Vintage 1948-1950 AkArette 35mm Viewfinder Camera, Apparat & Kamerabau, made in Germany

The AkArette is a 35mm viewfinder camera with interchangeable lenses, made by Apparate & Kamerabau in Germany. The viewfinder was switchable between 50 and 75mm focal lengths. Interesting detail: the leaf shutter is part of the camera, set just behind the bayonet mount. Most leaf shutters are part of the lens, set between the lenses.

The Akarette took 24x32mm images and was produced in 1947.
The Akarette I, produced 1948-1950, takes standard 24x36mm frames.
Fitted with an unmarked shutter, B, 1/25–1/200. The AKArette I shows two viewfinder windows, one for the 50mm lens at the left and viewfinder window for the 75mm lens at right.

Serial Number: 47694

This vintage AkArette is in good condition and has seen better days, however it is well priced and ready for restoration. It has not been film tested and cannot be guaranteed to work as new. The shutter fires, and most features seem to be functioning. No attempt has been made to clean or alter its current state. Viewfinders and lens are clear but do show a few spots. This is a unique camera for a unique camera collector.

Priced accordingly for quality and overall condition. As seen in pics, no additional accessories.

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