The first-generation Canon F-1 was released in March 1971, with serial numbers starting from the 100000 range. This particular F-1, with serial number 132554, belongs to one of the earliest production batches from 1971. Both the camera and the lens were professionally disassembled and serviced by a technician. Most classic cameras exported from Japan are not properly maintained. It is quite rare to find a camera that has been thoroughly serviced, including accurate shutter speed measurement. The following maintenance work has been carried out: Disassembly cleaning of the Focusing Screen and lens. Adjustment and calibration of the shutter speed. A video demonstrating the shutter speed. https://youtu.be/Kr7IqFkVtR4 Maintenance performed by: Hideki Tada Instagram: @obsessed_with_camera_repair https://www.instagram.com/obsessed_with_camera_repair/ ■GRADE: Very good ■Appearance of the item: Good. Some scuffs and signs of use. (Not terrible). Please check photos. ■Functional: It works properly. The shutter works properly from low speed to high speed. The timer works well. There is no problem in the operation. Everything is working perfectly. Focus ring move just right smoothly. Aperture blades are clean and move properly. ■Optical system: Body There is no fungus. There is no haze. There is no scratch. There is no balsam separation. There is some age-related deterioration on the focusing screen. No affect in the shooting. There is tiny tiny dusts. No affect in the shooting. Lens There is no fungus. There is no haze. There is no scratch. There is no balsam separation. There is rough in the coating. No affect in the shooting. There is tiny tiny dusts. No affect in the shooting. ■Includings: Front cap Eye cup Canon F-1 Ever Ready Case Since the item will be shipped from Japan, customs duties may apply upon arrival. For more details, please refer to the following link: https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/fees/do-i-have-to-pay-customs-fees • Packaging: Carefully and neatly packed. • Shipping: Within 3 business days Track & Trace: Yes Search tags / terms: Canon F-1, Canon F1, First model, 1971, Vintage Canon, 35mm SLR, Mechanical SLR, FD mount, Japan camera, Classic camera, Collectible, Canon F-1 early model, Canon F series