Contax 137 MD Quartz and a lizard.

Chris and Carol

Not a lizard per se, but ‘lizard skin.’ I don’t usually collect cameras covered with anything but factory-applied black leatherette, but I fell hard for this beautiful model from Contax.

Contax 50th Anniversary model (1932-1982).
The 137-MD Quartz is a compact camera, even with its built-in motor drive (which is more like a power winder).
I love the simple, clean lines, and the unique lizard skins set it off.
1980 advertisement.

If you’re looking for a unique camera to add to your collection, this model of the Contax 137-MD Quartz is worth the chase. Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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2 thoughts on “Contax 137 MD Quartz and a lizard.”

  1. Gorgeous camera. I am slimming down my collection of cameras. I have always been intrigued by Contax SLR’s. I am going to stick with Nikon because of interchange with digital cameras. And I am keeping my Spotmatic, love the Takumar lenses!

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  2. Thanks! I should be doing the same but my compulsion to look for another gem to collect overpowers me. lol

    Same here, I have my Asahi Pentax H2 that I love. There is something about the very early APs that I like.

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