Fotex akromat Bakelite camera with leather case

• Manufacturer and origin: The Fotex Akromat was a Bakelite camera manufactured by the Finnish plastics factory Sarvis, developed in the 1950s. • Prototype model: This model was the original prototype, which was withdrawn from the market before official release due to fears of licensing disputes. • Rarity: Since the Akromat model was never officially released and production was halted in the early stages, it is rarer than the later simplified Fotex model. • Optics: The camera’s optics were most likely manufactured by an optical shop in Tampere. • Distributed to staff: After production was discontinued, the Akromat prototype units were distributed to Sarvis employees.