A Kodak Retina IIIC (Big C) folding 35mm rangefinder camera in Very Good Used Condition, fitted with the highly regarded Schneider‑Kreuznach Heligon 50mm f/2 lens. This is the premium Retina model with the larger viewfinder, coupled rangefinder, and interchangeable front‑cell lens system.
CONDITION
Camera – Very Good Used Condition
Shutter fires across marked speeds
Heligon 50mm f/2 lens clean with no haze or fungus observed
Aperture blades clean and responsive
Rangefinder patch visible and aligns correctly (adjust if needed)
Focus smooth with correct resistance
Folding mechanism opens, locks, and closes correctly
Body shows light cosmetic wear consistent with age
Viewfinder bright with light age‑related dust
No dents, cracks, or structural issues
INCLUDED
Kodak Retina IIIC (Big C) camera
Schneider‑Kreuznach Heligon 50mm f/2 lens
KEY FEATURES
Kodak Retina IIIC (Big C) folding 35mm rangefinder
Classic German engineering from Kodak AG Stuttgart
Ideal for collectors or 35mm rangefinder enthusiasts
COLLECTOR NOTES
The Retina IIIC (Big C) is one of the most desirable Retina models, offering the best viewfinder in the series and the superb Heligon 50mm f/2, a fast, sharp lens prized by collectors and shooters alike. Clean, working examples remain in strong demand, especially with the Heligon rather than the Xenon.
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