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Description

The Super Travenar 28mm f/2.8 is a compact manual‑focus wide‑angle lens designed for M42 screw‑mount cameras. Offering a classic 28mm field of view and a bright f/2.8 aperture, it is well suited to landscapes, street photography and general wide‑angle shooting. The lens delivers a characterful vintage rendering, smooth handling and solid construction typical of third‑party optics from this era.

Condition

Overall Condition: Very Good
Fully tested and working. Optics are clean with no haze, fungus or separation. Aperture blades are responsive and the focus ring turns smoothly. Barrel shows light cosmetic wear consistent with careful use.

Included

Super Travenar 28mm f/2.8 lens
Front and rear caps 

Collectors Notes

Super Travenar lenses remain popular among vintage‑lens enthusiasts for their distinctive rendering and strong value. The 28mm f/2.8 is a desirable option for M42 users seeking a practical, lightweight wide‑angle prime that adapts easily to many digital systems. Well‑kept examples continue to attract interest from collectors and photographers exploring classic manual‑focus glass.

Key Features

28mm manual‑focus wide‑angle prime
f/2.8 maximum aperture
M42 screw mount
Smooth manual focus operation
Compact, lightweight design
Solid vintage construction
Suitable for film and adapted digital bodies

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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
  1. Camera powers on with no errors
  2. It is possible to write to memory card
  3. It is possible to  read from memory card
  4. Inspect test image for any noticeable sensor issues
  5. Standard controls/buttons work
  6. LCD screens work and display correctly
  7. The viewfinder is clear
  8. If the camera uses removable lenses, test that lenses mount correctly and functions work.
Film Camera
  1. Test that the camera winds on
  2. Does the shutter release
  3. Test the shutter through all speeds and note whether the speed varies appropriately (speed accuracy not tested or guarenteed)
  4. Shutter curtains open and close as expected
  5. Self timer functions
  6. If the cameras has a light meter that the meter works  and varies appropriately (accuracy of meter not tested or guarenteed)
  7. Condition of the viewfinder
  8. Condition of the mirror 
  9. Rangefinder functions correctly
  10. Bellows condition (specifically looking for cracks and light leaks)
 Lens
  1. Shine a bright light through and check for fungus, haze, dust and scratches
  2. Attach the lens to an appropriate camera body 
  3. Test the function of aperture ( does it open and close appropriately)
  4. Test the function of focus (AF and Manual) 
  5. Function of zoom
  6. 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

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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.