Canon F-1 Early Model + FD 1,4/50mm S.S.C. Maintained Meter Works Shutter speed measured | Appareil photo argentique

The first-generation Canon F-1 was released in March 1971, with serial numbers starting from the 100000 range.
This unit has the serial number 157644, making it a model that falls close to the early production batch.

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.

Many Canon F-1 bodies have an issue where the shutter curtains do not fully open at the 1/2000-second speed.
As shown in the video below, all shutter speed readings on this camera — including 1/2000 sec — fall within the specified values.

A video demonstrating the shutter speed.
https://youtu.be/PIvfAK6_2Gs

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 slight roughness on the coating of the viewfinder lens. No affect in the shooting.
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 balsam separation.
Some faint cleaning marks are visible on the front element when viewed under strong light. No affect in the shooting.
There is rough in the coating. No affect in the shooting.
There is tiny tiny dusts. No affect in the shooting.

■Includings:
Front cap
Lens filter
Eye cup


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

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