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Topic author: Vlad
Posted on: 20110909200250
Hello All,
I've been contacted quite a few times over the last few years inquiring about how to buy our 2 Year Anniversary FED-2 that was released in limited quantities. Our forum member Colin (urban-wombat) had really made me start thinking about possibility of making another batch.
I wanted to test the waters to see if anyone (and how many people) would be interested in purchasing one if we do a 5 Year special edition.
Last time the camera cost us 115EUR + 30EUR for special box, I am not sure what the prices are going to be now but probably along those lines.
In terms of what it would be, I was maybe thinking late Zorki-1 or late FED-1 with black wood covering and reflective chrome with USSRPhoto.com 5th Anniversary design on top.
Any thoughts, interest, would love to hear it! Please reply if you think you would want one!
Thanks,
Vlad
Replies
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110909222021
I also reached out to the person who made these before to see if it's still feasible to make these if we decide, I'll keep you informed on his reply.
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110909234223
G'day Vlad if this gets under starters orders... Count me IN!...Colin
PS I hope the cameras are the older type of FED or Zorki
Reply author: Guido
Replied on: 20110910005304
Hello Vlad
It would be a good idea to release a new batch of UssrPhoto cameras for the 5 year anniversary. But please let it be a Zorki, a Zorki 1 or even a Zorki 4. I personaly don't like FED's so much ... For the design it would be nice to have an other black one, but with not so much other different colors if it's possible. I will be happy to order one!
Best wishes - Guido
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20110910120825
Good news! Count me too, Vlad!
A should prefer a Fed 1, but a Zorki 1 will be perfect too. Or a Kiev...
Amitiés. Jacques.
PS: in some years, perhaps we will find 3 or 4 year anniversary cameras made by forgers? [:)]
Reply author: Michel
Replied on: 20110910163138
Hi Vlad,
I agree with Jacques. A Kiev should be a nice choice !
[:)][:)]
Sincerly,
Michel.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110910220419
I don't mind Kiev either, I can ask about Kiev as well, but I noticed he never works on them.. Zorki would probably be the his answer but it doesn't hurt to ask.
Vlad
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110910233309
My two cents worth ( and how about that from someone who has only made 13 postings)
One of the older style Zorkie's would be fantastic... Then Kiev would also be very nice ...but WITHOUT that ugly exposure meter.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110911103958
Good news - I've received a response from the person who can make these cameras, he can make them so far we just talked about Zorki-1 cameras. He needs us to provide him with some kind of general drawings, I'll design something soon and post it here for approval. A note about chrome - he is out of shiny silver chrome, but he can do glossy nickel plating, which I think would be pretty cool. I asked him about Kievs, let's see what he says. I wonder if it's even possible to do wood covering on a Kiev...
Vlad
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20110911105557
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110911112410
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20110911113704
HI Vlad
Of course I am ok too...
Camera doesn't matter..
Fred
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110911122051
OK, so far I got following people who want one:
Name - Qty
Vlad - 2
Jacques - 1
Fred - 1
Colin - 1
Ulrich - 1
Guido - 1
Michel - did you want one as well?
Total committed 7 cameras so far. I'm going to keep this open for a few more weeks then we'll get them all together.
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20110911123247
Great idea, Vlad!
Reserve one camera for me please.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110911181151
Vlad As for myself I'm 50% sold on the concept .
The camera and lens type get the tick of approval.
Red lettering Black top and shiny knobs.. excellent..
I'm not sure about the black laminated wood just doesn't fit somehow!
Maybe leather in the same red toning as the lettering.
Colin
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110911193353
I thought black wood would be something different, last camera had a red painted body, so I'd like to do something different. I don't think they do leather on these because it's usually painted vulcanite or the wood. I have a few wood-covered cameras from this guy, they are really good quality and I thought lacquered black wood (piano-like finish) may actually be interesting. I'm open for suggestions though.. We can do dark red wood, is that any better? [:)] Or we can have a choice of wood or painted vulcanite, but then if they're all different it's not as cool [:)]. What do you guys think?
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110911194343
Also the mock up that I did has a very high contrast between body and top colors, I think it'll be pretty close in reality and maybe much glossier on the body, I'll have to discuss it with the maker.
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110911202221
It the wood finish as real wooden veneer? I must take another look at your collection so I can see how they look.
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110911220213
Real wood
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110911234206
Okay 100% sold on the wooden finish. now wasn't that easy!
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20110912023046
Hello guys,
I allow me my "twopence" here [:)].
I find the wooden finish very fine, but it must be in more contrast with the top plate.
The wooden cover must not be black or too dark, it must be brighter (my opinion).
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20110912060132
Hi Vlad
I would like to commit for 2 cameras please...
It's only when I look at your message than I realized I could have 2.....
I was sleeping this week end....[8D]
Fred
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110912193644
Alexander, what do you suggest?
Fred - ok.
Cheers,
Vlad
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20110913110909
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110913183400
Alexander, I guess I'm ok with that as well. I just thought black lacquered finish would look unique.. Let's have people vote on that..
Please reply via voting on our facebook page through link below.
Vlad
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110913183654
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110913202353
Hello Vlad There is no way I will use Facebook..( I Bad experience on that site with some dip-stick) so could I send my choice via email. colin
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: Guido
Replied on: 20110913214026
Hello Vlad
I would prefer a Zorki 1 in chrome finish like this one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160582516404The 2 years anniversary camera had a black top and bottom, so I think it could be a nice idea to change the color this time.
The engravings should be filled with black or red color, not like the example shown on eBay (no filling at all, I have such a chrome Zorki-Zorki from this seller, great item by the way).
The body color with the "Grand Piano Lacquered Black" would look very nice with such a chrome top too.
By the way: Would it be possible to receive the same s/n as the last time?
Best wishes - Guido
Reply author: nightphoto
Replied on: 20110913232940
Hi Vlad,
I agree 100% with Guido! Chrome top and bottom ... engraving filled in with red or black ... same serial numbers as last time ... (and if you remember my "special" order for one camera last time, I would get it again this time, as well as a regular). So if that is the case I would get two. I like the piano black too.
Sorry to all not to write for so long. I have been very busy with so many things!
