, no flaws. Original box, manual, warranty and case. CLA\'d by Youxin Ye, and now having new top plate installed by him also.
Leitz: R5 black	1986-1992
Mamiya: Mamiya M 645	1975		1/1980		A great portrait camera, nice bokeh. A gift approx 35 yrs ago, and I've taken great people shots in those years with it. Own a complete outfit: body, 80mm f2.8, 55mm f2.8, attachable key-grip, and prism finder. Exc+ condition, lens all in exc+ condition, body recently serviced.
Minolta: Minolta Super A	1957		5/2019		Acquired at auction, camera in reasonable condition, G-VG, new film advance from a donor installed by Frank Marshman. CLA\'d also. Has nice Rokkor 50 f1.8, VG-E.
Minox: Minox 35 ML	1985		7/04/2010		Exc-Mint. Flash unit also, attaches seamlessly atop camera. Takes good images. Inherited, value approx $150+. Camera, flash, leatherette case, and manual.
Nikon: Nikon F (eyelevel, chrome)	1959		6/2016		Early 640xxxx model from 1960, Exc condition, w Exc+ cond 5cm f2.0 lens (see below). Have added other non-AI Nikkors: a 2.8cm f2.0; a 10.5cm f2.8; a 13.5cm f2.8. Added an early F light meter also, and a case. Acquired from Westlicht (now Leitz) auction. CLA, Zachs Camera, Oct 2016.
Nikon: Nikon F2S Photomic	1973				Picked up this Exc++ F2S body on eBay for $250, pairs well with all four of my existing non-AI lenses (28, 50, 105, 135). An easier user than my collectible, first production year F.
Nikon: Nikon S2	1954-1958		11/21/2015		A classic rangefinder. Like its solid feel, and has a great retro look. Have an f1.4 5cm Nikkor lens, original issue, and added a f2.5 3.5cm Nikkor lens. Case (worn) and fan flash assembly included. Purchased from Westlicht in Vienna, Nov 2015.
Rollei: Rollei 35 Classic Titanium	1992		7/04/2010		A cool little camera, gets a lot of comments due to its appearance. Slightly difficult to use given that you "guess" at the focus. Camera in Exc+ condition cosmetically, works completely. Lens exc+ condition, no flaws. Original box, manual, warranty and case. No flash.
Rollei: Rolleiflex 2.8 F	1960-1981		8/11/2015		Perhaps my favorite. Takes time, practice to master the \"backwards\" nature of looking down and framing through the ground glass. A classic that takes great images, and starts conversations. Purchased on eBay from a dealer in Prague Czech Rep. Camera originally from Garry Scroop collection, auctioned ~2013 in Adelaide AU. Exc condition, does not appear to have been used much. 80mm Planar f2.8 lens, exc condition no flaws. Quick release case. Added strap, lens cap, green, orange, red, and R2 filters (add\'l $300+/-). A beauty. CLR by Harry Fleenor Oct 2016.
Rollei: Rolleiflex T grey	1958-1975		4/2020		Early model probably 1958. Excellent+ condition, likely to need a CLA, slowest speeds are sticky. Acquired Chiswick Auctions, April 2020. Lens clean/clear, case the mint condition.
Sanei: Samoca 35 Super	c1956		12/19/2016		Acquired this ornamental little rangefinder from a vintage goods store. Basic rangefinder with a sturdy feel. In Exc condition, body probably a 2- on a 1 to 6 scale; had it overhauled and CLA'd, works well now, all glass clear and clean
Universal Camera: Mercury II (Mod CX)	c1945		8/20/16		Acquired my Mercury II at Kraft Auction's 2016 Summer Auction, Lebanon IN. Camera in excellent shape, probably 2 on a 1 to 6 scale. Frank Marshman did a overhaul/CLA; the camera looks and works great.
Voigtländer: Prominent	1950-1957		6/2020		With the Ultron 50mm f2. Both in near mint condition. Acquired with Prominent II, same auction (Flints). Out for CLA w Dave Eastman
Voigtländer: Prominent II	1958-1960		6/2020		With the Nokton 50mm f1.5. Both in near Mint condition. Acquired a pair of Prominents (I and II) at Flints Auction.
Voigtländer: Vitessa (Type 140) (Vitessa L)	1954		2/18/2016		Acquired at auction 2/2016 at SAS in the UK. Camera is in Exc-Mint condition, and the case is essentially new/unused; the strap remained wrapped in original paper. With original box (worn). Camera functionality is quite different, with the barn doors, plunger, and the synchro-compur shutter, and is taking me longer to learn.
Yashica: Electro 35 GSN	1975		8/2016		Mint condition, special order from Mark Hama Ltd. With mint condition case. Nice simple rangefinder, substantial in your hand. Aperture priority is fine; no indication of shutter speed makes for a little guesswork when shooting. Added the wide and tele lens kit.
Yashica: Yashica-Mat 124 G	1971		11/2017		Nearly new TLR acquired at auction in UK (SAS) Nov '17. Lighter build than the Rolleiflex, but well made nonetheless.
Zeiss Ikon: Contaflex (TLR)	1935		5/20/17		Acquired from Windsor Auctions in primarily a household furnishings sale, this was the only camera offered. Upon arrival camera appeared to be in good condition, but was in need of cleaning and servicing. Otherwise it was surprisingly clean. Sent it to Frank Marshman who did a complete rebuild and cleaning. Camera is beautiful now and fully functioning. Lens is the 50mm f1.5 and is a little dusty; it might need additional work. Meter works!
Zeiss Ikon: Contarex I "Bullauge Bullseye" (10.2401)	1959-1966		4/2017		Mint. With original box. Case with three mint filters, lens hood (50mm), and plastic cases for all. Zeiss Planar 50mm f2.0 lens (Exc). Purchased at LP Foto auction, Stockholm.
Zeiss Ikon: Contax IIa (563/24)	1950-1954		6/2020		Excellent to mint. No bumps in leather, few if any blemishes in chrome. With four lenses (exc) and a complete accessory setup (contameter, 5-lens viewfinder, 35mm viewfinder, universal stand, case)
Zeiss Ikon: Ikoflex Favorit (887/16)	1957-1960		8/2018		In Mint condition, with a case in same condition. Acquired from Clars Auctions, San Francisco. Tessar 75mm f3.5 also in exc-mint condition. Meter working accurately. CLAd 1/19 by CameraWiz Frank Marshman.
Zeiss Ikon: Ikoflex Ic (886/16)	1956-1960		8/2018		Exc-Mint, with case in same condition. Acquired from Clars Auctions, San Francisco. Tessar 75mm f3.5 also in exc-mint condition. Meter working accurately.
Zeiss Ikon: Super Ikonta (C) 530/2	1933-1936		9/15/15		Very fun to use, and very manual. Bring your meter of course. Gets comments and starts conversations. Timeless and elegant. Takes more time for shot setup, but takes great images. Big negatives. Non-coated lens, so consider your light source, direction, etc. Purchased from petrakla via eBay. Camera in VG/E condition, beautifully restored and serviced (CLA). Tessar 105mm f4.5 uncoated lens in exc condition, no flaws.
Zeiss Ikon VEB: Pentacon Six TL	1966		9/29/18		Excellent condition, with 80mm Zeiss. Acquired at auction. Works well, film advance poorly designed and often results in overlapping exposures. Waist level viewfinder w ground glass, no prism finder.

