[Leica] Leitz Focomat I

[gonzalel at online.de (Leina Gonzalez)]

Hi all,

Am new to this group (as of today), and would like to ask a question 
about the Focomat I that I picked up recently. After quite a bit of 
research I am fairly certain that it is the 1a model (on the enlarger 
itself it says: Leitz Focomat 1) it has a Varob 1:3,5 lens which seems 
(amazingly) to be in pretty good shape; no fungus, scratches, or haze. I 
am curious if I can fit another lens and if the screw thread is 39mm. 
Also, this is my first enlarger and I am curious how I can assess the 
condition of the condenser glass. Sorry for the silly question, but I 
honestly don't know what it should look like. In any case, I have 
replaced the power cord, the other one was in terrible shape. And after 
replacing the very old bulb, found that it works like a charm. I can't 
wait to try it out... In any case the user's manual is nearly impossible 
to find, in German or English so any advice or tips would be greatly 
appreciated. Thanks!