I am selling my Rolleiflex 2.8A. This camera works, but it's sort of a beater (most 2.8A's are FYI). The taking lens, on casual inspection under normal light, appears clear and clean. However, under a strong backlight, from a flashlight ("the dreaded flashlight test"!), a thin layer of haze is visible, as are perhaps a few minor cleaning scratches, a bit of dust, etc. I nevertheless do not think any of these tangibly affect results, at least in typical lighting scenarios.
The shutter speeds all sound right and the controls move freely. I've not tested the flash contacts or the self timer. I did film test the camera and discovered two light leaks from the hinged back, which I believe I have sealed with two small dabs of strategically placed black epoxy which would not be evident to anyone except an expert (unless I told you where to look). A subsequent film test showed no light leaks. The camera would certainly benefit from a professional CLA, and maybe a recovering, but I have too many TLR's now, so this can be project for a new owner!
I've attached two recent photos taken with the camera using Arista 400. I personally think the Zeiss 2.8 Tessar is sharp as hell. Despite what some self-appointed experts on the Internet tend to claim about the 2.8A, Zeiss did the job right with this lens (never underestimate Zeiss).
Sold as shown and as-is with a beater condition leather case, which nevertheless still does the job of protecting the camera well. Priced exceeding low, but I only accept personal checks, money orders, or cash - no exceptions - ever. (I've been around Photrio since it was APUG BTW)
Price: $400 plus shipping costs - USA sales only.
Photrio Trivia Fun: Can you identify the church seen in one of the sample images?
The shutter speeds all sound right and the controls move freely. I've not tested the flash contacts or the self timer. I did film test the camera and discovered two light leaks from the hinged back, which I believe I have sealed with two small dabs of strategically placed black epoxy which would not be evident to anyone except an expert (unless I told you where to look). A subsequent film test showed no light leaks. The camera would certainly benefit from a professional CLA, and maybe a recovering, but I have too many TLR's now, so this can be project for a new owner!
I've attached two recent photos taken with the camera using Arista 400. I personally think the Zeiss 2.8 Tessar is sharp as hell. Despite what some self-appointed experts on the Internet tend to claim about the 2.8A, Zeiss did the job right with this lens (never underestimate Zeiss).
Sold as shown and as-is with a beater condition leather case, which nevertheless still does the job of protecting the camera well. Priced exceeding low, but I only accept personal checks, money orders, or cash - no exceptions - ever. (I've been around Photrio since it was APUG BTW)
Price: $400 plus shipping costs - USA sales only.
Photrio Trivia Fun: Can you identify the church seen in one of the sample images?