Foth Derby (II, w/CRF)
The Foth Derby II with coupled rangefinder is a compact strut-folding camera that takes 127 roll film, a format common in the small-camera market of the 1930s. It was positioned as a pocketable rangefinder option from the German maker Foth, sitting above the simpler scale-focus Derby variants.
Sales data for this model is thin: a single UK auction hammer result in early 2026 saw an example sell for £38, so today's value sits at the lower end of pre-war folder territory at saleroom level. With only one recent wholesale data point, buyers should treat that figure as indicative rather than a firm market price, and clean working examples with a functioning rangefinder may achieve more.
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: January 2026
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jan 2026 | £38 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 328) Title: A Foth Derby II With CRF
Description:
brown leatherette, body F, opens and folds correctly, requires attention, with the US CRF version, cover missing from one end, with Foth 50mm lens, |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Foth Derby II with coupled rangefinder worth today?
Based on a single UK auction hammer result in January 2026, an example sold for £38, suggesting current value sits in that area for a typical example, though the limited data means individual prices can vary.
How much does a Foth Derby II sell for at auction?
The most recent recorded UK auction sale was £38 in 2026, which is the only verified hammer price available for this specific rangefinder variant.
Is the Foth Derby II rangefinder model rarer than the standard Derby?
The coupled-rangefinder version was the upmarket variant in the Derby line, so it appears less frequently in the market than the scale-focus models.