Leica A / DIII + Elmar 50mm f3.5 Early
Serial number is 13XX. Originally manufactured in 1926 as Leica IA. Later, modified to Leica DIII by Leitz factory. Factory conversion. Elmar 5cm Early modified to coupling rangefinder and LTM. No major dents or scratches. Paint peels.
Just came back from customer. Serviced in 2019 under previous ownership. Still in excellent working condition. Paint peels and used condition. Nickel plating peels found. Small scratches and faint dent close to Leitz Elmar engrave. Very clean elements of Elmar.
Comes with genuine front cap black painted on aluminium.
- Lens:
- Elmar 50mm f3.5 Early
- Mount:
- Leica L
- Accessories:
- cap.
- Condition:
- 91% C
- Maintenance:
- Checked
- Warranty:
- 6 months warranty
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