Description: This Argus model C3 35mm. Camera has had considerable historical influence on the photographic industry. A 1945 Fortune Magazine stated that Argus Cameras “overnight changed candid camera photography in the U.S. from a class hobby to a mass pastime”. The Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. has also acknowledged the contributions of Argus to popular photography by awarding Argus the “Great American Camera”’ honor. This model C3 also known as the “BRICK” design was first introduced in 1939. And remained the best-selling 35mm. Camera in the world for almost three decades. This camera comes with original leather case and strap. It also come with a case that was purchased at The Franciscan Sierra Retreat in Malibu Beach California, there is a welcome card from the Retreat that identifies the case. The camera is in perfect condition, it appears to be fully functional although I never used it. It comes with 3 unused 35 mm. Kodak camera rolls of film that show the “develop before” dates, Jan. 1959, Jan. 1959, and Apr. 1962. It also comes with the original Sears Price tag that identifies the camera and sale price of $74.71. It also comes with a Craftsman catalog that’s dated from 1959, a Kodak information book that shows the copyright from 1942, an Optical Glass filter and other attachments. Lots of documentation! Please see pictures. This package is excellent for a showcase!We go to great lengths to ensure that our items are described and pictured accurately. Please look at all the pictures as they describe the condition that the unit is in. Will ship for free in the U.S.A. via UPS, FedEx or USPS depending on rates. Please understand that shipping time can vary, and we have no control over the actual transit time, once an item has left our hands. We greatly appreciate your patience. Items must be returned in the same condition as received. Although we are happy to share any knowledge, we may possess about items we sell, we cannot offer technical help on the use, installation, applicability, or repair of any of our items or items you already own. We try our best to evaluate the condition of all the equipment and parts we Sell on Ebay. We assume no liability for damage or injury to property or persons resulting from the use or installation of any equipment or part we sell.
Price: 495 USD
Location: Fair Oaks, California
End Time: 2024-12-29T03:32:12.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Argus
Color: Black
Model: C3
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
