Minox B Subminiature Spy Camera. With B/C Flash Unit. Complan 1:3.5/15mm. Original Owner’s Manual with original documents and plastic case. No dents, no scratches, no marks. Minox-B is an analogue high-quality subminiature camera that is small enough to fit in the palm of a hand. It was built by Minox in Germany as the successor to the post-war Minox A. For Many years it was the worlds most famous and widely used camera for espionage photography right until the end of the Cold War in the early 1990s. Production started in 1958 and ran to 1969 when it was replaced by the improved Minox C, which never surpassed the popularity of the Minox-B. After World War II, production of the Minox II began in 1948 at a new company, Minox GmbH, in Giessen/Heuchelheim near Wetzlar, West Germany. The new camera very much resembled the original, but was made with a plastic chassis covered by an aluminum shell. This greatly reduced its weight and, to an extent, cost. The camera continued to appeal to a luxury “gadget” market which broadened during the 1950s and early 1960s. It also continued to see use as an espionage camera by both sides during the Cold War. During this time, the Minox company continued to develop the camera, working with Gossen[citation needed] to develop a companion miniature exposure meter, as well as improved models such as the Minox B, which incorporated an even smaller Gossen-designed meter into the camera itself. The Minox B became the most popular and widely produced model of the line. Further developments included autoexposure, and the company developed an extensive line of accessories. These included flash guns, viewfinder attachments, tripod mounts, and copying stands, all increasing the camera utility in a variety of applications. One accessory even allowed the camera to use a pair of binoculars as a telephoto lens. Terms and Conditions of Sale. We sell antiques, collectibles, artwork, and other items that have been previously owned. As a result, there are a number of factors that may affect the condition of an item, such as: the type of item, the materials used to make an item, the age and previous use of the item, the conditions under which the item may have been stored and transported, as well as normal wear and tear. We do our best to carefully inspect each item and accurately state it’s condition in our listings. All stated dimensions are approximate. We will do our best to address your concerns satisfactorily. Multiple Items for Sale, Pictures. However, the item you receive will be the same as described in the listing, both as to appearance and condition.
