KODAK RETINA 1a

kevinWE · 11-14-2019, 04:39 AM - **3 Likes**

I couldn't let this one go on eBay. Seller claims it functions as it should, everything has been tested. he sold it for 12.00 plus 8.00 shipping. These usually sell in the 45.00 or higher range, so I snagged it. She looks well used but that simply adds to the history of the unit. I will post much better pictures when the camera arrives. This photo is from the seller and it looks to be the most worn area on the camera.

This will be the second Kodak added to my collection. I'm still in the market for a Retina III of some type.

**UncleVanya** · 11-14-2019, 07:19 AM - **1 Like**

I run into these in antique shops often, if I still shot film if have one. They are neat to hold and attractive.

azyjjk · 11-14-2019, 07:36 AM - **1 Like**

I have a Retina lla that my father bought for my high school graduation in 1958. I could carry it in my pocket.

Desperado · 11-14-2019, 10:23 AM - **1 Like**

i have got kodak retina iiic,excellent machine with a nice 50mm f2.0 schneider kreuznach lens,still working but lightmeter died.

Aaron28 · 11-14-2019, 09:49 PM - **1 Like**

sweet!! the retinas are very slick cameras!!! currently running a roll through a Ia......have a IIa but the front element is in very poor condition that its doubtful it will see a roll....have a 2nd Ia and would like to get a IIIa….the 3 I have cleaned up nicely and shine brilliantly after some saddle soap/shoe polish

Desperado · 11-14-2019, 10:29 PM - **2 Likes**

My retina with its hardcase

kevinWE · 11-16-2019, 01:09 PM

Originally posted by Desperado

My retina with its hardcase

IIIc ? I've been looking at these lately.

kevinWE · 11-16-2019, 06:48 PM - **2 Likes**

My Retina arrived. The camera is in much better condition than I anticipated. The eBayer's photos didn't do this unit justice. The only complaint I have is the previous owner took a black sharpie and tried to cover up areas of paint loss. I took some rubbing alcohol I started to remove what I could. Here are a few quick shots I just took.

Here you can see the sharpie cover-up work.

Aaron28 · 11-16-2019, 09:22 PM

nice! such a slick camera! can fit in about any pocket....happy shooting!

Desperado · 11-17-2019, 10:36 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by kevinWE

IIIc ? I've been looking at these lately.

yes kevin iiic small c

11-14-2019, 04:39 AM - 3 Likes	#1
kevinWE Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Illinois, USA Posts: 497	KODAK RETINA 1a I couldn't let this one go on eBay. Seller claims it functions as it should, everything has been tested. he sold it for 12.00 plus 8.00 shipping. These usually sell in the 45.00 or higher range, so I snagged it. She looks well used but that simply adds to the history of the unit. I will post much better pictures when the camera arrives. This photo is from the seller and it looks to be the most worn area on the camera. This will be the second Kodak added to my collection. I'm still in the market for a Retina III of some type.

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UncleVanya Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2014 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 28,445	I run into these in antique shops often, if I still shot film if have one. They are neat to hold and attractive.

11-14-2019, 07:36 AM - 1 Like	#3
azyjjk New Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 3	I have a Retina lla that my father bought for my high school graduation in 1958. I could carry it in my pocket.

11-14-2019, 10:23 AM - 1 Like	#4
Desperado Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Posts: 51	i have got kodak retina iiic,excellent machine with a nice 50mm f2.0 schneider kreuznach lens,still working but lightmeter died.

11-14-2019, 09:49 PM - 1 Like	#5
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,131	sweet!! the retinas are very slick cameras!!! currently running a roll through a Ia......have a IIa but the front element is in very poor condition that its doubtful it will see a roll....have a 2nd Ia and would like to get a IIIa….the 3 I have cleaned up nicely and shine brilliantly after some saddle soap/shoe polish

11-16-2019, 01:09 PM	#7
kevinWE Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Illinois, USA Posts: 497 Original Poster	Originally posted by Desperado My retina with its hardcase IIIc ? I've been looking at these lately.

11-16-2019, 06:48 PM - 2 Likes	#8
kevinWE Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Illinois, USA Posts: 497 Original Poster	My Retina arrived. The camera is in much better condition than I anticipated. The eBayer's photos didn't do this unit justice. The only complaint I have is the previous owner took a black sharpie and tried to cover up areas of paint loss. I took some rubbing alcohol I started to remove what I could. Here are a few quick shots I just took. Here you can see the sharpie cover-up work.

11-16-2019, 09:22 PM	#9
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,131	nice! such a slick camera! can fit in about any pocket....happy shooting!

11-17-2019, 10:36 AM - 1 Like	#10
Desperado Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Posts: 51	Originally posted by kevinWE IIIc ? I've been looking at these lately. yes kevin iiic small c