Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2000/07/28
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Hey y'all... I'd like to trade my nifty M3 for a keen M2 in similar condition. I really prefer the 35/50/90 viewfinder to the 50/90/135. Here's the scoop on the M3: My M3 is serial #834xxx, but converted to single-stroke (see below). The cosmetic condition is exc + with slight scuffing on the top plate (meter marks) and the usual strap abrasions. There is no brassing anywhere. The Vulcanite is 100% intact and pliable. The bottom plate, however, is quite scuffed (but not dented). I would be willing to keep it if yours is in better condition. The rangefinder is perfect...as new. The camera was thoroughly serviced by Sherry Krauter six WEEKS ago (I will provide receipt). Besides the CLA, she replaced the worn dual-stroke winding mechanism (converting it to single stroke) with all new parts. The new components included the winding lever itself and the frame counter. Mechanically and optically this camera is faultless. In short, this is a beautiful camera. Its only drawback...for me...is its lack of 35mm frame lines. In a perfect world, I'd have both an M2 and M3 but, for the moment anyway, that's not feasible. Craig Boston