My best to all, Bill
Regards, Bill
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110914001322
Bill good to see you back! Actually yes I like it a lot! Guido I'm with you we just need consensus. Bill I'll email you offline
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110914015803
High Gloss Chrome trim and the body in Grand Piano Lacquered Black* sounds Absolutely Fabulous!
Will the box be in the same colour ?
And if it also had the pop-out lens ..for myself that really would be the icing on the cake!
Re-series numbers as someone new on the block.. what numbers are vacant?
* Also Chinese 'oops Russian Lacquered Red would be very smart [:)].
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20110914020446
OK, I agree with Guido. Chrome top and bottom with "Grand Piano Lacquered Black" coloured body look very fine too.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20110914041256
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110914160319
Couple of things to keep in mind though:
1. He's out of chrome, so it'll be shiny nickel which is similar but has yellowish tint
2. Piano Glossy Black - I've mentioned and he said it's possible but have not seen any examples of it, so I am not sure if it'll be exact like we want it, I'll need to find out. It maybe black with wood grain, I need to wait for his reply.
3. I think it's fine if people claim the same serial #s they had for 2nd anniversary version, the people who never ordered one will get the rest of the block
Vlad
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110914192650
Guido, your serial # is not in the Wiki entry for 2nd Year camera, if you'd like the same one please let me know what it is and maybe update the wiki if possible.
Thanks,
Vlad
Reply author: Guido
Replied on: 20110914211654
Hello Vlad
<blockquote id="quote"><font size="1" face="MS Trebuchet, Arial, Helvetica" id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"><i>Originally posted by Vlad</i>
<br />Guido, your serial # is not in the Wiki entry for 2nd Year camera, if you'd like the same one please let me know what it is and maybe update the wiki if possible.<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"></font id="quote"></blockquote id="quote">
Done.
Best wishes - Guido
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110916002541
Great thank you Guido!
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20110916073321
I'm a relative newbie here but I'd like one of these, please. :)
Best wishes, Kris.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110916182247
OK, the tally so far is:
Name - Qty
Vlad - 1
Jacques - 1
Fred - 2
Colin - 1
Ulrich - 1
Guido - 1
Kris - 1
Bill - 2
Total cameras: 10
I just got an email from the seller. Apparently Zorki-1 are a lot more expensive than the FED-2 and harder to get so estimated price he gave me per piece is
180EUR which is approx $250USD and the box will probably be additional $50USD. It's a significantly more expensive than the FED-2. We can get Zorki-4 for about 40EUR cheaper I don't know if it's an option because we all have to agree to get that model. If this price changes your decision or qty to order please let me know.
Thanks!
Vlad.
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110916191943
Hello Vlad is the FED 1 the same price as the Zorki 1?...
The Zorki 1 quote: $250 +$50 with postage on top of that it's getting way outside my price range..
so I reckon the FED 2 may be the best deal.
You say "significantly more expensive than the FED-2" any idea of the FED 2 cost? Colin
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: Guido
Replied on: 20110916195915
Hello Vlad
The Zorki 4 would be fine for me, no problem. But I prefer the Zorki 1 option. Or the Zorki 3 ... but this could be a little too expensive! ;->
Best wishes - Guido
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110916202509
I would prefer Zorki-1 as well, I'll just get 1 instead of 2, but if majority want Zorki-4 instead I'll go with majority.
Colin, FED-2 is the same as Zorki-4 - 140EUR. We already did FED-2 last time, so this time the consensus is it's gotta be Zorki-4. He also mentioned with can do Zorki-C for 160EUR, so that's in the middle. FED-1 is the same as Zorki-1 - 180EUR. Zorki-3 is not an option, they're pretty scarce especially in the quantities we need and to tell you the truth I wouldn't dare deface one of those, they're pretty collectible. [:)]. So waiting for feedback and consensus.
Thanks,
Vlad
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110916203711
Okay this may be another daft question.. but I wall ask anyway.
Re-The Zorky 4 will the engraving ( Zorki 4) on the front be removed and replaced with maybe the USSRphoto logo ?
And this is where I get really cheeky ... The Zorki 4 with ... that lovely JUPITER LENS.. now wouldn't that be nice!
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110916204644
Okay I have 'Plan A & B'
Because I'm on an fixed income each month I have X-amount of dollars for spending on cameras.
So if it's the Zorki 4 no problems .. within my monthly budget .. Zorki 1 .. stay away form eBay for a month or so LOL
Whatever the forums choice is re-the model I will go along with that.
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: Guido
Replied on: 20110916204754
Hello Vlad and all the others
After rethinking the Zorki 4 would be a very good choice after all. Maybe the 10th anniversary camera could be a Zorki 1 or a FED 1, we will see. For the design I'm open to any new ideas, but with the Jupiter lens there could be a problem, because of the box, that have to be larger than the older one. Maybe a Industar 50 would be better? Okay, it's not so original and looks not so good ... What do you think?
Best wishes - Guido
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110916210409
<blockquote id="quote"><font size="1" face="MS Trebuchet, Arial, Helvetica" id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"><i>Originally posted by Guido Studer</i>
<br />Hello Vlad and all the others
After rethinking the Zorki 4 but with the Jupiter lens there could be a problem, because of the box, that have to be larger than the older one. Maybe a Industar 50 would be better? Okay, it's not so original and looks not so good ... What do you think?
Best wishes - Guido
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Just had a look at my Zorki 4 with the FED 50 lens.. looks quite nice Colin
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: Guido
Replied on: 20110916212033
Hello Colin
A Zorki with a FED lens?! Oh no, please ... ;-) - The Jupiter 8 would be the right choice, a Industar 50 from KMZ (or an other associated company) could be an alternative. But after all I would prefer the Jupiter 8 and a larger box.
Have a good ... morning? No, afternoon? However, best wishes from Switzerland to the other side of the planet!
Guido
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110916230454
Hello Guido
" A Zorki with a FED lens?! Oh no, please ... ;-) " I just wanted to see how a pop out lens would look ..
" Jupiter 8 and a larger box." that would be my number one choice.
