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Leica IIIa + leitz Elmar 5cm /3.5 Analogue camera
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€ 341
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Leica IIIa + leitz Elmar 5cm /3.5 Analogue camera

Leica Rangefinder Camera – Ernst Leitz Wetzlar – Serial No. 315172 (c. 1930s) NO RESERVE PRICE ! Offered here is an original vintage Leica rangefinder camera, manufactured by Ernst Leitz, Wetzlar (Germany) and bearing serial number 315172, which places production approximately in the mid-1930s. This early Leica represents one of the pioneering designs that shaped 35mm photography and is highly sought after by collectors of classic photographic equipment. Description: Manufacturer: Ernst Leitz, Wetzlar Camera type: 35mm rangefinder Serial number: 315172 Approx. production period: 1930s Lens mounted (exact optical condition unknown) Includes two original Leica lens caps Classic metal body with vulcanite covering Original engraved top plate markings: Leica – D.R.P. – Ernst Leitz Wetzlar Condition: The camera shows clear signs of age and use, including surface wear, patina, and handling marks consistent with its age The vulcanite covering is present with visible wear Optics show visible aging (dust / haze possible; not inspected internally) The camera has not been tested for functionality Sold as found, without guarantee of working condition I have never used or tested this camera myself. Included: Leica camera body with mounted lens Two Leica lens caps No additional accessories, case, or documentation included Notes for Collectors Early Leica cameras from this era are valued both as collectible historical objects and as display pieces. Due to age and untested condition, this item is offered strictly as a collector's or restoration piece. Will be packed with care. Send worldwide

No. 100360548

Sold
Leica IIIa + leitz Elmar 5cm /3.5 Analogue camera

Leica IIIa + leitz Elmar 5cm /3.5 Analogue camera

Leica Rangefinder Camera – Ernst Leitz Wetzlar – Serial No. 315172 (c. 1930s)

NO RESERVE PRICE !

Offered here is an original vintage Leica rangefinder camera, manufactured by Ernst Leitz, Wetzlar (Germany) and bearing serial number 315172, which places production approximately in the mid-1930s.

This early Leica represents one of the pioneering designs that shaped 35mm photography and is highly sought after by collectors of classic photographic equipment.

Description:

Manufacturer: Ernst Leitz, Wetzlar
Camera type: 35mm rangefinder
Serial number: 315172
Approx. production period: 1930s
Lens mounted (exact optical condition unknown)
Includes two original Leica lens caps
Classic metal body with vulcanite covering
Original engraved top plate markings: Leica – D.R.P. – Ernst Leitz Wetzlar

Condition:

The camera shows clear signs of age and use, including surface wear, patina, and handling marks consistent with its age
The vulcanite covering is present with visible wear
Optics show visible aging (dust / haze possible; not inspected internally)
The camera has not been tested for functionality
Sold as found, without guarantee of working condition

I have never used or tested this camera myself.

Included:

Leica camera body with mounted lens
Two Leica lens caps
No additional accessories, case, or documentation included

Notes for Collectors

Early Leica cameras from this era are valued both as collectible historical objects and as display pieces. Due to age and untested condition, this item is offered strictly as a collector's or restoration piece.

Will be packed with care. Send worldwide


Final bid
€ 341
Edwin Molenaar
Expert
Estimate  € 280 - € 350

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