Hasselblad Lunar Surface SWC
Startpreis
20.000 €
Gebote: 0
30.000 – 34.000 €
Versandnformation
In the spring of 1967, the close collaboration between NASA and Hasselblad led to the development of a camera intended for lunar surface photography. The result was a specially modified SWC, equipped with a large frame finder, reinforced shutter mechanism, enlarged release button, oversized film winder, magazine catch, and a lightweight film magazine adapted to accommodate 200 exposures of 70mm perforated film.
Despite these sophisticated modifications, the lunar SWC project was ultimately abandoned. Following astronauts’ feedback, NASA selected the motorized Hasselblad 500 EL, which proved easier to operate on the Moon’s surface, where bulky space suits significantly restricted movement.
Only approximately 25 SWC Lunar Surface cameras were produced, making surviving examples exceptionally rare.
The offered camera is preserved in excellent condition and good working order. It is fitted with a Biogon 4.5/38mm lens, no.4165562, and accompanied by the special ultra-light 70mm Lunar Mission magazine no.TU400060 (NASA designation P/N SEB 33100082 – S/N 020).
A rare and historically significant piece from the pioneering era of manned space exploration.