Kodak Medalist II – 6×9 Rangefinder – Ektar 100mm f/3.5 – Serviced

Description

The Kodak Medalist II is a legendary 6×9 medium format rangefinder camera, introduced in 1947 as an upgrade to the original Medalist I. Designed by Walter Dorwin Teague, it features a rugged, tank-like build and was widely used by the U.S. military during WWII and beyond, prized for its durability and exceptional image quality.

It’s fitted with a Kodak Ektar 100mm f/3.5 lens, a five-element design renowned for its sharpness and contrast. The lens is fixed and collapses into the body via a helicoid mount. The Medalist II added flash sync capability, replacing the self-timer and fine-focus knob of the earlier model. It uses 620 roll film, producing eight 6×9cm exposures per roll, and can be adapted to accept 120 film.

The camera features a split-image rangefinder, parallax-corrected viewfinder, and a leaf shutter built into the lens, offering speeds from 1/400s to 1s + Bulb. Its unique dual-hinged film back allows for accessory ground glass backs and sheet film use.

Condition

Excellent vintage condition. Lens optics clean — no haze, fungus, or scratches. Shutter accurate across all speeds. Rangefinder aligned and bright. Collapsing mechanism smooth. Minor cosmetic wear consistent with age.  Had just been fully serviced.

Key Features

• Format: 6×9cm on 620 roll film (adaptable to 120)
• Lens: Kodak Ektar 100mm f/3.5 (5 elements in 3 groups)
• Shutter: Leaf shutter, 1/400s to 1s + Bulb
• Viewfinder: Split-image rangefinder + parallax-corrected finder
• Film back: Dual-hinged, removable for ground glass accessories
• Lens mount: Fixed, collapsible helicoid
• Filter thread: Series VI
• Build: Cast metal body, approx. 1.3kg
• Designed for military use — rugged and repairable

Included Items

• Kodak Medalist II camera
• Case

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