PHOTO PLAIT TROPICAL 6.5X9CM (ZEISS SONNET TROPEN?)*RARE* CAMERA BERTHIOT LENS
Note finder front frame is missing and aperture is disconnected to its lever.
Early model and note the very curious and nice Optical Co. Rochester(later Kodak) US made shutter!
Camera probably made by either by ZEISS, NETTEL or CONTESSA and is very similar to the SONNET TROPEN models. Imported by Photo-Plait that sold it in France. I cannot find any information Photo-Plait selling this model at that time.
Bellows is original, hood finder and ground glass original and in very good condition.
Camera is overall in good condition and shows moderate signs of prior use. Shows some scuffs, some small scratches, some small dings, no dents. Comes with a film pack holder only. All fast shutter speeds are accurate, longer speeds are also accurate! Focus moves smooth and accurate. Lens unit front stand moves smoothly on to the bed.
Original brown bellows shows some wear and is light leak free. Lens elements shows no scratches, no fungus, no haze, no cleaning marks, no separation (See pictures).