Where to purchase a R-D1/R-D1s

[photobizzz]

I really am limitied by my lack of ability to develop film here in Iraq, I can get CN film developed here but they almost always scratch my negs so I have resorted to waiting for the film to come out of the minilab and taking it from them in one long roll and cutting it myself in my room to avoid scratches. I have a small hanging file box I use with archival neg protectors and hanging spines, etc, etc. Pain in the arse really.

Anyway this has led me to look into a R-D1. Although it is only 6MP vs. my Pentax K10D which is 10MP I think it will be fine for my RF uses and I plan on keeping a film RF body.

My question or inquiry is basically what website has R-D1's at a fair price used? I have not had alot of luck when searching on the net. I see the ones on the auction site for around $2000, matsuistore and a few others but would like to pay around $1300 or so as I have seen them go for that here on RFF.

I also have a WTT ad here for a R-D1 if anyone is interested but dont hold much hope as I have not had alot of luck with the WTT ads so I may end up selling my Leica CL & 40 M-Rokkor and my Canon VT deluxe and 50/1.2 to fund the R-D1.

Thanks for any help with a good source for one of these.

 

[kshapero]

For now it appears that getting an RD-1(s) for $1300 is not happening. The average lately is $1700 and higher. Best of luck and thank you for your service. Come home safely.

 

[Roberto]

For now it appears that getting an RD-1(s) for $1300 is not happening. The average lately is $1700 and higher. Best of luck and thank you for your service. Come home safely.

...and soon!