Re: [Leica] Small Leica M system for sale

[Bill Satterfield <cwsat@istate.net>]

Are the other items a tad high too?

Bmceowen@aol.com wrote:

>I've made the transition to digital so I'm ready to part ways with the Leica 
>gear. As unlikely as this is I'd prefer to sell the whole set as one package 
>and have set what I hope will be an attractive asking price for the set.  
>I'll sell the entire package (everything listed below) for $3,500 -- a 
>savings of $500 over the individual prices. Otherwise, prices are as listed. 
>
>Also, please note you'll get in touch with me much faster by sending 
>inquiries to mceowen@aol.com rather than simply clicking reply. I only use 
>the bmceowen address for listserves but I check the mceowen address all the 
>time
>
>I'll ship UPS ground or USPS Priority Mail within the U.S. 48 free on any 
>lens or the body. International shipping or expedited shipping will require a 
>little extra though. So without further ado, here's what I've got to offer . 
>. . : 
>
>Leica M4-P body (serial # 1587xxx) . . . . $850*
>A definite "user" cosmetically but a true workhorse/champion mechanically. 
>Not quite ugly but close: The white "Leica" letting on the top cover is gone 
>(completely--not a trace to be found). There is significant brassing on the 
>ends of the body near the strap lugs (though it's currently covered with 
>black gaffer's tape). The paint around the outside edge of the back door is 
>probably 50-60 percent gone. There are 4-5 small pin size (and slightly 
>larger) dings on the top cover. The bottom plate is fairly scuffed up. 
>Overall, the black finish has a generally worn look and feel to it. 
>Mechanically, however, the camera is great. It received a complete Sherry 
>Krauter CLA about two years ago. It works great. In short, it's an excellent 
>shooter. It's not so ugly to be ashamed of but certainly has a look of 
>business about it. Includes a Nikon nylon strap mounted on Leica M hardware 
>(I may have a Leica strap lying around as well).
>
>I've priced it just a tad higher than is probably completely fair but I'd 
>rather hold onto it until I get a couple of lenses sold. If you're buying a 
>lens or two I can come down a bit on the body.
>
>
>LENSES:
>
>Cosina 15mm f4.5 Aspherical w/ finder . . . . . $300*
>This is the same lens as the Voigtlander Heliar but labeled Cosina. Black 
>finish. Excellent condition. Includes the bayonet mount adapter, caps and the 
>15mm finder.
>
>Leica Elmarit-M 28mm f 2.8 (serial # 3793xxx) . . . . $1,200*
>Excellent lens in Excellent condition. Perfect optics.  "Fourth version" with 
>46mm filter size. Includes rectangular hood. 
>
>Leitz Summicron-M 50mm f 2.0 (serial # 3261xxx) . . . . $600*
>Made in Canada "Fifth Version" with focusing tab, removeable hood and 39mm 
>filter size. Excellent condition -- just the slightest finish wear where hood 
>attaches. Optics are perfect. Includes hood #12538 and Heliopan UV. A "SWEET" 
>lens!
>
>Leitz Summicron-M 90mm f 2.0 (serial # 2813xxx) . . . . $750*
>This is the 1980-81 compact Made in Canada version with the 49mm filters and 
>the retractable hood which covers the aperture ring when retracted. Nice 
>sharp lens. A little more finish wear than the other lenses but not by much. 
>I'd call it Excellent-minus. Includes box.
>
>Leica 28mm brightline finder. Excellent condition . . . . . $200
>
>Voigtlander 25mm brightline finder . . . . . . $100
>Excellent-minus condition (only because someone tried to mark out the 
>lettering with a Sharpie). 
>
>
>* All my prices become much more negotiable if you're interested in a couple 
>of lenses or a body and lens. The more you buy the better deal I'll make.
>
>Remember, you'll get in touch with me much faster by sending inquiries to 
>mceowen@aol.com rather than simply clicking reply.
> 
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