Description: Thank you for visiting our shop. We sell Japanese cameras and books that convey Japanese culture. Please check our site on ebay for other items. Alpenflex i Hachiyo Opt.Co ALPO f3.5/7.5cm Orient ii #539906 ACTUALLY FILM TESTED INTRODUCTION:Alpenflex Type 1 was released by Hachiyo Kogaku in 1953. Hachiyo Kogaku is a manufacturer that was separated from the former Shiojiri factory of Nikon after the war, and it is said that the lenses are made of Nikon materials. That is the selling point of this camera. COSMETIC CONDITION:There is a paint cracks on the metal base of the viewfinder. Other than that, this camera cosmetically in near fine condition. Please examine the listing photos for the overall cosmetic condition of the item. MECHANICAL: This cameras shutter fires in each speeds. The aperture closure moves smoothly, no oil on either aperture or shutter blade. Nob on the top of the shutter lever is missing, but we find no difficulty of releasing the shutter. All other operations work smoothly. OPTICAL CONDITION: Lens is ALPO f/3.5 75mm. View and take lenses are visually clear. No haze, no fog, no balsam separation. We disassembled the lens and cleaned. Condition of middle and rear lens are very fine. We find wiping fine scratch on the surface of the front lens. And there are trace of removing fungus in front lens. Seems that there are no effect of taking pictures. We actually loaded a film and tested it. Please check the image posted. IMPRESSION of USAGE: Method of usage is as follows. Insert the film and wind up the film a littel. Close the back lid and lock them. Open the window of the back lid to see the red window. Wind up the film till you see the number 1 appears in red window. Then, wind the shutter lever, select aperture and shutter speed, focus and take a shot.When you see the camera from front, there will be a shutter charge lever on the left side of take lens, aperture lever on the right, and shutter release lever placed on under the take lens.This camera is very simple to be use. Easy to operate. ITEMS INCLUDED: TLR Camera, Lens capWeight: approx 920g We also sell a unique book "The Collector's Guide to Japanese Cameras" that introduces Japanese cameras. This book is a comprehensive introduction to Japanese cameras manufactured before World War II to 1980s. The number of recorded models is about 2,200, which is easy to read and accurately described. It is a valuable resource for the history of Japanses Camera and the history of the camera industry. If you're interested, search for "The Collector's Guide to Japanese Cameras" on our store site on ebay. SHIPPING:We send a product by ePacket or Yamato Transport International TA-Q-BIN. We attach the tracking number. It will take 6-10 business days normally to arrive (Sometimes delay of delivery because it takes more time at customs.) If you purchase the items (2 or more), we can ship them (items) together. After the usual payment procedure, we will refund the difference in shipping fee. PAYMENT:We will ship the item 5 business days after your payment clears. RETURN:If you are not satisfied with the item received, you can return it (only 30days). In this case, we can only refund you back the purchase price and original shipping. Return shipping fee will be paid by buyer. All returned items must be in its original condition. If you cannot agree with our policy, you'd better not bid. If you find something wrong with the item, please contact me at first. I will do my best to solve the problem with you. NOTE (IMPORTANT):Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. If you have any question, please feel free to contact us.
Price: 109.9 USD
Location: Shiga
End Time: 2024-03-17T12:49:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: 27.5 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Hachiyo Opt. Co
Type: TLR
Format: 6x6 cm
Focus Type: Manual
Color: Black
Model: Alpenflex i
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan