Eastman Kodak Vest Pocket Kodak Model B Analogue folding camera

Vest Pocket Kodak Model B Set – With original manual (Anleitung) & leather case & original box – From a Collection (Not Tested) An offering is a historic Vest Pocket Kodak (Model B) bellows camera from the early 20th century, also known as the legendary "Soldier's Camera". This lot is unique and especially interesting for collectors because the camera is complete with the extremely rare original German-language manual (Anleitung zum Westentaschen- Autographic- »Kodak« Modell „B“) and the accompanying cardboard box and leather storage case. The set comes from the estate of a passionate camera collector. Cosmetically the camera is in a characterful, well-worn vintage condition with the well-known lacquer loss on the corners and edges, which provides an authentic appearance (see detailed photos). The instruction booklet shows light signs of aging but is fully intact. Technical specifications: • Brand: Eastman Kodak Co. • Model: Vest Pocket Kodak (Model B) • Camera type: Folding camera / Bellows camera (Folding camera) • Production period: approx. 1915 - 1925 • Country of origin: Rochester, New York, USA • Film type: 127 film (Autographic) • Shutter: Kodak Ball Bearing Shutter (settings for T, B, 1/25 and 1/50 second) • Aperture: Adjustable via the sliding control on the underside of the lens board • Lens: Meniscus Achromatic or Rapid Rectilinear lens • Viewfinder: Small reversal "brilliant" viewfinder for portrait or landscape shots • Extra in this lot: Original German-language manual (Anleitung Modell "B") and original brown carrying case • Cosmetic condition: Vintage state with clear lacquer and aging marks appropriate to the age of over 100 years. • Technical condition: Not tested (Untested / As-Is).

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