Boris,
I've always wanted to play with one of these, but have never seen one for
$40 in any condition. Fedka.com sells them for about $100, with a lens,
and I think he has them all serviced before selling them. To me that seems
like a good deal, since you'd know it works.
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On 3/4/13 9:00 PM, "Willie Wonka" <alienspecimen@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>Brian,
>
>That was my dream camera when I was a little kid, long story...I might
>share it here one day.
>
>There are few things to consider:
>
>First, I wouldn't pay more than $40 for one. If you wait long enough, you
>will find one for $36 shipped in immaculate condition, in the original
>box completed with sales receipt, warranty card and a manual. I have two
>of them: the one I just described and another newer model that bought
>from a list member.
>
>Russian designs are crude and primitive and my rule is to stay away from
>them, but from what I understand, this is a copy of an older German
>camera either Leica or Contax, I don't remember which. It is very
>reliable, especially in sub-zero temperatures. The older one of mine is
>manufactured in 68 and the newer in 81. The former has the lightmeter in
>front and it is still surprizingly accurate. Despite having some plastic
>parts, the latter still feels very substantial. If you want, when I get
>home this weekend I can snap a few pictures and post for you.
>
>You will definitely need the manual for one and only one thing: The film
>loading process is not that intuitive. Luckily, the manuals are all over
>the Internets.
>
>Once again, it would be a nice toy, but I wouldn't spend more than $40
>for it.
>
>Let me know if I could answer something else.
>
>Best
>
>Boris
>
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