Or
If was the slim-line box.. maybe the lens could be removed and the camera fitted with a body-cap.. but that may be not such a good idea. Colin
From that little town downunder
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110916231737
One question for himself.
Hello Vlad.
If this project gets off the ground.. any chance of a very rough time-line.
i.e when the deposit needs paying?
and ET for the final payment?
I realize that at the moment you may not have any idea ..but I thought why not ask.
Colin
PS I'm sure you think I'm a real pain in the neck..so this is my last question.. I hope..lol
Keep Film Alive!
Reply author: Guido
Replied on: 20110916232511
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110916232839
Zorki-4's that he has only come with either Industar-61 or Industar-50-2 - J-8 is not available unless you buy your own separately somewhere else. I'll go with Zorki-4 if everyone wants it but I do think Zorki-1 will look nicer and classier as a collectibles..
We first need to decide on which camera, and get exact number of people who want one, I want to wait at least another week to give everyone opportunity to see this thread, then once we're ready then the deposits are due directly to the seller/maker. I am not doing this for profit so I'm not involved in any monetary transactions. Final payment is due when cameras are ready which will take a few weeks at the least. Realistically I'm thinking we may have cameras in our hands by the end of the year or early next year since shipping from Russia takes about a month or sometimes 5-6 weeks or so..
Cheers,
Vlad
Reply author: Guido
Replied on: 20110916235431
Hello Vlad
A Zorli 4 with the Industar 50-2 would be fine for me (but if the Industar 50-2 will be in black I think a black top of the Zorki 4 would be a better idea ...). The Industar 61 is often made by FED so it don't fit historicaly I think. Maybe it would be better to not mix too much the producers. And if the camera's top will be black, it's better to choose an other color for the leathering. Maybe dark blue or grey?
The Zorki 1 is a little too expensive for the moment, but I will pay the extra cost if everyone will agree. But the solution with a (black) Zorki 4 is also a very nice variant.
Best wishes - Guido
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20110917005026
Vlad,
and what is about me? Add me please to the list!
I would prefer Zorki-1. I agree, that Zorki-1 looks finer, but I have no problems with other cameras as well, if majority decides for any other camera. My opinion, Zorki-4 with Industar-61 looks not so good as "anniversary" camera.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20110917050536
For me the price for the Zorki 1 would be ok, but if the others prefer the Zorki 4 it is ok for me. But if we take a Zorki 4 the lens should be a Jupiter 8 or a collapsible Industar 50 and NO rigid I-50 (looks ugly on Zorki 4). A Zorki C is not acceptable for me because I don't like it's shape very much :-)
Vlad, what are the prices for a Kiev II(a) or Kiev 4A?
Ulrich
http://fotos.cconin.deReply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20110917075903
Hello!
In fact, I would agree any solution, even a camera covered with (false!)gold, mahogany, crocodile leather or what you want [:D]. Even a Zorki 2C that I don't like. Because it represents the site, all of us, friendship, and a consequent common work. But it is important too not to make it too difficult for Vlad...
So, OK for any anniversary camera even if I should prefer a Fed 1 or a Zorki 1. No box please: not enough room...
Amitiés. Jacques.
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110917082646
I'm 101% with you!
..make it easy for Vlad[:)]
<blockquote id="quote"><font size="1" face="MS Trebuchet, Arial, Helvetica" id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"><i>Originally posted by Jacques M.</i>
<br />
Hello!
In fact, I would agree any solution, even a camera covered with (false!)gold, mahogany, crocodile leather or what you want [:D]. Even a Zorki 2C that I don't like. Because it represents the site, all of us, friendship, and a consequent common work. But it is important too not to make it too difficult for Vlad...
So, OK for any anniversary camera even if I should prefer a Fed 1 or a Zorki 1. No box please: not enough room...
Amitiés. Jacques.
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Reply author: RCCCUK
Replied on: 20110919023410
I've just got back from my hols and have read all the discussion on this forum topic. I am tempted to suggest a Smena-8M with balsa wood finish and lime green lettering. Just joking, in case anyone takes me seriously. Count me in for one camera, whatever is eventually chosen.
David.
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20110919102717
I'm happy to go with the majority on this one. I have a FED2 and a Zorkii 4 already, but I don't mind owning a special one. :)
K.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110919191543
All,
from all the feedback I've read and peoples I emailed with I see that everyone agrees on Zorki-1 and disagrees on styles etc on anything other than. I know it's a little bit more expensive on Zorki-1 but at least we all agree that it'll look the nicest. At this point no one opted out from Zorki-1 so I'm inclined to go with that one. I will let everyone know what the final price is and when the deposits are due.
Please let me know if you're changing your mind or quantities on Zorki-1.
Thanks,
Vlad.
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110919200902
Hi Vlad re the provisional quote
I don't wanna sound like I'm penny pinching ..I was wondering why the quote or the Zorki 1 is so high.
Okay I realise the guy is doing the engraving just for this forum and he needs 10 + cameras this of cause will push the price up.
What has me wondering is why we are talking about 180E .. $US 250 for this camera when he( Moscowphoto) is selling refurbished what looks like the Zorki 1 for $US120 .. less than 1/2 the price.
Yes he is running a business and not a charity ...but he will have guaranted sales of at least ten cameras..I thought the quote wouldn't have been so high.
I may be totally wrong and will end up eating Humble Pie.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Zorki-3opkuu-Cap-Spool-New-/160519717272?pt=Film_Cameras&hash=item255fb88198As much as I would like the Zorki 1 the more I think about it the cheaper one may have been better choice . As I have already stated I will "go with the flow" if the Z1 what the majority of the members want.
Sorry I'm turning into a real pain in the neck.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110919204630
Colin, valid concern I didn't realize those lots were in U.S. Dollars, the question does arise. He did mention that Zorki-q are really hard to get now especially in those quantities. I have been trying to get his phone to call him so lets see if I can clarify.
Vlad
Reply author: nightphoto
Replied on: 20110919234403
I think it sounds a bit too expensive also. If I was ordering 10 or more cameras I would expect a better price. Zorki-1 cameras are being sold on Ebay for $60 - 80 and so the camera buyers in Russia are probably paying about $20 - 25 for them or even less at times.
