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Kodak Retina I (Type 010)
Nice little folding camera, made in Germany. Slightly odd in that it was made with standard markings, but has a metric distance scale riveted over the standard one (appears to be factory the camera came to me from Sweden, so it may have been originally sold in Europe). Compur-Rapid shutter with an uncoated Schneider Xenar 50/3.5 in reasonably good condition; no haze, but some minor cleaning marks on the front element. Shutter has been overhauled and works well at all speeds. Bellows are light-tight and in good shape. The only mechanical issue I haven't been able to track down is an occasional skipped frame, maybe one per roll, generally the first frame after the camera hasn't been used in a while; it could simply be the result of the shutter button being pressed accidentally without the shutter being cocked, but I am not sure. The whole camera shows wear from use, but no major flaws. Easily pocketable when folded.
Again, I enjoy the camera, but I've got a very similar Voigtländer Vito that I use more, so the little Kodak has to go. $35 shipped CONUS via USPS Priority Mail.
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Nice little folding camera, made in Germany. Slightly odd in that it was made with standard markings, but has a metric distance scale riveted over the standard one (appears to be factory the camera came to me from Sweden, so it may have been originally sold in Europe). Compur-Rapid shutter with an uncoated Schneider Xenar 50/3.5 in reasonably good condition; no haze, but some minor cleaning marks on the front element. Shutter has been overhauled and works well at all speeds. Bellows are light-tight and in good shape. The only mechanical issue I haven't been able to track down is an occasional skipped frame, maybe one per roll, generally the first frame after the camera hasn't been used in a while; it could simply be the result of the shutter button being pressed accidentally without the shutter being cocked, but I am not sure. The whole camera shows wear from use, but no major flaws. Easily pocketable when folded.
Again, I enjoy the camera, but I've got a very similar Voigtländer Vito that I use more, so the little Kodak has to go. $35 shipped CONUS via USPS Priority Mail.
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If you're not satisfied in any way, you may return the item (within a week of receipt) for a full refund minus shipping costs.
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