Hasselblad 500 C/M purchase

[moshe1]

I recently purchased a Hasselblad 500 C/M for $850 from a private

party. The camera body code indicates it's a 1974 model. The film

back code is 1982. The lens is silver, and is possibly older, SN

4203XXX? There are no dings or other marks on the camera, back or

lens except for some minor indications of finish-wear on the

corners. The camera functions perfectly. The previous owner

purchased the camera in 1999 and had it completely serviced (cleaned,

lubricated and tested) for a cost of almost $300. He included the

service invoice from a reputable Portland, Oregon camera repair

facility. He also included a Sun-Dog camera case and manual with the

purchase. Is this an acceptable price for this camera.

 

I had originally considered buying a Kiev, but became reluctant after

reading some posts about mechanical problems. I think I may buy a

Kiev Prism and magnifying hood or perhaps a polaroid back.

[stan_strembicki]

That price is about right, here in St. Louis 500C/M's with old

style chrome 80mm's are going for between $750-$950.00. The

non-T* chrome lenses are the less desirable lenes.

[q.g._de_bakker]

Robert,

 

According to Richard Nordin's excellent book, "The Hasselblad System Compendium", your lens will be from 1966.

[mark_sampson]

That's a fine camera you have, one of thre best ever made.