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The most effective modification choice is unfortunately the most difficult to do , but once done will give the best and most professional result.

 
Kiev60 lens mount index notch

Cut this new slot into your Kiev60


By cutting a downward ¨D¨ into the otherwise rectangular indexing slot we can get the deepest slot with the least amount of material being removed.
This can be done with the popular and easily sourced ¨Dremel¨ power tool and a suitable engraving bit like this ....





.... and this is what the modification looks like when done - Bewdyfull !


Modified Kiev60 lens mount


With this done the lens will now seat all the way down , the lock ring will turn fully and retain the lens securely.

Easy fix wasn't it ...





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