Pignons Alpa 10d (red, chrome)
The Alpa 10d is a 35mm SLR made in Switzerland by Pignons SA. This red-and-chrome variant belongs to the Alpa 10-series produced from the 1960s, positioned at the upper end of the precision-instrument SLR market when new.
Sales evidence for this specific red/chrome 10d is thin: a single UK auction hammer result of £1,700 from 2016 is the only data point on file. Because that is a wholesale saleroom figure rather than a dealer asking price, what one of these is worth in 2026 cannot be reliably narrowed beyond that historic sale, and condition, completeness and originality of the red covering will heavily influence what it sells for today.
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: November 2016
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2016 | EUR 1,700 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 29 (Lot AI_29_33690) Title: Alpa Mod.10d chrome
Description:
probably unique chrome Alpa 10d without engravings (except for the serial number on the rear), red leather covering, in near mint condition and perfect working order Estimate: EUR 1,600 - EUR 2,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Alpa 10d (red, chrome) worth today?
The only auction record on file is a £1,700 hammer price from 2016, so a precise current value cannot be given without more recent sales.
How much does an Alpa 10d in red and chrome sell for at auction?
On the single available UK saleroom result it sold for £1,700, excluding buyer's premium; condition and originality of the red covering would shift that figure either way.
Why is the red Alpa 10d more collectable than a standard black one?
The red-covered variant was produced in much smaller numbers than the standard finish, which is the main driver of its higher price relative to ordinary 10d bodies.