Darlot 250mm F3.8 Petzval Lens

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Darlot 250mm F3.8 Petzval Lens

€700.00 Sold Out

Condition: This Petzval design lens comes in an absolute collectors condition. The brass comes unpolished with quite a nice patina, there is some wear here and there but its still a beauty to look upon. The rack & pinion is there and works smoothly. The glass is in very good condition, there is no haze, fungus or anything that would impair the imaging quality here.

The lens is not engraved on the outside (as it was common for early french makers), but the front achromat is marked on the edge with: 'Darlot Paris'.

It has a focal lenght of 250mm at a speed of F3.8. It will cover 5x7 and even fullplate format with a minimal light falloff and the distinct petzval characteristic on the ground glass.

The lens comes with a very nice flange and the authentic leather lenscap.

height: 17cm
width: 8cm
weight: 1100gr

Insured and tracked shipping cost:

Germany - 10 eur
EU* - 30 eur
Worldwide - 90 eur

*(the site offers only 2 shipping variations, DE and worldwide. buyers from EU please either contact me beforehand for a reduced EU cost, or after buying so i can send a refund over the difference)

Importent Note: This item comes from my private collection and is around 100 years old (antique). I try my best to describe all the faults and major damage which are relevant for the function of this item. But the actuall item can show signs of wear and also some cosmetic blemishes/damage which is not described in the auction text! When buying this item the buyer agrees to this terms.