Konica Twin-Lens Reflex KONIFLEX

This is an early model of the Konica twin-lens reflex camera KONIFLEX, released in 1952.
This camera was originally sold about 74 years ago.

As expected for its age, there are some signs of wear and tear, but the mechanical parts such as the shutter seem to be in working order (no sluggishness felt).
The shutter speed ring is very stiff when moving from 200 to 400, but this is common with old cameras and is a specification due to the strong spring required to operate at the highest speed (not a malfunction).
The aperture lever has sharp serrations that can be painful to the fingers, which might also be a specification, but it's a bit unpleasant.

A test film was inserted, and film advance was confirmed. The film winds up properly without any slack.

Both the viewing lens and taking lens have numerous wipe marks on the front element. Please check the photos.
While the sample photos do not seem to be significantly affected, I cannot definitively say there is no impact, so please judge accordingly.

The self-timer is not functional.
Although you likely won't use it, it will prevent the shutter from releasing, so please do not press the red button on the right side when holding the camera.
If you accidentally press it, you can reset it by gently pushing the mechanism around the lens, which moves during shutter charging, along the circumference with your fingernail. It will slowly start to move with a jijijiji sound.
While many classic cameras become inoperable due to self-timer issues, the KONIFLEX is fortunate in that its self-timer mechanism is externally located, making it somewhat manageable even for amateurs (but please do not touch it).

The sample photos were actually taken in September 2010, and the camera has not been used since then. It would be a waste to let it sit unused, so I am listing it as part of my equipment consolidation.

I am currently organizing my KONICA collection.
I have other items listed as well, so please take a look.

As this is a machine over 70 years old, I cannot offer any guarantees.
Please understand and accept the no-claims, no-returns policy.