We could tell "moscowphoto" what we are willing to pay and if he can't do it, maybe some other Russian camera dealer can.
Alternately, once we know exactly what we want and how many pieces will be ordered we can open the job up for bids. We can see whose bid comes in the lowest.
I know that ebay sellers "tiger_antiques" and "confdntart" both make or sell these kind of cameras ... maybe one of them can be less expensive. I have bought from both with good results.
Regards, Bill
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20110920055924
I agree with Colin and Bill.
Moscowphoto is an excellent seller of fantasy cameras: he has now beautiful Fed-Zorkis on eBay (beautiful, even if I will never buy such a camera).
But they are much cheaper than the price he proposes for our anniversary camera.
Does he have an explanation?
Amitiés. Jacques.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110920074622
I agree with everyone. I'll try to find out, he's really slow to respond.
I also moved this topic into members only forum section
Vlad
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20110920154242
If it is moscowphoto that makes our new anniversary cameras I also think that 250 dollras is too much. The link of Colin shows that he can make them less expensive. And they look a bit like the 2 years anniversary camera we already have :-)
Ulrich
http://fotos.cconin.deReply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110920181219
Just FYI, in the last email he wrote regarding Zorki-1 and FED-1 prices:
На первые фэды и зоркие цена выросла, т.к. камер почти не осталось, а те что можно найти.
очень выросло в цене.
The price has increased for first Zorkis and FEDs because there are almost none left and those that I can find went up in price a lot. I can check with other sellers as well..
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110920191439
It sounded like a good idea at the time..but I guess with the way the current economic situation ..and prices going haywire..what would be the best solution?
Go for the high priced cameras anyway.... look into the cheaper one....put the project on hold...do more research, at the moment I think Vlad has done far more than enough, so we shouldn't even think about it!.
If only we had one of those 'Crystal Balls'
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110920203107
Re reading my last posting .. it sounded like I though we should get the Zorki 1 for just $US120.. my point was these refurbished cameras are one of his bread 'n butter lines and of cause the special order price would be higher.. but how much higher?
In my other posting my comment was "I may be totally wrong and will end up eating Humble Pie."
Looking at the facts n figures the second anniversary FED 2 camera sold for $US157.. the average price on ebay for the fed 2 is about $US60 .. so the extra cost for refurbishing and the art-work would have been in the region of $US100
Now looking at the Zorki1 the ebay average price is around the $US80..so for my money about $US180 would be a good starting price not the quoted $US250
Now looking at other ebay stores that referbish cameras .. Moscowphoto has far the best price for the stock item. The more you look at the price other charge the $US250 dosn't sound that high ( still too high for myself)
But I still don't understand have he can sell referbished camers for just $US120
Oh dear DO I have Egg on my Face!!! as well as eating Humble Pie!!!!.....
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110920204018
You have all valid points. If I ever end up getting ahold of it.. he still hadn't replied.. I asked for his phone # this time.
A crazy idea - what if we all send him Zorki-1's for modification?
Vlad
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110922105351
I just got off the phone with the seller and the maker of these cameras. Basically I managed to talk them into $180USD for the Zorki-1 on condition that we don't change the engraving graphic from 2-year model (since they already have the template) except for saying 5 years instead of 2 because making template is very expensive (Bill, I'll have to talk to you separately about your "special" model, it may be a problem according to the maker, or at least will possibly cost significantly more). But he has to find out final price of chrome/nickel first so I have call the maker again directly tomorrow.
He explained the reason the other ones on eBay are much cheaper is because they arrive to seller already pre-made and these will have to be done per order and because of low availability of Zorki-1's which is probably main the reason for much higher price, but I told him, we're willing to spread the process out a few months so he can find some more on a more reasonable pace and ship them out as he makes them to various buyers. This brought the price down significantly.
So are we all on the same page if the cameras are $180USD + $50USD for box(tentatively)?
Thanks,
Vlad
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20110922112617
OK for me, Vlad.[:)]
And thanks for your efforts...
Jacques.
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20110922153559
Sounds good to me. K.
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20110922155641
Vlad,
ok, after his explanations total of 230 US-Dollars would be ok for me. Do you know if the shutter curtains will be replaced? They are often in a bad state on Zorki 1...
Ulrich
http://fotos.cconin.deReply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110922165133
Ulrich,
I would assume so, they fully refurbish the cameras, all the cameras I received from them before were in "Like New" condition.
I just want to mention once again, once we place a deposit, we may not see the actual camera for 3-4 months.
Vlad
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110922181351
Now that sounds really good....I have my deposit ready for sending.... Vlad many thanks for all you have done for this project.
Re-the finish the talk so far has been on the lines of 'chrome and black wood'.. 'chrome and light wood' both sound fine .. but I reckon black enamel and redwood or leather would be fantastic ! Colin
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110922195247
Colin,
I thought we settled on black wood and chrome or nickel top (whatever is available), that was what was discussed on the phone today..
Cheers,
Vlad
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110922204038
Yes Vlad your correct it was settled on black chrome/nickel .. sometimes my brain and fingers arn't in sync LOL.. with the chosen finish I reckon it should look really ace!
Colin
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110922205507
Latest tally
Name - Qty
Vlad - 1
Jacques - 1
Fred - 2
Colin - 1
Ulrich - 1
Guido - 1
Kris - 1
Bill - 2
David - 1
Total: 11
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110924013038
>>>> confirmed <<<< just one for myself.
Colin
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20110924014923
Vlad,
sorry, for the third time: add me please to the list!
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110924112417
My apologies Alexander I missed you somehow! [:)]
Name - Qty
Vlad - 1
Jacques - 1
Fred - 2
Colin - 1
Ulrich - 1
Guido - 1
Kris - 1
Bill - 1
David - 1
Alexander - 1
Total: 11
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20110924120804
Thank you! [:)]
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20110924133612
OK Vlad
I confirm the 2 cameras
Thank you very much!
Fred
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110926185439
Just a small update: talked to maker of these cameras, he's out of country until Oct. 7th. he told me to call him then to finalize the deal.
Regards,
Vlad.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110930175540
Everyone who is ordering a camera: I need to know whether you need a box or not. Please reply.
