EARLY 1956 PRODUCTION Serial Number: 5600316 This camera is from the first year of Moskva-5 production (1956). Based on the generally accepted interpretation of Moskva-5 serial numbers, serial number 5600316 suggests that this camera was produced very early in the 1956 production run. Collector's Note: Early 1956 Moskva-5 cameras with such low serial numbers are rarely encountered, making this an especially interesting example for collectors of Soviet photographic equipment. Identification Numbers Camera: 5600316 Shutter: Moment-24C No. 5819126 Lens: Industar-24 (И-24) 105mm f/3.5 No. 070749 USA SHIPPING NOTE Import duties for U.S. customers are prepaid by the seller. The price you see is the final price you pay. DESCRIPTION Vintage Soviet Moskva-5 6×9 medium format folding rangefinder camera, manufactured in 1956. The camera has been carefully cleaned externally and internally without complete disassembly. MECHANICAL & OPTICAL CONDITION • The shutter fires at all shutter speed settings after cocking. However, by both sound and visual observation, all shutter speeds appear to be approximately the same. • B (Bulb) mode operates correctly. • The aperture operates correctly. • The double-exposure prevention mechanism operates correctly. • The front standard opens smoothly and locks firmly in the shooting position. • The focusing mechanism operates smoothly. • The rangefinder is functional and correctly aligned both horizontally and vertically. • The viewfinder is functional, and the yellow rangefinder patch is visible. • The camera has not been tested with film. COSMETIC CONDITION • Visible cosmetic wear, scuffs, scratches and paint loss are present throughout the camera body. • The top cover has surface scratches and signs of use. • Minor paint loss and light surface rust are present inside the camera body, particularly around the inner frame. Please examine all photographs and videos, as they are part of the description. KNOWN DEFECTS • The rear door may be from…