Lenses

Manufacturer:Model	Serial Number	Date acquired	Price Paid	Comments
Angénieux: 28mm f3.5 Retrofocus Type R11 (Exakta)	789625	11/23/19		Mint. Leitz Auction 11-2019, needs a lens cap. Lens in Collectiblend photo is mine. Added mint Lens later
Canon: 35mm f2.8 Serenar (SM, chrome, w/finder)		9/2017		Exc condition. Do not have the Canon finder.
Canon: 50mm f0.95 (no finder)	10300	12/2108		Excellent condition, some dust, but no fungus, haze. See above Canon 7 description for more info.
Krasnogorsk: 85mm f1.5 Helios-40 (M-39)		11/2019
Leitz: 180mm f2.8 Elmarit-R (1980)
Leitz: 21mm f3.4 Super-Angulon (BM, chrome)		2/17/2017		Exc-Mint condition body, Optics VG (light haze), with hood, both caps, exc finder (val~$350), and both original makers boxes. Very nice lens
Leitz: 28mm f2.8 Elmarit-M (BM, late)		7/4/2010		Exc+ condition. Great lens, go-to wide angle.
Leitz: 35mm f3.5 Summaron (BM, early)
Leitz: 50mm f1.4 Summilux (BM, black, 1969)		7/4/2010		Very fast, excellent lens. Body shows some use, optics excellent. Works well.
Leitz: 50mm f2 Summicron (BM, black, 11817)		5/28/22		Exc-Mint condition, body and optics. Acquired at LP Foto Auction.
Leitz: 50mm f2 Summicron-R (1976)
Leitz: 90mm f2 Summicron (BM, black, 1973)
Leitz: 90mm f2.8 Elmarit-M (BM, black)		7/4/2010
Nikon: 105mm f2.5 Nikkor-P Auto (early)		11/2016		Mint condition, with cap, hood, and domed case.
Nikon: 135mm f2.8 Nikkor-Q Auto				Exc+ after CLA by Focal Point. Purchased on eBay, lens was dusty and had fogging. CLA brought it to exc shape. Works great.
Nikon: 135mm f3.5 Nikkor-Q.C (BM, black)		11/2017		Nearly new condition, perfect glass.
Nikon: 28mm f2 Nikkor-N.C Auto (AI)		6/2016		Exc+ cond lens, purchased in person at B&H Superstore NYC. Good used inventory, you can inspect it prior to buying, and they'll ship for free w no sales tax (out of NY)
Nikon: 35mm f2.5 W-Nikkor-C (BM, chrome)		6/2015
Nikon: 50mm f2 Nikkor (AI)
Schneider: 35mm f4 Retina-Curtar-Xenon		9/2015		Excellent glass, takes nice images w the Reflex.
Voigtländer: 50mm f2 Ultron (Prominent)		6/2020
Zeiss, Carl: 120mm f4 Makro-Planar CFi T* (Hasselblad)		9/2018
Zeiss, Carl: 50mm f2 Planar (Contarex, black)				Mint condition. Acquired with my Contarex Bullseye.
Zeiss, Carl Jena: 135mm f4 Sonnar (Contax, chrome)		6/2020		See Sonnar T 50mm below
Zeiss, Carl Jena: 35mm f2.8 Biometar T (Contax)		6/2020		See Sonnar T 50mm below
Zeiss, Carl Jena: 50mm f1.5 Sonnar T (Contax)		6/2020		Purchased as part of Contax IIa package, with camera body, three other lenses, and accessories

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by Madd10 » Fri Feb 26, 2021 3:06 am

Congratulations, you have collected some nice classical cameras and lenses.