Also the only thing I'm waiting for is the confirmation on final camera price. The agreed upon price was $180US but contingent upon the confirmation of his cost of chroming it. It may possibly be a little bit more depending on chrome price.. I wouldn't imagine more than $10-$15 though.. If you're ready to order and want to place a deposit, feel free to PayPal $50US deposit to moscowphoto@aport2000.ru, please also indicate whether you need a special box (additional $50 or so) or not.
thanks,
Vlad
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110930175631
If you'd rather like to wait until October 10th or so when I confirm the solid price you can do that too.
Vlad.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110930182859
Reply author: Guido
Replied on: 20110930210821
Hello Vlad
For my s/n 005 I like to have the box. Thank you in advance!
BTW: Why not the s/n like "No. 005/015" or so like the other special made cameras from this source? So it would be clear that it's the 5st camera of 15.
Best wishes - Guido
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20110930221128
Sounds good Guido. Good suggestion but unfortunately you're a day too late, he already has the list of serial #s I sent him and they started making the cameras...
Cheers,
Vlad.
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20110930222554
Hello Vlad.
Firstly many thanks of all that you have done in making this project possible ....
And now for matters financial:
I would like the total package of ....Camera and Display Box.
Once again many thanks....
Colin
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20111001012700
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20111001060115
Hi Vlad!
I don't know wich serial numbers I will get for the 2 models I order!! Could you tell me please?
But for sure I need 2 boxes to match the cameras.
Please tell me when I will have to pay? And also total amount because I don't know if shipping cost is the double for 2 cameras?
Last question...The maker will make a fixed number of cameras. Is there any risk (or opportunity) he makes more cameras in order to sell them on ebay for example? It is just for my information[:)]
Have nice WE
Fred
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20111001093154
Hi Vlad,
I would like have a box too. Thanks.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111001112847
Ok so far:
Name - Qty
Vlad - 1 + BOX
Jacques - 1 - waiting for answer on BOX
Fred - 2 + BOX
Colin - 1 + BOX
Ulrich - 1 + BOX
Guido - 1 + BOX
Kris - 1 - waiting for answer on BOX
Bill - 1 + BOX
David - 1 - - waiting for answer on BOX
Alexander - 1 + BOX
Total: 11
Ulrich, I've already requested same serial # for you as you had before for 2-year camera.
Fred, since you're the only one getting 2 cameras at this point, please contact the seller to get the exact details on shipping costs for you and maybe negotiate them - moscowphoto@aport2000.ru . I would imagine you can pay the deposit of $100 now for the 2 cameras if you'd like. Or you can wait until approximately October 8th when the maker will tell me exact cost of the chrome and final exact prices. Shipping I would guess will be around $25US or so, but don't quote me on that.. [:)]. I'll try to find out.
Thanks,
Vlad
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20111002032540
Without box, please. And if possible 10 for number.
Thanks for all! Jacques.
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20111002132728
Hi Vlad
Ok I send $100 to the seller and ask him for shipping cost.
If possible, I would like to have 007 and 008, do you think it is possible?
Fred
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20111002145104
Hi Vlad,
yes, I'd like a box too.
Many thanks, Kris.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111002171212
Jacques, yes you're on the list for #10.
Fred, #0007 is already spoken for, I can get you 0008 and 0009 if that's ok? Please let me know I'll let the seller know.
Ok so far everyone wants a box except for Jacques, and I'm waiting for an answer from David Tomlinson.
Thanks,
Vlad.
Reply author: RCCCUK
Replied on: 20111003015008
Hi Vlad,
Sorry for the delay in replying, but I have been away. Yes please, I would like a box with my camera. Many thanks for your hard work.
David.
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20111003040223
Hi Vlad
So ok for 008 and 009 except if 004 is still available. In this case it would be 008 and 004!
I have sent $100 to seller with little message...
All the best
Fred
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111003102338
Hi Fred, 0004 and 0008 is fine, I'll let him know.
He just replied regarding shipping: $25US without box and $35US with Box.
Vlad
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111003102425
David, thanks, Now I have complete information about our requirements.
Cheers,
Vlad.
Reply author: Luiz Paracampo
Replied on: 20111004104442
Hey all!
The idea of making an issue of cameras comemorating the USSRPhoto 5 years is very very cool!
I do also feel an agreed 125 dollars per unit a very good price.
Recently I posted new slyled FED5 from Malasya.
Crossing informations ideas and people desire, also calling upon Our future possibilities, I want to say:
1) Congratulations to all people who participate this forum to make it alive!
2) Considering the number of references to this site in a lot of information about Russian cameras, meaning our influence in the international group of "conneisseurs", I suggest to create a commercial logo for the group. -a Trade Mark.
a) I will remind that the present logo imprinted in our 5 year Zorki is somewhat complicated for commercial applications. I will remember the "story" f the first Kwanon (Canon) which logo, the goddess of mercy. was so complicated that halted the camera production cadence.
b) So I suggest a simple one somewhat like Russian factories camera logos like a prism or an arrow which is present in almost all of them.
3) That way I feel there are still a grat market for such cameras, and it is constantly incrasing. Of course may be not so great as in the past, interesting great factories, but still profitable for a small investment.
That way we are open to suggestins.
Regards LP
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111004105410
Hello Luiz!
Great idea! But unfortunately you're a little too late to the game [:)], the cameras are already in production in Moscow. But I think making some kind of unique logo should be interesting. We could use it for any kind of later releases. Maybe we'll aim smaller next time and make a custom Smena 8M or something like that [:)], we could use that there...
Cheers,
Vlad
Reply author: nightphoto
Replied on: 20111004114933
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111004124425
Looks cool Bill! I like it. I think it'll be an issue to add it to the camera at this point because of the price point we supposedly reached with the maker. He said it's pretty expensive to make a new engraving template..
Just as a side note, I'm still a bit confused as to what is going on with the price here with latest communications with Mika (seller), since the maker (Sergey) is out of town and I negotiated price with him, but then the Mika says he knows nothing about it and he only knows the price of 180EUR and not $180US, and told me to wait until Sergey (the maker) comes back from vacation on Oct. 8.. there's an odd email chain going back and forth with him now.. I REALLY REALLY hope that Sergey didn't misunderstand me on the phone, because I did ask 3 times about the $180US and not 180EUR. I will keep you posted, because 180EUR is not acceptable by any means to our group.
