Vintage 1936 Bolta-Bolavit German Subminiature Spy Camera NEAR MINT CONDITION!!!

Description

Original 1936 First Model Boltavit Sub-Miniature Spy Camera by Bolta-Werk, Germany
I have seen others out there claiming to be the 1936 first model but did not have hinges on both sides and/or had a chrome finish, they were later models (ie: Photavit)
The 1936 Boltavit is a cast-metal camera that takes 24x24mm exposures on un-perforated 35mm film on special Bolta spools. The camera has hinges on both sides and black leather front and back panels. B, 25-100 shutter. 'S' on the shutter face is for "shutter lock". Doppel Objectiv lens which reads on the inside rim 1: 7,7 f = 40mm. Camera measures 3 1/8"x 2 1/8"x 1 1/2", Case measures 3 3/4"x 2 3/4"x 1 5/8".
It belonged to my grandfather, I’ve had it put away since the early 80's.
Camera Condition:
Near Mint Pre-Owned, As Found Condition!!!
Very Rare, Impossible to Find in This Condition!!!
The black enamel finish looks virtually like new, as do the leather panels
.
I am not an expert but all the functions appear to be in good working order. The shutter does stick open 1 out of 5 times but closes when you pull the lever back again, I think lever just needs a little oil. The shutter lock works and the shutter speed selector moves freely. The take up wheel works smooth. The aperture wheel moves through its cycle but is a little bit tight, once again probably needs a little oil. The viewfinder is a little cloudy.
The only place that shows very minimal wear is on the back side of the lens housing and where the shutter speed selector makes contact with the lens housing. It has a roll of film still in it!
Leather Case
Condition:
The leather case needs a little repair on the inside of the lid (glue is separated) and the leather hinge on the back split, which shows in the pictures. Other than that the case is in good shape & leather has a nice patina.
I have done a lot of searching to find one sold in this condition in the last 20+ years and found nothing comparable!!!
I have done nothing to it such as cleaning or restoration, it is totally original!!!
This Boltavit is the closest to mint condition of its type for sale anywhere!!!
Thanks for looking!
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