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3 Dec 2011 © Colin J Clarke

Ricolet

Charleston SC


This is the first model c1953 of the first 35mm camera series by Riken (later Ricoh).
This model has the name on the front plate. The second design (1955) had a revised
top housing with the name on the top plate and room for a rangefinder to be added
in later models. The third model (Ricolet III) has a rangefinder.


The lenses are by Ricoh and the shutter is Riken, as I understand it. However, there is
some information to suggest this may have a Tomioka lens.

This camera is in good condition, after a CLA and especially some work on the 'frozen' helical focus.

The second Ricolet model is here

Not to be confused with the Swiss Throat Lozenges ... Ricolaaaaaaaaa.


other sizes: small medium large original auto
André Bessot12-May-2012 14:47
Like a new one...
It's a time I do not go trough your cameras gallery and discover some new fine items.
Patrick F10-May-2012 21:21
These camera has the same age as me!!!! BV!
12304-Dec-2011 17:38
Sweet. V
Paco López04-Dec-2011 06:55
Another Ricolaaaa :o)!
I think the s model is most beautiful, but is interesting have the two models. This is history! V!!!!! (...and congrats!)
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