Zeiss Ikon Kolibri 523/18 Night Biotar

{"overview":"The Zeiss Ikon Kolibri 523\/18 is a compact German strut-folding camera for 127 roll film, introduced in the early 1930s. Hammer prices at saleroom level reflect wholesale value rather than dealer retail, and as of today buyers should expect figures for clean, working Night Biotar examples to remain at the upper end of the Kolibri family because of the fast lens. Condition, lens clarity and shutter function are the dominant factors in what this camera sells for.","buying_guide":"Inspect the Biotar lens carefully for haze, separation and cleaning marks, since these directly affect value and are difficult to remedy. Check that the strut mechanism opens and locks firmly without play, that the shutter fires at all marked speeds, and that the body covering and chrome are intact.

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