Vlad
Reply author: Luiz Paracampo
Replied on: 20111005205456
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20111006102643
Excited too by the idea... for the next time!
I should prefer something abstract, like Bill's proposition. But it is too soon to speak of that.
Congratulation for your 1000th mail, Luiz! Candles and champagne!
Amitiés. Jacques.
PS: I wait for your confirmation, Vlad, before sending anything.
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20111014113552
Hi Vlad,
Any news about Mika, Sergey and our price?
Thanks. Jacques.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111014193518
Hello everyone,
I just today received an email from Mika, who was able to connect with Sergey who returned from his vacation and gave me an update:
The manufacturing of cameras is in progress, they've prepared the wood covered bodies, painted and had lacquered them.
He confirmed the price of $180 per camera.
They are waiting if they can get chrome, if not they will use glossy nickel-plating which I think also looks very good, here's an example:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/FED-2-Stalins-executor-Jubilee-camera-s-n-001-100-/150643638730?pt=UK_Film_Cameras&hash=item23130f81ca#ht_2540wt_1341We have a slight problem with boxes. They have the same type of boxes like before (for 2nd anniversary camera), dark brown with golden button, they cannot find anyone to do black boxes. These boxes are $50 each. He said unfortunately it's either these boxes or no boxes.
I suppose I need to get a recount of how many people still want these boxes since they are not going to be black anymore. Please let me know if YOU DON'T WANT the box when originally said you want one, otherwise I will count you in as per your original reply.
You can go ahead and send your deposits now if you didn't already.
thanks,
Vlad.
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20111014225904
My decision was not easy.. But I have informed Vlad I will be pulling out of the project.
Recently I had a transaction with the ebay store that will be supplier of the 'Five Year Camera'. I must start by saying although the eBay store did go out of it's way in addressing my complaint .. I feel the camera I paid for still wasn't 100% as advertised.. Many people will say I'm being just bloody minded and difficult .. I guess I am . but I have that old fashion belief . "you should get what you pay for" although the issue has been resolved manly because the correspondents where just going round in circles and I had just had enough ..I did say I would over-look problems/defects.. but ask one simple request of seller supply.. He came back with a counter offer.. although I have accepted this ..the camera is still not as advertised.
I must I have no ill feeling towards the seller and wish him and all those who take part in this venture the best of luck..I'm sure with the weight of this forum behind the members everyone will get a grand camera..and I guess I will be the one who louses out..Oh well che sara sara.
Colin
PS one day I may purchase from the store.. but haven't a clue when.
Reply author: RCCCUK
Replied on: 20111015020602
Hi Vlad,
Thanks for the latest update. I confirm that I would still like to order the camera, but I will NOT require the box. I will send my deposit as requested.
David.
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20111015022803
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111015093624
Thank you David and Ulrich for your replies. I was also thinking and decided not to get a box. What do you guys think if we cancel the boxes and find possibly an alternative source for them? I would really like them to match the camera body as well... Any thoughts? I can do some research to see if anyone can manufacture them here in the USA..
Thanks,
Vlad
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20111015102729
I'm indifferent on the subject of the boxes. If you decide to cancel them and look elsewhere that is fine by me.
I'll send off the deposit soonish.
K.
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20111015103002
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111015104138
Yea me neither, luckily it's not our camera [:D]
Reply author: nightphoto
Replied on: 20111015105455
Vlad,
No box for me either.
Regards, Bill
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111015162058
Ok thanks. Let me ask it this way then - who STILL wants that brown box?
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20111016025523
Vlad,
NO box for me as well. Thanks.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111016155041
I think I found someone local to manufacture those black wooden boxes with engraved tag, let me make one for myself, and I'll post it here and if anyone wants them I can make those for them and ship them out. It shouldn't be more $50 price tag or so, hopefully less..
The box itself would look something like that, it may be 4x6 inside so the camera will be a little bit loose vertically but should fit, I'll know more once I have it my in my hands. I will have custom-made plaques made to put in the lower right corner with engraving "USSRPhoto.com 5 Years".
http://www.ussrphoto.com/UserContent/16102011_blackbox.jpg
http://www.ussrphoto.com/UserContent/16102011_blackbox.jpgThe only thing is it's not going to have a lock like the other one did.
Vlad
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111016155420
I'm still waiting on Guido and Fred whether they need boxes, if they don't I will just cancel all of them.
Just to get an approximate count, who would be interested in the proper box like I described? [:)].
Thanks,
Vlad.
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20111017040512
Hi Vlad
The new box you have found is ok for me.
About the previous box, if I am the only one who stands with box, I will follow the members and take no box. It does not matter, so do as well as you think!!!
Fred
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20111017073512
Hi Vlad,
Always no box for me (even if it looks pretty): no space...
Amitiés. Jacques.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111017192125
If that's ok with everyone I'll just cancel all the boxes. If the thing I'm trying locally works out whoever wants one can order it from me, if not I'll try to find them elsewhere..
Thanks,
Vlad.
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20111019130215
Seems like a good idea. K.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111105172907
A small update: the work is still in progress, 5 cameras are being sent to chroming, still waiting on 5 more bodies..
Vlad
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111105173232
Regarding boxes, I've only been able to find one black wooden box that meets our requirement, but it has no lock and the quality of wood is not as good as for the 2nd year anniversary camera but it doesn't look too bad. I'm working with engravers now to locate the right metal plaque to attach to it. Will show final result once it's ready, will make them per order if you guys like them.. The cost of it comes out pretty much at $50US, box itself is $30, tag and engraving they're charging me another $20...
Vlad
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111205124024
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20111205150055
Looking good!
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20111205153406
Seems beautiful!
Thanks, Vlad.
Jacques.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111205195618
All, I've got an email today that the cameras for following people are ready to ship. For the members listed below please pay the remainder of the balance to Mika moscowphoto@aport2000.ru, which would be $155US if you paid $50 deposit. $180+$25 shipping. As you can see the cameras seemed to have came out really nice! I'm very happy.
