For your consideration, this vintage Exakta VX IIb 35mm SLR film camera.
* Well preserved, excellent physical condition, no drops, beautiful paint and brightwork.
* Second shutter cloth needs servicing (see below).
* Comes with original film spool.
* Mechanical functionality is good (see video). There's a little dust in the viewfinder.
* Back cover seals are present and appear good - look to be some type thin, soft woven black cord.
* Made in (occupied) Germany.
This is one of the best looking VXIIb's we've seen. It functions well, but at some point the second shutter has wrinkled / dried, or had previously been painted - a common, temporary fix to cover pinholes. The shutter will ultimately need to be replaced as it has added tension, and sometimes causes the second shutter edging to separate from the first (or gap) upon firing the shutter or winding. This doesn't happen on all firings, but occasionally, randomly. The wrinkles create friction in the shutter path. Some pinholes still reside on the second shutter. Because of these issues, this camera is sold FOR PARTS. It has not been tested with film.
NOTES:
- Shutter curtain # 2 is wrinkled and has pinholes. It will need a service.
- Due to shrinkage and wrinkles, the first shutter curtain will occasionally hang up / separate from the first, causing a gap which will randomly expose film.
See images and video for condition and functionality.
This camera is being sold as-is and as-described.
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Handling time 1 day from cleared payment. Payment due within 2 business days of auction close. Professionally packed and securely shipped. Shipping weight approx. 2-3 lbs.
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