10402. A Leica M4 Black Chrome, made in Germany in 1974. Featuring a sharp black chrome finish, the M4 was born as the successor to the M3 and M2, and remains popular among enthusiasts today for its overall usability.

It is equipped with bright frames for 35/50/90/135mm lenses. The film winding crank is positioned to avoid interference with the Leica meter, a design that has been carried through to the M6 and M7.

Without the exposure meter found in the M5 and later models, the M4 is appreciated for its simple, compact structure, free of breakdowns. The black chrome body pairs effortlessly with not only black lenses but also chrome lenses.

The operation is exceptional—this M4 is impressively smooth, a remarkable example of its kind.

Previously sold by our shop. Carefully cherished by successive owners and has returned to us once again. This is its fourth time being sold here.

The exterior shows light wear around the strap lugs, base plate, and rewind crank, along with a very small, hardly noticeable ding above the front viewfinder window.
It underwent a meticulous overhaul in 2020. The operational feel is exceptionally smooth—remarkably so for an M4—and you can sense the difference the moment you advance the lever.

For this resale, the finder was cleaned in 2025. Both the viewfinder and bright frame are beautifully clear, with no signs of balsam separation.
Its superbly fluid operation makes it a true pleasure to handle—an ideal Leica M4 for those who enjoy using their camera to the fullest.