Nikon 13.5cm (135mm) f/3.5 Nikkor-Q.C Nippon Kogaku Japan Lens for Rangefinder, Chrome Review

The Nikon 135mm f/3.5 Nikkor-Q.C is a vintage rangefinder telephoto lens from Nippon Kogaku's classic era, offered here in excellent used condition. Originally designed for Nikon's S-mount rangefinder cameras from the 1950s and early 1960s, this chrome-barrel lens represents a piece of optical history for collectors and film shooters who work with compatible rangefinder bodies or adapt legacy glass to modern cameras. The 135mm focal length provides a moderate telephoto perspective well-suited to portraiture and compressed compositions.

At this price point, it occupies a niche for those seeking vintage Nikon glass with the Nikkor pedigree. The f/3.5 maximum aperture is typical for lenses of this vintage and focal length, though it limits low-light flexibility compared to modern optics. Condition is a significant factor with legacy lenses, and the excellent grade suggests clean optics and functional mechanics, though potential buyers should verify rangefinder coupling and compatibility with their specific camera system before purchase.