A magnificent piece of British cinematic history, this is the Cooke Telekinic Anastigmat 6 inch f/4.5 lens, manufactured by the legendary Taylor, Taylor Hobson Ltd. in England. Cooke lenses are world-renowned for their exceptional optical quality, especially their unique ability to render subjects with a beautiful, naturalistic look known as the Cooke Look.

The Telekinic designation indicates a telephoto design optimized for cinema use, though the 6-inch focal length (150mm) and coverage also make it highly desirable for use on large format cameras or adaptation to modern digital medium format/mirrorless systems.

This lens is a premium optic from the 1940s/50s, representing a significant piece of filmmaking heritage.

Technical Specifications (Cooke Telekinic Anastigmat 6 Inch f/4.5)

• Focal Length: 6 inches (approx 150mm)
• Maximum Aperture: f/4.5
• Lens Mount: Barrel Mount (Custom screw thread, highly adaptable)
• Aperture Range: f/4.5 to f/32 (Inferred)
• Focusing: Manual Focus via the barrel (Distance scale visible in feet)
• Origin: Made by Taylor, Taylor & Hobson Ltd, England
• Year of Production: Circa 1940s–1950s

Condition Report

The lens is in Good (G) working condition but shows significant aesthetic wear on the barrel.

• Optics: The glass elements are clear and bright. We detect no fungus or separation. Minor internal dust and light cleaning marks are present, commensurate with its age, but should not affect image quality.
• Mechanism: The focusing helicoid operates smoothly throughout its range. The aperture ring functions correctly.
• Cosmetic: The aluminum barrel shows heavy surface scratching and scuffing over its length (visible in images), consistent with a professional lens used in the field. Engravings remain clear.
• Inclusions: Includes a large, original metal lens hood/cap.