Leica, Leitz M4 - Box Matching Number Rangefinder camera
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Leica M4 Silver Single Stroke with original box and matching serial number 1210706 (1969); cosmetic condition Very Good and fully tested and in working order.
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Leica M4 Silver Single Stroke - Original Box Matching Number - Tags & Manual - REVISED
The Leica M4 is an iconic rangefinder camera, often regarded as one of the finest 35mm cameras ever made. With its bright finder and precision mechanics, it offers a photographic experience like no other. It is especially prized by collectors and street photographers for its speed and simplicity.
Technical specifications:
- Model: Leica M4
- Revision: December 2018 by GM Services (invoice provided)
- Serial number: 1210706 (year 1969)
- Mount: Leica M
- Viewfinder: Bright, clear, dust-free rangefinder
- Frame lines: 35mm, 50mm, 90mm and 135mm – All functional
- Focusing: Manual via coupled rangefinder, wide base for optimal accuracy
- Shutter: Cloth focal-plane shutter, speeds 1s to 1/1000s + B
- Bypass/Flash synchronization: Present and functional
- Loading system: Fast loading characteristic of the M4
Overall condition:
- Aesthetic: Very good overall condition
- Very slight distortion on the top cover (visible in photos)
- No significant dings or scratches
- Original vulcanite in excellent condition
- Preserved chrome, legible engravings
- Operation: Fully tested and functional
- All shutter speeds accurate and verified
- Rangefinder perfectly adjusted
- Shutter without defects (shutter curtain intact, no folds)
- Tested with film – Functions perfectly
History and maintenance:
- Last full service: 2018 by GM SERVICES
- Service invoice available
Included accessories:
Original box with matching numbers
- Original user manuals
- Original Leica documentation
- Factory quality control sticker
- Era-appropriate strap – likely Leica
- 2018 service invoice
Highlights of this exemplar:
- Complete and documented set (rare for a 1969 M4)
- Revision guaranteeing reliability
- Excellent mechanical condition
- Ideal for collectors or regular use
Leica M4 Silver Single Stroke - Original Box Matching Number - Tags & Manual - REVISED
The Leica M4 is an iconic rangefinder camera, often regarded as one of the finest 35mm cameras ever made. With its bright finder and precision mechanics, it offers a photographic experience like no other. It is especially prized by collectors and street photographers for its speed and simplicity.
Technical specifications:
- Model: Leica M4
- Revision: December 2018 by GM Services (invoice provided)
- Serial number: 1210706 (year 1969)
- Mount: Leica M
- Viewfinder: Bright, clear, dust-free rangefinder
- Frame lines: 35mm, 50mm, 90mm and 135mm – All functional
- Focusing: Manual via coupled rangefinder, wide base for optimal accuracy
- Shutter: Cloth focal-plane shutter, speeds 1s to 1/1000s + B
- Bypass/Flash synchronization: Present and functional
- Loading system: Fast loading characteristic of the M4
Overall condition:
- Aesthetic: Very good overall condition
- Very slight distortion on the top cover (visible in photos)
- No significant dings or scratches
- Original vulcanite in excellent condition
- Preserved chrome, legible engravings
- Operation: Fully tested and functional
- All shutter speeds accurate and verified
- Rangefinder perfectly adjusted
- Shutter without defects (shutter curtain intact, no folds)
- Tested with film – Functions perfectly
History and maintenance:
- Last full service: 2018 by GM SERVICES
- Service invoice available
Included accessories:
Original box with matching numbers
- Original user manuals
- Original Leica documentation
- Factory quality control sticker
- Era-appropriate strap – likely Leica
- 2018 service invoice
Highlights of this exemplar:
- Complete and documented set (rare for a 1969 M4)
- Revision guaranteeing reliability
- Excellent mechanical condition
- Ideal for collectors or regular use
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Leica, Leitz
Model/ type nr
M4 - Box Matching Number
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Lens Mount Type
Leica M
Film type
35mm
Serial number
1210706
Estimated period
1960-1970
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