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📸 Rare Ihagee Dresden — Early 35mm SLR Camera (Pre-Exakta Model)
A rare and early German precision camera made by Ihagee Dresden, the legendary manufacturer that would later produce the famous Exakta line.
This rare transitional body represents the craftsmanship and innovation of post-war Dresden.
⚙️ Item Details
Brand: Ihagee Dresden
Model: Pre-Exakta / Early 35mm SLR body
Country of Manufacture: Germany (Dresden)
Format: 35 mm film
Condition:
Excellent cosmetic condition — clean and well preserved
All mechanical functions working (shutter, film advance, timer tested)
Lens not included
No dents or structural damage — only light patina from age
Finish: Black and chrome metal body
Era: Late 1940s – early 1950s
🌟 Highlights
Rare model — not commonly found or listed on
Early SLR design preceding the famous Exakta series
German engineering excellence — solid all-metal body
Functional shutter and winding system
Ideal for collectors, museums, and enthusiasts of early photographic design
📷 Authenticity Notice
All photos shown are of the exact item you will receive.
No stock or borrowed images — what you see is exactly what you get.
I take my own photos to show every detail of its genuine vintage condition.
💡 For Collectors & Historians
This Ihagee Dresden represents the bridge between the pre-war Ihagee cameras and the later Exakta Varex line that defined the SLR world.
A rare opportunity to own a piece of photographic history that rarely surfaces in this condition.
🚚 Shipping
✔ Ships from the USA 🇺🇸
✔ Carefully packed with protective materials
✔ Tracking number included
✔ International shipping via Global Shipping Program
