Kiev serial numbers / yr of production

[ray*j*gun]

I am sure I remember this being discussed but for the life of me I can't find the thread....so sorry about that.

Question: is there a resource to id the year of manufacture of a Kiev based on the serial number of the camera? I know FSU's are not Leicas etc but I would very much like to know when my Kiev was made. The model is a 4AM serial number 8110871...the self timer is half covered with plastic and it has a rewind lever.

Thank you for your help!

 

[Paul T.]

The 81 means it was made in 1981. First two digits on most if not all Kievs and Jupiter lenses denote year of manufacture.

 

[ray*j*gun]

Thanks Paul! I should look at my Jupiters as well.