Olympus Trip 35 – Early Serial 520405 – Red Flag Fault – Fair Condition

OVERVIEW

An early‑serial Olympus Trip 35 (serial 520405) offered in Fair Used Condition. The camera presents very good cosmetics, and the aperture is varying correctly, but the red‑flag warning system is not working, so it is sold as partially functional / for use with caution.

CONDITION

Camera – Fair Used Condition

• Red flag warning system not working (does not block shutter on under‑exposure)
• Aperture varies appropriately when pointed at different light levels
• Shutter fires, but exposure accuracy not verified
• Viewfinder clear with light age‑related dust
• Focus ring moves smoothly
• Body in very good cosmetic condition with light wear only
• No dents, cracks, or structural issues
• Battery‑free selenium system (meter behaviour not guaranteed due to red‑flag fault)

INCLUDED

• Olympus Trip 35 camera (serial 520405)

KEY FEATURES

• Early‑serial Olympus Trip 35
• Battery‑free selenium metering system
• 40mm f/2.8 Zuiko lens
• Zone‑focus design
• Compact, reliable mechanical shutter
• Classic 1960s–70s Olympus styling
• Ideal for collectors, display, or repair‑minded users

COLLECTOR NOTES

Early‑serial Trips such as 520405 are desirable among collectors due to their earlier production features and build details. The red‑flag fault is a common age‑related issue and does not prevent the shutter from firing, but it does mean the camera should be used with manual exposure awareness or repaired by a specialist.

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