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The Wrayflex Ia is a rare British-made 35mm SLR camera from the early 1950s, featuring a unique mirror-based reflex system and 24×36mm format. It’s a prized collector’s item with distinctive engineering and historical significance.

Description:
The Wrayflex Ia is a historically significant 35mm single-lens reflex camera produced by Wray Optical Works Ltd. in Bromley, England between 1953 and 1958. Unlike conventional SLRs, it uses a dual-mirror system instead of a pentaprism to reflect the image into the viewfinder, resulting in a laterally reversed image. This model offers the standard 24×36mm frame size and accepts screw-mount lenses. With its compact form and mechanical precision, the Wrayflex Ia is a unique piece of British photographic engineering.

Condition:
Overall Condition: Very Good
Light cosmetic wear consistent with age. Shutter fires across all speeds. Reflex system functional. Film transport smooth. Viewfinder clear with central magnifier.

Included:

Wrayflex Ia camera body
Original leatherette case
Wrayflex book

Collectors Notes:
The Wrayflex series represents the only British-made 35mm SLR cameras, with the Ia being the second model. It improved upon the original Wrayflex I by adopting the standard 24×36mm frame size. The camera’s distinctive mirror reflex system and low-profile design set it apart from contemporaries. With fewer than 2,000 units believed to have been produced, the Wrayflex Ia is highly sought after by collectors of British photographic history and rare mechanical designs.

Key Features:

35mm film format (24×36mm frame size)
Dual-mirror reflex viewing system
Ground glass focusing screen with central magnifier
Focal plane shutter (1/2 to 1/1000 sec + B)
Screw-mount lens system
Manual film advance with auto-stop
Flash synchronisation for bulbs
Made in Bromley, England (1953–1958)

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Photographs of item

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Equipment Testing

I will carry out a standard set of testing for all equipment I am selling and will highlight any issues found as well as the perceived condition of the item. Not all tests will be appropriate for a specific camera or lens, but the appropriate ones will be carried out.

	Test
Digital Camera	Camera powers on with no errors It is possible to write to memory card It is possible to read from memory card Inspect test image for any noticeable sensor issues Standard controls/buttons work LCD screens work and display correctly The viewfinder is clear If the camera uses removable lenses, test that lenses mount correctly and functions work.
Film Camera	Test that the camera winds on Does the shutter release Test the shutter through all speeds and note whether the speed varies appropriately (speed accuracy not tested or guarenteed) Shutter curtains open and close as expected Self timer functions If the cameras has a light meter that the meter works and varies appropriately (accuracy of meter not tested or guarenteed) Condition of the viewfinder Condition of the mirror Rangefinder functions correctly Bellows condition (specifically looking for cracks and light leaks)
Lens	Shine a bright light through and check for fungus, haze, dust and scratches Attach the lens to an appropriate camera body Test the function of aperture ( does it open and close appropriately) Test the function of focus (AF and Manual) Function of zoom Is movement excessively stiff or loose

Equipment Grading

Grade	Condition
Mint	As new condition, no marks, fully working
Excellent	very minor usage marks detected, fully working
Very good	Some minor usage marks or small scratches, fully working
Good	Marks consistent with use, minor wear on edges, small scratches, fully working
Fair	Heavier wear marks, possibly some minor issues with functionality, but usable
Poor	Heavy wear, not fully working, would require work, should be considered as a renovation project

Notes of Condition

Please note the following:

All the equipment we are selling is used and unless specifically stated it has not been serviced.
Most older lenses will have some degree of dust.
Film cameras will not have had any light seals replaced and they will most likely be degraded, for optimum performance they should be replaced.
We will not specifically note individual marks on a piece of equipment, please refer the the photographs.

Shipping

Shipping

The item will be shipped within 2 working days after your payment has been received & cleared. It will often be sent quicker than this.

All items will be sent securely packaged. Please note that although the majority of packing materials we use are new, we will reuse materials when available and encourage all of our customers to do the same.

Items below £150 in value will be sent by Royal Mail 48, those above this value will be sent via Special Delivery in the UK.

We are happy to send internationally.

Returns

All items sold come with a 30 day no fuss return guarantee with the exception of items sold as faulty or for parts.