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A Pre-Production LeCoultre & Cie Compass Camera,
A Pre-Production LeCoultre & Cie Compass Camera,
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1936/37, chrome serial no. 1015, with unmarked lens, body, VG, shutter working, lens VG, complete with original lens cap Notes: This is the first time ever an original pre-production Compass Camera has been offered at public auction or even known to exist. This early first version was trialled to see the public reaction and it differs from the more common version II by the following points: • This camera is 3mm shorter and 3mm less thick than the version II • The lens has no name or data • The lens cap is separate and not attached • The 'LeCoultre' name does not appear on the outside of the camera • No lens cap depth of field calculator • More flush spirit level • There is no hinged magnifier • The swivel mount is for a small screw • No option for cable release • The wheel on the front is engraved 'Shutter Winder' • Inside the back is engraved 'World Patents Pending' • Back engraved 'Compass Cameras, London. Pemberton Billing, Patents/ Manufactured for the Licencees' - No mention of LeCoultre
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A Pre-Production LeCoultre & Cie Compass Camera,

Estimate £12,000 - £18,000
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Starting Price £9,500
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