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Post by julio1fer on Feb 22, 2013 18:41:33 GMT -5
Doing a test roll on this Konica III that followed me home. Anyone knows about the serial numbers and dates of manufacturing? (could not find anything in the Web). I've heard that the lens is good. The wind lever is very special! And I thought that the Werra makers were crazy.
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Doug T.
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Post by Doug T. on Feb 23, 2013 16:44:53 GMT -5
Hi there Julio !
I couldn't find much either, only that they were made from 1956-1959. I'll try to find out some more.
On another note, I have the chance to pick up a Konica I for 15 USD at the local flea market. Do you think that it would be worth going back for? Or should I let it go. It doesn't sound like much, and seems to work.
Doug
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Post by lloydy on Feb 23, 2013 17:34:38 GMT -5
By reputation just about anything with Hexanon on it is supposed to be very good. But, when I was researching about a camera that I have with a Seikosha shutter there was a lot of differing opinions, ranging from poor to good. I got the impression that they were second rate shutters, but that could just be internet talk? the truth could be different. It's a nice looking camera, the truth lies with throwing a film through it.
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Post by julio1fer on Feb 23, 2013 18:09:01 GMT -5
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I'd say that is a very good price, if it can be restored or make to work. Konica I seem to be priced above that.
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Post by racerbob48 on Jul 4, 2013 0:42:42 GMT -5
Yes, Hexanon lenses are some of the best ever made... I've been using them professionally since 1971...
the Seikosha shutter is not one of the worst, but like all of its type, needs a little maintenance... any pro repair gy can keep it running just fine..
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