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FED-1 NKVD Early Release Soviet 35mm Leica Copy Camera | Rare Collectible ussr

FED-1 NKVD Early Release Soviet 35mm Leica Copy Camera | Rare Collectible ussr

Артикул: FILMSTAR-CAM-Canon-AE1-1958
320,00CHF Обычная цена
288,00CHFСпеццена
Количество
FED-1 NKVD – Ultra-Rare Soviet 35mm Rangefinder Camera | First Series with NKVD Marking | Collectible Leica Copy from the 1930s
The FED-1 NKVD is not just a camera — it's a historical artifact. This model is one of the very first Soviet Leica copies, produced in Kharkiv, Ukraine, during the early 1930s under the supervision of the NKVD (People's Commissariat for Internal Affairs).
Inspired directly by the German Leica II, the FED-1 became the USSR’s first mass-produced 35mm rangefinder camera. Early models, especially those marked "ФЭД НКВД СССР", are extremely rare and sought after by collectors worldwide for their historical significance, build quality, and iconic design.
This particular unit comes from the first production series, featuring early serial numbering, engraved NKVD markings, and classic brass hardware. It’s a must-have for serious collectors of Soviet-era cameras and Cold War artifacts.
✅ Key Features:
  • Camera Type: 35mm rangefinder camera
  • Lens Mount: M39 Leica Thread Mount (LTM)
  • Lens: Industar-10 50mm f/3.5 collapsible (original FED or uncoated early variant)
  • Focus: Manual focus with rangefinder coupling
  • Shutter Speeds: B, 1/20 to 1/500 sec (early speeds)
  • Shutter Type: Horizontal cloth focal-plane shutter
  • Viewfinder: Separate viewfinder and rangefinder windows
  • Film Advance: Manual knob
  • Flash Sync: None (not included on early models)
  • Power Source: Fully mechanical — no battery
  • Construction: Brass body with black lacquer finish
  • Produced by: FED Factory, Kharkiv, USSR
  • Years of production: ~1934–1937 (1st generation)
🎯 Ideal For:
  • Collectors of rare Soviet and Leica-style cameras
  • Historical photography and Cold War memorabilia collectors
  • Vintage rangefinder camera enthusiasts
  • Museums and photo technology exhibitions
  • Unique investment gifts
⚠️ Condition Notice:
This is an authentic vintage collectible (used) from the 1930s.
✅ Professionally inspected and tested by a specialist
✅ Shutter fires, lens functions, mechanics operate
✅ All original parts preserved where possible
📦 Securely packed with archival-safe materials
🌍 Ships worldwide, including Europe and the USA
📬 Estimated delivery time: 2–4 weeks
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💬 Have questions? Need detailed photos of engravings or serial numbers? Message us — we provide full transparency for historical items.
🎞️ The FED-1 NKVD is not just a vintage camera — it's a piece of photographic and political history, and a true treasure for any serious collection.
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