Hasselblad EL DATA CAMERA (HEDC) 'Training Camera'

very rare, early authentic for NASA modified 500 EL/M with black anodised finish (original camera, not a replica). It is from the second generation NASA motor-driven cameras for training with astronauts. Along with other modifications the camera mirror was removed to reduce weight. A special large locking mechanism was added in order to change film magazines with bulky space gloves on. Similarly a larger, sturdier shutter release plate was added to the camera and the special reseau plate with matching body number '49' to imprint on taken images. It comes with a special NASA Planar 2.8/80mm no.4865146 with matching black anodised finish with control tabs, also designed for use with space gloves, a silver 70mm magazine no.UI310749 S/N 1013, engraved 'P/N SEF 33101018-301 S/N 1013 HASSELBLAD REFLEX CAMERA FILM MAGAZINE' with typical NASA stickers and inventory numbers, the body engraved 'P/N SEB 33100040- S/N 1049 HASSELBLAD EL DATA CAMERA' - ex Alain Lazzarini collection (included the new book by Alain Lazzarini 'Hasselblad and the Moon')