Is [insert name here] a good Kiev dealer?
There are a few Kiev dealers who the Kievaholic populace generally deems to be trustworthy. The established as reputable dealers include: Kiev Camera (Michael Fourman) and Kiev USA in the United States and Hartblei, Baier Fototechnik and Roskam Optics in Europe. Generally felt to be trustyworthy eBay sellers include: www.russiansouvenirs.com (Frank Spar), cupog, ustas, .nikke (don’t forget the period before his username), Milanz, and Lemiu (who also sells just used equipment with (very?) optimistic ratings, but is generally good about accepting returns). In regards to other sellers on eBay, it is best to do your homework before placing a bid. New Kiev (and Pentacon) sellers pop up all the time. While many will be good to their word, there are still scam artists out there who just want to get your money and run or send you something that is not as advertised. The best advice I can offer here is to check their feedback rating and follow up on some of the links to previously closed items
