Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2003/09/07

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Subject: Re: [Leica] Buying a used M2 - What to look out for?
From: Steve LeHuray <steve@streetphoto.net>
Date: Sun, 07 Sep 2003 13:39:24 -0400

> Thanks for the help! The seller is a private individual, but hopefully
> he can provide me with an evaluation period.
> 
> He said that the camera underwent a CLA, but didn't give more details
> than that. I've asked him for more information.
> 
> I think it is an early vintage, as he mentioned that there was no self
> timer, and that it was a button rewind (the button stays down though).
> Is there anything particular about this vintage of M2?

...personally I would not get the 'button-rewind'
> 
> I'm not sure if it's inappropriate, but what the heck. I haven't seen
> the camera yet, but the description says that it's working properly
> (accurately), it's been through a recent CLA. The sale also includes a
> late model Summicron 50mm f/2 (I believe this is the model before the
> telescoping hood, S/No. 298xxxxxx). Both in user condition. The price is
> ~US$1100 for the set. Is it a good deal, assuming everything is as
> described?

...sounds like too much money. I recently saw a M2 button-rewind in very
nice shape at a Leica dealer for $450. At the same dealer I bought a
'beater' M3 for $380.

sl

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