#002 - Bill Parkinson
#003 - David Tomlinson
#005 - Guido Studer
The rest of the cameras are in production as I stated in the beginning it takes some time to acquire so many Zorkis.
<b>There will also be 5 Zorki-S anniversary cameras #011-015 which will be sold on eBay. I will make a post here if anyone is interested in those they can buy them from there. Pictures of these Zorki-S are below:</b>
Thanks,
Vlad.
http://www.ussrphoto.com/UserContent/5122011_DSC00149.JPG
http://www.ussrphoto.com/UserContent/5122011_DSC00149.JPGReply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20111206033628
Vlad,
thank for the beautiful previews.
Was it necessary to prepay for the camera? I didn't do it, but I think it is not a problem to pay the whole sum after the camera is finished. Could you already tell me my s/n [:)]?
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20111206045752
The cameras look fabulous. I really regret having to pull out of this project. But I also feel one should stand by their convictions. Being in the situation dealing with the seller and not reviving the goods as described, I just couldn't justify any further dealing with this company . Some of you may say the problem was so minor I should not a have worried about it. I must admit the seller try and rectify the situation by sending some photographic extras ( of not very good quality ) But he could not address my main request, and I'm sure it would have been so easy. I paid for a limited edition camera with engraved lens cap The camera arrived with a plastic cap plus several other minor issues that I was willing to overlook. All I wanted was the lens cap I had paid for or if it could not be found another one could be engraved , I'm sure that would have been so easy.. Not so! .. the best he could do was send a plane metal one and a few trinkets ( filters ).
Anyway that's my story ..as I say the forums cameras look fantastic..and you are all very lucky.
Colin
PS re the lens cap.. I purchase Russian hat pin badge of the event my camera was commemorating
..and stuck in on with super glue.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111206095558
Alexander, you camera is #009 and is currently is production already at the factory and should be ready within couple of weeks. I would strongly advise you to send the $50 deposit to ensure that it's reserved for you.
Thanks,
Vlad
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20111206141432
Vlad,
I have just sent a deposit of $50,- to moscowphoto@aport2000.ru for the camera #009.
I hope it is not to late.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111206143832
I think you should be fine. :)
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111206144214
Colin for some reason I feel very bad for you. There are still the Zorki-S's [;)]
Reply author: urban-wombat
Replied on: 20111206174710
Vlad don't feel bad..it really is my loss Colin
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20111207112038
Opps. I forgot to pay the deposit. I now have. :) Best wishes, K.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111227095507
I received my anniversary camera already, I am really impressed by the quality of work! It's beautiful! I think you guys are going to like it [:D]
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20111227135622
Vlad, congratulation!
Do you have any information about the other cameras?
I would like to be impressed as well [:)].
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20111227140504
Hi Alexander,
Yes, as far as I know the last batch of 5 cameras went into production about 2 weeks ago, I am anticipating them to be done and ready for shipment very soon.
Cheers,
Vlad
Reply author: nightphoto
Replied on: 20111227164422
Hi Vlad,
I got mine too! Very nice and thanks for making it possible, Vlad!
Happy New Year to All!
Regards, Bill
Reply author: RCCCUK
Replied on: 20111228020549
Hi Vlad,
Mine has also arrived. A great Christmas present to add to my collection.
Wishing you and all other Forum readers a very Happy New Year.
David.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120101182054
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120101183452
Oh no! I think I spoke too soon, I just called the shop where I bought the black box a month ago, they are sold out and it's been discontinued! Damn! OK, I'm going to keep looking for a replacement box, but if you think you can find a black box locally I'll be glad to ship you the already engraved tag with adhesive on it for $25. I apologize, I guess while I was waiting for these engraveable plates these boxes disappeared. [:(][:(][:(]
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20120130113917
Hi Vlad,
No news about the other cameras?
Thanks. Et amitiés!
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120130120417
Hi Jacques,
I think someone asked him 2 weeks ago (may have been Ulrich) and he replied that he needed 2 more weeks. So it should be around time to get them, I'll email him to ask tonight.
Cheers,
Vlad.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120131085451
I've spoken with Mika, he said he hasn't yet heard from the guy who's making these and thinks it's probably another 2-3 weeks. Don't worry you will get the cameras, it's just as I said before they really take their time on these because it's all handmade work.
Cheers,
Vlad.
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20120131093608
OK. Thanks, Vlad.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120304092428
Good news for everyone still waiting on a USSRPhoto.com 5 Year camera! I just received news that the last batch of them is finally done and will start shipping next week! Next week I will post which serial #s are about to ship and the owner will need to pay the remainder of the sum.
Cheers,
Vlad.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120305091240
Remainder of cameras are ready to ship out this Friday. Owners of 006, 007, 008, 009, 010 please pay the outstanding balance in order for your camera to ship. If you are not sure of the serial # you are getting please let me know I will look it up tonight.
Thanks,
Vlad.
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20120305152821
Hi Vlad
I don't remember if I have 004 and 008 or 007 and 008. maybe it is 007 and 008 as you told me.
For shipping cost, the last email I received says $25, but not sure it is for one or 2 cameras???
I have sent $100. So please could you tell me the amount I have to pay?
Thank's a lot!
Fred
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20120305153508
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20120305165659
Vlad,
thank you for information. I have already contacted the seller (my camera is 009) and hope to get the camera till the end of March.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120305180820
Ok, so here the list of the people whose cameras are ready:
0006 - Ulrich W
0007 - Fred L
0008 - Fred L
0009 - Alexander K
0010 - Jacques M
Each camera is $180US + $25US Shipping, so please pay that minus your original deposit.
cheers,
Vlad.
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20120306012314
Oh dear, mine is still not ready then. :(
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20120306045632
Thanks, Vlad.
I will pay it tomorrow.
Kriss: you <b>will</b> have it![;)]
Amitiés. Jacques.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120306092451
Wait Kris, what number what yours???!
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20120306113357
Hi.
