The Mint Condition Myth. 3 More Examlpes of Misleading Camera Descriptions

The Mint Condition Myth. 3 More Examlpes of Misleading Camera Descriptions

Questionable camera descriptions are rampant, and aren't confined to Mint Condition claims. Here are 3 more howlers I found on eBay.

By Jason Schneider


Canon IVSb body of mid 1950s is listed as "Very Good," but not own my book.


Metal shutter curtain of "Very Good" Canon VI-T. Canon's metal shutter curtains if this era often have slight dings, but the one is beyond the pale.


"Mint" Rolleiflex? Not quire. Area around film type seal dial inset in focusing knob shows visible cosmetic damage.

 

[Sonnar Brian]

"Overly Optimistic" "Misleading" and "Phony" descriptions have made Ebay a mine field. I buy something thinking it will be for parts.

Ebay- I know one Ebay seller that features many "ZK" Sonnar and "BK" Biogon Name Rings on J-3 and J-12 Russian lenses, yet has a 100% feedback rating. Noticed his feedback is "private listing."

We need a "how to spot a Fake" camera or lens thread. I'm collecting images.

 

[Saganich]

"Near Mint, everything works"...but nothing tested.

 

[splitimageview]

nice curtains!