Kodak Ektra Serial #1379 W Manual, Lens Cap, Strap & 50mm F/1.9 Ektar Lens

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KODAK EKTRA SERIAL #1379 w Manual, Lens Cap, Strap & 50mm f/1.9 EKTAR LENS

Serial #1379 indicates this was the 379th of the approximately 2,000 made. 50mm f/1.9 Ektar Serial #EY1005 means it was made in 1940. There is a small ding on the lower left of the camera body (see the last two posted photos).

No other scratches, leather is perfect, viewfinder clear. Lens is clear, focus stiff , iris is smooth, rangefinder accurate. The finest consumer camera Kodak ever made is, unfortunately, notorious for an imperfectly designed shutter. Before listing, I cocked it and fired it twice and it worked fine, but I would not push its luck. This is a magnificent display camera, but is not recommended for use.

Listing for my father-in-law, a pioneering and award-winning photojournalist who has collected cameras for more than 70 years. At 90 he has decided it is time to let some of his cameras go to others who appreciate the beauty and history of photography.

He wrote the preceding description from a visual inspection. Photos are provided for potential buyers to make their own assessment.
The item "KODAK EKTRA SERIAL #1379 w Manual, Lens Cap, Strap & 50mm f/1.9 EKTAR LENS" is in sale since Friday, November 6, 2020. This item is in the category "Cameras & Photo\Vintage Movie & Photography\Vintage Cameras\35mm Cameras". The seller is "53rd_street" and is located in Elkhorn, Nebraska. This item can be shipped to United States.

Model: Ektra
Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Color: Black
Brand: KodaK

KODAK EKTRA SERIAL #1379 w Manual, Lens Cap, Strap & 50mm f/1.9 EKTAR LENS

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