A Quality Antique Lacquered Brass Magic Lantern / Camera Lens.

Of the Petzval type.

* Approximately * 105 mm Focal Length.

The Rack and Pinion Wheel Focus Mechanism is firmly located and working but slips occasionally.

* The Rear Element is more than hand-tight so I left it in place, it sits correctly with no issues.

* The two Lenses of the Rear Element have only very minor signs of age and use, no visible scratches, no chips or cracks, may need to be taken apart to clean between the Lenses.

* The Front Element is shown disassembled.

* The Front Element Lenses (cemented pair) are also in very good condition, all as shown, no scratches, no chips, no cracks.

* The Lenses have no movement within their Elements when assembled, no rattles when shaken.

** No Fungus or Mold.

* All Threads shown undone run cleanly and smoothly and will tighten fully without issue.

* The Hinged Front Cover operates firmly and smoothly with no issues or signs of wear.

* The Body is in very good order, it shows only minor cosmetic signs of age and use, no structural issues, no breaks, dents or major damage.

Measurements are as shown in the Photographs.

Weighs approx' :- 439.0 gms, not packed for Shipping.

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