Selling my very nice condition 3.5F Planar, with leather case, satin finish lens caps, and lens shade.
This is an early Type 1 (K.4D) version, serial number 22090xx, produced between 1958 - 1960. Type 1 models have the interlocking aperture/shutter speed controls, overridden by the chrome latch button partially surrounding the aperture wheel. As a longtime user of Hasselblad/Zeiss lenses, with their similarly linked EV-type system, I never had any problems with this and in fact I find the implementation here in the Rollei better, since the release button is actually much quicker and easier to use.
All of the controls and indicators are functioning perfectly, including the depth of field indicator, the linking of the meter needle to the exposure controls, etc. The meter is functioning (although I never relied on it). The clear window of the meter is not scratched or cracked.
As the photos show, it's in very clean condition. The covering is in great shape with only very few flaking specks. The lenses are beautifully clear and free of scratches, fungus, etc. There is one tiny spot toward the edge on the taking lens (see picture) that might be in the coating but it is very minor. All the speeds sound good.
The one primary cosmetic issue is the dent in the front of the viewfinder hood. It forms a slight "v" indention, almost right in the very middle of the area almost looks like it was designed that way! I suppose it's a testament to the high quality of the Rollei's paint finish that there is no cracking or wrinkling of the paint at all. This was present when I purchased the camera a few years ago and in fact it took me a couple minutes handling the camera before I even noticed it. When the hood is opened this indented area mostly disappears.
The focus screen is in good shape but there is one little mark that someone left in the underside (see photo). It's not too noticeable in use. And a previous owner was a bit overenthusiastic about wiping the top surface of the screen so there are some swirl marks. They are not severe enough to interfere with the viewing, however.
The case is in nice condition with some of the usual marks to be found, mostly on the front cover. The lens shade is very nice, with just a trace of paint loss. The satin finish lens caps are perfect.
$775 shipped to CONUS. For buyers outside the US please check first to get a quote for shipping (tracking and insurance required). Of course, let me know if you have any questions.
James
This is an early Type 1 (K.4D) version, serial number 22090xx, produced between 1958 - 1960. Type 1 models have the interlocking aperture/shutter speed controls, overridden by the chrome latch button partially surrounding the aperture wheel. As a longtime user of Hasselblad/Zeiss lenses, with their similarly linked EV-type system, I never had any problems with this and in fact I find the implementation here in the Rollei better, since the release button is actually much quicker and easier to use.
All of the controls and indicators are functioning perfectly, including the depth of field indicator, the linking of the meter needle to the exposure controls, etc. The meter is functioning (although I never relied on it). The clear window of the meter is not scratched or cracked.
As the photos show, it's in very clean condition. The covering is in great shape with only very few flaking specks. The lenses are beautifully clear and free of scratches, fungus, etc. There is one tiny spot toward the edge on the taking lens (see picture) that might be in the coating but it is very minor. All the speeds sound good.
The one primary cosmetic issue is the dent in the front of the viewfinder hood. It forms a slight "v" indention, almost right in the very middle of the area almost looks like it was designed that way! I suppose it's a testament to the high quality of the Rollei's paint finish that there is no cracking or wrinkling of the paint at all. This was present when I purchased the camera a few years ago and in fact it took me a couple minutes handling the camera before I even noticed it. When the hood is opened this indented area mostly disappears.
The focus screen is in good shape but there is one little mark that someone left in the underside (see photo). It's not too noticeable in use. And a previous owner was a bit overenthusiastic about wiping the top surface of the screen so there are some swirl marks. They are not severe enough to interfere with the viewing, however.
The case is in nice condition with some of the usual marks to be found, mostly on the front cover. The lens shade is very nice, with just a trace of paint loss. The satin finish lens caps are perfect.
$775 shipped to CONUS. For buyers outside the US please check first to get a quote for shipping (tracking and insurance required). Of course, let me know if you have any questions.
James
