Pentax Asahiflex with 50mm f/3.5

Pentax Asahiflex is the camera that made Pentax. Released in 1952 as Japan's first 35mm SLR, it introduced the instant-return mirror and pentaprism viewfinder that would define every SLR for the next seventy years. Hand-built, fully mechanical, and a museum-grade piece of photographic history. This example ships with the original 50mm f/3.5 Takumar lens. For collectors who want the camera that started the modern era.

Graded Very Good. Moderate cosmetic wear consistent with regular use. All advertised functions working.

Ships in 2 to 3 weeks.

Photos are of the exact model.

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