Balda-Werk Color-Baldanar 45mm f/2.8 lens with a Prontormat leaf shutter and a built-in coupled selenium light meter, all housed in a chunky chrome-and-brushed-steel body that in compact in the hand.
Made in Germany, thus Balda Baldmatican is a 35mm rangefinder from right around 1958–1960, in its original leather ever-ready case.
Ideal for collectors of vintage German optics, retro photography enthusiasts, and anyone furnishing a study or display cabinet with genuine period technology.
Untested, but visually in good condition. One slight crack in case. Available at La La Vintage 67 Semaphore Road, Semaphore SA 5019 (Next to Odeon Cinema)
