The focusing and aperture rings turn smoothly on the lens. It is also manufactured by the Belomo plant, which is unusual for a Helios 44, as these were predominantly made by KMZ plant.
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I have carefully disassembled and cleaned the lens, ensuring it is free from dust and fungus.
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Lens adapted to Sony E mount. There is no notable dust that would impact the image. No notable visible scratches, potentially minor cleaning scratches which will have no impact on the image. Optics are clean of fungus and haze as far as I can see.
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Nice quality vintage lens! Has been tested and is working smoothly, no issues found Good used condition, no scratches or fungus Lens only, no lens caps included
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No haze No fungus Focus and iris very smooth. Little oil in the iris but not bad at all.
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In good condition M42 screw fit
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In excellent condition and in full working order. Overall looks clean, optics are clean, with No fungus, marks, or scratches, 95% specks free. It has been thoroughly inspected, tested, and is ready to use.
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M42 Helios 44-2 58mm F/2 Lens With exaggerated swirly Bokeh Mod. This legendary Russian lens is a clone of the Carl Zeiss Biotar, and in standard form, is renowned for it's distinctive and attractive image quality and bokeh.
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