Angenieux Type Y2 3.5/135mm Rectaflex BOXED

Angenieux Type Y2 3.5/135mm Rectaflex – BOXED / rare telephoto lens in original case

The Angenieux Type Y2 3.5/135mm is a rare and beautifully crafted telephoto lens designed specifically for Rectaflex SLR cameras. Manufactured by Pierre Angénieux in France, it represents the pinnacle of mid-century optical craftsmanship and precision. This example is especially desirable as it comes in its original brown/burgundy Rectaflex box, making it a true collector’s gem.

Key Features & Functions

• Angenieux Type Y2 3.5/135mm – original Rectaflex mount version
• French high-quality telephoto lens with excellent sharpness and rich color rendering
• Durable metal construction with smooth manual focus and aperture
• f/3.5 maximum aperture – ideal for portrait and telephoto work
• Rare collector’s version complete with original Rectaflex box (brown/burgundy)

Condition

• Good used condition with minor cosmetic wear
• Light scratches on barrel, filter thread slightly bent
• Optics very clean, with tiny cleaning marks and minor dust, no effect on image quality
• Fully functional focus and aperture mechanisms
• Well-preserved and rare collectible

Scope of Delivery

• Angenieux Type Y2 3.5/135mm lens (Rectaflex mount)
• Original Rectaflex brown/burgundy box
• Scope of delivery as shown in the pictures.

Conclusion

The Angenieux Type Y2 3.5/135mm Rectaflex BOXED is a stunning and rare piece of photographic history. Its combination of French optical excellence, Italian SLR heritage, and original presentation box makes it an outstanding collector’s item — a perfect example of postwar precision engineering and timeless design.