Carrying case for a Photosniper outfit
Krasnogorsky Zavod
Category
Photographic technology
Date
1983 - 1995
Materials
Metal, Leather
Measurements
165 x 380 x 190 mm
Place of origin
Moscow
Collection
Fox Talbot Museum, Wiltshire
NT 1525596.3.9
Summary
Carrying case for a Photosniper outfit The whole is of metal construction, two moulded parts hinged together and fastened with two clip and spring fasteners. There is a leather/metal carrying strap and a plate on the front "Photosniper" The box is thoughtfully laid out with metal fixtures for each of the components. The lens attaches to the side of the box using the mount which fastens it to the pistol grip. The pistol grip attaches to the base similarly. There are spring clips for the shoulder butt and the film cartridges, The lens filters and lens caps attach to threaded metal plates attached to the top of the box. The previous owner of the Photosniper has covered every surface of the carrying case with Aircraft, Airforce, Navy and AirTattoo stickers.
Provenance
Donated to The Fox Talbot Museum by Mrs Anthony Griffin.
Makers and roles
Krasnogorsky Zavod, manufacturer