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SALUT-S Arax Cla (Kiev-88 Hasselblad) 6x6 SLR 120 Vega 12 Medium Format Full Kit The description of this item has been automatically translated. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. Russian medium format 6х6 Salut-S  camera ( USSR) (like Kiev-88 or Hasselblad) Customized with Soviet Red Army symbols Including original passport from the factory where serial numbers are entered. Such a kit is extremely rare. The camera body was recently maintained (CLA = clean, lubricated, adjusted). The camera body has been tested for function by a specialist. All mechanical parts work perfectly. Manufacturer:  Arsenalwerk ARSAT (Kiev, USSR)  Manufactured: 1972-1980  Number: ± 30.000 pieces Delivery: Medium format camera Salut-S Lens Vega-12 2.8 90mm Two camera magazines Waist Finder Lens hood Two light filters Original leather case Original instructions/passport Unlike the later KIEV models with brass gears, the SALUT cameras had one made of steel. This is much more stable and durable. Salyut-S (or Salut-S = Салют-C) is a medium format SLR film system camera, manufactured by Arsenal factory, in Kiev, Ukraine, former USSR and produced between 1972-1980, amount about 30.000 . First models of Salyut were probably the near copies of Hasselblad 1000F or 1600F. Salyut-S is the very modified model of the first Salyut, and a modified lens mount which has the same thread and adds to the known shutter adjustment piston. This allows complete automation of the lenses and the use of extension tubes and a teleconverter. The Salyut / Kiev 88 models are sometimes affectionately called "Hasselbladski" because of their resemblance to a Hasselblad. The Salut was the first attempt of the Soviet camera industry to produce a sophisticated medium format camera. It was probably a copy of the Hasselblad 1600. The Soviets claimed that both the Hasselblad and Salut came from a Nazi prototype, but none of these alleged predecessors were ever seen, so this origin is doubtful. These cameras were very expensive with 400 rubles, which corresponded to the average Soviet citizen a salary of 6 months. This means that the production was very limited and  these cameras are rare. Lens "Vega-12B" 2,80 / 90 mm Type / Format:   Universal, Features: Iris portrait lens with the effect of spin colorful bokeh background Mounting: bayonet V Production year / Country: 1976, USSR Manufacturer: "Arsenal" ARSAT Appearance / Condition: Micro-scratches on the optic, no mould on the lens, little dust in the optical block. The diaphragm works, no oil. Focal length: 90 mm _____________________________________ See my other items to save shipping costs. This is a used item and may have traces of usage. Questions have to be asked before the bid. All information in the listing are not binding and without guarantee. Errors, misprints and prior sale expressly reserved. If you have any issues with your purchase please contact me before leaving a feedback. I value my customers and all problems can be solved. Purchasing old equipment please make sure it is compatible with your new cameras, lenses etc. you are going to use it with.  Usual shipping time (with tracking) to EU 7-15 days, USA and Canada   9-25 days, other world   12-35 days. In very rare cases it may be due to customs issues or holiday delays. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. Return Policy  If you are not satisfied for any reason with any item you have purchased, you can return it within 14 days after receiving it.  Please, make sure the item is packed and shipped it in the same condition you have received it.  Full refund will be issued after I receive the item back. Buyers have to pay for the return shipping, except for receiving wrong or defective items. In those cases I will cover your shipping expenses (applied only for economy international shipping services) If you received wrong or defective item, you will be eligible for discount next time you buy anything from my store! Just message to remind me! Please, do not leave a negative or neutral feedback for that. If you received wrong or defective item, you will be eligible for discount next time you buy anything from my store! Just message to remind me! Please, do not leave a negative or neutral feedback for that.