I think I have a Whiteface 2.8f, but cannot confirm.

<p>I have read all of the information and discussions in the forum, but I cannot discern whether or not my camera is a Rolleiflex White Face 2.8F. This is the background information: On eBay, I bought a Rolleiflex 2.8 F in excellent condition. The camera came from the estate of the seller's father. It has <strong>SN: 2.8F 2418788</strong>. The taking lens is a <strong>Zeiss Planar, 1:2.8 f=80 mm, SN: NR 3404905.</strong><br>

Can someone knowledgeable confirm any of this for me. I had placed this camera on eBay for sale and it sold immediately, but the buyer had problems with PayPal and the sale did not go through. Afterwards, I received the information that the camera is a 2.8f White Face and that I should keep it. Can someone help me. <br>

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<p>Look at these photos<br /> It does not look like yours matches?</p>

<p>https://www.google.com/search?q=rolleiflex+white+face&client=pub-7524490690517126&domains=www.rolleiclub.com&hl=en&biw=1920&bih=940&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&sqi=2&ved=0ahUKEwjF_NyijYjPAhVE5WMKHXmEBOgQsAQIPw</p>

Rolleiflex cameras should really be identified by features, not by serial numbers nor by the colour of their face plate.

 

So-called "White Face" cameras are desirable because they are more recent (and so hopefully in better condition) and represent the pinnacle of Rolleiflex TLR development by Franke & Heidecke. Having said that, it's not impossible to fit a "white face" to an older camera, for practical or indeed unscrupulous reasons.

 

"White Face" cameras are easily recognisable - they have a plain white face (older cameras have silver), with smaller writing around the edge of the face. I'm going to attach an image. The camera on the left is not a "White Face" camera, while the one on the right is.<div></div>

<p>Based on your serial # you have one of the very earliest 2.8 f's made in 1960, perhaps 1961. The model is designated as K7F.</p>

<p>Thank you Daniel.</p>

<p>The whiteface also contains the serial number rather than being stamped into the top of the front standard. The late T's and 'Cords share this feature as well. Big identifier is the company name changed to "Rollei Werke". Best wishes</p>