Re: [Leica] NYC Leica source

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Date: Wed, 19 May 1999 10:18:55 -0400
From: Skip Williams <skipwilliams@pobox.com>
Subject: [Leica] NYC Leica source

You Wrote,
<<As I refine my selection for a first Leica outfit, I am now wondering
where
to get it.  I live about 25 mi. from NYC, so I was planning to go there to
look and make my decision.   Does anyone have recommendations for a store
with a good selection of new and used equipment, reputable reputation, and
generally good attitude?>>

<<I'll probably look at a used M2, M4, or M6 and a 35/2 or 50/2 Summicron of
70's vintage.>>

<<My first inclination was to go to Tamarkin.  Any feedback?>>

Good attitude?  In New York?
If you live 25miles from NYC, why go the other direction...
My preference is New York Camera & Video.
They are located in Pennsylvania, not far from Phila.
So much for the name.
But, it's a nice drive (away from N.Y....)
I still ponder one thing:
They are, even more so the place is, low-key.  They may even dim the lights.
It's great - a few people at one time, not asked "can I help you?"  like a
nagging gnat.  They will of course give their time, and more importantly
their honesty when making a choice.  The lack of a crowd; they do fine.  The
whole back room is all pro-audio, video.
They have a great selection of 35mm mF LF used, new.
I snagged the rebate M-6 , and the rebate was more than the leica $200.
All new leica/3-yr. passport.  Pricing, no-interest plans.
I also purchased a new (black) 35 summicron asph, not too long ago.  If I
remember correctly (?) I paid a significant amount less than I have seen.
Their webpage has some standard prices, but that on the site, which is
itself excellent.  35 summicron-R, summ 90, all bought there, they will not
accept or they will...tell you the truth about the lens.  They have a good
deal of new m's and m's lenses in stock, as well as a great deal of used,
older, and fairly priced m-bodies and lenses.  They must have a ton of 50
summicron.  Prices that are better are either sold privately, or they are
sold, better.  New prices are excellent for the 3-yr.pp.
The main point being, if you want personal, casual, (family I believe...)
assistance, support, etc., this place has it, the carpets are nice.
I think it's www.nycv.com
1-215-528-9233
Pleasant leica looking .  If the prices are high, tell them to lower them.
M's and M's and lenses and R's, much there.
If you want to call them, contact COLIN
he's the Leila authorized guy, and has great advice and knows what he says.
Good leaky,
Levy