Are having to free up some space, so are selling my beloved Leitz Focomat 1c enlarger. The enlarger comes with the much sought after Heiland Splitgrade system imported from Germany by the previous owner at great cost, as well as its standard condenser head and Leitz easel. The grey hammertone finish and white baseboard put this as the last version of Focomat 1c.

If you don't know what a Heiland Splitgrade system is, I can tell you it is a real time and paper saver and once used, you will never want to use a standard set up again. Details can be found here:

http://heilandelectronic.de/splitgrade/lang:en

The Leitz Focomat Ic is the Rolls Royce of 35mm enlargers and the Heiland Splitgrade system takes it to a higher level again.

All in good condition and working order. Leitz Focomats do come up on trademe every couple of years (most have been in storage, are missing parts, and are falling apart). I have never seen such a full set up as this with Heiland Splitgrade system - it must be the only one in NZ. A rare opportunity for the Leica enthusiast and anyone who likes Fine Art printing.

WILL ALSO INCLUDE VARIOUS DARKROOM ACCESSORIES TO GET YOU STARTED

• safelight
• tongs
• trays (medium and large)
• some printing paper
• focus finder
• contact printing frame
• drying racks

ALSO INCLUDES The Darkroom Handbook by Michael Langford.

Price is firm (I'm still using this, so are in no great hurry to sell) - it will not be offered to watchers .

Pick up only. Thanks.