Just been through the entire thread and although I am listed all along and have paid my deposit I don't ever seem to have been assigned a serial number. :(
Kris.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120306131707
Kris, I will check my notes tonight and let you know,
Thanks,
Vlad.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120306191210
Kris, I looked it up, yours supposed to be 004, I will check with Mika to see what happened with it. Really odd. Sorry for the inconvenience. I'll let you know ASAP.
Thanks,
Vlad
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20120307042601
As I didn't know mine was ready I hadn't paid the difference. Hopefully he has held on to it. Once I know it is ready I pay the rest.
Thanks, Kris.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120307085917
Kris I sent you direct email.
Vlad
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120312141129
Got a message from Mika. The following cameras have been shipped:
008 Kris RA213107774RU
010 Jacques RA213200434RU
006 Ulrich RA213198316RU
He is still waiting on payment for the other 2.
Cheers,
Vlad.
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20120313133014
Vlad,
I paid for the camera (009) on the 2012.03.11 (13:07:07 PDT) and hope, that Mika has already got my paiment as well.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20120313172803
I have paid mine too... (007)
So we just have to wait...
Fred
Reply author: Jo Lund
Replied on: 20120314134015
Hi Vlad,
For someone who is rather new to this all, I just agree with the suggestions mentioned above. And I would like to have one too.
Jo
HM
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120314140942
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20120319131923
My camera arrived today. It's lovely. I'm looking forward to running a roll of film through it. Thanks to everyone who made it possible.
Kris.
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20120320124529
Mine too is here. Beautiful and perfectly working, as it seems.
It's now next to the 2 year anniversary camera. No doubt they will have descendants...
Amitiés. Jacques.
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20120320173158
It's too funny....
I have paid on march 12th
No News about payment
And no news about shipment...
Maybe one day...
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20120320173647
Fred,
same here... I have paid on March 5th, until yesterday I could track the number on russian post web site (last state was from March 12th), today I can not track it anymore... I hope it arrives some day.
Ulrich
http://fotos.cconin.deReply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120320175254
All, just a few hours ago I got an email from Mika. He apologizes for delays, he said the remaining two cameras were shipped on Saturday, he did not send me the tracking #s on those, Ulrich, I think you'll receive yours soon if it's not in the Russian system anymore. usually when that happens with me, I am able to track it from that point in United States post office web site.. check German post office site maybe you can resume tracking from there...
Cheers,
Vlad.
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20120320180113
You were lucky Ulrich , because you could track it....[8D][8D]
I did not track anything because I had no confirmation of payment and shipment[:D][:D]
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120320194600
I asked for the tracking #s, maybe he'll reply... in a week or so [;)]
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20120321052418
Vlad,
thanks. Today it is trackable again on russian post site , but no changes from March 12 on.
Ulrich
http://fotos.cconin.deReply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20120321151831
Hello Vlad
As you say, may be..
I previously wanted 2 cameras....
Maybe be I will get none??
Don't worry it is just French humor[:D][:D]
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120321160752
[:D]. I got your tracking numbers:
Fred RA213265735RU
Alexander RA213198695RU
Cheers,
Vlad.
Reply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20120321173315
Thank you very much Vlad
I will tell you when I'll receive the camera!
Fred
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20120324041053
Hmmm, 2 weeks since he shipped it, no news :-( It's not trackable on russian site and not on any german parcel sites.... Seems that it is lost in nowhere.
Ulrich
http://fotos.cconin.deReply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20120324044112
Ulrich,
two weeks from Russia to Germany is nothing. It can take about 3 weeks to arrive here and if it goes via customs, about 3-4 weeks.
I am waiting for my too.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: uwittehh
Replied on: 20120324050018
Well, what should I say... 30 minutes after writing my post the bell rings and the postman gives me a packet from russia :-))))
It looks stunning and works like new. I am really amazed :-)
Alexander: It does not go thru the customs ("Von zollamtlicher Behandlung befreit"). I think it lays there in Frankfurt some days before they forward it to me...
Ulrich
http://fotos.cconin.deReply author: Fred_L
Replied on: 20120324070653
Mine arrived this morning too...
It is perfect excepting the inside of shutter button wich is not totaly chromed..We can see it is a little bit gold...
Camera is working well... no problem.
Fred
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20120330102644
Can anyone recommend a case for the anniversary camera? Not having lugs for a strap makes me a bit nervous carrying it about and using it, especially as my fingers aren't tuned to exactly where to go, yet! A half case with a neck strap would be ideal.
Also, is there some trick to removing the lens? I haven't really tried yet, but I don't want to damage it.
Thanks, Kris.
Reply author: Jacques M.
Replied on: 20120330110944
Hi Kris,
About the case, any of the bags for Zorki 1 and Fed 1 can fit... I have made a "special" half case for my Fed in use by unstitching the front part.
For the lens, you just have to unscrew.
Amitiés. Jacques.
Reply author: womble
Replied on: 20120330135042
Thanks Jacques, I'll try and pick up a FED/Zorki 1 case
Best wishes, Kris.
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20120421044643
Hello Vlad,
about 5 weeks are already gone, but the camera has not arrived yet. I instructed the DHL last Sa. to find the package with the given tracking number, but have not got any answer yet. Could you please contact Mika and ask him when and on what address was the camera sent?
That would be very pity if the camera is lost.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120422101633
Hi Alexander, I'm sorry to hear that! I sent him and email asking that.
Thanks,
Vlad.
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120423090148
Hi Alexander,
Mika sent me the link for tracking and the tracking # for your camera. He said if you didn't ask him to send to different address it was sent to address on your PayPal account. We tracked the camera passing through Russian customs and entering Germany. He said in his experience German customs often delays the incoming packages, he said you should try calling German post office/custom with your tracking #RA213198695RU because the package is not in Russia anymore. I hope that helps.
Thanks!
Vlad.
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20120425145424
Hi Vlad,
I have got today a message from customs (!!!), that I have to pick it up and pay some customs fee [:(] for it.
I hope to get it tomorrow.
Regards, Alexander
Reply author: Vlad
Replied on: 20120425173402
Hi Alexander, well I am glad at least they didn't lose it! Sorry you had to go through all the trouble!
Vlad
Reply author: AlexanderK
Replied on: 20120430061826
I have got the camera! Very nice!
Regards, Alexander
