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In 1937, Swiss watch and clock manufacturer Jaeger Le Coultre designed the “Compass”, a compact 35mm rangefinder camera from 1937. In true Swiss fashion, it had the full suite of Swiss army flip-out tools. Back in 1937, this camera was quite affordable at £30 compared to £125 for a Leica III. Today, this collector’s item sells for $1,800-2,200.

In 1937, Swiss watch and clock manufacturer Jaeger Le Coultre designed the “Compass”, a compact 35mm rangefinder camera from 1937.

In true Swiss fashion, it had the full suite of Swiss army flip-out tools.

Tools in the Jaeger Le Coultre "Compass"

Back in 1937, this camera was quite affordable at £30 compared to £125 for a Leica III. Today, this collector’s item sells for $1,800-2,200.

11/20/08 at 2:57pm
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    I WANT ONE OF THESE!
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    I’d love to play with one...see how it operates. However, I won’t be putting that kind of...
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    In 1937, Swiss watch and clock manufacturer Jaeger Le Coultre designed the “Compass”, a compact 35mm rangefinder camera...
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    die for. Junesix Media, you have the most spectacular finds.
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    Ebay just sold one for $5,500…
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