The Asahiflex Ia is a historical vintage 35 mm single-lens reflex (SLR) camera produced by the Asahi Optical Corporation (which later became Pentax) in Japan from 1953 to 1954. It succeeded the original Asahiflex I as the second model in the pioneering Asahiflex series.

Lens Serial Number: No. 50140

Camera Body Serial Number: No.43123

This camera comes from a large private camera collection and is being sold as-is Shutter Stuck

Condition: Shutter is stuck.

• Mirror is in good condition.
• Waist-level viewfinder has some dust present.
• Lens is clean and free from fungus, haze, and oil.
• There is some dust inside the lens, which is expected for a lens of this age.
• Lens focusing operates smoothly.

Viewfinder: Waist-level viewfinder with a collapsible sport-type metal hood and a small pop-up magnifying glass for precision focusing.

Mirror Operation: Unlike later modern SLRs, the mirror on the Ia is tied directly to the shutter release button action and does not feature an automatic instant return; the mirror stays up until the shutter button is released.Export Rebranding: In the United States, this camera was also rebadged and sold through Sears under the name Tower 23. The differences between the Ia and the later IIb/IIA instant-return mirror modelsFinding compatible M37 mount Takumar lenses.

Film Format: 35 mm roll film (standard 135 film)Lens Mount: M37 screw mount (37mm x 0.75mm pitch thread). Flash Synchronization: Dual bulb flash contact ports protruding on the front panel.

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Important Information: This camera is being sold strictly for parts or repair due to the stuck shutter. No returns will be accepted. Please do not purchase this item if you do not agree with these terms.

This camera has been part of a well-maintained vintage camera collection and would make an excellent restoration project, display piece, or source of spare parts for collectors.