Arnold Karma-Flex
The Arnold Karma-Flex is a vintage roll-film reflex camera produced by the German maker Arnold. It is a collector-oriented body rather than a mainstream user camera, and surfaces only occasionally on the secondary market today.
Public auction evidence for the Karma-Flex is thin: a single Christie's hammer result from 1998 sold for £253, which is a wholesale saleroom figure excluding commission. With only one historic data point on file, current value in 2026 cannot be reliably stated, and what a Karma-Flex sells for today will depend heavily on condition, completeness and which variant comes to market.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| May 1998 | £253 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND OPTICAL TOYS (Lot 484) Title: Karma-Flex
Description:
Karma-Flex Estimate: £200 - £300 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Arnold Karma-Flex worth today?
Auction evidence is limited to a single 1998 Christie's hammer price of £253, so a reliable current market value cannot be quoted; condition and variant will drive any present-day price.
How much does an Arnold Karma-Flex sell for at auction?
The only recorded UK auction hammer result on file is £253, achieved at Christie's in 1998, excluding buyer's and seller's commission.
Is the Arnold Karma-Flex a rare camera?
It appears infrequently in saleroom records, which is why pricing data is sparse and each sale tends to be judged on its own merits.