Vintage Kodak Ektar 105mm f/3.7 Lens - Rare Medium Format Glass

Vintage Kodak Ektar 105mm f/3.7 Lens - Rare Medium Format Glass  This is a professional-grade, vintage Kodak Ektar 105mm f/3.7 lens (Serial No. EC2499). Manufactured by the Eastman Kodak Co. in Rochester, N.Y., the Ektar line is legendary among film photographers for its exceptional sharpness, color correction, and Lumenized coating. This specific focal length was often paired with 2x3 miniature speed graphic cameras or used in custom medium format setups.  Fair to Good (Vintage Pre-owned) ​Optics: The front and rear glass elements show significant dust accumulation and some internal haze/cloudiness consistent with age. There appear to be minor surface cleaning marks (scratches) on the front element. ​Barrel/Body: The black enamel finish shows moderate wear and brassing. The silver identification ring is intact with clear, legible engravings. ​Mechanical: Sold as-is. This is the lens cell only; it does not include a shutter or mounting flange. It is ideal for parts, restoration, or custom adaptation to mirrorless digital systems.     517