Bittner Klappo
The Bittner Klappo is a folding plate camera, a body type widely produced in the early twentieth century before roll-film designs displaced folding plate equipment. Bittner is an obscure maker, and the Klappo appears in collector references rather than mainstream camera catalogues.
Auction data for the Klappo is extremely thin: a single recorded UK saleroom hammer result of £385 (May 2005) is the only public benchmark, so any sense of what one is worth today rests on that lone data point rather than an established market. With no comparable sales since, the price a Klappo sells for in 2026 will depend heavily on completeness and condition, and serious buyers should treat that figure as indicative only.
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.
Prices updated: May 2005
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| May 2005 | EUR 385 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 7 (Lot AI_7_24784) Title: Bittner München Klappo
Description:
6.5x9cm deluxe version with Bittner Orthoklinar 4.8/10.5cm, brown bellows, crocodile leather covering, film holder, a package of new Isochrome-films Estimate: EUR 500 - EUR 600 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Bittner Klappo worth today?
The only verified UK auction record is a £385 hammer price from 2005; with no recent comparables, current value is uncertain and depends on condition and completeness.
How much does a Bittner Klappo sell for at auction?
Public sales data shows just one result at £385, so there is no reliable price range — treat that figure as a single reference point rather than a market median.
Is the Bittner Klappo a common camera?
No. Bittner is a scarce maker and the Klappo rarely appears in saleroom listings, which is why pricing data is so limited.