April 24, 2024
Minox Riga Camera with Leather Case
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The most famous maker of sub-miniature "spy" cameras was Minox. First made in Latvia in 1938, later in the USSR, and still later in Germany, these tiny cameras were much sought-after and carried by intelligence agents everywhere from WWII through the Cold War.This particular Minox Riga, serial number 03075, was made in Latvia, in 1938. This is the most collectible of the Minox series.This camera was designed by Walter Zapp in 1938, and produced by VEF in Riga. Unlike later models, this one has a stainless steel body. Other parts are chrome-plated brass.Specs for the Riga:shooting distance: 8" to infinity speed: 1/2 to 1/1000th second lens: 3 element 3 group 15mm f3.5 dimensions: 3 1/4 x 1 1/8 x 5/8 inches weight: 4.6 oz. battery: none built in yellow filter viewfinder parallax correction finish: stainless steel
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