Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/02/14

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Subject: Re: [Leica] self-timers for M?
From: Henry Ambrose <digphoto@telalink.net>
Date: Wed, 14 Feb 2001 20:31:34 -0600
 
>Does anyone know if it's possible to use some sort of a self-timer
>attachment with M6s?
There are mechanical timers that screw in the cable release hole in the 
center of the shutter release. Ask your favorite camera shop or try a 
mail order seller of Leica gear.
>
>And, why on Earth did Leica stop using self-timers with, if I'm correct, the
>M3? Such a simple and rarely used, but, when needed, oh-so-handy tool.
>
Because the battery goes where the timer was.

You might search the LUG Archives about these subjects. you will find 
plenty of references and probably a source and brand names for the timer.

http://mejac.palo-alto.ca.us/leica-users/

Henry