Kern-Switar 2.8/52mm prototype

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Extremely rare and interesting prototype of the later Macro-Switar 1.8/50mm, maybe unique Kern-Switar 2.8/52mm AR in feet scale, matte chrome finish, note the unusual manual aperture closing tab, in very good condition, optics only showing a few spots and hair thin cleaning marks, including the rear cap. SN: 399585

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Kern-Switar 2.8/52mm prototype

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