Zeiss Ikon Ikoflex IIa 855/16 w/Tessar 1:3.5 75mm - Accs. - Fine vintage cond.

Description

Zeiss Ikon Ikoflex IIa 855/16 with Tessar 1:3.5 75mm, serialno.574379
For sale is very nice example, well used with handsome wear, in good working order and with nice accessories.
The camera is mechanically functional; the Synchro-Compur shutter (1-1/500sec. and 'B') fires at all speeds, it sounds good to the ear, even at the longest times. Setting feels good. Shutter blades are clean and undamaged. Aperture setting is smooth, blades are clean and undamaged. Film transport, with shutter cocking and double exposure prevention work as intended, as do the frame counter. Waist level finder hood, incl. magnifier, and film door work as intended.
Optically there are no issues; both lenses are clean and clear; there is no fungus or haze, no balsam separation. Minor internal dust. Mirror is undamaged with modest dust. Focusing screen (fresnel) is in good condition without any damage.
Exterior
condition is nicely worn (see images); normal wear from use and age, but no real damage.
The camera comes with nice original accessories; Leather case (1238/16, with modified top; the clasp lock is removed, and it has been altered to work more switftly), neck strap, Push-on hood (1114 A37). Green filter GR 2X, Orange filter O 5X, both with keeper.
-What to expect
When buying from me you should have high expectations. I aim to produce high quality listings, and provide you with fast and accurate service.
-Description
All cameras on offer are carefully checked before listing. This is done using common sense and long experience of using photographic equipment. Cameras are tested for mechanical function and checked for obvious faults. Accuracy of shutter, rangefinder, light meter etc. have
not
been tested unless otherwise stated. Cameras have
not
been film tested. Exterior condition is first and foremost described by the images, but any damage outside of normal wear will be described in text also. All images are of the item(s) for sale and taken by me. Please note that my listings consists primarily of vintage used items, opinions may differ and i strongly urge you to contact me if any part of the description seems unclear, or if you have any further questions. Unless otherwise stated cameras for sale have no known service history. As a general rule i recommend that vintage cameras are cleaned, lubricated and adjusted for accurate and consistent performance.
-Responsibility and returns
I take full responsibility that my listings are as described. If this is not the case i will offer free returns or compensation relative to the issue. Please contact me before taking any other action and i am sure we can find a solution to the problem. Please note that I offer 'free' returns
only
if the description is clearly inaccurate or misleading, in all other cases return postage is paid by the buyer. To avoid unnecessary cost please make sure that the item is the one you want, and that it will work for your purpose before buying or bidding.
-Logistics
Unless otherwise stated all items will be shipped as registered and insured international parcel, traceable for most countries and always with tracking number. I use Postnord (Swedish postal service) for all shipping, and all items are sent from Sweden. I will be able to ship to most countries, but will reserve the right to cancel any transaction where shipping to the country in question is not possible with Postnord. If in doubt let me know before buying or bidding and i will check that shipping to your country is possible. I will always fill out all necessary custom forms stating the correct value and content of the parcel (no gifts). All and any fees or taxes associated with customs/import is the sole responsibility of the buyer.
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