A Schneider telephoto for the Edixa system — a vintage German lens of limited practical use.
The Schneider Edixa Tele Xenar 135mm f/4 is a telephoto prime from Schneider-Kreuznach produced for the Wirgin Edixa camera system, a West German SLR range from the 1950s–1960s. The Xenar designation indicates Schneider's standard optical formula, and Tele Xenar specifies the telephoto configuration.
The lens delivers 135mm at f/4 maximum aperture with Edixa bayonet mount coupling, manual focus and aperture operation, and the optical quality typical of Schneider's manufacturing standards. The Edixa bayonet was proprietary to Wirgin's camera range.
The Wirgin Edixa system was a serious competitor in the German consumer SLR market of the late 1950s before the dominance of Japanese manufacturers. Schneider-Kreuznach lenses for the Edixa system represent high-quality German optical manufacturing of the period. These are primarily collector items today.
Check aperture blade operation and inspect elements for haze or fungal spotting common in lenses of this vintage. Verify Edixa bayonet coupling. Focus ring should operate smoothly. Collector value depends on cosmetic condition and optical clarity. Adaptation to modern cameras requires an Edixa-bayonet adapter, which is rare.