Hasselblad 500 C/M Analogue camera

On auction: an absolute icon in the history of photography and the cornerstone of the Swedish medium-format system: the Hasselblad 500 C/M camera body. This SLR camera adopts the legendary 6x6 cm square format on 120 film and is entirely mechanical, modular, and built to the highest quality standards of Swedish engineering. Celebrated for being the model that accompanied NASA missions into space, the C/M version introduced the essential possibility for the photographer to autonomously replace the focusing screen in a few seconds.

The lot is presented in very good condition, carefully preserved, functioning and complete with its interchangeable film magazine (complete with shutter), original folding waist-level viewfinder, original front body cap, and carrying strap.

Mechanical and Electronics: Tested and perfectly functioning. The fully manual mechanics respond impeccably: the mounting system is smooth, the mirror raises regularly, the rear curtains open and close correctly at the moment of shutter release, and the film magazine coupling mechanism advances without hesitation.

Aesthetics: Overall very good condition as clearly documented by the photographs. The black finish and original external chrome trim are beautifully preserved and retain their original luster. The black leatherette covering is intact, compact, and free of peeling, showing only minimal and imperceptible signs of use for an antique object.

Included accessories: Hasselblad interchangeable film magazine (complete with shutter), original folding waist-level viewfinder, original front body cap, carrying strap.

Tracked international shipping, fully insured and professionally super-protective packaging to ensure maximum safety during transport.