Retina Camera's

<p>Hello all,<br>

I just came into a bunch of IIIc and IIIC Retina Camera's along with some a and b models, with a bunch of lenses.<br>

Can anyone tell me today what the IIIc and IIIC units are worth.<br>

I have a couple IIIc units that are mint in the box with the manuals.<br>

Any help would be appreciated. Thank you<br /> Chris</p>

<p>Right now on eBay, people have been asking up to a US$1000, and most often around $250 and up for various Retina models.<br /> <strong>Asking</strong>, not <strong><em>selling</em></strong>. There is very long line of "red", unsold auctions listed in "completed listings". Only Beanie Babies go <em>unsold</em> at a higher rate than Retinas, or so it would seem.</p>

<p>Very few Retinas, and those mostly pre-war and rare models, actually sell for much over $150. Many sell for less than $50, some as low as $15.<br /> Retina IIICs, even in original box, etc., typically sell on eBay from about $40 to $150, depending on the tides, and phase of the moon. Most under a $100. Lots of IIICs listed a higher starting prices got not one single bid. No one except somebody who is really naive about these cameras pays as much as some asked starting bids.</p>

<p>If they work, you might try putting some film in them and use them. They have excellent lenses. I've bought and sold a number of Retinas but my Retina IIIc is one I won't part with; its lens is just outstanding and helps me create wonderful photographs. Just a thought...</p>

<p>The Retina IIIC (big C) is the pick of the litter and usually commands a big price. The IIIc and IIIC are both great cameras.</p>

<p>The IIIc models do have several "versions": 021 (I and II), 028 and 028/N (I don't think you have this one though, but who knows).<br>

You can find some details on the price (completed hammer auctions), manufacture date and model differences at<br>

<a href="http://collectiblend.com/Cameras/search.php?param=retina%20IIIc">http://collectiblend.com/Cameras/search.php?param=retina%20IIIc</a></p>

 

<p>where do i look on the camera to see if i have an 028/N or 021 or 028? </p>

<p>I took my Dad's old Retina IIa into the shop today. It needed work. The shutter cocking/film advance no longer worked; and it needed a CLA, esp. for the fungus on the lens.</p>

<p>Chris,<br>

021 I and II models have two easily distinguished features: different exposure meters. Both I and II marked as IIIc.<br>

028 has a larger center view/rangefinder window than 021. Marked as IIIC.<br>

028/N should have a serial number imprinted on the back of the camera leatherette. There are some fakes were reported though.</p>

<p>I have a IIIC with a number with a number imprinted on the bottom of the leather case. Number 23213 and it says case made for Retina IB IIIC , made in germany<br>

Does this mean anything to the value of the camera?? Would this be an 028/N??</p>