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Contax I Zeiss 50mm f2.8 Tessar 35mm Rangefinder Camera – Very good condition
A Contax 1 ( C version ) made in 1934 with the serial number X76652 stamped inside, considering it’s age the camera is in remarkable condition. The supplied lens is a 50mm f/2.8 Zeiss Jena Tessar which is also in great condition.
The case is brown leather with the Zeiss Ikon logo stamped on the front. It’s in good condition with
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Camera condition report
Cosmetic condition – Very good, some paint loss but not muchPaint condition : Very good – uniform and non-retouchedViewfinder Clear : Yes – some dirt and a little dust – but its ok
Film advance : Working – a bit stiff but it works ok and cocks the shutter
Shutter button : Working – the shutter fires fine at all speeds
Shutter speed selector : WorkingLeatherette : Authentic and in good condition – just age related wear and tear
Viewfinder and rangefinder : Windows are both reasonably clean and bright, though some internal dust has accumulated on themRangefinder : Rangefinder appears to be in good working order and moves smoothlyShutter blinds : Ok condition, some wear and tear
Lens condition report
Cosmetic condition – Very good, lens barrel has modest rubbing marksDust build up : No ( A note on dust – All vintage lenses have some dust, describing a lens as mint means that the level of dust is minimal). This lens has hardly any dust
Focus working : Yes
Aperture responsive : Yes
Fungus : No
Haze : No
Scratches : NoCleaning marks : There are some cleaning marks on the lens, but nothing serious
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