A very well made and really hard to find tool. The black housing is engraved with:

 'HERMAGIS - PARIS'

It is made of ebonized brass with a leather parts (which is original). Overall the item feels really massive and well made. There are two very interesting parts here:

1. The glass itself is colored blue, which is something i never have seen before. I just can imagine that it helps to work with B&W work

2. The rear part offers a rectangular shape, which helps the photographer adjust some proportions.

I just can imagine that this was a really expensive and exlusive focusing tool, which also showed the status of the photographic practicioner.

A very hard to find accessiore which is hard to find, especially in such a good condition!

Insured and tracked shipping cost:

Germany - 10 eur
EU* - 20 eur
Worldwide - 60 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.