German Regula Sprinty Rectamat Camera (King KG, 1960s, West Germany) – Mechanically Functional
For sale is a classic, analog 35mm Regula Sprinty camera equipped with an integrated Rectamat system. The device was manufactured in the 1960s by the renowned West German factory Regula-Werk King KG in Bad Liebenzell. It features the renowned, fast Steinheil München Regula-Cassar 1:2.8/45mm lens. The camera works with standard, readily available 35mm film (type 135).
About Regula-Werk King KG:
The German brand King KG, founded by the King family, became famous in the post-war period for producing exceptionally durable and perfectly designed viewfinder cameras. The Regula series has gained immense popularity in Western Europe thanks to its precision craftsmanship, ergonomics, and exceptional optics supplied by renowned manufacturers such as Steinheil München. [1]
Technical and visual condition:
Mechanical: The camera is in good working order. The winding mechanism works properly, and the shutter responds dynamically to the trigger (clicks). The focus and aperture rings operate smoothly. The device has not been tested with photographic film.
Visual condition: Very good condition, as seen in the attached photo (real photo). The metal elements of the body finish and the black veneer are clean and complete.
Overall dimensions:
Dimensions in the case: approx. 10.5 x 14 x 8 cm (handy, compact size, the camera looks great as a decorative piece on a shelf, desk, or in a collector's display case).
Includes:
Regula Sprinty Rectamat analog camera.
Original, stiff brown leather case with shoulder strap.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBrown, Black, SilverMaterialLeather, MetalNumber of items1Height10 cmWidth14 cmDepth8 cmSigns of usageScratches