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Bentzin Primarette Nr. 1030. Made in Görlitz, Germany by Curt Bentzin, this 4 x 6,5twin-lens strut folding camera was made for 127 roll film, circa 1933. With 75mm Carl Zeiss Jena Triotar f3,5 Nr. 2408506. Condition: Excellent

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Bentzin Primarette

Name: Bentzin Primarette
Brand: Zeiss
SKU: 231797681
Price: 800 USD
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